Andrew McDonald is the author of two beloved series for young readers: the bestselling Real Pigeons and the Hello Twigs graphic novels (published as Twig Friends in the US). He loves writing stories that make kids laugh, wonder and leap into the air with surprise, and regularly presents at schools and runs creative writing workshops. His books have been shortlisted for the Children’s Book Council of Australia Awards, the Readings Children's Book Prize, and the Australian Book Industry Awards. He lives in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia.
Ben Wood has illustrated many bestselling books for children, including the best-selling Real Pigeons series and the Hello Twigs graphic novel (published as Twig Friends in the US). Ben is drawn to stories that are funny and heartfelt, and his lively illustrations reflect his love for graphic novels and animation. When not in the studio, Ben speaks in schools and runs workshops about illustration. He lives in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia.
‘With comic-style black and white illustrations throughout, it’s
the energetic, exciting pictures that lead the Real
Pigeons’ heroic exploits. The good guys are really good, the bad
guys are really bad, the plots are really devious, and together
they are absolutely hilarious.’ —BookTrust
‘When crime rears its ugly head, who better than pigeons to have on
your side? A goofball farce… this episodic volume offers two
other cases for the crime-busting birdies, and young readers will
make quick work of them all. Totally coo!” —Kirkus Reviews
“Manic energy and flapstick comedy (get it?) ricochet through
the chapters…. Dog Man and Inspector
Flytrap fans are ideal readers for this perfectly absurd
new series.” —Booklist
‘This is such a funny series with plenty of word play, hillarious
visuals and graphic dialogue. Fans of Bad
Guys, Investigators and
the Treehouse series will be instant fans as
will those who like quirky humour and rollicking
fun.’ —ReadPlus
‘Text and pictures work together seamlessly, with comic sequences,
graphic dialogue, funny captions, exuberant visual humour and word
play. I can’t wait to witness more of the Real
Pigeons’ ingenuity, bravery, teamwork, and general
silliness.’ —Readings Books
‘The best thing is its funny! Andrew McDonald, the writer, and
Ben Wood, the illustrator, work wonderfully well in keeping the
laughs constant throughout the book. I can’t wait to keep reading
this funny and fun series.’ ––Reading with a Chance of
Tacos
‘Perfect for emerging readers who want action, hilarious
hijinks, and crime-fighting mysteries.’ ––School Library
Journal
‘Irresistible to reluctant readers!’ ––The Age and Sydney
Morning Herald
‘REAL PIGEONS = REAL LAUGHS FOR REAL KIDS!” –– Sally Rippin,
Australian Children’s Laureate and author of the Billie B
Brown and School of Monsters series.
‘Not only did we cackle and giggle while reading, we also
slept MUCH SAFER knowing that there were REAL PIGEONS out there
fighting crime!’ ––Peter Helliar, comedian and author of the
bestselling Frankie Fish series
‘I love that these books are appropriate for quite a large age
range. Mr 10 started reading this series when he was six and fell
in love with all the characters, so when this one turned up in the
mail he grabbed it eagerly. He feels like he's grown up with Rock,
Tumblr, Grandpouter and all the pigeon crew.’––Aussie Kids
Books
REAL QUOTES FROM REAL KIDS! ‘Real Pigeons is really funny and very
WEIRD. I have read it about 50 times.’ – Tom, 8 years old ‘The REAL
PIGEONS make me laugh and the book is fun to read.’ – Caitlin, 7
years old ‘I love the Real Pigeons because they are adventurous,
brave and they make me laugh.’ – Sam, 7 years old ‘All the pigeons
make me laugh. When I see pigeons in the street now, I imagine what
crimes they are trying to solve.’ – Fraser, 6 and ¾ years old ‘I
also really love Rock’s pet twig, Trent. It is such a funny thing
to have a pet twig.’ – Tom, 8 years old ‘I really loved Real
Pigeons because it has humour with hints of heroism, realism and
adventure.’ – Archie, 10 years old
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