Penguins Can't Fly!

Author: Richard Byrne

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Price : $16.99 NZD
ISBN : 9781849395687
Publisher : Andersen Press Ltd
Imprint : Andersen Press Ltd
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Weight (g) : 0.205
Publication date : 01 September 2013
Produced in : United Kingdom
RRP : 16.99
Availability date : 01 November 2013
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Author : Richard Byrne
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Description

Gregory the gull and Hudson the penguin are the best of friends. When Gregory learns to fly, Hudson feels left out. But when Gregory gets into trouble, it's Hudson who comes to his rescue, discovering he also has a wonderful skill.

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A tender look at friendships and how being different can have its rewards from one of the most exciting new talents to emerge on the picture book scene in recent years.

Reviews

"A touching story of an unusual but very special friendship." Julia Eccleshare, Lovereading "Eye-catching and appealing to toddlers ... A cool delight" -- Katie Clapham Books for Keeps "A tender tale of friendship overcoming difference, eloquently illustrated with a gentle humour" -- Jill Bennett Red Reading Hub

Author description

Richard Byrne was born and grew up in Brighton. He studied at Eastbourne College of Art & Design. New to the picture book world Richard is an up and coming picture book creator with his first two books being nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2012. He lives in Chichester with his wife and two children. He is currently working on a second picture book for Andersen, What Noise Does a Rabbit Make?