A Dot in the Snow

Hardback: Waterstones | Amazon
Paperback: Waterstones | Amazon

This is the story of a curious polar bear, a little girl lost in the snow, and the precious friendship they discover together. It is a moving and poignant tale set in a changing and challenging polar landscape, perfect for the Christmas season. It wraps up important themes about empathy, kindness, and courage. The story is both simply told and affecting. The gorgeous snowscapes, full of real atmosphere, are created with printmaking techniques by debut illustrator Fiona Woodcock.

“Breathtakingly lovely; I adored this book!” - Cerrie Burnell

“A soft, snowy and beautiful picture book about friendship and family, this is also a book with a gentle environmental theme, reminding us of the changing environment for polar bears.” - Booktrust

“A simple story, but full of energy and vigour, and with moments of drama and poignancy. Fiona Woodcock’s illustrations create swirling snowstorms and moments of tenderness between parent and child with equal skill.” -
Love Reading 4 Kids

A Dot in the Snow has so far sold in six countries – UK with OUP, USA with Sterling, Netherlands and Belgium with Clavis, China with Beijing Beans and Japan.