Author Profile
Lu Fraser
12 Books
Lu Fraser is an acclaimed British children's book author known for creating heartwarming and humorous picture books. Her engaging, often rhyming stories frequently explore themes of self-acceptance, resilience, and celebrating differences, as seen in her award-winning debut 'The Littlest Yak' and titles like 'The Busiest Beaver'.
Today is the best day ever for Pamela the squirrel! She is finally old enough to head over to The Big Tree and play with everyone else. Pamela has been practicing her best bounces and her highest pounces, and she is completely ready to join in the fun. But when she finally climbs up the branches, the other squirrels stop her in her tracks. They tell Pamela that the tree is totally full and there is absolutely no room for her to play. Pamela feels left out, but she is determined to prove that playtime is always better when everyone gets to join in. This sweet, rhyming woodland story will help you explore what it means to be a kind friend. You will see firsthand how making a little extra space for someone new can turn a tough day into a wonderful adventure for everybody.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
It is finally Harrys birthday, and he knows exactly what he wants more than anything else in the whole world. He wants a bear of his very own. When Harry steps through the doors of a truly magical shop, he is amazed to find hundreds of different teddy bears waiting inside. There are round bears and thin bears, fuzzy woolly bears and messy shaggy bears. He even spots polka-dot bears and bears with silly stripes on their bottoms! With so many fun choices filling the shelves, picking just one feels impossible. But Harry is not just looking for any toy. He is searching for a very special friend that he can love for a whole lifetime. Step into this cozy, magical store and help Harry search high and low. Will he be able to find his one true Forever Bear before the shop closes?
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Meet Gertie. She is the absolute smallest yak in her entire snowy mountain pack. While all the other yaks have huge, grippy hooves and massive, swishy tails, Gertie is just tiny. And she is tired of it.
You know exactly how frustrating it feels when everyone around you seems bigger and faster. Gertie wants to grow up right now so she can do all the important yak things. She comes up with a completely silly plan to make herself look huge and strong, but things do not go exactly the way she hopes.
When a surprising emergency happens at the very edge of the snowy cliff, the pack suddenly needs a hero. Will Gertie discover that sometimes being the smallest is actually the biggest superpower of all? Grab your coziest blanket and get ready to laugh as you join Gertie on her chilly adventure to find out what makes her truly special.
6-8 Years
High up on a lonely mountain peak, the Little Witchling spends her days entirely by herself. More than anything else in the world, she just wishes she had a friend to play with. When she checks her dusty, magical spell book, she discovers the perfect potion to conjure a brand new friend. There is only one problem. The most important secret ingredient is a piece of fur from a little girls favorite teddy bear. The Witchling tracks down a girl named Lily, but Lily loves her bear dearly and cannot bear to part with him. The Little Witchling must decide if she should take the fur anyway, or if there is another way to make her wish come true. Join this sweet, magical adventure that proves true friendship is not something you can brew in a cauldron. It is something you build by being kind to others.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Gertie the littlest yak has very exciting news. She is going to be a big sister! Gertie wants the new baby yak to feel right at home the moment they arrive on the mountain. She spends her time painting a beautiful welcome sign, knitting a tiny bib, and deciding which of her favorite toys she is going to share. But as the big day gets closer, Gertie starts to feel a little bit nervous. She is happy to share her toys, but she is not so sure she wants to share her mummy. She begins to wonder if there will still be enough room in her mummys heart for her once the new baby is here. This warm and comforting story is perfect for helping you understand the big feelings that come with a growing family. Discover how Gertie learns that love only grows bigger when new friends arrive!
