--- product_id: 71593938 title: "The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark: The beloved children’s illustrated classic picture book (Jill Tomlinson's Favourite Animal Tales)" price: "€ 17.80" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/71593938-the-owl-who-was-afraid-of-the-dark-the-beloved store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Comforting bedtime story Classic children’s illustrated tale Beloved barn owl protagonist The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark: The beloved children’s illustrated classic picture book (Jill Tomlinson's Favourite Animal Tales) **Price:** € 17.80 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Discover the magic of night with Plop, the owl who conquers the dark! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark: The beloved children’s illustrated classic picture book (Jill Tomlinson's Favourite Animal Tales) - **How much does it cost?** € 17.80 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/71593938-the-owl-who-was-afraid-of-the-dark-the-beloved) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Top-Ranked Bestseller:** Ranks #14 in Children’s Books on Birds and #31 in Bedtime & Dream Books. - • **Short, Engaging Chapters:** Ideal for independent young readers building confidence. - • **Soothes Nighttime Anxieties:** Gentle humor and reassurance perfect for easing fears of the dark. - • **Timeless Childhood Favorite:** A beautifully illustrated classic that has enchanted generations. - • **Critically Acclaimed & Loved:** 4.8⭐ from 1,070+ reviews, a must-have for every child’s library. ## Overview Jill Tomlinson’s beloved illustrated classic, 'The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark,' follows Plop, a baby barn owl overcoming his fear of darkness through heartwarming encounters. Perfect for bedtime, this award-winning story combines gentle humor and reassurance, making it a top-rated bestseller with over 1,000 glowing reviews. ## Description “One of our absolute favourites” – Zoe Ball ‘‘Utterly beguiling’ – Lucy Mangan, Guardian Plop, the Baby Barn Owl, is like every Barn Owl there ever was, except for one thing – he is afraid of the dark. "Dark is nasty" he says and so he won't go hunting with his parents. Mrs Barn Owl sends him down from his nest-hole to ask about the dark and he meets a little boy waiting for the fireworks to begin, an old lady, a scout out camping, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, a man with a telescope and a black cat who takes him exploring. Perhaps there is magic in the dark after all … Filled with gentle humour and giving comforting reassurance to nightime fears and anxieties, Jill Tomlinson’s animal bedtime stories have been enjoyed by children for decades. This edition of The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark is beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard. Review: Outstanding book. - A must have for all children in my opinion. A story on so many levels, friendship, determination, overcoming fears, and generally understanding the world around us. A great bedtime story as the chapters are quite short, with your child then reading the chapters independently. Review: Lovely story - This book was super sweet. We have since ordered the rest of the series as it was lovely to read. ## Features - Warning:Do not use near overhead power lines. - New Store Stock ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 3,609 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 14 in Children's Books on Birds 31 in Children's Bedtime & Dream Books 70 in Children's Books on Emotions & Feelings | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,070 Reviews | ## Images ![The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark: The beloved children’s illustrated classic picture book (Jill Tomlinson's Favourite Animal Tales) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81txZULeadL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding book. *by M***N on 24 February 2026* A must have for all children in my opinion. A story on so many levels, friendship, determination, overcoming fears, and generally understanding the world around us. A great bedtime story as the chapters are quite short, with your child then reading the chapters independently. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lovely story *by A***R on 20 April 2026* This book was super sweet. We have since ordered the rest of the series as it was lovely to read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 10/10 *by J***. on 12 February 2026* Fantastic story, well illustrated and presented. Perfect for my nephew as a gift ## Frequently Bought Together - The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark (Jill Tomlinson's Favourite Animal Tales) - The Truth Pixie - The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/71593938-the-owl-who-was-afraid-of-the-dark-the-beloved](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/71593938-the-owl-who-was-afraid-of-the-dark-the-beloved) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-08-22*