Once Upon A Harbour

Think a blend of Shaun Tan and Dr Seuss.

Set in a harbour that could be anywhere in the world, this tells the stories of fantastical characters like Mr and Mrs Drizzle who 'drench the world till it's puddle and slush'; pirate rats and seagulls fighting over a pie; sea monsters Craig and Shirley refloating shipwrecked boats; trees who party because they are 'bored when planted in rows'; a little house beside the sea that floats away; and Piggy Bill and his little piggies who are as happy and as grubby as can be'.

There's pace and rhythm to the stories with a natural story arc of build-up, excitement, climax and resolution with a sweet 'go to sleep' ending.

David's illustrations are stunning, strange and charming. Think a blend of Shaun Tan and Dr Seuss.

Fiona's beautifully scanning, clever rhyming for children bounces along, is easy to read aloud and full of funny, inventive ideas and vocabulary.

Perfect for:

Read aloud fun with young children

Exploring the detailed illustrations

Bedtime story reading

Gifting

Ideal for readers interested in early childhood fiction.