Begin with a passage.
A short piece of the story sets the scene. Read it aloud together, or enjoy it in your own time.
For young colourists and adults
A little time
side by side.
Two matching story-and-colouring books: bold pictures for children and intricate scenes for adults. Read the story together, then each enjoy a page in your own book. Start with The Umbrella Ferry; either edition can also be enjoyed on its own.
Children’s edition: ages 5–8. Adult edition: intricate linework.
Each paperback is sold separately and works on its own.
One story, at your own pace
You read. They choose a colour.
Then see what happens next.
The Umbrella Ferry follows a mysterious parcel through an extraordinary canal city. Both editions follow the same adventure, with artwork suited to different levels of detail. An adult can read the passage aloud; there is no need for a child to read independently.
Make the moment yours.
Choose your own colours. The children’s edition has open shapes; the adult edition offers intricate detail.
See where it leads.
Turn the page for the next part of the adventure. There is no race to finish.
Choose one, or colour side by side
Start with the original adventure.
For ages 5–8
The Umbrella Ferry
Bold, open pictures. A parcel to deliver. A story to read and colour together.
Paperback · 30 illustrated scenes with facing story passages
Look inside the children’s book
For adult colourists
Umbrella Ferry After Dark
Intricate canal scenes, curious workshops and a story that unfolds as you colour.
Paperback · 30 illustrated scenes with facing story passages
Look inside the adult bookThese are two separate purchases, not a combined bundle. Supplies are not included. Amazon shows current prices and delivery options.
See if it feels like your kind of time together.
Print two sample illustrations and their story passages from the original Umbrella Ferry adventure before choosing a book.
New · available on Amazon
The Tideglass Garden
is ready to explore.
A leaf-marked parcel. A garden of living glass. Our next complete adventure is here, with bold pictures for ages 5–8 and intricate detail for adults. Enjoy it on its own, or continue your journey aboard the Umbrella Ferry.
For ages 5–8
The Umbrella Ferry and the Tideglass Garden
Follow a leaf-marked parcel to a garden of glass flowers. Bold pictures and a complete story to read and colour together.
Paperback · 30 illustrated scenes with facing story passages
For adult colourists
Umbrella Ferry After Dark: The Tideglass Garden
Explore low-tide canals, luminous tunnels and living glass flowers through intricate scenes and atmospheric story passages.
Paperback · 30 illustrated scenes with facing story passages
Each paperback is sold separately. Choose the matching children’s and adult editions of the same story to colour together. Check Amazon for current prices and delivery.
Explore The Tideglass GardenGood to know.
Do I need both editions?
No. Each book follows a complete adventure and can be enjoyed on its own. To colour side by side, choose the children’s and adult editions of the same story: The Umbrella Ferry or The Tideglass Garden. All books are sold separately, not as a bundle.
What is inside each book?
30 illustrated scenes, each with a short facing story passage. The children’s edition is designed for ages 5–8; the adult edition has more intricate linework. Printed colouring pages are black and white.
Does the child need to read independently?
No. An adult can read the passage aloud before you colour. The pictures can be enjoyed at your own pace.
Are pencils or pens included?
No colouring supplies are included. Try the free pages with the materials you already have.
Where do I pay, and what about delivery?
The Umbrella Ferry (children’s): click here to buy on Amazon.
Umbrella Ferry After Dark (adult): click here to buy on Amazon.
The Umbrella Ferry and the Tideglass Garden (children’s): click here to buy on Amazon.
Umbrella Ferry After Dark: The Tideglass Garden (adult): click here to buy on Amazon.
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