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‘One of those gorgeous books that completely lifts your spirits and restores your faith in humanity’ – Ruth Jones, co-creator of Gavin and Stacey and bestselling author of Us Three
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It was a journey they would always remember . . . for a friend they’d never forget.

Norman and Jax are a legendary comedic duo in waiting, with a five-year plan to perform at the Edinburgh Fringe by the time they’re fifteen. But when Jax dies before they turn twelve, Norman decides a tribute act for his best friend just can’t wait, so he rewrites their plan:

1. Look after mum | 2. Find Dad | 3. Get to the Edinburgh Fringe

Sadie knows she won’t win Mother of the Year and she’s not proud she doesn’t know who her son’s father is. But when she finds Norman’s list, all she wants is to see her son smile again… So they set off on a pilgrimage to Edinburgh, making a few stops to find Norman’s dad along the way.

The Funny Thing about Norman Foreman is an inspiring, feel-good novel about a small boy with a big heart – and even bigger dreams.
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‘Tender and hilarious… the perfect tonic for our current times’ – Katherine Parkinson
‘Charming, funny and cheering’ Beth Morrey, author of Saving Missy
‘He’s wheedled his way into my heart, and I suspect I’ll have a Norman-shaped hole there forever’ – Clare Pooley, author of The Authenticity Project

Readers are in love with Norman:

***** ‘An amazing book of determination and not giving up when things are difficult’
***** ‘Norman is one of the most lovable characters I have ever met’
***** ‘This books breaks your heart in one sentence and makes you laugh the next’

Publisher Review

Funny, sparking and moving. * Wendy Holden, Daily Mail * As moving as it is funny. And it's very funny. * Romesh Ranganathan * An uplifting tale of love, loss and the redemptive power of humour. * Mail on Sunday * A gorgeous book that will warm the cockles of your heart. * The Sun * An enjoyable, feelgood read * Daily Mirror *