A Year In The Castle

These detailed spreads charting the course of a year in a fantasy medieval castle are packed to the brim with charming characters and hilarious adventures that young readers will return to again and again. There's a lot going on in the castle of King Bolebor-a peace- loving gardener-and Queen Drogomira-a brilliant inventor. There's a princess learning sword fighting so that she can become a knight; a sweet dog in search of an owner; a dragon hiding in the cellar; a gold-counting treasurer; a friendly ghost; an annoying jester, a burly blacksmith-and many others. Vibrant and intricately detailed spreads take readers through a year in the castle, showing how an innocent mishap leads to war with the neighbors; how lives in the castle change from month to month; and how each season brings its own surprises. Gently humorous and filled with opportunities to play I Spy, this delightful picture book also provides ample opportunities to talk about all sorts of topics from history and gender stereotypes to gnomes, ghosts and chess-playing frogs. AGES: 6 plus AUTHOR: Nikola Kucharska is a Poland-based creator of children's books, comics and games. Her books are translated into many different languages and published in countries around the world. SELLING POINTS: . PERFECT FOR young fans of search-and-find books and medieval fantasy . SEARCH AND DISCOVER: Spend hours exploring the nooks and crannies of meticulously illustrated medieval castle, and uncover the routines and schemes of its charming inhabitants. . GORGEOUSLY ILLUSTRATED, BEAUTIFULLY PRODUCED: This exquisitely designed hardback, filled with Nikola Kucharska's vibrant artwork will transport readers both young and old.