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Exclusive 3-pack of bestselling David Walliams children's books. Consists of The Boy in the Dress, Mr Stink and Billionaire Boy.Billionaire Boy A hilarious, touching and extraordinary new fable from the author of The Boy in the Dress and Mr Stink. Joe has a lot of reasons to be happy. About a billion of them, in fact. You see, Joe's rich. Really, really rich. Joe's got his own bowling alley, his own cinema, even his own butler who is also an orangutan. He's the wealthiest twelve-year-old in the land. Yes, Joe has absolutely everything he could possibly want. But there s just one thing he really needs: a friend.The Boy in the Dress The sparkling debut children novel from David Walliams, co-creator and co-star of the multi-award-winning Little Britain. Dennis was different. Why was he different, you ask? Well, a small clue might be in the title of this book. Charming, surprising and hilarious The Boy in the Dress is everything you would expect from the co-creator of Little Britain. David Walliams beautiful first novel will touch the hearts (and funny bones) of children and adults alike.Mr Stink The second original, touching, twisted, and most of all hilarious novel for children by David Walliams 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
A lonely, wealthy boy and a girl who befriends a homeless man find their lives irrevocably changed by their unconventional connections. Joe, the wealthiest twelve-year-old in the land, possesses everything material but lacks a true friend, a void that his immense fortune cannot fill. Meanwhile, Chloe forms an unlikely bond with Mr. Stink, a homeless man whose pungent odor is matched only by his need for kindness, leading her to hide him in her garden shed. Both protagonists navigate worlds where societal norms and personal desires clash, with the consequences of their actions rippling through their lives and the lives of those around them.
These books are widely celebrated for their ability to blend laugh-out-loud humor with genuinely touching moments, making them popular with both children and the adults who read them aloud. Walliams' distinctive narrative voice and his creation of memorable, often eccentric characters resonate strongly with young readers, while the underlying themes of friendship, acceptance, and overcoming adversity provide a valuable emotional core. The inclusion of Quentin Blake's illustrations in Mr. Stink further enhances the appeal, adding a visual charm that complements the text. Collectively, these stories are recognized for their accessibility and their capacity to engage a broad audience, solidifying Walliams' reputation as a beloved children's author.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
2013-10-01
Publisher:
Harper Collins Children
ISBN-10:
000793632X
ISBN-13:
9780007936328
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