Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, is set to publish her second Flora and Fern picture book with children’s publisher New Frontier Publishing.
Publishing director Sophia Whitfield bought worldwide rights to Flora and Fern: Kindness Along the Way from Joe Sisto at Planet Partners. The book, illustrated in full colour by Denise Hughes, will publish on 9th October 2025.
Flora and Fern: Kindness Along the Way is a picture book with a message of “kindness and community at its heart” that follows Flora and Fern on a big adventure as they discover kindness along the way.
The publisher added: “The charming tale champions determination and friendship through an ensemble of adorable animal characters, alongside plenty of mischief, wonder and joy – and will delight young readers aged three and above.”
Ferguson said: “I am so thrilled to be publishing my next children’s picture book with Flora and Fern and join them on this big adventure. It is a joy to be once again working with Denise Hughes, who has brought this next adventure to life with the most beautiful illustrations.
“Alongside plenty of joy and celebration, Kindness Along the Way is about community and the importance of friendship, which are things I feel strongly about.”
Whitfield said: “We are delighted to be releasing the second book in the much-loved series Flora and Fern, written by Sarah, Duchess of York and illustrated by Denise Hughes. Kindness Along the Way is an enchanting book that champions the importance of connection to nature and the world around us.”