A Bit Lost

A captivating debut from one of Booktrust’s Best New Illustrators … is exceptional for its endearing and expressive characterisation, distinctive stylised figures, and unusual palette of ochre, orange, purple, turquoise and indigo, like 1970s’ curtains. It makes you smile. – Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *It’s endearing, and has beautiful pictures and easy-to-follow themes. * Little Buttons *Has a distinctive look and a charm all its own. Small children can enjoying being one step ahead of squirrel’s clues and spotting small creatures in silhouette against the flat, saturated colour and stylised trees. – Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *This stunning picture book from rising Irish star Chris Haughton is one of the top picks of the year. * Sunday Business Post *A distinctive and elegant book, best for reading aloud snuggled up in bed. * Daily Mail *

Chris Haughton is an Irish designer and illustrator. His debut picture book, A Bit Lost, is published into 21 different languages worldwide and has won 13 awards in nine countries, including the Dutch Picture Book of the Year and CBI Book of the Year. His second title, Oh No, George! won the Junior Design Award and was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Award. His third picture book, Shh! We Have a Plan, won the Specsavers Irish Children’s Book of the Year Junior Award 2014 as well as the Ezra Jack Keats New Illustrator Award in the US. He lives in East London.