Chris Carlisle

Biography

For Chris Carlisle, drawing has always been a part of her life, and she wrote illustrated stories for her children when they were young, some of which are available from Author Way Ltd. During a 4 year stint as an 'expat' she was commissioned to produce illustrations for a British Airways in-flight children's activity booklet, and on her return to UK she qualified with distinction in Graphic Design. Chris is available for book cover design at very reasonable prices.

Chris is of a 'certain age' and lives with her husband in Cheshire.

Books

The Tale of Pato Quacks 1 and 2
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 1,000. Language: English. Published: April 14, 2013 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Ducks, geese, & other waterfowl, Fiction » Children’s books » Stories in Verse
This book is a compilation Of Chris Carlisle’s two illustrated books in verse about Pato the duck Based on a true story, these delightfully illustrated rhyming books tells how poor Pato was helped to recover from his trials and tribulations and then In 'Quack 2', we discover that as winter approaches, Pato doesn't follow the normal pattern of duck behaviour....
The Tales of Bernie the Fruit Bat, Brian the Bee and Robert the Cat
Price: $2.49 USD. Words: 1,140. Language: English. Published: April 14, 2013 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Stories in Verse, Fiction » Children’s books » Short Stories
This book is a compilation of three of Chris Carlisle's children's rhyming books. These are three charming illustrated stories in rhyme which will appeal to children of all ages and tell the stories of – Bernie – a problem solving fruit bat, Brian, a determined little bumble bee and Robert, a most unusual pet.
Where Are You Going Little Frog?
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 1,230. Language: English. Published: April 11, 2013 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Frogs & toads, Fiction » Children’s books » Nature & the Natural World / Environment
Little Frog is on a mission ! During the search for his brother, he encounters all sorts of creatures, some are helpful, and some are tasty !!
A Brood of Bluetits
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 1,540. Language: English. Published: April 11, 2013 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Birds, Fiction » Children’s books » Nature & the Natural World / Environment
(3.00 from 1 review)
Take a peek into Charlie & Violet Bluetit's life, as they raise their very first brood of babies. Watch the chicks grow up and see them learn all about life as a bluetit. review comment - "A charming story with endearing hand-drawn illustrations"
The Interrupted Journey
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 370. Language: English. Published: May 4, 2012 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Stories in Verse, Fiction » Children’s books » Readers / Beginner
Teddy and his family are living on the other side of the world, and they come back to visit friends and relations. They are all on their way home, when 'disaster' strikes....... This rhymed story, with its bright and lovingly observed illustrations, is based on a true incident that happened to the Author when returning from 'expat' home leave.
The Teddy Bear Olympics
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 730. Language: English. Published: April 25, 2012 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Dolls, Fiction » Children’s books » Imagination & Play
Teddy competes in the Bearcelona Olympic Games ! Specially writen and illustrated to help younger children understand the Olympics, whilst also subtly reinforcing messages of fair play and losing gracefully; even very young ones will enjoy the brightly coloured images
The Tale of Black Shadow
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 490. Language: English. Published: April 9, 2012 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Rabbits, Fiction » Children’s books » Stories in Verse
This slightly spooky story is told in rhyme, and illustrated throughout. Suitable for children of all ages, who will enjoy the twist at the end ....
The Tale of Pato - Quack 2
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 330. Language: English. Published: March 28, 2012 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Ducks, geese, & other waterfowl, Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » General
Another delightful illustrated rhymed tale about our favourite duck ! In 'Quack 2', we discover that as winter approaches, Pato doesn't follow the normal pattern of duck behaviour....
The Girl Who Knew Miaowish
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 1,030. Language: English. Published: March 28, 2012 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Pets & domestic animals
Cat lovers everywhere will recognise their own feline friend's behaviour in the well-observed illustrations throughout the book.The wonderful relationship between the Author's daughter and her pet cat was the inspiration for this charming story, which will appeal to both young and old.
The Tale of Pato
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 370. Language: English. Published: November 16, 2011 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » General
Based on a true story, this delightfully illustrated rhyming book tells how poor Pato was helped to recover from his trials and tribulations
The Tale of Bungly Bunny
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 540. Language: English. Published: November 14, 2011 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » General
Children will love this illustrated tale of a kind-hearted but accident-prone little rabbit, whose mishaps lead to him nearly losing his pets !
The Tale of Bernie the Fruit Bat
Price: Free! Words: 320. Language: English. Published: November 14, 2011 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » General
(3.50 from 2 reviews)
Bernie solves a problem that has plagued fruit bats for generations ! This short illustrated rhyming story is offered as a free 'taster' download.
The Great Escape
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 460. Language: English. Published: November 13, 2011 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » General
An adventurous little hamster is the star of this beautifully illustrated short story, told in rhyme, and which will appeal to children of all ages
The Tale of Robert the Cat
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 370. Language: English. Published: November 13, 2011 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » General
This rhyming story tells of an unusual pet. WIth delightful illustrations which will appeal to children of all ages
The Tale of Brian the Bee
Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 390. Language: English. Published: November 13, 2011 by Author Way Limited. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » General
A charming illustrated story in rhyme about a determined little bumble bee, which will appeal to children of all ages

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