In this wonderfully inventive book, Bella is taking her dog for a stroll across the page but halfway across, he disappears! Unable to quite believe what's just happened Bella watches, transfixed, with changing emotions of surprise, indignation, moments of renewed hope (as the authorities arrive to take control) followed by shock (as they too succumb to the book's inexplicable behaviour) and finally action when Bella marches toward the dangerous middle of the book . . . only to disappear herself! At this point, the book has consumed its characters and it's down to the reader to step in to help. A note from Bella appears directly appealing for assistance and, with a rigorous shake, the characters reappear. Normality is restored and Bella is finally able to take her dog for an uninterrupted walk . . . or is she?!

Wanted. Nice reader to show this naughty book who's boss.

About the Author
Always arty as a child, at the age of 10 Richard won a competition to design a poster for the Sussex Police and won GBP10. That was when he realized he could make a career out of drawing. After studying at Eastbourne College of Art and Design, Richard set up his own graphic design business. Richard currently lives in Chichester with his partner Philippa, their two children, and two guinea pigs.

Reviews
'a thoroughly interactive and hilarious reading experience' * Teach Nursery *
'pure genius' * Picture Books Blogger *
'ingenious, funny and a simple yet insightful concept' * The Guardian *


Awards
Short-listed for FCBG Children's Book Awards: Books for Younger Children 2015.



Book Information
ISBN 9780192737298
Author Richard Byrne
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 166g
Dimensions(mm) 246mm * 247mm * 3mm