UFO Diary by Satoshi Kitamura
A UFO is lost in space, until it spots a strange, blue planet. Zooming in for a closer look, the UFO discovers a curious creature watching it. The two quickly become friends and explore the earth and heavens together in one unforgettable afternoon.
"The dreamlike quality of the illustrations engenders a sense of wonder" * Books for Keeps *
"Satoshi Kitamura has a gift for slow-pacing a story that allows for dreaming and wonder." -- Julia Eccleshare * Guardian *
"Kitamura has a very cinematic vision as an author and illustrator." * Irish Times *
"'A beautiful, quiet, respectful reminder of who we are and whence we come.'" * The Horn Book *
"Terrific" * School Librarian *
"Satoshi Kitamura has a gift for slow-pacing a story that allows for dreaming and wonder." -- Julia Eccleshare * Guardian *
"Kitamura has a very cinematic vision as an author and illustrator." * Irish Times *
"'A beautiful, quiet, respectful reminder of who we are and whence we come.'" * The Horn Book *
"Terrific" * School Librarian *
Satoshi Kitamura was born in Tokyo and worked in advertising there before moving to London in 1980. He won the Mother Goose Award for Angry Arthur and he is now one of the most distinguished picture book illustrators. His book Sheep in Wolves' Clothing was adapted into an animated series by HIT Entertainment (who would later acquire Pingu, Fireman Sam and Thomas & Friends) that was animated by Grand Slamm Children's Films (who had also worked with HIT to animate Kipper, Percy the Park Keeper and Angelina Ballerina for CITV) and screened on CBBC for two seasons, starring Starred Absolutely Fabulous actress, Julia Sawalha, and also sold to overseas markets, including Australia. Satoshi now lives in Japan.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781842705919 |
| ISBN 10 | 1842705911 |
| Title | UFO Diary |
| Author | Satoshi Kitamura |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Andersen Press Ltd |
| Year published | 2007-03-01 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |