Alphabet of Peculiar Creatures, The

Step aside, horses and tigers — it's time for the weird, the wonderful, and the wildly underappreciated to steal the spotlight!

The Alphabet of Peculiar Creatures by Katie Abey introduces young readers to an A–Z of unique and unusual animals who finally get their moment in the limelight. Packed with wacky wildlife facts — did you know the binturong smells like popcorn, or that the xenopus eats its own skin? — this is an alphabet book unlike any other. Perfect for curious kids aged 3 and up who are ready to discover that the animal kingdom is far stranger and more wonderful than they ever imagined.

• Beyond the Ordinary Alphabet: Forget the same old animals — this book champions the hyrax, the tarsier, and other gloriously odd creatures that rarely get a look-in.
• Weird & Wonderful Facts: Each animal comes with a surprising, memorable fact that will have little ones giggling and grown-ups genuinely astonished.
• Early Literacy Made Fun: A playful, engaging approach to learning the alphabet keeps toddlers and preschoolers entertained while building essential language skills.
• Gorgeous, Humorous Artwork: Katie Abey's distinctive and charming illustrations bring every peculiar creature to life with warmth and a brilliant sense of humour.

About the Author

Katie Abey is a UK-based illustrator and author known for her bold, quirky, and laugh-out-loud artwork. With a love of all things strange and silly, she has a talent for creating books that delight children and adults alike. The Alphabet of Peculiar Creatures is a perfect showcase of her signature humorous style and her passion for celebrating the overlooked oddities of the natural world.

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