Join brave little Nell and her beloved companion Cave Bear in this second delightful adventure from renowned illustrator Martin Brown (The Horrible Histories).
Praise for NELL AND THE CAVE BEAR:
"A charming and comforting read" The Scotsman
"Ideal for newly independent readers" Booktrust
Nell and Cave Bear are safe in the company of the animal-loving Sea Clan. But when the Woodland Clan begin causing trouble, the two friends are separated. This time the Woodland hunters are determined not to return home empty-handed. Can Nell and Cave Bear escape the greatest danger yet?
This captivating story is perfect for fans of Winnie the Pooh and Paddington Bear. Martin Brown is the cartoonist illustrator of the hugely successful Horrible Histories series.
He trained to be an art teacher in his home town of Melbourne before working as a stage-hand in the television studios of the ABC. Then, following many Australian footsteps abroad, Martin ended up in London where his lifetime dream of becoming a cartoonist was realised.
After working on magazines and greetings cards, his drawing style and sense of humour found a home in children's books. He was eventually asked to team up with Terry Deary on a new project due to be called Horrible Histories. More than twenty-five years, sixty titles and twenty million copies sold later, their books have become a phenomenon, expanding into the award-winning BBC TV programme, exhibitions, games and stage shows.
More recently, Martin has illustrated Philip Pullman's New Cut Gang reissue and John McLay's Harry & Oats early reader titles. He has also written and illustrated his own fun non-fiction series for children, Lesser Spotted Animals.
Martin lives with his family and a shaggy grey lurcher called Flint in the gorgeous Dorset countryside. Join brave little Nell and her beloved companion Cave Bear in this second delightful adventure from renowned illustrator Martin Brown (The Horrible Histories). Renowned illustrator of The Horrible Histories Martin Brown presents his first series as writer and artist. Illustrations on every double-page spread, ideal for new readers Quirky humour and a heartfelt message combine to great effect in Nell's journey Perfect for animal lovers - the touching bond between Nell and her pet, Cave Bear, is at the heart of this story With the classic charm of Paddington Bear and Winnie the Pooh in a timeless story of friendship
