Author(s): Polly Dunbar

Picture Books

This title comes from inspired picture-book creator Polly Dunbar, the first in the colourful, charming, soon-to-be televised series following the escapades of Tilly and her friends. "I'm not sleepy," says Tiptoe while Tilly gives him his goodnight kiss. Boom! Boom! Boom! Goes Tiptoe's drum while Tilly sings him a goodnight lullaby. Will a bedtime story do the trick and send tiptoe off to sleep? Ah, yes...Now Tilly must get ready for bed herself. If only there was someone to tuck her in...But wait! Tiptoe is still awake ...and he's come to tuck Tilly in and give her a goodnight kiss! Exciting news! "Tilly and Friends" has been scheduled for TV transmission on CBeebies, beginning autumn 2012 ...52 delicious episodes. Utterly charming artwork, delicious palette, gentle humour and winsome characters have deservedly made this a series of winners. This title comes from the bestselling author and illustrator of "Penguin" (9781844280650) which was the winner of the 0-5 Nestle Silver Award 2007 and the 2007 Booktrust Early Years Award in the pre-school category.