by Sara Pennypacker
illustrated by Jon Klassen
April 2016 | $19.99 hb
Ollie's Odyssey
illustrated by Jon Klassen
April 2016 | $19.99 hb
“Searingly honest and heartbreakingly lovely, Pax is, quite simply, a masterpiece.” — Katherine Applegate, Newbery Award-winning author of The One and Only Ivan
Pax was only a cub when his family was killed and he was rescued by 'his boy', Peter. Now the country is at war and when his father enlists, Peter has no choice but to move in with his grandfather. Far worse than leaving home is the fact that he has to leave Pax behind. But before Peter spends even one night under his grandfather's roof he sneaks out into the night, determined to find his beloved friend, and so begins a heart-wrenching (but, thankfully, well-resolved!) tale
about the unbreakable bond between a boy and his fox. Told in chapters that alternate between Peter and Pax’s voices, this very special hardback book is only enhanced by Klassen’s sensitive, lovely black and white illustrations, the perfect match to Pennypacker’s heartfelt words. Ideal for animal lovers.
about the unbreakable bond between a boy and his fox. Told in chapters that alternate between Peter and Pax’s voices, this very special hardback book is only enhanced by Klassen’s sensitive, lovely black and white illustrations, the perfect match to Pennypacker’s heartfelt words. Ideal for animal lovers.
Recommended for 10+
Ollie's Odyssey
by William Joyce
May 2016 | $27.99 hb
From the creator of The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore and The Guardians of Childhood comes an grand adventure of valor, friendship, and a look into the mysterious world of favorite toys.
When the wonderful William Joyce publishes a new book, children’s booksellers get rather excited and Ollie’s Odyssey, a grand adventure of valour and friendship, is no exception! Handmade by Billy’s mother, Ollie is a very special toy indeed. He becomes Billy’s best friend and confidante. But, as in Disney’s Toy Story series, there are villains in the Toy World, and Zozo, the clown king, is the most feared. He and his toy henchman (the Creeps) have sworn to steal and imprison favourite toys until they forget their children and become forever lost. When Ollie is toynapped, Billy must rescue his beloved favourite from Zozo’s subterranean lair in the old Carnival Place, past the park, through the woods, and into the night.
Beautiful illustrations and a gorgeous hardcover edition make this a standout book for younger readers of 7 and up and it’s perfect to read aloud at bedtime to younger children as well.
Recommended for 5+
