Best Selling Books by Tony Mitton

A new offering by award-winning poet Tony Mitton, beautifully illustrated by Peter Bailey. Short installments comprise The Tale of Tales, the story of a group of animals making their way to Volcano Valley to hear the Tale of Tales, the greatest story ever told. Along the way, the animals meet new travelers and each shares his own story with the group. This delightful story, filled with humor and warmth, and charmingly illustrated throughout with line drawings, is sure to become a favorite for reading aloud, as well as for newly independent readers.

From luxury limousines to speedy sports cars, Amazing Machines: Cool Cars features a wide variety of automobiles-- all driven by kooky animal characters. Lively rhyming text by the award-winning poet Tony Mitton perfectly complements Ant Parker''s bold, bright illustrations. A picture dictionary identifying car parts builds vocabulary and makes learning about cars even more fun.

Duncan MacKinnon is an ordinary fisherman who lives in a croft by the sea. Everything is going swimmingly well for him, until one day a mysterious stranger knocks at his door . . . This story is a magic bean. It may not look much like a bean, but I can promise you that it is. For if you plant it in a young mind, it will grow into a love of story and reading. These beans are favourite fairytales and legends that will delight, thrill and thoroughly entertain. Each story has been brilliantly crafted by one of the best-loved writers for children. This story was published by David Fickling Books as part of the Magic Beans anthology. The complete anthology is available in hardback and in ebook format.

This sweet friendship story about a lonely little bear and the girl who gives him a home will melt any heart. In the icy-cold heart of winter, a little bear wanders through the snow, searching for a place to call home. But where can he go? Each woodland nook and cranny has been claimed by other animals. There is no room for a bear. Suddenly, Snowy Bear sees a warm flickering of light, orange and bright in the distance. It’s a house with a lonely little girl inside! Could this be Snowy Bear’s new home? With a wintry backdrop and a core message of love, this board book is the perfect Christmas or Valentine’s Day gift to hand to parents and their little ones. Don''t miss another charming picture from from Tony Mitton and Alison Brown: Snow Penguin

Amazing Machines: Terrific Trains follows Rabbit, Bird, and Mouse as they discover all kinds of trains in a bright and bold rhyming picture book! Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids will love: tooting whistles, railroad crossings, and trains old and new, big and small. From electric cars to powerful rockets, the internationally bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for children to learn about all sorts of machines and vehicles! Each book introduces a new vehicle or machine and the many jobs it can do. Ant Parker''s bright, engaging artwork and Tony Mitton''s simple, rhyming text combine to make these fantastic books for young children. Kids will love getting to know the friendly animal characters who feature throughout the series and reading about their fast-paced adventures! Continue to explore all things that go with the rest of the Amazing Machines series, including Roaring Rockets, Patrolling Police Cars, and Amazing Airplanes.

Out of the lands in the chill, far north come legends from long ago. This is the story of Wayland Smith, the strangest of all I know. This beautifully told tale reinvents the northern legend of Wayland the blacksmith, whose craft and skill spread his fame far and wide. But Wayland''s talents bring him nothing but pain. Following the loss of his swan-bride and his enslavement by a greedy king, Wayland has to rely on hope, courage and cunning to get by. “I’ve read nothing so enthralling for a long time. Tony Mitton’s verse rings with the power and clarity of an ancient ballad, and is perfectly matched by the force and splendour of John Lawrence’s illustrations . . . I think it’s a marvellous piece of work, and I’m sure anyone who reads it will agree” Philip Pullman

In the frozen Antarctic, one curious little penguin decides to explore the ice and the snow and the sea. On his travels he sees two blue whales, a family of sea lions and a whole school of orca, but soon Penguin starts to miss his own family. Sometimes coming home is the best adventure of all. Told in rhyming couplets, this feel-good book is perfect for bedtimes and cuddle-up times. From bestselling author Tony Mitton, and beautifully illustrated by Alison Brown.

An odyssey-type adventure and coming-of-age story about family obligation and finding one''s path. This is The Alchemist meets Inside Out and Back Again for fans of Thanhha Lai. The first middle-grade novel from internationally acclaimed author Tony Mitton!Ryo was born the son of a potter, a fate that he is unsure of once a mysterious wanderer and trained fighter comes to his small village and protects them from a band of thieves. Inspired by the events, Ryo embarks on both a hero''s quest and a quest to be a hero. Through his adventures, Ryo trains in the art of both fighting and mindfulness under the elusive Hermit of Cold Mountain. On his journey, he learns the art of stillness, the body''s relationship to nature, and the art of controlling one''s emotions in order to find his path in life. But when tragedy strikes the group, and the way of life that Ryo knows, he must use what he''s learned to do what is right for himself and his future. With excellent pacing and poetic prose, The Potter''s Boy is a story about family obligation and finding one''s purpose.

