Cloud Boy

"This joyful, warm, and empathetic book is a must for children who struggle with attention difficulties. Sensitive and beautifully illustrated, this [book] encourages understanding of difference" * The Daily Mail *
"I do love, on Cloud Boy, the illustrations for the book" * Dominic King, BBC Radio Kent *
"This beautiful picture book has been created by someone with a similar brain to Bobby, and it is a wonderful depiction of a child whose focus is on a lot of very interesting things. The gorgeous illustrations are full of energy and colour, with Bobby's 'wonderings' depicted in a bright pink. A joy of a book." * BookTrust *
"This beautifully affirming book is a much needed reframing of attention difficulties. What seems, at first, to be a fantastically fun story will feel instantly relatable to children who struggle to focus and whose minds are easily distracted by their senses and thoughts. It touches on the difficulties neurodivergent children experience when masking their natural behaviours to fit in, often resulting in mental fatigue. The message of empathy and understanding demonstrates that giving children time and freedom to be their authentic selves is key to supporting them." * Alison da Silva, Children's Books Ireland *
"I'm a huge fan of everything Greg creates and Cloud Boy is incredible - a heartwarming celebration of individuality and the importance of walking (or flying) in other people's shoes." * Robert Tregoning, author of Flow with the Snow *
"Cloud Boy is a fun and imaginative story which shows that everyone is different. That how we see and experience the world is so nuanced and individual... especially if you happen to have a neurodivergent brain (like I happen to!) There is a lot of warmth and willingness to understand and support the little boy Bobby in this book. But even more than that- the other people in his life learn to give him space to just be the real him. What a beautiful gift for the author Greg Stobbs' to share with the reader!" * Leigh Hodgkinson, author of Martha Maps It Out *
"Bravo Greg...out of your brilliant mind and flying into the world" * Lemn Sissay *
"Cloud Boy is a beautiful book, with warmth, understanding, and vibrant storytelling. It opens the door to a compassionate exploration of ADHD, with engaging narrative and relatable characters, it not only educates but also empowers children to embrace their uniqueness. A must-read for families, educators, and anyone looking to better understand and celebrate ADHD." * Professor James Brown BSc, PhD, DSc (hc), FHEA. Director and ADHD Coach & Communicator *