Lottie the Little Wonder

"When she's told that girls can't play tennis as well as boys, Charlotte 'Lottie' Dod proves otherwise, in a lively account of the real-life tennis star who won the 1887 Wimbledon Ladies' Singles at 15. A dauntless, inspiring little story" - The Guardian

"An action-filled, heartfelt . . . celebration of a determined and daring girl from a small northern town will provide both entertainment and empowerment, and with Ella Okstad's gallery of vibrant and energetic illustrations bringing the action to life, this is the perfect victory parade for sporting superstar Lottie!" - Lancashire Post

"Not only is this a wonderful story about sport, but it also shows how important it is to believe in your abilities and not to let others bring you down with their criticisms . . . perfect for those in KS1." - The English Association

"Perfect for International Women's Day, Lottie the Little Wonder reminds everyone not to underestimate little girls and to empower them to be whoever they want to be." - Scope for Imagination, blog

"Thank goodness for publishing with a conscience in the 21st century and the surge of children's literature empowering our young girls . . . Bravo for this joyful, educational and insightful children's book celebrating women's history in the UK!" - The Kids Books Curator, blog

"Beautifully told . . . compassionate and inspirational." - BookBound, blog

"A fun simple read rich in colour illustrations, bringing to life little Lottie Dod from more than a hundred years ago" - An Awfully Big Blog Adventure, blog

"Beautifully blends fact and fiction to bring the real Lottie's incredible achievements to life . . . a wonderful celebration of resilience, talent, and breaking barriers - perfect for young readers and sports enthusiasts alike. It also contains lovely illustrations." - The Children's Book Nook, blog