Suddenly!

A Preston Pig Story

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Author:

McNaughton, Colin

Series title:

Preston Pig Ser.

ISBN:

978-0-15-201699-9

Publication Date:

Apr 1998

Publisher:

HarperCollins Publishers

Imprint:

Clarion Books

Book Format:

Paperback

List Price:

USD $7.99

Book Description:

A large, toothy, mean-looking wolf zealously stalks Preston the pig. But each time the wolf gets close, Preston suddenly changes course and unknowingly eludes his pursuer. Colin McNaughton's humorous illustrations enhance the element of surprise each time Preston "outsmarts" the wolf. Young readers will laugh with delight as this suspenseful tale unfolds. "Zany fun that's perfect for young audiences."--School Library Journal

Book Details

Pages:	32
Detailed Subjects:	Juvenile Fiction / General Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Pigs Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Wolves, Coyotes & Wild Dogs
Physical Dimensions (W X L X H):	8.31 x 10.25 x 0.16 Inches
Book Weight:	0.32 Pounds

Author Biography

McNaughton, Colin (Author)

Colin McNaughton was born on May 1, 1951 in Britain. He is the writer and illustrator of over 70 children's books. He studied graphic design at the Central School of Art and Design in London. He then went on to earn his MA in illustration at the Royal College of Art which is when he published his firat book. His picture books have comic -strip techniques that make them unique.

McNaughton's books include the Preston Pig series: Suddenly!, Boo!, Clops!, Goal!, Hmm... and Shh (Don't Tell Mister Wolf!) all of which feature Preston Pig and his clever escapes from Mr Wolf. A TV series was later developed from these books. One of his notable books is, There's an Awful Lot of Weirdos in Our Neighbourhood, which is a collection of poetry written with Allan Ahlberg.

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