Children's Nature Books for Christmas
Gaspard Best in Show is a gorgeous book, perfectly pitched. The fox footprints on the inside covers and further information on the Year of the Fox and other activities elevates this book to more than just a story. A really lovely Christmas present for any child.
THE MAMMAL SOCIETY
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Why Picture Books Matter
Gaspard the Fox is included in this selection of picture books that take you on adventures when you have nowhere to go!
FALLEN STAR STORIES
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Inclusive Picture Books - LGBTQ+ Primary Hub
We are thrilled and very proud to be included in the list of inclusive picture books recommended for schools by the LGBTQ+ Primary Hub.
LGBTQ+ PRIMARY HUB
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The Return of Gaspard: An interview with James Mayhew and Zeb Soanes
During my time running The Reading Realm, I’ve been lucky enough to interview James Mayhew and Zeb Soanes and also meet them. I’m thrilled to extend a warm welcome to them both today as they join me in #TheRealm to talk about their new book Gaspard: Best in Show and what’s in store next for everybody’s favourite fox…
THE READING REALM
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Why Britain's Urban Fox is Thriving
Zeb explains how he became captivated by the capital’s flame-furred, bushy-tailed residents.
BBC WILDLIFE MAGAZINE
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Best Books 2019: The Picture Books
‘I absolutely love both of the Gaspard the Fox books! These lively, exciting stories tell us of a city fox, his friends and the mischief he gets up to. There's friendship, surprises and a lot of insight, not just about the life of a fox in the city, but about human nature. Wondrous illustrations, well-written and heartfelt; and so much fun!’
FALLEN STAR STORIES
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'I absolutely love Gaspard the Fox'
Review of Gaspard Best in Show by Nicola Smith
SHORT BOOK AND SCRIBES
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'You really need Gaspard on your shelf!'
The first review of Gaspard Best in Show:
‘Another day in the life of an urban fox, and oh my!....it is completely delightful.’
FALLEN STAR STORIES
@MaryEstherJudy
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Tales of the Fantastic Newsreader's Fox
Catherine Pepinster meets Zeb Soanes, once voted the nation’s favourite male voice, and now a successful author.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
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Zeb's Second Brush with Gaspard Features Cleo
Famed for his deep voice on BBC Radio 4’s Shipping Forecast, broadcaster Zeb Soanes is now launching his second children’s book based on the adventures of a Canonbury fox.
ISLINGTON TRIBUNE
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James Mayhew and Zeb Soanes in Conversation
James Mayhew and Zeb Soanes exchange thoughts about their award-winning partnership on Gaspard the Fox
CAROUSEL MAGAZINE
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Zeb Soanes is Mammal Society's First Patron
The Mammal Society, the only charity dedicated to the conservation of all Britain’s mammal species, announced today that its first official patron is the broadcaster and children’s author, Zeb Soanes.
THE MAMMAL SOCIETY
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Writing Gaspard the Fox
A thoughtful interview with Zeb Soanes about the process of writing and illustrating Gaspard the Fox by Ian Eagleton.
THE READING REALM
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Oxfordshire Book Awards 2019
We’re over-the-moon to be among the titles receiving the 2019 Oxfordshire Book Awards, as voted for by nearly 4000 schoolchildren.
OXFORDSHIRE BOOK AWARDS
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Review - Short Book and Scribes
A wonderfully warm review for Gaspard the Fox from book blogger Nicola Smith
@SHORTBOOKSCRIBE
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The Fascinating Tale of Gaspard the Fox
Zeb Soanes on his brush with ‘London’s Handsomest Fox’
GASHOLDER MAGAZINE
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Gaspard the Fox shortlisted for The FutureBook Campaign of the Year 2018
Shortlisted alongside campaigns from Amazon, HarperCollins, Penguin and Bonnier and described by the judges as ‘smart and emotive’, we are delighted to hear that our Gaspard the Fox digital marketing campaign has been shortlisted for The FutureBook Campaign of the Year 2018.
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'A Real Treat': The Bath and Wiltshire Parent Magazine
‘This ia another absolute favourite from this year’s festival, successfully combining traditional storytelling with a window on the real world.’
A preview for our event at the 2018 Bath Children’s Literature Festival.
THE BATH AND WILTSHIRE PARENT MAGAZINE
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BBC Local Radio: Gaspard the Fox
Zeb talks to the BBC's Johnny L'Anson about his 'friendship' with the real fox that has inspired his children's book Gaspard the Fox.
BBC LOCAL RADIO
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How one man befriended an urban fox
A BBC newsreader has formed an unlikely friendship with a fox that inspired him to write a children's book.
BBC NEWS
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