About the Author:
Award-winning comic artist Simone Lia began painting and drawing in her dad's tool shed at the age of thirteen before going on to study at the University of Brighton and then the Royal College of Art. She has written comic strips for children and adults for numerous publications including The Observer with "Things That I've Learnt", "The Chip and Bean Quiz" in The Independent on Sunday and "Sausage and Carrots" in The DFC. She has also published graphic novels Fluffy and Please God, Find Me a Husband. Her work has been exhibited across Europe, including the Tate Britain. Simone lives and works in London.
Review:
"If you're a fan of `odd couple on a road trip' movies, then you have hit the jackpot with Simone Lia's new offering. [...] warm and funny story [...] The story generates genuine laugh-out-loud moments and, alongside the highly appealing illustrations, would make a brilliant read-aloud story for children." * The School Librarian * "This was overall a good book! So good, that when I put my book down to go to bed, I was thinking that what I read was exciting." * First News reader review * "Its so hilarious, funny and super sweet. This is a must-read book for every single bookworm out there. Even if you don't really like reading, I really recommend everyone to read this book. Honestly this is one of my personal favourite books ever!" * zaparents.com * "[...] a paperback with illustrations that's the perfect hilarity-inducer for any primary school-age child (particularly in the six-to-nine-year-old bracket) but which, quite frankly, would also put a smile on even the Scroogiest grown-up face this Christmas. [...] charmingly absurd [...]" * Bath Life *
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