Why Not? by George Webster (author) and Tim Budgen (illustrator)

A hugely uplifting and inspiring picture book by CBeebies sensation George Webster, collaborator Claire Taylor and bestselling illustrator Tim Budgen! “George Webster: inspiration, ambassador, actor, author, pioneer, role model, myth-buster, BAFTA-winner, best presenter, top dancer, top bloke, all-round legend…” – Sam Wollaston, the Guardian If you reach for the stars, you can do anything!

People are like story books, there’s joy to find within. So, turn a page, come inside. and let the fun begin.

Perfect for every child and every family, Why Not? is an energetic, heartfelt and positive story, with bright illustrations that are guaranteed to make you smile. Why Not? is sure to inspire everyone to give things a try – after all, why not?!

• George Webster is an actor, BAFTA-winning presenter, Ambassador for Mencap, and a star of Strictly Come Dancing 2022, including its Christmas Day special. George was catapulted into the public eye when he spoke about Down syndrome in his myth-busting video for BBC Bitesize, and was later asked to be a presenter on CBeebies. George was the first ever CBeebies presenter to have Down syndrome.
• Tim Budgen is the outstanding illustrator of bestselling books such as Twenty Dinosaurs at Bedtime, Twenty Unicorns at Bedtime and The Magic Pet Shop series. Tim’s illustrations are bright, engaging and perfect for children!
• With a fun rhyming story and a whole host of characters, this uplifting picture book is the perfect way to show children that they can reach for the stars – just like George!
• A brilliant companion picture book to This is Me.