Product Description
The Bear in the Stars
Author: Alexis Snell
Format: Paperback
Recommended for ages 7+
Waterstones Childrens Book Prize 2020
'There was once a bear, a great, white bear - Queen of Beasts. But over the years the ice disappeared, slipping away like sand through an hourglass. Slowly, slowly, one by one, the other animals moved on.'
The great bear has no choice but to leave her snowy realm to search for food, friends and a new home.
She soon discovers a world that is growing hotter whilst hearts grow colder - until one small act of kindness changes everything.
The Bear in the Stars is a heartwarming and inspiring story about the power of kindness.
A beautiful and inspirational tale of hope and change, perfect for younger readers.
About the Author
Born and raised in Yorkshire, Alexis moved to Cardiff where she completed a degree in print-making. She went on to exhibit in and around Wales and Leeds and has had two art residencies. After a stint working as a cook, Alexis moved to London with her small, second-hand printing press and began print-making again. Alexis works in lino which she cuts by hand. For inspiration, she looks to old matchbox covers, record sleeves, tea boxes, postcards, explorers, the circus and films. She has since moved back to Yorkshire, where she works from her studio. Alexis has designed many book covers and illustrated Dr Who: Twelve Angels Weeping but The Bear in the Stars is her first book as an author-illustrator.
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