Books for Children

Despite the creepy bug-eyed cover, Love Monster by Rachel Bright (HarperCollins; €8.35) is the story of an ugly monster, unloved and the butt of children’s jibes.

Is there nobody who will love him? But sometimes, “when you least expect it, love finds you.” A charming tale of friendship for three- to four-year-olds.

Super-Duper Dudley by Sue Mongredien, illustrated by Caroline Pedler (Little Tiger; €13.03 HB) is a big book to read aloud. Dudley the puppy is a brave adventurer for whom danger exists for him to conquer. But when his best friend Bonzo finds a skill of his own, Dudley must learn talent is not confined to him alone. A warm-hearted lesson in acknowledging the skills of one’s peers. Age four and upwards.