Welcome to the wonderful world of Amy Wild, an entire island just squeaking and squawking with animal magic, where one little girl has a very special secret - she can talk to animals! Age 7+ Amy is thrilled when she gets to be an extra in a glam film being shot on the Island. Plato, the clan's star-struck parrot, longs to be on the big screen too, but try as she might, Amy can't sneak him into her scenes. What's more, the stresses of stardom have taken their toll on one of the film's furry stars (a pampered Yorkshire terrier) who escapes off the set, tired of fame. Can Amy find a cuddly replacement for the celebrity pet, and land Plato his perfect part? Ever wondered what your pet is really thinking? Animal lovers everywhere will be instantly enchanted by this Dr. Doolittle for a new generation. Age 7+

Author Biography

Diana Kimpton has written a number of televisions scripts and successful books for children, including Usborne's Pony-Mad Princess series, which has sold over 900,000 copies in English worldwide and been sold in 12 languages. She runs the website www.wordpool.co.uk which promotes children's books and reading. Author location: Isle of Wight