We are excited to announce that our 2021 Schools Concert programme will feature the World Premiere of Gaspard’s Foxtrot, written by Zeb Soanes, illustrated by James Mayhew and with music by Jonathan Dove! Free to all primary schools in Scotland, the programme will include a specially produced concert film and educational resources created in partnership with Scottish Book Trust.
RSNO
Read More‘It is a treat and a privilege to read a book that focuses on more traditional approaches to storytelling.’ — School librarian, Sam Pope, gives a generous review of Gaspard the Fox in her blog.
CHILDTASTIC BOOKS
Read MoreGaspard Best in Show is a gorgeous book, perfectly pitched. The fox footprints on the inside covers and further information on the Year of the Fox and other activities elevates this book to more than just a story. A really lovely Christmas present for any child.
THE MAMMAL SOCIETY
Read MoreGaspard the Fox is included in this selection of picture books that take you on adventures when you have nowhere to go!
FALLEN STAR STORIES
Read MoreWe are thrilled and very proud to be included in the list of inclusive picture books recommended for schools by the LGBTQ+ Primary Hub.
LGBTQ+ PRIMARY HUB
Read MoreDuring my time running The Reading Realm, I’ve been lucky enough to interview James Mayhew and Zeb Soanes and also meet them. I’m thrilled to extend a warm welcome to them both today as they join me in #TheRealm to talk about their new book Gaspard: Best in Show and what’s in store next for everybody’s favourite fox…
THE READING REALM
Read MoreZeb explains how he became captivated by the capital’s flame-furred, bushy-tailed residents.
BBC WILDLIFE MAGAZINE
Read More‘I absolutely love both of the Gaspard the Fox books! These lively, exciting stories tell us of a city fox, his friends and the mischief he gets up to. There's friendship, surprises and a lot of insight, not just about the life of a fox in the city, but about human nature. Wondrous illustrations, well-written and heartfelt; and so much fun!’
FALLEN STAR STORIES
Read MoreThe first review of Gaspard Best in Show:
‘Another day in the life of an urban fox, and oh my!....it is completely delightful.’
FALLEN STAR STORIES
@MaryEstherJudy
Read MoreCatherine Pepinster meets Zeb Soanes, once voted the nation’s favourite male voice, and now a successful author.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Read MoreFamed for his deep voice on BBC Radio 4’s Shipping Forecast, broadcaster Zeb Soanes is now launching his second children’s book based on the adventures of a Canonbury fox.
ISLINGTON TRIBUNE
Read MoreJames Mayhew and Zeb Soanes exchange thoughts about their award-winning partnership on Gaspard the Fox
CAROUSEL MAGAZINE
Read MoreThe Mammal Society, the only charity dedicated to the conservation of all Britain’s mammal species, announced today that its first official patron is the broadcaster and children’s author, Zeb Soanes.
THE MAMMAL SOCIETY
Read MoreA thoughtful interview with Zeb Soanes about the process of writing and illustrating Gaspard the Fox by Ian Eagleton.
THE READING REALM
Read MoreWe’re over-the-moon to be among the titles receiving the 2019 Oxfordshire Book Awards, as voted for by nearly 4000 schoolchildren.
OXFORDSHIRE BOOK AWARDS
Read MoreA wonderfully warm review for Gaspard the Fox from book blogger Nicola Smith
@SHORTBOOKSCRIBE
Read MoreShortlisted alongside campaigns from Amazon, HarperCollins, Penguin and Bonnier and described by the judges as ‘smart and emotive’, we are delighted to hear that our Gaspard the Fox digital marketing campaign has been shortlisted for The FutureBook Campaign of the Year 2018.
Read More‘This ia another absolute favourite from this year’s festival, successfully combining traditional storytelling with a window on the real world.’
A preview for our event at the 2018 Bath Children’s Literature Festival.
THE BATH AND WILTSHIRE PARENT MAGAZINE
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