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Gory Rory Fangface Needs a Kiss

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In Gory Rory Fangface Needs a Kiss by Ziggy Hanaor, a little vampire named Rory embarks on a heartfelt quest to find someone willing to give him a goodnight kiss. Despite Rory's somewhat scary appearance, the story takes readers on a journey filled with humour and warmth, teaching lessons about acceptance and looking beyond appearances.
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Gory Rory Fangface Needs a Kiss

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Longlisted for the UKLA Book Awards 2024

Ziggy Hanaor's story captures so completely the way that many of us, not just children, act when we are having a bad day that not only did we have a lot of laughs reading this book, but we could all relate to it too. - Armadillo Magazine

Gory Rory Fangface Needs a Kiss is having a TERRIBLE day, and the LAST thing he needs is a KISS.

Everything is going wrong for Gory Rory Fangface. First, he ran out of cereal, and then his favourite jumper was in the wash. Then it rained on the way to school. Does Gory Rory need a kiss? No, he most certainly DOESN'T.

The day gets progressively worse; he's forgotten his homework, it's egg salad for lunch, and then mum is late for pick-up. A kiss perhaps? NO WAY.

On the way home it rains again, there's homework to finish, and the internet is down. Gory Rory has reached the end of his tether - it really has been the WORST DAY EVER. But sometimes... just sometimes... when you really really need them... kisses can make it all better.

A heartwarming story about the power of affection to lighten up even the darkest of days.

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Gory Rory Fangface Needs a Kiss by Ziggy Hanaor is praised for its clever storytelling and delightful illustrations that capture the emotions of a little wolf-cub. The book carries a timeless message about the healing power of love and affection, resonating with children who understand the experience of waking up in a bad mood, and showcases the impact of parental love.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800660366

Publisher: Cicada Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Cicada Books

Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Ollie Silvester

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 214.0mm

Height: 263.0mm

Weight: 380g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Ziggy Hanaor is an author and publisher based in London. Her previous books include Fly Flies, The Pocket Chaotic and Alte Zachen: Old Things.

Ollie Silvester is an illustrator and animation director based in Bristol. His clients include The New York Times, Bloomberg Businessweek and Camden Town Brewery. He takes inspiration in the nonsensical humour of the everyday. This is his first book.

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