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★ "Her brushstrokes evoke a sense of movement, and her hues visually relate the temperatures of the changing seasons" ★ "Desmond’s soft but poignant illustrations set a strong tone, with soulful portraits of individual wolves, vast landscapes of mountains and meadows, and scenes of wolves ranging through the habitat." STARRED REVIEW, Booklist

This inspiring true story shows that every species plays an important part in protecting our planet. When wolves disappeared from Yellowstone Park in the 1930s, the ecosystem started to collapse.until in 1995, wolves returned to the park and everything began to change for the better. Written by Catherine Barr and illustrated by Jenni DesmondĪvailable as an audiobook, read by Philippa Forrester This narrative non-fiction picture book is a soaring love-letter to our planet, showcasing both its beauty and fragility in a gentle and truthful way Editor's Choice: The Bookseller ​ This uplifting piece of narrative non-fiction brings fresh air to a crowded field The Telegraph: Best books for easter ​ Podcast In The Reading Corner: Nicola and Jenni talk to Nikki Gamble ​ Translations: French, Greek, tbcįOURTEEN WOLVES : a rewilding story USA edition: THE WOLVES OF YELLOWSTONE This is a fascinating and profound book about climate change for young readers

Shortlisted: James Cropper Wainwright Prize 2022

Turning the popular concept of time-zones on its head and combining it with a powerful climate message and delightful illustrations, this book is narrative non-fiction at its most spellbinding. Wondering… As the clock strikes midnight, a little girl and her sister visit animals of every shape and size, all around the world – discovering that, in some places, creatures have just started their day, where in others they’re already busy hunting for food. Where on Earth are you, right now? It’s late where I am and almost everyone’s asleep, but I’m awake, looking out into the night. Nicola Davies and Jenni Desmond's first collaboration: a spectacular tour of Planet Earth and a powerful rallying cry. Written by Nicola Davies and illustrated by Jenni Desmond