Charlie Merrick's Misfits in I'm a Nobody, Get Me Out of Here!
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Charlie Merrick's Misfits in I'm a Nobody, Get Me Out of Here! by Dave Cousins
Charlie and his gang think they're heading for a week of football training but end up at a Survival Camp instead! Their leader Survival Clive, (once so dehydrated he sucked the sweat from his socks) dumps them in the middle of the forest. They've got just three days to get to base camp, and Charlie must use all his skill to make it back alive!
'Charlie Merrick's Misfits is a very exciting book that makes you want to turn the pages constantly. . ' * Guardian reader review *
'This book features lots of cool stuff inside, like illustrations, comic strips, trading cards and match reports . . . There's something here for everyone!' * 8.5/10 stars - Wondrous Reads blog *
'There are so many good things to say about this book! The illustrations make the characters' personalities come to life, and the variety of styles used to tell the story make for wonderful little surprises with every turn of the page.' * Bridget Hamlet, The School Librarian Journal *
'packed with comic strips and humour' * Fiona Noble, The Bookseller *
'This is a great book for any youngster laid out in a way that will really appeal to reluctant readers.' * Coventry Telegraph *
'Fun, gung-ho stuff with great cartoons and endearing characters.' * Alex O'Connell, The Times *
'Part story, part manual, and a lot of fun ... this is an ideal introduction to lateral thinking and problem solving skills, outdoor learning and facing challenges' * Dr Len Parkyn, The Teacher *
'This book features lots of cool stuff inside, like illustrations, comic strips, trading cards and match reports . . . There's something here for everyone!' * 8.5/10 stars - Wondrous Reads blog *
'There are so many good things to say about this book! The illustrations make the characters' personalities come to life, and the variety of styles used to tell the story make for wonderful little surprises with every turn of the page.' * Bridget Hamlet, The School Librarian Journal *
'packed with comic strips and humour' * Fiona Noble, The Bookseller *
'This is a great book for any youngster laid out in a way that will really appeal to reluctant readers.' * Coventry Telegraph *
'Fun, gung-ho stuff with great cartoons and endearing characters.' * Alex O'Connell, The Times *
'Part story, part manual, and a lot of fun ... this is an ideal introduction to lateral thinking and problem solving skills, outdoor learning and facing challenges' * Dr Len Parkyn, The Teacher *
Abandoning childhood plans to be an astronaut, Dave Cousins went to art college in Bradford, joined a band and moved to London. He spent the next ten years touring and recording, and was nearly famous. Dave's writing career began aged ten, penning lyrics for an imaginary pop group. He has been scribbling songs, poems and stories ever since. His debut novel for teenagers, 15 Days Without a Head was a Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week, a winner of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Undiscovered Voices, and was nominated for the Carnegie Medal. A Member of author collective The Edge. Dave spends his days at schools and libraries meeting readers, or at his desk in the attic making up stories. Keep up to date with Dave by visiting his website (www.davecousins.net); say hello on Facebook (www.facebook.com/davecousinsauthor); or follow him on Twitter (@DaveCousins9000).
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780192738233 |
| ISBN 10 | 0192738232 |
| Title | Charlie Merrick's Misfits in I'm a Nobody, Get Me Out of Here! |
| Author | Dave Cousins |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Year published | 2015-06-04 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |