Author: Peter Bently
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 1447218345
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A hilarious, rhyming adventure about a band of pirate cats! From Peter Bently and Jim Field – illustrator of the bestselling Oi Frog books. Winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize! Off shot Alfonso as swift as an arrow, through alleys and gardens and streets dark and narrow. He told every cat to prepare for a treat: "Follow me and you'll get all the fish you can eat!" When Alfonso the cat hears there's a boat coming into harbour stuffed with tasty haddock, he hatches a plan. It's brave! It's bold! And it involves a ghost pirate ship, some rather gullible fishermen and cats... LOTS of cats. With a bouncy, rhyming story and illustrations from the bestselling Jim Field - perfect for reading aloud!
Cats Ahoy!
Author: Peter Bently
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 1447218345
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A hilarious, rhyming adventure about a band of pirate cats! From Peter Bently and Jim Field – illustrator of the bestselling Oi Frog books. Winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize! Off shot Alfonso as swift as an arrow, through alleys and gardens and streets dark and narrow. He told every cat to prepare for a treat: "Follow me and you'll get all the fish you can eat!" When Alfonso the cat hears there's a boat coming into harbour stuffed with tasty haddock, he hatches a plan. It's brave! It's bold! And it involves a ghost pirate ship, some rather gullible fishermen and cats... LOTS of cats. With a bouncy, rhyming story and illustrations from the bestselling Jim Field - perfect for reading aloud!
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 1447218345
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A hilarious, rhyming adventure about a band of pirate cats! From Peter Bently and Jim Field – illustrator of the bestselling Oi Frog books. Winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize! Off shot Alfonso as swift as an arrow, through alleys and gardens and streets dark and narrow. He told every cat to prepare for a treat: "Follow me and you'll get all the fish you can eat!" When Alfonso the cat hears there's a boat coming into harbour stuffed with tasty haddock, he hatches a plan. It's brave! It's bold! And it involves a ghost pirate ship, some rather gullible fishermen and cats... LOTS of cats. With a bouncy, rhyming story and illustrations from the bestselling Jim Field - perfect for reading aloud!
Captain Ginger
Author: Stuart Moore
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0998044210
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
Now in one volume: the acclaimed tale of a starship run by cats The intrepid Captain Ginger struggles to keep his fellow felines united against a hostile universe--and their own worst feline instincts, too. Featuring the entire original miniseries, plus two rare extra stories and a sketchbook of character designs. Written and co-created by novelist/comics writer Stuart Moore (The Zodiac Legacy, EGOs, Deadpool the Duck). Art by cocreator June Brigman (Power Pack, Star Wars novels). Color by Veronica Gandini. Introduction by Walter Simonson (Thor, Ragnarok). "Entertaining...this intergalactic feline space story is both action-packed and full of humor." -Albany Times Union "It's a sci-fi story first, make no mistakes, but with so many strong characters onboard, I look forward to the catfights, comedy and--wait for it--catastrophes to come." -Comicon "Captain Ginger rocks " - Michael Allred, creator of Madman, artist of Silver Surfer "This book is steeped in cat lore, cat behavior, and cat knowledge." -Walter Simonson, writer/artist of Ragnarok and Thor, from his introduction "A fantastic wild ride of space exploration, cat drama, and galactic size imagination." -Everything Action "So wonderfully trippy and science fiction-y it reminds readers what it is about sci-fi that they love." - Adventures in Poor Taste STUART MOORE is a writer, a book editor, and an award- winning comics editor. His recent comics writing includes Deadpool the Duck (Marvel), EGOs (Image), and Bronze Age Boogie (AHOY). His novels include three volumes of The Zodiac Legacy, a bestselling Disney Press series created and cowritten by Stan Lee, Thanos: Death Sentence (Marvel), and X-Men: The Dark Phoenix Saga (Titan). JUNE BRIGMAN has enjoyed a long and varied career as a cartoonist, drawing such comic book titles as Alpha Flight, Supergirl, and Star Wars. She is the co-creator (with Louise Simonson) of the Power Pack series from Marvel Comics, which recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. Assisted by her husband, inker/colorist ROY RICHARDSON, she illustrated the Brenda Starr comic strip for 15 years, and has drawn many educational comics, as well as doing freelance illustrations for Horse & Rider magazine. The pair have recently taken over the artistic reins of the long-running Mary Worth comic strip.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0998044210
