Chris Naylor-Ballesteros

  • 5 stars across 16 books
Chris is originally from Bradford and studied illustration and graphic design at Bradford College of Art. In 2000 he moved to France where, amongst other things, he was an English teacher before working in newspaper layout and design.
When his children were small he realised he loved the picture books he read to them, sometimes even more than his children did - the Picture Book Bug had truly bitten.
Chris has since written and illustrated several books and is currently thinking about the next one, probably with a cuppa in hand at home near Limoges.
He likes listening to and making music, wandering around the countryside, a bit of running and riding a bike. His favourite season is autumn and his favourite colour is green.

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7th October 2021

Tiny Reindeer: A heartwarming Christmas story

Meet Santa's smallest helper: Tiny Reindeer! He doesn't quite fit in, but when a very special letter arrives before Chri... MoreTiny Reindeer: A heartwarming Christmas story

(23 reviews) Review
12th January 2023

Frank and Bert: The One Where Bert Learns to Ride a Bike

Join Frank and Bert on a wibbly-wobbly bike ride in this relatable story about friendship, learning to ride a bike, and,... MoreFrank and Bert: The One Where Bert Learns to Ride a Bike

(17 reviews) Review
3rd February 2022

Frank and Bert

Meet Frank and Bert - a fox and bear who love to play games almost as much as they love their friendship! The first book... MoreFrank and Bert

(15 reviews) Review
2nd May 2019

The Suitcase

Shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2020Shortlisted for the 2020 CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal "At a time when over 65 milli... MoreThe Suitcase

(13 reviews) Review
16th January 2025

Frank and Bert: The One Where Bert Plays Football

Join Frank and Bert for a kickabout in this funny story about friendship and football that proves two's company but thre... MoreFrank and Bert: The One Where Bert Plays Football

(10 reviews) Review
17th April 2025

Party Animal

Introverted and socially anxious Tortoise discovers that parties with friends aren't as overwhelming as he thinks . . . ... MoreParty Animal

(9 reviews) Review
14th January 2021

Out of Nowhere

A feel-good picture book about friendship and change, from the bestselling author of The Suitcase, translated into over ... MoreOut of Nowhere

(7 reviews) Review
14th March 2024

Frank and Bert: The One With the Missing Biscuits

Join Frank and Bert as they go for a delicious picnic in this amusing story about patience, friendship, and saying sorry... MoreFrank and Bert: The One With the Missing Biscuits

(3 reviews) Review
6th April 2017

I'm Going to Eat This Ant

There are so many scrumptious ways to eat this ant. Seared like steak or squished in a sausage ...sundried, salted or sl... MoreI'm Going to Eat This Ant

(2 reviews) Review
11th January 2018

I Love You, Stick Insect

Stick Insect is IN LOVE! Just think of all the fun and laughter he will have with his perfect partner - surfing the oce... MoreI Love You, Stick Insect

(2 reviews) Review
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The Teacup The Teacup

The Teacup

Hardback
2nd July 2026

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