Publisher Description

There are times when only a polar bear will do . . .Our flat isn't big, but at least it's high up. I can stand on the balcony and look up at the stars. I reckon Dad's out there somewhere looking up too. And I bet he's thinking about me. I do love Mum and Leo but it's hard work looking after both of them and sometimes I wish things were a bit easier.What's NOT easy is a ridiculous, annoying, in-your-face, POLAR BEAR movingin! I mean, what use is HE going to be? I've tried to get rid of him, but he seems very determined to stay . . . Meet Ruby, and her new (kind of) friend, Mister P . . . the world's most helpful(ish) polarbear!Packed with gorgeous illustrations throughout, this is a story full of humour and heart which will appeal to readers everywhere.

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When Mister P crash lands - literally! - into Ruby's life, she isn't best pleased as she already has too much to deal with. But just how do you persuade a polar bear to leave? With illustrations by Daniel Rieley. Ages: 7-9yrs.

Author Biography

Maria Farrer lives in the Somerset countryside with her husband and Chiecco the dog. Before this she lived on a small farm in New Zealand with a flock of sheep, a herd of cows, two badly-behaved pigs, and a budgie that sat on her head while she wrote. Maria trained as a speech therapist and teacher and worked in hospitals and schools. She later completed an MA in Writing for Young People She likes to ride her bike to the top of steep hills so she can hurtle backdown again. She also loves mountains, snow, and adventure and dreams of going to the Arctic to see polar bears in the wild. Ruby's Star is Maria's second book about Mister P, the world's most helpfulpolar bear. Daniel Rieley is a British freelance illustrator based in Lisbon. After studying at The Arts Institute Bournemouth, undertaking an epic backpacking adenture in Australia, and working for three years in London, he decided to take off to sunny Portugal. For the past few years Danniel has been working on several illustration proje

Review

`Praise for Me and Mister P:This had me charmed: a hugely appealing story about a polar bear who unexpectedly comes to stay. A fresh and funny story of family and friendship with black and white illustrations throughout.'The Bookseller`The subtle inclusion of this huge bear by the whole family . . . which in itself is very funny . . . is also why the story works. I was hooked. Highly recommended.'School Librarian`I just wanted to keep reading this hilarious book.'Minnie Barber, NG Kids

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There are times when only a polar bear will do . . .

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There are times when only a polar bear will do . . .Our flat isn't big, but at least it's high up. I can stand on the balcony and look up at the stars. I reckon Dad's out there somewhere looking up too. And I bet he's thinking about me. I do love Mum and Leo but it's hard work looking after both of them and sometimes I wish things were a bit easier.What's NOT easy is a ridiculous, annoying, in-your-face, POLAR BEAR moving in! I mean, what use is HE going to be? I've tried to get rid of him, but he seems very determined to stay . . . Meet Ruby, and her new (kind of) friend, Mister P . . . the world's most helpful(ish) polar bear!Packed with gorgeous illustrations throughout, this is a story full of humour and heart which will appeal to readers everywhere.

Review Text

'Praise for Me and Mister P: This had me charmed: a hugely appealing story about a polar bear who unexpectedly comes to stay. A fresh and funny story of family and friendship with black and white illustrations throughout.'The Bookseller'The subtle inclusion of this huge bear by the whole family . . . which in itself is very funny . . . is also why the story works. I was hooked. Highly recommended.'School Librarian'I just wanted to keep reading this hilarious book.'Minnie Barber, NG Kids

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Praise for Me and Mister P: This had me charmed: a hugely appealing story about a polar bear who unexpectedly comes to stay. A fresh and funny story of family and friendship with black and white illustraitons throughout.

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A story packed with heart and humour, with a warm and fun relationship between Ruby and Mister P.Mister P is a larger-than-life character that readers will fall in love with.Appealing package with gorgeous illustrations throughout.Satisfying read for developing readers but also great for parents to read aloud.This is the second time Mister P has turned up to help a new 'me' with more adventures to come.

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