Author(s): Stella Blackstone

Board Books

A lonely, inquisitive cat explores the world around her while looking for a friend. Rhyming text and bold illustrations will engage young readers as Cleo finds both a friend and a home. AGES: 1 to 4 AUTHOR: Award-winning author Stella Blackstone has written many of Barefoot's best-selling titles, including the Bear series and the Cleo the Cat series. She has been writing for children for over 25 years. Stella lives in Somerset, England. Caroline Mockford gained a degree in Fine Art from Norwich School of Art, England, before completing a teacher training course at Goldsmith's College, London. She went on to work as a school teacher, as well as an author and illustrator of children's books. SELLING POINTS: . Simple vocabulary and rhyming text promote early literacy skills. . Gently explores the experience of loneliness with young readers, with a happy ending. . The books in the Cleo series, featuring bright, engaging illustrations by artist Caroline Mockford, are perfect for reading as a set but can also stand alone. . Includes link to online audio animation by acclaimed storyteller Xanthe Gresham Knight.