Free to be me!

Author: Halls, Smriti

Picture storybooks

Published on 7 May 2026 by HarperCollins Publishers (HarperCollins) in the United Kingdom.

Paperback | 32 pages
240 x 281 x 5 | 214g

Discover where Elbert the Elephant feels most at home in this heart-warming tale by Smriti Halls and Nila Aye, perfect for children aged 3+

Elbert the Elephant is full of life and ready to try anything! The only problem is that nothing ever seems to go quite as it should – from ballet dancing to swimming lessons to story time at the library… will Elbert ever find a place where he fits? ?

Written by internationally bestselling author Smriti Halls and award-winning illustrator Nila Aye, this affirming story encourages every child to celebrate their individuality and find their place in the world.