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Lydia Monks

Author & Illustrator

About Lydia Monks

Lydia Monks is one of the most original picture book artists working today. Her distinctive use of colour and collage has won her critical acclaim and several awards, including the Smarties Prize. Her collaborations with Julia Donaldson include THE SINGING MERMAID, the Princess Mirror-belle books, SUGARLUMP AND THE UNICORN, and the phenomenally successful WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD. Lydia lives in Sheffield.

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World Circus Day

The Singing Mermaid by Julia Donaldson from Macmillan Children's Books is a really exciting read!

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World Circus Day

Sugarlump and the Unicorn Book and Toy Gift Set by Julia Donaldson from Macmillan Children's Books is a really exciting read!

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World Circus Day

The Singing Mermaid Make and Do by Julia Donaldson from Macmillan Children's Books is a really exciting read!

Yesterday

World Circus Day

The Singing Mermaid 10th Anniversary Edition by Julia Donaldson from Macmillan Children's Books is a really exciting read!

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April Events

Enjoy the sunshine and relaxing in the garden while the kids read What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside by Julia Donaldson from Macmillan Children's Books

2 days ago

April Events

To this brilliant book, perfect for the holidays! What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside by Julia Donaldson from Macmillan Children's Books

5 days ago

International Moment of Laughter Day

and laugh out loud this #InternationalMomentofLaughterDay Funny Bunch:Tess Plays Games (HB) by Lydia Monks from Campbell Books

7 days ago

International Moment of Laughter Day

and laugh out loud this #InternationalMomentofLaughterDay Funny Bunch:Stan Has a Party (PB) by Lydia Monks from Macmillan Children's Books

7 days ago

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