Publisher Description

The second original, touching, twisted, and most of all hilarious novel for children from David Walliams, number one bestseller and fastest growing children's author in the country – beautifully illustrated by Quentin Blake.
"Mr Stink stank. He also stunk. And if it was correct English to say he stinked, then he stinked as well…"

It all starts when Chloe makes friends with Mr Stink, the local tramp. Yes, he smells a bit. But when it looks like he might be driven out of town, Chloe decides to hide him in the garden shed.

Now Chloe's got to make sure no one finds out her secret. And speaking of secrets, there just might be more to Mr Stink than meets the eye… or the nose.

Notes

The second original and funny children's novel from the comedian and Little Britain star, with illustrations by Quentin Blake. Following the success of The Boy In The Dress, it will be backed by a high profile PR campaign, including appearances on TV, radio and in the national press. Ages: 9+

Author Biography

David Walliams is a literary phenomenon whose books have sold more than fifty-four million copies worldwide and have been translated into fifty-five languages.Quentin Blake is one of the best-loved storytellers in the world. His books include dozens of modern classics and he has collaborated with an incredible range of authors, perhaps most famously Roald Dahl. Quentin was appointed the first UK Children's Laureate in 1999, was created CBE in 2005, and received a knighthood for 'services to illustration' in the New Year's Honours for 2013.

Review

"A pleasure to read. A beguilingly funny, original and thought-provoking tale… hilarious" Amanda Craig, The Times"The story is an inventive joy." – The Daily Telegraph"a delight from start to finish… a new Roald Dahl" – The Times

Prizes

Winner of People's Book Prize: Children's 2010
Short-listed for Galaxy National Book Awards: WH Smith Children's Book of the Year 2010
Short-listed for Roald Dahl Funny Prize: The Funniest Book for Children Aged Seven to Fourteen 2010

Long Description

The second original, touching, twisted, and most of all hilarious novel for children from David Walliams, number one bestseller and fastest growing children's author in the country - beautifully illustrated by Quentin Blake. "Mr Stink stank. He also stunk. And if it was correct English to say he stinked, then he stinked as well..." It all starts when Chloe makes friends with Mr Stink, the local tramp. Yes, he smells a bit. But when it looks like he might be driven out of town, Chloe decides to hide him in the garden shed. Now Chloe's got to make sure no one finds out her secret. And speaking of secrets, there just might be more to Mr Stink than meets the eye... or the nose.

Review Quote

Praise for MR STINK: A pleasure to read. A beguilingly funny, original and thought-provoking tale… hilarious Amanda Craig, The Times comic genius… A joy for kids both big and small. Edinburgh Evening News A funny and very readable book Financial Times Mrs Lisa Young, Hutton Primary, Lockerbie"I thoroughly enjoyed Mr Stink and enjoy David Walliam's humour. It is great to read a book that approaches difficult social issues with family life that everyone can relate to…Thank you for sending us a copy." Clair Mathewson, Dulwich College, London"The boys in my class thoroughly enjoyed reading the extract from Mr Stink - a fabulous story!" Tanya Lochery, St Peter's Catholic Primary, Stalybridge"The children really enjoyed this book…an excellent book that I would recommend to other children in years 5 and 6."

Feature

30 b/w illus * The second brilliant children's book by David Walliams, full of the same humour and pathos as THE BOY IN THE DRESS * Illustrated by lengendary illustrator Quentin Blake * The HB wowed audiences in 2009 and became a Christmas bestseller, selling double the amount of The Boy in the Dress HB * Teachers also loved it! Readathon mailing to schools got kids and teachers talking about Mr Stink and recommending it to everyone they knew * Promoted in Kraze Klub and KICK magazines in * Also available - The Boy in the Dress 978-0-00-727904-3 Competition: Wonder; Wimpy Kid; Harry Potter; Nevermoor; Code Name Bananas. Roald Dahl; Liz Pichon; Jeff Kinney; Tom Fletcher; R J Palacio; Julian Clary; J. K. Rowling

Description for Sales People

The second original, touching, twisted, and most of all hilarious novel for children from David Walliams, number one bestseller and fastest growing children's author in the country - beautifully illustrated by Quentin Blake. "Mr Stink stank. He also stunk. And if it was correct English to say he stinked, then he stinked as well..." It all starts when Chloe makes friends with Mr Stink, the local tramp. Yes, he smells a bit. But when it looks like he might be driven out of town, Chloe decides to hide him in the garden shed. Now Chloe's got to make sure no one finds out her secret. And speaking of secrets, there just might be more to Mr Stink than meets the eye... or the nose. * The second brilliant children's book by David Walliams, full of the same humour and pathos as THE BOY IN THE DRESS * Illustrated by lengendary illustrator Quentin Blake * The HB wowed audiences in 2009 and became a Christmas bestseller, selling double the amount of The Boy in the Dress HB * Teachers also loved it! Readathon mailing to schools got kids and teachers talking about Mr Stink and recommending it to everyone they knew * Promoted in Kraze Klub and KICK magazines in * Also available - The Boy in the Dress 978-0-00-727904-3 Competition: Wonder; Wimpy Kid; Harry Potter; Nevermoor; Code Name Bananas. Roald Dahl; Liz Pichon; Jeff Kinney; Tom Fletcher; R J Palacio; Julian Clary; J. K. Rowling

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