Yorkshire’s beloved Shepherdess, Amanda Owen, is back with a festive treat! Her first children’s book, Christmas Tales from the Farm, launches on 11 September just in time for cosy winter reading. Priced at £14.99 and published by Puffin, it promises to bring Christmas cheer straight from her sprawling 2,000-acre Ravenseat farm.
Farmyard Adventures for Kids Aged 7-11
This charming hardback offers young readers a front-row seat to life on Amanda’s remote Yorkshire hill farm. Packed with playful tales starring mischievous sheepdogs, runaway reindeer, cheeky goats, and some very special chickens, it’s brimming with festive fun.
- Race after runaway reindeer across the snowy moors
- Meet chickens on a heartfelt quest for a loving home
- Join a clever sheepdog on a high-stakes snowy rescue
“Winter and Christmas are a special time of joy and adventure at Ravenseat,” Amanda reveals. “From barn owls seeking shelter to our own Winter Olympics, it’s a season full of family fun and unforgettable moments.”
Amanda Owen: From Yorkshire Hills to Nation’s Hearts
From Huddersfield farm girl to TV sensation, Amanda Owen has captured the nation’s imagination. With nine children and the smash hit Our Yorkshire Farm drawing over 3 million UK viewers, she’s a genuine rural star adored from Australia to Iran.
Her latest series, Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids, topped More4’s ratings in 2024. Alongside five bestselling books, Amanda’s prepping a new winter 2025 theatre show, Onwards & Upwards, and boasts a loyal social media fanbase of 800,000+.
Meet Becca Hall: The Artistry Behind the Book
Becca Hall, the talented illustrator from the Lake District now based on the Cornish coast, brings Amanda’s Christmas tales to life with enchanting artwork. She’s no stranger to fame herself, having designed a Harrods bag for the King’s coronation.
Becca also shares her skills with budding artists through monthly tutorials on Patreon, inspiring creativity far and wide.
Christmas Tales from the Farm is just the start of Amanda’s seven-book deal with Puffin, which will celebrate the magic of farm life through a mix of stories, non-fiction, and picture books.
