A Little Bit of Hush

A story celebrating mindfulness and quiet moments in a noisy world

The Starlings squabble The Crows make a horrible din The Woodpeckers go Knock! Knock! Knock! – and the little squirrels just can't get to sleep. In despair, Mother Squirrel goes to her wise friend Owl. He knows what she needs, and has the answer. As they go through the wood he shows her how to find moments of quiet even in the most unlikely locations – moments that can be stored and saved up, so that when it's really needed, everyone can have "a little bit of hush".

About the Author

Paul Stewart is an internationally bestselling author of children's books. With Chris Riddell he is co-creator of the Edge Chronicles, published in over 30 languages. For Otter-Barry Books he has written Wings! (2016) and Brian the Brave (2019), books that celebrate “courage, self-belief, acceptance, co-operation, difference and friendship” (Red Reading Hub).

About the Illustrator

Jane Porter is a winner of the London Book Fair Illustration Prize. She loves art sessions with children and works with The National Literacy Trust, English Heritage and other organisations. She uses pen and ink, cut paper and collage to make images that reflect her love of animals and the countryside, and her sense of humour. Jane enjoys school and library workshops with children and is a brilliant deviser of creative activities. She lives in London.