Coming Soon ...
For ages 3-7
A 'Read-to' Book
MAGIC IN THE ROCK POOLS
"...When the seas tumble and roar - or the wind is blowing a HOOLIE and whisks your hat right off ! ...it could be a grumpy Bubble Buckie up to no good!
But a HAPPY Bubble Buckie - well that's another story..."
While exploring the beautiful rock pools of Kilchattan Bay on the Isle of Bute, Goose and Scrunch stumble upon something VERY peculiar: a HUGE shell tangled in an old net ...with its very own tiny storm cloud!
As Goose and Scrunch lower the shell into the safety of a rock pool, the girls learn that their good deed is appreciated!
Set against the scenic coastal backdrop, The Bubble Buckie of Kilchattan Bay is a beautifully illustrated, cosy modern fairytale that celebrates kindness, the magic of nature, and the greatest gift of all: family.
Why parents will love this book, too ...
• A Heartwarming Story that emphasises kindness, sharing, and love.
• Introduces little ones to the magic of exploring Scottish shores.
• Includes a "Little Explorer's Corner" - a section at the back of the book with an engaging introduction to rock pools and caring for our coastal wildlife.
Future Adventures ...
The Lost Welly Bothy
of Windy Hill
of Windy Hill
Goose has a mighty boot calamity - thanks to a VERY unusual animal! But as they give chase, they learn that the forest is home to more than birds and squirrels!
Moleus P. Munch
of Moss Wood
of Moss Wood
Someone is munching words at Moss Wood and causing havoc on the poetry trail - but he's not for stopping! A tasty tale that serves a menu of fun new words to learn!
The Dreamin' Tree
of St Blanes
of St Blanes
Mimi tells the girls about an enchanted ash tree that once grew near the broch of St. Blanes. But is it really just a story? Some ancient magic is about to stir ...
Hi! I’m Susan. I moved to the Isle of Bute in 2017, having visited often with my girls - back when they were still just wee potatoes.
Bute has always felt quite magical to me. Now, as a granny, I wanted to share some of that magic by creating stories to tie in with our island adventures!
I hope these books will spark a little curiosity in young readers - and maybe even inspire them to search for a Bubble Buckie at Kilchattan Bay, or explore Moss Wood for a moochy mole! You never know what you might find ...
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Little Explorers Corner - special section in each book
Each book has a special corner at the back, dedicated to the natural environments the characters explore.
If bedtime allows, they can learn how to protect the sea life they’ve just read about, discover which animals they might see in the woods, or enjoy nature with some gentle mindfulness practice...
...but if you can't wait to get the little darlings to sleep, you can also stop at 'The End'
If bedtime allows, they can learn how to protect the sea life they’ve just read about, discover which animals they might see in the woods, or enjoy nature with some gentle mindfulness practice...
...but if you can't wait to get the little darlings to sleep, you can also stop at 'The End'
Bringing the stories to life ...
I wanted every page to be special, and have loved making each illustration. Check out the timelapse videos below or you can also find out more on my illustrations page.