Everyone is invited to Lion’s home – even Bear, who no-one else wants to be friends with! Lion has sent everyone some boots, so they can safely cross the fast-flowing river. But Bear doesn’t feel he is good enough to accept Lion’s invitation. Will he ever make it to the celebrations?

• Inspired by the Bible story of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, this is a heart-warming story of unconditional love and acceptance.

• Joyful illustrations from Krisztina Kallai Nagy – and adorable animals in boots!

Sally Ann Wright is a trained teacher and experienced author. She has written a large number of books for children, including several retellings of well-loved Bible stories. Married with four children, she lives just outside London.

Krisztina Kállai Nagy was born in Hungary and trained as a graphic designer before starting her own design and illustration business. She lives in Budapest.