Author & Reteller Profile
Cat Weatherill
2 Books
Cat Weatherill is a British storyteller and children's author who writes fantasy and folktale-inspired stories. Her books include Barkbelly, Snowbone, and Wild Magic, which are filled with adventure, mystery, and wonder. She crafts lively, read-aloud narratives that draw heavily on her background in live performance storytelling. Her work often features magical creatures, perilous journeys, and protagonists discovering their own inner strength. She uses rhythmic language and strong emotional arcs to captivate audiences of all ages.
Jaco is tired of ordinary St David’s Day costumes. Paint, cardboard, and dressing up the usual way are not enough this year. He wants to celebrate Wales properly, so he makes a wish before bed: he wants to be a leek.
In the morning, his wish has come true. Now Jaco has a brand-new problem. He is still determined to go to school, especially because there is an important football match, but being a leek makes everything harder. Even getting dressed is a challenge, and Cook’s famous leek soup may be a serious danger.
Fast, silly, and proudly Welsh, Jaco the Leek is an illustrated early chapter book for readers who enjoy school stories, holiday fun, and laugh-out-loud magical mishaps.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
Robbie Rabbit is not sure his daddy’s old lantern is anything special. It is windy, dark, and old-fashioned, and Robbie would rather have something shiny and new.
But as Robbie and his daddy make their way home through the woods, the lantern’s warm golden light proves just what it can do. An otter needs help, mice are getting ready to dance, baby hedgehogs need guiding, and a tiny owl has fallen from its nest.
Gentle and glowing, By Lantern Light is a comforting animal picture book about kindness, trust, and the small lights that help everyone find their way. It is especially suited to cozy shared reading, bedtime, and young readers who enjoy tender woodland stories.
6-8 Years
18 Pages
