The Liszts
By (Author) Kyo Maclear
Illustrated by Jlia Sard
Andersen Press Ltd
Andersen Press Ltd
5th July 2018
5th July 2018
United Kingdom
Children
Fiction
813.6
Long-listed for CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal 2018 (UK)
Paperback
40
Width 191mm, Height 292mm, Spine 5mm
190g
Mama Liszt, Papa Liszt, Winifred, Edward, Frederick and Grandpa Liszt make lists all day long. So does their cat. Then one day a visitor arrives. He's not on anyone's list. Will the Liszts be able to make room on their lists for this new visitor What will they do when something unexpected happens
Kyo Maclear's quirky, whimsical story is perfectly brought to life with the witty, stunning illustrations of debut picture book artist Jolia Sard . Discover this humorous, poignant and unforgettable celebration of spontaneity.
"A joy... Jlia Sard's illustrations are dark, dream-like, detailed." -- Alex O'Connell * The Times *
"A book to get lost in; Sard's artwork is resplendent in detail, character and texture" -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
"Perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket, Edward Gorey and The Addams Family, this is a picture book to treasure." * BookTrust *
"Simply enchanting in all its quirks" * Kirkus *
"Sards stylish spreads carry a whiff of Wes Anderson." * Publishers Weekly *
Kyo Maclear (Author)
Kyo Maclear is a self-professed spork - her father is British and her mother is Japanese. She was born in England, but moved to Canada at a young age. Kyo lives in Toronto with her two sons, two cats, a musican and a truckload of books.
Jolia Sard (Illustrator)
Jolia Sard is an illustrator from Barcelona. After her studies, Jolia started working as colorist in a studio which made the editorial merchandising for Disney/Pixar and then moved on to freelancing two years later. Now focusing on children's illustration, Jolia has had the chance to illustrate some incredible debut fiction and everlasting classics.