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The Rambler’s Curse
The first book in a brand-new trilogy for 8+ readers, set in the world of the bestselling, award-winning The Café at the Edge of the Woods – perfect for fans of The Wild Robot, The Last Bear and The Hobbit.
Everything is going wonderfully for Rene and Glumfoot at the Café at the Edge of the Woods until one day disaster strikes – a creature most foul and dangerous stumbles across the café during a a human!
Humans, in Rene’s opinion, are monsters. And after Glumfoot discovers that humans have also been venturing into the enchanted world of Wandthorn Woods, threatening to disturb the lives of all of the creatures who live within it, he and Rene must set out on a mission to uncover who the intruders are, what they want, and how to stop them from destroying everything they hold dear.
It is a mission that will set in motion a series of events that may very well change the world forever…
Award-winning author-illustrator Mikey Please expands the world of his bestselling picture book The Café at the Edge of the Woods in this incredible story, the first in a brand-new trilogy for 8+ readers featuring Rene and Glumfoot.
Funny, exciting, warm-hearted, and beautifully illustrated throughout with stunning black and white artwork, The Rambler's Curse is an unmissable adventure.
Everything is going wonderfully for Rene and Glumfoot at the Café at the Edge of the Woods until one day disaster strikes – a creature most foul and dangerous stumbles across the café during a a human!
Humans, in Rene’s opinion, are monsters. And after Glumfoot discovers that humans have also been venturing into the enchanted world of Wandthorn Woods, threatening to disturb the lives of all of the creatures who live within it, he and Rene must set out on a mission to uncover who the intruders are, what they want, and how to stop them from destroying everything they hold dear.
It is a mission that will set in motion a series of events that may very well change the world forever…
Award-winning author-illustrator Mikey Please expands the world of his bestselling picture book The Café at the Edge of the Woods in this incredible story, the first in a brand-new trilogy for 8+ readers featuring Rene and Glumfoot.
Funny, exciting, warm-hearted, and beautifully illustrated throughout with stunning black and white artwork, The Rambler's Curse is an unmissable adventure.
- GenresFantasy
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Published October 8, 2026
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October 19, 2026I am going to read this over half term when I'm settled in my new house. I can't imagine it will subtract anything from this stunning world that Mikey Please has created.
I love that this book explores the woodlands.
I love that this book explores the woodlands.
October 25, 2026
This book was my first introduction to the world of The Cafe at the edge of the Woods. It was brilliant. I love the humour and silliness in it, which I know my children would thoroughly enjoy. A perfect read for anyone looking for a bit of adventure, magic and light hearted humour all at once!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Well this was a DELIGHT! I adored this cosy adventure featuring my faves, and I'm now a huge Oarlock fan. He's an icon. ❤️
October 18, 2026
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