Description
The school holidays kick off with a magical trip to the lolly factory. However, the next morning Anders and his friends awaken to find that their beetles have vanished!
They all set out for Mount Rumple where they hope to be reunited with their pets. When they spot some mysterious beetle carvings, the gang heads high into the mountains. But then there's an avalanche! Will they find their beetles - or will they be the ones who need rescuing?
Anders and his friends have adventures and work together to solve problems in this cosy graphic novel series by the highly acclaimed creator, Gregory Mackay.
'Like a wonderful daydream, Anders' often hilarious adventure is bursting with playful imagination.' Jason Pamment, creator of Treasure in the Lake and Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures
Anders is perfect for:
- Independent readers aged 6+
- Readers who love cosy animal stories where the emphasis is on friendship and teamwork
- Parents, teachers and librarians looking for gentle adventure stories in an invitingly cosy visual style
- Fans of graphic novels series like Cat Kid Comic Club and Cat and Cat Adventures
Praise for Anders:
- 'Imaginative and entertaining' Magpies
- 'A delightful graphic novel' Good Reading
- 'A sweet, funny...graphic novel that champions friendship, creativity and imagination...perfect for comic fans or reluctant readers' Readings
Read the entire Anders series:
Anders and the Comet
Anders and the Volcano
Anders and the Castle
Anders and the Mountain
About the Author
Gregory Mackay has been making comics since school. He enjoys drawing and watercolour painting. He likes drawing aeroplanes and machines, as well as building models and painting pictures. Gregory's books have received much acclaim including being shortlisted for the Angouleme Festival, the most prestigious comics awards in Europe.
Reviews
PRAISE FOR THE ADVENTURES OF ANDERS
'These stories make me wish I was a kid again.' Terry Denton
'Imaginative and entertaining.' Magpies
'A delightful graphic novel.' Good Reading
'A sweet, funny...graphic novel that champions friendship, creativity and imagination...perfect for comic fans or reluctant readers.' Readings
'The combination of congenial friendships, playful worldbuilding...and fantasy-tinged action should easily win this quirky crew some fans.' Publishers Weekly, UK
'It is easy to see the potential for Anders and the Volcano as a valuable addition to the classroom library...I can just see student sketch books filled with little Anders and Bernies...' Reading Time, Children's Book Council of Australia
'Me and my family have lent Anders to 5 people and they have all loved it. I have read it 3 times now and I still love it.' Moss, 8
Book Information
ISBN 9781761066238
Author Gregory Mackay
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint A&U Children
Publisher Allen & Unwin
Series ANDERS
Weight(grams) 254g