“There’s so much magic in this story, it cannot fail to appeal to readers 5+, and is a perfect chapter book for those ready to move on from picture books to something more challenging, and yet still engaging and perfectly pitched for young readers.”
Uncle Pete and the Boy Who Couldn’t Sleep tells the story of Harry, a young boy who has never slept his entire life, no matter how hard his parents try.
With all the bedtime stories, songs and milky drinks in his town exhausted – along with all the people – it’s Harry’s eccentric explorer uncle, Pete, who ultimately comes to his aid with the help of a map, a rickety old biplane, a tiny mouse companion called TM, and one very special sheep.
The story is a magical and hilarious adventure of the imagination involving the remarkable journey undertaken by Uncle Pete and his fearless female sidekick, with themes of determination, collaboration, ingenuity, kindness and acceptance.
Uncle Pete and the Boy Who Couldn’t Sleep is illustrated by Will Hughes and published by Little Door Books.
Uncle Pete and the Boy Who Couldn’t Sleep online book launch.
“With themes of collaboration, determination, ingenuity, kindness and acceptance, Uncle Pete is the perfect book for young readers who enjoy adventure, quirky fun and loveable characters.”