{"title":"Deanna Kizis","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the delightful world of Deanna Kizis, a beloved author whose works captivate young readers with humour, adventure, and charm. If you're seeking enchanting tales that spark the imagination, you've come to the right place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeanna Kizis is known for her engaging children's books that encourage curiosity and laughter. Her stories, filled with magic and fun, are perfect for young readers who love to embark on fantastical journeys. Each book is designed not only to entertain but also to inspire a love for reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her popular titles, \u003cem\u003ePenelope and the Curse of the Canis Diamond #2\u003c\/em\u003e takes children on a thrilling quest with Penelope as she faces mysterious challenges. In \u003cem\u003ePlease Don't Read This Book\u003c\/em\u003e, readers are playfully drawn into a hilarious narrative where they're advised against reading further, making it irresistibly entertaining. \u003cem\u003ePuggleton Park #1\u003c\/em\u003e introduces readers to a whimsical world filled with endearing characters and delightful escapades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Deanna Kizis's collection and let your child's imagination roam free. Her storytelling, characterised by warmth and wit, provides endless opportunities for learning and enjoyment. Dive into her books and nurture a young reader's journey into the wonderful world of literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"penelope-and-the-curse-of-the-canis-diamond-2-by-deanna-kizis-9780593661277","title":"Penelope and the Curse of the Canis Diamond #2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow Penelope the pug in the second book of this delightful series set in Regency-era London!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePenelope and the Curse of the Canis Diamond\u003c\/em\u003e finds Penelope the pug completely content in her new forever home with Lady Diggleton. So when her beloved owner receives an invitation to meet the Queen at Windsor Castle—and an instruction to bring the pug along—Penelope couldn't be more pleased for her Lady's good fortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, once the two arrive at the castle, their fortune starts to seem less than fortunate. 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Even though the cover asked you not to?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWell, if you're going to read it, then you'll have to follow the rules, or you're going to have WAY too much fun. And you don't want to have FUN, do you? DO YOU?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat's what I thought. 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