Grimwood
Grimwood by Nadia Shireen, published by Simon & Schuster in 2022, is a vibrant and humorous tale that follows fox cub siblings Ted and Nancy as they escape from the fearsome street cat, Princess Buttons. Seeking refuge in the countryside, they instead encounter a host of quirky characters, including thieving eagles and riotous rabbits, in the peculiar land of Grimwood. This edition spans 240 pages and is presented in English, making it accessible to a wide range of readers.
In this engaging narrative, readers will find a blend of action and adventure as Ted and Nancy navigate the challenges of their new environment. The story emphasizes themes of family and survival while showcasing the unique personalities of the animals they meet. With its fully illustrated format, Grimwood offers a delightful experience for children and adults alike, appealing to those interested in juvenile fiction and stories featuring animals. This book invites readers into a whimsical world filled with laughter and unexpected twists.
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‘Funny, anarchic, original and gloriously silly.’ – Richard Osman
‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates
‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave
‘Grimwood is like Winnie-the-Pooh written by the Pythons, and so madly inventive and funny I was howling with laughter by the third page. This is about to become a fundamental part of 21st century childhood’ – Caitlin Moran
Laugh your head off with this fully-illustrated new series from award-winning Nadia Shireen. Perfect for readers age 7 to 107, fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, Mr Gum and David Walliams, and anyone who loves to laugh.
Fox cub siblings Ted and Nancy are on the run from Princess Buttons, the scariest street cat in the Big City. They flee for Grimwood, expecting to find refuge in the peaceful countryside. Instead, they are met with thieving eagles, dramatic ducks, riotous rabbits and a whole host of unusual characters. Grimwood is . . . weird. But when Princess Buttons tracks them down, Nancy and Ted and the animals of Grimwood must unite in a mind-bending race against time . . .
This memorable, distinctive and warm-hearted comedy series will have kids begging to read more.
Grimwood: Party Animals, the must-read fourth Grimwood adventure OUT NOW!
PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:
‘Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.’ – Frank Cottrell-Boyce
‘Gloriously anarchic, properly funny and highly illustrated with dynamic black-and-white art, this is a quirky delight for children – and their parents, too.’ – The Bookseller
‘Dark, original and laugh-out-loud funny’ – The Times
‘This book made my face hurt! Relentlessly funny.’ – Rob Biddulph
‘Like Watership Down, but funny. You’ll laugh hysterically on every page.’ – Caitlin Moran
‘Fantastic.’ – Lauren Laverne
‘Pure genius!’ – Louie Stowell
‘Made us laugh out loud.’ – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser
‘You’re in for a treat!’ – Selom Sunu, illustrator of Look Both Ways
‘Utterly HILARIOUS’ – Sophy Henn, author-illustrator of Pizazz
‘Every page of the book zings with invention and joie de vivre‘ – The Financial Times
PRAISE FOR NADIA SHIREEN:
‘Shireen’s latest book confirms her as one of the brightest and best picture book creators working in Britain today … Sensational.’ – Observer
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