When It Snows

The illustration on the front cover speaks volumes - this is a quite special book, the illustrations are out of this world - a simple, carefully told tale that will captivate just about everyone that comes across it. It will become a firm Christmas favourite in schools, in libraries, and in children's book collections. Magnificent.

Books Monthly

Unabashedly escapist . . . This is a romantic walkabout of a book, a dream that takes us with it. ... A boosting vote of confidence in the power of fantasy.

Kate Kellaway, The Observer

A beautiful, atmospheric picture book which is absolutely delightful for younger listeners. Evoking a magical, imaginative world Richard Collingridge’s creation is just perfect to snuggle up with at the end of the day. When It Snows is a book to savour and linger over as you soak up the delicious atmosphere Collingridge has so masterfully created.

MyBookCorner.com.au

A stunning picture book with a text of only ninety-six words, spread over fourteen double spreads of outstanding, atmospheric artwork which celebrates reading. The simple story of a little boy's adventure is heartwarming.

Carousel

A wide-eyed and woolly-hatted young boy and his teddy explore a mysterious, snowy landscape of the imagination that ultimately proves much more captivating and exciting than the gifts waiting for them underneath the tree.

Teach Nursery

A winter wonderland of atmospheric pictures, blazing fires and the spirit of Christmas, and an inspiring story about the imaginative power of books.

Lancashire Evening Post

An awesome debut ... Utterly enchanting, this is the perfect pressie for children and indeed grown-ups who love the magic of the festive season.

SpiritFM.net

Beautiful vast snowscapes are the visual backdrop to this magical story.... Captivating and atmospheric.

Sainsbury's magazine

Collingridge’s tender and evocative artwork provid[es] plenty of scope for adding detail to the story each time it’s revisited, which is likely to be very often indeed.

Teach Nursery

Get in the festive mood with this beautiful story of one small boy’s magical snowy adventure. ...An inspiring story about the imaginative power of books.

Pam Norfolk, Leyland Guardian website

It's so fresh and unique, but if you like the works of Raymond Briggs and Chris Van Allsburg and can imagine what they'd look like if they met the works of Shaun Tan head on, this is the sort of atmospheric and absolutely amazing artwork you can expect from "When it Snows". It's not just all about the art though, the story is magical, spurring a child's imagination in the most wondrous ways.

Read it, Daddy!

Meet huge snowmen, an ice queen, fairies, elves, a giant reindeer and Father Christmas.

WorldBookDay.com

Picture books have never really appealed to me. Until I saw When It Snows. The paintings. They are absolutely beautiful! The attention to detail, the light and shade and the undeniable talent of Collingridge... it's just breath taking.

Once Upon A Bookcase

Stunning, sweeping illustrations by newcomer Richard Collingridge will whisk your tot away on a magical winter's journey.

MadeForMums.com

The length is just perfect for little ones... [It] proves the point that stepping into a book can be pure magic! Definitely the perfect book to get you feeling all Christmassy! A big 5 Stars!

Carly, Fiction Fascination

The beautiful story of one small boys magical snowy adventure.

Toybuzz

The magic of reading is the inspiration for this stunningly illustrated debut in which a little boy takes a long and eventful journey across a snow-bound imaginative landscape. ... The dream-like style of illustration makes this the perfect book for snuggling up with on dark wintry nights – Collingridge is clearly a major talent to look out for in the future.

Sally Morris, Daily Mail

This charming Christmas story about the power of books and stories is told through a combination of stunningly evocative illustrations and simple words.

Booktrust

This is a beautiful, beautiful book. With an ending which will leave book-lovers everywhere sighing with delight. It is so luscious.

Child Led Chaos review site

Unabashedly escapist . . . This is a romantic walkabout of a book, a dream that takes us with it. ... A boosting vote of confidence in the power of fantasy.

Kate Kellaway, The Observer

You should definitely know who Richard Collingridge is because you're going to hear an awful lot about him in the future. ...The utterly gorgeous use of light and dark, and a fairly reduced palette make the artwork truly atmospheric and remarkable.

Read it, Daddy!