Bogle lives all alone in a lighthouse on a small Scottish island. Despite trying, he can't find a friend, until one day he discovers a message in a bottle from someone who is lonely too ... This quirky rhyming tale celebrates the magic of friendship. A bogle is a Scots term for a ghost and the text is peppered with some Scots words making it a fun introduction to the language for little ones. Each page spread also has a secret spider to spot! Featuring two of Scotland's distinctive lighthouses, Eilean Glas in the Outer Hebrides and Start Point in Orkney, it includes facts at the end of the book to engage interest in these amazing structures. || A simple, soothing story of companionship || Reading age approximately 3-7 years || Purchase supports the Northern Lighthouse Heritage Trust || WINNER in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2023 ||

About the Author
Lindsey is a writer and scientific editor living on the east coast of Scotland. She is keen to promote Scottish culture, particularly that of its remote islands, and this is reflected in her stories and artwork.

Reviews
'Punchy, superbly illustrated and packed full of ghostly fun. We're delighted to recommend this book to grandparents, parents and schools looking for a sweetly told story with a strong underlying message of how good it feels to have a pal. We think readers will fall in love with the little bogle, and the happy ending will bring a smile to many a young reader's face.' - The Wishing Shelf


Awards
Winner of The Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2023.



Book Information
ISBN 9781919612904
Author Lindsey Millar
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint SECRET DOOR PRESS
Publisher SECRET DOOR PRESS
Weight(grams) 187g
Dimensions(mm) 280mm * 216mm * 3mm