The Magic Feather: Signed Edition
Hardback Published on: 12/03/2026
Price: £12.99
Synopsis
A rhyming fairy-tale adventure about the magic of nature and caring for our environment from the Number One bestselling Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo, and Catherine Rayner, winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal for Illustration.
Imagine if you could speak to birds . . . that's just what happens to one young girl when she is given a magic feather that transforms their trills and twitters into words - and she discovers that they need her help! Join her as she embarks on an amazing journey across the sea to save their nests from the queen's woodcutters in The Magic Feather.
A stunningly illustrated book with a wonderful rhyming tale about magic, nature and looking after our environmentfrom the creators of The Go-Away Bird.
Publisher information
- Publisher: Pan Macmillan
- ISBN: 2928377363925
- Number of pages: 32
- Dimensions: 289 x 256 x 9 mm
- Weight: 472g
- Languages: English
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Beautiful Artwork and a Story That Sparked My Daughter’s Love of Birds
Firstly, I have to say how stunning the artwork in this book is. Every page is beautifully illustrated and packed with so much detail. It’s the kind of boo... READ MORE
Charming & beautiful
The Magic Feather is a charming and beautifully illustrated children’s book that captures the magic of adventure and imagination. The story follows a young... READ MORE
A really enjoyable book
I received the book for free, but this is an honest review.
What a beautiful book, with some stunning illustrations.
Beautifully illustrated
As always with Julia Donaldson this book is fantastic. It is visually stunning and beautifully written, I love how every paragraph rhymes. I've used this i... READ MORE
Such a beautiful book
My 6 year old daughter loves a rhyming book and this one is so beautifully written! She managed to read most of it herself (although she is an advanced rea... READ MORE
A beautifully written and illustrated book
We are huge fans of Julia Donaldson books and this book really doesnt disappoint.
It is a beautiful story and we really love all the details in the illu... READ MORE
The Magic Feather – A Gentle Story About Kindness and Birds
The Magic Feather is such a gentle and heartwarming story, paired with absolutely beautiful artwork. The illustrations really bring the story to life and m... READ MORE
Beautiful gentle book
It was a lovely book to read with my 5 year old. It has beautiful watercolour illustrations. The story is about feeling brave and trying new things . Abou... READ MORE
Beautiful book
Ohh what a dream it was to receive this STUNNING book through the post last week. We are huge Julia Donaldson fans in this house and this book has not disa... READ MORE
A beautiful book
I receivedthe book for free, but this is an honest review. The Magic Feather is such a lovely book to read and has beautiful illustrations perfect for prim... READ MORE
Stunning illustration, lovely story
I recieved this book for free, but this is an honest review.
An absolutely stunningly illustrated book jam packed with pictures accompanying a lovely st... READ MORE
Beautiful and endearing
My 8 year old daughter enjoyed the theme of this book. She liked learning of the bird types and particularly enjoyed the illustration. She was excited by t... READ MORE
Amazing book
The Magic Feather
The artwork in this book is absolutely stunning every page is full of beautiful detail
The story follows a little girl with a magic fea... READ MORE
Honestly incredible!
I received this book for free but this is my genuine review. Ok this book is just beautiful. The story is such a heartwarming story and the illustrations a... READ MORE
Such a beautiful story !
My kids from ages 2 up to 8 all enjoyed this beautiful story ! Really unique to an ur bing we have at home and can tell it’ll be well loved. A great additi... READ MORE
Sweet magical story
I received the book for free, but this is an honest review.
Julia Donaldson doesn't disappoint and love the way she rhymes her stories.
Sweet story and b... READ MORE
Beautiful story & beautifully illustrated
The magic feather is a beautiful book from the story to the illustration.
My daughter has loved the gentle soft story, it’s now a firm favourite in our h... READ MORE
Not the Julia of old
I received this book for free but this is an honest review.
Our house is big fans of Julia Donaldson, we absolutely loved the Gruffalo/Highway Rat/Tidd... READ MORE
Beautiful story and illustrations
I received this book for free but the review is my own.
