Rory's Room of Rectangles

Rory loves his dad, but he also really likes his step-dad, Tony. He has weekends with Dad in the park and makes imaginary dens with Tony, so when Father's Day comes, who should he make his card for at school? Spotting his frustration, Tony spends his 'rainy-day pennies' to take Rory somewhere new - an ART GALLERY, full of wonders. As they pause to reflect in a huge room of rectangles, Rory sees his conflicting feelings glistening back at him in many powerful colours. Afterwards, a 'chance' encounter with Dad, under a red sky, helps Rory realise that he doesn't have to feel torn at all. AGES: 3 to 5 AUTHOR: Ian is 35 years old and was born in Essex. Having spent 13 years as primary school teacher, which has included being an English Coordinator, Phase Leader and member of Senior Management, he is now a resource writer for The Literacy Shed and Authorfy as well as Director of The Reading Realm and creator of The Reading Realm app! His debut with Owlet Press, Nen and The Lonely Fisherman, was shortlisted for The British Book Awards, as well as the Polari Children's and YA Prize.

"An honest and compassionate story." - The Rocketship Bookshop; "Another winner...should be in every Primary School in my opinion." - Bev Humphrey, Literacy & Digital Media Consultant; “A warm and gentle story that celebrates blended families. The art Rory sees in the gallery is an effective representation of his conflicting feelings as he settles into a new way of life, but the overriding feeling at the end of the book is love." - Clare Helen Welsh; "Essential reading for children, whether they are living in a blended family or not." - The Kids Books Curator; “Family dynamics are constantly changing and these need to be reflected in the stories we read. It is worth adding this book to libraries, schools and homes!" - My Shelves Are Full Blog; “An essential read about a child who has both a dad and a step dad. It is a gentle exploration of blended families and the attached emotions. A truly beautiful read!” - @father_reader_teacher on Instagram

Ian is 35 years old and was born in Essex. Having 13 years as primary school teacher, which has included being an English Coordinator, Phase Leader and member of Senior Management he is now a resource writer for The Literacy Shed and Authorfy as well as Director of The Reading Realm and creator of The Reading Realm app! His debut with Owlet Press, Nen and The Lonely Fisherman, was shortlisted for The British Book Awards, as well as the Polari Children's and YA Prize.

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