The Greatest Showpenguin

By Lucy Freegard

Poppy the Penguin comes from a long line of circus performers.But the hardest thing is not juggling, or riding a unicycle – it's telling her mum that she doesn't want to perform any more. A tale of overcoming shyness and a celebration of girl power!

What could be better than The Greatest Showman? The Greatest Showpenguin of course! Hot on the heels of the record-breaking movie, and with a sequel coming shortly, we present a funny and sensitive parody.

Poppy the Penguin comes from a long line of circus performers. Many skills have been passed down from penguin to penguin. However, Poppy feels that performing in the family circus might not be for her. But the hardest thing is not juggling, or riding a unicycle – it's telling her mum that she doesn't want to perform any more. The bravery is worth it when Poppy discovers a role more suited to her – organising and coordinating the whole show. And what a show it turns out to be!

A tale of overcoming shyness and lack of confidence, finding success and a celebration of girl power!

• Language: English
• Publisher: HarperCollins UK
• Release date: Feb 4, 2021
• ISBN: 9781843655084

Lucy Freegard

Lucy has an MA in children’s book illustration from Cambridge School of Art, a degree in illustration from Cardiff School of Art & Design and did her art foundation at Falmouth University.  Since graduating in 2015 Lucy has worked on a range of projects, from writing and illustrating picture books to designing soft toys and greetings cards.Lucy uses pen and watercolours, and loves sketching from life and eavesdropping at the zoo. She is based in Bristol.

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