Publisher's Synopsis
Soar into space with this glorious love story of alien folk, from the creators of The Gruffalo and Stick Man - read by Oscar-nominated actor Imelda Staunton!
The Smeds (who are red) never mix with the Smoos (who are blue).
So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love, their families strongly disapprove.
But peace is restored and love conquers all in this happiest of love stories. There's even a gorgeous purple baby to celebrate!
- The complete book now with a CD featuring the story, a listening game and song, all performed by award-winning actor Imelda Staunton
- From the creators of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog, which have all been made into animated films shown on BBC1
- The Smeds and The Smoos will be the BBC1 animated film for Christmas 2022
Praise for The Smeds and The Smoos:
'A book for our time.' BBC Radio 4
'Blast off with the most exciting book yet from the creator of The Gruffalo. Get ready for a wild and wonderful journey through space in a book that is perfect for reading together.' The Sun
'The Gruffalo team's own Jabberwocky, with rhyme and nonsense words but a happy ending, inventively illustrated by Scheffler.' The Times
'A timely tale of tolerance that's fun to read aloud.' Daily Express
