Agnes's Place

(Hardback)

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Agnes knows she is at home before she even opens her eyes in the morning. The sounds and smells and people swirl around her-she always knows what everyone is up to in the tight-knit apartment building where she lives. But she also knows what it is like to be the only child in a place full of adults who never have time. So when a little girl move

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The text and illustrations work in tandem to bring the magic of apartment living and new friendship to life. Shapes, lines and colors create movement and a strong visual throughline, helping readers eyes navigate detailed illustrations full of the messy, vibrant elements of life. Patterns and textures add another layer of cozy charmA love letter to new friendships and apartment living. Kirkus Reviews

Author Bio

Marit Larsen is a Norwegian songwriter and musician. Agness Place, her debut picture book, was first published in Norway and will also be published in Denmark and Italy. She currently resides in Brooklyn, New York. Learn more about the author at www.maritlarsen.com. Jenny Lvlie is a Norwegian illustrator. Her previous picture book, The Girls, written by Lauren Ace, was the winner of the Waterstones Childrens Book Prize. She currently lives in Cardiff, Wales. Learn more about the illustrator at www.lovlieillustration.com.