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Love “Shelter for Sorrow” by and . A truly beautiful, thoughtful book

‘And if you have given sorrow the space it demands, then you may truly say: life is beautiful and so rich.’ (Esther ‘Etty’ Hillesum 15 Jan 1914 – 30 Nov 1943).

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2021-01-22

Nahum Gutman -A Cafe at the Promenade, Photo from Hebrew Encyclopedia, Judaica, Old Page color Lithograph to Frame https://t.co/OuryKsvpvD

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2021-01-01

No 1 in my Top 40 is...

“I Talk Like A River” by and . Stunning and powerful exploration of what it feels like to have a stutter. Scott’s text is perfectly illustrated by Smith, bringing the word to stark reality.

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2020-12-24

No 3 in my top 40 is...

“Fox” by and . A book that is totally honest and deals with death as part of the circle of life. Great words, fab science and evocative art make this a rather special book.

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2020-12-23

No 5 in my top 40 is...

“The Wanderer” by Peter Van Den Ende. A visually stunning wordless picturebook that follows a paper boat on a magical journey to get home. Visual storytelling at its best.

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2020-12-23

No 7 in my top 40 is...

“A Lady Goodbye” by and . A stunning book about how we say goodbye to a loved one, explored through behaviours of animals. Stunning and profound this is a truly wonderful book.

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2020-12-23

Finally into the top 10.

No 10 in my top 40 is...

“Bird Within Me” by Sara Lundberg. This is a wonderful complex book about families, conflict and choices. It’s full of beauty and melancholy. Just lovely.

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2020-12-23

No 11 in my top 40 is...

“Your Place in the Universe” by . A brilliant non-fiction science book that is perfect for discussing the universe with children. It’s continual panning out makes it clear and easy to understand.

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2020-12-23

No 12 in my top 40 is...

“One Little Bag” by . A stunning wordless picturebook, that explores a whole life and and ultimately comes full circle. I’ve spent hours exploring this treasure of a book. Profound and warm.

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2020-12-22

No 15 in my top 40 is...

“Three Squeezes” by Jason Pratt and Chris Sheban. Normally I don’t do soppy, but “Three Squeezes” portrayal of a father/son relationship over time just made me cry. Beautiful and perfect.

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2020-12-21

No 19 in my top 40 is...

“Child Of The Universe” by and Raul Colon. A visually spectacular ode to parental love. A book full of love and science that celebrates the importance of every single one of us. A real wow book.

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2020-12-20

No 20 in my top 40 is...

“Leo And The Gorgon’s Curse” by . This series of books are just amazing and I have to agree with that this is probably the best yet. Love how caring and thoughtfulness are the heroic qualities

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2020-12-20

No 23 in my top 40 is...

“New Girl” by and . A powerful and emotional book about bullying and acceptance. It doesn’t shy away from challenging readers, perfect for discussions in upper KS2.

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2020-12-19

In with a bullet (it only came out yesterday) at no 29 in

“Trying” by Kobi Yamada and . A beautiful book about art and perseverance. A story of sticking at it and harnessing imagination. A perfect book and.

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2020-12-16

Christmas is drawing near… what is your gift for your loved ones…?

An early art gift for all of you who supports me!! Ahh…~ I wish someone will give me a coffee for Christmas!

[Ref is in the comment section of my facebookpage]

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2020-12-08

Bravo to ! RAIN BEFORE RAINBOWS has been selected as BookPage's Best Book of 2020!

“Litchfield’s color-saturated illustrations are stunning, and Prasadam-Halls’ spare benediction of gentle comfort will settle quietly into your heart.”

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2020-12-03

Threw some color on the illustration I call the Queen's diet. Seems appropriate right after Thanksgiving

If you want to color this yourself it's in my coloring book so go check it out

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2020-11-30

Today’s book recommendation is very topical

“The Next President” by and .

It is a book full of respect, facts and hope for the highest office in America.

A book that sums up hopes and aspirations and encourages children to dream.

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2020-11-07