The Real McCoys by Matthew Swanson (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Real McCoys by Matthew Swanson, Robbi Behr The first book in an illustrated series in which a precocious detective solves mysteries with her super-smart little brother. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Her names Moxie. Moxie McCoy.Bold, opinionated, and haplessly self-confident, shes the worlds greatest fourth-grade detective! When someone kidnaps the beloved school mascot, Eddie the Owl, Moxie is on the case-but she is forced to fly solo since her best friend (and crime-solving partner) has recently moved away.Moxie must interview her classmates-both as potential new best friends, and as possible suspects. She finds clues and points fingers but cant save the owl on her own. Enter Moxies little brother, Milton. Quiet and cautious, he listens carefully and helps connects the dots. Can the Real McCoys form an unlikely alliance and solve the crime of the century?The Real McCoys delivers clever storytelling and heartwarming insight in an irresistible package. Author Biography Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr are the author-illustrator, husband-wife duo behind Ten Thousand Stories (Chronicle Books, 2013), Babies Ruin Everything (Imprint, 2016), Everywhere, Wonder (Imprint, 2017), and more than sixty illustrated books for children and adults. They run two small publishing companies and a letterpress shop out of their Maryland home/barn/studio, teach and speak on creativity and collaboration, and have three small-but-obstreperous children. Review Praise for The Real McCoys: A Junior Library Guild Selection "Readers will breeze through this ingenious combination of text and art, eager for Moxie and Miltons next case." --School Library Journal, starred review "Swansons witty text is enhanced exponentially by Behrs bold, original artwork to create a uniquely told whodunit with wide appeal. . . . An exceptional book." --Booklist, starred review "Delightfully topsy-turvy . . . readers will hope to see more of both siblings soon." --Publishers Weekly, starred review "An exceptional middle-grade read packed with giggles for young sleuths who love to explore a little off the beaten path." --Kirkus Reviews "An ingenious new series . . . an innovative reading experience that surprises and delights. Wordplay, witty descriptions and visual jokes abound." --The Washington Post "Swanson and Behr have created a gem with this hilarious elementary-level read with graphic novel tendencies." --The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books "This clever, funny, delightful book is just what this crazy world needs. The surprising and inventive interaction between text and illustration shows that two brains are, indeed, better than one--especially when they belong to Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr." --Andrea Beaty, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Ada Twist Scientist Praise for Everywhere, Wonder: "A sweeping exploration of imagination, appreciation, and possibility."--Publishers Weekly "Swansons fanciful and whimsical exploration of the meeting of imagination and story is strengthened by the jewel-toned colors and sheer scope of Behrs illustrations." --Kirkus Reviews "A tribute to the power of imagination awaiting those who are open to the marvels that surround them." --School Library Journal Praise for Babies Ruin Everything: "Babies Ruin Everything speaks to that older brother or sister, telling them, simply: I hear you. This is hard This is a wonderfully empathetic and funny book that doesnt talk down to older siblings and their real struggles having their world turned upside down. I love my little sister, but if I was still three, Id probably be trying to sell her to you." --Kate Beaton, author and illustrator of The Princess and the Pony and the #1 New York Times bestseller Hark! A Vagrant"A fun read that can empower big sisters and brothers to make the most of their new family roles." --School Library Journal Promotional The first book in an illustrated series in which a precocious detective solves mysteries with her super-smart little brother. Review Quote "This clever, funny, delightful book is just what this crazy world needs. The surprising and inventive interaction between text and illustration shows that two brains are, indeed, better than one--especially when they belong to Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr." --Andrea Beaty, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Ada Twist Scientist Everywhere, Wonder: "A sweeping exploration of imagination, appreciation, and possibility."-- Publishers Weekly "Swansons fanciful and whimsical exploration of the meeting of imagination and story is strengthened by the jewel-toned colors and sheer scope of Behrs illustrations." -- Kirkus Reviews "A tribute to the power of imagination awaiting those who are open to the marvels that surround them." -- School Library Journal Babies Ruin Everything: "Babies Ruin Everything speaks to that older brother or sister, telling them, simply: I hear you. This is hard This is a wonderfully empathetic and funny book that doesnt talk down to older siblings and their real struggles having their world turned upside down. I love my little sister, but if I was still three, Id probably be trying to sell her to you." --Kate Beaton, author and illustrator of The Princess and the Pony and the #1 New York Times bestseller Hark! A Vagrant "A fun read that can empower big sisters and brothers to make the most of their new family roles." -- School Library Journal Promotional "Headline" The first book in an illustrated series in which a precocious detective solves mysteries with her super-smart little brother. Details ISBN125009853X Pages 352 Year 2018 ISBN-10 125009853X ISBN-13 9781250098535 Format Paperback Publication Date 2018-12-01 Illustrator Robbi Behr Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Author Robbi Behr Imprint Square Fish DEWEY 813.6 Audience Age 9 Language English Series Number 1 UK Release Date 2018-12-01 Publisher Palgrave USA Series The Real McCoys Audience Children / Juvenile US Release Date 2018-12-01 AU Release Date 2018-11-12 NZ Release Date 2018-11-12 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:137360862;

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