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Noisy Outlaws, Unfriendly Blobs, and Some Other Things That Aren't As Scary

Noisy Outlaws, Unfriendly Blobs, and Some Other Things That Aren't As Scary

Published in
2005
3.44
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Description

A collection of stories for wise young people and immature old people!A collection of stories for wise young people and immature old people, written by todays best authors spinning new tales. Each story features fullcolor illustrations by artists including Barry Blitt, Lane Smith, David Heatley, and Marcel Dzama.The collection includes previously unpublished childrens stories from Jonathan Safran Foer (Everything Is Illuminated), Nick Hornby (High Fidelity), Neil Gaiman (Sandman), George Saunders (CivilWarLand in Bad Decline), Kell Link (Stranger Things Happen), and Jon Scieskza (The Stinky Cheese Man).From the Trade Paperback edition.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
208 pages

Why to read

  • Diverse storytelling: The collection features a variety of stories from acclaimed authors, offering readers a rich tapestry of narrative styles and genres to enjoy.
  • Engaging for all ages: While primarily targeted at younger readers, the book's humor, wit, and creativity can captivate adults as well, making it a great read for family sharing and discussion.
  • Creative inspiration: The unfinished story at the end of the book invites readers to engage with the text by coming up with their own endings, fostering creativity and imagination.
  • Support for a good cause: Proceeds from the book support 826 National, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting students aged 6-18 with their creative and expository writing skills, making your purchase a contribution to a valuable cause.