Thomas Docherty

  • 5 stars across 41 books
Thomas Docherty found reading and writing really difficult as a child, so he ended up keeping a sketchbook diary, especially if he travelled somewhere new. That was the inspiration for his first picture books To the Beach and Little Boat.
4th August 2016

The Knight Who Wouldn't Fight

Leo the mouse isn't like the other knights. While they like fighting, he'd rather read a book. Leo's parents are k... MoreThe Knight Who Wouldn't Fight

(23 reviews) Review
7th April 2016

Follow the Swallow

A tale of friendship and exploration, perfect for children learning to read. By Julia Donaldson, author of ... MoreFollow the Swallow

(11 reviews) Review
3rd October 2013

The Snatchabook

A magical tale about the importance of bedtime stories. In every house, in every bed, A bedtime book was being rea... MoreThe Snatchabook

(5 reviews) Review
26th February 2015

Polly and the Puffin: Book 1

Meet Polly and her puffin Neil in the debut children's book from Sunday Times bestselling novelist, Jenny Colgan. Illust... MorePolly and the Puffin: Book 1

(4 reviews) Review
3rd June 2021

The Screen Thief

  Look out! There's a Snaffle about, and she'll eat your screen as a snack! When the Snaffle arrive... MoreThe Screen Thief

(4 reviews) Review
10th October 2024

Superwolf HB

  Can a wolf really be a superhero? Luna is a little wolf with a big ambition: she's determined to be... MoreSuperwolf HB

(4 reviews) Review
11th February 2016

Polly and the Puffin: The Stormy Day: Book 2

Polly and Neil are back in the second gorgeous children's book from Sunday Times bestselling novelist Jenny Colgan... MorePolly and the Puffin: The Stormy Day: Book 2

(3 reviews) Review
9th July 2020

Bombs and Blackberries: A World War Two Play

Perfect for schools - both for class reading as well as performance. A short black and white illustrated play set in Wor... MoreBombs and Blackberries: A World War Two Play

(3 reviews) Review
9th March 2023

The Hare-Shaped Hole: The multi-award-winning picture book

WINNER of the Junior Juries Award and Judges Special Award – KPMG Children's Books Ireland Awards 2024WINNER of the UKLA... MoreThe Hare-Shaped Hole: The multi-award-winning picture book

(3 reviews) Review
2nd April 2012

The Snorgh and the Sailor

Snorghs don't have visitors. Snorghs don't share soup. And Snorghs most definitely DO NOT like adventures. But the... MoreThe Snorgh and the Sailor

(2 reviews) Review
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  • The Knight Who Wouldn't Fight

    The Knight Who Wouldn't Fight

    The Knight who Wouldn’t Fight is magical, inspiring and full of adventure. 

    In this story we meet Leo the mouse and we absolutely loved that he’s d...

  • The Screen Thief

    The Screen Thief

    It’s a gorgeous picture book about the ‘Snaffle’ - an adorable little character who goes around snacking on screens! 

    A great book to encourage les...

  • Superwolf PB

    Superwolf PB

    Luna dreams of becoming a superhero, the only problem is everybody is scared of her because she’s a wolf! 

    It’s such a lovely story, full of fun rh...