The Guardian Best Children's Books of 2024
The Times Best Children's Books of 2024
Waterstones Best Children's Books of 2024
Shortlisted for Foyles Book of the Year 2024

Shortlisted for Nibbies Illustrated Book of the Year 2025

Stunning picture book collaboration from bestselling author Robert Macfarlane, actor Johnny Flynn and illustrator Emily Sutton

On my way through the wood wound a thread through the dream...

Take a lyrical journey with a father and son who walk together through an ever-changing landscape and discover a world to come that's filled with hope.

This beautiful book sings with a love of words and rhythm, and vividly conjures the magic of nature.

Astonishing artwork makes this picture book an instant classic

· An all-star collaboration created by actor-musician Johnny Flynn, bestselling author Robert Macfarlane and award-winning illustrator Emily Sutton

· An instant classic showcasing the beauty of nature

· Wonderful read-aloud text that sings with a love of words and rhythm

· Stunning illustrations for a picture book filled with hope and wonder

Praise for The World to Come

'A lovely-looking and thought-provoking thing" - Mark Radcliffe

'A message of hope and beauty' -Countryfile