The Bear book no child should be without! In this vivid and imaginative, rhyming picture book, Loss discovers there's more to Teddy Bears than meets the eye when the Bear on her doorstep turns out to be an astronaut, a racing car driver, a famous magician and a knight in shining armour who has fought the odd dragon or two! But, who is Ted really, and what does he know about the magic of dreams? Inspired by the much-loved classics, Paddington Bear, Winnie The Pooh and Rupert, bestselling author of The Prayer, Stephan J Myers, creates an irresistible Bear story that reminds readers of all ages why Teddy Bears are loved by children everywhere. The fourth book in The Book Of Dreams series featuring Loss and Ted, it makes the perfect bedtime story. Making bedtime reading extra special for children all over the world, A Bear Called Ted weaves magical illustrations and rhythmical words that encourage sleep and the very best of dreams. Readers across the world are discovering the magical books of Stephan J Myers and here's what a few of them had to say. With a deft brush and acerbic pen Myers brings our childhood dreams to life with Ted and his many guises. An absolute classic with two wonderful characters, it should be on every child's reading shelf. - BookViral Stephan J. Myers continues his wonderful distinctive style of writing and has made this fairy tale into yet another magical read. "The Colour Red" is a beautiful treat for children and grown-ups alike. A highly recommended story to be read and shared with others. - Author & Illustrator Sannel Larson Many things can be read into this memorable short tale. Lovingly illustrated, a work to put on your shelf and cherish. - Author Marc Secchia Sweetly rhythmic and smoothly rhyming, Stephan Myer's children's Christmas story, The Prayer, reads a little like The Night Before Christmas crossed with a touch of Dickens. Humanly sad, spiritually haunting, and beautifully faithful without being tied to any faith. It's a lovely Christmas tale for any time of year, and a wise lesson to guide a growing child. - Sheila Deeth VINE VOICE Myers' fairy tale is a rhapsody of colours, musicality and clever rhyme. Each picture, with its vivid colours and soft lines, is a narrative statement of its own...so brilliant it should be framed! -Mina's Bookshelf