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Kiss the Dust - by Elizabeth Laird (Paperback)

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Highlights

  • From award-winning and beloved children's author Elizabeth Laird comes a stunning edition of Kiss the Dust, with a cover illustration by Roshi Rouzbehani, an author letter and additional content from the author, including discussion notes.
  • 9-11 Years
  • 8.0" x 5.0" Paperback
  • 256 Pages
  • Juvenile Fiction, Action & Adventure

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About the Book



A highly topical, award-winning novel from a truly great writer for children



Book Synopsis



From award-winning and beloved children's author Elizabeth Laird comes a stunning edition of Kiss the Dust, with a cover illustration by Roshi Rouzbehani, an author letter and additional content from the author, including discussion notes. A must-read modern classic, this is an unforgettable, award-winning novel of conflict, persecution and the hardships faced by refugees.

Tara is an ordinary teenager. Although her country, Kurdistan, is caught up in a war, the fighting seems far away. It hasn't really touched her. Until now.

The secret police are closing in, and Tara and her family must flee to the mountains with only the few things they can carry. It is a hard and dangerous journey - but their struggles have only just begun. Will anywhere feel like home again?

This edition includes brilliant extra material, such as:
- An introduction by Elizabeth Laird
- Extra content from the author, including reading group questions



About the Author



Elizabeth Laird is the multi-award-winning author of many much-loved children's books. She has been shortlisted for the prestigious Carnegie Medal for Jake's Tower, Red Sky in the Morning, Secret Friends, A Little Piece of Ground, The Garbage King and The Fastest Boy in the World. She lives in Britain now, but still likes to travel as much as she can.

Roshi Rouzbehani is an illustrator based in London, originally from Iran. As an artist committed to social issues like gender equality and women's rights - her art is more than just visuals, it's a tool for change and dialogue. Her goal is to use art to start conversations, raise awareness, and make a meaningful impact.

Dimensions (Overall): 8.0 Inches (H) x 5.0 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.0 Pounds
Suggested Age: 9-11 Years
Sub-Genre: Action & Adventure
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Number of Pages: 256
Publisher: MacMillan Children's Books
Theme: Survival Stories
Format: Paperback
Author: Elizabeth Laird
Language: English
Street Date: October 28, 2025
TCIN: 94429453
UPC: 9781035034703
Item Number (DPCI): 247-29-5292
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 1 inches length x 5 inches width x 8 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1 pounds
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