A Waterstones Best Book of 2023. The Telegraph Best Children’s Books of 2023.
Two colour illustrations by Melissa Castrillón.
I wish the snow girl would come to life. Then I would have a friend, a real friend I could trust, and I wouldn’t feel so alone.
When Tasha builds a snow girl with her grandpa, all she wants is for her to be real. If only wishes on snow could come true… Then Tasha meets Alyana, a friend made of wishes, starlight, snowfall and magic. But when your best friend is made of winter, what do you do when spring comes?
From award-winning and critically acclaimed Sophie Anderson, comes a fairy-tale story of friendship, belonging and bravery, in an adventure through a winter wonderland. The perfect read for the whole family this Christmas.
“Exquisite, all the winter magic you could hope for, wrapped up in Sophie’s generous and wise storytelling.” Fiona Noble, The Bookseller One to Watch
“Frozen meets Narnia in an enchanting children’s novel.” The Telegraph
“A wonderful, wistful, wintry read.” The Irish Times.
“Beautifully imagined.” The Telegraph Best Children’s Books of 2023
“A touching story about how even with loss, hope remains and ultimately triumphs.” The Big Issue Best Children’s Books of 2023
“Full of warmth and wisdom… wonderful.” Culturefly.
“Beautifully written, this is an enchanting story about facing fears, reaching out to make new friends and knowing when to let go.” BookTrust.
“The perfect tale to read aloud.” Teach Primary.
The Snow Girl is spectacular. A truly special book of snow and winter magic with the warmest and most cheering beating heart. I can’t stop thinking about it. Sibéal Pounder, bestselling author of the Witch Wars series
“Vivid Storytelling.” The Sunday Times
Available from all good bookshops, including Waterstones, Blackwells, Sam Read Bookseller, and Bookshop.org.
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