A Friend For George

Name: A Friend For George
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781761046506
Price: 27.0 NZD
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By Gabriel Evans

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Summary

A Friend For George by Gabriel Evans follows George, a solitary dog, as he searches for the perfect friend. In his quest, he discovers the value of friendship and kindness while meeting various potential companions. This delightful children's story highlights themes of acceptance and the joys of connection.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you're looking for a heartwarming story about friendship and companionship. Filled with charming illustrations, it's perfect for young readers who appreciate tales of adventure and the joy of making new friends. This book may appeal to those who love exploring themes of kindness and imagination.

A Friend For George

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A charming and heartwarming story about finding a friend and discovering what friendship and being a truly good friend is all about.

A poignant, wonderfully illustrated story of true friendship. — Sunday Telegraph

A seriously heart-warming and special book that tops the list of most beautiful stories of the year. Ideal for all children from the age of four and up. — Books + Publishing

Highly recommended . . . readers will be entranced. — Fran Knight, ReadPlus

George likes living by the sea, but he often feels lonely. He'd like to have a friend — someone to talk to, someone to share stories with and someone to laugh with. As that's what friends do!

When he meets Claude the fish, George finally discovers the joys of having a special friend, as well as learning what it means to be a good friend to someone . . . for if you are, the rewards are bountiful!

Gabriel Evans is fast becoming one of the most consistently delightful Australian picture book creators of recent years. — Books + Publishing

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761046506

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 May 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 237.0mm

Height: 311.0mm

Weight: 442g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Gabriel Evans Penguin Books

About the Author

Gabriel Evans is a Western Australian children's book author and illustrator. Working primarily in watercolour and pencil, he creates books from a small studio on a big hill. Gabriel's books are published internationally in more than twelve countries, have been reviewed in The New York Times, translated into ten languages and read on ABC-TV's Play School. Blue Flower by Sonya Hartnett, his first picture book with Penguin Random House, was shortlisted for the CBCA Picture Book of the Year in 2022. His second picture book with Penguin, A Friend for George, was published in 2023, followed by Listen, Hippo! released in 2024.

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