Mara Alperin

Mara Alperin

  • 5 stars across 11 books
When not writing, Mara enjoys reading, hiking, baking cupcakes and playing Ultimate Frisbee. She is based in Richmond, London. My First Fairy Tales are her first books for Little Tiger Press. Kate Pankhurst has an MA in Children's Book Illustration from the University of Central Lancashire and was the highest placed undergraduate in the Macmillan Prize for Picture Book Illustration. She has written her own series, Mariella Mystery Investigates. She now lives in Leeds with her partner and two house rabbits!
2nd March 2015

The Three Little Pigs

Three little pigs set off to build new homes for themselves. But someone big and bad soon comes looking for a tasty pigg... MoreThe Three Little Pigs

(23 reviews) Review
3rd February 2014

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

When Goldilocks sneaks into the three bears' cottage, no one seems to be home. But the bears soon return from their walk... MoreGoldilocks and the Three Bears

(23 reviews) Review
1st April 2011

Gingerbread Man

This delightful picture book is based on the beloved classic tale and retold for younger children. Run, run as fast as y... MoreGingerbread Man

(19 reviews) Review
16th March 2011

The Ugly Duckling

(15 reviews) Review
1st January 2013

Little Red Riding Hood

A beloved fairy tale, retold for young children in classic picture book format. Arriving at Granny's cottage, Little Red... MoreLittle Red Riding Hood

(15 reviews) Review
1st September 2015

Jack And the Beanstalk

The classic English fairytale, specially rewritten for young children and brought to life with stunning illustrations. J... MoreJack And the Beanstalk

(13 reviews) Review
1st July 2016

The Elves and the Shoemaker

The classic tale of the mischievous elves who make beautiful shoes when nobody is looking, especially re-written for chi... MoreThe Elves and the Shoemaker

(10 reviews) Review
1st March 2012

Chicken Licken: Ladybird First Favourite Tales

Based on the traditional fairy tale Chicken Licken, this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in ev... MoreChicken Licken: Ladybird First Favourite Tales

(9 reviews) Review
3rd February 2014

The Three Billy Goats Gruff

When three billy goat brothers reach the bridge to the meadow, a slobbering troll blocks their path. The brothers are n... MoreThe Three Billy Goats Gruff

(9 reviews) Review
1st March 2014

Rumpelstiltskin

(4 reviews) Review
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