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Dave the Lonely Monster

By Anna Kemp
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In Dave the Lonely Monster by Anna Kemp, readers meet Dave, a gentle giant who feels isolated due to his enormous size. Despite his intimidating appearance, Dave is kind-hearted and longs for friendship. The story beautifully unfolds as Dave discovers how acceptance and kindness can bridge differences and lead to unexpected friendships among unlikely companions.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you love children's stories that combine charm, humour, and heartfelt themes of friendship and acceptance. It's perfect for young readers who appreciate whimsical illustrations and enjoy tales of monsters who are more lovable than scary. This delightful story encourages empathy and understanding, making it an engaging read for both kids and adults alike.

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Dave the Lonely Monster

A fantastic, funny, new tale from internationally bestselling picture book duo, Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie.

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Monstrous beasts have feelings too!

This lively story of a lonely monster called Dave, who lives all alone in a retirement cave, is a lighthearted reminder that we should treat others as we would want to be treated ourselves - and that we could all do with a bit more monster in our lives!

Another classic-in-the-making all about kindness from the unbeatable duo of brilliant author Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie, illustrator of The Detective Dog.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471143687

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 October 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Childrens Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Sara Ogilvie

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

Collections

Anna Kemp Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Anna Kemp writes both picture books and middle grade fiction. Her books have been nominated for the Booktrust Early Years Award, the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, Oscar’s Book Prize, and the Dundee Picture Book Award. Her work has also been adapted for television, puppetry, dance, orchestra, and theatre. Anna loves to visit schools and libraries and attend festivals. Visit her online at AnnaKemp-Author.com. Sara Ogilvie is an illustrator and printmaker and was the 2011 BookTrust Best New Illustrators Award winner. Dogs Don’t Do Ballet, which she illustrated, was shortlisted for the 2010 Roald Dahl Funny Prize and the 2010 BookTrust Early Years Award. Sara lives in lives in Newcastle upon Tyne in the north of England.  

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