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
Now in one volume: the acclaimed tale of a starship run by cats The intrepid Captain Ginger struggles to keep his fellow felines united against a hostile universe--and their own worst feline instincts, too. Featuring the entire original miniseries, plus two rare extra stories and a sketchbook of character designs. Written and co-created by novelist/comics writer Stuart Moore (The Zodiac Legacy, EGOs, Deadpool the Duck). Art by cocreator June Brigman (Power Pack, Star Wars novels). Color by Veronica Gandini. Introduction by Walter Simonson (Thor, Ragnarok). "Entertaining...this intergalactic feline space story is both action-packed and full of humor." -Albany Times Union "It's a sci-fi story first, make no mistakes, but with so many strong characters onboard, I look forward to the catfights, comedy and--wait for it--catastrophes to come." -Comicon "Captain Ginger rocks " - Michael Allred, creator of Madman, artist of Silver Surfer "This book is steeped in cat lore, cat behavior, and cat knowledge." -Walter Simonson, writer/artist of Ragnarok and Thor, from his introduction "A fantastic wild ride of space exploration, cat drama, and galactic size imagination." -Everything Action "So wonderfully trippy and science fiction-y it reminds readers what it is about sci-fi that they love." - Adventures in Poor Taste STUART MOORE is a writer, a book editor, and an award- winning comics editor. His recent comics writing includes Deadpool the Duck (Marvel), EGOs (Image), and Bronze Age Boogie (AHOY). His novels include three volumes of The Zodiac Legacy, a bestselling Disney Press series created and cowritten by Stan Lee, Thanos: Death Sentence (Marvel), and X-Men: The Dark Phoenix Saga (Titan). JUNE BRIGMAN has enjoyed a long and varied career as a cartoonist, drawing such comic book titles as Alpha Flight, Supergirl, and Star Wars. She is the co-creator (with Louise Simonson) of the Power Pack series from Marvel Comics, which recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. Assisted by her husband, inker/colorist ROY RICHARDSON, she illustrated the Brenda Starr comic strip for 15 years, and has drawn many educational comics, as well as doing freelance illustrations for Horse & Rider magazine. The pair have recently taken over the artistic reins of the long-running Mary Worth comic strip.
Adventure Cats
Author: Laura J. Moss
Publisher: Workman Publishing
ISBN: 0761193561
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
Just when you thought you knew all there was to know about cats comes the ultimate—and unexpected—guide to taking your cat into the wild. Here are cats walking on a leash. Cats hiking on a leash. Cats tramping through snow. Cats camping. Cats kayaking, canoeing, even surfing—yes, cats who love water. When animal writer and active hiker Laura Moss couldn’t find an online resource for hitting the trail with her cat, she created one. AdventureCats.org took off like wildfire, with attention from Wired, the Huffington Post, Outside magazine, BuzzFeed, and much more. Now, the book Adventure Cats—a collection of jaw-dropping photographs, inspiring stories of real-life cats, and all the how-to a cat owner needs—will take readers and their cats well beyond the backyard. Learn how to leash-train a cat. What to do if you encounter wildlife on the trail. Plus, winter safety tips, and how to bring a little bit of the outdoors to an indoor cat. The stories themselves are catnip for animal lovers, from Nanakuli, the one-eyed cat who hangs ten; to Georgie, a four-year-old gray tabby who lives on a sailboat; to Quandary, who not only insists on hiking with her family but also teaches them a valuable lesson: When you follow your cat’s natural tendency to wander, you experience the outdoors at a slower, richer pace. This book will delight every cat person, regardless of whether their pet is inclined to adventure. (Take the quiz at the beginning of the book to find out!)
