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The Boys

By Lauren Ace and Jenny Løvlie
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The Boys, written by Lauren Ace and illustrated by Jenny Løvlie, is a delightful children's book that explores themes of friendship and growth. It tells the story of four boys who, despite their different personalities, form a strong bond while sharing adventures and experiences. The narrative beautifully navigates their journey from childhood into adulthood, highlighting the importance of understanding and supporting each other through life's changes.
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This delightful children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming stories about friendship and the bonds that form as children grow up together. With captivating illustrations and an engaging narrative, it beautifully explores how relationships evolve over time, making it perfect for teaching young readers about empathy and understanding.

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Follow the adventures of four boys as they grow up, forming bonds of friendship to last a lifetime – even if they are occasionally put to the test…

Follow the adventures of four boys as they grow up, forming bonds of friendship to last a lifetime - even if they are occasionally put to the test.

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Follow the adventures of four boys as they grow up, forming bonds of friendship to last a lifetime - even if they are occasionally put to the test... The boys had been friends for as long as they could remember and a little while before that. They were like brothers. Follow the adventures of Tam, Rey, Nattie and Bobby - four boys who share a friendship that will last a lifetime. From playing on the beach as babies to navigating the journey from childhood to adulthood, this beautifully illustrated picture book explores the importance of male friendships. Emotive storytelling by Lauren Ace gently presents themes of individuality, grief, togetherness and feelings, while Jennie Lovlie's stylish artwork delicately presents the difficulties and triumphs of growing up. This is the perfect book for young readers who are facing big changes, and opens up discussions about school-life and the future. From the creators of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize winner, The Girls. "Gentle, tender and joyful..." - Guardian "...a nostalgic story with a refreshingly modern feel." - Daily Telegraph "The book is at pains to show non-stereotypical images of boys and men... and manages to be not only insightful but affecting." - Financial Times "With echoes of Helen Oxenbury's illustration style, L vlie's characters glow, while her detailed, textured depictions of the seashore feel really alive." - Observer "Utterly charming... luminously illustrated..." - Attitude

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838911591

Publisher: Little Tiger Press Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 April 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Little Tiger

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jenny Løvlie

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 266.0mm

Height: 266.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jenny Løvlie Lauren Ace Penguin Books

About the Author

Lauren Ace is from south Wales, studied Drama at the University of Exeter and now lives in London, where she has worked in publishing for ten years. An award-winning publicist, Lauren looked after Julia Donaldson during her tenure as Children's Laureate and has managed campaigns for World Book Day and the announcement of Chris Riddell as Children's Laureate. The Girls is her first picture book. | @LaceyPR

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