The Yes

This book is for everyone who has ever felt discouraged… A brilliant, simple book of affirmation

Observer

Uplifting, original story, with Matisse-like illustrations.

Metro

A perfect marriage of image, words, design and layout… A joyful book

Joy Court, Reading Zone

Sumptuous and gorgeous illustrations make it completely entrancing. Yes indeed!

Read It, Daddy!

The Yes is an important book. The Yes is a beautiful book. The Yes is a book that deserves to be talked about… I can’t recommend this highly enough. Buy or borrow The Yes as soon as you can, you won’t be disappointed.

Child-Led Chaos

Picture books are extraordinary. And I think that The Yes stands proud up there with the best of them . . . a book about being brave and strong and confident.

Did you ever stop to think (LH Johnson)

I would highly recommend it as a book to keep returning to over the years, especially when you’re in need of a bit of a boost in confidence. Inspirational, motivating and generally just FAB!

Story Seekers

A book about yesness is just what we need if we want a generation of confident, positive-thinking young people.

Wendy Cooling

I’m not sure any review can do this picture book justice. This is probably one of the most unusual, quirkiestpicture books I have ever read. It is also now one of my favourites.

Askews & Holts Library Service

A true exploration of our place in a world that we are constantly trying to make sense of. Definitely a must for the bookshelf of every thinker in the world of yes and no.

Sara Stanley, author of Why Think?: Philosophical Play from 3-11

An astonishing picture book

The Book Sniffer

Wonderful . . . Great for reading aloud to children. The concept and the characterization of yes and no are perfect for discussion.

Rhino Reads

A powerful story . . . I really can’t recommend it enough!

Fiction Fascination

Encourages a positive mental attitude

EYE

Stunning illustrations complement this quirky story to encourage reluctant adventurers to overcome their anxieties and grasp life with both hands.

Booktrust

The Yes is a picture book filled with energy, warmth and such a feel good factor that’ll have you punching the air as you reach the end. I promise.

My Book Corner

Delightful debut picture book… will encourage diffident and negative toddlers to have a go

Guardian

This book deserves a place in every school library

The School Librarian

Marvellously well-done…This picturebook imaginatively conveys the injunction to say ‘Yes!’ to life.

Books for Keeps

Wonderful use of language.

Blackbird

Brimming with positivity, intended to empower children to overcome their fears and banish negativity.

Prima Baby Magazine

Wonderfully empowering story… unique and uplifting that sends a positive message. Would also make an important contribution to a local library or classroom.

Sara Eastler Blog

The storyline is wonderfully enhanced but the dazzling and dramatic colours of Satoshi Kitamura’s illustrations.

Irish Times

Bold, stylish illustrations and big ideas perfectly framed for young minds, The Yes is a wonderfully fresh story of self-belief and empowerment.

Pregnancy & Parenting Magazine

Wise, empowering and uniquely illustrated, The Yes will have both adult and child shouting joyful, positive affirmations throughout the book.

Huffington Post, Hannah Beckerman

Striking, unusual illustration and an empowering message of self-belief and overcoming your fears.

The Bookseller, Fiona Noble

Clever and insightful reinforcement of self-belief, challenging inner doubt and fear head-on.

Picture Books Blogger, Sarah Yewman

Comforting and full of encouragement, this may be just the selection for adults or children struggling with fear and self-doubt.

Kirkus Reviews

The story is about declaring independence and conquering doubt, and Bee’s writing itself provides a rich sense of invention and liberation.

Publishers Weekly online

Can-do attitude. Playfully conveyed by the bold illustrations.

Teach Primary Magazine