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Rory the Little Red Deer
By Lynne Rickards, illustrated by Jonna Dempsey
Rory, a young red deer calf, loves playing with his best pal Ruby, having friendly competitions to discover who is the best: Rory can jump the highest, but Ruby can run the fastest. But when a game of treasure hunt goes wrong, can the little deer use their strengths, and those of their friends, to save the day?
Written in Lynne Rickards’ signature rhyme, this is a playful tale of friendship, teamwork and appreciating others’ strengths. Jonna Dempsey’s characterful illustrations of Scottish animals and landscapes are full of charming details to spot.
From the author of best-selling Skye the Puffling and Rowan the Red Squirrel, Rory the Little Red Deer is a fun and lively celebration of one of Scotland’s most famous animals.
Lynne Rickards (Author)
Lynne Rickards was born in Canada and has called Scotland home for over twenty years. She grew up reading Dr Seuss books and as a result she enjoys writing in rhyme. Lynne is the author of many much-loved picture books starring Scottish wildlife, including Skye the Puffling, Oran the Curious Otter, Willow the Wildcat and Rowan the Red Squirrel. Lynne lives in Glasgow, Scotland.
Jonna Dempsey is a Scottish children’s author and illustrator whose work is rooted in nature. She had a successful career as a psychotherapist, but motherhood inspired her to change her career and study Children’s Book Illustration at Leith School of Art, Edinburgh. Jonna specialises in narrative non-fiction but also loves traditional stories and folklore. She lives in Edinburgh, Scotland.
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