words & pictures Pricklepaper's Letter Magic | Picture Book | Ages 3-7

Join Pricklepaper the litter-picking hedgehog in this rewarding picture book by celebrated wordsmith Tom Read Wilson. Discover how small acts of generosity and simple wordplay can lead to something truly magical, making this an ideal read for children learning about friendship and kindness.

• Explores themes of sharing, kindness, and generosity through a charming story.
• Features delightful rhyme and wordplay, encouraging engagement with language patterns.
• Brought to life with adorable, timeless full-colour illustrations by Rebecca Bagley.
• Written by actor, author, TV presenter, and wordsmith Tom Read Wilson.
• Perfect for children learning about friendship and the impact of good deeds.

Pricklepaper loves collecting scraps of paper in the park, especially when the letters spell a new, snuggly word. On his way home, he encounters friends in need, lending his ear and offering advice. He discovers the letters collected on his quills might solve their problems. After sharing his letters, Pricklepaper is initially sad to lose his word, but the remaining letters form a new, meaningful word: L.O.V.E.

• Brand: words & pictures
• Author: Tom Read Wilson
• Illustrator: Rebecca Bagley
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 32 pages
• Reading Age: 3 - 7 years
• Grade Level: Reception - 2
• Dimensions: 152 x 12 x 214mm (15.24 x 1.22 x 21.39 cm)
• Weight: 350g
• Publication Date: September 24, 2026
• ISBN-13: 978-1836009726

This picture book invites young readers to celebrate sharing and kindness while playfully engaging with words and language structure.