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The Wolves in the Walls

The 20th Anniversary Edition
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The Wolves in the Walls by Neil Gaiman is a whimsical and slightly eerie tale about a young girl named Lucy who hears mysterious noises coming from within the walls of her house. She suspects that wolves are hiding there, but her family dismisses her concerns. When the truth is revealed, Lucy must find the courage to confront the unusual situation that unfolds, leading to an imaginative and captivating adventure.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this whimsical and slightly eerie tale if you love stories with imaginative twists and a touch of the fantastical. The book pits a brave young girl against mysterious creatures lurking in her home, offering a delightful blend of suspense, humour, and clever storytelling. With Neil Gaiman's engaging narrative style and vivid illustrations, it's a treat for both kids and adults who appreciate a good adventure.

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The Wolves in the Walls

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**20th ANNIVERSARY EDITION**
Riveting text and astounding art make this a picture book to adore, from award-winning superstar author Neil Gaiman, and illustrated by the hugely talented and award-winning illustrator Dave McKean.

When Lucy hears noises from behind the wall she tries to warn her parents that there are wolves banging about. But her parents don't listen.

When the wolves finally take over the house and Lucy and her family are evicted to live in the garden, her parents realise perhaps they should have listened. But Lucy is no shrinking violet and pretty soon she has the wolves out and the family back in the house.

So what was that noise Lucy heard coming from behind the wall . . . ?

A brilliant, witty and inventive picture book with cutting-edge art, which is sure to be a hit with existing fans of Neil Gaiman as well as young readers.

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Neil Gaiman and Dave McKean's The Wolves in the Walls is celebrated for its inventive and madly funny story which also holds an eerie and atmospheric quality. The book combines collage, photography, and drawing, inviting older, fearless readers into a strange and humourous yet unsettling tale. The imaginative illustrations are a standout feature, complementing Gaiman's skilful use of humour and suspense.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781526661715

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Childrens Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Dave McKean
  • Illustrated by Dave McKean

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 252.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 56

About the Author

Neil Gaiman is a highly acclaimed writer of books for both children and adults and has won many awards for his work including both the Carnegie and Newbery Medals. He is also a screenplay writer and the author of Coraline and Pirate Stew for the children's audience. Neil is British and lives in America.

Twitter: @neilhimself

Dave McKean is a long-time collaborator of Neil's and has worked with him on many titles including The Day I Swapped my Dad for Two Goldfish and The Sandman comics. Dave is also a filmmaker, musician and he lives in Sevenoaks in Kent.

Twitter: @DaveMcKean

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