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A Mole Like No Other
The beautifully illustrated #1 Amazon bestseller in Light Novels Category about hope, friendship and helping each other.
It is written to be read-aloud to younger children by parents and carers. Older children can read it themselves, or along with an audiobook.
‘A Mole Like No Other’ is a delightful book about a toy mole, who is looking for love, friendship and his place in the world. The story of Moley and his friends – toys and real animals – is set in a cosy English country house with a traditional garden. But behind all this tranquillity, challenges and even dangers, await the characters. The story is told beautifully and with great humour. It is written as a ‘read-aloud’ book for parents and carers. It is a fun story with lovely (and wise) life lessons and advice interwoven throughout. Children of all ages will take something different from it, enjoying the adventures and the characters, while adults will also be delighted with its rich language, subtle literary references, and tongue-in-cheek humour. The book is illustrated with original pencil drawings in the best British tradition of artwork for children’s books. ‘I liked all the characters but my favourite one was Moley. Moley is cute, brave, friendly and always wants to help. I would like to have a friend like Moley!’ Leon, Age 8 'I loved reading about Moley and his adventures! I’m so glad he was taken out of his box and to a new family. I hope to have my own Moley one day, so we can go on adventures too.' Gabrielle, aged 5 years and 7 months ‘Wonderful, sensitive and charming. And – very funny! I found myself reading it aloud.’ Geoffrey Hall, Actor 'My favourite character was Moley because he was funny and helped people when he could.' Rhys, 10 years old 'Children’s logic and understanding of the world perfectly expressed by childlike toys and their animal friends. The story worked for both our kids. The story was exciting and charming for younger children, while the older ones can gain more from the language and characters. The language is reminiscent of the stories we read as children but with a modern twist. It has created a safe space for our children at a time when it is needed the most.' Lyndsay & Si, Parents ‘I am convinced it will become a children's classic.’ Cass Grafton, Author
RRP £8.95
It is written to be read-aloud to younger children by parents and carers. Older children can read it themselves, or along with an audiobook.
‘A Mole Like No Other’ is a delightful book about a toy mole, who is looking for love, friendship and his place in the world. The story of Moley and his friends – toys and real animals – is set in a cosy English country house with a traditional garden. But behind all this tranquillity, challenges and even dangers, await the characters. The story is told beautifully and with great humour. It is written as a ‘read-aloud’ book for parents and carers. It is a fun story with lovely (and wise) life lessons and advice interwoven throughout. Children of all ages will take something different from it, enjoying the adventures and the characters, while adults will also be delighted with its rich language, subtle literary references, and tongue-in-cheek humour. The book is illustrated with original pencil drawings in the best British tradition of artwork for children’s books. ‘I liked all the characters but my favourite one was Moley. Moley is cute, brave, friendly and always wants to help. I would like to have a friend like Moley!’ Leon, Age 8 'I loved reading about Moley and his adventures! I’m so glad he was taken out of his box and to a new family. I hope to have my own Moley one day, so we can go on adventures too.' Gabrielle, aged 5 years and 7 months ‘Wonderful, sensitive and charming. And – very funny! I found myself reading it aloud.’ Geoffrey Hall, Actor 'My favourite character was Moley because he was funny and helped people when he could.' Rhys, 10 years old 'Children’s logic and understanding of the world perfectly expressed by childlike toys and their animal friends. The story worked for both our kids. The story was exciting and charming for younger children, while the older ones can gain more from the language and characters. The language is reminiscent of the stories we read as children but with a modern twist. It has created a safe space for our children at a time when it is needed the most.' Lyndsay & Si, Parents ‘I am convinced it will become a children's classic.’ Cass Grafton, Author
RRP £8.95
135 pages, Paperback
Published January 19, 2021
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November 23, 2021
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A Mole Like No Other is a children’s book featuring a toy mole who has been stuffed away in a box for years and is now free after his neglectful owner sells him at an Easter sale.
The book reminded me a lot of the movie Toy Story in which all the toys come alive and speak when their owners are not looking, though these toys can communicate with animals too.
The mole, named Moley by his new owner Ashley, is still trying to learn about the world after being shut away for so long and find out how to behave the right way, as well as learn why humans behave the way they do. He is rather sweet and gets himself into a lot of situations and makes lots of new friends too.
What I first noticed when I opened this book was how much text there is. For the size I was expecting a young children’s picture book filled with full-page, bright, and colourful illustrations and just a few words on each page, this book is quite the opposite. It certainly isn’t for little ones. It is more of a large-sized chapter book with a few black and white illustrations.
The story though is very sweet and Moley is a lovely character. He is genuinely a caring, helpful mole that also wants to learn and just be loved. The plot makes your heart squeeze and leaves you feeling happy. It is a delightful tale and one that would make a fantastic bedtime story, though it would need to be read over several nights.
A Mole Like No Other is richly imaginative and I can see children being so touched by the tale that they will be asking for their own teddy mole. It has an old-fashioned feel to the story which I really liked, there are a few humorous moments that will give children a good giggle too.
