A poignant and timely tale about the power of bookshops and reading from the award-winning Michael Foreman.

When the Mayor decides to close down Joey's favourite bookshop in order to build a big superstore, Joey calls upon his friend, Origami Girl, to help. Origami Girl creates an army out of characters from famous children's books to put a stop to the mayor and the builders before it is too late!

"One of the great British illustrators, Foreman comes out strongly this time for endangered booksellers and libraries" - Independent

"Michael Foreman celebrates the power of favourite characters to win over hearts and minds!" - Lovereading, Julia Eccleshare Pick of the Month

"A must for librarians and lovers of books everywhere." - The School Librarian

"Great fun, done with a very light touch, and all in a very good cause." - Irish Times

"Inspiring and heart-warming… a truly powerful message to introduce early readers to the wonder of books." - Carousel