Xander and the Pen

Xander, a boy who loves to draw superheroes, buys a pen from a mysterious market stall. He soon learns that the pen has a magical power. At first, the pen improves life for Xanders family and friends, but there are unintended consequences. As events spiral out of control, Xander has a new set of problems to solve, and a big decision to make.

About the author

Unlike most children’s authors, David Lawrence started out as a financial analyst! He went from creating profit-and-loss statements to performing stand-up comedy and TV writing, before penning his first book in 2007. Since then, he has written another 12 fun-filled children’s books aimed at engaging reluctant readers. David is passionate about children’s literacy and is a proud Ambassador of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation.

Summary

Xander, a boy who loves to draw superheroes, buys a pen from a mysterious market stall. He soon learns that the pen has a magical power. At first, the pen improves life for Xander's family and friends, but there are unintended consequences. As events spiral out of control, Xander has a new set of problems to solve, and a big decision to make.

Foreword

Includes hilarious yet clever illustrations - Gary Larson style, for kids!

Product details

• Authors: David Lawrence
• Assisted by: Cherie Dignam (Illustration)
• Publisher: David & Charles
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 7 to 12
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 14.11.2023
• EAN: 9781922539403
• ISBN: 978-1-922539-40-3
• Dimensions: 133 mm x 210 mm x 20 mm
• Weight: 510 g
• Series: Pen; The Pen Series
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Mankind; JUVENILE FICTION / Fantasy & Magic, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Values & Virtues, Fantasy & magical realism (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage fiction: School stories, Interest age: from c 8 years, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Death, Grief, Bereavement, 9-11 years, Fiction, Picture Book, Character, Non Tie-in