Synopses & Reviews
Young Hamlet loves to cook, but so far hes only dabbled with dishes like Invisible Worm Tart with dandelion cream. As luck would have it, Hamlet inherits a café from his uncle Alf. Heralding the advice of King Heron—To Bake the Best Biscuit, A Young Pig Should Risk It—Hamlet takes the plunge and becomes the new owner of Hamlets Pantry. Together, his friends help him prepare the menu and get ready for opening day. Set in the enchanting world of Sniggery Woods, these three winning tales bring to life the adventures of an imaginative pig destined to follow his dream.
Review
"As an ambitious cast of characters is introduced, more background would add spice to the three connected stories, but its so cozy and cheerful, readers will crave more than just this taste of Hamlets adventures anyway."--Kirkus Reviews
Review
“Its so cozy and cheerful, readers will crave more than just this taste of Hamlets adventures anyway.”—Kirkus Reviews“Steeped in the literary tradition that features an idyllic English landscape peopled by dressed animals, the…interesting stories and gentle illustrations combine to create an atmosphere of cozy charm.”—Booklist
Synopsis
Set in the enchanting world of Sniggery Woods, these three winning tales bring to life the adventures of an imaginative pig destined to follow his dream. Illustrations.
About the Author
MAGGIE KNEEN has illustrated many books for young readers, including Mouse Tail Moon and Toad by the Road. She lives in Cheshire, England.