Atinuke

Atinuke

  • 5 stars across 37 books
Atinuke is a Nigerian storyteller. She draws upon her recent ancestry from Yoruba land, England and Wales, and more ancient origins in Spain, Portugal and China, to tell stories from both the world of folktales and contemporary life. She has written many Anna Hibiscus Racing Read titles and picture books, as well as the series entitled No. 1 Car Spotter. She lives in Newport, Pembrokeshire with her husband and two sons. Find her online at atinuke-author.weebly.com.

Angela Brooksbank worked as a designer and art director in the children's book industry before undertaking an MA at the Cambridge School of Art, and turning her hand to her own illustration. About her picture book inspiration, Angela says, "I am constantly inspired by children's energy and unique response to life and hope that my work conveys some of their playful spirit." Baby Goes to Market, written by Atinuke, was her debut picture book. Find her online at angelabrooksbank.com. Angela lives in London.
31st August 2023

Brilliant Black British History

* THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS: CHILDREN'S NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR WINNER ** ENGLISH 4-11 PICTURE BOOK AWARDS: 7-11 NON... MoreBrilliant Black British History

(13 reviews) Review
1st July 2017

Baby Goes to Market

Join Baby and his mama at the bustling marketplace for a bright, bouncy read-aloud offering a gentle introduction to num... MoreBaby Goes to Market

(6 reviews) Review
5th June 2014

Splash, Anna Hibiscus!

Anna Hibiscus lives in Africa, amazing Africa - and today she is going o the beach with her family. All she wants to do ... MoreSplash, Anna Hibiscus!

(4 reviews) Review
2nd August 2012

Anna Hibiscus' Song

A beautiful, vibrant story, with rich colours and words that sing right off the page.This is the first picture book feat... MoreAnna Hibiscus' Song

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2nd July 2020

Catch That Chicken!

Fast, brave Lami has to learn to do quick thinking, not quick running, if she wants to stay best chicken catcher in the ... MoreCatch That Chicken!

(3 reviews) Review
1st October 2007

Anna Hibiscus

A collection of four linked stories of family life set in modern west Africa.Anna Hibiscus lives in amazing Africa with ... MoreAnna Hibiscus

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4th April 2019

B Is for Baby

B is for Baby. B is for Brother. B is for going to see Baba!Baby’s brother is getting ready to take a basket of bananas ... MoreB Is for Baby

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