Lucy Fleming has been an avid doodler and bookworm since early childhood, and graduated from the University of Lincoln with a first-class honours degree in Illustration. She is the author-illustrator of Ella's Night Lights and Oak and has illustrated a number of books including Small Person's Guide to Grandmas, written by Jane Clarke, and River Rose and the Magical Christmas, written by singer Kelly Clarkson. Originally from Warwickshire, she now lives and works in Cheshire.
A simple story about Lily the Pond Mermaid who looks after the pond inhabitants but who worries about keeping everyone safe. It's only when her worst fears are realised, that she finds she has a small flicker of courage inside her and, with the help of her pond friends, they can weather the ferocious storm together. A gentle, reassuring story to help children understand their worries and anxieties and learn that 'a problem shared is a problem halved! Bold, bright colourful illustrations add to the joy of this lovely picture book. * The School Librarian *