Most Popular Books by Shirley Hughes

In this version of the Cinderella tale set in the 1920s, Ella has two men courting her--the handsome Duke of Arc and Buttons the delivery boy.

Rhyming text describes the endless fun one can have with shoes, hats, and other articles of clothing.

Rhyming text introduces the colors of familiar objects and special places.

Join Alfie and Dad as they spend time together in this wonderful collection of stories from the award-winning Shirley Hughes. Alfie''s dad is always there for Alfie and Annie Rose. He''s there to reassure Alfie during a restless night, he''s there to find Alfie''s favourite toy Flumbo when he gets left on the bus, and most of all, he loves spending time with his children, and they love spending time with him! The perfect story to celebrate that special relationship between children and their dads. Loved Alfie And Dad? Discover: Dogger Lucy and Tom at School Alfie Gives a Hand The Lion and the Unicorn

Originally published: London: Bodley Head, 2008.

An evil, monstrous presence waited for Carol Banning in the basement of her home. Its hate for Carol was irrational, but nevertheless dangerous. Carol''s admirer, Kenneth Keith, sensed the presence when he entered her house. After years of heartaches and loneliness, Carol has to suffer the haunting of her beloved home and is finally driven into the waiting arms of Ken, who has loved her for years. The reason for the ghost''s hatred and the final resolution through Carol''s bravery will be a surprise for all.

When Digby O''Day and Percy head to the air show to see gliders, helicopters, and hot-air balloons, Ariel, the new pet parrot of neighbor Lou Ella, sneaks out to tag along which causes problems for the trio.

A beautiful gift book filled with new stories and poems. Any old weather is Alfie weather and as Alfie demonstrates, there’s always lots to do come rain or shine. Whether it’s exploring frozen puddles on a frosty winter’s day; wading through a cool stream on a hot summer’s afternoon or taking a pretend journey to the North Pole, Alfie’s world is a great place to be!

A richly-textured tale about family and storytelling. Abel Grable''s work takes him into remote jungles with only the moon to guide the way. His children love to hear about his moonlit adventures and when he''s back home, he decides to write them down. After he''s gone away again, the children use his writing table and transform it into a moon machine to create their own imaginary exploits.

A collection of more than twenty poems about young Annie Rose and the daily activities of a child.

Alfie learns a new game in this story - playing Shop in his garden can be lots of fun!

Short stories and poems about the everyday adventures of Alfie and his sister Annie Rose. Appealing illustrations.

A wintertime storybook perfect for group or family sharing from Kate Greenaway Medalist Shirley Hughes, ". . . the Rubens of children''s illustrators" (Washington Post). This stunning collection of stories and poems will sometimes make you laugh, sometimes bring tears to your eyes, and always touch your heart. Full-color illustrations.

A little boy is upset by the loss of his favorite stuffed dog.

A collection of five stories that will win the hearts of toddlers and parents too!

The Christmas season at Mae''s house is enlivened by the arrival of a new baby and Mae''s appearance in a Christmas play.

A beautifully bound gift edition containing two lively stories about the irrepressible Charlie Moon and his family and friends. Stories included are Here Comes Charlie Moon and Charlie Moon and the Big Bonanza Bust Up. "From the Trade Paperback edition."