Publisher Description

Jamie has lots of friends – lots of friends with different kinds of families. Kate's got two dads, Hannah has a foster mum. And Jade's got her very own butler! This funny, heart-warming picture book celebrates different kinds of families and the special bonds between them. 
A gently funny picture book celebrating the diverse mix of families that can make up any child's classroom: whether it's Harry's 'total legend' single mum, Kate's two dads or the coolest adults Jamie knows – his granny and grandpops. My Friends and Me will pull on heart strings and funny bones as it explores the love that makes up every family.   The colourful illustrations by the brilliant Katy Halford (Naughty Narwhal) are packed full of detail and humour to bring a smile to parents and children alike. Educational, fun and celebrates diversity! Stephanie Stansbie's funny and engaging story, complete with cameos from various family pets, is brimming with positivity. It is a must for every child's bookshelf, classroom and library. My Friends and Me celebrates the love in every family, in all their varied and beautiful forms. 

Author Biography

Stephanie Stansbie has been a children's books editor since the 90s and an author since the noughties. She adores editing and writing in equal measure and has always worked on illustrated books, where the art is as important as the word. The books she has written have been translated into over 15 different languages. Stephanie lives in Oxford and enjoys yomping about with her family and friends, and playing capoeira.Katy Halford is an illustrator based in Leicestershire, UK. Her love of drawing started when she was small and continued throughout school and university. She graduated from Loughborough University with a degree in illustration and is now a full-time illustrator. Katy's work always starts in her sketchbook where she dreams up illustrated characters and imaginary worlds. She loves to observe nature and people-watch for inspiration.

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