Fenris & Mott

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A girl and her puppy face down the end of the worldwhich the puppys partly responsible forin this middle grade story from acclaimed author Greg van Eekhout, perfect for fans of Gordon Korman andJ.C. Cervantes.

When Mott finds a puppy abandoned in a recycling bin, shes ready to do everything she can to protect him. What she doesnt realize, however, is that this is the legendary wolf Fenris, whos prophesied to bring about the end of the world by eating the moon.

Now Mott has found herself in charge of making sure the hungry pupwhos busy munching on lampposts, cars, and water towersdoesnt see all of California as an appetizer, while also hiding him from the Norse gods who are hot on his trail, determined to see the prophecy come true.

Mott vows to protect Fenris, rescue him from his destiny,andprevent the world from ending. But will she be able to keep her promise Or has she bitten off more than she can chew

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"Van Eekhout gives readers both a redoubtable human protagonist who shows hidden depths of courage and resilience on the way to an ingenious resolution, and a canine one who is at once irresistibly winsome and terrifyingly destructive (not unlike many nonmythical dogs)." Booklist (starred review) "In this Rick Riordanesque epic, modern and ancient worlds collide in a vividly sketched adventure that begs to be adapted for the screen. Thrilling and touching in equal measure." Kirkus Reviews "Van Eekhout applies a deft touch to Motts difficult ethical dilemma, imbuing the quickly paced story with tenderness and genuine surprises." Publishers Weekly Praise for Weird Kid: Impeccably toned middle school humor, paired with action-packed hijinks and a poignant extended metaphor about finding ones identity, results in a heartfelt, pitch-perfect middle grade novel. Publishers Weekly (starred review) A wacky, witty, action-packed alien adventure with a poignant message about being your best self. John David Anderson, author ofPosted Greg van Eekhout brings magic, mystery, humor, and weird science to his wonderful WEIRD KID! Devious and fun and highly recommended! Jonathan Maberry,New York Timesbestselling author ofRot & Ruin "No one mixes gonzo with heartfelt like Greg van Eekhout. Amid wacky aliens, secret organizations, and larger-than-life guitar solos, is one kid just trying to figure out who he is. I was rooting for Jake on every page, and you will be, too!" Jenn Reese, author ofA Game of Fox & Squirrels "Exciting and intriguing twist on science-fiction tropes. A standout SF adventure. Kirkus Reviews Praise forCog: A page-turning novel of friendship, family, and standing up for whats right. Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books Cog is a gem of a robot, and his robotic observations are comedic gold. Readers will be charmed by this sci-fi tale of free choice, hot dogs, and fun word problems. Booklist Van Eekhout brings considerable heart and wisdom to this coming-of-age tale. A thought-provoking tale for younger readers about hubris and what it means to be human. Kirkus Reviews Praise forVoyage of the Dogs: Fast-moving, funny, and suspenseful. A deep-space furry adventure with heart and humor. Kirkus Reviews Whos a good boy Lopside and the canine crew of the starship Laika! This dogs in space romp will make you sit up and beg for more. Alan Gratz,New York Timesbestselling author ofRefugee A crackling page-turner about courage and wonder, full of warmth and heart and characters who jump off the page. Its my favorite book of the year." Rae Carson,New York Timesbestselling author of the Girl of Fire & Thorns series Dogs in space Who knew we needed that But Greg van Eekhout proves we did!Voyage of the Dogsis a delight, and kids are going to love it. Spencer Quinn,New York Timesbestselling author ofWoof Dog-lovers and space enthusiasts will gravitate to Van Eekhouts riveting book. Booklist

Author Bio

Greg van Eekhout is also the author of Voyage of the Dogs, Cog, Weird Kid, and Fenris & Mott. He lives in San Diego, California with his astronomy/physics professor wife and two dogs. He's worked as an educational software developer, ice cream scooper, part-time college instructor, and telemarketer. Being a writer is the only job he's ever actually liked. You can find more about Greg at his website: www.writingandsnacks.com.