Carl Hiaasen was born and raised in Florida. He is the author of nine previous novels, including Sick Puppy, Lucky You, Stormy Weather and Basket Case. He also writes a twice weekly metropolitan column for the Miami Herald.
Hilarious, yet serious about the environmental issues Guardian A gross-out plot likely to appeal ... A satisfyingly different kind of adventure book for kids Inis Aquatic high jinks in this entertaining ecological tale of responsibility and revenge The Bookseller With real villainy and real right and wrong issues but told in convincingly involving, over the top manner The School Librarian Flush is pacy and amusing. It will entertain readers with a sense of justice, a concern for the environment and an understanding that the simplest and whackiest ideas are often the best Writeaway!