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Leo and the Octopus

By Isabelle Marinov
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In Leo and the Octopus by Isabelle Marinov, a young boy named Leo, who feels different from those around him, befriends Maya, an octopus at the aquarium. Through their special connection, Leo learns to navigate his unique world, finding comfort and understanding in their quiet, mutual companionship. Set in the heart of a touching children's tale, this story highlights themes of friendship, empathy, and acceptance.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories about friendship and understanding differences. It's a delightful children's tale that follows a unique friendship between a young boy and an intelligent octopus, exploring themes of companionship and acceptance. Perfect for readers seeking heartwarming narratives with a touch of adventure and discovery.

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Leo and the Octopus

A stylish, sensitive picture book focusing on Asperger's Syndrome in a unique and humorous way.

A stylish, sensitive picture book focusing on Asperger's Syndrome in a unique and humorous way.

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The world was too bright for Leo.

And too loud.

"I must be living on the wrong planet," Leo thought.

Leo struggles to make sense of the world. He doesn't understand the other children in his class, and they don't seem to understand him. But then one day, Leo meets Maya.

Maya is an octopus, and the more Leo learns about her, the more he thinks that perhaps he isn't alone in this world, after all.

Leo and the Octopus by Isabelle Marinov is a touching story about finding connections where you least expect them.

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Leo and the Octopus is praised as an enchanting tale that captures the unique perspectives of an autistic child and an octopus, both perceived as somewhat alien yet possessing a shared knack for problem-solving. The story is noted for its sensitive and accurate depiction of autism, particularly in how Leo navigates his world and seeks connection through shared interests. Readers appreciate the imaginative way the narrative explores how the octopus’s colour-changing ability relates to emotions, highlighting Leo’s wish for a straightforward emotional code in human interactions.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787416550

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Templar Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Chris Nixon

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 228.0mm

Height: 266.0mm

Weight: 180g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Isabelle Marinov

About the Author

When Isabelle was 9 years old, her parents gave her a red typewriter for her birthday. She started crafting stories in German and Luxembourgish, her native language, straight away, but it wasn't until her first son was born that she returned to writing full time. Isabelle writes across several genres, writing picture books, middle grade and screenplays. She speaks four languages fluently, but English is her favourite for prose. She is a member of the SCBWI and a 2017/18 Children's Literature Fellow at Stony Brook University in Southampton, NY.

Chris Nixon is a multidisciplinary artist creating across illustration, graphic design, creative direction and public art. Based in Perth, Australia, Chris's work is inspired by the West Coast and classic surf culture with an emphasis on the handmade and crafted, using colour, texture and pattern across a wide range of media from children's books to animation, commercial illustration and large artwork installations.

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