The Magic Place
By (Author) Chris Wormell
David Fickling Books
David Fickling Books
28th November 2023
4th March 2021
United Kingdom
Children
Fiction
823.92
Short-listed for James Reckitt Hull Childrens Book Award 2020
Paperback
304
Width 122mm, Height 176mm, Spine 21mm
230g
A stunning, elegant and uplifting adventure about searching for the most magical place of all - home. Have you ever dreamed of somewhere better A life more colourful and full of joy Escape with our sparky heroine, Clementine, and find your own magic place. A story to kindle hope in the heart of every child who reads it . . .
A beautiful blend of story and image * A Sunday Times Book of the Year *
What a treat it is * Editor's Choice in The Bookseller *
An extraordinary piece of work * David Tazzyman *
Brimming with detail and dazzling perspective * Chris Mould *
Chris Wormell is one of Britain's most celebrated author-illustrators and print makers. Known for his instantly recognisable style, Chris is the acclaimed illustrator of the iconic covers for Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage and The Secret Commonwealth and the award-winning H is for Hawk, as well as the creator of a host of picture books, including the bestselling George and the Dragon and One Smart Fish. He has won a number of literary awards including the Bologna Ragazza Prize, a Nestle Smarties Award and a Booktrust Early Years Award. His artwork has also featured in advertising campaigns for Jaguar, Marks and Spencer, The Natural History Museum, the Royal Opera House and Adnams beer amongst others.