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  • Swiftwater book coverA swashbuckling new release just for teens!
    Looking for the perfect adventure to spark your teen’s imagination? Want to help them step away from screens and dive into a story they won’t want to put down? Then why not immerse them in our brand-new title — Swiftwater! Swiftwater is a sweeping historical adventure that highlights the redemptive power of kindness, the distinction between mere survival and genuine living, and the awakening of first love — is now available to buy direct from Amazon. The book Swiftwater sees the main character, Jack, snatched from his home and brutalised by Captain Crow aboard his pirate ship, the Black Gull. [read more]
  • Between the lines bookshelfSpotlight at children’s corner @ Between The Lines, Great Bardfield
    Our books are now being sold at Between The Lines, Great Bardfield! We are delighted to be stocked at Between the Lines – a great independent bookshop stocking new titles, rare and children’s books. All the children’s series of The Secret Six and Harry & The Little Lost Dog titles can now be found in the ‘Children’s corner’ section. Great Bardfield is known best for its ‘Bardfield Artists’ a community of that lived there between 1930 to 1970 with the principal artists being Edward Bawden, John Aldridge, Eric Ravilious, Kenneth Rowntree and Grayson Perry. We are thrilled as this is our [read more]
  • Hens around hen houseFirst there was, ‘Harry & The Little Lost Dog.’ Now, a new Harry story is coming soon!
    Here’s a sneak peek from our very talented artist Abbie Margo Clark @margotclarkart who is currently working on the illustrations for a second eagerly awaited book in the series about Harry. Something tells us it may involve a chicken or two! We are passionate about taking readers on journeys through the pages of our stories, inviting them to embark on thrilling adventures and explore the depths of their imagination. Our hope is for children and adults alike to escape from everyday life and experience wonder. Watch this space for the next book! @fatpandapublishing [read more]
  • Taking book from shelfLocal Author Spotlight in Saffron Walden!
    Our books are now being sold at Harts, Saffron Walden! Our children’s series of The Secret Six and Harry & The Little Lost Dog titles can now be found in the ‘Local Authors’ section of Harts, Saffron Walden. This is a big moment for us as previously we have only sold through Amazon. So, if you’re local to Saffron Walden or visiting for the day, get yourself down to Harts and find our children’s many titles for sale now. Watch this space for more local stockists! [read more]
  • Boy playing with toy aeroplaneThe Magic of Adventure: Exploring the Benefits of Children’s Adventure Books
    In a world where screens dominate and virtual adventures abound, the timeless allure of a good book holds a special place in a child’s heart. Among the many genres that captivate young minds, the adventure genre stands out as a gateway to exploration, imagination, and personal growth. From the daring escapades of intrepid explorers to the fantastical realms of magical creatures, adventure books offer children a ticket to thrilling journeys beyond their wildest dreams. Unlocking Imagination Adventure books are portals to boundless realms where imagination knows no bounds. Through vivid [read more]

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