Marcus Makes a Movie

Name: Marcus Makes a Movie
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780593179178
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By Kevin Hart and Geoff Rodkey

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Summary

Marcus Makes a Movie by Kevin Hart and Geoff Rodkey follows Marcus, a young artist with a knack for drawing comic adventures. When he's asked to adapt his comics into a movie, Marcus and his friends face unexpected challenges. Together, they learn valuable lessons about creativity, teamwork, and the pursuit of dreams, weaving humour and life lessons into their imaginative journey.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy fun, imaginative stories that blend humour and creativity. Follow the exciting journey of a young aspiring filmmaker as he discovers the ups and downs of bringing his vision to life. It's perfect for kids who are fascinated by storytelling, friendship, and pursuing their dreams.

Marcus Makes a Movie

Middle school student Marcus Jenkins dreams of making the cartoon superhero he has been drawing into an actual movie, but he will need help from his friends, his teachers, and his classmates to make it happen.

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Stand-up comedian and Hollywood box-office hit Kevin Hart keeps the laughs coming in an illustrated middle-grade novel about a boy who has big dreams of making a blockbuster superhero film. Perfect for readers of James Patterson's Middle School series and Lincoln Peirce's Big Nate series.

Marcus Makes a Movie follows Marcus, who is NOT happy to be stuck in after-school film class, until he realises he can turn the story of the cartoon superhero he's been drawing for years into an actual MOVIE! There's just one problem—he has no idea what he's doing. So he'll need help from his friends, his teachers, Sierra, the strong-willed classmate with creative dreams of her own, and even Tyrell, the local bully who'd be a perfect movie villain if he weren't too terrifying to talk to.

Making this movie won't be easy. But as Marcus discovers, nothing great ever is—and if you want your dream to come true, you've got to put in the hustle to make it happen.

Comedy superstar Kevin Hart teams up with award-winning author Geoff Rodkey and lauded illustrator David Cooper for a hilarious, illustrated, and inspiring story about bringing your creative goals to life and never giving up, even when nothing's going your way.

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Marcus Makes a Movie by Kevin Hart and Geoff Rodkey is praised for its authentic dialogue and engaging storytelling that captivates young readers, according to reviews from sources like Parents. Kirkus Reviews highlights its charm and focus on authentic friendship, while Publishers Weekly commends its comic timing and realistic character portrayal. Booklist provides insight into the hard work behind achieving dreams, and Variety notes its blend of humour and motivational themes about perseverance and creativity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593179178

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 May 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Inc

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 224

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Geoff Rodkey Kevin Hart Penguin Books

About the Author

Kevin Hart is an award-winning actor, a comedian, and a number one New York Times bestselling author. His films, including Fatherhood, Jumanji, Captain Underpants, and The Secret Life of Pets, have earned billions at the box office, and his stand-up comedy tours have sold out arenas and football stadiums, leading Forbes to name him the "king of comedy." His first middle-grade novel, Marcus Makes a Movie, was an instant New York Times bestseller and published to great critical acclaim, with Kirkus Reviews praising it as "a charming read . . . that celebrates the gifts of authentic friendship" and Publishers Weekly calling it an "energetic love letter to the artistic process." In the laugh-out-loud sequel, Marcus Makes It Big, Kevin delivers a heartfelt message about the perils of sudden fame and the importance of sticking close to the friends and family who helped get you there. Kevin is also an entrepreneur, a television producer, and the chairman of the Laugh Out Loud Network and CEO of HartBeat Productions. He lives in Los Angeles with his family. @KevinHart4real