The phenomenal and outrageously original new illustrated children's picture book full of mythical creatures, monstrous meals and an unusual friendship
WINNER OF THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE 2025
'An unusual, intricate, delightfully grotesque rhyming picture book' The Guardian
'[a] gorgeously illustrated, gothic gourmet giggle' Daily Mail
Welcome to the Cafe at the Edge of the Woods, the utterly charming and mesmerising new picture book from BAFTA award-winning writer Mikey Please.
Rene's dreams have finally come true! She's opened a cafe beside an enchanted wood, and with the help of a newfound waiter, Glumfoot, she is ready to serve the finest cuisine! But the locals seem to favour a most peculiar palette, requesting all sorts of disgusting things.
Can Glumfoot's quick-thinking save the day?
Join Rene and Glumfoot in this incredible other-worldly story full of magical humour, mythical creatures and culinary curiosities.
Age: From 4 years
Paperback
Mikey Please
48 pages
H: 280mm W: 220mm Spine: 3mm
Weight: 250 grams