Kwame Crashes the Underworld by Craig Kofi Farmer (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Kwame Crashes the Underworld by Craig Kofi Farmer Tristan Strong series meets Amari and the Night Brothers in Craig Kofi Farmers stunning fantasy debut about a boy hurled into the Ghanaian underworld to help his late grandmother save humanity. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Discover a stunning middle grade fantasy about a boy hurled into the Ghanaian underworld to help his grandmother save humanity, perfect for fans of Tristan Strong and Amari and the Night Brothers.Twelve-year-old Kwame Powell isnt ready to deal with losing his grandmother, even as he and his family head to Ghana for her celebration of life ceremony.Hes definitely not ready when hes sucked into a magical whirlpool that leads straight to Asamando, the Ghanaian underworld. There, he comes face to face with his grandmother, who is very much alive, and somehow still...a kid? Together with his best friend, Autumn, and a talkative aboatia named Woo, Kwame must battle angry nature gods, and stop the underworld from destroying the land of the living.But theres an even bigger problem: Only living souls can leave Asamando. In order to save the mortal world and return home, Kwame will need to find the courage to do the bravest thing of all -- learn how to say goodbye.***"Brimming with laughter, joy, and beautiful messages about grief, hope, lost loved ones, identity, and the ancestors, Kwame Crashes the Underworld rattles the spirit." -Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times-bestselling author of The Marvellers and The Memory Thieves"I wish this book had existed when I was a child. I dare readers not to let Kwame Powell into their hearts." -Roseanne A. Brown, New York Times-bestselling author of Serwa Boatengs Guide to Vampire Hunting"A rollicking and electrifying adventure of one boys journey to accept himself, his family, and his cultural heritage." -Jamar J. Perry, author of Cameron Battle and the Hidden Kingdoms Author Biography Craig Kofi Farmer is a Prince Georges County native, with two Bachelor of Science degrees from Towson University and one Master of Education degree from the University of Maryland, College Park. He works in higher education administration, helping students achieve work-life balance and self-actualization. When hes not writing, hes analyzing superhero movies, watching psychological thrillers, and deciding exactly what hes going to eat that day. Review … "Debut author Farmer tells a grand tale, funny and terrifying in turns, steeped in Ghanaian spirituality and folklore, and wrapped around themes of identity, obligation, true friendship, and devastating loss." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review… "This swashbuckling, supernatural adventure into the land of Ghanian mythology will have all readers (and especially fans of Rick Riordan Presents titles) craving more. Highly recommended." -- School Library Journal, starred review "Brimming with laughter, joy, and beautiful messages about grief, hope, lost loved ones, identity, and the ancestors, Kwame Crashes the Underworld rattles the spirit. Kwame Powell is a much-welcomed hero to the canon of childrens books." -- Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times-bestselling author of The Marvellers and The Memory Thieves"Craig Kofi Farmer brings to life the myths of Ghana with heart, humor, and cinematic flair. I wish this book had existed when I was a child. I dare readers not to let Kwame Powell into their hearts." -- Roseanne A. Brown, New York Times-bestselling author of Serwa Boatengs Guide to Vampire Hunting "A rollicking and electrifying adventure of one boys journey to accept himself, his family, and his cultural heritage. Readers will cry and laugh with and love Kwame Powell, the boy who wears his dashiki with pride and uses it to bring the underworld and its meddling gods to its knees." -- Jamar J. Perry, author of Cameron Battle and the Hidden Kingdoms "Farmer deftly weaves together an inclusive tale of friendship, family, and identity featuring characters and adventure readers will yearn to revisit." -- Publishers Weekly Promotional A stunning middle -grade fantasy about a boy hurled into the Ghanaian underworld to help his grandmother save humanity. Details ISBN1250900263 Author Craig Kofi Farmer Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781250900265 Format Hardcover Country of Publication United States Audience Children / Juvenile Pages 352 DEWEY FIC Language English ISBN-10 1250900263 UK Release Date 2024-10-14 NZ Release Date 2024-12-09 Audience Age 8 Publisher Roaring Brook Press Publication Date 2024-10-14 Imprint Roaring Brook Press Place of Publication New Milford US Release Date 2024-10-14 AU Release Date 2024-12-09 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161460460;

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