WANTED! Ralfy Rabbit, Book Burglar

Name: WANTED! Ralfy Rabbit, Book Burglar
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781408843130
Price: 28.99 NZD
Availability: InStock

By Emily MacKenzie

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( 750 ratings, 124 reviews)

Summary

WANTED! Ralfy Rabbit, Book Burglar by Emily MacKenzie is a delightful children's book that follows the tale of Ralfy, a rabbit with a passionate love for reading. Ralfy's obsession with books becomes a problem when he starts "borrowing" them from unsuspecting owners, leading to a humorous adventure as he learns a lesson about sharing and responsibility. The story blends whimsy with a message about the joy of reading and the importance of respecting others' property.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

If you love tales brimming with mischief and an appreciation for the joy of reading, this delightful children's story will captivate you. It's a charming adventure featuring an unexpected hero with a passion for books, perfect for little ones who enjoy a mix of humour and whimsy.

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"Meet Ralfy, a very unusual rabbit, with a passion for...books!"--Provided by publisher.

Meet Ralfy, a very unusual rabbit, with a passion for . . . books!

Description

Some rabbits dream about lettuces and carrots, others dream of flowering meadows and juicy dandelions, but Ralfy dreams only of books. In fact, he doesn’t just dream about them, he wants to read them ALL THE TIME. Soon his obsession sends him spiralling into a life of crime!

A wonderfully funny story from a talented new author/illustrator.

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?

WANTED! Ralfy Rabbit, Book Burglar is praised for being clever and appealing to children. It is considered a delightful tribute to libraries and reading, recommended for inclusion in every collection.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408843130

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 December 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Childrens Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 252.0mm

Height: 252.0mm

Weight: 180g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Emily MacKenzie

About the Author

Emily Mackenzie is a freelance illustrator and graphic designer based in Edinburgh who graduated from Edinburgh College of Art. Working mainly with ink, digital collage and screen printing, Emily's illustrative work draws from childhood memories, an inquisitive nature and a vivid imagination. As well as drawing, Emily loves knitting and generally gets very excited about anything bright and colourful! This is Emily's first picture book. She lives in Edinburgh.

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