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The Bat Who Didn't Like the Dark

by Steve Small

  

€ 16.25 

ISBN: 9781398522305

There was once a bat who didn't like the dark but kept that fear deep inside. Then one night, lost in the dark woods, the bat meets an owl who guides the bat home. Along the way, they encounter the magical sights, sounds and fellow creatures of the night as the bat comes to see that sometimes it's in the darkest night that all the stars shine extra bright...

This latest author-illustrator picture book from Steve Small is the perfect companion to his previous beloved titles The Duck Who Didn't Like Water and The Hare who Wouldn't Share. Exquisitely illustrated, warm and empathetic, this is sure to become a future classic.



A moving story of bravery and overcoming fear - with a little help from our friends.
Stunning, atmospheric illustrations from Waterstones Prize and Oscar's Book Prize shortlisted author-illustrator Steve Small
Perfect for sharing with little ones who are afraid of the dark.

Also by Steve Small:

The Duck Who Didn't Like Water

Wellington's Big Day Out

Brave Little Bear

The Hare who Wouldn't Share

Written by Smriti Halls and illustrated by Steve Small:

I'm Sticking with You

I'm Sticking with You Too

Let's Stick Together

Tiny Tiger says Why Can't I?

Tiny Tiger says I Don't Want To!

32 pages.

Not Yet Published.

Printed on or after 22/10/26. Please note dispatch may take 5-10 days after publication date.
A separate order should be placed for this item. If you order this along with other items, your entire order will be held and despatched when complete.

Date of Publication: 22/10/2026

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Forthcoming Titles

Age 6-9 Young Books