Uncle Pete and the Forest of Lost Things

PART OF THE The Beauty That Surrounds Us ISSUE

‘Along the way they encounter some scary, gigantic cats, a rogue tidal wave and other dangerous dilemmas, but with bravery, cunning and lots of jam sandwiches they overcome the obstacles and make some new friends.’

Uncle Pete and the Forest of Lost Things is the second adventure in the fantasy series, this time following Uncle Pete and TM’s adventure to find their missing plane. Author David C Flanagan has recorded an exclusive reading from the book for BooksfromScotland – check it out below.

Uncle Pete and the Forest of Lost Things
By David C Flanagan, illustrated by Will Hughes
Published by Little Door Books

Uncle Pete and the Forest of Lost Things  by David C Flanagan and Will Hughes is published by Little Door Books, priced £6.99.

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