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Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Book?

By Lauren Child
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Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Book? by Lauren Child is a charmingly chaotic tale involving a boy named Herb, who finds himself trapped inside a book of fairy tales. As he navigates the storybook world, he encounters familiar characters and faces amusing challenges, all while trying to restore the book to its original state. This imaginative adventure explores the magic of storytelling through a blend of humour and creativity.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you love humorous, imaginative stories with unique illustrations. It offers a delightful adventure into a world where fairy tales are mixed up, and familiar characters appear in unexpected ways. Fans of quirky twists and creative storytelling will appreciate the playful narrative and visuals.

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Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Book?

A brilliantly original picture book with a fairytale twist, from Children's Laureate, and Charlie & Lola creator, Lauren Child. Equally loved by children young and old!

A new edition of this bestselling picture book by Lauren Child, the award-winning creator of Charlie and Lola.

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Have you ever fallen into a book Well, if you do, just make sure it isn't a fairy tale. Because in every one there's always a wicked this, an evil that or a hungry somebody just waiting to gobble you up.

Herb, star of Beware of the Storybook Wolves, returns in this thrilling tale from Kate Greenaway Medal winner Lauren Child. What will happen when he falls into his book of fairy tales Read on to find out!

'A thrilling story to scare your socks off.'

The Bookseller

'Wonderfully imaginative... Absorbing and with fantastical, zany pictures.'

The Observer

'Very, very funny and definitely not to be missed!'

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Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Book? by Lauren Child is celebrated for its inventive and humorous approach that delights young readers. The quirky illustrations and clever design captivate audiences, inviting them to engage with the story repeatedly. Described as both subversive and good-naturedly humorous, the book charms with its comic details and surprises on each page.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408307724

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 October 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orchard Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 298.0mm

Weight: 284g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Lauren Child

About the Author

Lauren Child has sold over 3 million books worldwide and is considered one of the most talented children's book author/illustrators working today. She won the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal for I Will Not Ever Never Eat a Tomato, the Nestle Gold Book Award for That Pesky Rat and the Nestle Bronze Book Award for Beware of the Storybook Wolves.

Lauren loves designing and making things and finds it exciting to see her drawings turned into objects. Other favourites include the cinema, TV matinees, small Italian cars, handbags, cardigans, travelling and being met at the airport.

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