What If...?

Anthony Browne has an unique way of looking at the world which really makes the reader think - there are many layers to his stories which make them equally enjoyable for children and adults.

Parents in Touch

A good book for children who display some degree of anxiety at social occasions.

chopsybaby.com

A new Anthony Browne book is always a treat. Browne is the sort of author-illustrator who knows exactly how to describe the feelings a child goes through in ordinary everyday life, then picture them allegorically in ways that children just "get"... A fantastic romp...This is a truly special book

Read it, Daddy blog

Former Children's Laureate Browne consistently produces visually stunning and emotionally subtle books, and this is no exception...Tender, funny, reassuring and highly original, this is a book to share and cherish. Browne is, quite simply, a genius

Daily Mail

It's a lovely read, especially if you have a young child who tends to worry about things that he or she has never experienced before. It's a very visual book with ... lots of illustrations teeming with details to discover with your child.

Madhouse Family Reviews blog

Skilfully written and illustrated ... Very reassuring and superbly told, this story leaves you wanting more - maybe for first visits to the dentist, first day at school, swimming lessons and so on.

Early Years Educator

Anthony Browne is the master of reassuring picturebooks about anxiety

Nicolette Jones, Children's Book of the Week, The Sunday Times

Fantastic illustrations

Bookwitch blog

A real treat for Anthony Browne's fans... a nice and useful book which will help children (and their parents) get rid of any pre-party fears.

Marzena Currie, The School Librarian