{"title":"Caroline Stills","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of enchanting children's books by the talented author Caroline Stills. Known for her whimsical storytelling and ability to engage young minds, Caroline Stills creates a world of wonder that both children and parents love to explore. Her stories are not just entertaining but also educational, offering young readers delightful ways to learn and grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in our collection is \u003cem\u003eA Gift from the Birds\u003c\/em\u003e. This charming tale takes children on an imaginative journey, with captivating illustrations and a heartwarming message about kindness and nature. It's a perfect read for young curious minds, encouraging a playful yet thoughtful understanding of the world around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCaroline Stills's books are ideal for parents who wish to share magical reading moments with their children, nurturing a lifelong love of books and learning. Dive into her wonderfully crafted stories and let your child's imagination take flight!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-gift-from-the-birds-by-caroline-stills-9781923058453","title":"A Gift from the Birds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA book guaranteed to make you cry. And then lift you up again. Winner of the 2024 Text Prize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Gift from the Birds\u003c\/em\u003e is \"a gentle, hopeful book grounded in courage, love and the healing presence of the natural world... It sits alongside Karen Foxlee's \u003cem\u003eLenny's Book of Everything\u003c\/em\u003e and Aleesh Darlison's \u003cem\u003eGrace the Amazing\u003c\/em\u003e.\" \u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eBooks + Publishing\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBirds can save people's lives. You may think that's a strange thing to say. How can a small animal with wings save a person? But I know they can. It happened to me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Millie was nine years old, her mum got sick, very sick. And now, on the night of Millie's tenth birthday party, things are getting serious. Millie sits on the back step of her house, worried and upset, and two shiny black crows fly into the yard, catching her attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDo they just want some of the cheeseburger she's attempting to eat? Or are they visiting for some other reason? Before long, Millie starts to find mysterious objects in the garden. And the crows are often there when she comes home from school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat are they trying to tell her? And can they help her as she faces losing her mum?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCaroline Stills's debut novel, \u003cem\u003eA Gift from the Birds\u003c\/em\u003e, is a sensitive, heartfelt story about loss and grief, and finding comfort in unexpected places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46664951759084,"sku":"9781923058453","price":21.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781923058453.jpg?v=1752633855"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/caroline-stills.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}