The Surprise by Zadie Smith and Nick Laird

Meet Maud: a guinea pig who inexplicably wears a judo suit—and not everyone understands or approves. When Maud is thrown into a new and confusing situation, it takes brave decisions and serendipitous encounters for her to find her place and embrace her individuality.

The Surprise is an endearing story about the quiet power of being different that adults and children alike will treasure.


Written by Zadie Smith and Nick Laird
Illustrated by Magenta Fox