Sarah Tagholm

Sarah Tagholm

  • 5 stars across 9 books
Sarah Tagholm (Author)  Sarah Tagholm is a children's author who loves writing about confused animals, mischievous children and all things bizarro. She is passionate about encouraging a love of reading, libraries and availability of books for all children Sarah lives with her husband and son in Cornwall, where they spend so much time in the sea it's a wonder they haven't grown gills!Paddy Donnelly (Illustrator)  Paddy Donnelly is an Irish illustrator with a background in graphic design and app development who is thrilled to be making a living drawing dinosaurs – his 5 year old self is very happy about this. Paddy's books have won the Sainsbury's Children's Book Award, the White Ravens Book Award, the Judge’s Special Award at the Children’s Books Ireland Book Awards and the KPMG Children's Books Ireland Award, and his work has also been longlisted for a YOTO Carnegie Medal for Illustration. Paddy lives in Belgium with his family.
15th January 2026

A Crinkled Screaming Thing

A heartwarming and humorous tale told from the perspective of a newborn baby, celebrating the unbreakable bond between s... MoreA Crinkled Screaming Thing

(8 reviews) Review
1st June 2023

Sam Francisco, King of the Disco

The beats were loud, the lights were bright. The cats drank milk and danced all night. Superstar DJ Sam Franci... MoreSam Francisco, King of the Disco

(3 reviews) Review
13th March 2025

Brenda’s Revenge

Because she’s a cat, Brenda needs help with things like getting dressed, table manners and trampolining! Brend... MoreBrenda’s Revenge

(3 reviews) Review
28th March 2024

We Are the Wibbly!

*A 2026 ALA Notable Children's Book***'Hilarious' - Observer****'A hopping good book' - Kirkus Reviews****'I have fallen... MoreWe Are the Wibbly!

(2 reviews) Review
6th July 2023

Wolves in Helicopters

Nominated for the Carnegie Medal for IllustrationCan Hop find a way to escape the wolves in her nightmares, even if they... MoreWolves in Helicopters

(1 review) Review
1st September 2022

Wolves in Helicopters

Nominated for the Carnegie Medal for Illustration Can Hop find a way to escape the wolves in her nightmares, even if th... MoreWolves in Helicopters

(0 reviews) Review
7th November 2024

When Will My Woodlouse Wake Up?

A funny, charming and uplifting picture book about loss, the circle of life, and what happens when a beloved pet bug die... MoreWhen Will My Woodlouse Wake Up?

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4th June 2026

Daddy Doesn't Believe in Dragons

Learn to live in the moment in this magical fantasy adventure that teaches us to leave behind the mundane and delight in... MoreDaddy Doesn't Believe in Dragons

(0 reviews) Review
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