Twisted Fairy Tales: The Ninjabread Man

Name: Twisted Fairy Tales: The Ninjabread Man
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SKU: 9781788884938
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By Stewart Ross

Series: Twisted Fairy Tales

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Twisted Fairy Tales: The Ninjabread Man reimagines a classic story with a playful and energetic twist. Set in ancient Japan, it tells the tale of two ninja warriors who bake a child: the mischievous and swift Ninjabread Man. His escapades bring chaos and laughter, making this a thrilling read for children aged 6 and above.
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Twisted Fairy Tales: The Ninjabread Man

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When two ninja warriors in ancient Japan decide to bake the child they long for, out of the oven leaps a speedy, sneaky and brave Ninjabread Man who causes chaos. Part of the Twisted Fairy Tales series, this new twist on a traditional story is for readers aged 6+.

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Once upon a time, a fairy tale went very wrong! This new twist on a traditional story is packed with fun, humour, and energy.

Long ago, in ancient Japan, two ninja warriors had everything they wanted in life, except for a child. So they decided to bake one! Out of the oven leaped a speedy, sneaky, and brave Ninjabread Man... who went on to cause absolute chaos! This hilarious tale will be sure to thrill readers aged 6+.

About the series: Twisted Fairy Tales are classic children's stories retold with a hilarious spin for young readers. Meet alternative heroes as they encounter strange sidekicks and not-so-arch-enemies. But will they get their happy ever after? These laugh-out-loud tales are brought to life by the cheeky full-colour illustrations.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788884938

Publisher: Arcturus Publishing Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Arcturus

Illustration: Hardback

Contributors:

Illustrated by Chris Jevons
Illustrated by Chris Jevons

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 233g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: Twisted Fairy Tales Stewart Ross Young Adult

About the Author

With over 300 published titles to his name, author Stewart Ross is one of Britain's most popular and versatile writers. As well as prize-winning books for children, such as the Washington Post & Sunday Times Best Children's Book of 2011 for Into the Unknown (Candlewick), he has written novels, several plays, three librettos, and a musical. He lives in Canterbury, in the United Kingdom.

Chris Jevons is a children's book illustrator based in Harrogate UK. He has illustrated many books including picture books, board books and fiction series.

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