I have teamed up with author, Gracie Wright to give away 100's of copies of the book, 'Silly Eric's Countdown to Christmas'. We are going to give a copy of the book to every child in my former primary school, Orchards C of E Academy.

This school sits on a level of deprivation that not only means that many children struggle for food and clothes but they also lack books. With your help and support this Christmas, we'll be able to put a smile on so many faces of very deserving children.

The Silly Eric books are written by award-winning author, Gracie Wright and illustrated by myself, Brandon Mattless. The message of these books are about loving each other for who we are - even if we sometimes get things muddled up. The aim of the books is to encourage children to never give up and give an affirming message of joy, peace, love and happiness (and of course silliness!)

We know that Christmas is fast approaching, however a little goes a long way and small donation (no matter how small) will go towards giving the gift of reading to a child this Christmas.

Let's be generous to those less fortunate than others and spread some Christmas cheer this season.

Thank you.

Click the following for more information about the Silly Eric books, the author Gracie Wright or the illustrator Brandon Mattless.