Joint winner of the Richard and Judy "Early" 5+ Category.
The best-selling, underpants-loving Aliens are given a new look in this attractive and robust board book version. No underwear is safe when the Aliens are around and the jaunty rhyming text is a perfect match for the exuberant and life affirming illustrations.
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Aliens love underpants, In every shape and size, But there are no underpants in space, So here's a big surprise ...You probably thought that aliens came down to earth with a view to taking over the planet - but, no, they simply want to steal your pants! This zany, hilarious tale, delightfully brought to life by Ben Cort's vibrant illustrations, is sure to enchant and amuse the whole family. With a madcap, rhyming text, perfect for joining in, this story is fantastically fresh and funny - you'll laugh your pants off!
Claire Freedman lives on the Essex coast. She has worked for the BBC, Harrods and for a reprographic company and now writes full-time. Claire discovered her love of writing for children after joining a local writing group – which she still enjoys attending regularly. She began by writing stories and picture strips for comics including Twinkle, Pingu and Sesame Street, before trying her hand at picture books. She is the author of a number of books for children, including SNUGGLE UP, SLEEPY ONES and DILLY DUCKLING FOR Little Tiger Press. When not writing, Claire spends her time sailing, walking in the countryside and, when she can, travelling abroad.
Ben Cort (pictured) studied Illustration at Harrow College. He is well-known for his picture books Aliens Love Underpants and Dinosaurs Love Underpants written by Claire Freedman. He was short-listed for The English 4-11 Awards for the Best Children's Illustrated Books of 2003. As well as illustration, he is also interested in photography and computer manipulated imaging. Ben lives in Battersea.
