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Lights, Camera, Danger! (Alien Superstar #2)

By Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver
Series: Alien Superstar
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Lights, Camera, Danger! (Alien Superstar #2) by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver is a children's book that follows Buddy, an alien with a passion for acting, as he navigates Hollywood in disguise. As Buddy takes on a new television role, he must balance the demands of show business with the challenge of keeping his true identity a secret. This humorous and adventurous tale explores themes of friendship, identity, and the pursuit of dreams.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in fun adventures with a touch of science fiction, as it follows the humorous escapades of an alien superstar navigating fame on Earth. It's an exciting read packed with laughter, perfect for children who love a mix of comedy and thrilling intergalactic experiences.

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The out-of-this-world second book in superstar authors Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver's newest middle-grade series.

After escaping his oppressive home planet and landing a gig on a popular sitcom, Buddy Burger is ready for another wacky adventure! But as he gets more famous, will he be able to hide from his fans that he's really an alien with suction cups for feet, a sensory enhancer that goes wild for gummy dragons, and six eyes? And will he be able to hide from the oppressive police force of his home planet forever?

Action-packed and full of laughs, Lights, Camera, Danger! is the second book in the exciting new middle-grade series that's sure to be an intergalactic sensation.

Series: Alien Superstar

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  • Lights, Camera, Danger! (Alien Superstar #2)
    The out-of-this-world second book in superstar authors Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver's newest middle-grade series. After escaping his oppressive home planet and landing a gig on a popular sitcom, Buddy Burger is ready for another wacky adventure! But as he gets more famous, will he be able to hide from his fans that he's really an alien with suction cups...
    By Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver
    Hardback
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Lights, Camera, Danger! in the Alien Superstar series is praised for its humour and engaging storyline, capturing the imagination of young readers. The book continues to charm with its quirky characters and adventurous plot, making it a delightful continuation of the series. Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver are applauded for maintaining the fun and impactful narrative style that appeals to children.

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ISBN: 9781419740992

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 29 September 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Amulet Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 256

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Henry Winkler Lin Oliver Series: Alien Superstar Young Adult

About the Author

Henry Winkler is an Emmy Award–winning actor, writer, director, and producer who has created some of the most iconic TV roles, including Arthur “the Fonz” Fonzarelli on Happy Days and Gene Cousineau on Barry. Winkler lives in Los Angeles.
Lin Oliver is a children’s book writer and a writer and producer for both TV and film. She is the executive director of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). Together, Henry Winkler and Oliver are the coauthors of the bestselling Hank Zipzer and Here’s Hank series. Oliver lives in Los Angeles.

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