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Alex Paterson

5 stars across 89 books

The Sky Pony Press editors work at the children's book imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, Inc., in New York City.

Alex Paterson is a British illustrator living in Shakespeare's town of Stratford-Upon-Avon. (Shakespeare loved a good fart joke). Alex has illustrated over seventy books including Treasure Island, Oliver Twist and The Faraway Tree. In previous lives he was an army officer and a Jungle leader.

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The Land of Enchantments: A Faraway Tree Adventure

27th July 2017

The Land of Enchantments: A Faraway Tree Adventure

A classic tale from Enid Blyton's magical Faraway Tree series with exciting new full-colour illustrations from Alex Pa... MoreThe Land of Enchantments: A Faraway Tree Adventure

(15 reviews) Review

The Wizard of Oz

6th September 2018

The Wizard of Oz

This is THE WIZARD OF OZ - but not as you know it. ... MoreThe Wizard of Oz

(11 reviews) Review

Joe and the Magic Snowman: A Faraway Tree Adventure

1st November 2017

Joe and the Magic Snowman: A Faraway Tree Adventure

The tenth classic tale and Christmas special from Enid Blyton's magical Faraway Tree series, with exciting new full-co... MoreJoe and the Magic Snowman: A Faraway Tree Adventure

(11 reviews) Review

This Book Will (Help) Make You Happy: 50 Ways to Find Some Calm, Build Your Confidence and Make Yourself Smile

7th January 2021

This Book Will (Help) Make You Happy: 50 Ways to Find Some Calm, Build Your Confidence and Make Yourself Smile

Discover how you can cut the stress, catch up on sleep and breathe a little easier with 50 practical tips to really make... MoreThis Book Will (Help) Make You Happy: 50 Ways to Find Some Calm, Build Your Confidence and Make Yourself Smile

(9 reviews) Review

The Land of Silly School: A Faraway Tree Adventure

27th July 2017

The Land of Silly School: A Faraway Tree Adventure

A classic tale from Enid Blyton's magical Faraway Tree series with exciting new full-colour illustrations from Alex Pa... MoreThe Land of Silly School: A Faraway Tree Adventure

(5 reviews) Review

The Jungle Book: 130th Anniversary Edition

5th March 2009

The Jungle Book: 130th Anniversary Edition

Rediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this 130th a... MoreThe Jungle Book: 130th Anniversary Edition

(4 reviews) Review

This Book Will (Help) Cool the Climate: 50 Ways to Cut Pollution, Speak Up and Protect Our Planet!

23rd January 2020

This Book Will (Help) Cool the Climate: 50 Ways to Cut Pollution, Speak Up and Protect Our Planet!

Discover how YOU can cut greenhouse gases and tread more lightly on the planet. Become an eco-warrior, not an eco-worri... MoreThis Book Will (Help) Cool the Climate: 50 Ways to Cut Pollution, Speak Up and Protect Our Planet!

(2 reviews) Review

Playful Penguins

1st April 2008

Playful Penguins

(2 reviews) Review

The Land of Birthdays: A Faraway Tree Adventure

1st January 2016

The Land of Birthdays: A Faraway Tree Adventure

A classic tale from Enid Blyton's magical Faraway Tree series with exciting new full-colour illustrations from Alex Pa... MoreThe Land of Birthdays: A Faraway Tree Adventure

(2 reviews) Review

Global Heroes: Arctic Adventure

10th November 2022

Global Heroes: Arctic Adventure

Join our team of Global Heroes in this fast-paced, science-themed chapter book set in the abominably cold arctic!Great ... MoreGlobal Heroes: Arctic Adventure

(2 reviews) Review

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Dinosaur Heroes: Creatures of the Deep

12th December 2024

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This Book Will (Help) Make You Happy: 50 Ways to Find Some Calm, Build Your Confidence and Make Yourself Smile

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15th January 2026

Recent Reviews

The Wizard of Oz

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A brilliant book filled with tips and tricks on how to ditch plastic, reduce rubbish and save the earth!

This book is written in a clear and simpl...
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This is a really nice version of the traditional story of the Wizard of Oz. It's told simply while it still sticks to the traditions of the story. It ...