Christmas in Exeter Street
Age 3+
Picture Books
A charming story which captures the true spirit of Christmas and a must for every Christmas library!
It’s Christmas Eve, and the house in Exeter Street is full to bursting! There’s a guest in every nook and cranny from top to bottom – and even a baby sleeping in the kitchen sink! Will Father Christmas be able to find them all? This gorgeously illustrated and atmospheric picture book about a house packed full of guests perfectly captures the sense of excitement and sharing that goes with this very special time of year.
Creators
Diana Hendry is a poet, short story writer and children’s author who has published over forty books for children and teenagers, including Harvey Angell, which won a Whitbread Award in 1991, and Harvey Angell Beats Time, which won the Scottish Arts Council Book Award in 2001. Diana lives in Edinburgh. Visit her online at www.dianahendry.com
John Lawrence is one of the country's most distinguished children's book artists. He has contributed to well over two hundred titles as an illustrator and wood-engraver, including Lyra's Oxford by Philip Pullman, Tiny's Big Adventure by Martin Waddell and Seahorse by Chris Butterworth. John lives in Cambridge and is visiting Professor at A.P.U. Cambridge School of Art, where he lectures on the M.A. course in Children's Book Illustration.
Reviews
This charming story captures the spirit of sharing and kids will enjoy spotting the various guests and their gifts in each illustration
Babyology
This is a joyful Christmas message about embracing the unexpected and offering random acts of kindness to strangers as well as friends. The text is perfectly portrayed in the delicate and detailed illustrations created in fine line ink and watercolour.
Buzz Words
This completely delightful Christmas classic is back in print! Celebrating all the things that matter at Christmas – community, family, love and laughter. This is a much loved book in our house over the Christmas season
Children's Books Daily
This is a gorgeous story about the spirit of Christmas, a time for sharing, generosity and coming togethe
Kids' Book Review
Beautifully descriptive and filled with alliteration and Christmas puns, the text is a joy to read.
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