Here We Are (notes For Living On Planet Earth)

By (author) Oliver Jeffers; By (author) Jeffers Oliver; Illustrated by Jeffers Oliver
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#1 New York Times Bestseller and #1 TIME Best Book of the Year for 2017!

The exquisite and thought-provoking book from the multi award-winning, internationally best-selling picture book creator of Lost and Found, Oliver Jeffers.

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#1 New York Times Bestseller and #1 TIME Best Book of the Year for 2017!

The exquisite and thought-provoking book from the multi award-winning, internationally best-selling picture book creator of Lost and Found, Oliver Jeffers.

Well, hello.
And welcome to this Planet.
We call it Earth.

Our world can be a bewildering place, especially if you’ve only just got here. Your head will be filled with questions, so let’s explore what makes our planet and how we live on it. From land and sky, to people and time, these notes can be your guide and start you on your journey. And you’ll figure lots of things out for yourself. Just remember to leave notes for everyone else… Some things about our planet are pretty complicated, but things can be simple, too: you’ve just got to be kind.

Here We Are is the utterly heartfelt new book from Oliver Jeffers. We’re glad you found it.

“An optimistic snapshot of contemporary life, this heartfelt hug of a book ought to become a classic” The Guardian

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‘The witty images are atmospheric and full of enthralling detail’ Nicolette Jones, The Times

‘An optimistic snapshot of contemporary life, this heartfelt hug of a book ought to become a classic’ Guardian

‘Beautiful illustrations’ Creative Review

‘There is a childlike awe and wonder about the stars and planets in the book’ The Irish Times

‘Delightfully illustrated’ Time

‘Beautifully illustrated’ Artists & Illustrators

‘This performer had assured pace and charm. The storytelling was captivating and a beautifully realised gem, with a surprise ending. Gorgeous!’ Audio Production Awards judges

Biographical note

Oliver Jeffers graduated from The University of Ulster in 2001 with First Class honours. His outstanding talent has been recognised by several high-profile awards, including the Nestlé Children’s Book Prize Gold Award. ‘Lost and Found’ animation was broadcast on Channel 4. Oliver lives and works in Brookyln, New York.

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The phenomenal international bestseller from Oliver Jeffers

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The phenomenal international bestseller from Oliver Jeffers

• New York Times #1 Best Seller in first week of publication!

• #1 TIME Best Book of the Year for 2017

• Oliver Jeffers won Gold in the new ‘Audio Performer of the Year’ category at the Audio Production Awards, 2018

• Shortlisted for the London Book Fair Children''s Travel Book of the Year

• Here We Are was inspired by the birth of Oliver’s son, Harland

• A moving, thought-provoking book, taking the reader on a journey through a series of heartfelt notes introducing planet earth

• The perfect gift for a new baby or new sibling. Here We Are will have powerful resonance for parents, or anyone who has held a small baby

• A manifesto for hope and kindness during turbulent times of conflict in a disconnected world. The Giving Tree for the 21st century

• Publication of Here We Are will build on the heritage of Oliver’s classic and original picture books which have set him apart as a best-selling, master picture book maker and children’s book icon

• Oliver is one of the most important and talented artists in today’s market, whose