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'A richly written story with breathtaking pictures' -The Guardian'It is wonderful...This is much more than a graphic novel:it is more like a silent film on paper' - The New York Times'This is a beautiful graphic novel within a novel - thesoft pencil drawings bringing the story alive' - Booktrust  ORPHAN, CLOCK KEEPER, AND THIEF.Twelve-year-old Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris trainstation, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity.But when his world suddenly interlocks with an eccentric girland her grandfather, Hugo's undercover life, and his most precioussecret, are put in jeopardy.A cryptic drawing, a treasured notebook, a stolen key, a mechanicalman, and a hidden message from Hugo's dead father form thebackbone of this intricate, tender, and spellbinding mystery. Winner of the esteemed Caldecott Medal - thefirst novel to do so, as the Caldecott Medal is an award for picturebooksReleased as a live-action film Hugoin 2011, directed by Martin Scorsase and starring Asa Butterfield,Ben Kingsley, Jude Law, Sacha Baron Cohen, Richard Griffiths,Ray Winstone, and Christopher Lee.a stunning gift to last a lifetime

From #1 New York Times bestselling author/illustratorBrian Selznick, a profoundly romantic YA novel about two boysfinding each other and falling in love over one summer in Rome."I'm going to call you Danny. What are you going to name me?""Angelo."Danny is spending his sixteenth summer in Rome. As his motherspends the day at work in a mysterious museum, he wanders the ancientsites and streets. Soon after his arrival, he encounters a shadow... who becomes a voice ... who becomes a boy his age. Angelo.Soon Danny and Angelo are spending as much time as they can together,piecing together stories of the city while only graduallyletting their own histories be shared. Attraction leads to affection,and affection leads to both an intimate closeness and a profoundfear of what happens next. Danny has never really had a home,or known the love of another boy. Angelo seems to have more experience... but he also has secrets just out of Danny's reach. Run Away With Me is a stunning creation, weaving wordsand illustration to tell the story of a transformativelove over the course of one Roman summer.Brian Selznick's first book, The Invention of Hugo Cabret,was the winner of the esteemed Caldecott Medal,the first novel to do so, as the Caldecott Medal is for picturebooksReleased as a live-action film Hugoin 2011, directed by Martin Scorsase and starring Asa Butterfield,Ben Kingsley, Jude Law, Sacha Baron Cohen, Richard Griffiths,Ray Winstone, and Christopher Lee.Brian Selznick's second book, Wonderstruck, was alsomade into a feature film, starring Julianne Moore and Michelle Williams

Orphan, clock keeper, thief: Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity. Combining elements of picture book, graphic novel, and film, Caldecott Honor artist Selznick breaks open the novel form to create an entirely new reading experience in this intricate, tender, and spellbinding mystery.

Rich, complex, affecting and beautiful, Wonderstruckis a staggering achievement from a uniquely gifted artist.In this groundbreaking tour de force, Caldecott Medalistand bookmaking pioneer Brian Selznick sails into uncharted territoryand takes readers on an awe-inspiring journey.Ever since his mother died, Ben feels lost. At homewith her father, Rose feels alone. Ben and Rose secretlywish their lives were different. Ben longs for the father he hasnever known. Rose dreams of a mysterious actress whose life shechronicles in a scrapbook.When Ben discovers a puzzling clue in his mother's room andRose reads an enticing headline in the newspaper, both childrenset out alone on desperate quests to find what they are missing.Set fifty years apart, these two independent stories Ben's toldin words, Rose's in pictures--weave back and forth with mesmerizingsymmetry. How they unfold and ultimately intertwine will surpriseyou, challenge you, and leave you breathless with wonder.With over 460 pages of original artwork Wonderstruckis a stunning achievement from a gifted artist andvisionary. A stunning gift book to be treasured for a lifetime.Don't miss Selznick's other novels in words and pictures, TheInvention of Hugo Cabret and The Marvels,which together with Wonderstruck, form an extraordinarythematic trilogy!Wonderstruck is now a feature-length film starring JulianneMoore and Michelle WilliamsBrian's first book, The Invention of Hugo Cabret, wasthe winner of the esteemed Caldecott Medal, thefirst novel to do so, as the Caldecott Medal is for picture books& made into a feature length film, HUGO, directed by MartinScorsese and starring Jude Law

Lost jewels?Missing pizza?Stolen spaceship?Baby Monkey can help . . .if he can put on his pants!Caldecott medalist Brian Selznick and author David Serlin bring BabyMonkey's adventures to life in an exciting new format that blendselements of picture book, beginning reader and graphic novel.It is ideal for sharing aloud and for emerging readers. With over120 black and white drawings accented with red, Brian Selznick'sextraordinarily detailed pages hold delights for children andadults alike!

