Charlie Star

This book addresses the issue of anxiety in a light-hearted and reassuring manner.

Charlie is an anxious dachshund who worries that something terrible might happen if he doesn’t keep to his daily rituals. After he is called upon to help rescue a friend and in the rush forgets his rituals, Charlie discovers that he doesn’t have to be ruled by them and that change can have really positive outcomes. Charlie’s character was inspired by Terry’s daughter, who went through a phase of daily rituals to help combat anxiety.

Terry became aware that it is a behaviour pattern which is common amongst children and indeed adults. This book addresses the issue in a light-hearted and reassuring way. Whether or not you are anxious, the story of Charlie is bound to capture your heart!

Book features :

• Charming animal-based picture book story
• Reassuring for children who suffer from anxiety
• Beautiful artwork and read-aloud, repetitive, text

About the Author

Terry Milne was born in South Africa but is now based in Oxford, England. She has illustrated books with authors such as Martin Waddell, Angela McAllister and Vivian French, working with UK publishers such as Andersen Press and Walker Books. Her daughter’s struggles with anxiety and repetitive behaviour led Terry to write and illustrate the story of Charlie Star, as a reassurance to children everywhere who have the same struggles.