KINNEAR, NICOLA
u003cpu003e u003c/pu003e Grumpy George doesn't want friends - until he meets a funny little seal called Pebble . . . u003cpu003eGeorge the dog loves living alone on his island. He likes to do everything his own way, and friends would just ruin things.u003c/pu003e u003cpu003eBut one day a cheerful little seal wiggles up to him. Her name is Pebble, and she's determined to be George's friend, whether he likes it or not.u003c/pu003e u003cpu003eGeorge is quiet and grumpy. Pebble is lively and funny. Can this odd couple ever become friends?u003c/pu003e u003cpu003eThis wonderfully funny story about making friendsand overcoming differenceswill strike a chord with children and grown-ups alike. Full of warmth, humour and wonderful illustrations, it's guaranteed to become a storytime favourite!u003c/pu003e u003culu003e u003cliu003eNicola Kinnear's previous picture books, A Little Bit Brave, Dragons Don't Shareand Shhh! Quiet!have won her many fans all round the world.u003cbru003e u003cbru003eu003c/liu003e u003cliu003eHer gorgeously illustrated books are full of fabulous characters, and wonderful messages about sharing, friendship, courage and kindnessu003cbru003e u003cbru003eu003c/liu003e u003cliu003eNicola Kinnear is one of the brightest new stars in children's books. Her debut picture book, A Little Bit Brave, has been shortlisted for several awards and translated into 20 languagesu003c/liu003e u003c/ulu003e u003cpu003eu003cbru003e Praise for A Little Bit Brave:u003c/pu003e u003cpu003e"a new talent to look out for" Bookselleru003c/pu003e u003cpu003e"funny and reassuring . . . superbly illustrated" Parents in Touchu003c/pu003e u003cpu003e"a glorious picture book debut...stunningly illustrated" BookLoverJou003c/pu003e u003cpu003e"an utter delight" WeAreTheMothersideu003c/pu003e
