5 Celebrity Picture Books To Inspire and Entertain Kids

Whether it’s movie stars like Isla Fisher and Lupita Nyong’O, singers like Dolly Parton, or hilarious comedians like Richard Ayoade, we’ve been blessed with some standout children’s books in recent years. Here we list some of our favourite celebrity children’s books that will be sure to inspire and entertain…

Mazy the Movie Star by Isla Fisher, Illustrated by Paula Bowled

In a gilded kennel lives a famous movie star named Mazy. But then one morning Mazy’s agent delivers bad news. They are only giving acting jobs to pedigrees now. Can Mazy embrace what it is that makes her special and find her perfect role?

Ages 3+

Buy a copy of Mazy the Movie Star here.

The Book that No One Wanted to Read by Richard Ayoade

Have you ever thought about how it feels to be a book? This is the story of the sadly neglected Book That No One Wanted To Read – can its destiny change when it finally meets the right reader? Spoiler alert: yes.

Ages 9+

Buy a copy of The Book That No One Wanted to Read here.

Busy Betty by Reece Witherspoon, Illustrated by Xindi Yan

From Academy Award–winning actress, founder, and bestselling author, Reese Witherspoon, comes Busy Betty, a story about a creative, curious, and exuberant young girl who has big plans and an even bigger heart.

Ages 3+

Buy a copy of Busy Betty here.

Sulwe by Lupita Nyong’O, Illustrated by Vashti Harrison

From Academy Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o comes a powerful, moving picture book about colourism, self-esteem and learning that true beauty comes from within.

Ages 3+

Buy a copy of Sulwe here.

Coat of Many Colours by Dolly Parton, Illustrated by Brooke Boynton Hughes

Country music legend Dolly Parton’s rural upbringing in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee provides the backdrop for this special picture book. Using lyrics from her classic song “Coat of Many Colors,” the book tells the story of a young girl in need of a warm winter coat.

Ages 3+

Buy a copy of Mazy the Movie Star here.