Stephanie Stansbie

Frog is going to jump this log.And it will be easy... or so he thinks!Bursting with braggadocio, misplaced bravado, and some truly unforgettable sportswear, Frog''s frustration builds as his feeble efforts fall short. Will he ever clear the log? And what awaits him on the other side...?Author Stephanie Stansbie''s pared-back, confident text leaps off the page alongside debut illustrator Jack Viant''s bright, expressive artwork in this crackingly funny picture book. Look out for the satisfying twist at the end and a subtle lesson on misplaced arrogance.Perfect for fans of the fabulously subversive humour found in picture books by Jon Klassen, Chris Haughton, and Lane Smith. Children and adults alike are guaranteed to be jumping to read about this this bold, boastful Frog again and again.

A heartwarming picture book about chasing your dreams, celebrating your differences and twirling to your own rhythm. Meet Rita, a big bear with an even bigger dream! Rita is a talented, passionate, hard-working ballerina. And she's top of her class! But when she studies her ballet magazines, and compares herself to her friends, she realises - she's the wrong shape! Can Rita find her inner power and confidence in her beautiful big-bear body? With lyrical text from Stephanie Stansbie and soft, magical illustrations from debut talent Wendy Warren, The Bear Who Wanted to Dance is a beautiful picture book about self-acceptance, body positivity, representation, and - of course - dancing! Perfect for sharing with fans of Brontorina by James Howe and Randy Cecil, Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees, and Julian Is a Mermaid by Jessica Love. This uplifting story will strike a chord with any child who has ever felt out of place or like they didn't quite fit the mould.

A heartfelt celebration of the unconditional love between a stepparent and their child, written by Stephanie Stansbie and illustrated by Tatiana Kamshilina. All those times . . . dressing up, playing cards, watching films, how I cheered you up when you felt sad. And that beautiful moment, I'll never forget,When I truly felt I was your . . . DAD!This lyrical love letter of a book explores the unique challenges, joys and experiences of becoming a blended family. Designed in a beautiful scrapbook style, this is the perfect gift for a stepparent to give to their child. Just like A Handful of Buttons by Carmen Parets Luque, The Great Big Book of Families by Mary Hoffman and Ros Asquith, and The Perfect Fit by Naomi Jones and James Jones, every type of family will love sharing Always Your Stepdad.