The giant couldn't believe it. He had found the perfect Olive. So round, so shiny, so black-he must show all of his friends! So starts the journey of The Giant as he runs to share his happiness with everyone and the sorrow and joy that grows from his jubilation.
Leo Daly, the son of iconic South African illustrator and writer Niki Daly, re-imagines the universal tale of loss, grief, and the joy of new beginnings. A simple but empathetic story borne from the pain and loss of a miscarriage, this big-hearted, humorous story of a tall Giant in love with a little Olive examines our loves, passions, and the destruction of loss. A breath of fresh air that unflinchingly tackles our greatest fear.
Like Where the Wild Things Are or Frog and Toad, A Lost Button, The Giant and the Olive tackles our fears and triumphs with humor and grace. A tale for any age from the kindergartner to the octogenarian.
| ISBN: | 9781960803283 |
| Publication date: | 19th March 2026 |
| Author: | Leo Daly |
| Illustrator: | Leo Daly |
| Publisher: | Catalyst Book Press an imprint of Catalyst Press |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Genres: |
PSHE: Bereavement and Grief Children’s / Teenage general interest: Fairies, elves, etc Children’s / Teenage category fiction Children’s / Teenage social topics: Accidents, disasters or emergencies |