Friendstells the story of the emotional ups and downs of friendship through a group of loveable monsters - from fighting and teasing to laughing and cuddling.

Each spread features one emotionally charged word and a characterful scribbly illustration. There's plenty to explore in the expressions of the monsters, whether it's the mischievous delight of pinching a friend or the meaningful glance that says just how much you miss a special monster.

Little monsters of all ages will love this book. Friends is Mies van Hout's follow - up title to the hugely successful Happy.