The 1,000-year-old Boy by Ross Welford (English) Paperback Book

Description: The 1,000-year-old Boy by Ross Welford The astonishing, beautiful new story for all readers of 10 and over from the bestselling and Costa-shortlisted author of TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER.A wonderful story Kiran Millwood Hargrave FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The astonishing, beautiful new story for all readers of 10 and over from the bestselling and Costa-shortlisted author of TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER.A wonderful story Kiran Millwood Hargrave There are stories about people who want to live forever.This is not one of those stories.This is a story about someone who wants to stop…Alfie Monk is like any other nearly teenage boy – except hes 1,000 years old and can remember the last Viking invasion of England.Obviously no one believes him.So when everything Alfie knows and loves is destroyed in a fire, and the modern world comes crashing in, Alfie embarks on a mission to find friendship, acceptance, and a different way to live…… which means finding a way to make sure he will eventually die. Notes The astonishing and beautiful tale of Alfie Monk. Like any other teenage boy in most instances, except for his age: Alfie is 1,000 years and remembers the last Viking invasion of England. When everything he knows and loves is suddenly destroyed in a fire, Alfie embarks on a mission to find friendship, acceptance, and a different way to live. From the bestselling and the Costa-shortlisted author of Time Travelling With A Hamster. Ages: 9+ Author Biography Ross Welford was a journalist and television producer before becoming a full-time writer. He lives in London with his wife, children, a border collie and several tropical fish. Review Boasts all the ingredients of a great book: brave kids, bold storytelling and a blistering plot. Full of humour and heart Abi Elphinstone, author of The DreamsnatcherThe 1000-year-old Boy is a breathtakingly epic story that you wont be able to put down. In Alfie, Ross Welford has created an unusual and fascinating boy who you are rooting for right from the first word. An original, surprising, moving and compelling read – I loved it M. G. Leonard, author of Beetle BoyA wonderful story told with Welfords trademark warmth, wit and cleverness. Another great read from one of my favourite middle-grade writers Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink and StarsA cracking story about family and friendship that spans all ages Christopher Edge, author of The Many Worlds of Albie BrightDelightful, charming and filled with humour. This is a unique and uplifting tale of a boy who lives a thousand years, yet still remains young at heart Peter Bunzl, author of the Cogheart Adventures Promotional The captivating tale of friendship and self-discovery for children ages 9+ Long Description The astonishing, beautiful new story for all readers of 10 and over from the bestselling and Costa-shortlisted author of TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER. A wonderful story Kiran Millwood Hargrave There are stories about people who want to live forever. This is not one of those stories. This is a story about someone who wants to stop... Alfie Monk is like any other nearly teenage boy - except hes 1,000 years old and can remember the last Viking invasion of England. Obviously no one believes him. So when everything Alfie knows and loves is destroyed in a fire, and the modern world comes crashing in, Alfie embarks on a mission to find friendship, acceptance, and a different way to live... ... which means finding a way to make sure he will eventually die. Review Quote Praise for TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER: The gripping suspense truly makes time fly... the books heart and humour are hard to resist. Piers Torday, author of The Last Wild "Extremely clever and totally engaging." The Irish Times "Intelligent, well crafted and impressive." Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times Touching, silly and exciting by turns, this thrilling little book is an inventive take on time travel for children. Sure to be a hit with fans of R.J. Palacios Wonder... an unforgettable, madcap story from a bright new talent in Childrens fiction. Waterstones "A touching tale of family, grief and love." Daily Express With intriguing twists from start to finish, this story is a real roller coaster of emotions. It warmed my heart and filled my head with wonder! A fast, funny and really satisfying read that sparks your imagination. Joseph, 10 Feature Competition: Wonder, The Astounding Broccoli Boy, Rooftoppers, Trash, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time, Beetle Boy, Goldfish Boy. Katherine Rundell, Maz Evans, R. J. Palacio, David Baddiel, Christopher Edge, Piers Torday, Lisa Thompson Description for Sales People The astonishing, beautiful new story for all readers of 10 and over from the bestselling and Costa-shortlisted author of TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER. A wonderful story Kiran Millwood Hargrave There are stories about people who want to live forever. This is not one of those stories. This is a story about someone who wants to stop... Alfie Monk is like any other nearly teenage boy - except hes 1,000 years old and can remember the last Viking invasion of England. Obviously no one believes him. So when everything Alfie knows and loves is destroyed in a fire, and the modern world comes crashing in, Alfie embarks on a mission to find friendship, acceptance, and a different way to live... ... which means finding a way to make sure he will eventually die. Gold title Competition: Wonder, The Astounding Broccoli Boy, Rooftoppers, Trash, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time, Beetle Boy, Goldfish Boy. Katherine Rundell, Maz Evans, R. J. Palacio, David Baddiel, Christopher Edge, Piers Torday, Lisa Thompson Details ISBN0008256942 Author Ross Welford Pages 400 Year 2018 ISBN-10 0008256942 ISBN-13 9780008256944 Format Paperback Publication Date 2018-01-11 Audience Age 9 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Media Book Imprint HarperCollins Childrens Books Language English UK Release Date 2018-01-11 Edited by John A. Selbie Birth 1949 Affiliation San Diego State University Position Professor of English Qualifications Ph.D. Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Alternative 9780008256951 Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2018-01-21 NZ Release Date 2018-01-25 DEWEY FIC We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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