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Doreen Tipton releases new book for children on ocean fun

Meet the Shrimp with a Limp, the Polo Bear, and the Puffin who lost his Stuffin' in Black Country comedian Doreen Tipton's fun new book for children.

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Doreen with her new book

Doreen, also know as Gill Jordan, has released Poetry in my Ocean – her second book – which introduces youngsters to some of the amazing creatures that live in and around our oceans.

Filled with illustrations and quirky fun poems, the book is aimed for children aged six and above – or younger kids if their parents can read it for them.

Doreen said: "I’ve set a special challenge to any parents attempting to read Myrtle the Purple Turtle. It’s an interesting tongue-twister."

The comedian and panto star's first kids’ book – The Giant Panteater, and Other Curious Creatures – was a great hit with parents, kids, schools and even received celebrity endorsements.

Performer Debbie McGee said: "Doreen has found a way to bring intelligent humour to children in an educating but entertaining way. I couldn’t put it down. It’s fabulous in every way."

In this new book readers get to meet The Puffin who lost his Stuffin’, the Felt-Tip Penguin, the Polo Bear, the Waterproof Seal, the Shrimp with a Limp, and other fun characters.

There is also have a light-hearted quiz at the back, so kids can check how much they have learnt.

Both books are available for £6.95 from the website doreenforkids.com

They are also available as a personalised gift, with the option of a photo of the child on the back cover and a birthday or Christmas message from the buyer.