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About the author
Award-winning author and busy working mum of two daughters, two step-daughters and a cat. When I’m not at princess parties or soft play, you’ll find me with a nose in a book drinking endless cups of coffee in my home in Essex, UK. I’m passionate about reading and hope to turn as many children into bookworms as possible.
What Readers Are Saying
One of the best books you will read on sibling’s arrival. Such a beautifully written book on the hope vs. reality of having a new sibling. The way the author describes the emotions of the older sibling at every stage is just so relatable. The illustrations are super cute and the overall feel of the book is very neat. This book will definitely make you smile. Highly recommend it!
Tanu Tiwari
I'm Going to Have a Sister
Laura and Francesca nailed the story and the illustrations this is so cute! I loved the simplicity of the story and the illustrations. One thing I definitely point out is that these ladies have their own unique style which is different from a lot of children’s books I have read. This one definitely stands out! Such a perfect Christmas gift for any little girl who is about to become a big sister! Definitely recommend this book!
Shiloh M
I'm Going to Have a Sister
This could’ve been written by my own eldest daughter, she relates, as I’m sure many, many older siblings will. It doesn’t sugar-coat having a new sibling (let’s face it, newborns really aren’t that entertaining for other children, they don’t do much!), instead it shows how the love grows over time. And all those wonderful things the older sister imagines doing WILL happen soon enough!
Suzy Black
I'm Going to Have a Sister
What a gorgeous book! This is another absolutely adorable book by Laura Diebelius . A heartwarming about the excitement and reality of becoming a big brother is beautifully told , through a series of cute and fun illustrations, great rhymes and very relatable scenarios. It perfectly captures the emotional, funny and precious moments perfectly. Highly recommended for all families and schools.
ZN
I'm Going to Have a Brother
Current books
Gold-medal winner of the Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2023.
Lottie is bursting with excitement about the impending arrival of her little sister. She dreams of all the adventures they’ll have together, from playing at schools to jumping in muddy puddles. However, when her little sister finally arrives, things take an unexpected turn. Lottie learns that babies aren’t very fun. Will she ever get to play with her baby sister?
Through its charming rhymes and adorable illustrations, “I’m Going to Have a Sister” sensitively explores the emotions of an older sibling adjusting to the presence of a new baby in the family.
Benji can’t contain his excitement about becoming a big brother. He dreams of all the adventures they’ll have together, from building rockets to racing bikes. However, when the long-awaited day finally arrives, things take an unexpected turn. Little brother seems more interested in naps than playing and Benji’s patience wears thin. However, as the days pass, something magical begins to happen.
This heartwarming tale reminds us that love, patience and a little bit of waiting can lead to the sweetest surprises.
Awards
Pre-school picture book 2023 winner
Judged by primary school children at eight schools in the UK, I’m Going to Have a Sister was the 2023 Wishing Shelf Book Awards gold medal winner.
Favourite kid's reads 6 & under finalist
I’m Going to Have a Sister has been shortlisted for the 2024 Indieverse Awards. Results in November 2024.
