The Hushlings are always quiet and polite, and that's the way they like it. Except for Maeve . . . When the noisy Kerfuffle Bird arrives, Maeve is overjoyed to have someone to whoop and shriek with. But can they find a way to live in harmony with the other Hushlings?

`"Rocking between introversion and extroversion, this picture book has a story to tell, exploring how to strike a healthy balance between openly expressing oneself and taking time out to rest and recharge....The bouncing rhymes move the story on a pace, and the vibrant, multi coloured illustrations follow the characters brilliantly." ' -Books for Keeps `"This is a joyful and charming story about friendship and the importance of expressing feelings. The rhyming structure is clever, energetic, and a delight to read aloud."' Children's Books Ireland `"Bestselling author and illustrator duo, Helen Docherty and Gwen Millward, raise the roof and the tempo with this joyful and fun-filled story about self-expression which will have youngsters giggling and guffawing at the frantic antics of the adorably chaotic Kerfuffle Bird."' The Lancashire Post `"Millward's scratchy, wild drawings in bright pink, yellow and blue? are the perfect accompaniment to this fabulous exploration of feelings and freedom."' Imogen Carter, The Observer `"A joy to read out loud with gorgeous, flamboyant illustrations that dance and fly and tug on the heartstrings. The perfect book for cultivating confidence and self expression."' Rebecca Ashdown, award winning illustrator of Thunderboots `"Sweet, colourful, and full of chaotic fun! I dare you not to fall in love with the Hushlings and the fantastically named Kerfuffle Bird! Gorgeous rhyming story about holding big feelings in, standing out, fitting in and accepting who you are. Loved it."' Marcela Ferreira, author of Bear vs Dragon

Helen Docherty is an internationally award-winning picture book author whose work has been translated into 27 languages, adapted for the stage, and set to music. Her acclaimed picture books include Snatchabook (Alison Green Books), The Knight Who Wouldn't Fight (Alison Green Books), and Blue Baboon Finds Her Tune (Sourcebooks). Helen has lived and worked in France, Spain, Cuba and Mexico, and now lives in Swansea, Wales. Gwen Millward studied illustration in Edinburgh and is best known as the illustrator of The Bog Baby by Jeanne Willis (Puffin). She is also the illustrator of Guess What I Found in Dragon Wood?, The Beasties, and Stories from Bug Garden. Gwen lives in Bristol, UK.

A funny and beautifully written story about introversion and extroversion by bestselling author, Helen Docherty. Explores how to strike a healthy balance between expressing yourself and taking time out to rest and recharge. Kerfuffle Bird and the Hushlings' world is joyfully brought to life by Gwen Millward's energetic illustrations.