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African Stories: Once Upon a Leopard

Ken Wilson-Max

Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out WHY Leopard has spots!

Once upon a time, Leopard didn't have a wonderfully spotty coat. Until he rescued a firebird from the flames and she left her sooty mark on his golden fur.

A vibrant animal adventure perfect for curious little ones. Written by Ken Wilson-Max and illustrated by the multi award-winning Chantelle and Burgen Thorne.

Also available in the African Stories series: Once Upon an Elephant, Once Upon a Zebra, Once Upon a Lion, Once Upon a Giraffe, Once Upon a Hippo, Once Upon a Hyena, Once Upon a Buffalo, Once Upon a Rhino, and Once Upon a Chameleon.

  • Classification : Picture Books
  • Pub Date : JAN 16, 2025
  • Imprint : Hodder Children's Books
  • Page Extent : 32
  • Binding : PB
  • ISBN : 9781444978148
  • Price : INR 599
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Ken Wilson-Max

Ken Wilson-Max (Author) Ken Wilson-Max is an award-winning author, illustrator and publisher of children's books. He was born and raised in Zimbabwe. He trained to be a graphic designer in Zimbabwe before coming to the UK. He now lives in London. In 2020 his book, Astro Girl, won the STEAM award for early years picture books. Where's Lenny? was listed in 50 Best Culturally Diverse Children's Books by The Guardian and Max Paints the House is listed in 150 Important Children's Books by the African American Literature Book Club. Ken has over 70 children's books published by over 15 international publishers in many languages worldwide. Tumi Katrien Steyn (Illustrator) Tumi K Steyn is a self taught artist who lives in Johannesburg, South Africa. She enjoys reading and collecting picture books; and delights in dreaming up new characters.

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