Time Now to Dream

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"Whats that noise said Jack. Its coming from the forest, said Alice. Lets go and see!

From Helen Oxenbury, the illustrator of We're Going on a Bear Hunt, and Timothy Knapman, the author of Soon, comes the story of a brother and sister, and their adventure in the woods. When Alice and Jack are out playing, they hear a strange noise. Alice wants to know what it is, but Jack is afraid. He thinks it might be the Wicked Wolf with big, bad claws and snap-trap jaws. But Alice takes his hand and they follow the noise, right into the heart of the forest Just what will they discover there Timothy Knapman's powerful, atmospheric narration alongside Helen Oxenburys spectacular illustrations skilfully convey Jacks growing fear and Alices curious excitement, all the while building toward the reveal of that mysterious sound

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This adventure story has a lovely twist which is guaranteed to bring a smile to everyones face. It is a great book to read to young children and launch into discussions about bravery. * Creative Kids Tales *
Excitement, exploration, apprehension, discovery, and wonder are all captured in this charming picture book. * Bookrapt *
This is a gentle, accessible book that preschoolers will take to their hearts. * Magpies Magazine *

Author Bio

Timothy Knapman is a childrens writer, lyricist and playwright. His childrens books have been translated into twelve languages and include Soon, illustrated by Patrick Benson, Dinosaurs Don't Have Bedtimes, illustrated by Nikki Dyson, and the bestselling Mungo and the Picture Book Pirate series. His titles have often been featured on CBeebies Bedtime Stories. He lives in Weybridge, Surrey. Find him online at www.timothyknapman.co.uk and on Twitter as @TimothyKnapman.

Helen Oxenbury is among the most popular and critically-acclaimed illustrators of all time. Her many award-winning books for children include Were Going On a Bear Hunt, written by Michael Rosen, Farmer Duck, written by Martin Waddell and Theres Going to Be a Baby, written by John Burningham; as well as her classic board books for babies. Helen has won the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal twice in 1969, for The Quangle Wangles Hat and The Dragon of an Ordinary Family and in 1999, for Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. She lives in London, NW3. Find her on Twitter as @HelenOxenbury.