The Incredible Book Eating Boy by Oliver Jeffers
READ BY JIM BROADBENT! The mouth-wateringly irresistible tale of a boys insatiable hunger!Praise for ‘How to Catch a Star’:
‘The best recent picture book by light years, is stylishly spellbinding’ Telegraph
‘A story about possibilities and disappointments with a triumphant ending, all of which Jeffers captures through the beautifully expressive changing moods of his little boy.’ The Guardian
‘This is a magical, beautifully illustrated tale about reaching for dreams.’ Mail on Sunday
‘Hail to new talent… If only all picture books could be this good.’ The Bookseller
Praise for ‘Lost and Found’:
‘An uplifting story…pictures of such spare beauty…suffused with a dreamlike quality.’ Independent Online
‘Oliver Jeffers makes impressive use of space in this affecting story of friendship…illustrations capture feelings of loss and loneliness through the most delicate nuances of facial expression…and body language.’ Julia Eccleshare, The Guardian
‘Beautifully illustrated, simple warm story…little children will love to share it.’ Carousel
‘Jeffers has a unique writing and illustrative style. It’s a wonderful picture book.’ Publishing News
Oliver Jeffers graduated from The University of Ulster in 2001 with First Class honours. His outstanding talent has been recognised by several high-profile awards, including the Nestlé Children’s Book Prize Gold Award. ‘Lost and Found’ animation was broadcast on Channel 4. Oliver lives and works in Brookyln, New York.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780007247943 |
| ISBN 10 | 000724794X |
| Title | The Incredible Book Eating Boy |
| Author | Oliver Jeffers |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Multiple-component retail product, part(s) enclosed |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Year published | 2007-05-21 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Prizes | Short-listed for British Book Awards: WH Smith Children's Book of the Year Award 2007, Short-listed for Independent Booksellers' Week Book of the Year Award: Adults' Book of the Year 2007 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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