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Slime

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Slime by David Walliams takes readers on a fun, mischievous adventure set on the Isle of Mulch, where schoolboy Ned discovers a magical slime with extraordinary properties. Teaming up with this incredible slime creature, Ned seeks to bring justice to the island's misbehaving adults. It's a hilarious and whimsical tale filled with creativity and chaos that’s perfect for young readers.
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This hilarious children's story is a whirlwind adventure set in the fantastical Isle of Mulch. You might enjoy this book if you relish laugh-out-loud humour, delight in mischievous characters, and love tales filled with imagination and whimsical fun. Perfect for readers who appreciate zany plots and lively storytelling.

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Slime

The hilarious children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams – a fantastically funny tale illustrated by artistic genius Tony Ross.

The mega laugh-out-loud children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams.

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The hilarious children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams – a fantastically funny tale illustrated by artistic genius Tony Ross.

Welcome to the Isle of Mulch…

This little island is home to a large number of horrible grown-ups who like nothing more than making children miserable. The most awful one of all is Aunt Greta Greed, who owns the whole island.

Something needs to be done about them. But who could be brave enough?

Meet Ned – an extraordinary boy with a special power. Slimepower!

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

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Slime by David Walliams has been lauded for its whimsical and imaginative storytelling. Readers often compare Walliams to Roald Dahl, noting his ability to craft engaging children's tales. His work is described as refreshing and destined to become classic literature, continuing his tradition of producing delightful and entertaining reads for a young audience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008409555

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Tony Ross
  • Illustrated by Tony Ross

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

David Walliams has revolutionised reading for children and has become one of the most influential children’s writers today. Since the publication of his ground-breaking first novel, The Boy in the Dress (2008), Walliams has seen unprecedented growth with global sales exceeding 45 million copies, and his books translated into 55 languages. Collectively across his titles, David has celebrated 70 weeks (non-consecutive) at number one in the overall book charts and more than 200 weeks (non-consecutive) at number one in the Children’s charts – an achievement no other children’s writer has reached.

Born in London, Tony Ross went to art school in Liverpool. His cartoons have appeared in famous publications the world over. His first book, Hugo and the Wicked Winter, was published in 1972. Tony has since written over 100 books and illustrated over 2000!

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