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The Dark
Written by Lemony Snicket
Illustrated by Jon Klassen
Orchard £11.99
ISBN: 978-1408330029
This is an irresistible picture book about boy who was wary of darkness but brave enough to conquer his fear. The unique collaboration between author and illustrator has created a book with a simple message expressed in both satisfying words and pictures - without darkness there would be no light. The limited palette is subtle and gentle and instinctively leads the readers safely through the book into The Dark. The familiar scenes highlighted by the torch beam are executed so elegantly yet are perfectly tuned with the text and the conclusion is a delight - everyone finishes with a thoughtful smile on their faces.
Jenny Blanch
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Interviews
Sir Quentin Blake : a look at some of the highlights of his career
Annabel Pitcher, winner of the Waterstone's Children's Book Prize for Ketchup Clouds
Sara Fanelli: picture literature on every page.
Also Stephen Pastis, Joseph Delaney & Justin Somper
Jump & Join David & Carrie Grant
Bringing children and music together
The Little Rebels Children's Book Award
A new award with a powerful agenda
Articles
Adapting children's writing to the stage: RCS's production of The Mouse & His Child. And much more
