Hachette UK
Art direction of illustrations and book design. Wren&Rook, Hachette Children UK
Written by Children author Ruth Fitzgerald and Dr Angharad Rudkin, a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of working with children and parents who are going through a tough time, looking at a range of issues such as screen time, body image and resilience, this is a story about identity, values and friendship. It aims to help young girls navigating difficult moments of growth, loneliness and find not just their own identity, but the people they want to be surrounded by. This is an important book for both children and grown ups. Lovely illustrated by Sarah Jennings.
Synopsis:
Friendships are SO difficult to get right - and when rumours swirl or dramas unfold, your confidence vanishes and the worries start to take over. In this essential guide to navigating friendships you'll meet Poppy, who's juggling all sorts of dilemmas at school. But whether it's coping with feeling left out, handling bullies or embracing her true weird and wonderful self, friendship expert Dr Angharad Rudkin and author Ruth Fitzgerald are there to help with positive, practical advice. As you follow Poppy's trials and tribulations, you'll discover the secrets to finding your own ultimate girl squad - one which loves you for YOU.
