Roly-Polies
(Paperback)
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Publishing Details
Roly-Polies
By (Author) Mnica Carretero
Illustrated by Mnica Carretero
Translated by Jon Brokenbrow
Cuento de Luz SL
Cuento de Luz SL
9th July 2010
Spain
Classifications
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Drama and performing arts
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Insects, spiders, minibeasts
Childrens picture books
Childrens / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories
Physical Properties
Paperback
Description
The Roly Polies are a family of not particularly attractive bugs that live under a variety theater. All members of the family wear striped or brightly printed clothing and they each have a special talent. They are all great stars of the stage--dancers, actors, singers, and magicians. One day a talent scout flea comes to town looking for new stars.
Reviews
"Carretero's imagination is loopy and delicious; her cheeky, multi-colored illustrations have a dash of Gahan Wilson." Kirkus Reviews
Author Bio
Mnica Carretero was born in Madrid, but now lives happily in Segovia, where she draws colorful illustrations and writes books for children. She assures that her job makes her feel alive. A passion well depicted in her sunny drawings and original, cheerful characters.
She has illustrated dozens of books, games and posters for Spain, England, France, Korea, Australia and the United States. Since 2011, her work has been recognized on several occasions, being awarded at the London Book Fair, the Latino Book Awards in the United States and also in the BookExpo America.
