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What to expect

Cuddle up and laugh with this heart-warming and funny new children’s picture book from number-one bestselling author David Walliams!

One morning, deep in the forest, a beautiful baby panda was born. The panda was different to all the others, as he had dazzling orange fur.

“I will call you Marmalade,” his mummy whispered. . .

Meet Marmalade, the little panda who goes on a big adventure as he sets off to explore the forest one day to find where he belongs. Along the way, he meets all sorts of animals . . . until he sees he has come full circle and is back home with his mum, which is where he always did belong, of course!

This gorgeous and endearing story is a celebration of family love, being yourself and finding your place in the world. It is the perfect story to share with your special someone – big or little.

Critics Review

  • PRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS’ PICTURE BOOKS:

    “Pre-schoolers will roar with laughter” – Daily Express

    “Part Aesop, part Spike Milligan… this is rollicking stuff” – Big Issue

    “Funny and with brilliant illustrations… sure to be another bestseller” – The Sun

    PRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS:

    “I absolutely love David Walliams’s books. In a few more years they will become classics.” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole

    “Dahl finally has a worthy successor” – Telegraph

    “Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air” – The Sun

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