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Kiki's Delivery Service

Series: A Puffin Book
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Kiki's Delivery Service by Eiko Kadono follows the enchanting journey of a young witch named Kiki who sets out to find her independence. Armed with her magical powers and accompanied by her talking black cat, Jiji, she establishes a delivery service in a bustling coastal town. The charming tale explores themes of growing up, learning from experiences, and finding one's unique place in the world.
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You might enjoy this delightful story if you love tales filled with magic, adventure, and whimsical charm. Perfect for young readers, it follows a spirited young witch as she navigates the challenges of growing up and finding her place in the world. Its gentle humour and heartwarming messages about friendship and self-discovery make it a wonderful choice for children and adults alike.

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Kiki's Delivery Service

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Puffin Classics - the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every child.

Rediscover the A Puffin Book series and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this special edition of Kiki's Delivery Service, complete with charming illustrations throughout by Joe Todd-Stanton.

Soar into this modern classic about a young witch and her very clever cat which inspired the beloved Studio Ghibli animation directed by Hayao Miyazaki.

'Everyone has some type of magic inside them...'

Kiki must decide whether she's going to leave home with her cat Jiji in tow and move to a town or village without a witch.

On her thirteenth birthday, she must decide whether to leave home to find a new village. She knows she has to use her powers to make a living, but Kiki's no good at potions or spells... can she use her flying abilities to make her own way in the world?

She sets out with her beloved black cat Jiji on an exciting journey, making new friends along the way.

Soar into this modern Japanese classic about a young witch and her very clever cat with this new translation which will delight fans of the beloved Studio Ghibli movie as well as new readers.

This magical translation, by Emily Balistrieri, of Eiko Kadono's classic tale Kiki's Delivery Service will enchant fans of the beloved Studio Ghibli film (now on Netflix) and new readers alike.

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Kiki's Delivery Service by Eiko Kadono is praised as a charming and beautifully written story that offers a magical and joyous reading experience. The book features stunning illustrations and is likened to Studio Ghibli films, making it ideal for fans of that genre. It is a touching coming-of-age story that explores themes of change and the emotional challenges of growing up.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241449493

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 July 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

  • Translated by Emily Balistrieri
  • Illustrated by Joe Todd-Stanton

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 169g

Pages: 224

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About the Author

Eiko Kadono was born in Tokyo in 1935 and after living in Brazil returned to the ancient Japanese city of Kamakura. Eiko is one of Japan's most prolific and well-known children's authors. She has written and translated over two hundred books and won many awards including the Hans Christian Andersen Award for Writing in 2018. Her most famous work is Kiki's Delivery Service which was published in 1985 and made into a hugely popular anime film.

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