About Cloudberry & Ink Books – leannebeardsley.co.uk

Stories with softness, wonder and weather

Cloudberry & Ink Books is the small independent imprint of author and illustrator Leanne Beardsley, a home for stories that celebrate nature, emotion and the wonder of everyday life. Each title is created with care, from the first sketch to final page, produced in Yorkshire and designed to be treasured for years to come.

Our Books

PLEASE CLOUD, DON’T CRY
by Leanne Beardsley

This is the gentle tale of a little girl who wants to play in the sunshine, that is, until a grumpy-looking cloud threatens to ruin her day. But when she looks a little closer, she sees something truly unexpected: Can a cloud have feelings too? A lyrical comforting story about moods, weather, and the magic of listening.

Rooted in the real-life words of the author’s neurodivergent daughter, Please Cloud, Don’t Cry is a tender reminder that even the greyest skies have stories to tell.

The perfect picture book for rainy days, sunny days, and everything in between.

Published: 7 October 2025

Hardcover: ISBN: 9781919188300 Shop here for signed author copy

Paperback: ISBN: 9781919188317 Shop here for paperback

Future Titles from Cloudberry & Ink

At Cloudberry & Ink we believe in stories that slow you down. Stories that feel like misty mornings, well thumbed notebooks, a pot of tea beside the window and the hush before the rain. These are books made with heart and honesty, from hand drawn illustrations to sustainable printing choices and they exist to remind readers of all ages, that beauty is often found in the smallest details.

Cloudberry & Ink Books, gentle stories beautifully told.

COMING SOON! May 2026. A lyrical story about emotion, safety and love. Inspired by neuroscience and written with warmth this story will help children understand their feelings through gentle imaginative storytelling.

Author: Leanne Beardsley

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