Rory the Little Red Deer

Author: Lynne Rickards

Interest age: from c 3 years

Published on 19 March 2026 by FLORIS BOOKS in the United Kingdom as part of 'the Picture Kelpies' series.

Paperback | 28 pages, colour illustrations
264 x 230 x 5 | 178g

Rory, a young red deer calf, loves playing with his best pal Ruby, having friendly competitions to discover who is the best: Rory can jump the highest, but Ruby can run the fastest. But when a game of treasure hunt goes wrong, can the little deer use their strengths, and those of their friends, to save the day?Written in Lynne Rickards' signature rhyme, this is a playful tale of friendship, teamwork and appreciating others' strengths. Jonna Dempsey's characterful illustrations of Scottish animals and landscapes are full of charming details to spot.

From the author of best-selling Skye the Puffling and Rowan the Red Squirrel, Rory the Little Red Deer is a fun and lively celebration of one of Scotland's most famous animals.