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Books Make Good Pets

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Books Make Good Pets by John Agard is a delightful children's book that explores the whimsical idea that books can be wonderful companions, much like pets. It invites young readers on an imaginative journey that compares the unique qualities of books to the characteristics of pets. Engaging illustrations and playful verses bring to life the joy and adventure that books can offer.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love poetry and whimsical stories that spark imagination and creativity. It celebrates the joy of reading and features charming illustrations, making it a perfect pick for young readers who cherish the magic of books and storytelling.

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Books Make Good Pets

An uplifting and funny celebration of the magic of books by John Agard, winner of the Queens Gold Medal for Poetry.

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Books make good pets and don't need going to the vet.

You don't have to keep them on a lead or throw them a stick.

They'll wag their words whenever you flick their dog-eared pages.

Even howl an ancient tale for the inward-listening ear.

Did you know that a book can take you anywhere? You only need to turn the pages of a story, and in a moment, you and your book could be crossing the waves in a pirate ship... or diving with mermaids... or even snoozing with a dragon.

Books really DO make good pets! Why don't you peep inside this one, and take your mind on an adventure?

This delightful original picture book poem is the perfect gift for anyone who delights in the magic of a good book. Agard's evocative, lyrical style is perfectly complemented with illustrations by Momoko Abe, whose colourful visuals add character, transporting the reader into an enchanting world of imagination.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408359884

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orchard Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Momoko Abe

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 201g

Pages: 32

About the Author

John Agard (Author)

John Agard was born in Guyana and emigrated to Britain in 1977. He has worked as an actor and a performer with a jazz group and spent several years with the Commonwealth Institute, travelling all over Britain giving talks, performances and workshops. He has visited literally thousands of schools. His poem 'Half-caste' is on the AQA English GCSE syllabus, and every year he tours the country performing with other top poets for GCSE students. He lives in Sussex and is married to Grace Nichols, herself a respected Caribbean poet.

Momoko Abe (Illustrator)

Momoko Abe was born in Japan and has been drawing ever since she can remember. Aged 20, pursuing her passion for visual storytelling, she came to the UK to study filmmaking, and still works in the TV and film industry alongside her illustration work. Momoko is an AOI World Illustration Award Shortlist artist, and creator of several picture books including Avocado Asks. She lives in London.

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