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The Sound of a Smile

The Sound of a Smile

Author: Louise GreigIllustrator: David Litchfield

In a noisy world filled with sound, silence is often hard to find. Yet, in this lovely picture book about a girl who cannot hear the sounds around her, other, more subtle forms of communication come to life through a smile, a wave, and a handhold with a friend. The illustrations convey busy streets that are in stark contrast with the quieter side of the world, embracing the beauty of non-verbal communication.

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  • Louise Greig is multi-award-winning author
  • Louise Greig was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2018
  • David Litchfield is a multi-award-winning illustrator
  • David Litchfield won the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2016
  • Own Voice
  • Disabled representation
  • Female lead