The Duck Who Didn't Like Water

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A wonderful, tender evocation of friendship and how its power can help you overcome your worst fears. A pure splash of joy. The Daily Mail

Shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2022

Duck is not like other ducks. Duck doesnt like water and is perfectly fine alone, thank you very much. But then, one dark and stormy night, an outgoing, water-loving, and very lost Frog turns up at Ducks door. Can this odd couple find Frogs home And will they find friendship along the way

This endearing, gorgeously illustrated tale marks the author-illustrator debut for Steve Small, illustrator of the highly acclaimed, Im Sticking with Youby Smriti Halls (shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2021 and for Children's Illustrated Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2021).

A beautiful book, with a zen-like balance, and full of light and drama, too.BenjiDavies, creator ofThe Storm Whale

Author Bio

Steve Smallhas worked in animation for over thirty years as a director, designer, and animator. The work has varied from working on Disney features to designing and directing shorts, TV series, and commercials. Hes the illustrator ofIm Sticking with Youand the author and illustrator ofThe Duck Who Didnt Like Water,Wellingtons Big Day Out, andBrave Little Bear. Steve lives in London, and when hes not painting and drawing, youll likely find him feeding the crows on Blackheath Common.