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African Stories: Once Upon a Rhino

Ken Wilson-Max, Author

Tumi K. Steyn, Illustrator

Series: African Stories

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Publication date: January 16, 2025

Category: Animal stories (Children's / Teenage)

ISBN: 9781444978223

Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out WHY Rhino has a horn!

Once upon a time, Rhino didn’t have a horn until his lies got out of control and his horn grew longer … and longer… and longer!

A vibrant animal adventure perfect for curious little ones. Written by Ken Wilson-Max and illustrated by up-and-coming Tumi Steyn.

Also available in the African Stories series: Once Upon an Elephant, Once Upon a Zebra, Once Upon a Giraffe, Once Upon a Hippo, Once Upon a Hyena, Once Upon a Lion, Once Upon a Buffalo, Once Upon a Leopard, and Once Upon a Chameleon.

Ken Wilson-Max

Ken Wilson-Max is an award-winning author, illustrator and publisher of children’s books. He was born and raised in Zimbabwe. He trained to be a graphic designer in Zimbabwe before coming to the UK. He now lives in London.

In 2020 his book, Astro Girl, won the STEAM award for early years picture books. Where’s Lenny? was listed in 50 Best Culturally Diverse Children’s Books by The Guardian and Max Paints the House is listed in 150 Important Children’s Books by the African American Literature Book Club.

Ken has over 70 children’s books published by over 15 international publishers in many languages worldwide.