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The Secret of Black Rock

By Joe Todd Stanton and Joe Todd-Stanton
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The Secret of Black Rock is a captivating children's book where a young girl named Erin sets out to unravel the mystery of a dangerous black rock that looms near her fishing town. Known as a place of peril that causes ships to disappear, Erin's curiosity leads her on a daring adventure to uncover the rock's true nature. The story delivers a lovely message about understanding and harmony with the natural world, beautifully illustrated to inspire young readers.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This beautifully illustrated children's book may appeal to you if you love stories about adventurous young protagonists and the power of friendship. Its magical and captivating tale explores themes of curiosity, courage, and the mysteries of the natural world, making it a delightful read for both children and parents alike.

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The Secret of Black Rock

This surreal modern folk-tale tells the story of an adventurous young girl who must protect a peaceful living creature.

This surreal modern folk-tale tells the story of an adventurous young girl who must protect a peaceful living creature.

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WINNER OF THE 2018 WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE FOR BEST ILLUSTRATED BOOK

The Secret of Black Rock is a surreal modern folk-tale that tells the story of an adventurous young girl who must protect a peaceful living creature.

Erin loves to lie on the jetty, looking for the weirdest fish in the sea - the weirder, the better! She believes the most interesting ones are further out, where her mum won't let her go...

Out there in the deepest sea lies the Black Rock: a huge, dark, and spiky mass that is said to destroy any boats that come near it.

Can Erin uncover the truth behind this mysterious legend?

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The Secret of Black Rock by Joe Todd-Stanton is praised for its stunning illustration style, particularly its dreamlike sea visuals and attractive colour palette. The story carries a gentle environmental message and is noted for its narrative being largely driven by its beautiful artwork, appealing to both children and parents. Illustrations of the underwater world, including diverse sea creatures, are highlighted as exceptional.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781911171744

Publisher: Flying Eye Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Flying Eye Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Joe Todd Stanton
  • Illustrated by Joe Todd-Stanton
  • Illustrated by Joe Todd Stanton

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Joe Todd Stanton

About the Author

Joe Todd-Stanton is from Brighton and grew up drawing with his mum. He studied Illustration at the University of the West of England, afterwards moving to London where he currently lives. His children's book, The Secret of Black Rock, won the 2018 Waterstones Children's Book Prize and since then he has written and illustrated seven books with Flying Eye Books.

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