A beautiful and gentle story about life and death from beloved author Mem Fox, illustrated by rising star Freya Blackwood; its star imagery, and sense of rebirth make it a perfect choice for the holiday season.
In this touching and timeless story, a star falls to earth where it becomes a baby and is embraced and cared for by the community. Renowned author Mem Fox's tender text about the journey of life is beautifully rendered by Freya Blackwood whose luminous illustrations capture the warmth and complexity of growing up. This a unique and moving story to be cherished by all ages and shared for generations to come. Mem Fox's books are like a warm blanket; they have a way of making the world seem a little cosier. --Sunday Age (Australia)Hardcover.
About the Author
Mem Fox is an educator and international literacy expert, and has written nearly forty books including Possum Magic, which has sold over three million copies, Hello Baby!, Baby Bedtime, I'm an Immigrant Too, and the bestselling modern classics Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes and Time for Bed. She is also the author of the adult book Reading Magic: Why Reading Aloud to Our Children Will Change Their Lives Forever. Mem lives with her family in Adelaide, Australia. Visit her online at memfox.com.
