Rosanne Parry is the author of the bestselling novels A Wolf Called
Wander, A Whale of the Wild, A Horse Named Sky, and A Wolf Called
Fire, as well as The Wolf Effect, a picture book illustrated by
Jennifer Thermes. These "Voice of the Wilderness" stories center
the voices of wild animals and focus on their struggle to survive
in a dangerous and changing world. Based on rigorous research and
inspired by the real animals of the western United States,
Rosanne's books are treasured by teachers and librarians and adored
by animal-loving readers of all ages. The author lives with her
family in Portland, Oregon, and writes in a treehouse in her
backyard.
Mónica Armiño is an illustrator, character designer, and background
artist. She is the illustrator of Rosanne Parry's animal adventure
novels A Wolf Called Wander and A Wolf Called Fire. The artist
lives in Madrid, Spain.
"Riveting and lyrical, A WOLF CALLED WANDER is a vibrantly imagined
celebration of the natural world. Don't miss this dazzling tour de
force." - --Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medal-winning author of
The One and Only Ivan"Rife with details of the myriad scents,
sounds, tastes, touches, and sights in Swift/Wander's primal
existence, the immediacy of his intimate, first-person,
present-tense narration proves deeply moving. . . .A sympathetic,
compelling introduction to wolves from the perspective of one wolf
and his memorable journey." - Kirkus Reviews"Parry offers a
wolf's-eye view of the Pacific Northwest's forests, mountains, and
prairies in this harrowing survival tale based on the story of
OR-7, a wolf electronically tracked by scientists. . . .An
action-packed novel perfect for reluctant readers as well as animal
lovers." - Publishers Weekly"Wander's first-person
narration...lends a unique perspective and immediacy to the story.
. .Armiño's realistic black-and-white illustrations fill in gaps,
making this memorable adventure a beautiful one as well." - ALA
Booklist"Parry doesn't pull any punches in her portrayal of the
brutal reality of the natural world. . .Readers who liked the
Hunters series for the gritty authenticity of its natural world
will feel right at home." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's
Books"Inspired by the story of OR-7, a real wolf naturalists
tracked in the wild, Parry perfectly conveys her character's
curious, alert, and social nature.. . .a page-turning narrative. .
. .deserving of a place alongside Sheila Burnford's The Incredible
Journey, Jack London's White Fang, and other classic animal
adventure novels."
- School Library Journal (starred review)"Inspired by a true story,
Rosanne Parry evokes the Pacific Northwest with lilting,
sensory-driven ambient details. . . . Parry's choice to have Swift
narrate his own perilous journey brings an on-the-ground intimacy
to the story. . . . Parry has written about being far from home
before . . . it's a terrain she captures expertly." - The New York
Times Book Review
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