Gaspard the Fox Series

Zeb created the Gaspard the Fox stories, inspired by his real experiences with a London urban fox. Beautifully illustrated by James Mayhew, Gaspard’s Foxtrot and Gaspard’s Christmas have also been adapted as narrated orchestral works by Jonathan Dove CBE and recorded by the Philharmonia and Royal Scottish National Orchestras.

A love letter to London
— BBC Music Magazine
Gaspard already has the feel of a classic. Zeb Soanes and James Mayhew have created something both modern and timeless. A children’s story absolutely lifting with charm and atmosphere.
— Alexander Armstrong

Gaspard’s Christmas, Oct 2022

Gaspard’s Foxtrot, March 2021

Gaspard’s Foxtrot, March 2021

Gaspard Best in Show, Aug 2019

Gaspard Best in Show, Aug 2019

Gaspard the Fox, May 2018

Gaspard the Fox, May 2018

Zeb with the real Gaspard the Fox

Zeb with the real Gaspard the Fox

Watch Zeb record the Best in Show audiobook


Fred and the Fantastic Tub-Tub

When Fred’s green-fingered grandfather shows her a map to the mysterious island of Papa Nupi, he leads her on a summer holiday adventure that just might save the planet. From Zeb Soanes, author of the bestselling Gaspard the Fox books.

Fred and the Fantastic Tub-Tub is also an exciting orchestral concert work by James Marangone.

Hardback | 48 pages | 200 x 200mm
Publication March 2022 | ISBN 9781802580808

Listen to the moment Grandpa’s fantastic flying machine takes off.


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