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Tim Warnes

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Storyteller Tim Warnes' first book was published in 1995. A writer and illustrator, he now has more than 80 original titles to his name.

Tim's weekly blog, My Life in Books - www.timwarnes.com - is for lovers of kid lit. Part memoir; part commentary; part review by an industry insider. It is intended to give readers confidence and encouragement to share their passion for literacy - creating connections through kids’ books with their loved ones, and inspire a new generation to value reading for pleasure.

Tim's married to illustrator Jane Chapman. He loves comic strips, wearing fancy hats, playing his banjo and of course - reading bedtime stories!

See more of Tim's work at www.chapmanandwarnes.com ...more

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“I Am Wriggly” by Michael Rosen & Robert Starling | Picture Book Review

I Am Wriggly by Michael Rosen, illustrated by Robert Starling(Walker Books, 2023)Good to Read for:Celebrating all kids’ wriggly energy!Exploring emotionsA quick bedtime story I Am Wriggly is a really fun little book! Just look at that cover – I can’t imagine a kid who wouldn’t be instantly attracted to that adorable rabbit with its big, friendly eyes. And as Kirkus notes, this bunny is 'a st Read more of this blog post »

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	Dangerous! 4.18 avg rating — 357 ratings — 28 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Jesus Loves Me! 3.98 avg rating — 205 ratings — published 2006 — 12 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Great Cheese Robbery 3.50 avg rating — 232 ratings — published 2015 — 18 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Daddy Hug: A Picture Book About Animal Fathers, Tender Hugs, and Safety for Kids (Ages 4-8) by Tim Warnes (Goodreads Author), Jane Chapman (Illustrator) 3.87 avg rating — 186 ratings — published 2008 — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Mommy Mine by Tim Warnes (Goodreads Author), Jane Chapman (Illustrations) 3.85 avg rating — 172 ratings — published 2005 — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Warning! Do Not Touch! 3.84 avg rating — 151 ratings — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Rise and Shine! 3.50 avg rating — 132 ratings — published 2007 — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Can't You Sleep, Dotty? 3.78 avg rating — 100 ratings — published 2001 — 21 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Chalk & Cheese 3.37 avg rating — 105 ratings — published 2008 — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Warning! This Book May Contain Rabbits! really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 30 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Tim Warnes wrote a new blog post Spark your child's wonder and imagination with “The Something” by Rebecca Cobb \| Picture Book Review The Something by Rebecca Cobb(Macmillan, 2014)Good to Read for:Developing curiosity about the worldEncouraging imaginationDiversifying your child’s b Read more of this blog post »
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