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The Night Box

An enchanting bedtime story for young readers

Louise Greig author Ashling Lindsay illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:29th Jun '17

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The Night Box cover

This enchanting bedtime story, The Night Box, follows a young boy as he unlocks the magic of night, soothing fears and creating a comforting bedtime ritual.

Nominated for prestigious awards such as the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal, The Night Box is a captivating bedtime story that invites young readers into a world of night. Written by the talented Louise Greig, this picture book features beautifully atmospheric illustrations by Ashling Lindsay. The narrative centers around a small boy who holds the key to the night, creating a magical experience as darkness unfolds in his room.

As Max turns the key in his midnight blue box, day slips away, and night dances into his space. The illustrations complement Greig's lyrical prose, bringing to life the enchanting nature of the dark. Children will find joy in the way the darkness tumbles and whirls, creating an inviting atmosphere that makes bedtime a comforting ritual rather than a source of fear.

The Night Box serves as a soothing bedtime tale, perfect for reading aloud to children aged 3 to 5. It reassures little ones who may be afraid of the dark and provides a calming experience for energetic children. This original story stands alongside classics like The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark, making it an essential addition to any child's bedtime reading collection.

"A lyrical, atmospheric story that's perfect for lulling excitable toddlers to sleep" – The Evening Standard

"Greig is creating books that make me wish I still had a pre-schooler to lull to sleep with her stories, and to initiate into the world of poetry with her words" – The Herald

"Tender and domestic, luminous and star-shot, Lindsay’s illustrations perfectly complement Greig’s soaring, unrhymed poetry, creating a sense of night’s scale, richness and enveloping magic" – Imogen Russell Williams, The Guardian

"Such an original bedtime story will be bound to delight its audience time and time again" – Picture Books Blogger

ISBN: 9781405283762

Dimensions: 275mm x 245mm x 2mm

Weight: 210g

32 pages