Alfie's Christmas

By Shirley Hughes, Illustrated by Shirley Hughes

Alfie

JUVENILE FICTION

32 Pages, 10 x 10

Hardcover Picture Book, $22.99 (US $22.99)

Publication Date: October 2013

ISBN 9780370332307

Rights: US

Transworld Publishers (Oct 2013)
Bodley Head

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Overview

Alfie has been charming children and parents for generations, but this is his very first Christmas

A perfect gift, this beautiful storybook invites young readers to join Alfie and Annie Rose for Christmas, and covers every Christmas milestone. Alfie opens his advent calendar and makes cards and presents, he sings carols and decorates the tree, and he writes a special letter to Father Christmas. What will Father Christmas bring on Christmas Day? It's going to be such an exciting day!

Reviews

"If childhood had an illustrator laureate, it must be Hughes; no one else captures emotions, concerns, and body language with such sensibility and affection." —Kirkus Reviews on Hughes

"Hughes is a magical storyteller with an instinctive understanding of the mind of a pre-schooler." —Guardian on Hughes

"Hughes's protagonist remains an extremely likable and highly recognizable character." —School Library Journal on Alfie and the Big Boys

Author Biography

Shirley Hughes has written more than 200 books, creating enduring characters like Alfie and Dogger, who have thrilled children and adults alike with their tales of growing up and everyday discovery. Her many awards include the Kate Greenaway Medal and the prestigious Eleanor Farjeon Award for her services to children's literature.

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