Bear story to be Walliams’ next picture book

The Bear Who Went Boo!, about a cheeky polar bear cub, will be David Walliams’ next picture book, published by HarperCollins later this year.   Children’s publisher Ann-Janine Murtagh said the book, which will be released 5th November in time for Christmas, is a “deliciously funny new tale” that will be a “big hit” with Walliams’ younger fans.   The book will be illustrated by his long-time collaborator Tony Ross, whose “joyful illustrations are the perfect partner – full of his inimitable mischief and fun”, said Murtagh.   Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2015-08-28 00:00:00 UTC ]

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