Channel 5 star Amanda Owen has shared that her career is moving in a direction that she “never could have dreamed of”. The Our Yorkshire Farm star has taken some time away from her agricultural lifestyle to put pen to paper and write a book.

She is set to venture into children’s literature with the announcement of not one but seven upcoming books. The 50-year-old farmer and author is providing a series of picture books to inspire young minds. Amanda shared the “delightful” news, as she said: “I am absolutely delighted to have been given the opportunity to enter the world of children’s books with renowned publishers, Puffin.

“As a mother myself I know firsthand the joy that books can bring to young readers and how a book can stay with you into adulthood, take you places and open up new worlds.”

Reflecting on her partnership with Puffin, she added: “To be taken under the wing of the Puffin family, publishers of some of my childhood favourites, is something that I could never have dreamed of being possible.”

Christmas Tales From The Farm is a compilation of short stories, illustrated by Becca Hall, for eight to 12 year olds. It is set to be released this September.

The books will whisk children away to the countryside with tales of a mischievous reindeer, extraordinary chickens, and an astute sheepdog. Puffin editor Katie Sinfield said: “It felt only natural to bring Amanda’s remarkable farming experience and wonderful gift for storytelling to young readers.

“I can’t wait for families everywhere to meet real-life characters such as Chalky the dog and Coco the sheep, and to experience the magic of Ravenseat Farm through the warmth of Amanda’s bestselling writing and Becca Hall’s beautiful illustrations.

“Christmas Tales From The Farm is an incredible book to kick-start our ambitious publishing partnership, and the perfect, must-have gift for every household to read together this Christmas.'”

Owen’s literary agent, Jo Cantello, added: “It’s a dream come true to be working with the fantastically talented and supportive Puffin team on Amanda’s first children’s title, having spent my childhood with my nose buried deep in their books.

“We can’t wait to see how Christmas Tales From The Farm is received and to introduce Amanda’s incredible gift for storytelling and her characterful farmyard animals to a new audience.”