The Dreamies

By Author / Illustrator

Iona Campbell

Genre

Family & Home

Age range(s)

Publisher

Magic Cat Publishing

ISBN

9781915569806

Format

Paperback / softback

Published

08-01-2026

Synopsis

Step into the whimsical world of the Dreamies - tiny, playful creatures who live hidden between the walls of your home. As you sleep, they paint your dreams with dazzling colours, filling the night with wonder and adventure. But sometimes, even the Dreamies lose control, and a dream that starts off fun can twist into something far more thrilling... or even a little scary.

Can you help the Dreamies turn a nightmare back into a dream?

Bursting with enchantment and heart, this magical story is perfect for any child who's ever woken from a bad dream, showing them that, with the power of their imagination, they can take control and turn fear into something truly magical.

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Reviews

Sue

Whilst you sleep, the Dreamies, tiny, playful creatures who live in the walls of the house, create wonderful dreams, full of colour and fun. However, sometimes they get distracted and dreams can get bigger and out of control, turning into nightmares. But with some imagination, a little practice and a bit of help from the Dreamies, these bad dreams can be chased away.

With top tips from Gemma Coe, a child sleep specialist, parents are sure to find The Dreamies a very comforting and reassuring story to share with little ones who are having trouble with nightmares. The Dreamies are presented as whimsical, fairy-like creatures who bring joy and imagination to dreams. Their special job is depicted as leading children through adventures as they sleep.

For children who experience nightmares, it may well be helpful for parents to use the tactics employed by the Dreamies to find ways to take control of their nightmares, imagining something funny or reassuring to alter the path of their dream, helping children to feel safer at night.

The illustrations offer plenty to discuss and enjoy, celebrating the power of the imagination to create vibrant stories and take flights of fancy, making this a lovely story perfect as part of a bedtime routine!

Picture book / Ages 4+ / Reviewed by Sue Wilsher, teacher