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Little Tiger, April 2015
Written by Jeanne Willis and illustrated by Jenni Desmond

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Once upon a slime, there was a Slodge. The first Slodge in the universe. She saw the first moon and stars, the first fruits and flowers. "Mine, all mine!" she said. But what if there was not just one Slodge ...but two?​

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Winner of Junior Design Awards - Best Emerging Talent: Illustrator'15

Bronze Award - Prima Baby Awards'15​

Shortlisted - English 4-11 Picture Book Awards'15

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'A new text from Jeanne Willis is always a cause for celebration and this pairing with new illustration talent Jenni Desmond could introduce her writing to a style-savvy audience.'

Books For Keeps 2015 (5/5 stars)

 

An inviting setting for readers to explore themes of friendship, sharing, and stewardship.'

Publishers Weekly 2015

 

'Written like a spider's web - delicate and strong - The First Slodge contains equally impressive illustrations.'

Playing By the Book 2015

 

'The First Slodge is an original read with a superb sense of judgement and understanding, and I would gift this book to any child, young or old.'

Children's Books Ireland 2015

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Translations:

Greek

USA

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