Julia Donaldson’s Book of Bedtime Stories

'Every night at bedtime, millions of children – pyjamas on, teeth reluctantly brushed – curl up to read or listen to a Donaldson story.’ – Guardian

Perfect for bedtime reading and early independent reading, these five short and highly-illustrated stories by Julia Donaldson the UK’s no.1 bestselling author of all time, will enchant and delight young readers.

Adventure together to the Land of Nod with a little fox cub that loves exploring; a wriggly puppy that visits the classroom for the very first time, a clever spider with a passion for football, a friendly swallow that soars across land and sea and a pair of cheeky monkeys – one who loves the loves the daytime, and one who adores the night.

Newly illustrated by Thomas Docherty, these gentle and delightful adventures are perfect for for sleepy times, quiet times and reading aloud together times!

The stories in this gorgeous bedtime collection are:

Follow the Swallow

Night Monkey Day Monkey

Quick Brown Fox Cub

Spinderella

Wrong Kind of Bark

Julia Donaldson is the internationally renowned author of the best-loved picture books in the world, including The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo Granny, Jonty Gentoo, Room on the Broom, The Baddies, Tales From Acorn Wood and Night Monkey, Day Monkey.

Reviews

Praise for Julia Donaldson’s Book of Bedtime Stories:

“A lovely collection for winding down at bedtime.”

"It makes reading together easy, looks great on the shelf, and keeps the bedtime routine stress-free."

“Wonderful collection of charming short stories with vibrant full-page illustrations."

“Great for any Julia Donaldson fan."

"Julia Donaldson’s Book of Bedtime Stories is a wonderful addition to any child’s bookshelf."

‘She’s a genius’ – Rob Biddulph

'Every night at bedtime, millions of children – pyjamas on, teeth reluctantly brushed – curl up to read or listen to a Donaldson story.’ – Guardian

'Julia Donaldson is the unassailable queen of picture book’ – Kes Gray

About the author

Dame Julia Donaldson, the 2011–2013 Children's Laureate, is the author of many of the world's best-loved picture books. Among her acclaimed titles are The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, What the Ladybird Heard, Stick Man, Zog, The Smeds and the Smoos, Spinderella and Night Monkey, Day Monkey. Her books have sold over 45 million copies and been translated into 75 languages.