Author(s): Frida Nilsson

Junior Fiction | Adventure | Humour | Gecko Press

The audacious and captivating Hattie and her best friend Linda navigate the social politics of their first school years in this funny illustrated chapter book.

Hattie wants a horse more than anything. Her friend Ellen has three ponies. When Hattie’s father finally comes home with a horse float, Hattie is ecstatic.

But instead of a horse, out stomps Olaf—a donkey. Now Hattie not only has horse fever, she suddenly catches lying sickness as well.

Review:

Wirsen's black-and-white illustrations are full of spark and life, complementing the story's quirky aspect. A sparkling story that honors the sensibilities and world of young schoolchildren. -- Kirkus Reviews
"Hattie and Olaf" is an impressively original, deftly written, and charmingly entertaining novel by author/storyteller Firda Nilsson that is nicely illustrated with black-and-white sketch art by illustrator Stina Wirsen. -- Midwest Book Review, Children's Bookwatch
Hattie and Olaf is a heartwarming and hilarious addition to a series I love. I can't wait to see what Frida Nilsson does next! -- Readings Bookshops