Alison Brown studied Fine Art at Liverpool John Moores University and Goldsmiths College, London, and worked as a designer in an advertising agency before beginning a full-time writer and illustrator. She learned to draw by copying cartoon strips from her comics and her father’s newspapers, particularly the Peanuts cartoons by Charles M. Schulz. She lives in Leeds.
<p>A delightfully funny celebration of bees – and the importance of bee-ing your true self</p><p>– from the Queen of Cute, Alison Brown.</p><p>Billie is a bee with BIG ambition!</p><p>When the Festival of Talents comes to town, Billie is determined to show off her skills. She’s</p><p>intelligent! She’s cute! She’s agile!</p><p>But Billie’s human friend has a bit of advice: don’t use your wings. Some people are funny about bees</p><p>…</p><p>Can Billie share her talents without revealing her true identity? Shhh!</p><p>Why we’re making a beeline for Billie …</p><p>• An fun-filled introduction to the superstars of the insect world – including bonus bee facts</p><p>• A celebration of bee-ing your true self</p><p>• Perfect for young children who are nervous of bees or learning about their unique importance</p>
