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Violet Vanishes

By Ursula Dubosarsky and Ursula Dubosarky
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Violet Vanishes by Ursula Dubosarsky tells the delightful tale of a mysterious girl named Violet, who knows how to disappear. Through a whimsical narrative, it explores themes of curiosity and imagination, capturing the charm and wonder of childhood as friends and family unravel the clues to her fascinating ability.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by captivating mysteries and love diving into imaginative adventures. It brilliantly combines charm and whimsy, making it an excellent choice for young readers who enjoy stories filled with curiosity and wonder. Perfect for those who appreciate engaging storytelling with a touch of the unexpected.

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Award-winning author Ursula Dubosarsky's brilliant new series, bridging the gap between picture books and junior fiction.

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Violet loves watching magic tricks. But when her mum takes her to see a magician, Violet becomes the star of the show! This exciting new series, written by Ursula Dubosarsky and illustrated by Annie White, offers children their first experience of reading real novels. The stories are approximately 650 words, comparable with many picture books, but the books are structured like novels four chapters, each ending on a major development or twist. Above all, the stories are about real experiences in settings familiar to 5- to 7-year-olds. This series has both kid and parent appeal, and will be highly collectable.

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Violet Vanishes by Ursula Dubosarsky is praised for its whimsical narrative and engaging storytelling style, making it appealing to young readers. The book captivates with its vivid illustrations and its ability to blend adventure with mystery. Itโ€™s noted for encouraging children's imagination while introducing themes of exploration and curiosity.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780734413970

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 August 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: Lothian Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Annie White

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 2.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 189.0mm

Weight: 60g

Pages: 24

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Childrenโ€™s, Teenage and Educational Ursula Dubosarky Ursula Dubosarsky

About the Author

Internationally renowned author Ursula Dubosarsky has won numerous awards for both her fiction and non-fiction. Her name guarantees quality parents and teachers can trust. She has been published to acclaim in the UK, North America and Europe. Her books include The Word Spy, The Red Shoe and The Terrible Plop

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