Gary the gorilla is the only animal in the jungle who is lonely all the other animals seem to have companions and even the people of the village are frightened of him so they stay well away. But Gary has nightmares that hunters catch him, and he wishes that everyone could see how lonely and afraid he is. Then one day a tiny sunbird hamed Ray thinks he looks so sad that he ventures to talk to him. Soon this unlikely pair are best of friends, but Ray has a family and Gary can't help wishing for one too. Then one day Ray doesn't show up as usual, only to return days later with a wonderful surprise for Gary. In this delightful story of friendship, Ray's resourcefulness in support of his fearsome friend has a touching and satisfying ending.
Sarah Adams studied Art and Design at Hull College of Art. After graduating she completed a post-graduate in illustration at Central St Martins School of Art in London. Sarah has worked for numerous and varied publishers including Walker Books (UK), Orchard Books and The Times but GARY AND RAY is the first picture book she both wrote and illustrated. She has exhibited her work widely in London both in mixed and solo shows. Her specialisation is Progressive Linocut. In 2007 she completed an MA in children's book illustration at the Ruskin School of Art Cambridge. She lives and works in Hoxton, London.
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Distributor: Perseus Distribution
Publication Date: 05-25-2010
Pages: 36
Measurements: 10.63in X 8.50in X 13.50oz
