Arthur Who Wrote Sherlock
The True Story of Arthur Conan Doyle
$16.98
- Paperback
48 pages
- Release Date
5 January 2023
Summary
The fascinating true story of the inspiring writer Arthur Conan Doyle, and how he created the world’s most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, is brought to life for children by multi-award winning author Linda Bailey.
How is a writer made? How is a legend created? After a troubled childhood, Arthur’s only comfort is using his extraordinary imagination to write fantastic stories. He creates Sherlock Holmes, a genius detective. At first his stories are rejected, but Arthur is persistent…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781839132995 |
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| ISBN-10: | 183913299X |
| Author: | Linda Bailey, Isabelle Follath |
| Publisher: | Andersen Press Ltd |
| Imprint: | Andersen Press Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 48 |
| Release Date: | 5 January 2023 |
| Weight: | 250g |
| Dimensions: | 5mm x 220mm x 280mm |
| Audience Age: | 5-14 |
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Critics Review
“Superbly told for readers of 6+, with engaging illustrations” * Guardian *
“Whether you enjoy reading biographies, non-fiction, crime books or beautifully illustrated books about books, this picture book will delight you…I was hooked from the start of this life story and highly recommend it for schools, libraries and homes” * Books for Keeps *
“Fascinating… The text is lively and engaging throughout and Isabelle Follath’s stylish illustrations full of detail and drama” * LoveReading4Kids *
Linda Bailey
Linda Bailey (Author)
Linda Bailey is the author of more than two dozen books for children, including the Stevie Diamond mystery series, the Good Times Travel Agency graphic novels, and an eclectic assortment of picture books including If You Happen to Have a Dinosaur and the acclaimed Stanley’s Party. She has won many awards such as the California Young Readers’ Medal, the Georgia Storybook Award, the Ontario Blue Spruce and Silver Birch Awards, the Oregon SMART Award and the Arthur Ellis Award from the Crime Writers of Canada. Born in Winnipeg, Linda has travelled the world, and so have her books. She has two grown daughters, Lia and Tess, and lives in Vancouver within strolling distance of the sea.
Isabelle Follath (Illustrator)
Isabelle Follath is a freelance illustrator living in Zurich, Switzerland, with her family, not far from the Reichenbach Falls. She creates art for middle grade novels and picture books, including What Are Little Girls Made Of? Nursery Rhymes for Feminist Times. When Isabelle is not illustrating, you can find her searching for the perfect nib for her vintage pen or reading mystery novels.
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