Thieves of Weirdwood: A William Shivering Tale

Description

Twelve-year-olds Arthur and Wally are determined to steal their way up the ranks of the notorious Black Feathers gang. With loan sharks chasing after Arthur's father and Wally's brother's hospital bill due, they're in need of serious cash. When Arthur spots some wealthy strangers exiting a derelict mansion, he smells an opportunity for a big score. Little do the boys realize, they've stumbled upon Weirdwood Manor, the headquarters of a magical order who protect the Balance between the Real and Imaginary worlds. When Kingsport is besieged by nightmarish Imaginary monsters, it's up to these young thieves to save their city. Filled with giant tentacle monsters and heroes ripped from the pages of adventure stories, this trilogy starter, packed with illustrations, is perfect for fans of The Five Kingdoms and Keeper of the Lost Cities.

Professor William Shivering lives in a house by the sea with three cats and a one-eyed raven named Glinda. When he's not writing true stories about fake worlds, he enjoys walking the cliffs and conversing with the moon. He's the president and founder of CASPR (Coalition for the Appreciation of Shades, Phantasms, and Revenants), a non-profit that provides assistance to disembodied peoples. Professor Shivering has an assistant named Christian McKay Heidicker, though he rarely if ever takes Christian's writing suggestions. Mr. Shivering is rarely cold.

A Bulletin for the Center of Children's Books Best Book of the Year! [W]ill delight and satiate those besotted with Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Artemis Fowl, Miss Peregrine, the Spiderwicks. --New York Times Book Review With dazzling wit and enough spooky adventure for this and any alternate universe, Thieves of Weirdwood thrills to the last page. Startling, original and epic. --Eoin Colfer, creator of Artemis Fowl An imaginative, page-turning adventure filled with chilling creatures and lovable characters that kept me guessing through every twist and turn. --Shannon Messenger, New York Times bestselling author of Keeper of the Lost Cities A mysterious magical enchanting tale brimming with creative spirit. --J.C. Cervantes, New York Times bestselling author of The Storm Runner * Wally's friend Breeth, an intrepid, pun-loving child ghost who can occupy any organic item, is just one scene-stealer in the unusually colorful supporting cast. --Booklist, starred review With a good dose of comedy, a dash of self-awareness, and some riveting plot twists, this book is unique and hilarious. --The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books This series opener's both funny and well paced, and the worldbuilding is fantastic . . . character development is splendid. --Kirkus