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See moreThis surreal modern folk-tale tells the story of an adventurous young girl who must protect a peaceful living creature.
This surreal modern folk-tale tells the story of an adventurous young girl who must protect a peaceful living creature.
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WINNER OF THE 2018 WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE FOR BEST ILLUSTRATED BOOK
The Secret of Black Rock is a surreal modern folk-tale that tells the story of an adventurous young girl who must protect a peaceful living creature.
Erin loves to lie on the jetty, looking for the weirdest fish in the sea - the weirder, the better! She believes the most interesting ones are further out, where her mum won't let her go...
Out there in the deepest sea lies the Black Rock: a huge, dark, and spiky mass that is said to destroy any boats that come near it.
Can Erin uncover the truth behind this mysterious legend?
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The Secret of Black Rock by Joe Todd-Stanton is praised for its stunning illustration style, particularly its dreamlike sea visuals and attractive colour palette. The story carries a gentle environmental message and is noted for its narrative being largely driven by its beautiful artwork, appealing to both children and parents. Illustrations of the underwater world, including diverse sea creatures, are highlighted as exceptional.
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ISBN: 9781911171744
Publisher: Flying Eye Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 March 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Flying Eye Books
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Joe Todd Stanton
- Illustrated by Joe Todd-Stanton
- Illustrated by Joe Todd Stanton
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 230.0mm
Height: 270.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 40
About the Author
Joe Todd-Stanton is from Brighton and grew up drawing with his mum. He studied Illustration at the University of the West of England, afterwards moving to London where he currently lives. His children's book, The Secret of Black Rock, won the 2018 Waterstones Children's Book Prize and since then he has written and illustrated seven books with Flying Eye Books.
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