“This little book, measuring just 138 x 110 mm*​...has been lovingly designed and has been printed to a high standard.​ With so many good things going for it​...the illustrations are subtle, and wittily restrained; the device of using brief italic voice-over commentary at the end of each verse is a good one; the aim of helping early readers to face and overcome their fears is a noble one​. *There should be more small books like this.​"

— Michael Thorn, Achuka

“Amusingly illustrated by the author, this is a quirky, pocked-sized book, for anyone who might need a gentle nudge to take that vital first step, especially.”

— Jill R Bennett, Red Reading Hub

“This pocket sized book with a sweet rhyming story is full of positivity. Lovely to share and read aloud with children 5+ or even to gift to adults. The story has some great conversation starters about chasing your dreams and facing your fears. A really accessible way to talk about the power of facing your fears and dealing with some anxieties.”

— Tash Hyde, Read for Good

“…The story teaches children about the importance of having dreams and facing your fears, otherwise you won’t have a chance to achieve your dreams. I think children from about 3 years to about 6 years of age will enjoy having the story read to them. They will love the rhyming text and will repeating it themselves. Older children will enjoy reading it for themselves.”

— Susan Gibbs, Lovereading4kids Ambassador

“I fell in love with Poppy straight away. I adore the storyline and the delightful illustrations inspire the imagination.This is a treat for any book lover and a story you will treasure for the rest of your life.”

— Clare Baggeley, Art Director, Harry Potter at Bloomsbury

"Poppy the Pea is brilliant! An engaging, roll-off-the-tongue voice, complemented beautifully by the artwork. There’s a real Seussian feel to this story, in the very best way!”

— Rebecca Anastasi, Picture Book Editor at Hachette Children's Group