The Dream Book

Name: The Dream Book
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781800784581
Price: 27.99 NZD
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A bedtime adventure about dream journalling for the very young!

By Bia Melo

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Summary

The Dream Book by Bia Melo is a whimsical children's story that explores the vibrant and imaginative world of dreams. Young readers are taken on a magical journey where a child discovers the power of dreaming big and believing in endless possibilities. The book is filled with enchanting adventures and colourful illustrations, making it a delightful read that inspires creativity and wonder.
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Format: Hardback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love stories that spark the imagination and follow whimsical adventures. With beautiful illustrations and enchanting tales, it captivates young readers and transports them into a world of dreams. Perfect for bedtime storytelling and inspiring magical thoughts in children.

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A fun, wacky dreamworld adventure from a debut talent!

A fun, wacky dreamworld adventure from a debut talent!

Description

A fun, wacky dreamworld adventure that makes for the perfect bedtime story from debut talent, author-illustrator Bia Melo!

Nina is not like the other children. She doesn't want to stay up late like the grown-ups do. In fact, she can't WAIT to go to sleep . . . because that's when dreams happen. She goes on amazing adventures to the jungle, explores cake villages and visits a city on wheels. When she wakes up she MUST tell everyone . . . but something strange is happening. Her dreams wiggle and twist, shrink and grow until they're nothing like her dream at all. And then one night, her dream isn't fun or exciting . . . but quite scary instead.

Join the determined heroine as she captures her dreams once and for all!

With its bright, bold illustrations, this bedtime book dives into early experiences of good and bad dreams. It explores dream journalling for the very young, making this the perfect book to share with little ones as they settle to sleep. The ideal companion for readers of You Choose Your Dreams, What Will You Dream Tonight?, Peace at Last and No Sleep for Bear.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Dream Book by Bia Melo is praised for its imaginative journey into childhood dreams and the art of journaling. It is highlighted for encouraging creativity and curiosity, with captivating illustrations that depict the excitement and fears within dreams. The book is described as essential for bedtime explorers and those with big imaginations.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800784581

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 29 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Templar Books

Contributors:

Illustrated by Bia Melo
Illustrated by Bia Melo

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 255.0mm

Height: 295.0mm

Weight: 465g

Pages: 32

Collections

Bia Melo Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Bia Melo (Author, Illustrator)
Bia is an author and illustrator based in East London, originally from Brazil. Bia recently graduated with a Masters in Children's Book Illustration from the Cambridge School of Art, where she was awarded a scholarship from The Queen Elizabeth Trust. Bia was a finalist at the Golden Pinwheel Young Illustrators Awards, The Unpublished Picturebook showcase dPICTUS, a new talent finalist at the World Illustration Awards and awarded Highly Commended at The Macmillan Prize for Illustrators.

Her vibrant, tropical influences and use of bold block colours are inspired by her passion for printing and background as a graphic designer. Bia finds inspiration in little details of everyday life, using humour and quirky characters in a visually playful approach. When not in the studio, Bia can be found screen-printing, folding zines or taking care of her mini home jungle.

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