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Captain Sneer the Buccaneer

By Penny Morrison
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Captain Sneer the Buccaneer by Penny Morrison is a lively children's book about a boastful pirate captain who embarks on an exciting quest for treasure. With his entertaining crew in tow, Captain Sneer faces humorous predicaments, showing the vibrant world of pirates through delightful illustrations and engaging rhymes. It's an adventure filled with humour and the joy of storytelling.
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This whimsical tale plunges young readers into the thrilling world of pirates, striking the perfect balance between adventure and humour. You might enjoy this book if you love stories with vibrant characters, playful rhymes, and exciting sea escapades that captivate the imagination of children.

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ARRR! Captain Sneer and his hardy crew of pirates are in for adventure – and a big surprise – in this rollicking, rhyming treasure hunt.

Ahoy there, me hearties! Meet Captain Sneer – a most boastful buccaneer! He’s rough and tough. He’s brave and bold. He sails the seas in search of gold! But this is one pirate who is not ashamed to admit he needs his mum.

This rollicking, tongue-in-cheek rhyming story tells the tale of a boastful pirate who thinks he is rough and tough and brave and bold but, in true pantomime fashion, his crew – and the reader – know otherwise!

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Captain Sneer the Buccaneer by Penny Morrison is a delightful picture book that captivates young pirate enthusiasts and mini adventurers with its engaging storyline. The book's rhyming text and rhythmic flow make it ideal for read-aloud sessions, with a surprising twist that elicits giggles from young readers. Gabriel Evans' illustrations perfectly enhance the humorous and entertaining tale, which is destined to become a family favourite, charming both children and adults alike.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760654504

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 September 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: Walker Books Australia

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Gabriel Evans

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 271.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 199g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penny Morrison

About the Author

Penny Morrison lives on the Northern Beaches of Sydney and writes funny picture books. She has previously published four board books and a music program. Captain Sneer the Buccaneer is her first trade picture book. Penny grew up in the western suburbs of Sydney and fell in love with picture books while studying early childhood education at the University of Western Sydney. She spent several years teaching in preschools but also travelled full-time with a rock band. Penny is now married to an Anglican minister who is also a jazz musician and author, and they have three creative kids. Penny loves running various children’s programs at their church. Find Penny online at www.pennymorrison.net


Gabriel Evans is an illustrator and author from Western Australia. His books include Annie’s Snails by Dianne Wolfer and Roses are Blue by Sally Murphy. The latter was a Notable Book in the 2015 CBCA Book of the Year Awards. Gabriel has also written and illustrated a series with Five Mile Press called the Woodland Whiskers. Working in a small messy studio, he creates classically flavoured illustrations with a contemporary twist.

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