"A kitten bounces into your life and melts your heart." From nursing an expectant mother to dealing with the death of a beloved pet, Not Just Cats addresses all aspects of loving and responsible pet ownership, combining delightful poems with practical advice from a successful breeder, all beautifully complemented by charming illustrations. This is a must for anyone who loves animals - Not Just Cats

Happiness is. Wriggly worms, Fishing nets, Buckets, spades And ice-cream. Squeezy playdough, Pots of paint. Daisy chains, Dandelion clocks. Cute kittens, Playful pups. Bouncy castles, Sugar candy And Sleeping underneath The crab apple tree.

Amy is a loving pup. Ben is a much-loved dog. Calum is gentle and friendly. Drew is a wise dog. Ellie is bright and feminine. Freddie is a peaceful ruler. Gordon is a hero, a working dog. Holly is a Christmas puppy. Imogen is like her mother. Jack is a nimble little dog. What kind of puppy will our new puppy be.

Deep in the Norwegian forest live a group of mischievous, but kind and friendly elves. They spend all summer long having fun and playing, along with their trusty Norwegian Forest Cats. But then winter comes, and they must find somewhere safe and warm to live until it's time to help Santa at Christmas. These charming stories combine fairytale frolics with interesting facts, and are ideal for reading alone, or with adults.

Clear, transparent Balls of light, Floating, encircling - Foam delight Splash and play, Squeal and laugh Bubbles, bubbles, all around, Cleanse me gently With your tender touch. Anyone who has ever paused to enjoy the simple pleasures of life - the bubbles and the blossoms - will love this charming collection of poetry (entwined with recipes for old-fashioned treats), which encourages us to take a step back and consider our blessings.

The Forest Elves are on an adventure, leaving the snow and pine forests of their home for a new land filled with excitement and a host of magical characters, from the beautiful mermaids who guide them to safety, to the tiny fairies who live in a pearly castle made of polished teeth on a bank of daisies and forget-me-nots. There's so much to do - new friends to make, new lands to explore - but will the Forest Elves make it home before the weather changes to help Father Christmas? Let's hope so!

The Forest Elves have finally returned home, after a dangerous journey back from their previous adventures. But what do they discover when they reach their little pine-tree homes? Have their loyal cat-friends really disappeared? And who are the ones who turn up unexpectedly in their forest? What new experiences await them in the strange and beautiful Lapland where the sun never sets? With more amazing adventures coming their way and always things to do, these elves are - just as always - busy busy busy!

Joy on the faces Of children, As they run and play. Free from the pain Of hunger, Free to be Children again, As they wave goodbye to sorrow. In this, her fourth book of poetry, Anna Ashton explores with her distinctive personal touch the gap between the rich and the poor, between the lucky few growing up in developed nations and the sufferings of the third world, and leaves us with hope for the future.