Winter''s Tale

A captivating picture book retelling by Shakespeare's Globe for very young readers.

William Shakespeare's play about love, loss and jealousy in the far-off kingdoms of Sicilia and Bohemia is unforgettably re-imagined by Shakespeare's Globe as a picture book for very young readers. With exquisite and detailed illustrations from the acclaimed artist Jane Ray, who has previously been shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal, this fresh retelling is a magical way to introduce children to one of the best-loved works of the world's greatest playwright.

About the author

Georghia Ellinas, a former English teacher, has focused on working with teachers across the UK and the world for the last thirty years. She has written several books about teaching Shakespeare, and in her role as Head of Learning at Shakespeare's Globe was responsible for creating programmes to make Shakespeare accessible and relevant to children of all ages. She lives in the south of England.An acclaimed and award-winning artist whose distinctive artwork for children’s books is recognized around the world.

Product details

• Authors: Georghia Ellinas, Ellinas Georghia, The Shakespeare Globe Trust
• Assisted by: Jane Ray (Illustration), Ray Jane (Illustration)
• Publisher: Walker Books Uk
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 5 to 9
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 11.09.2025
• EAN: 9781529502152
• ISBN: 978-1-5295-0215-2
• No. of pages: 32
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Picture books; Picture storybooks, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Traditional stories, JUVENILE FICTION / Performing Arts / Theater & Musicals, Traditional Stories (Children's/Ya)