BOOBELA AND WORM was included in several retail promotions and has sold over 6500 copies since March 07. A second collection of witty, insightful and charming stories from a highly-talented children's author with a unique and original voice. Beautifully illustrated throughout in full colour by acclaimed artist, Sam Childs, this book is a visual delight. Ideal transition between colour picture books and junior novels. Reading aloud to children has been Jacqueline Wilson's primary focus as Children's Laureate with widespread media attention. Feisty, independent characters leap off the page from the start. Equal appeal for boys and girl - but especially good for putting reluctant boy readers on the path to literacy and enjoyment of reading. In addition to four stories, each book will also contain cartoons and insights into Boobela's and Worm's families, friends and interests. Huge potential for audio, and for adaptation on TV/film and as merchandising.

'Wise, warm and wonderful...and charmingly illustrated' THE TIMES 'Sam Childs's innovative collages are the perfect compement to the eco-friendly message of Boobela and the Belching Giant' JEWISH CHRONICLE 'Exciting' JUNIOR EDUCATION PLUS 'This is a really original, quirky tale of friendship' JUNIOR EDUCATION 'Delightful' FOCUS 'Full of zany humour...Sam Childs's illustrations provide the perfect complement to the witty humour of the text' INIS

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