Farmer Pettson tells his talking cat Findus the story of how one day a very young Findus became lost, and after some scary adventures, was found again.
Findus decides to find a house of his own where he can bounce on beds at four o'clock in the morning without annoying Pettson. But jumping on beds is one thing - living without Pettson is quite another...
It is the day before Christmas Eve and there is lots to do, but disaster strikes when Pettson sprains his ankle. How can they celebrate Christmas now, with no tree, ham, meatballs or gingerbread? For all their resourcefulness, Findus and Pettson are close to giving up, when suddenly there is a knock on the door.
There's a hen-hunting fox on the loose. But farmer Pettson and his quirky cat Findus agree that foxes shouldn't be killed. They should be tricked. They come up with a fabulous plan which makes for an explosive, unforgettable night.
Farmer Pettson attempts to make birthday pancakes for Findus, his talking cat. However there are many obstacles to overcome before he can begin baking.
Findus the talking cat challenges old man Pettson to do various physical activities - stand on his head, climb trees, scare the hens, but Findus wins every time. But there is one thing Pettson can do better than Findus!
From legendary author and illustrator duo Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram comes the delightful sequel to the heartwarming picture book classic Guess How Much I Love You. Little Nutbrown Hare is out exploring on his own. Off he hops along the path and through the grass until he reaches Cloudy Mountain, where something extraordinary happens: he discovers a new friend! Now the fun can really begin.Twenty-five years after we met the Nutbrown Hares, this enchanting new tale about friendship is bound to capture the hearts of Guess How Much I Love You fans—and everyone else—the world over.
Old man Pettson sat in the kitchen with his cat Findus, doing the crossword. 'Tell me the story about how I disappeared,' said Findus. 'You haven't disappeared; you're right here,' said Pettson. 'I mean when I was little.' 'That story! You know that one already. I've told it hundreds of times.' 'Tell me again,' said Findus. 'I suppose I could,' Pettson said. 'It was like this.' This is the third story from Gecko Press about one of Sweden's most popular characters, the quirky and forgetful Farmer Pettson and his curious talking cat, Findus. Farmer Pettson tells the story of when Findus was little and came to live with him, and how he lost him and found him again. It is a charming, warm and funny story The Pettson and Findus books have sold four million copies in 40 countries and been translated into over 20 languages, including Russian, Hindi, Faroese, Basque and Vietnamese. I love the Findus books. I came across them when I was in Sweden a couple of years ago, and I think they're enormously inventive, funny and charming. My grandchildren love them too. Philip Pullman
Findus the talking cat challenges Pettson to join him as he runs, jumps and clambers around the farm. Pettson tries to keep up, with comical results. However, there is one thing that he is very good at! Brightly illustrated with lively and lovable characters, the Findus series follows the adventures and misdemeanours of the mischievous Findus and Farmer Pettson along with their muckle friends. As they plant, forage, fish and discover and get up to all sorts of mayhem we can explore with them the ups and downs of friendship, fights and forgiveness.Alongside the vibrant storylines the Findus books approach personal and social issues which the characters learn to overcome with humour and playfulness.
Flynn's girlfriend, January, is missing. All eyes are on Flynn—he must know something. After all, he was—is—her boyfriend. They were together the night before she disappeared. But Flynn has a secret of his own. As he struggles to uncover the truth about January's disappearance, he must also face the truth about himself.