Paul the Peacock (Reluctantly) to the Rescue

by Matthews, Tilly

• ISBN13: 9780711292291
• ISBN10: 0711292299
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2025-08-12
• Publisher: Happy Yak

Summary

Paul the Peacock was once the most selfish animal in the forest, but now he’s trying to embrace his new identity of Mr Kind… but it’s exhausting! When his cousin sends a letter asking for help he tries to ignore it. Best pal, Norris, has other ideas though.

Together, Paul and Norris embark on a treacherous rescue adventure to help find Connie the peahen a new home. But when they arrive, a little lost egg joins the rescue party... much to Paul's dismay! When the egg hatches into a peafowl chick, Paul tries to leave it behind, but eventually takes the chick under his— colorful—wing! The little chick soon shows Paul that being caring and thoughtful may be worth it after all.

This hilarious story with comic deadpan moments and vivid, expressive illustrations conveys an important message about love and nurture.

Also available: Paul the Peacock.

Author Biography

Tilly Matthews completed an MA in illustration at Nottingham Trent University, UK, and now freelance illustrates alongside working part-time at Nottingham Trent. She has her own range of prints and products under the brand Teshley Designs, and is now focussing on her picture books. After graduating, Tilly worked as a designer at Ladybird Books before going freelance in 2020 to focus on her illustration career.