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A Very Cranky Book

By Angela DiTerlizzi
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A Very Cranky Book by Angela DiTerlizzi is a delightful children's book about a grumpy book that insists it doesn't want to be read. Through interactive encouragement, the readers help brighten its mood, making the journey a playful and engaging experience for young readers. The charming narrative and illustrations invite children to explore the joy of reading, even with the most uncooperative of books.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy tales with a playful mix of humour and wit that captivate young readers. Its engaging narrative and vibrant illustrations create a fun reading experience that can delight children and adults alike. Perfect for little ones who enjoy stories with a touch of crankiness that turns into a delightful adventure.

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A Very Cranky Book

The first picture book collaboration from bestselling husband-and-wife team Tony and Angela DiTerlizzi is the charmingly irreverent tale of a very cranky book . But when other books show up for story time, will Cranky change his mind?

Angela and Tony DiTerlizzi, two creative forces, have crafted a story as silly as it is clever.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

The first picture book collaboration from bestselling husband-and-wife team Tony and Angela DiTerlizzi is the charmingly irreverent tale of a very cranky book . . . who might not be so cranky after all.

Are you ready to meet the world’s crankiest book?

A Very Cranky Book doesn’t want to be read. It just wants you to leave it alone. After all, there are so many other things you can do—ride a bike, play a game, or draw a picture. There’s no reason for you to be bothering it! But when other books show up for story time, will the cranky book change its mind?

Angela and Tony DiTerlizzi, two creative forces, have crafted a story as silly as it is clever. In the vein of Grumpy Monkey and The Day the Crayons Quit, this tale humorously explores the big emotions of one very cranky book.

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A Very Cranky Book by Angela DiTerlizzi is praised for its humour and creativity, both in its text and illustrations. Kirkus Reviews notes its potential to amuse readers during a read-aloud session, while Publishers Weekly highlights its focus on the significance of readers to books.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780063206670

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 December 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Quill Tree Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Tony DiTerlizzi

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 397g

Pages: 40

Collections

Angela DiTerlizzi Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

Angela and Tony DiTerlizzi have been best friends and creative partners for thirty years and married for over twenty. They live in Amherst, Massachusetts, with their daughter, Sophia, and their rescue dogs, Mimi and Pippin. Angela is a beloved author of award-winning, charming, and inspiring picture books, including the USA Today bestselling The Magical Yet, Some Bugs, Just Add Glitter, and many others. Her books have been featured in Entertainment Weekly and BuzzFeed, on the Today show, and in Cheerios boxes. Tony is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and illustrator who has been creating books for over twenty years. From fanciful picture books, such as the Caldecott Honor–winning The Spider and the Fly and The Broken Ornament, to fantastic middle grade novels like Kenny & the Dragon, the WondLa trilogy, and the Spiderwick Chronicles (with Holly Black), Tony imbues each story with his rich imagination. And Cranky is just…well…cranky.

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