The comedian’s book, which was published last week, follows James, who is worried about everything, and not even his favourite hobby of baking can help. Then he discovers rapping…

Ever since his dad left, James can't seem to stop worrying about everything. His favourite hobby, baking, is a fun (and delicious!) distraction, but no matter how many AMAZING brownies he makes, James still feels like there's a missing ingredient in his life . . . Full of laugh-out-loud illustrations from bestselling illustrator James Lancett, this is the children's read of the summer! Read more Details Ongoing Covid restrictions, reduced air and freight capacity, high volumes and winter weather conditions are all impacting transportation and local delivery across the globe.

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Then he discovers that grime artist Brukka is on the hunt for new talent and James wonders if this is his chance to share his muffins, his music, and maybe even his feelings with the whole school. If he can just find the confidence . . . Puffin has announced the acquisition of Lil’ Muffin Drops the Mic, a new, laugh-out-loud middle-grade adventure from comedian Romesh Ranganathan with illustrations from James Lancett. Editorial Director, Carmen McCullough bought world rights in a two-book deal from Flo Howard at Off the Kerb. The first book will publish in July 2023.

Full of laugh-out-loud illustrations from bestselling illustrator James Lancett, this is the children’s read of the summer! From comedy superstar Romesh Ranganathan comes a hilarious and heartfelt tale that proves rap battles and baking muffins really can mix. The perfect story for readers age 8+ and fans of David Baddiel and Adam B Wins the Internet!Ever since his dad left, James can’t seem to stop worrying about everything. His favourite hobby, baking, is a fun (and delicious!) distraction, but no matter how many AMAZING brownies he makes, James still feels like there’s a missing ingredient in his life . I can see children enjoying the story given the setting and how big rap and grime music is at the moment. The writing could have been a little more fleshed out but then this is a children’s book and the basic writing style will probably appeal to its intended audience and help them to connect with the book.His dad has upped and left the family alone and the school bully, Alfie Adams has it in for him. He is called ‘Scabby Bake’ by his peers who refuse to eat his cakes on the say-so of Alfie and now he’s discovered rapping but the words just won’t come out when he rap battles.