The Paper Girl 9781805701828 Hardback

‘A brilliant example of the power of picture books: concept, words, images and design all work together to deliver a message that every girl every child needs to hear.’- Nicola DaviesA spellbinding keepsake book about learning to say no and the transformative beauty of becoming who you truly are, brought to life with exquisite papercut artwork.This is the story of a girl made from paper, who is bright and kind and eager to please.When she is told she should bebeautiful, she folds herself into a flower; when she is told she should beclever, she folds herself into a fox; when she is told she should be a shining exampleto others, she folds herself into a star.But nothing she does is ever quite enough until she does something truly beautiful, clever and shiningly wonderful.She says, No.So unfolds thismodern fairy tale, powerfully written by themulti-award-winning author, Caryl Lewis. Her words are paired withexquisite papercut artworkby dbut illustrator Kanako Abe.Packaged as a beautiful hardback featuring gilded edges, an embossed cover and an intricate diecut design sitting over the title page this book is suitable for children and adults alike . . . An invitation to celebrate your strength and find your true self.’Powerful, moving and magical.’ Eloise Williams, inaugural Childrens Laureate Wales’A real work of art with a powerful message about staying true to yourself. This is a book to read, share and treasure.’ Clare Fayers’A poignant and truly moving tale of empowerment that will speak across generations.’ Sita Brahmachari