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By Tom McLaughlin

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ALAN IS KING OF THE UNIVERSE. Well, not yet. But he WILL be. From claiming their own planet to taking over the internet, Alan has an endless list of ideas on how to take his rightful place as ruler of the universe - as long as... Read More

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ALAN IS KING OF THE UNIVERSE.

Well, not yet. But he WILL be.

From claiming their own planet to taking over the internet, Alan has an endless list of ideas on how to take his rightful place as ruler of the universe - as long as they're home in time for tea, of course.

With FIVE stories in one, this two-colour graphic novel series for 7+ readers will have kids and their grown-ups rolling around on the floor with laughter!

PRAISE FOR Alan, King of the Universe:

Absolutely ridiculous and laugh-out-loud funny! - Louie Stowell, author of the bestselling LOKI: A BAD GOD'S GUIDE series

ALAN is such great fun! - Jim Smith, author of BARRY LOSER

OUTRAGEOUSLY funny and perfect for fans of Bunny vs Monkey! - RAMZEE, author-illustrator of THE CHEAT BOOK

Inventive and funny! - Tor Freeman, author-illustrator

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Alan, King of the Universe: Cats Rule, Dogs Drool!

ALAN IS KING OF THE UNIVERSE. Well, not yet. But he WILL be. From claiming their own planet to taking over the internet, Alan has an endless list of ideas on how to take his rightful place as ruler of the universe - as long as they're home in time for tea, of course. With FIVE stories in one, this...

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Alan, King of the Universe

ALAN IS KING OF THE UNIVERSE. Well, not yet. But he WILL be. An orange cat blessed with opposable thumbs, Alan is convinced he was born to rule and spends his days scheming up brilliant plans to fulfil his destiny—from creating a brand-new country, Alanland, to cloning himself in an attempt to raise an entire army of Alans. And his...

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444976885

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 February 2027

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Starboard

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 350g

Pages: 160

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About the Author

Tom McLaughlin is an author-illustrator from Devon. After graduating from Falmouth College of Art, he worked for 10 years as a political cartoonist. Since going freelance he has been an animation designer for a number of TV shows, as well as an occasional columnist for The Guardian online. He started in the world of children's publishing by illustrating other people's books before turning his hand to writing. His books have been nominated for countless awards and have been translated into over 10 different languages. He lives in Exeter with his wife and children and can often be found staring out of a window with a cup of tea.

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