Willow Hart Books

Welcome to Willow Hart books, a home for relaxing activity books

and heart-warming adventures stories.

From farmyard story books that help little ones grow confident in their reading, to creative colouring books to promote calm and relaxation, our children's books are made to spark joy, curiosity and connection.

Our Favourite Series

Jay's Pony Tales

Jay’s Pony Tales is a heart-warming series of farmyard adventure stories for children aged 5–8, written to support early readers build skills through fun adventures with Jay the Shetland.

Doodle & Dream

Doodle & Dream is all about creativity, mindfulness and relaxation. A series of beautifully crafted colouring and activity books designed to inspire creativity, calm, and joy in young minds and adult minds alike.

Jay's Pony Tales

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Our History

Willow Hart Books is a fresh publishing house with a simple purpose: to create heartfelt books that inspire young minds and nurture a love of reading.

Founded with a passion for storytelling and childhood wonder, Willow Hart Books is home to imaginative stories that blend creativity with calm.

Whether it’s a pony’s countryside adventure or a peaceful moment with a pencil and page, every book we publish is designed to enrich childhood gently and joyfully.

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Jay's Pony Tales Series

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Meet Jay the Shetland
Big Heart, Little Hooves

Jay’s Pony Tales is a heart-warming adventure book series for children aged 5–8, created to support early reading skills through fun, farmyard adventures.

Written by Jules Croft and illustrated by Kie Croft, each book follows Jay, a curious little Shetland pony, as he explores his world, solves problems, and learns alongside his animal friends.

Latest Storybooks

See All Jay's Pony Tales

Jay’s Pony Tales – The Learning Workbook

£7.49

Jay's Pony Tales: The Arrival

£9.99

Jay's Pony Tales – Story and Learning Workbook

£12.99

About Jay's Pony Tales

Join Jay the Shetland pony on the farm as he discovers friendship, bravery, kindness and the occasional muddy puddle. Each farmyard tale blends gentle humour with important life lessons and age-appropriate vocabulary.

Carefully written with early readers in mind, the stories are both engaging and supportive, helping build confidence, comprehension and a love of books. Each chapter is brought to life with charming illustrations.

Why Parents & Teachers Love It:

Designed to support early reading skills (KS1 / ages 5–8)
Features positive messages, gentle humour & lovable characters
Beautifully illustrated to hold young readers’ attention
Ideal for shared reading or reading aloud together

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Doodle & Dream Series

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Join us in the enchanting world of Doodle & Dream. A series of relaxing colouring and activity books created to inspire mindfulness and peace in all readers, young and old.

Written by Willow Hart, each activity book is a gentle invitation to slow down, get curious, and explore through drawing, puzzles, colouring and play.

Perfect for rainy afternoons, quiet moments, or screen-free fun.

Latest Activity Books

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Tiny Comforts: A Fun Colouring Book for Kids Ages 3-8

£8.99

Pretty Ponies: A Fun Colouring Book for Kids Ages 3-8

£8.99

About Doodle & Dream

From silly doodles to mindful mazes, each Doodle & Dream activity book is filled with charming illustrations designed to delight, engage and encourage self-expression.

Our aim is to help little ones develop fine motor skills, problem solving, and a healthy imagination, all without pressure or perfection.

Why Parents Love Doodle & Dream:

Gently supports focus, mindfulness & creativity
Ideal for travel, downtime, or after-school wind-downs
Encourages screen-free fun (without complaints!)
Created with care, love &a touch of magic by Willow Hart

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