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A childhood in 1968
The Smallest Bicycle in the Parade
June has polished her bicycle, tied on the bunting and practised every turn. Then the parade reaches the steepest hill in town.
The reading room
A small shelf.
A world of stories.
A first bicycle, an unforgettable bus ride, a garden above the street. Choose a cover and read a complete sample story.
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Look inside 02
One birthday in 1966
The Cake That Took the Bus
Bea and Dad have made a beautiful birthday cake. Grandma lives eleven bus stops away. The icing has other plans.
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A new home in 1976
The Garden Above the Street
Arun brings six bean seeds to his new apartment. There is no garden, but there is a small balcony, a biscuit tin and Mrs. Ortiz next door.
These are sample stories made to show the possibilities. Each has its own characters and illustration style. Your commissioned book begins with your family’s words and has 32 pages.
Pull up a chair
We’d love to hear
where your story begins.
The first sitting is free. The recording is yours to keep.
Arrange a free sitting