The Boy Who Lost His Spark

Name: The Boy Who Lost His Spark
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SKU: 9781406392012
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By Maggie O'Farrell

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The Boy Who Lost His Spark by Maggie O'Farrell is a captivating children's story exploring the themes of finding joy and rediscovering creativity after experiencing life's challenges. The narrative follows a young boy who feels a loss of inspiration and excitement following a change in his life. Through imaginative storytelling and engaging characters, the book gently guides readers through the process of healing and the renewal of wonder in everyday life.
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You might enjoy this book if you love heartwarming tales about childhood adventures and discovering magic in the everyday world. With its enchanting storytelling and endearing characters, this book is perfect for young readers who appreciate stories of resilience and wonder.

The Boy Who Lost His Spark

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The new children’s book from multi-award-winning author of Hamnet, Maggie O’Farrell, paired once more with Daniela Terrazzini’s stunning illustrations.

When Jem and his family move to the countryside, he doesn’t like his new home one bit. It’s an old cottage on the side of a hill, where strange things keep happening: shoes are filled up with conkers, the stairs become tangled in a woollen maze.

Jem’s sister Verity is certain it is the work of a “nouka,” an ancient creature from local folklore that lives deep down inside the hill. Jem, however, is adamant that there is no such thing.

But this small mythical creature, so attuned to the hearts and minds of others, does exist. And, what’s more, it is determined, through mischief and mayhem, to help Jem reignite the spark within himself once more.

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Maggie O'Farrell's The Boy Who Lost His Spark has been praised for its enchanting storytelling and magical elements. Described as an uplifting read filled with autumnal charm, the book is recognised for its ability to touch readers of any age with its heartfelt narrative and beautiful illustrations by Jaglenka Terrazzini. Reviewers appreciate its blend of mythical intrigue and emotional depth, making it a recommended choice for those seeking a little magic.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406392012

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

Illustrated by Daniela Jaglenka Terrazzini

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 218.0mm

Weight: 600g

Pages: 112

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About the Author

Maggie O'Farrell is an award-winning Irish-British author. Her books for adults have received international acclaim; she has won the Betty Trask Award for her debut novel After You'd Gone, the Somerset Maugham Award in 2005 for The Distance Between Us, the 2013 Costa Novel Award for The Hand That First Held Mine, the 2020 Waterstones Book of the Year Award and the 2020 Women's Fiction Prize for Hamnet, and her non-fiction book I Am I Am I Am reached number 1 on the Sunday Times bestseller list. Where Snow Angels Go was her first book for children, and it won the Indie Book of the Month. Find her online at maggieofarrell.com

Daniela Terrazzini studied Fine Art in Milan and moved to London to study Photography at The London College of Printing. She is now an illustrator of both detailed paintings and graphic surface patterns. She has illustrated Where Snow Angels Go by Maggie O'Farrell, The Night I Met Father Christmas by Ben Miller and The Seeing Stitch by Jane Yolan. Follow her on Twitter as @DJTerrazzini and Instagram as @danielajterrazzini.