Maudie and Chip: The Perfect Day Out

Fall in love with Maudie and Chip: The Perfect Day Out—the charming first book in a brand-new illustrated picture book series from multi-award-winning creator Rosalind Beardshaw, highlighted by The Bookseller as one of the top titles not to miss!

About the Book: Maudie and Chip are best friends, even if they don't always see things the exact same way. Today, they are off to the seaside for a dream outing featuring a sunny picnic and a fun trip on a boat. It's supposed to be the best day ever! But when a cheeky seagull swoops down to steal their chips, the rain clouds roll in, and they end up stranded at sea, their perfect day out starts to look a whole lot like a disaster. Luckily for Maudie, she can always rely on her wonderful best friend Chip to find the silver lining. Whether you're a ‘Maudie’ or a ‘Chip’, prepare to be completely enchanted by this heartwarming, funny, and comforting new series created for every little adventurer!

Key Features & Benefits:

• Award-Winning Creator: Written and illustrated by the multi-award-winning Rosalind Beardshaw, celebrated for her warm and engaging children's books.

• Critically Acclaimed: Featured by The Bookseller in their June 2026 roundup of "10 Titles Not to Miss," described as "seriously cute and full of heart."

• Relatable Themes: Explores friendship, managing unexpected bumps in the road, optimism, and seaside adventures in a way young children can easily grasp.

• The Perfect Gift: An adorable picture book present for birthdays, storytime collections, and young readers stepping out on their own big adventures.