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Highlights
- If Edgar Allan Poe wrote for children!
- 4-7 Years
- 11.1" x 8.5" Hardcover
- 44 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Ghost Stories
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Book Synopsis
If Edgar Allan Poe wrote for children! Fox and Mole find a spooky story spilling into their lives in this autumnal tale for older picture-book readers.
Fox and Mole live alone on a headland, in two houses, side by side. Mole is carefree and self-centred. Fox is responsible and self-sacrificing.
As autumn draws in, the friends read a spooky story together (that Mole keeps interrupting) about a racoon who transforms into a scuffling monster (a slightly spooky bit) while Mole eats Fox's cookies (all of them). Fox's anger with Mole's selfishness grows and soon Fox too begins to transform...
The Wind in the Willows meets the Brontës in this unique picture book, told in four chapters, which promises an immersive thrill for readers aged 6 and up. A cozy, wry, gothic tale for curling up with on long, dark evenings.
Review Quotes
'Equal parts cozy and spooky, this autumnal picture book demonstrates the importance of openness among friends - and the monstrous consequences of hidden resentments.'--Foreword Reviews, Starred Review
'This lightly gothic picture book for readers seeking a "slightly spooky" story illustrates the dual perils of taking more than we give and not asking for what we need.'--Shelf Awareness, Starred Review
'Fantastic. Just the right level of chills, with a message that some of us (read: me) probably should take to heart... Delightful stuff.'--Betsy Bird, School Library Journal
'This delightfully subversive book dances along the edges of horror... A fantastic pick for a Halloween readaloud.'--The Bulletin for the Center for Children's Books
'A thrilling and spooky tale that teaches the importance of caring for others and being considerate of others' feelings.'--Adrien Carter, YA Books Central
'Easy to read and fun to look at. A good introduction to scarier stories for young children.'--Samantha Gregory, YA Books Central
'A book about bravery, manners, and learning to communicate, that can be just as valuable for adults as it is for the children they read it to.'-- Kathryn Brostowitz, Boswell Book Company
'The illustrations are stunning, the writing is lyrical, and the story is well done. This will have kids on the edge of their seats.'--Lauren K., Kent Elementary
'A real delight for those that enjoyed The Wind in the Willows.'--Sara R., Haywood County Public Library
Praise for Finding the Way to Faraway Valley:
'A restrained, lyrical tone makes Faraway Valley magical for readers... A beautifully illustrated picture book with an environmental theme.' --Booklist, STARRED REVIEW
'This moving tale weaves a gentle moral of conservation through the story of a little bear's adventure with his grandfather.' --Foreword Reviews, STARRED REVIEW
'This is a gentle clarion call to protect Earth's wild spaces.' --Kirkus Reviews
'A book about wonder, persistence, and preservation.' --Los Angeles Book Review
'A timely tale about the need to protect and preserve wild spaces.' --School Library Journal
About the Author
Cecilia Heikkilä is a graphic designer, author and illustrator from Sweden. She was awarded The Selma Lagerlof Society's prize for children and YA literature in 2024. Cecilia is the creator of several acclaimed picture books, including Badger's Journey, A Christmas Sweater for Nina and Finding the Way to Faraway Valley.
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