Poesy the Monster Slayer

Description

A monster slayer needs no bedtime! Once her parents are off to bed, Poesy excitedly awaits the monsters that creep into her room. With the knowledge she's gained from her trusty Monster Book, and a few of her favorite toys, Poesy easily fends off a werewolf, vampire, and much more. But not even Poesy's bubblegum perfume can defeat her sleep-deprived zombie parents! With charming text from acclaimed author Cory Doctorow and gorgeous art from Matt Rockefeller, Poesy the Monster Slayer is a supercute and empowering picture book that will delight any reader.

Cory Doctorow is a science fiction author, activist, journalist-and the author of many books, including Walkaway, In Real Life, Information Doesn't Want to Be Free, a book about earning a living in the Internet age, and Homeland, a YA sequel to Little Brother. craphound.com Matt Rockefeller is an illustrator and comic artist who grew up in Tucson, Arizona and draws inspiration from its dramatic landscapes. His work has appeared in a variety of formats including animation, book covers, and picture books such as Pop! and the graphic novel series 5 Worlds. He lives in Portland, Oregon, with his partner and a small dog that may or may not be a fox.

Assured panels by Rockefeller (Pop!) combine frilly with threatening, illuminated by eerie light sources. Doctorow, making his picture book debut, strikes a gently edgy tone...--Publisher's Weekly Featuring energetic dialogue, an exciting plot, and a close-knit multiracial family, Doctorow's story is bolstered by Rockefeller's deliciously detailed, dark-but-glowing illustrations.--Booklist Poesy is irresistible with her brave, two-sided personality...Rockefeller's gently colored cartoon art enhances her bravery with creepily drawn night creatures and lively, expressive faces.--Kirkus