The Legend of the Worst Boy in the World

Eoin Colfer

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English

Puffin
06 January 2012

Children's & Educational; General fiction (Children's&YA)

New in paperback.

Will is desperate to win the Giant Jelly Baby competition and be named 'the best boy in the world'. But his big brother Marty always beats him to it. Then one day Will's wish comes true - he's the best boy in the world at last! Marty is not happy, and decides that something must be done . . .

Funny, quirky fiction with brilliant black-and-white illustrations by Tony Ross throughout. Boys and girls aged 7+ will love this!

By: Eoin Colfer
Imprint: Puffin
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 197mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 77g
ISBN: 9780141318936
ISBN 10: 0141318937
Pages: 96
Publication Date: 06 January 2012
Recommended Age: From 7 to 9 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , 7-9 years , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Eoin Colfer, the second of five brothers, was born and raised in Wexford, in the south-east of Ireland. Artemis Fowl, his first book featuring the brilliant young anti-hero, was an immediate international bestseller and won the WHSmith 'People's Choice' Children's Book of the Year and the Children's Book of the Year at the British Book Awards. This is Eoin's third book for younger readers.

Reviews for The Legend of the Worst Boy in the World

Praise for The Legend of Spud Murphy and The Legend of Captain Crow's Teeth: 'The funniest book of the year. A mini-masterpiece' - Daily Mail 'Plenty of full-on belly laughs' - Sunday Times 'Cracking' - Disney's Big Time

Short-listed for Dublin Airport Authority Irish Children's Book of the Year Award: Junior 2008
Shortlisted for Dublin Airport Authority Irish Children's Book of the Year Award: Junior 2008.