Why am I called Scamp? I don't feel like a Scamp, I don't look like a Scamp, so why am I called Scamp? It was a question he had asked himself many times before...
With its gorgeous illustrations and captivating storyline, Journey to the Name Maker is sure to become a treasured addition to any child's library. The book is not only charming and entertaining but also promotes important values such as self-discovery and courage.
Bringing the story to life
"A little magic can take you a long way." - Roald Dahl.”
Working with the right illustrator to bring the characters to life was absolutely crucial to me. As the author of a book that's meant to transport readers to another world, I knew that the illustrations were just as important as the words themselves.
Joanna Scott & Maxine Johone-Smith
That's why I searched for an illustrator who not only had an incredible talent for drawing, but who also shared my passion for the story, understood the characters and personalities, and was able to bring it all to life. When I found Joanna Scott, an award-winning illustrator with a true gift for translating words into art, I knew that together we would create something magical!
What people are saying…
Clifton
“My niece loved this! The story is a classic physical and spiritual journey with the main character, a bear called Scamp, encountering all sorts of clever and imaginative characters and places that held her attention throughout.
Well done!”
Woody
“A really good read with fun twists and turns - and the illustrations proved a nice inspiration for discussion with my niece. I would really recommend this as it is long enough and suspenseful to last a few nights or a week (in short reads) - highly enjoyable!”
Deborah
“I read this with a friend's 7 year old (with an obsession for teddy bears so even more perfect). It's a great read and the illustrations bring it to life. I would highly recommend as a book to share with a child - but also as an early read. It's a lovely tale full of magic and warmth - and (key for a book to share) - it's fun for adults too.”
Rowland
“Such a charming and engaging story, very original and cleverly brought to life by lovely illustrations. Our daughter and her friend loved it so much they’re reading it on repeat and role playing from it! Have to say that this book is delightful, and a bit like Alice in Wonderland and anything by Julia Donaldson it will very much appeal to the inner child in ‘grown ups’ too.”
Looking for a gift?
The Journey to the Name Maker gift range makes the perfect present for birthdays and Christmas!
With their beautiful illustrations, avid bookworms will love these notebooks, organic cotton book bags and T-Shirts to match their copy of Journey to the Name Maker
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Letter to Queen Camilla
I sent a copy of my book 'Journey to the Name Maker' to Queen Camilla to ask if she would include in her reading club…
Stoke Mandeville Hospital
It was my pleasure to donate some copies of "Journey to the Name Maker" to the unwell children at the emergency department…