Secrets of Being Brave
A picture book for every age – about courage, kindness, and the magic of new beginnings.
Inspired by the real Elly, adopted from the Labrador Rescue Trust, this heartwarming book reminds us that bravery comes in many forms. £1 from every copy sold is donated to the charity to help more dogs find freedom and love.
Secrets of Being Brave is a beautifully illustrated story following Elly, a rescued Labrador, as she faces the challenges of change and discovers what it truly means to be brave. Along her journey, readers meet tiny creatures performing quiet acts of courage every day — each paired with a gentle mantra to inspire strength and self-belief.
Published by Books & Bicycles Press, each copy is printed in the UK on recycled paper and sent in sustainable packaging — available
only through local bookshops and markets in Cornwall, and on the website https://thecornishstories.co.uk/.
With anxiety affecting so many children today, Secrets of Being Brave offers a comforting, timeless resource to build resilience and hope. Its layered meaning and beautiful imagery make it just as relevant for adults, too.
Through the When We Are Brave Project, donations of the book are encouraged to be gifted to schools and organisations supporting vulnerable adults.