Another beautiful story from Julia. This is beautifully illustrated and reminds the reader of how... READ MORE
Beautifully illustrated
Absolutely beautiful book packed full of intricate illustrations. I wouldn't say it's the most memorable story, but it is the kind of book you look at agai... READ MORE
✨ OBSESSED with this book! ✨
This is hands down one of the most magical, beautifully written books I’ve read in a long time. The rhyming flows so perfectly, it just pulls you in from t... READ MORE
Beautiful book
We are huge Julia Donaldson fans so was happy to see her latest book did not disappoint. The ollistratilns are beautiful and my son was eager to study the ... READ MORE
Gorgeous book about the love for birds and nature
We have a big love for birds in our household so this book is just perfect for us. The illustrations are absolutely gorgeous, which is becoming rarer and r... READ MORE
Calming and beautiful
We absolutely love 'The Magic feather' the illustrations are simply stunning, calming and heartwarming. The story is a perfect bedtime tale slowing down th... READ MORE
Wonderful
A calm, gentle story about a girl who goes on a journey with a feather. Beautiful illustrations and a soft, magical feel. Great for quiet storytimes.
Lovely book
What a lovely book to read with my twins, they stayed engaged the whole way through the book and they’ve asked to read it over and over again. We love all ... READ MORE
Another beautifully stunning book from Julia Donaldson
This is another beautifully stunning book from Julia Donaldson. The illustrations are just wonderful and each page is lovely.
The store of a girl followi... READ MORE
Beautiful book
This book is beautiful. The illustrations are bright, colourful and eye catching. They really draw you into the story. I think it might be my favourite ill... READ MORE
Absolutely Beautiful
The most beautiful book with a gorgeous, relevant message. The illustrations are so wonderful, and the rhyming rhythm / pattern is very typical, easy flow... READ MORE
We’ve been loving The Magic Feather
Such a lovely, gentle story with beautiful illustrations and that classic Julia Donaldson rhyme we always enjoy. It’s such a sweet message about kindness a... READ MORE
Gorgeous illustrations for a heartwarming tale
My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed this book from the very first moment we opened it up. It’s a truly beautiful book, with intricate illustrations and el... READ MORE
Stunningly beautiful book
I received the book free, but this is an honest review.
This book is honestly stunning from the beginning to end… it’s an amazing read and my children l... READ MORE
beautiful
received this book for free , bit this is my honest review, how beautiful is this book ,the illustrations look sketched but so beautifully done, every pag... READ MORE
The most gorgeous book I’ve ever bought for my 6 year old
This is stunning the details in the drawings are beautiful.
Lovely story my daughter read this to me and I loved it.
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Beautiful Book!
We got this book for free but this is an honest review, the illustrations are absolutely beautiful on every page! the book is great quality even the paper ... READ MORE
Another classic to add to your collection!
Julia Donaldson has done it again!! Yet another truly LOVELY book with an engaging and inspiring story. The illustrations are beautiful and these things to... READ MORE
The pictures were really beautiful
This is what my 5 year old had to say when asked about my Magic Feather; I loved this book because it had lots of birds in it and I liked looking at all t... READ MORE
Beautiful book
I was given a copy of this book for free and exchange my honest review - and I do genuinely adore it!
You know you’ve got a good book in your hands when i... READ MORE
Such a magical story
The Magic Feather by Julia Donaldson and Catherine Rayner is a lovely picture book full of imagination and adventure. The story follows a little girl who r... READ MORE
A Beautiful Story of Nature, Kindness and Courage
A magical and touching rhyming story about a young girl who discovers she can understand birds after finding a special feather.When the birds ask for her h... READ MORE
A gorgeous story with an important message about caring for the natural world
In this magical rhyming adventure, a young girl is given a feather that allows her to understand the language of birds. Suddenly their trills and twitters ... READ MORE
Beautifully illustrated
Imagine if you could speak to birds. Such a lovely story with beautiful illustrations. Has julia donaldsons classic rhyming style and like a fairy tale too... READ MORE
Charming story with beautiful illustrations.
I received the book for free, but this is an honest review.
My little ones absolutely loved this book. The Magic Feather is full of beautiful and very c... READ MORE
Beautiful illustrations
This is a really beautiful book, I loved the illustrations and the labelled birds at the front and back were great for me to teach the children! The story ... READ MORE
A beautiful book and story.
A lovely, gentle story with that classic Julia Donaldson rhythm we all know and love. The Magic Feather follows a young girl who discovers she can understa... READ MORE
What a book! Beautiful!
Susanna goes for a walk and rescues a bird, nurses it back to health and it leaves a little feather. But the feather is magic and now Susanna can understan... READ MORE
Amazing illustrations
I received this book for free but this is an honest review. The story has that classic Donaldson rhythm—gentle, playful, and full of heart—but it’s the ill... READ MORE
A whimsical book for all children
What a beautiful book, from the story to the illustrations ; it has been a winner since we received it, both my girls 2&7 have enjoyed this book
It is o... READ MORE
Lovely new Donaldson book
Initially, my 7 year old daughter read this book independently. She liked the story and illustration but also the focus on the birds too. We shared the boo... READ MORE
Magical!
