The Bat Who Didn't Like the Dark : the adorable new story from the creator The Duck who Didn't Like Water

There was once a bat who didn't like the dark but kept that fear deep inside. Then one night, lost in the dark woods, the bat meets an owl who guides the bat home. Along the way, they encounter the magical sights, sounds and fellow creatures of the night as the bat comes to see that sometimes it's in the darkest night that all the stars shine extra bright… This latest author-illustrator picture book from Steve Small is the perfect companion to his previous beloved titles The Duck Who Didn't Like Water and The Hare who Wouldn't Share. Exquisitely illustrated, warm and empathetic, this is sure to become a future classic. A moving story of bravery and overcoming fear - with a little help from our friends. Stunning, atmospheric illustrations from Waterstones Prize and Oscar's Book Prize shortlisted author-illustrator Steve Small Perfect for sharing with little ones who are afraid of the dark. Also by Steve Small: The Duck Who Didn't Like Water Wellington's Big Day Out Brave Little Bear The Hare who Wouldn't Share Written by Smriti Halls and illustrated by Steve Small: I'm Sticking with You I'm Sticking with You Too Let's Stick Together Tiny Tiger says Why Can't I? Tiny Tiger says I Don't Want To!Author: Small, Steve,author Contributors: Small, Steve,author Binding: hardcover Publication Date: Release Date: Languages: English,Published,English,Original Language Format: picture_book Published/Release Date: 22 Oct 2026 Format: Hardback Publisher/Studio/Brand: Simon & Schuster Ltd Author/Director/Artist: Steve Small Dimension (cm): 282x204x10 mm Package Dimension (cm): 10x282x204 mm Item Weight (g): 0 Package Weight (g): 379