Emily Brown: That Rabbit Belongs To Emily Brown

Emily Brown: That Rabbit Belongs To Emily Brown

by Cressida Cowell (Author), Cressida Cowell (Author), CRESSIDA COWELL (Author), Neal Layton (Illustrator)

Synopsis

Winner of the 2006 Nestle Gold Award, chosen for the Richard & Judy Christmas book party, a Bookaboo Book Club book as seen on CITV and read by Amanda Holden.

When the Queen steals Emily Brown's favourite toy and erstwhile companion, a toy rabbit called Stanley, Emily sets out to get him back and teach that naughty queen a valuable lesson.
This first time pairing of two highly acclaimed talents has created a brilliant visual feast - a bestseller in the making . . .

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 32
Publisher: Orchard Books
Published: 04 Oct 2007

ISBN 10: 1843624532
ISBN 13: 9781843624530
Children’s book age: 0-5 Years
Book Overview: Winner of the 2006 Nestle Gold Award, chosen for the Richard & Judy Christmas book party, a Bookaboo Book Club book as seen on CITV and read by Amanda Holden.

Media Reviews
Emily is a great character * motherandbaby.co.uk *
A great friendship story * londonmumsmagazine.com *
Leaves you with an instant feeling of justice and a job well done. This funny story with a strong moral message taps into a child's special bond with a toy * The Lady *
A must-read * School Librarian *
Captures the unbreakable bond between children and their mankiest toys * The Sunday Telegraph *
A very funny book about imagination and play * Waitrose Weekend *
Big. Witty. Wild. * Families Magazine *
Charming, funny and gets my vote for the best picture book of the year -- Jill Slotover * Financial Times *
Neal Layton's illustrations capture both the vigour and the dreaminess of childhood * The Guardian *
A touching story about how your favourite toy isn't necessarily the newest or most expensive and will engage any small child * The Mail on Sunday *
A brilliant story with fabulous illustrations * Angels & Urchins *
Cowell's text is modern, jazzy and fun * Children's Books Ireland *
Both author and illustrator are highly acclaimed in their own right and together in this absolutelu exquisite picture they have surpassed even their own high expectations. Wonderfully imaginative with a subliminal message too that toddlers everywhere will thoroughly enjoy * Love Reading 4 Kids *
An engaging celebration of well-loved toys and imaginative play * The Scotsman *
Cowell has written the picture book of the year * The Times *
A quirky and fantastical funny book * Carousel *
This first time pairing of two acclaimed talents has created a visual feast * The Guardian *
A marvellous story about love and the right way to treat a friend, perfectly finished with Neal Layton's brilliantly wacky illustrations * Lincolnshire Echo *
Charming, funny and gets my vote as the best picture book of the year * FTMagazine *
. . . a touching story . . . * The Mail on Sunday *
A brilliant crescendo story with fabulous illustrations. * Angels and Urchins *
Cowell's text is modern, jazzy and fun. She creates a very real character in Emily Brown and her pet rabbit Stanley. Layton's illustration style perfectly accompanies the text...This book is energentic and fun. Highly recommended! * Children's Books Ireland *
Cowell has written the picture book of the year. * The Times *
Inspired partnership. * The Sunday Telegraph *
Illustrated with gloriously messy collages by Neal Layton, the funkiest illustrator on the block. * Daily Mail *
A picture book that will be sought and loved . * The Independent *
Charming, funny and gets my vote for the best picture book of the year. * Financial Times *
A touching story that will engage any small child. * The Mail on Sunday *
Amazing adventures. * Guardian *
A marvellous story about love and the right way to treat a friend, perfectly finished with Neal Layton's brilliantly wacky illustrations. * Lincolnshire Echo *
Author Bio
Cressida Cowell grew up mostly in Central London. She has a BA in English Literature from Oxford University, a BA in Graphic Design from St Martin`s and an MA in Narrative Illustration from Brighton. She lives in Hammersmith, London with her husband, three children and a hamster Mini. Neal Layton was born in Chichester, West Sussex. Many of his ideas come he says from his childhood. In the past he has worked on a lettuce farm, in a chocolate factory, a teapot factory, a book shop and has delivered papers. Neal has illustrated more than 40 books to date working with award winning authors such as Michael Rosen and Roger McGough. 'Oscar and Arabella' which he both wrote and illustrated won him the Smarties prize in 2002. He now lives in Southsea, Portsmouth with his girlfriend who is also an artist.