Illustrated by Nick Maland, published by Hodder Children’s Books. ISBN: 978 0340997468

“A great book to give to a child who is preparing to take on the mantle of big brother or sister.”                                                                                                                                                                              – Junior

“A delightful picture book … strong rhythm and rhyming structure make it great for reading aloud.”                                                                                                                                                    – School Librarian

“Quirky illustrations with original characters let the gentle rhythm of the story unfold with perfect precision … an excellent addition to any family library.” – Books for Keeps

Illustrated by Nick Maland, published by Hodder Children’s Books. ISBN: 978 0340930557

“Through the terrific rhyming text and bold illustrations Oliver discovers that, though small, he is    indeed mighty as he lives through his fears in this glorious, rollicking work of imagination.”
– Julia Eccleshare, Guardian

“A story with wonderfully rhythmic text, lively illustrations and great empathy for young children’s fears.” – Nursery World

“A deliciously funny portrayal of the way that a small child transforms a bath into an epic, it will remind you why keeping at least one pirate boat and a few plastic sharks and dolphins are essential.” – Amanda Craig, Times

“An incredibly imaginative and creative tale of Oliver’s bathtime adventure with superb lyrical text. This will appeal to all children with bright lively minds.” – Family Interest Magazine

“With the wind howling outside the bathroom window, Oliver is feeling mighty small against the     elements. How he wishes he was tall and mighty. With that our diminutive hero takes a deep breath and dives into his bath and sets off on a watery adventure, where he sails among mermaids, whales and dolphins, pirates and sea monsters, courtesy of his vivid imagination.” – JUNIOR

“Lively illustrations… The influence of Maurice Sendak can be sensed.” – School Librarian

“A wonderfully rhythmic read about overcoming your fears, this is an exceptionally strong picture book with superb illustrations.” – SW

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Illustrated by Nick Maland, published by Hodder Children’s Books. ISBN: 978 0340893296

Shortlisted for the Booktrust Early Years Award

Shortlisted for the Stockport Children’s Book Award

“A little boy who ‘couldn’t and didn’t and would not sleep’ prefers to stay awake and play… A warm and fuzzy homage to Sendak’s Max and his wild things guaranteed to lull little ones into their own night-time adventures.” – Kirkus Review

“‘Oliver Donnington Rimington-Sneep COULDN’T and DIDN’T and WOULD NOT SLEEP!’ as a splendidly rhythmic text by Mara Bergman unfolds the story of a boy’s imaginative play. He takes a trip to Mars before he settles down. Nick Maland’s stylish illustrations add intriguing incident to the tale, using muted colour and lots of pattern.” – Nicolette Jones, Times

“A celebration of imagination and creativity.” – Julia Eccleshare, The Guardian

“A celebration of sleeplessness” – My Child

“A creative tour de force, this book marries Bergman’s sparkling rhyming text with Nick Maland’s distinctive textured illustrations.” – The Glasgow Herald

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Illustrated by Nick Maland, published by Hodder Children’s Books. ISBN: 978 0340930564

“A menagerie of animals sneaks into the home of budding bakers Katie and James in this companion to Snip Snap! What’s That? Visually inviting with well-balanced rhythm and rhyme, Yum, Yum! will be a read-aloud favorite.” – ALA Booklist

“Sweet with a pinch of spice, this rhyming read-aloud serves up one flavorful treat.” – Kirkus Review

“Teachers, parents, and librarians will want to share this with children over and over again.”                                                                                                                                                         – School Library Journal

“Bergman and Maland … serve up another deliciously scary encounter between children and wildlife… Enticing rhymes and onomatopoeia make each animal intruder’s entrance the read-aloud equivalent of a star turn… This one will last through repeated readings.”                                                                                                                                                                   – Publishers Weekly (starred review)

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Illustrated by Nick Maland, published by Hodder Children’s Books. ISBN: 978 1444902488

“The alligator returns in this deliciously exciting book!” – Booklist

“When a fearsome alligator comes creeping down the street, were the people scared? Not all of them. Three children face up to their fears and discover that things are not always as they seem. I loved the quirky illustrations, and the rhyming text and fun tale will have children enthralled.”                                                                                                                                          – The School Librarian 

“A lovely book, hilarious and at times agreeably scary as well.” – Independent on Sunday

“Fans will definitely want to try this sequel.” – Bookbag

“Jolly drawings and a playful rhyming scheme. Great fun.” – Daily Telegraph

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ISBN-10: 1444902474
ISBN-13: 978-1444902471

PreS-Gr. 2. In this offbeat fantasy, an alligator makes his way down the street, through the front door, up the stairs, and into an apartment where three children flee from his gaping jaws. Finally, when they have endured the threat–or perhaps enjoyed the thrill–long enough, they turn the tables by yelling at the beast, who runs away. Using elements of rhythm and rhyme as well as an enjoyably predictable question-and-answer refrain, the text maintains a playful tone beneath the scary details such as alligator eyes flashing and teeth gnashing. Expressive line drawings, brightened with watercolor washes, illustrate the story with wit and style. Not for every preschooler, perhaps, but good fun for some, especially those who fantasize that they really could whip an alligator and those who realize that their home will never be invaded by a giant reptile. The final scene, in which the beast escapes into a manhole, might keep the alligators-in-the-sewer urban legend alive for another generation. Carolyn Phelan
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