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Have you or your child read Before You Sleep by Benji Bennett? Post your feedback by 6 September for chance to win £100 Love2Shop voucher!

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SorchaMumsnet · 19/07/2016 15:59

In August 2007, Benji Bennett’s life changed forever when his adored four year-old son, Adam, died suddenly of an undiagnosed brain tumour. Inspired by his deep love for Adam, Benji made a pledge to share this love with other families and so he began to write. Read Benji and Adam's story here

Benji's first book, Before You Sleep, was such a success that it even outsold Julia Donaldson's The Gruffalo when it was first published. The author always believed strongly in the power of bedtime and so this book is perfect for reading to your little one before bed.

To celebrate the UK release of Before You Sleep, we have 50 copies to give away to Mumsnetters who want to read and share their (and their children's) thoughts about it on this discussion. Go to the giveaway page to find out more about the book and apply for a free copy.

You don't have to win a free copy to take part in the discussion. Anyone who has read Before You Sleep can post their feedback here. If you miss out on a free one, you can buy a copy. All who post feedback before 6 September will be entered into a prize draw to win a £100 Love2shop voucher. The giveaway ends on Monday 25 July so apply now!

This giveaway is sponsored by Adam's Cloud

Have you or your child read Before You Sleep by Benji Bennett? Post your feedback by 6 September for chance to win £100 Love2Shop voucher!
Have you or your child read Before You Sleep by Benji Bennett? Post your feedback by 6 September for chance to win £100 Love2Shop voucher!
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GeorgeW78 · 06/09/2016 23:11

It's such a sweet book, the story behind it is powerful making it quite an emotional read.

tishist · 06/09/2016 22:56

Very moving and honest read

ceroooss · 06/09/2016 20:50

The illustrations are beautiful- this story really is heartwrenching but heartwarming at the same time. Teaches the kids an important lesson and shows the importance of family

Jocelynne123 · 06/09/2016 11:11

A lovely and well written book that teaches children about family xx

jamielmdjs · 06/09/2016 01:04

What a beautifully written story. A very touching and emotional tale that is fantastically well illustrated.

pinkspideruk · 06/09/2016 00:17

its a lovely book - beautifully illustrated and easy to share

clarabella12 · 05/09/2016 22:47

absolutely wonderful read, pleasure to share it with my kids.

baconbap · 05/09/2016 22:24

it's a great book

casspuss · 05/09/2016 21:13

Never heard about this book!

manfalou · 05/09/2016 20:51

This is the perfect bedtime story for children.... Telling them just how much you love them through reading and making them forget about everything else.

emiai · 05/09/2016 19:06

Super book, one written with love and contains alot of meaning. Beautiful sentiment.

myboycraig · 05/09/2016 18:49

A beautiful, powerful & heartwarming story.

iamsaranna · 05/09/2016 17:52

Really well written and such a powerful message to kids.

grannybiker · 05/09/2016 14:56

Ah, it's lovely. Ideal cosy bedtime reading

Dessallara · 05/09/2016 14:23

Oh, it's such a lovely book :)

dirtypop · 05/09/2016 13:26

good read, tugs at the heartstrings

rocketriffs · 05/09/2016 09:40

Super story. My little one loves it and we have read it a few times now.

jazzitup · 05/09/2016 08:37

A lovely read

user1472654482 · 04/09/2016 16:48

Great book. We all loved it

ftovey7 · 01/09/2016 21:44

It is such a lovely story, my youngest loves it

starryskies78 · 27/08/2016 19:15

An absolutely beautiful book.The words are delightful and really hold a lot of meaning about the love in the every day things we do.

The illustrations are fantastic as well. Everytime I open the book to read I'm mesmerised by them again. Each and every page is full of colourful, beautiful images. Well done.

An excellent story just perfect for bedtime. So sorry that it comes after such heartache.

Sarah3kids · 26/08/2016 00:11

Simply beautiful - had me emotional after the first page!! My youngest, is not so young anymore - but we sat and read this together as she was about to set off for her first Brownie camp. It was reassuring for both of us to know that it didn't matter where we are - we will always be in each others thoughts.

It was a lovely story with fantastic illustrations which gave us the opportunity to talk about many things - some fun, some more serious and emotional.

After reading, I did take to the website - which was also very charming. We will certainly be looking at some of the other titles. Thank you Mumsnet for the opportunity. It reminded me how blessed I am to be able to tuck my monsters in at night x

angiehoggett · 25/08/2016 10:02

such a brilliant heart warming book, really enjoyable

webster147 · 21/08/2016 12:41

We read this beautiful book all together as a family, the children enjoyed following the fun rhymes and colourful detailed illustrations and Daddy and I read it with a lump in our throats knowing the story behind the books. Before You Sleep is a wonderful edition to our bedtime reading collection.

zombeana · 20/08/2016 17:47

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