ONLY: THE BIRD WHO LIKE BEING ALONE by Airlie Anderson
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Author & Illustrator: Airlie Anderson
Sometimes we need quiet. Sometimes we need company. And sometimes, we need both.
Meet Only - a little bird who loves peace and stillness. While the other birds squawk, chatter, and swoop about, Only prefers calm skies and quiet moments alone. But when another bird arrives, hoping to share in that calm, Only must learn how to balance solitude and friendship, and discover that togetherness doesn’t have to mean noise or chaos.
In this beautifully illustrated companion to Neither, Airlie Anderson explores the delicate art of belonging - how to be yourself without shutting others out, and how to welcome connection without losing your space to breathe. With its gentle tone, inclusive message, and whimsical illustrations, ONLY offers young readers a comforting reminder: it’s okay to be quiet, to be different, and to find joy both in company and in solitude.