Publisher: Workman Publishing
ISBN: 0761193561
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
Just when you thought you knew all there was to know about cats comes the ultimate—and unexpected—guide to taking your cat into the wild. Here are cats walking on a leash. Cats hiking on a leash. Cats tramping through snow. Cats camping. Cats kayaking, canoeing, even surfing—yes, cats who love water. When animal writer and active hiker Laura Moss couldn’t find an online resource for hitting the trail with her cat, she created one. AdventureCats.org took off like wildfire, with attention from Wired, the Huffington Post, Outside magazine, BuzzFeed, and much more. Now, the book Adventure Cats—a collection of jaw-dropping photographs, inspiring stories of real-life cats, and all the how-to a cat owner needs—will take readers and their cats well beyond the backyard. Learn how to leash-train a cat. What to do if you encounter wildlife on the trail. Plus, winter safety tips, and how to bring a little bit of the outdoors to an indoor cat. The stories themselves are catnip for animal lovers, from Nanakuli, the one-eyed cat who hangs ten; to Georgie, a four-year-old gray tabby who lives on a sailboat; to Quandary, who not only insists on hiking with her family but also teaches them a valuable lesson: When you follow your cat’s natural tendency to wander, you experience the outdoors at a slower, richer pace. This book will delight every cat person, regardless of whether their pet is inclined to adventure. (Take the quiz at the beginning of the book to find out!)
Ahoy, Li'l Buccaneers!
Author: Mark Iacolina
Publisher: Union Square & Co.
ISBN: 1402799640
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Buccaneers sail. Buccaneers steer. Buccaneers grumble, snarl, and sneer. Hardy har har! Calling all Lil Buccaneers to set sail on a fun adventure, filled with dancing, singing, sparring, and treasure hunting. Young swashbucklers and their pirate pals are guaranteed a mighty good time with this delightfully rip-roaring, rhyming book.
Publisher: Union Square & Co.
ISBN: 1402799640
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Buccaneers sail. Buccaneers steer. Buccaneers grumble, snarl, and sneer. Hardy har har! Calling all Lil Buccaneers to set sail on a fun adventure, filled with dancing, singing, sparring, and treasure hunting. Young swashbucklers and their pirate pals are guaranteed a mighty good time with this delightfully rip-roaring, rhyming book.
Swashbuckling Cats
Author: Rhonda Parrish
Publisher: Tyche Books
ISBN: 9781989407783
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
If you think cats and water don't mix, think again. Plunge into worlds of piratical cats: some selfish, some mischievous, all fond of hitting the catnip stash. From ships on the deep blue sea, to ships flying through the depths of space, and even visiting from beyond the veil, these cats are determined and on a mission. Featuring thirteen "tails" of adventure-loving cats, puns, and fun by: Megan Fennell; S.G. Wong; Rebecca Brae; Grace Bridges; Lizz Donnelly; Blake Liddell; Frances Pauli; JB Riley; Joseph Halden; Leslie Van Zwol; Krista D. Ball; Chadwick Ginther; Rose Strickman; and Beth Cato.
Publisher: Tyche Books
ISBN: 9781989407783
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
If you think cats and water don't mix, think again. Plunge into worlds of piratical cats: some selfish, some mischievous, all fond of hitting the catnip stash. From ships on the deep blue sea, to ships flying through the depths of space, and even visiting from beyond the veil, these cats are determined and on a mission. Featuring thirteen "tails" of adventure-loving cats, puns, and fun by: Megan Fennell; S.G. Wong; Rebecca Brae; Grace Bridges; Lizz Donnelly; Blake Liddell; Frances Pauli; JB Riley; Joseph Halden; Leslie Van Zwol; Krista D. Ball; Chadwick Ginther; Rose Strickman; and Beth Cato.
