Owl Who Was Afraid Of The Dark (Collectors Edition) (HB)
£14.99
If Plop the baby barn owl has been part of your family for a while, this slipcased collector's edition is the version to keep forever. And if somehow you've not yet met him, well, here he is: the most endearing, wide-eyed, gloriously anxious little owl in children's literature, about to discover that the dark is actually full of fireworks and Father Christmas and cats with excellent ideas about exploring. Jill Tomlinson's much-loved story, beautifully abridged and illustrated by Paul Howard, in an edition that feels as special as the book deserves.
We love it because:
- Plop is one of those characters who stays with children (and grown-ups) for life.
- The slipcased hardback format makes it feel genuinely special, a proper keepsake edition.
- Paul Howard's illustrations are warm, gentle and completely gorgeous.
- A perfect introduction to a classic for a new generation of readers.
- The message, that scary things often turn out to be wonderful, lands every single time.
What's in the box:
- One slipcased hardback picture book, 32 pages, colour illustrations throughout
Great for:
- Ages 3 and up
- Children who are nervous about the dark (this one helps, gently)
- Gifting a classic to a new baby, for a christening, or a first birthday
- Anyone who loved it as a child and wants a beautiful edition to share
Important to know:
- Slipcased hardback, 32 pages
- Dimensions: 25.1 x 28.1 cm
- Published by HarperCollins, March 2026
- Suitable from age 3+