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Get ready to meet a Viking who does not quite fit in with the rest of his loud, adventurous village. While the other Vikings spend their days climbing steep hills and swimming in freezing lakes, Nut has a completely different passion. He loves to bake cakes! When the annual Viking Sports Day finally arrives, Nut is worried. He is not good at lifting heavy things or running fast, and it looks like the day will be a total disaster for him. But maybe his special skills with a mixing bowl and a whisk are exactly what everyone really needs. Told in funny, bouncing rhyme, this cheerful story shows you that true bravery means being yourself. Discover how following your own unique dreams can help you shine brighter than anyone else.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Nora is not like the other beavers in the lodge. While they are busy doing regular beaver chores, she is thinking up brand new ideas, asking big questions, and building wild inventions. She knows she is different, and her grandad tells her that being different is a wonderful thing. When a massive rainstorm hits the forest and the river begins to rise, the lodge is in serious danger. Nora has the perfect invention to save her home and all her friends, but she has to convince the other beavers to trust her unusual plans before the water gets too high. Join Nora in this exciting adventure that proves how one unique thinker can make a massive difference. It is a heartwarming reminder that your biggest ideas are exactly what the world needs.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Doug is a camel who is completely alone in the desert, and sometimes he wonders if being by himself is quite enough. After all, playing hide-and-seek when you are the only one playing can get a little bit boring. Suddenly, things start to change! First one camel arrives, then two, then three, and before Doug knows it, a massive herd of new friends is ready to play. The desert is filled with games, galloping, and endless excitement. But as the wild day goes on, Doug starts feeling completely worn out. He soon realizes that all this fun might be just a bit too much for one camel to handle. This bouncy, rhyming counting adventure will keep you giggling while showing you that making new friends is wonderful, but it is also perfectly fine to enjoy a little quiet time all by yourself.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
The ice is melting, and it is time for Gertie the yak and her family to move to a brand new mountain. Gertie is determined to bring absolutely everything she owns on the long journey. She squashes, squeezes, and stacks all her favorite belongings onto her sledge until there is no room left. Her mum tells her that home is about more than just the things you pack, but Gertie does not quite believe her yet. Suddenly, Gertie realizes a terrible mistake. She has packed all her toys, but she has left behind her little sister, Dotty! Join Gertie on a funny and touching rescue mission that will change how she looks at her family. This cozy adventure will show you that a true home is wherever your loved ones are right beside you.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Basil is a little bat with a very big problem. No matter how hard he tries, he simply does not believe he can fly. The sky seems too high, the ground feels too far away, and he is terrified of losing his balance and dropping out of the air. But one night, a massive thunderstorm rolls through the forest. The harsh winds and crashing thunder put his best friend, Moth, in terrible danger. If Basil wants to rescue his tiny friend, he will have to face his biggest fear, trust his own wings, and take a leap into the dark night sky. Told in bouncy, fun rhymes, this beautiful story is all about finding the bravery hidden deep inside yourself. You will discover that sometimes it takes helping a friend to realize just how strong you truly are.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Meet Mavis, a bonnet-wearing chicken who would much rather stay inside knitting than go on an adventure. Unlike her bold best friend, Marge, Mavis is terrified of almost everything in the barnyard. She is scared of the daytime, she is nervous about the nighttime, and she really does not like anything hairy. But one quiet evening in the cozy barn, a mysterious thief sneaks in and tries to steal their gentle friend, Sandra the sheep. Suddenly, Mavis realizes that to save her friend, she has to do something completely terrifying. Armed with a tractor, a lasso, and a whole lot of courage, this nervous chicken goes on a high-stakes rescue mission. Get ready to laugh out loud at this action-packed farmyard chase. You will learn that even the most frightened friends can be incredibly brave when it really matters.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Step onto the twisting path and over the hill, where an old oak tree waits to share its shade. Ava and her grandad love to spend their days here, making wonderful memories under the leafy canopy. From sticky summer picnics to kicking through crisp autumn leaves, every moment together is a treasure. But as the bright seasons begin to shift, everything around Ava starts to change. The old oak tree looks different, and her grandad is not as strong as he used to be. This gentle, heartfelt story helps you explore the big feelings that come when things change and loved ones grow older. It is a warm reminder that the people we love stay in our hearts forever, and every ending can bring a beautiful new beginning.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
