{"title":"Alexi Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlexi Francis crafts enchanting stories that whisk young readers away on magical adventures. With a keen sense for wonder and imagination, her books often explore mysterious woods, brave children, and enchanting creatures that spark curiosity and delight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of richly woven tales, \u003cem\u003eThe Waking Wood\u003c\/em\u003e and others by Alexi Francis invite children into worlds where friendship and courage light the way. Her writing balances suspense and warmth, making each story a captivating journey for young minds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-waking-wood-by-alexi-francis-9781835870136","title":"The Waking Wood","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the heart of the wood stands an ancient oak, home to a badger family for generations. As night falls, the badgers roam the forest, following paths laid down by those who came before. But when one young badger loses his way in the darkness, how will he find his way home?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully crafted \u003cb\u003emodern fable\u003c\/b\u003e about family, growth and adventure, this debut picture book by Alexi Francis, with intricate papercut pages, offers a gentle moral for young readers whilst inspiring a love of nature and outdoor exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing stunning pen-and-ink illustrations of woodland creatures, the book moves from shadow to light as dawn breaks, drawing readers into its immersive world. Intricately cut pages reveal hidden layers of the story, inviting readers to follow the badger's journey through the woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eThe Fox and the Star\u003c\/i\u003e by Coralie Bickford-Smith.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67798214148332,"sku":"9781835870136","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781835870136-the-waking-wood-1.jpg?v=1792473118"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/alexi-francis.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}