Carla the cow - Ken Lake

When Robin bought Carla the Cow from the car-boot sale, he was warned that she was moody and selfish, but he bought her anyway. Carla told Robin how she moaned all day long and was a bit of a loner in the herd because of it! Her story teaches Robin how to make friends and how important having friends is in life!

The Diaries of Robin's Toys is a 10 book series which teaches children moral lessons through the magic of toys that come to life! Readers aged 5+ and fans of the Tom Gates series will love getting to know Robin's world.

Ken was born in rural Norfolk during a period of austerity following the Second World War. He was sent to boarding school at the age of thirteen before later living and working in the Middle East, Nigeria and Spain. Following a near-death experience, Ken had a supernatural encounter which inspired him to pick up a pen and begin his writing career.

"The stories aren't just enchanting because of their charming characters, they also helps teach children learn to work collaboratively." - What Mummy Thinks