{"title":"Gemma Merino","description":"\u003cp\u003eGemma Merino’s books invite young readers into whimsical worlds filled with heart and humour. Her stories, such as \u003cem\u003eI Am Boo\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Cow Who Climbed a Tree\u003c\/em\u003e, charm with their playful animal characters and gentle life lessons, perfect for early childhood discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith delightful illustrations and engaging narratives, her books celebrate imagination and kindness, making them a treasured choice for children’s reading time and shared family moments.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-cow-who-climbed-a-tree-by-gemma-merino-9781447214885","title":"The Cow Who Climbed a Tree","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Cow Who Climbed a Tree\u003c\/em\u003e introduces us to Tina, a cow with dreams as vast as the sky. Unlike her fellow cows, she believes that anything is possible. However, her sisters are sceptical, especially when Tina claims she has climbed a tree and encountered a dragon. Convinced that Tina's imaginative stories have gone too far, the sisters set off into the woods to find her. What they discover is a world full of surprises!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis picture book, crafted by rising star Gemma Merino, is as richly atmospheric as it is thoughtful and funny. Her debut picture book, \u003cem\u003eThe Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water\u003c\/em\u003e, earned her numerous awards and a global following. Merino's deliciously expressive artwork in this book is created through monoprint techniques and digitally coloured, offering readers a feast for the eyes and the imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"United Sourcing Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46269322756332,"sku":"9781447214885","price":17.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781447214885.jpg?v=1742174157"},{"product_id":"i-am-boo-by-gemma-merino-9781529020960","title":"I Am Boo","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI Am Boo\u003c\/em\u003e by Gemma Merino tells the story of Boo, who loves Toto—his constant companion—and Boo loves life! The more scared Toto is, the bigger Boo gets, which is wonderful, isn't it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWell, not if you're Toto. Because Boo is Toto's worry, and like all worries, Boo can become TOO big. But one day, Toto speaks to Boo, and everything changes. Because a Boo isn't a bad thing. In fact, our worries and our fears can make us brave and powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a funny, helpful, and completely unique look at how to understand and work with big emotions. An uplifting and empowering book for all young children and their parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the award-winning and bestselling Gemma Merino, creator of \u003cem\u003eThe Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water\u003c\/em\u003e—now sold in over 30 languages!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47900900622572,"sku":"9781529020960","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529020960-i-am-boo.jpg?v=1783434802"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/gemma-merino.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}