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365 Days of Wonder
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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365 Days of Wonder
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) R. J. Palacio
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:432 | Dimensions(mm): Height 178,Width 127 |
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ISBN/Barcode |
9780552572712
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Penguin Random House Children's UK
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Imprint |
Corgi Childrens
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Publication Date |
26 August 2014 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
A stunning collection of quotes, thoughts and wise words from the bestselling author of WONDER. August Pullman stole the hearts of over a million readers in the bestselling, award-winning WONDER. 365 DAYS OF WONDER is a beautiful companion to the novel- a collection of quotes and wise words, one for every day of the year. It includes funny, insightful, inspiring thoughts from WONDER's fans, famous authors and personalities - from Roald Dahl and Paul McCartney to Anne Frank, Tolkien and Popeye - and from the novel itself. It's the perfect gift for anyone who loved WONDER, and it's a book to be treasured and enjoyed again and again.
Author Biography
R. J. Palacio was born and raised in New York City. She attended the High School of Art and Design and the Parsons School of Design, where she majored in illustration. She was a graphic designer and an art director for many years before writing her critically acclaimed debut novel, Wonder, which has been on the New York Times bestseller list since March 2012, sold over 16 million copies worldwide and been adapted into a movie. In addition to Wonder, R. J. has written Auggie & Me- Three Wonder Stories, 365 Days of Wonder, We're All Wonders and White Bird- A Wonder Story, which is soon to be a major motion picture. She lives in Brooklyn, New York with her husband, two sons and two dogs (Bear and Beau). Follow her on Twitter- @RJPalacio
ReviewsA big collection of inspiring words that will appeal to the legions of fans awaiting more wonder in their lives * Kirkus * This is a companion book to the incredible Wonder, and its thoughtful collection of sayings reflects the feel of the book. It's an eclectic selection of quotes and words of wisdom, one for every day of the year * Parents in Touch * Palacio has an uncanny grasp of the minds and hearts of 8- to 12-year-olds, and the people who used to be them * New York Times * I love this beautiful little book so much that I want to carry it around with me every day . . . Without a doubt, one of my favourite publications of 2014 and the best non-fiction book to appear in my post box. I really can't say enough good things about it! * Wondrous Reads * 365 Days of Wonder is a wonderful book that is the perfect gift or keepsake for fans of Wonder, collectors of precepts and, actually, just everyone * So Many Books, So Little Time *
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