A Is for Awful: A Grumpy Cat ABC Book (Grumpy Cat)

Name: A Is for Awful: A Grumpy Cat ABC Book (Grumpy Cat)
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780399557835
Price: 6.99 NZD
Availability: InStock

By Christy Webster

Series: Little Golden Book

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A Is for Awful: A Grumpy Cat ABC Book is a delightful children's book that takes readers through the alphabet with the famously grumpy feline. Each letter features Grumpy Cat's unique and often humorous perspective, providing both entertainment and a quirky introduction to the alphabet. This book combines engaging illustrations with a touch of humour, making learning a fun experience for young readers.
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A Is for Awful: A Grumpy Cat ABC Book (Grumpy Cat)

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Grumpy Cat has 8 million Facebook followers, her own TV movie, and now . . . a Little Golden Book! The world-famous feline stars in this hilarious storybook.

A Is for Awful: A Grumpy Cat ABC Book (Grumpy Cat) is a charming addition to any young reader's collection. Join Grumpy Cat in this unique alphabet adventure where each letter is coupled with Grumpy Cat's signature brand of sardonic wit and charm.

This enjoyable ABC book is perfect for fans of Grumpy Cat and for children who are just beginning to learn their alphabet. It's an amusing read that offers a humorous twist on traditional alphabet books, making it an enjoyable experience for both children and adults alike.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780399557835

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 January 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Golden Books Publishing Company, Inc.

Illustration: FULL COLOR

Contributors:

Illustrated by Steph Laberis

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 113g

Pages: 24

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Christy Webster Penguin Books Series: Little Golden Book

About the Author

Christy Webster edits and writes books for kids as part of her job in the editorial department of a major New York children's book publisher. She is a big fan of popular culture and has a great eye for quirky illustration styles. Among her titles are A is for Awful- A Grumpy Cat ABC Book, Big Fish, Little Fish, and I Can Bea Ballerina. She lives in Queens, New York. Steph Laberis graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design. She creates art for children's products, toys, and books, including the Little Golden Books'My Little Golden Book About Sharks and The Little Grumpy Cat That Wouldn't.

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