Brave Howie and the Stuck-tight Plaster

Karen Mowbray Illustrated by Antonio Ordonez

A bear discovers you can’t always be brave when it comes time to remove a plaster.

Howie is a brave, fearless bear—nothing scares him! But when he trips on a log and needs a plaster, things take an unexpected turn. Days later, when it’s time to remove the plaster, Howie discovers a shocking problem: it’s not just the plaster that comes off—it’s his fur, too! Can Howie remain brave, or will this challenge be too much for him? A fun and engaging story that every adventurous child will relate to.

A fun and engaging story that explores childhood experiences.
A charming tale filled with humour and warmth.

Karen Mowbray is a New Zealand based primary school teacher, writer, and author. Karen draws inspiration for her work from the antics and stories of her own three children, and the experiences of the many students she has taught in her 20+ years in education.

Antonio Ordonez (known as AtOLOnia) was born in Madrid, Spain. Inspired by the birth of his first child, Antonio decided to change career and move into the world of children's illustration. His work is distinguished by the cute, friendly, and expressive characters he creates. He loves to combine digital drawing with watercolour and give free rein to his imagination.

ISBN ：978-1-76036-257-7

Release Date ：7th July 2026