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What the critics say

A rhythmic journey through a child's day that is lovely for bedtime
- The Bookseller

Gentle enough for a bedtime read, the uncomplicated pen and ink illustrations are beautifully crafted
- Carousel

Delightful little tale . . . The illustrations are beautiful . . . The story is told in rhyme and young children will definitely find this a fun story for any time of the day. I can see why this talented author and illustrator is an award winner
- South Wales Argus

An inspiring read aloud for bedtime readers
- Irish Examiner

It is easy to understand why Katie Cleminson won the Booktrust Early Years Award for Best Emerging Illustrator, with her clear pictures, smooth lines and differing perspectives she is a brilliant new talent with much to offer her young audience
- Armadillo

Katie Cleminson is clearly a very talented illustrator and author
- Tidy Books Blog

Lovingly rendered characters in predominantly primary-coloured palette, given life and shape and detail by their fluid ink outlines
- Attic Door Loves Books

The rhythm and brilliant illustrations carry us along from dawn until dusk
- Oxford Times

There's a real magic to her illustrations. On the one had they appear to be simple and yet they capture feelings and atmospheres profoundly - looking at her images reminds me of reading poetry - you wonder how someone can say so much . . . with so few lines
- Playing by the Book

Wake Up! is an instant winner with bundles of energy and a pace that instantly instills a sense of purpose and cheer. Beautifully illustrated with pen and ink-style drawings, this is an upbeat cracker of a picture book
- The Bookseller

Beautifully illustrated . . . Cleminson's gental approach of having zoo animals represent animals throughout this book, mixed with a retro art feel will no doubt endear this book to younger readers
- South Wales Argus