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The Snugglewump

‘Delightful picture book…Paves the way for open discussions’ The School Librarian reviews The Snugglewump!

We’ve just received a wonderful review for The Snugglewump by Lou Treleaven with illustrations by Kate Chappell  which appeared in The Winter 2017 issue of The School Librarian: ‘The Snugglewump is a delightful picture book about a lost and somewhat overlooked comfort blanket.  Chappell’s messy illustrations use crayon and bright paint, which gives the book a childlike feel that many young readers will warm easily to. Early on, the Snugglewump… Read More »‘Delightful picture book…Paves the way for open discussions’ The School Librarian reviews The Snugglewump!

‘We are always delighted when we receive a package from Maverick books. The girls always rush to open up the wrapping to discover what is inside.’

Leyla and her two daughters at This Day I Love recently reviewed our latest picture book offerings, The Snugglewump by Lou Treleaven and illustrated by Kate Chappell, and Wishker by Heather Pindar and illustrated by Sarah Jennings! ‘The Snugglewump is a very emotional tale written with beautiful rhymes.  The Snugglewump is not like the other toys and feels unloved.  The story which follows highlights how important each of us are… Read More »‘We are always delighted when we receive a package from Maverick books. The girls always rush to open up the wrapping to discover what is inside.’

‘Two lovely titles’ Wishker and The Snugglewump reviewed in the latest issue of Armadillo Magazine!

Armadillo Magazine has reviewed Wishker and The Snugglewump in its latest issue! ‘Two lovely titles for little children to enjoy, vibrant, funny and easy to read and share stories.’ ‘The Sungglewump by Lou Trevelean, illustrated by Kate Chappell, is a rhyming story that children will be clamouring for at bedtimes as it will make them feel warm and snuggly and ready to sleep, just be warned, multiple readings night after night will be required!’ ‘Whilst Wishker by Heather Pindar, illustrated by Sarah Jennings,… Read More »‘Two lovely titles’ Wishker and The Snugglewump reviewed in the latest issue of Armadillo Magazine!

‘The perfect book to read just before your little one goes to bed’ Naptime Natter reviews The Snugglewump

Leo (age 3) and Naptime Natter enjoyed the gentle story of The Snugglewump by Lou Treleaven and illustrated by Kate Chappell. ‘The Snugglewump goes on his adventure at night and all the pictures of dark blue skies with yellow twinkly stars make this the perfect book to read just before your little one goes to bed. The Snugglewump really is a lovely little story, it delivers the message that even… Read More »‘The perfect book to read just before your little one goes to bed’ Naptime Natter reviews The Snugglewump

Beauties and the Bibs have posted a wonderful review of Snugglewump and Wishker!

Beauties and the Bibs had some high praise for both The Snugglewump by Lou Treleaven and illustrated by Kate Chappell and Wishker by Heather Pindar and illustrated by Sarah Jennings. ‘I love the fact that the story rhymes as it makes it flow really easy. I enjoyed reading this story to Ava and I’m sure it will be read many more times.’ ‘I took from this story that you cannot… Read More »Beauties and the Bibs have posted a wonderful review of Snugglewump and Wishker!

‘Perfect bedtime stories’ Mia loves Wishker and The Snugglewump!

Mia and her mum, Becca, at Mummydaddymia gave a big thumbs up recently for Wishker by Heather Pindar and The Snugglewump by Lou Treleaven ‘We have really enjoyed reading The Snugglewump and Wishker over the past couple of weeks and Mia has found them both really lovely to read. They are perfect bedtime stories’ Read the full review here Buy Wishker here and The Snugglewump here

‘Every page looked amazing’ Safely Nestled gives a big thumbs up for The Snugglewump!

Safely Nestled and Noah enjoyed The Snugglewump by Lou Treleaven and illustrated by Kate Chappell recently ‘I think all kids will certainly relate to this story, as they always have their firm favourites. Noah was sad that the Snugglewump felt left out. He was generally concerned why the other toys thought they were more superior. I really loved all the illustrations in this book, every page looked amazing – the… Read More »‘Every page looked amazing’ Safely Nestled gives a big thumbs up for The Snugglewump!

‘Wonderful lyrical lilt’ High praise from Boolino for The Snugglewump!

Boolino enjoyed The Snugglewump by Lou Treleaven and illustrated by Kate Chappell ‘This is a charming rhyming story and the illustrations by Kate Chappell really compliment the characters and the story. We would definitely recommend this for a bedtime story as the wonderful lyrical lilt will help you relax and unwind after a busy day.’ Read the full review here Buy a copy of the book here

‘Sweet, fun & entertaining!’ A big thumbs up from a 4 and 2 year old on Rae Reads for The Snugglewump

Rae Broughton and children loved The Snugglewump by Lou Treleaven and illustrated by Kate Chappell! ‘I loved that the story is about a comforter and how special they can be to a child, even though they aren’t a toy as such they bring comfort to a child that is hard to replace. The rhyming story flows easily and is perfect for reading to your child. Both my four and two… Read More »‘Sweet, fun & entertaining!’ A big thumbs up from a 4 and 2 year old on Rae Reads for The Snugglewump

‘A sweet story that children will enjoy’ What’s Good to Do reviews The Snugglewump!

What’s Good to Do gave a fabulous review for The Snugglewump by Lou Treleaven and illustrated by Kate Chappell over the weekend. Thanks, David! ‘The Snugglewump is an engaging story about self-discovery, love and belonging. Beautifully written with flowing rhyming text it has just enough words per page to hold a child’s attention. It has been illustrated so that it complements the text very well and young children can understand… Read More »‘A sweet story that children will enjoy’ What’s Good to Do reviews The Snugglewump!