Charlie Cook's Favourite Book

A rhyming celebration of the joy of books, Charlie Cook's Favourite Book is a bestselling classic from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. Charlie Cook is reading a book about a pirate, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading about a knight, who is reading about a frog . . . From kings and queens to aliens and ghosts, there's something for everyone in Charlie's amazing book of adventure! This classic story is a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small! 'A glorious celebration of books and reading' - Scotsman 'Both the words and the illustrations are full of fun and jokes . . . above all, it proves that reading is irresistible' - The Sunday Times Look out for Gruffalo Granny, the brand new Gruffalo picture book adventure - coming on 10th September 2026! Discover more picture books from Julia and Axel: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child and Room on the Broom.