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Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures

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Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures by Jason Pamment is a captivating children's tale about a young, adventurous girl named Ember who discovers a magical island filled with peculiar and endearing creatures. As Ember explores the island, she learns valuable lessons about friendship, bravery, and the importance of helping others, all while navigating the island's enchanting but mysterious environment. This heartwarming story is filled with wonder and imagination, perfect for young readers.
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This delightful adventure might captivate you if you enjoy whimsical tales featuring brave young characters on a quest. It's perfect for readers who love magical worlds filled with unique creatures and a heartwarming story about friendship and courage. Beautifully illustrated, it's sure to engage children and adults alike with its enchanting visuals and charming narrative.

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Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures

From Treasure in the Lake's Jason Pamment comes a graphic novel of friendship and self-discovery in a gorgeously illustrated world, perfect for fans of Amulet and Lightfall.

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WINNER, Silver Ledger: 2024 Comic Arts Awards of Australia

'A charming story of unexpected friendships and endless wonder.' TIM PROBERT, creator of Lightfall

'Stunningly unique' Books+Publishing

Fitting in can be hard, especially when you're as small as Ember. He's hoping his luck changes when Lua, a kindly sea turtle, escorts him across the ocean to a school for little creatures on a wondrous island. There, Ember learns that first days can also be hard - especially when they involve fantastical cave-dwellers, ferocious storms, and classmates that aren't interested in making friends.

As he struggles to adapt to his school, Ember finds himself at the heart of an otherworldly mystery, facing a strange monster from the deep. And though Ember's classmates may seem of little help, any good student knows appearances can be deceiving - and friendship can come from the most unexpected of places.

PRAISE FOR TREASURE IN THE LAKE

'A beautifully drawn coming-of-age adventure story.' Kazu Kibuishi, creator of Amulet

'A charming tale of mystery and friendship, and an inspiring introduction for young comics creators.' Shaun Tan, creator of Tales from Outer Suburbia and The Arrival

Treasure in the Lake is a visual treat, and a heartfelt, rollicking adventure.' Remy Lai, creator of Pie in the Sky and Pawcasso

'An enchanting tale full of mystery and wonder and secrets. Once I stepped into Jason Pamment's beautifully drawn world, I didn't want to leave.' Craig Phillips, creator of Giants, Trolls, Witches, Beasts

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Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures is praised for its charming tale of unexpected friendships and its stunningly unique and imaginative artwork. The story is described as whimsical, poignant, and absorbing, capturing the wonder and delight of readers both young and old. It offers a wondrous world where small creatures confront and overcome their own challenges.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761067488

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 June 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 672g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Since he was very little, Jason Pamment has loved to dream up stories of adventures in vibrant worlds filled with strange and wonderful characters. He's a little taller now and lives in his hometown of Adelaide, South Australia with his wonderful wife, darling daughter and playful pooch. Jason's background is in animation, having designed award-winning films, children's television shows, music videos, commercials and video games. Jason's writing takes inspiration from the places and events of his childhood, mixed with elements of mystery and adventure. His debut graphic novel, Treasure in the Lake, is set in picturesque landscapes reminiscent of the rural, mountainous regions of northern Victoria, a place Jason loved to visit as a child. In Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures, he draws from cherished holidays on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia. Jason's stories speak to our emotionally tricky paths to adulthood, and are interwoven with themes of friendship, resilience and empathy.

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