Rachel Bright

  • 5 stars across 74 books
Rachel Bright Biography
Rachel Bright is a wordsmith, illustrator and professional thinker of happy thoughts. She has written several books for children, including Love Monster, The Lion Inside and The Koala Who Could - winner of the Evening Standard Oscar's Book Prize and the Sainsbury's Book Award. Her books have sold over 100,000 copies in the UK alone and been translated into over 25 languages. She is also the creator of award-winning stationery and homewares range, The Brightside.

Rachel lives on a farm near the seaside, with her partner and their new baby daughter.

Our favourite Rachel Bright Book Characters
Walter - from Walter and the No Need To Worry Suit
Cyril and Bruce - from The Squirrels Who Squabbled
Kevin - from The Koala Who Could

Our favourite Rachel Bright Book Quotes
“It was time to be strong, take a chance ... after all, Forever was such a long time to feel small.” (The Lion Inside)
10th March 2016

The Lion Inside: From The World of Rachel Bright & Jim Field

A bestselling story about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar.In ... MoreThe Lion Inside: From The World of Rachel Bright & Jim Field

(59 reviews) Review
7th September 2017

The Squirrels Who Squabbled

 Two greedy squirrels learn to share in the third hilarious rhyming adventure from the bestselling creators of THE LION... MoreThe Squirrels Who Squabbled

(56 reviews) Review
20th February 2020

A DinoFeelings Book: The Worrysaurus

A fun and reassuring tale about dealing with worries from the author of the bestselling The Lion Inside.It's a beautiful... MoreA DinoFeelings Book: The Worrysaurus

(47 reviews) Review
8th September 2016

The Koala Who Could

A funny rhyming story about dealing with change and overcoming worries, from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside... MoreThe Koala Who Could

(39 reviews) Review
5th August 2021

The Whale Who Wanted More: From The World of Rachel Bright & Jim Field

A stunning undersea tale of friendship, community and discovery from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside.Under g... MoreThe Whale Who Wanted More: From The World of Rachel Bright & Jim Field

(38 reviews) Review
2nd February 2023

The Gecko and the Echo: From The World of Rachel Bright & Jim Field

WINNER OF THE LAUGH-OUT-LOUD BOOK AWARDS 2024 POETRY CATEGORY! A flamboyantly fun tropical tale of love, fame, friendshi... MoreThe Gecko and the Echo: From The World of Rachel Bright & Jim Field

(35 reviews) Review
21st January 2021

Slug in Love: The perfect gift for Valentine's Day!

The irresistible story of one slug's search for love from picture book bestsellers Rachel Bright and Nadia Shireen. Pure... MoreSlug in Love: The perfect gift for Valentine's Day!

(24 reviews) Review
13th May 2021

A DinoFeelings Book: The Hugasaurus

A joyful celebration of the power of kindness from Rachel Bright, author of the bestselling The Lion Inside.One sunny mo... MoreA DinoFeelings Book: The Hugasaurus

(23 reviews) Review
5th January 2012

Love Monster

A warm and witty story featuring Love Monster, who now appears in his own animated television show on CBeeb... MoreLove Monster

(17 reviews) Review
4th February 2021

Love Monster and the Extremely Big Wave

A funny and empowering new story featuring Love Monster, who now appears in his own animated television sho... MoreLove Monster and the Extremely Big Wave

(17 reviews) Review
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