Children's Books by
Irina Goncherenko & Liliana Hristova

Our Story

Inspired by our passion for writing and our kids' storytelling we are happy to share our love for books with you.

We create fun and entertaining stories to encourage children to develop their skills and discover their talents.

BooksByMILE is ready for new discoveries with you on our adventurous journey.

We write, publish, create games, run clubs, children's events and more.

With our best wishes,

Liliana & Irina

About

Arty's Sculpture Trail Virtual Tour

Our first book signing event!

Getting to know Arty

Kids listening to the story

Reading "Arty's Portrait"

"Arty's Portrait" in the library

Check out our book in Dagenham Heathway and Barking libraries

Our first book signing event!

Getting to know Arty

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Books

My Books

Reviews

For me it was fun reading the book. I wish you luck and let that be the first one of a series!

Ani Tsolova

Director, Lingvia Language School

In the press

Events

Upcoming Events

All Events

Sun, 21 May
WALK OF ARTY'S SCULPTURE TRAIL
Dagenham
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21 May 2023, 13:00 – 14:30 BST
Dagenham, The Chase, Dagenham, Romford RM7 0SS, UK
Led by the Authors of Arty's Eastbrookened Adventure Children's Book! Discovery Centre, Eastbrookend, The Chase, Dagenham, Romford RM7 0SS Explore Arty's Sculpture Trail and meet the authors of Arty's Eastbrookend Adventure children's book Irina Goncherenko and Liliana Hristova
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Sat, 22 Apr
Arty's Sculpture Trail Adventures at Eastbrookend Country Park for 6-10 year olds. 9 Week Programme
Eastbrookend Country Park
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22 Apr 2023, 10:15 – 12:15
Eastbrookend Country Park, The Chase, Dagenham, Romford RM7 0SS, UK
This 9-week spring family programme is inspired by the recently installed Arty's Sculpture Trail. Join the creators of "Arty's Eastbrookend Adventures" story on a journey through the trail. Let's craft, play and create our own adventures and fun family memories together.
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Wed, 19 Apr
Arty's Sculpture Trail Adventures at Eastbrookend Country Park for 2-5 year olds. 9 Week Programme
Eastbrookend Country Park
Multiple Dates
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19 Apr 2023, 10:15 – 12:15
Eastbrookend Country Park, The Chase, Dagenham, Romford RM7 0SS, UK
This 9-week spring family programme is inspired by the recently installed Arty's Sculpture Trail. Join the creators of "Arty's Eastbrookend Adventures" story on a journey through the trail. Let's craft, play and create our own adventures and fun family memories together.
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Fri, 25 Jun
Arty's Story Club - Story in the Park 0-5 Year Olds
Parsloes Park
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25 Jun 2021, 10:00 – 10:45 BST
Parsloes Park, Porters Ave, Dagenham RM9 5YX, UK
Arty is an artist well-travelled and skilled. Come along and hear a story about how Arty taught a curious rabbit to draw. Enjoy listening to Arty's Portrait story and have a go at drawing and decorating a character form the book.
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Sat, 13 Mar
Women & Girls' Empowerment Month
e-mail earlyyearscocoon@gmail.com to join
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13 Mar 2021, 10:00 – 10:45 GMT
e-mail earlyyearscocoon@gmail.com to join
Join FREE interactive online session led by COCOON with contributions from Books By Mile amongst others.
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Sat, 14 Dec
Imagination Space
47 Thames Rd
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14 Dec 2019, 10:00 – 13:00
47 Thames Rd, 47 Thames Rd, Barking IG11 0HQ, UK
We are a group of residents from Barking and Dagenham working together to create fun, educational, and creative activities for kids.
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Wed, 04 Dec
Pop Up Shop December 2019
Barking Station
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04 Dec 2019, 11:00 – 21 Dec 2019, 19:00
Barking Station, Station Parade, Barking IG11 8TU, UK
Pop Up Shop is back this December with even more wonderful and unique handmade products made by residents of Barking and Dagenham!
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Thu, 18 Jul
Arty's Club at Imagination Space
47 Thames Rd
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18 Jul 2019, 16:00 – 13 Aug 2019, 18:00
47 Thames Rd, 47 Thames Rd, Barking IG11 0HQ, UK
Arty's Club is about reading a story, telling a story and playing a story. Join Arty at Arty's Club on 18th July and 23rd July from 4pm until 6pm. Check out Imagination Space for other amazing sessions for kids!
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Fri, 12 Jul
Pop up Shop
Becontree
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12 Jul 2019, 16:00 – 27 Jul 2019, 18:00
Becontree, 496 Gale St, Dagenham RM9 4NU, UK
Pop Up Shop of local makers of Barking and Dagenham coming back this July!
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Wed, 24 Apr
Arty's Portrait @ Dagenham Library with Cocoon Toddler Play Group
Dagenham Library
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24 Apr 2019, 10:30 – 11:30
Dagenham Library, 1 Church Elm Ln, Dagenham RM10 9QQ, UK
Arty has been invited for a special toddler play session. First come first served basis up to 25 families.
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Wed, 28 Nov
Story time with Arty
Dagenham Library
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28 Nov 2018, 10:30 – 11:30
Dagenham Library, 1 Church Elm Ln, Dagenham RM10 9QQ, UK
Come along and meet Arty the turtle. Learn what portraits are and have a go at making one by discovering your hidden potential.This is a free session for children and their families.
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Tue, 06 Nov
Meet Arty
Every One Every Day
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06 Nov 2018, 15:30 – 17:00
Every One Every Day , 116 Church Elm Ln, Dagenham RM10 9RL, UK
Join in for a fun session listening to the story of Arty’s Portrait, followed by drawing with Arty and bringing the story characters to life.
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Tue, 23 Oct
Arty's Portrait Book Launch Special Event
Eden Tree Cafe @ Kingsley Hall
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23 Oct 2018, 10:00 – 12:00
Eden Tree Cafe @ Kingsley Hall, Parsloes Avenue Dagenham RM9 5NB, UK
Discover the story of Arty's Portrait and get your very own signed copy of Arty's Portrait book. Meet the authors, join us for story time and recreate the story with a fun activity pack. There will also be characters costumes for kids to dress up and colouring pages.
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Wed, 19 Sept
Arty's Portrait Book Launch and Sale
Romford Roneo - Vision Express at Tesco
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19 Sept 2018, 09:30 – 12:00
Romford Roneo - Vision Express at Tesco , 300 Hornchurch Rd, Hornchurch RM11 1PY, UK
Join us for "Arty's Portrait" readings followed by activities for kids. We will be at the cafe from 9:30am to 12:00pm and will be holding three reading sessions at the following times: 9:45am, 10:30am and 11:15 am. Signed books will be available for purchase. All kids are welcome!
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Fri, 17 Aug
Arty's Portrait Book Launch and Sale
Every One Every Day
Details
17 Aug 2018, 10:00 – 14:00
Every One Every Day , 116 Church Elm Ln, Dagenham RM10 9RL, UK
Join us on a discovering of portrait art with Arty's Portrait.
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