Fairy Shopping

An enchanting adventure in a world of magic and wonder

Sally Gardner author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published:14th Mar '25

Should be back in stock very soon

Fairy Shopping cover

In Fairy Shopping, children explore a magical street filled with enchanting shops and whimsical characters, sparking imagination and wonder.

In the enchanting world of Fairy Shopping, readers are invited to explore Silverbell Street, a magical place where the shops come alive with wonder and whimsy. This delightful picture book, created by a Costa and Carnegie-winning author and artist, takes children on a fantastical journey filled with charming characters and delightful surprises. The narrative encourages young imaginations to soar as they discover a variety of whimsical items available for purchase, from cloaks of invisibility to magical lamps that spark dreams.

As children turn the pages, they will encounter an array of imaginative scenarios, such as dining on flying fairy cakes at the Foxglove Restaurant or joining fairies in trying on sparkling dancing shoes and elegant ball gowns. The vibrant illustrations are filled with hidden characters, inviting young readers to engage in a delightful game of discovery as they search for familiar giants, fairies, and witches scattered throughout the artwork.

Fairy Shopping is not just a story; it’s an invitation to believe in magic and the joy of shopping alongside fairies. This timeless tale will captivate the hearts of children, inspiring them to embrace their creativity and sense of adventure as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Silverbell Street.

Children will adore browsing Silverbell Street, with its tiny windows to peer into, shop names to read and interiors to explore, while parents delight in Gardner’s witty, zany, enchanting artworks * Saga Magazine, Best Books for Gifting *
Stunning illustrations and imaginative settings will keep 4+ year olds enchanted for hours... A masterpiece of nostalgia, magic and warm-hearted storytelling * School Reading List *

PRAISE FOR SALLY GARDNER

'An idiosyncratic genius'
The Times

'Gardner remains the patron saint of the reluctant reader'
Daily Telegraph

'The prize-winning Gardner is [a] dab hand at literary world-creation'
Observer

'Carnegie Medal winner Sally Gardner has a rare ability to build worlds that are rich, strange and totally unique to her...'
Absolutely South East

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ISBN: 9781035909278

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

32 pages