An incredible immersive novel in words and pictures byBrian Selznick, a love letter to the natural world.Big Tree follows two tiny sycamore seeds, Louise andMerwin, as they try to save the world while searching for a safeplace to grow.In the spirit of such timeless classics as Charlotte's Web, TheWizard of Oz and Alice in Wonderland, Big Tree is a fast-pacedepic adventure that takes readers on a mesmerizing journeyfrom the prehistoric age to present day. It is filled with mysteryand danger, humour, heart, and hope, and will captivate readersages seven and up.Selznick creates a vivid fantastical world rooted in science,a cast of unforgettable original characters, and an exquisite escapadethat takes readers on a mesmerising journey from prehistorythrough the meteoric transformation of Earth to present day. Big Tree is a tour de force from an ingenious creator at thetop of his creative form.This story began as an original idea from film legend StevenSpielberg, and his production company has the film rights.A page-turning adventure with wonderful characters, about howeven the smallest can make an impact and save our worldBrian's first book, The Invention of Hugo Cabret, wasthe winner of the esteemed Caldecott Medal, thefirst novel to do so, as the Caldecott Medal is for picture books& made into a feature length film, HUGO, directed by MartinScorsese and starring Jude Law

'[Selznick is] a postmodern hero of middle-gradechildren’s fiction... Those who revel in puzzles, philosophicalconundrums and musings on transience, time and grief will adorethis challenging read’  TheTimes‘The most perfect feat of storytelling’Scott Evans, The Reader Teacher‘It has touched me in a way I can’t express…Breath-taking’ Ceridwen Eccles,primary teacher and blogger at Teacher GlitterA ship. A garden. A library.In Kaleidoscope, the incomparable Brian Selznickpresents the story of two people bound to each other throughtime and space, memory and dreams. At the centre of their relationship is a mystery about the natureof grief and love which will look different to each reader. Kaleidoscope is a feat of storytelling that illuminateshow even the wildest tales can help us in the hardest times.Brian Selznick's first book, The Invention of Hugo Cabret,was the winner of the esteemed Caldecott Medal,the first novel to do so, as the Caldecott Medal is for picturebooksReleased as a live-action film Hugo in2011, directed by Martin Scorsase and starringAsa Butterfield, Ben Kingsley, Jude Law, Sacha Baron Cohen, RichardGriffiths, Ray Winstone, and Christopher Lee.Brian Selznick's second book, Wonderstruck, was alsomade into a feature film, starring Julianne Moore and Michelle Williams

In The Marvels, Selznick crafts another remarkableartistic and bookmaking achievement that weaves together twoseemingly unrelated stories - one in words, the other in pictures- with spellbinding synergy."The illustrations take you by the hand, and they don't letgo" - The GuardianThe illustrated story begins in 1766 with Billy Marvel, the lonesurvivor of a shipwreck, and charts the adventures of his familyof actors over five generations.The prose story opens in 1990 and follows Joseph, who has runaway from school to an estranged uncle's puzzling house in London,where he, along with the reader, must piece together many mysteries.Filled with mystery, vibrant characters, surprise twists, andheart-rending beauty, and featuring Selznick's most arresting artto date, The Marvels is a moving tribute to the power ofstory. A stunning gift to be treasured for a lifetime.Perfect for fans of theatre, history and beautiful pencil artwork Brian's first book, The Invention of Hugo Cabret, wasthe winner of the esteemed Caldecott Medal, thefirst novel to do so, as the Caldecott Medal is for picture books& made into a feature length film, HUGO, directed by Martin Scorseseand starring Jude Law

PACKED FULL OF ATMOSPHERE AND GOTHIC DETAIL, the first in a brand new adventure series: when three cousins discover they're descendants of Dracula, they combine their powers to form the infamous vampire healing company, Dracula & Daughters!'Absolute brilliance . . . Extraordinary.' Hannah Gold'Compulsively readable.' Piers Torday'Original, ingenious.' Jonathan Stroud'I loved this from beginning to end.' Kiran Millwood Hargrave'Unputdownable.' MG LeonardIn the city of Temstown, for the first time in twenty years . . . Vampires are prowling the streets.The only way to make the city safe again is by culling the undead with a stake through the heart. But vampire slayers are in dangerously short supply.Then three girls, Mina, Buffy and Bella, discover a mindblowing secret. Could they alone have the powers to cure - not cull - vampires?Temstown is about to welcome its very own vampire healing company, and their first case is perilously close to home . . .8+ readers will devour the atmospheric setting, the vampish powers and the gothic details - including a talking raven - perfect for fans of Murder Most Unladylike, The Swifts and K-Pop Demon Hunters.

