Ten-Word Tiny Tales of Love

These touching 10-word stories of sibling bonds, beloved pets and the healing power of the natural world are each illustrated by a different artist, and should encourage 4+ storytellers to try creating their own. * The Guardian *
[W]ith ten-word stories by the former children’s laureate Joseph Coelho, illustrated by 21 artists, in which the love is for creatures, magic, nature, objects, grandparents and siblings. The image that speaks most powerfully of love is Sydney Smith’s beautifully observed picture of a boy teaching his little brother to tie his shoelaces. The book is also a creative springboard for readers to pour out their hearts in ten words. * The Sunday Times *
a remarkable collection that showcases the art of brevity, distilling the essence of love into powerful, evocative micro-stories [...] Each story is a masterpiece of precision, leaving space for the reader’s imagination to fill in the gaps. Whether poignant, whimsical, or bittersweet, the tales resonate deeply, demonstrating that love can be both universal and deeply personal. Ten-Word Tiny Tales of Love is a testament to the power of storytelling, proving that sometimes, less truly is more. It is a must-read for anyone who appreciates the beauty of language and the enduring allure of love. * PA Media Children’s Book of the Week *
Featured, January Children’s Previews * The Bookseller *
There is much to glean from Coelho’s second collection of Ten-Word Tiny Tales; the power a short story can have to grab your attention; the transformative affect illustrations can have upon the words of an author and how love can come in many forms. * The Irish Examiner *