Books by the author MARK RUSK

Eve and Scribbles - Outfoxed!

Eve and Scribbles - Outfoxed!

Mark Rusk

Mark Rusk's rhythmic verse sets the scene for illustrator Leysan Shayakbirova's bright, lively artwork.“One, two, three, four…” Eve began, as Scribbles ran, she counted on,“…five, six, seven, eight, nine and ten.  I’m done!” – But Scribbles was long gone!The game is hide ‘n’ seek, but as Eve is about to find out, Scribbles is very, VERY, good at hiding! Join Eve on her exploration to the most unusual and unexpected places, as she enlists help from her playground pals to track down the slippery fox!A charming insight into the imagination of children at play as they visit outlandish settings and meet extraordinary characters.A full throttle turtle, an old sea dog (literally!), a bob-sleighing donkey, to name but a few - all display their remarkable talents across the pages of this enchanting book. Children will immediately engage with Leysan Shayakbirova’s adorable, vibrant designs and combined with Mark Rusk's singsong text, they create unforgettable images of an array of remarkable scenes!Each exuberant spread leads magically into the next, weaving dream-like between real and imaginary locations and experiences. Young children and adults alike will delight in the colourful,  chaotic flights of imagination, and lyrical meter of the text.The bold illustration and outrageous meandering of the tale ensure this will be a bedtime reading favourite to be enjoyed over, and over – and over – again!This book is perfect as a gift for all budding tobogganists, trapeze artists and sea captains! Or even just for those who enjoy reading great stories to their little hide ‘n seekers!

Characters: Eve

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Eve and Scribbles - The Great Rainbow Chase

Eve and Scribbles - The Great Rainbow Chase

Mark Rusk

Rain... ✓ Check!  Sunshine... ✓ Check!  Rainbow... ✓ Check!  LET'S GO!!!Sure, we'll see and learn lots of colours as we journey, but that's not what this tale is about!  More importantly, we'll find out what it takes to get to our goal, and above all else, make sure we enjoy the adventure while it's happening!   "So let's do it, before the sky gets any duller!     Nothing to it, I assure you, just follow the colour!"Eve and Scribbles love adventuring - drizzly sky or not!  See what happens once the sun peers through the rain drops, as they jaunt through the vibrant hues of the rainbow on a multi-coloured escapade!A spooked ginger cat, a soothing blue whale and a noisy yellow duck are among the colourful sights Eve and Scribbles stumble across as they parade across the pages of this delightful book. Children will immediately respond to Leysan Shayakbirova’s flat, boldly coloured illustration. Combined with Mark Rusk’s singsong text, they create fantastical images of a swashbuckling adventure through the colours of the rainbow!The Great Rainbow Chase is an unforgettable story of imagination and adventure. From audacious and funny to creative and clever, the rhythmic rhyme expresses all the brilliance and originality of children at play. With beautiful and humorous illustrations, and a myriad of striking and colourful scenes, this is a book grown-ups will love reading over and over (and over!) to kids at story time and bed time! A great gift for any occasion and especially for all intrepid little girls and fans of rhyming picture books. The Great Rainbow chase has an educational and touching message that applies to everyone, young and old!

Characters: Eve

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Sam and Soraya

Built by Sam & Soraya

In 2022 we welcomed our little twins into the world. Since then we have been building up our home library full of baby books to try and give our boys the best start.

While books with characters called Sam are found in bookstores and charity shops throughout the land, we struggled to find any books with Soraya, Jasper, or Xander.

This gave Soraya the idea to compile a list of books for new parents and then Sam decided to turn it in to a website.