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Spaceboy

By David Walliams
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Spaceboy by David Walliams takes readers on a thrilling adventure with a young girl named Ruth, living on a remote space station. Her life turns exciting when she encounters a mysterious alien spaceship, leading to unexpected friendships and thrilling escapades. Set in a whimsical universe, the tale is full of humour and touching moments, perfect for young readers.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love adventures that blend humour and imagination with the awe-inspiring wonders of space. It's perfect for readers who appreciate stories filled with heart-warming characters, witty dialogue, and the exciting unknowns of the cosmos.

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Spaceboy

Go back to the Space Race with No.1 bestselling author David Walliams for a breathless cinematic adventure full of mystery, action, laughs and surprises – and a secret that could change the course of history…

The epic and funny new illustrated children’s book from multi-million bestselling author David Walliams

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Go back to the Space Race with No.1 bestselling author David Walliams for a breathless cinematic adventure full of mystery, action, laughs and surprises – and a secret that could change the course of history…

America. The 1960s.

Stuck on a remote farm with her awful aunt, twelve-year-old orphan Ruth spends every night gazing at the stars, dreaming of adventure.

One night she spots a flying saucer blazing across the sky… before crash-landing in a field. When the spaceship opens and reveals a mysterious alien, all Ruth’s dreams come true.

But does this visitor from another planet have a giant secret?

Spaceboy is a hilarious and action-packed tale for readers in any solar system.

David Walliams was most recently Children’s #1 bestseller with The World's Worst Pets (TCM chart: 30 April 2022)

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Spaceboy by David Walliams is celebrated as an epic adventure capturing a space-obsessed girl's encounters with extraterrestrial themes in 1960s America. It’s praised for its humour, wit, and ability to engage children, with Walliams being likened to Roald Dahl for his understanding of storytelling. Many reviews highlight the charm and fresh creativity of his writing style, making it a delightful choice for young readers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008588816

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Adam Stower
  • Illustrated by Adam Stower

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 368

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational David Walliams Young Adult

About the Author

David Walliams is a literary phenomenon whose books have sold more than 50 million copies worldwide and have been translated into fifty-five languages.

Adam Stower is an author and illustrator, who has collaborated with David Walliams on several of his books for children.

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