Frances Lincoln Children's Books
My Friend, Billy Whiskers | Paperback | Children's Book on Friendship
My Friend, Billy Whiskers | Paperback | Children's Book on Friendship
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One day, while the other children play together, Patrick sits alone, but he isn’t really alone. His imaginary friend, Billy Whiskers, is always there, ready for bike rides, tree climbs, and magical adventures where Patrick’s worries can just disappear. But on this special day, with the help of Billy Whiskers, Patrick finds the courage to take a new adventure and say hello to real life children playing in the real life playground. Can you guess what happens next?
This heart-warming and uplifting picture book from award-winning author-illustrator David Litchfield celebrates the magic of imaginary friendship, the power of empathy, and the friends who help us grow.
“Back to School Previews - "a charming story about the magic of imaginary friends [...] Stunning artwork [...] A celebration of friendship an bravery.”
“With a palette scraped from a sunset-streaked sky, the watercolor illustrations are just as magical as Billy’s adventures with Patrick, soaring through the stars or strolling through an enchanted forest.”
Reading age: 4 years or older
Ideal For: Perfect for 4+ quiet observers, and Patrick's imaginary friend giving him the push to join in.
Details: Paperback | 40 pages | 30.0 × 22.0 cm
About the Creators: David Litchfield is an award-winning and bestselling author-illustrator. His first picture book, The Bear and the Piano, won the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize and was the beginning of a bestselling series, which has sold over 800,000 copies worldwide and into 37 languages. His other picture books. David has worked with bestselling authors including Ross Montgomery and Smriti Halls.
Publication details
- Published
- 2026
- Publisher
- Frances Lincoln Children's Books
