Anna Hibiscus

A collection of four linked stories of family life set in modern west Africa.

Anna Hibiscus lives in amazing Africa with her mother, her father, her baby twin brothers, and lots and lots of her family. Join her as she splashes in the sea, prepares for a party, sells oranges, and hopes to see sweet, sweet snow!

Short-listed for Branford Boase Award 2008 (UK) Short-listed for UKLA Book Award 2008 (UK)

This is a wonderful collection of colourful, warm and lively stories to be read over and over. Primary Times
A series of lively, captivating tales. The Scotsman
In her first novel, storyteller Atinuke guides us through Anna's throughly modern multicultural life and family and Lauren Tobia's evocative illustrations spill around the text. Juno
An interesting read in which we learn to appreciate the joys of African life. Cork Evening Echo
Memorable and enchanting. School Library Journal
A life-affirming way to encourage your child to celebrate simple joys Junior
a story of sizzling happiness that starts small and grows irrepressibly…her township is beautifully drawn…a book to put – and keep – a smile on your face The Observer
There are so many reasons to love the Anna Hibiscus books as wonderful stories with beautiful illustrations; but the inclusion of a mixed-race family and unfamiliar cultural setting make these important books to share with every child Child-Led Chaos
Featured in The Independent IE’s piece ‘Teaching children about race and equality in words and rhyme’. Independent IE
Perfect for reading aloud or independent reading, this charming collection of short stories set in the region of West Africa, with expressive line drawings, celebrates multigenerational family life and childhood joy. Inclusive Books for Children

Atinuke is a traditional oral storyteller, and the author of over 30 books for children. Most of Atinuke’s books are set on the amazing African continent where she spent her childhood in the country of Nigeria. Atinuke is the author of the best selling fiction series Anna Hibiscus, as well theThe No.1 Car Spotter and Too Small Tola series. Atinuke also writes picture books - including the bestselling Baby Goes to Market illustrated by Angela Brooksbank. Her non-fiction book Africa, Amazing Africa is illustrated by Mouni Fedeg, and Brilliant Black British History is illustrated by Kingsley Nebechi. Atinuke currently lives in wonderful Wales, where one of her latest books is set - Beti and the Little Round House illustrated by Emily Hughes. Find her online at atinuke.co.uk.

Lauren Tobia is the illustrator of several books for children including Are You Sure, Mother Bear?, written by Amy Hest, the Let's Go series, written by Caryl Hart, and the multi-award-winning Anna Hibiscus picture books, written by Atinuke. Her authorial debut was the wordless picture book, Oscar's Tower of Flowers. Lauren lives in Bristol with her husband and their two Jack Russell terriers, Poppy and Tilly. Find her online at laurentobia.com and on Instagram as @laurentobia.

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