We're so excited to celebrate the 30th anniversary of A Squash and a Squeeze this year, the very first picture book created by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler! You can join in the fun with a special anniversary edition, featuring the much-loved classic story, along with extra content. Out now. Celebrate 30 years of stories with Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler as you learn how to draw ten of your favourite characters from their bestselling picture books – from The Gruffalo to The Snail and the Whale and much more! Have fun learning to draw the Gruffalo, the Witch or even George the Smartest Giant in the step-by-step guides. Then put the finishing touches on your art as you follow the tips for drawing expressions, creating movement and even using colour in your illustrations. With never-before-seen character sketches and step-by-step guides, plus top tips from Axel Scheffler on everything from character development to cover design, How to Draw the Gruffalo and Friends is the perfect gift for budding artists of all ages.

With a short, simple rhyming text based on the original story, A Squash and a Squeeze: A Push, Pull and Slide Book is the perfect introduction for preschoolers to A Squash and a Squeeze by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Out now.This edition features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small!

Join Axel Scheffler as he teaches you how to draw your favourite picture book characters in How to Draw the Gruffalo and Friends! Budding artists of all ages can learn how to draw 10 different characters, with never-before-seen sketches, step-by-step guides and more! Out now. is reviewed between 08.30 to 16.30 Monday to Friday. We're experiencing a high volume of enquiries so it may take us The Library's buildings remain fully open but some services are limited, including access to collection items. We're All upcoming public events are going ahead as planned and you can find more information on our events blog

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a best-selling phenomenon across the world with over 13.5 million copies sold. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come. No home should be without The Gruffalo!