Zoom down the street with some cool animal bikers in this cheerful picture book all about motorcycles. Spirited wordplay, vibrant art, plus a visual dictionary, make this title a must have for bookshelves everywhere. This book is filled with lively rhyming text by the award-winning poet Tony Mitton that perfectly complements Ant Parker''s bold, bright illustrations. A picture dictionary identifying motorcycle parts builds vocabulary and makes learning about motorcycles exciting and fun.

In the icy-cold heart of winter, a little snow bear wanders through the snow. As the wind whips past him, ruffling his fur, he searches for a home. But where can he go? Each warm place has been claimed, and there is no room for a bear, no matter how little. Suddenly he sees a flickering of light, orange and bright against the snowy ground. A house! As Snow Bear pushes open the creaking door, he feels warmth spread over him. There''s a girl by the window, and, somehow, deep down, Snow Bear knows that he is home. A heartwarming, wintry read, perfect for fans of Guess How Much I Love You?

A timeless, magical tale of a carousel pony who comes to life and goes on an adventure by moonlight. The Carousel Horse spends his days giving children rides at the fair. But secretly he dreams of something more . . . When a beautiful, sparkling princess appears and helps him to break free from his carousel, the two of them soar into the sky on a grand journey that takes them to the moon and back. But where is home for the Carousel Horse? Discovering that might just be the greatest adventure of all. With a lyrical rhyming text and stunning, luminous illustrations, this is a magical story about following your dreams and finding out where you belong - perfect for sharing at bedtime.

A captivating, rhyming picture book retelling of Charles Dickens'' classic tale about the true meaning of Christmas. Mean old Ebenezer Scrooge hates everything. Even Christmas! Until, one frosty Christmas Eve, Scrooge receives a visit from three ghostly spirits, who whisk him away on a magical journey through past, present and future... But can they melt his frozen heart before it''s too late? Introduce even the youngest of children to this classic story and share in the true spirit of Christmas. Retold in rhyme, with atmospheric illustrations, this will make the perfect Christmas gift.

A brand-new storybook in the perennially popular Amazing Machines series from Tony Mitton and Ant Parker - over 1 million copies sold to date! Patrol the streets with some cool animal drivers in this cheerful picture book all about police cars. Lively wordplay, vibrant art, plus a visual dictionary, make this title a must-have for bookshelves everywhere. This book is filled with humorous rhyming text by the award-winning poet Tony Mitton, which perfectly complements Ant Parker''s bold, bright illustrations. A picture dictionary identifying police car parts builds vocabulary and makes learning about police cars exciting and fun.

Two little mice lie awake anticipating the visit of Santa Claus, in this modern variation on a classic Christmas poem.

"Big bold fire engines, waiting day and night, Ready for a rescue or a blazing fire to fight. As soon as there''s a fire alarm, the engines start to roar. The firefighters jump aboard...it rumbles out the door." Jump aboard a bright red fire engine with a trio of friendly animal firefighters as sirens wail, lights flash, fire hoses squirt, and fires blaze in this story that blends action and rhyme with all the details kids want to know about one of their favorite machines. The mix of visual entertainment and lively wordplay ensures that young children will delight in the reading experience, as will the adults fortunate enough to read aloud these irresistible rhymes! From electric cars to powerful rockets, the internationally bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for children to learn about all sorts of machines and vehicles! Each book introduces a new vehicle or machine and the many jobs it can do. Ant Parker''s bright, engaging artwork and Tony Mitton''s simple, rhyming text combine to make these fantastic books for young children. Kids will love getting to know the friendly animal characters who feature throughout the series and reading about their fast-paced adventures! Continue to explore all things that go with the rest of the Amazing Machines series, including Roaring Rockets, Patrolling Police Cars, and Amazing Airplanes.

Shake, shake, shudder near the sludgy old swamp. The dinosaurs are coming Get ready to romp Join in with Triceratops, Stegosaurus and their friends as the dinosaurs stir up a dinosaurumpus

Poems about dinosaurs include lift-the-flap surprises.

Turn on the siren and zoom down the streets with some animal paramedics in this cheerful picture book all about ambulances. Lively wordplay, vibrant art, plus a visual dictionary, make this title a must-have for bookshelves everywhere. This book is filled with humorous rhyming text by the award-winning poet Tony Mitton, which perfectly complements Ant Parker''s bold, bright illustrations. A picture dictionary identifying ambulance parts builds vocabulary and makes learning about ambulances exciting and fun.

While enjoying a full day of their favorite activities, a group of young penguins helps a baby seal that has been separated from her mother.

A rhyming tale of Triceratops, Brontosaurus, and even Tyrannosaurus gathering at the swamp to dance.

