As the sun dips below the horizon, a little baby flying-fox, snuggled tightly in her mother’s wings, whispers to her Mama to wake up.

Now’s the time to …
Fly, Mama, Fly!

Under the starlit sky, they glide through the night – over the sea, past fluffy clouds – until they spot ‘sweet, juicy treats’ dangling in the trees.

Eat, Mama, Eat!

With full bellies and happy hearts, they take to the skies once more, soaring up toward the glowing moon.

I hold on tight, your heart to mine.
We soar as one till morning time.

And as the first rays of sunlight peek over the horizon, the pair cuddles close again.

Sleep, Mama, Sleep!

This is a tender heartwarming story, published in a sturdy board book format. The book invites interaction, with pages to turn both horizontally and vertically, mirroring the motion of flight or hanging from a branch.

Anna McGregor’s dreamy palette of purples and deep night tones captures the beauty of the nocturnal world, making it a soothing bedtime read.

At the back of the book, a dedicated page shares a little information about the grey-headed flying fox – a threatened species crucial for pollination and seed dispersal.

A gentle, special book – perfect for sharing before sleep.

Reviewed by Jane Stephens

Age Guide 2+

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Anna McGregor is a creator of modern, quirky and conceptual stories with humour and heart. Since beginning her career as a graphic designer, Anna is now emerging as an award-winning picture book author/illustrator.

Anna’s driving purpose is to delight and entertain children through timeless storytelling. With them, she explores evergreen issues through a child’s lens and allows them to interpret the stories in their own way and draw their own conclusions.

Anna has a deep curiosity about all things and finds her ideas by turning the mundane on its head, merging ideas or exploring wordplay — but always with a story that connects to the human experience.

Anna lives in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia with her husband and son.

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