Once upon a time, Leopard didn't have a wonderfully spotty coat. Until he rescued a firebird from the flames and she left her sooty mark on his golden fur.

A vibrant animal adventure perfect for curious little ones. Written by Ken Wilson-Max and illustrated by the multi award-winning Chantelle and Burgen Thorne.

Also available in the African Stories series: Once Upon an Elephant, Once Upon a Zebra, Once Upon a Lion, Once Upon a Giraffe, Once Upon a Hippo, Once Upon a Hyena, Once Upon a Buffalo, Once Upon a Rhino, and Once Upon a Chameleon.