When Pete the Parakeet's favourite person goes on holiday without him, he's left behind with the rest of the family. The trouble is, none of them like him! Pete has been mean to everyone, and now he finds himself with no one to play with.

Pete's family are willing to give him a second chance - if he can change his ways. Will Pete realise that being the bird with the bad attitude won't get him anywhere?

Don't miss this light-hearted, fun story, which carries a message for young readers about the importance of friendship and compassion. Pete the Cheeky Parakeet will bring lots of laughter and learning to story time!

Cheryl Lee-White is a children's author, blogger and hobbyist photographer from Taunton, Somerset.