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The Lost Library

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In The Lost Library by Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead, a mysterious bookmobile appears overnight in a quiet town, stirring curiosity and excitement among its young residents. Amidst tales of adventure and mystery, the children uncover the bookmobile’s secrets, leading them to discover connections to the town’s history and the magic of storytelling. This enchanting tale highlights the wonders of libraries and the power of friendship.
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This delightful children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories about friendship, mystery, and the magic of books. With a setting that brings libraries and their enchanting world to life, it's perfect for young readers who love exploring the adventures hidden within the pages.

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The Lost Library

This warm, delightful middle grade has it all—a mystery, a pop-up library, ghosts, a cat that protects mice, and a beautiful friendship.

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This warm, delightful middle grade has it all—a mystery, a pop-up library, ghosts, a cat that protects mice, and a beautiful friendship.

The New York Times bestselling authors of Bob, Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass, introduce readers to a little free library guarded by a cat and a boy who takes on the mystery it keeps.

When a mysterious little free library (guarded by a large orange cat) appears overnight in the small town of Martinville, eleven-year-old Evan plucks two weathered books from its shelves, never suspecting that his life is about to change.

Evan and his best friend Rafe quickly discover a link between one of the old books and a long-ago event that none of the grown-ups want to talk about. The two boys start asking questions whose answers will transform not only their own futures, but the town itself.

Told in turn by a ghost librarian named Al, an ageing (but beautiful) cat named Mortimer, and Evan himself, The Lost Library is a timeless story from award-winning authors Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass. It's about owning your truth, choosing the life you want, and the power of a good book (and, of course, the librarian who gave it to you).

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The Lost Library by Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead is praised for its enchanting storytelling and timeless mystery that captivates both young and older readers. The story weaves in themes of community, the power of books, and magic, making it a delightful tale filled with quirky characters, ghost librarians, and a compelling mystery. Reviewers highlight its optimistic tone, subtle life lessons, and the richly developed characters that enhance this heartwarming narrative about the transformative power of libraries.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922790477

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 October 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 173g

Pages: 224

About the Author

Wendy Mass (Author) Wendy Mass is the author of eleven novels for young people (which have been translated into 13 languages and nominated for 46 USA state book awards), including A Mango-Shaped Space (which was awarded the Schneider Family Book Award by the American Library Association), Leap Day, the Twice Upon a Time fairy tale series, Every Soul a Star, 11 Birthdays, Heaven Looks a Lot Like the Mall, Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life, and Finally. Her most recent book is The Candymakers. Wendy wrote the storyline for an episode of the television show Monk, entitled 'Mr. Monk Goes to the Theatre,' which aired during the show's second season. She tells people her hobbies are hiking and photography, but really they're collecting candy bar wrappers and searching for buried treasure with her metal detector. She lives with her family in New Jersey. Rebecca Stead (Author) Rebecca Stead is author of When You Reach Me, Liar & Spy, First Light, Goodbye Stranger, Bob, The List of Things that Will Not Change, and The Lost Library. Her books have been awarded the Newbery Medal, the Boston Globe/Horn Book Award for Fiction and the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize. Rebecca lives in New York.

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