Join us to celebrate the dark skies and all the wonderful night-time creatures this October! We’re extremely excited to welcome Dani Robertson, Dark Skies expert and nature writing author, to Pickering Book Tree. Focussing on just how important darkness is to ecosystems, Dani will introduce us to a treasure trove of creatures who make their homes and thrive in darkness. We will also hear just how important the dark is for our health and why we should all be concerned about our own increasingly light polluted environments.

Not only will you get to learn more about the amazing creatures that illuminate our night-time world in all sorts of ways, you will also get the chance to meet Dani and have your copy of her beautiful compendium of nocturnal creatures signed and dedicated.

About the Book

Creatures of Darkness takes readers on an extraordinary global journey, revealing the hidden world of 100 nocturnal species that thrive when the lights go out. From the deepest, densest rainforests and jungles to the wide-open savannahs and deserts, and even rural countryside, this stunningly illustrated book showcases the incredible adaptability of these incredible animals. Plunge into the darkest depths of the ocean and discover how life flourishes in the very darkness humans often overlook.

Creatures of Darkness is packed with fascinating facts and stunning visuals, bringing to light the mysterious behaviours, unique adaptations, and survival strategies of nocturnal animals. Whether it’s the silent flight of an owl, the bioluminescent glow of deep-sea creatures, or the secretive prowling of big cats, each page is dedicated to the awe-inspiring reality of life after dusk. This book will not only change the way you perceive the natural world but also ignite a sense of wonder and curiosity about the incredible creatures that thrive in the shadows.

About the Author

Dani Robertson, a Dark Sky Officer for Snowdonia National Park, is originally from Greater Manchester but moved to the Welsh countryside at an early age. She is prolific in conservation work, championing the darkness for all, and is a regular speaker at public outreach events. Her advocacy for night skies was recognised by the International Dark Sky Association in 2022, when she received the Dark Sky Defender Award. Her first book, All Through the Night, explored why darkness is so important – to plants, to animals, and to ourselves – and why we must protect it all costs. Creatures of Darkness is her second book.