SuperJoe Does NOT Do Cuddles

Michael Catchpool author Emma Proctor illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Lantana Publishing

Published:23rd Sep '21

£11.99

Available to order, but very limited on stock - if we have issues obtaining a copy, we will let you know.

SuperJoe Does NOT Do Cuddles cover

KEYWORDS: Superheroes, Adventure, Bravery, Courage, Humour, Fantasy, Bedtime, Diversity, Inclusion, #OwnVoices, #BlackLivesMatter; Makes the superhero cannon more inclusive by featuring a superhero of colour; a fun-filled fantasy adventure based on a mother-child relationship; Showing the value of creative play and the imagination; Characters of colour by an #ownvoices writer of colour; Develops empathy through diversity & inclusion #BlackLivesMatter

SuperJoe is convinced he doesn't need cuddles from his mum. He flies around the neighbourhood rescuing people from escaped tigers, runaway trains and raging rivers, all while battling his nemesis the Grey Shadow. Naturally, he refuses all cuddles. Until one night, when he can't sleep...SuperJoe is convinced he doesn't need cuddles from his mum. He flies around the neighbourhood rescuing people from escaped tigers, runaway trains and raging rivers, all while battling his nemesis the Grey Shadow. Naturally, he refuses all cuddles. Until one night, when he can't sleep...

"A sweet story about a child’s active imagination, friendship, and independence" * Kirkus Reviews *
“A sweet story full of lively illustrations that shows even the mightiest of superheroes sometimes need a cuddle from their mama”

-Glorious Reads

* Glorious Reads *
"Super fun, super playful, this stunning picture book captures the youthful imagination and burgeoning independence of caped crusader SuperJoe. With clever comic-style illustrations and warm-hearted humour, it’s a timely reminder that everyone needs a reassuring hug from Mum sometimes"

-Fabia Turner, Founder of the Jericho Book Prize and Book Reviewer

* Fabia Turner *
"Fantastic! The superhero cannon is a common one, so I was very excited to see a Black superhero portrayed. I think kids and parents will relate to the imaginative play and resistance of cuddles in this one"

-I Have a Book For That

ISBN: 9781913747657

Dimensions: 260mm x 260mm x 8mm

Weight: 400g

32 pages