Written and illustrated by Fabi Santiago
Published by Orchard
Tiger in a Tutu
Max lives a life of luxury in Paris zoo. But Max isn't like other tigers - he is a tiger with a dream!
Max longs to pirouette and plié, to leap and spin. He wants to be a dazzling dancer, shining on the stage! But will this tiger in a tutu get his moment in the spotlight? And will he ever find a friend to dance by his side?
Set in Paris, with a dancing tiger as the star, Tiger in a Tutu is an uplifting tale of following your dreams and pursuing your talent, no matter what.
★ Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2017
★ Featured on the Scottish Book Trust list of Books That Challenge Gender Expectations.
“Engagingly romantic. Set in Paris, the saga of Max and his determination to get on the stage reads something like a fun version of Billy Elliot.”
★ The Independent
“This is an uplifting debut picture book by an exciting new author-illustrator, which highlights the importance of determination, self-belief and friendship.”
★ Booktrust
“A superb début. A terrific author/illustrator who has a keen understanding of the picturebook format and whose writing skills are an excellent match for her illustration skills.”
★ Children’s Book Ireland
“This book is perfect. Not an ounce of it could be improved, and it left me with a warm feeling inside. If that doesn't say très bien I don't know what does.”
★ The Book Bag
“A bold story about breaking with tradition and being proud to be yourself. A triumph. Encore!”