A Mole Like No Other is a children’s book featuring a toy mole who has been stuffed away in a box for years and is now free after his neglectful owner sells him at an Easter sale.
The book reminded me a lot of the movie Toy Story in which all the toys come alive and speak when their owners are not looking, though these toys can communicate with animals too.
The mole, named Moley by his new owner Ashley, is still trying to learn about the world after being shut away for so long and find out how to behave the right way, as well as learn why humans behave the way they do. He is rather sweet and gets himself into a lot of situations and makes lots of new friends too.
What I first noticed when I opened this book was how much text there is. For the size I was expecting a young children’s picture book filled with full-page, bright, and colourful illustrations and just a few words on each page, this book is quite the opposite. It certainly isn’t for little ones. It is more of a large-sized chapter book with a few black and white illustrations.
The story though is very sweet and Moley is a lovely character. He is genuinely a caring, helpful mole that also wants to learn and just be loved. The plot makes your heart squeeze and leaves you feeling happy. It is a delightful tale and one that would make a fantastic bedtime story, though it would need to be read over several nights.
A Mole Like No Other is richly imaginative and I can see children being so touched by the tale that they will be asking for their own teddy mole. It has an old-fashioned feel to the story which I really liked, there are a few humorous moments that will give children a good giggle too.
September 11, 2025
One of the best children stories I've read. It is a bit similar to Toy Story respecting the plot. However, it is much more meaningful and pure.
These are some of my favourite quotes from the book:
"For the first time in his life, the mole felt safe and needed and the feeling was so pleasant that his little face widened into a happy smile."
"Being so intellegent, even if only in his own opinion, he also believed in keeping his ideas to himself and didn't like anybody to read his thoughts in his eyes. Therefore, it was really handy to have such tiny eyes well hidden in his thick fur. Which is why he didn't believe that someone could be really clever with such gigantic bulging eyes."
"From that moment, Moly knew that there was already a leader in that room and alas it wasn't him. And again he thought, 'Hmmm, obviously, keeping quiet sometimes can come in useful. If you don't rattle on endlessly, others will pay more attention to your every word when eventually you speak.' "
"He felt quite ashamed and made a promise to himself that to avoid future embarrassment from this point onwards he would always check whether he was truely angry with someone else or simply with himself. "
PS I listened to the book read by Alison Larkin. She made it super enjoyable!
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These are some of my favourite quotes from the book:
"For the first time in his life, the mole felt safe and needed and the feeling was so pleasant that his little face widened into a happy smile."
"Being so intellegent, even if only in his own opinion, he also believed in keeping his ideas to himself and didn't like anybody to read his thoughts in his eyes. Therefore, it was really handy to have such tiny eyes well hidden in his thick fur. Which is why he didn't believe that someone could be really clever with such gigantic bulging eyes."
"From that moment, Moly knew that there was already a leader in that room and alas it wasn't him. And again he thought, 'Hmmm, obviously, keeping quiet sometimes can come in useful. If you don't rattle on endlessly, others will pay more attention to your every word when eventually you speak.' "
"He felt quite ashamed and made a promise to himself that to avoid future embarrassment from this point onwards he would always check whether he was truely angry with someone else or simply with himself. "
PS I listened to the book read by Alison Larkin. She made it super enjoyable!
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March 31, 2021
A Mole Like No Other has a sweet, soft, comforting quality to the writing making it an ideal bedtime story to read to younger children.
It is a calm, soothing, gentle story, looking at Moley’s thoughts, behaviours, and reactions to those around him and events that occur. It teaches you not to jump to conclusions, or judge others, to let your friends help you, and to help them if you can.
A lovely adventure, based on life at home and in the garden with great underlying themes around emotions and friendships.
I feel that this would make a brilliant audiobook or even children’s film, I could just imagine watching it at Christmas with the family! A lovely classical style that can capture the hearts of all ages.
Highly recommended, especially for those aged 5-10 years old.
It is a calm, soothing, gentle story, looking at Moley’s thoughts, behaviours, and reactions to those around him and events that occur. It teaches you not to jump to conclusions, or judge others, to let your friends help you, and to help them if you can.
A lovely adventure, based on life at home and in the garden with great underlying themes around emotions and friendships.
I feel that this would make a brilliant audiobook or even children’s film, I could just imagine watching it at Christmas with the family! A lovely classical style that can capture the hearts of all ages.
Highly recommended, especially for those aged 5-10 years old.
May 9, 2021
In short, a well-written and emotive tale. Especially excellent references to mental health and supporting skills that'll help children to develop empathic abilities. This may become a rather important book in future.
Also, great to see moles at the forefront! I have quite the affection fpr those little mammals!
Also, great to see moles at the forefront! I have quite the affection fpr those little mammals!
April 7, 2021
Brilliant and novel children’s book...combines old fashion story telling and a toy’s personal journey and self development. The fact that mummy is a counsellor is a fabulous. But more amusing are Owlie’s attempts at copying her 😂. A great fun book with a set of values important for all children.
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