Hailed by the likes of the New York Times as “an object of art” and by TV host Bear Grylls who calls it “Love, friendship and kindness — this book speaks a universal language”, this surprise bestseller is a beautiful tale for our modern times.

When illustrator Charlie Mackesy first uploaded an illustration of a boy and a mole on his Instagram account two years ago, little did he expect the emotional impact it would make and warm positive reactions it received. He’s since turned his series of drawings into a compendium of thoughts and conversations where the four titular characters muse about kindness, courage, life, hope and strength.

Neither a linear story book nor a self-help tome, this earnest and refreshing picture book reflects hope and comfort on every page.

A perfect snuggle-up, inspiring tale whether you’re 2 years old or 92.