Another beautifully written childrens story by the amazing Julia Donaldson! We loved the illustration too a soft magical feel which worked so well with the... READ MORE
Beautiful book
My kids love this book, such a cute story and the illustrations are beautiful.
Beautiful message
A typical JDonaldson in terms of rhyming it is lovely to read out loud.
The story has incredible illustrations that bring it to life but most importantl... READ MORE
Delightful and heartwarming
As always, Donaldson’s writing is catchy and easy to read, making it perfect for bedtime. The story teaches kids that they don't need magic to be brave—the... READ MORE
important message is so vital.
My children and myself loved this book. My children love the outdoors and are very keen on birds and birdwatching so this couldn’t have been any more bette... READ MORE
A magical adventure
Great book, a magical adventure for all the family, can't wait for the next Julia Donaldson fun creation.
Beautiful book
Me my daughter and niece all throughly enjoyed this new book by Julia. Some amazing illustrations which really brought the story to life. Always some of ou... READ MORE
Absolutly beautiful!
This book was a free gift for a campaign and this is an honest review. We love this story so much it’s perfect for nature lovers! The illustrations are jus... READ MORE
Beautifully illustrated
This is such a beautifully illustrated story book. My daughter absolutely loved the story. Its such a heartwarming theme and explores and adds interest to ... READ MORE
Beautiful book
The illustrations are the most beautiful I've ever seen in a child's book! And the story is great too.
If you only buy this book for the illustrations yo... READ MORE
Beautiful book
What an amazing book this is, it was enjoyed by the whole family. The story is really endearing, following Susannas journey to find work to feed and clothe... READ MORE
Such a sweet magical fairytale!
My son was immediately drawn to this story from the first page. Beautifully illustrated to match it's magical theme from the cover throughout the book, the... READ MORE
Lovely by JD
We have shared this story multiple times since we received it and my Nursery class has a reading of it too. Just magical by Julia Donaldson with loads of o... READ MORE
Love the artwork
This story is pure magic — lyrical, beautifully illustrated and filled with gentle lessons about empathy, courage, and caring for our world. Perfect for li... READ MORE
A beautiful story!
A wonderful story for children with beautiful illustrations. A good educational book to listen and spot rhyming. A lovely story to share about different ty... READ MORE
A beautiful book
A beautiful book from our favourite author, perfect for spending slow and intentional story time. This is a lovely story about a girl who can communicate w... READ MORE
Absolutely gorgeous
We received this for free. However it is a true and honest review.
All 3 of my children loved this book. The pictures, the story, the magic.
It kept th... READ MORE
A little moment of magic
We’ve been reading The Magic Feather by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Catherine Rayner, and it has quickly become one of Lio’s favourite bedtime books. T... READ MORE
Perfect fantasy book for my 5 year old granddaughter.
Perfect to please my pretty 5 year old (and her 3 year old sister sometimes). granddaughter who was delighted and couldn’t wait for mummy and daddy read ... READ MORE
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Stunning book
I honestly think this is one of my favourite children’s books we’ve read recently. Julia Donaldson will always be a firm favourite in this house and this b... READ MORE
Beautiful illustrations and lovely storyline
My daughter and I have read this book several times and still notices new parts of the illustrations that make the story come to life
Beautiful book, perfectly written
I received this book for free, but this is an honest review. Beautiful book, such an amazing story that really inspires imagination. Lovely illustrations w... READ MORE
Beautifully illustrated and fluent story
The Magic Feather follows a little girl who finds a magic feather that allows her to understand and talk to the birds. When she figures that they are in tr... READ MORE
Beautiful illustrations, lovely story
I was gifted this book for free but this is my honest review. I was immediately drawn to the beautiful images from the cover throughout the book. The story... READ MORE
Such a beautiful book
This is such a beautiful story and the book is one you should definitely get for the little ones. The drawings are sweet and the colours used are calming. ... READ MORE
Beautifully illustrated
What feels like a traditional old book is a delightful new book from Julia Donaldson. Its an instant classic and the story will bring joy to little ones im... READ MORE
such a lovely book
I bought this book for the grandchildren, to add to their bookshelf at grandparents home.it is such a lovely book and I'm sure it will go down a treat with... READ MORE
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Beautifully illustrated
Bought as a present for a young relative . Especially pleased as this was a signed copy .
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