Real Pigeons Nest Hard

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Real Pigeons #3

By Andrew McDonald

Series: Real Pigeons

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Real Pigeons Nest Hard by Andrew McDonald is a delightful children's book that follows a group of pigeons who solve mysteries while tackling city adventures. As part of their mission, these resourceful birds protect the city from various threats using their unique skills and teamwork. Packed with humour and light-hearted suspense, the story is as entertaining as it is imaginative, making it a perfect read for young readers.
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The third brilliant adventure in the best-selling, beloved Real Pigeons series! Ever wonder why pigeons always act so weird? It’s because they’re out there chasing the bad guys and saving your butts!

The crime-fighting birds known as the REAL PIGEONS have some mega mysteries to solve. Someone has been stealing from a vulture. A beastly child is lost in the park. And Homey’s long-lost family have been bird-napped! But how can you fight crime when you don’t have the perfect nest?

This best-selling Australian series is beloved by readers worldwide, with over 600,000 books in print in 25 languages. With three hilarious, silly and engrossing mysteries in every Real Pigeons book, it's perfect for fans of Bad Guys and Dog Man. Real Pigeons is now in development with major studio Nickelodeon for animated film and TV, to be produced by James Corden and Ben Winston!

Combining the best of a graphic novel and traditional narrative, McDonald’s text charms and entertains, while Wood’s often hilarious illustrations kick it to next-level fun! –CBCA Reading Time

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Real Pigeons Fight Crime
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Real Pigeons Nest Hard
Real Pigeons Splash Back
Real Pigeons Peck Punches
Real Pigeons Get Bready
Real Pigeons Flex Feathers
Real Pigeons Spy High
Real Pigeons Duck Trouble
Real Pigeons Stay Coo
Real Pigeons Flap Out
Real Pigeons Power Up
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Real Pigeons Fight Crime

The first hilarious book in the blockbuster Real Pigeons series about crime-fighting, mystery-solving pigeons! Ever wonder why pigeons always act so weird? It’s because they’re out there chasing the bad guys and saving your butts! Did you know your city is protected by a secret squad of crime-fighting pigeons? It's true! With master of disguise Rock Pigeon, bendy Tumbler, strong...

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The feathery crime-fighters are FLAPPING OUT in their eleventh adventure in this hilarious blockbuster series! Can the Real Pigeons stick together through the chaos, or will someone fly away for good? One thing is for sure: the squad will never be the same again ... ★ Shortlisted for the 2024 CBCA Younger Readers Book of the Year! The REAL PIGEONS...

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Real Pigeons Nest Hard is praised for its comic-style illustrations and energetic visuals that bring the pigeons' heroic antics to life. The book combines funny wordplay, slapstick comedy, and imaginative plots that captivate young readers, reminiscent of popular series like Dog Man and Bad Guys. It's recommended for those who enjoy quirky humour and thrilling mysteries, making it a hit among emerging readers and children who like a good laugh.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760501105

Publisher: Hardie Grant Children's Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hardie Grant Children's Publishing

Illustration: Black & White

Contributors:

Illustrated by Ben Wood

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 224

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About the Author

Andrew McDonald and Ben Wood are the creators of the bestselling Real Pigeons series, and the beloved junior graphic novel series Hello Twigs (published as Twig Friends in North America). Their books together are published in 26 languages worldwide and have been recognised in numerous awards including Children’s Book Council of Australia Awards, Australian Book Industry Awards, and the Readings Children’s Book Prize.

Author Andrew McDonald loves writing stories that make kids laugh, wonder and leap into the air with surprise. Andrew is a regular presenter on the schools circuit, where he conducts writing workshops, talks about his life as an author and inspires kids to read, write, draw and be creative. He lives in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia with his partner and two young kids.

Illustrator Ben Wood has illustrated over fifty books for children. He is drawn to stories that are funny and heartfelt, and his lively illustrations reflect his love for graphic novels and animation. When not in the studio, Ben speaks in schools and runs workshops about illustration. He lives in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia.

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