Rory and His Secret Voyage: 4 (Rory Stories S.) - Softcover

Wolffe, Andrew

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0953494942 ISBN 13: 9780953494941

Publisher: Keppel Publishing, 2000

Synopsis

More adventures of Rory and his dog, Scruff McDuff, as they play on the beach beside their home. Rory and Scruff McDuff set sail on an unexpected trip when they visit a boat yard and step aboard an old abandoned boat. The book includes a cut-out-and-keep character.

About this title

Review:

"Delightful picture books about a wee boy who loves the beach." -- The Herald

"Rory’s seaside adventures are gentle and delightful. He’s a splendid new character." -- The Scotsman

"Simple, read-aloud stories, lively, colourful illustrations and excellent presentation make Rory a welcome addition to the children’s book scene." -- Shelf Life

About the Author:

Andrew Wolffe was born and raised in Gatehouse-of-Fleet, south west Scotland. A graduate of Edinburgh College of Art, Andrew is a graphic designer with his own busy consultancy based in rural Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. The launch of The Rory Stories in 1999, marked Andrew’s debut as a children’s author and since then he has been in demand at book readings and literary events such as the Edinburgh International Book Festival. He is married and has three young children, who are perfect for testing new ideas for Rory Stories.
The talent behind the lively, colourful illustrations in The Rory Stories is Tom Cole. Born and raised in Oxfordshire, Tom is a graduate of Napier University in Edinburgh, Scotland, where he studied photography. Now living in Oxford, Tom currently works in the design department of a magazine publisher and does illustration and draws cartoons in his free time. Rory and his Rock Pool Adventure was Tom’s first published book.

About this edition

• Publisher: Keppel Publishing
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0953494942
• ISBN 13: 9780953494941
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 36
• Illustrator: Cole Tom