
The Truth About Books
A celebration of the magic of reading
Elina Ellis(Author)
Two Hoots (Publisher)
Will be published approx. on 11. June 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
32 pages
978-1-0374-0850-2 (ISBN)
Description
Ever wondered what makes a book so special? They don't light up, they don't make a sound - but they can take you anywhere! Perfect for little book-lovers and reluctant readers.
Join one curious little boy on a magical journey of discovery with his whole family, as he finds out that books are secret doorways to adventure, bridges to new worlds and wings for your imagination. Whether it's a trip to a library or a quiet moment at home, this vibrant story shows that the wonder of reading is for everyone.
An adventurous and joyful picture book celebration of reading, from the Macmillan Prize-winning creator of The Truth About Old People. Perfect for new readers, The Truth About Books by Elina Ellis is a heartwarming story to treasure and to share.
Join one curious little boy on a magical journey of discovery with his whole family, as he finds out that books are secret doorways to adventure, bridges to new worlds and wings for your imagination. Whether it's a trip to a library or a quiet moment at home, this vibrant story shows that the wonder of reading is for everyone.
An adventurous and joyful picture book celebration of reading, from the Macmillan Prize-winning creator of The Truth About Old People. Perfect for new readers, The Truth About Books by Elina Ellis is a heartwarming story to treasure and to share.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Pan Macmillan
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 3 to 6 years
Product notice
Picture book
Dimensions
Height: 280 mm
Width: 224 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight
184 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-0374-0850-2 (9781037408502)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Elina Ellis loves drawing pictures and imagining stories. Originally from Ukraine, she currently lives and works in Cambridge, where she recently graduated with an MA in Children's Books Illustration. Elina draws both digitally and using traditional media, creating her own books and illustrating for others. In 2017 she won the Macmillan Prize for Illustration for The Truth About Old People which was followed by the brilliant The Truth About Babies and The Truth About Books.