Inside Cat
Author:
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1797214748
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
The newest story from the New York Times bestselling author/illustrator Brendan Wenzel is a funny and wise celebration of observation, curiosity, and indoor life. From the endlessly inventive Caldecott Honor author/illustrator of They All Saw a Cat comes a picture book that is playful, perceptive, and full of delights. Inside Cat is just that: an inside cat. But while the cat's life is bound by the walls of an unusual house, it's far from dull. As the cat wanders, wonders, stares, and snacks, roaming from room to room and place to place, both cat and reader discover worlds and sensations beyond what's right in front of them. And just when Inside Cat is sure it knows everything, another surprise awaits! Fresh, funny, and wise, Inside Cat is a feast for the eyes and the imagination. A BOOK THAT ENCOURAGES IMAGINATIVE THINKING: All of Brendan Wenzel's books play with observation, perception, and the imagination. Readers will see how the cat's imagination grows as it explores its building and will be inspired to make their own imaginative journeys. A BOOK THAT ENCOURAGES OBSERVATION: There are many details in this book, from the decorations in the different rooms to the animals that appear. Readers will enjoy seeing how these details affect the cat, and will flip pages back and forth to see how the cat has incorporated these details into its thinking. A BOOK THAT MAKES THE MOST OF THE INDOORS: The cat's world is inside a building, and it enjoys every aspect of being inside. The book sends a positive message about playing inside that parents will appreciate. GREAT TO READ ALOUD: The rhythmic narrative and refrains are catchy and fun to read out loud and invite audience participation. BELOVED AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR: Brendan is a bestselling Caldecott Honor–winning artist and a sought-after speaker at schools and libraries. His books They All Saw a Cat, Hello Hello, and A Stone Sat Still have received multiple starred reviews, state awards, and are family and classroom favorites. Perfect for: • Parents and grandparents • Cat lovers • Fans of Brendan Wenzel • Educators • Librarians
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1797214748
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
The newest story from the New York Times bestselling author/illustrator Brendan Wenzel is a funny and wise celebration of observation, curiosity, and indoor life. From the endlessly inventive Caldecott Honor author/illustrator of They All Saw a Cat comes a picture book that is playful, perceptive, and full of delights. Inside Cat is just that: an inside cat. But while the cat's life is bound by the walls of an unusual house, it's far from dull. As the cat wanders, wonders, stares, and snacks, roaming from room to room and place to place, both cat and reader discover worlds and sensations beyond what's right in front of them. And just when Inside Cat is sure it knows everything, another surprise awaits! Fresh, funny, and wise, Inside Cat is a feast for the eyes and the imagination. A BOOK THAT ENCOURAGES IMAGINATIVE THINKING: All of Brendan Wenzel's books play with observation, perception, and the imagination. Readers will see how the cat's imagination grows as it explores its building and will be inspired to make their own imaginative journeys. A BOOK THAT ENCOURAGES OBSERVATION: There are many details in this book, from the decorations in the different rooms to the animals that appear. Readers will enjoy seeing how these details affect the cat, and will flip pages back and forth to see how the cat has incorporated these details into its thinking. A BOOK THAT MAKES THE MOST OF THE INDOORS: The cat's world is inside a building, and it enjoys every aspect of being inside. The book sends a positive message about playing inside that parents will appreciate. GREAT TO READ ALOUD: The rhythmic narrative and refrains are catchy and fun to read out loud and invite audience participation. BELOVED AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR: Brendan is a bestselling Caldecott Honor–winning artist and a sought-after speaker at schools and libraries. His books They All Saw a Cat, Hello Hello, and A Stone Sat Still have received multiple starred reviews, state awards, and are family and classroom favorites. Perfect for: • Parents and grandparents • Cat lovers • Fans of Brendan Wenzel • Educators • Librarians
Shark in the Dark
Author: Peter Bently
Publisher: Walker Childrens
ISBN: 9780802798411
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The shark has been lurking in the deep, dark sea, searching for a fishy snack. He's big and he's mean and he's always hungry. Tired of fleeing the shark, the other sea creatures come up with a plan. If they all work together, it might be possible to teach the shark a lesson he'll never forget. With a lively rhyming text; bright, expressive illustrations; and a playful die-cut cover, this is one shark's tale that will be a hit either at story hour . . . or feeding time.
