Granny Kate holding the book Mrs Needle - Freckles

Stories
that stay
for longer.

A Polish independent publisher based in the United Kingdom. We make beautiful books, recordings and gifts for children — for shared reading and family moments.

You don't have to be big and strong,
to become a hero.

Cover of Mrs Needle - Freckles

Our first book

Mrs Needle

Freckles the Doll

  • Hardcover
  • 24 pages
  • Polish language

The first book in the Mrs Needle series — about courage, empathy and how even the smallest hero can do something that matters.

5.0 (3 reviews)

“My daughter asks for this book every day. And every time I read it, I tear up too.”

Hania's mum · London

“Finally a Polish book that is beautiful to look at and wise in its message.”

Janek's dad · Manchester
Portrait of Granny Kate

“Read with
me, darling.”

A grandmother of three and the internet grandma of thousands of children and adults. Her bedtime tales, humour and warmth began the first INKSIDE book.

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Behind the scenes of the INKSIDE branding shoot

About INKSIDE

Polish independent
publisher in the UK.

INKSIDE is a Polish independent publisher based in the United Kingdom. We combine teaching experience, beautiful craft and thoughtful stories that support children's growth and family closeness.

  • Polish stories
    with values
  • Beautiful illustrations
    and high quality
  • For families
    here and everywhere

Articles

On books, reading, children and bilingualism.

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Reading

How daily reading builds a child's confidence

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Bilingualism

Polish at home abroad — how to make it joyful

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