An image of the author/illustrator Martin E. Roberts holding his debut book with pride and a smile.

Hello

You might be interested to know that I am not just another author/illustrator. I wear many hats and do many things. You can learn more about me on my biography page.

I self-published my first book for my children. The story of Grandma saving a bumble bee is a true story, it happened during the summer of 2020 when we were allowed to have family visit during the Covid19 lockdown. I’d turned the little experience into a bedtime story and was encouraged to make it into a book. I couldn’t find an illustrator that I liked so I chose to illustrate it myself. 

The book has been a great success for me personally. I met a life-long goal, completed what was a difficult project from draft to publish, and my children absolutely love it. I’ve been told my friends and colleagues that their own child has the book, read it, and wanted to read it over and over and not let go. That is an amazing feeling to hear and I am so proud that my little story can bring joy to so many people.

I’ll write an release more books as and when I can find the time. The 12 days of Christmas book came about because I was asked why Grandad wasn’t in the story, and it was Christmas time. I have a few more ideas lined up and hope to get a couple of books released every year. Check back often or sign up to my newsletter.

Picture of the front cover of the book "Grandma Saved a Bumble Bee" which you can buy on Amazon.

About the book

Based on a true story, Martin’s debut picture book was the result of a two year journey of procrastination. 

Here the reader meets Grandma, a loving, retired lady when Barry, a frail little bumble bee desperate for something to drink bumps into her.
Using a traditional remedy of sugar and water,
Grandma brings the bee back to life.

A story that children don’t want to put down.

Mrs C McGee
Bee a good parent and buy this book!
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Read it to my three kids who really enjoyed the story and the bright pictures, and then the two year olds had a fight over who got to hold it, so I guess that means it's a winner
Marie81
A fun and educational story
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This book is great in so many ways. The story of the Bumble Bee is lovely and teaches children about this insect. My son loved the rhyming words and the illustrations which are bright and interesting. The is text large, wish this had been available last year, as my dad had sight issues and was unable to read to his grandson due to other stories being small text. This is such an inclusive book. Definitely recommend it.
Mrs Y Pointon
Fun for inquisitive grandchildren
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My grandchildren loved this book about grandma saving a bee, grandma is so clever and now all the bees are being saved. Along with many more critters , grandma can do anything.. can’t wait for more
Andrea
Lovely Children's Book
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Lovely rhyming book about grandma and a bee. My two girls sat and listened to it smiling. They both thought the illustrations where funny made them smile, and the writing and pictures are bright and big enough to see. I would highly recommend this book. 🙂
# 100

Highest ranking on Amazon under topic: Beekeeping.
May 2023

1 %

Of colonies die per winter in the UK

1

Total copies sold worldwide since release May ’22.
Updated: May ’23

1 k

There are over 200 species of bee in the UK & 20,000 worldwide.

# 100

Highest ranking on Amazon under topic: Beekeeping.
May 2023

1 %

Of colonies die per winter in the UK

1

Total copies sold worldwide since release May ’22.
Updated: May ’23

1 k

There are over 200 species of bee in the UK & 20,000 worldwide.

About the book

A unique twist on the classic Christmas carol first sang  in 1558, this book takes the wish lists of Martin’s children, and turns them into the carol you can’t stop singing.

Instead of five gold coins, there are
♪♫♪   5 Chocolate Coins   ♪♫♪ 

There isn’t a partridge in a pear tree but a
♪♫♪     Big cuddle on the settee    ♪♫♪

Grandad will love the chance to sing and spend time with his Grandchildren each and every Christmas.

Picture of the front cover of the book "12 Days of Christmas Grandad Gave To Me" which you can buy on Amazon.
Amy Thomson
What a Fantastic Story
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A beautiful story for children and grown ups to enjoy! I enjoyed reading this to children I work with, I will be doing the same again this year, and the year after! Thank you Martin for this amazing book xxx
JenB
Made us all smile
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We love this spin on a classic Christmas song, and our little one loves to count on each page. Great book
2023

The year the 12 Days of Christmas song was first published

1

The amount of days the Feast of the Epiphany  lasts for

1

Total gifts received from the True Love over the 12 days

1 bn

The average amount spend on Gifts each Christmas in the UK

2023

The year the 12 Days of Christmas song was first published

1

The amount of days the Feast of the Epiphany  lasts for

1

Total gifts received from the True Love over the 12 days

1 bn

The average amount spend on Gifts each Christmas in the UK