Just So Stories

Allen & Unwin

July 2025

ISBN:9781761181450

Publisher: &U Children’s

Imprint: A & U Children

Thirty years and over 100 millions of sales on, Tashi is every bit as entertaining, clever, funny and brave as he ever was. I can still recall how enchanted I was on first meeting him, and knowing that the kiddos in my library would fall in love with this magical little man as well.

There will be children who already know the books. There will be some who’ve seen the TV show based on his adventures. There will even be parents who have wonderful memories of Tashi. Now a whole new generation, who’ve not yet had the joy, will get to meet him in this anniversary edition which not only features two bonus stories, but some previously unreleased illustrations.

I know it is terribly sad that neither Barbara nor Kim can see this celebration of their work with Anna but how joyous it is to know that Tashi lives on – and will continue to do so.

I’ve recently written my first article for Inspiring Minds Magazine (a relatively new publication for children) and for that introductory column, I have featured this gorgeous book, Tashi and the joy of magical stories he brings to us, because IMO every kid needs a little Tashi love in their lives.

Without a doubt it’s a 5 🦪🦪🦪🦪🦪(pearl of course, for 30 years!) rating and a sorrowful Vale Barbara and Kim – what a special legacy to leave for the generations, thank you from our hearts ❤️.