Supporting the National Year of Reading 2026
Our Favourite Picture Books for Autumn
Getting ready for the autumn? Here are some of our top reads for the season. Whether you’re looking for a cosy read as the autumnal nights get colder, or something to get you ready for the spooky season, our top picks will keep your kids entertained all season long!
Fox’s Favourite Autumn
by Fiona Barker (Author) and Christine Pym (Illustrator)
Autumn is Fox’s favourite time of the year. But as the days pass, autumn starts to reach its end. Winter is coming … and Fox DEFINITELY cannot let that happen! Join Fox as he tries to do everything to stop autumn from slipping by and eventually learns that each season has its magic. This is a funny and quirky story about the changing seasons with fabulous text by Fiona Barker.
I’m Not Scary
by Raahat Kaduji
Bat just wants to make friends, but everyone is scared of him! How can Bat show them that he just wants to share some cake? I’m Not Scary is the fabulous debut picture book by hugely talented illustrator, Raahat Kaduji. This book would make a great non-scary gift for Halloween!
The Leaf Thief Series: The Sun Thief
by Alice Hemming (Author) and Nicola Slater (Illustrator)
Squirrel is back, and he’s enjoying the long, sunny summer days. But wait! Why is Bird going to bed when the sun is still up? What a silly idea! Squirrel could never fall asleep while it’s still light… And when the sun starts to disappear earlier and earlier each night, Squirrel is convinced there MUST be a sun thief about!
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