Paddington Races Ahead

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Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum and R.W. Alley.

Somehow Paddington always manages to find himself in strange situations. From a squishy miscommunication involving oysters and public transit to a case of mistaken identity, there’s never a dull moment when a certain bear is around!

Paddington Races Ahead is the thirteenth classic novel about Michael Bond’s beloved classic character, Paddington Bear.


What kind of trouble can one small bear get into this time?


  • Classic Children’s Literature: Perfect for a new generation of readers and longtime fans, discover the timeless charm that has made Paddington a beloved character for decades.
  • Hilarious Misunderstandings: Whether he’s confusing an Oyster card with a seafood snack or accidentally swapping shaving cream for cake icing, Paddington’s logic is always accidentally brilliant.
  • A Charming London Setting: Follow Paddington on his adventures through the bustling Portobello Market and the familiar comfort of Windsor Gardens.
  • Heartwarming and Funny Stories: Each chapter is a complete, heartwarming tale of a well-meaning bear who always seems to find trouble—or it finds him!
Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum and R.W. Alley. Somehow Paddington always manages to fi...

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About the author

Michael Bond began chronicling Paddington’s adventures in his first book, A Bear Called Paddington, published in 1958. Fortunately, bears don’t need much encouragement, and Paddington has since filled the pages of twelve further novels, a variety of picture books, and many other projects written for the young at heart.

R. W. Alley has illustrated a number of books featuring Paddington Bear. He lives in Barrington, Rhode Island, with his wife, author Zoë B. Alley.

Michael Bond began chronicling Paddington’s adventures in his first book, A Bear Called Paddington, published in 1958. Fortunately, bears don’t need much encouragement, and Paddington has since filled the pages of twelve further novels, a variety of picture books, and many other projects written ...

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