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183 pp.
| Quercus
| July, 2017
|
TradeISBN 978-1-68144-123-8$16.99
(3)
1-3
Illustrated by
Jamie Littler.
In this third super-silly installment in the illustrated British series, worry-prone Wilf must once again stop a scheme by his evil neighbor Alan, this time while the two families visit Zambia. Wilf's little sister, his loyal woodlouse sidekick, new (human) friend Abi, and some worry-busting tips help Wilf overcome his anxiety in time to keep Alan from destroying the world with his zany inventions.
(4)
4-6
Illustrated by
Jamie Littler.
Having survived zombies and aliens in previous volumes, the people of Sitting Duck are ready to elect a new mayor and make a fresh start. But when a supervillain scientist mind-controls the townspeople, Sam and friends have to rescue everyone again. Silly dialogue, slapstick humor, and cartoony illustrated character profiles preclude any sense of real danger in this lighthearted sci-fi romp.
199 pp.
| Quercus
| November, 2016
|
TradeISBN 978-1-63378-102-3$16.99
(3)
4-6
Illustrated by
Jamie Littler.
Wilf (Wilf the Mighty Worrier Saves the World) must once again stop his evil neighbor, Alan, who has become a pirate to wreak havoc on the seas. Wilf overcomes anxiety with help from his trusty woodlouse, an advice pamphlet, his little sister, and new friends. Alongside the fast-paced, action-packed story, black-and-white illustrations and different fonts contribute additional silliness to this British series.
(3)
PS
Illustrated by
Jamie Littler.
A playful puppy racks his brain for a word that can sum up his intense feelings of comfort, delight, excitement, love, etc. If you didn't already guess from the title, it's mom. Colorful, energetic vignettes of the lovable, tail-wagging pup hold the rhyming think-aloud together. (Note: the punny title and happy resolution both lose their punch if you don't pronounce "mom" like a Brit.)