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The Runaway Pea Washed Away

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In The Runaway Pea Washed Away by Kjartan Poskitt, the story follows the adventurous journey of a tiny pea that gets swept away by water. As the little pea drifts through various environments, it encounters a host of intriguing characters and faces humorous challenges. This whimsical tale captures young readers' imaginations with its vibrant illustrations and playful narrative.
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If you love whimsical adventures and enjoy tales full of humour and imagination, this delightful story of a mischievous pea embarking on an unexpected journey will surely entertain young readers. With its engaging storyline and colourful illustrations, it’s perfect for children who adore fun-filled and charming bedtime stories.

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The Runaway Pea Washed Away

A fall-over-yourself funny sequel to the bestselling THE RUNAWAY PEA by hugely talented duo Kjartan Poskitt and Alex Willmore.

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The runaway pea is back for another hilarious adventure!

When one rogue pea finds himself s p i n n i n g down the plug hole, surely he’s in for a terrible time in the murky glurky sewers? NOT THIS PEA! Everything is an adventure! Everyone is a friend! But is all as safe as Pea assumes, or might he yet end up as someone’s dinner?! 

A fall-over-yourself funny sequel to the bestselling THE RUNAWAY PEA by Kjartan Poskitt and Alex Willmore, which has been shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize, and the FCBG award. Keep your eyes PEAled for more brilliant Pea books - The Runaway Pea and The Runaway Pea: Left Behind! 

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471194801

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 July 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Childrens Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Alex Willmore
  • Illustrated by Alex Willmore

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 260.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Kjartan Poskitt’s books have been translated into thirty languages and include the Murderous Maths series, as well as books on space, puzzles, and magic. He has also written funny children’s fiction including Urgum the Axeman, Borgon the Axeboy and the Whispering Temple, the award-winning Agatha Parrot series, and The Runaway Pea. Alex Willmore is an illustrator/designer whose passion lies in character design. Born in Northampton, England, Alex has been drawing characters since the moment he first picked up a pencil. A love of animals and picture books have inspired him and led to a career in illustration. Alex has been twice nominated for the Sheffield Children’s Book Award, was long-listed for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2020, and is currently nominated for The Federation of Children’s Book Groups Children’s Book Award 2020.

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