Tiger in a Tutu
Max lives a life of luxury in Paris zoo. But Max isn't like other tigers - he is a tiger with a dream!
Max longs to pirouette and plié, to leap and spin. He wants to be a dazzling dancer, shining on the stage! But will this tiger in a tutu get his moment in the spotlight? And will he ever find a friend to dance by his side?
Set in Paris, with a dancing tiger as the star, Tiger in a Tutu is an uplifting tale of following your dreams and pursuing your talent, no matter what.
Written and illustrated by Fabi Santiago
Published by Orchard/ Hachette
★ Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2017
★ Featured on the Scottish Book Trust list of Books That Challenge Gender Expectations.
“This is an uplifting debut picture book by an exciting new author-illustrator, which highlights the importance of determination, self-belief and friendship.”
★ Booktrust
“A superb début. A terrific author/illustrator who has a keen understanding of the picturebook format and whose writing skills are an excellent match for her illustration skills.”
★ Children’s Book Ireland
“This book is perfect. Not an ounce of it could be improved, and it left me with a warm feeling inside. If that doesn't say très bien I don't know what does.”
★ The Book Bag
“Engagingly romantic.
Set in Paris, the saga of Max and his determination to get on the stage reads something like a fun version of Billy Elliot.”
★ The Independent
“A bold story about breaking with tradition and being proud to be yourself. A triumph. Encore!”
★ WRD Magazine
“A touching tale of friendship beautifully illustrated, with echoes of the classics Madeline and Eloise in Paris.”
★ Nursery World
“Tiger in a Tutu is a tale of dreams, never giving up, acceptance, love and friendship… one little picture book with one humongous heart!”
★ Book Monsters
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