“A glorious riot of eggstravant claims and subverted expectations” – The Guardian
“a book that flows wonderfully well and will bear repeating not just once or twice but over and over again … [the] illustrations show the hens to perfection, with the facial expressions in some of the pictures being well worth the price on the back cover on their own.” – World’s Smallest Library
"I particularly loved how the reader feels part of the story and chaos. A brilliantly written and designed book.” – My Shelves Are Full
“A zany and fun read aloud … wonderfully different, this book will suit children and adults with a good sense of the ridiculous.” – Irish Independent
“Hilarious wordplay makes Jenny Peckles Lays Eggs with Speckles perfect for a class read aloud” – Scope for Imagination
A hilariously funny illustrated children’s picture book new for 2025!
Rachel Emily is an author, poet and songwriter, who has written and produced UK number ones and US platinum-selling singles. Her books for children encourage curiosity, imagination, gentleness and empathy in readers of all ages. Jenny Peckles is Rachel's third picture book, following Says Who, also illustrated by Paul Delaney, and In You I See, illustrated by Jodie Howard. She lives in Oxfordshire.
Paul Delaney is a graphic designer, printmaker and founder of an award-winning design studio. He has always had a passion for picture books and, in 2021, graduated with a masters in Illustration. Jenny Peckles is Paul’s third picture book for young children. He lives in Ireland.
“A glorious riot of eggstravant claims and subverted expectations” – The Guardian
“a book that flows wonderfully well and will bear repeating not just once or twice but over and over again … [the] illustrations show the hens to perfection, with the facial expressions in some of the pictures being well worth the price on the back cover on their own.” – World’s Smallest Library
"I particularly loved how the reader feels part of the story and chaos. A brilliantly written and designed book.” – My Shelves Are Full
“A zany and fun read aloud … wonderfully different, this book will suit children and adults with a good sense of the ridiculous.” – Irish Independent
“Hilarious wordplay makes Jenny Peckles Lays Eggs with Speckles perfect for a class read aloud” – Scope for Imagination
A hilariously funny illustrated children’s picture book new for 2025!
Rachel Emily is an author, poet and songwriter, who has written and produced UK number ones and US platinum-selling singles. Her books for children encourage curiosity, imagination, gentleness and empathy in readers of all ages. Jenny Peckles is Rachel's third picture book, following Says Who, also illustrated by Paul Delaney, and In You I See, illustrated by Jodie Howard. She lives in Oxfordshire.
Paul Delaney is a graphic designer, printmaker and founder of an award-winning design studio. He has always had a passion for picture books and, in 2021, graduated with a masters in Illustration. Jenny Peckles is Paul’s third picture book for young children. He lives in Ireland.
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