Publisher: Walker Childrens
ISBN: 9780802798411
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The shark has been lurking in the deep, dark sea, searching for a fishy snack. He's big and he's mean and he's always hungry. Tired of fleeing the shark, the other sea creatures come up with a plan. If they all work together, it might be possible to teach the shark a lesson he'll never forget. With a lively rhyming text; bright, expressive illustrations; and a playful die-cut cover, this is one shark's tale that will be a hit either at story hour . . . or feeding time.
Pirates Ahoy! Activity Fun
Author: Lisa Regan
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
ISBN: 0486832937
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
Ahoy, me hearties! Here's a treasure trove of pirate puzzles and fun facts, waiting to be discovered. More than 40 activities feature a lovable crew of seafaring scoundrels and include picture and word puzzles, mazes, memory tests, and other swashbuckling adventures for boys and girls ages 6 to 10 ready for the challenge.
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
ISBN: 0486832937
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
Ahoy, me hearties! Here's a treasure trove of pirate puzzles and fun facts, waiting to be discovered. More than 40 activities feature a lovable crew of seafaring scoundrels and include picture and word puzzles, mazes, memory tests, and other swashbuckling adventures for boys and girls ages 6 to 10 ready for the challenge.
Ahoy There, Little Polar Bear!
Author: Hans de Beer
Publisher: NorthSouth (NY)
ISBN: 9784924684461
Category : Japanese language materials
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
""Lars's adventures incorporate the unexpectedness of life events, the power of experience to help form personal values, and the importance of both friendly help and self-reliance in ways that are gentle enough to avoid overpowering young readers"".--School Library Journal. Full color.
Publisher: NorthSouth (NY)
ISBN: 9784924684461
Category : Japanese language materials
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
""Lars's adventures incorporate the unexpectedness of life events, the power of experience to help form personal values, and the importance of both friendly help and self-reliance in ways that are gentle enough to avoid overpowering young readers"".--School Library Journal. Full color.
Anton and Cecil, Book 2
Author: Lisa Martin
Publisher: Algonquin Books
ISBN: 1616206381
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
A thrilling cross-country adventure takes cat brothers Anton and Cecil on a rescue mission to the Wild West. A message has traveled via the mouse network to cat brothers Anton and Cecil. Their friend Hieronymus has been captured. Though he’d rather stay close to home, Anton is determined to save the brave little mouse who once saved him. Cecil is quick to action, too, but it’s adventure he craves. Boarding one of the machines the mice call “landships”—noisy, smoke-belching trains—Anton and Cecil travel to the heart of the Wild West. Along the way Cecil is tossed out by the train’s conductor, only to face huge bison, chattering prairie dogs, and the most dangerous creature of all, a boy who wants to make Cecil a pet. Meanwhile, Anton’s search leads him to stampeding herds, menacing rattlesnakes, and fierce, enormous wild cats. In this perilous territory, do Anton and Cecil have the courage and wit to find and save Hieronymus?
Publisher: Algonquin Books
ISBN: 1616206381
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
A thrilling cross-country adventure takes cat brothers Anton and Cecil on a rescue mission to the Wild West. A message has traveled via the mouse network to cat brothers Anton and Cecil. Their friend Hieronymus has been captured. Though he’d rather stay close to home, Anton is determined to save the brave little mouse who once saved him. Cecil is quick to action, too, but it’s adventure he craves. Boarding one of the machines the mice call “landships”—noisy, smoke-belching trains—Anton and Cecil travel to the heart of the Wild West. Along the way Cecil is tossed out by the train’s conductor, only to face huge bison, chattering prairie dogs, and the most dangerous creature of all, a boy who wants to make Cecil a pet. Meanwhile, Anton’s search leads him to stampeding herds, menacing rattlesnakes, and fierce, enormous wild cats. In this perilous territory, do Anton and Cecil have the courage and wit to find and save Hieronymus?