Take a journey into space with this wonderful love story from alien tribes, from the creators of The Gruffalo and Stick Man. The Smeds (who are red) do not mix with the Smoos (who are blue). However, when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love, their families strongly oppose them. But peace is restored and love conquers all in this happiest of love stories. There’s even a beautiful purple baby to celebrate! The complete book comes with a CD that includes the story, a listening game, and a song, all performed by the award-winning actress Imelda Staunton. The Smeds and the Smoos will be BBC1's upcoming animated movie for Christmas 2022.

Glory for the Smeds and Smoos: A book for our time. BBC Radio 4. Start with the most exciting book from the creator of The Gruffalo. Get ready for a tight and wonderful journey through space in a book perfect for reading together. The Sun. The Gruffalo team presents its own Jabberwocky, with rhyme and nonsense but a happy ending, creatively illustrated by Scheffler. The Times. A timely story of tolerance that is fun to read aloud. Daily Express.