Amazing Machines: Roaring Rockets follows Rabbit, Bird, and Mouse as they zoom to the Moon in a bright and bold rhyming picture book! Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids will love including spacesuits, gravity boots, oxygen helmets, and much more. From electric cars to powerful rockets, the internationally bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for children to learn about all sorts of machines and vehicles! Each book introduces a new vehicle or machine and the many jobs it can do. Ant Parker''s bright, engaging artwork and Tony Mitton''s simple, rhyming text combine to make these fantastic books for young children. Kids will love getting to know the friendly animal characters who feature throughout the series and reading about their fast-paced adventures! Continue to explore all things that go with the rest of the Amazing Machines series, including Cool Cars, Patrolling Police Cars, and Amazing Airplanes.

Buckle up to learn all about flying! Amazing Airplanes follows Rabbit, Bird, and Mouse as they become pilots, baggage handlers, and air stewards. Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids love, such as the cockpit, landing gear, and much more. This book, now in chunky board book format, is perfect for budding pilots or happy vacationers! From electric cars to powerful rockets, the internationally bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for children to learn about all sorts of machines and vehicles! Each book introduces a new vehicle or machine and the many jobs it can do. Ant Parker''s bright, engaging artwork and Tony Mitton''s simple, rhyming text combine to make these fantastic books for young children. Kids will love getting to know the friendly animal characters who feature throughout the series and reading about their fast-paced adventures! Continue to explore all things that go with the rest of the Amazing Machines series, including Cool Cars, Patrolling Police Cars, and Roaring Rockets.

Colorful illustrations of familiar machines introduce young readers to a variety of sounds.

Illustrations of familiar machines introduce young readers to the concept of opposites, including slow and fast, noisy and quiet, and big and small.

Enhanced with an informative picture dictionary and bold illustrations, playful rhymes provide a colorful and fun introduction to the many types of jobs large tractors do while operating at a busy farm.

This picture book makes learning about helicopters fun.

A collection of poems about dinosaurs.

Colorful illustrations of familiar machines introduce young readers to numbers and counting.

Have fun listening to amazing airplanes on the go!

Tremendous Tractors follows the animal crew as they become farmers. Climb on board to discover all the different jobs tractors can do around the farm. Every page is full of the kind of detail that machine-mad toddlers love: ploughs, sturdy combine harvesters, trailers, balers and so much more! From aeroplanes to fire engines, the internationally bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for preschoolers to learn about all sorts of different machines and things that go! Every book introduces a new vehicle and features a zippy rhyming text, bright, colourful artwork, and the same friendly animal characters each time.There''s even a helpful picture glossary at the end to recap any new words and technical terms.

Readers with simple sentences and illustrations.

From building cars to mowing lawns, whatever you have planned, robots are amazing when they lend a robot hand! Zippy wordplay and zappy art make learning about robotics fun as Rabbit, Bird, and Mouse encounter all the jobs robots can do. Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids will love. From tractors and trucks to robots and rockets, the bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for children to learn about all sorts of machines and vehicles! Each book introduces a new vehicle or machine and the many jobs it can do. Ant Parker''s bright, engaging artwork, and Tony Mitton''s simple, rhyming text combine to make these fantastic books for young children. Kids will love getting to know the friendly animal characters who feature throughout the series and reading about their fast-paced adventures! Continue to explore all things that go with the rest of the Amazing Machines series, including Amazing Airplanes, Patrolling Police Cars, Roaring Rockets, and many more.

Rockets roar and soar, but you can write, color, and draw in your Amazing Machines activity book - and build your very own rocket too! For fans of the bestselling Amazing Machines series, this activity book is perfect for young children to practice important early learning skills such as counting, writing, drawing, matching, and hand-eye coordination. And each page features one or more of their favorite Amazing Machines rockets!

Three boats bobbing on the sea. Which boat has a sail? What else can you see? For fans of the bestselling Amazing Machines series, this is a perfect way for young children to learn numbers and counting with their favorite vehicles! Robust, easy-to-hold tabs along the top and side guide young hands to each number from 1 to 10. There are colorful scenes to explore, and questions on each page encourage children to investigate further.

Illustrations of familiar machines introduce young readers to colors, including a blue tractor, red train, and orange truck.

Save a lot of energy and keep our world clean. For every kind of living thing let''s try to be more green. Zippy wordplay and zappy art make learning about eco-friendly inventions fun as Rabbit, Bird, and Mouse encounter electric cars, solar-powered planes, wind turbines, and much more. Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids will love. From tractors and trucks to robots and rockets, the bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for children to learn about all sorts of machines and vehicles! Each book introduces a new vehicle or machine and the many jobs it can do. Ant Parker''s bright, engaging artwork, and Tony Mitton''s simple, rhyming text combine to make these fantastic books for young children. Kids will love getting to know the friendly animal characters who feature throughout the series and reading about their fast-paced adventures! Continue to explore all things that go with the rest of the Amazing Machines series, including Amazing Airplanes, Patrolling Police Cars, Roaring Rockets, and many more.