Packed full of atmosphere and gothic detail, the second instalment in a brand new adventure series: Dracula & Daughters are back! Can the infamous vampire healing company solve their latest case? Everyone LOVES Dracula & Daughters: 'Absolute brilliance . . . Extraordinary.' Hannah Gold'Compulsively readable.' Piers Torday'Original, ingenious.' Jonathan Stroud'I loved this from beginning to end.' Kiran Millwood Hargrave'Unputdownable.' M. G. LeonardAt last . . .Dracula & Daughters are open for business.Their mission: to heal vampires and keep the streets of Temstown safe.Trouble is, the new Guildmaster is insisting the city is now vampire-free, and wants Dracula & Daughters to close.But the undead are still lurking. After a string of strange events at the prestigious Poisonwood School for Boys, frightened pupils start holding vampire slaying lessons in secret.It's up to Mina, Buffy and Bella to convince them that slaying isn't the answer. But when vampires are appearing by the classful, is it already too late?The granddaughters of Dracula are about to have their healing skills firmly put to the test . . . And are reminded never to underestimate the undead.9+ readers will devour the atmospheric setting, the vampish powers and the gothic details - including a talking raven - perfect for fans of Murder Most Unladylike, The Swifts and TV show, Wednesday.

This is a powerful and timely story about one boy's epic journey across Africa to Europe, a graphic novel for all children with glorious colour artwork throughout. From Eoin Colfer, previously Irish Children's Laureate, and the team behind his bestselling Artemis Fowl graphic novels. Ebo: alone.His sister left months ago. Now his brother has disappeared too, and Ebo knows it can only be to make the hazardous journey to Europe. Ebo's epic journey takes him across the Sahara Desert to the dangerous streets of Tripoli, and finally out to the merciless sea. But with every step he holds on to his hope for a new life, and a reunion with his sister.*Winner of the Judges' Special Award at the Children's Books Ireland Book of the Year Awards*'Beautifully realised and punchily told.' Alex O'Connell, The Times Children's Book of the Week'A powerful, compelling work, evocatively illustrated ... It would take a hard heart not to be moved by this book.' Financial Times

"In the quiet attic of a large house lives a little ghost. Alone. Just as he likes it." The little ghost spends long nights swooping up and down, and round and round -- having fun, all by himself. He has no need to leave his dark and dusty attic; in fact he's actually rather worried about leaving. Until one day his peace is disturbed by a curious girl. The little ghost sulks: why won't the annoying and slightly scary child leave him alone? So, the grumpy ghoul decides to do what ghosts do best... But this little girl isn't easily frightened. This wryly funny story about adapting to change, facing your fears and having the courage to open yourself up to others is brought to life by Japanese author-illustrator Mamiko Shiotani's beautifully soft and textured artwork.

From bestselling and award-winning author Andrew Clements, a quirky, imaginative tale about creative thought and the power of words that will have readers inventing their own words.Is Nick Allen a troublemaker? He really just likes to liven things up at school -- and he's always had plenty of great ideas. When Nick learns some interesting information about how words are created, suddenly he's got the inspiration for his best plan ever...the frindle. Who says a pen has to be called a pen? Why not call it a frindle? Things begin innocently enough as Nick gets his friends to use the new word. Then other people in town start saying frindle. Soon the school is in an uproar, and Nick has become a local hero. His teacher wants Nick to put an end to all this nonsense, but the funny thing is frindle doesn't belong to Nick anymore. The new word is spreading across the country, and there's nothing Nick can do to stop it.

From bestselling and award-winning author Andrew Clements, a quirky, imaginative tale about creative thought and the power of language that will have readers inventing their own words—now available in a deluxe paperback edition!Is Nick Allen a troublemaker? He really just likes to liven things up at school--and he's always had plenty of great ideas. When Nick learns some interesting information about how words are created, suddenly he’s got the inspiration for his best plan ever...the frindle. Who says a pen has to be called a pen? Why not call it a frindle? Things begin innocently enough as Nick gets his friends to use the new word. Then other people in town start saying frindle. Soon the school is in an uproar, and Nick has become a local hero. His teacher wants Nick to put an end to all this nonsense, but the funny thing is frindle doesn’t belong to Nick anymore. The new word is spreading across the country, and there’s nothing Nick can do to stop it.