Billy Stink's Incredible Circus Rik Arron
When circus leader Billy Stink stumbles across a young runaway boy, Titch, in the forest, Billy takes him in and helps him back to life, welcoming him into his extended circus family and offering him an opportunity to earn his keep doing essential jobs. When Titch discovers he has hidden talents as an entertainer, Billy introduces him as an act into the show. Through hard work and total dedication Titch becomes a sensation, stealing the show and grabbing the headlines to the delight of everyone in the circus. However, as a result of this new-found fame and attention, a more sinister presence in the form of Titch's abusive, dysfunctional real family emerges. Sensing an opportunity for fame, money and attention they set about causing trouble for Billy Stink and the circus. Billy Stink's Incredible Circus is a heart-warming illustrated children's poetry book about love and friendship, and features an array of wonderful, quirky characters set against the backdrop of a famous circus. It celebrates what makes us different and encourages readers to embrace their quirks as positives, not negatives.