Hair in Funny Places

The new book in Babette Cole’s bestselling series of 'family dilemmas' begins with 'Mummy Laid an Egg.' In this installment, Cole tackles the subject of puberty through a picture book format. The narrative is framed as a conversation between a small girl and her teddy bear, using humor and ingenuity to explore the topic. Central to the story are Mr. and Mrs. Hormone, whose behaviors impact the physical and emotional states of children from ages eight to eighteen. Cole's unconventional approach to delicate topics is both controversial and beloved by her readers.