{"product_id":"ember-and-the-island-of-lost-creatures-ember-1-9781761067488","title":"Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures: Ember 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom \u003ci\u003eTreasure in the Lake\u003c\/i\u003e's Jason Pamment comes a graphic novel of friendship and self-discovery in a gorgeously illustrated world, perfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eAmulet \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eLightfall\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eWINNER, Silver Ledger: 2024 Comic Arts Awards of Australia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWINNER, Aurealis Award, Best Graphic Novel\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A charming story of unexpected friendships and endless wonder.' TIM PROBERT, creator of \u003ci\u003eLightfall\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Stunningly unique.' \u003ci\u003eBooks+Publishing\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'An enchanting, absorbing adventure.' \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFitting in can be hard, especially when you're as small as Ember. He's hoping his luck changes when Lua, a kindly sea turtle, escorts him across the ocean to a school for little creatures on a wondrous island. There, Ember learns that first days can also be hard - especially when they involve fantastical cave-dwellers, ferocious storms and classmates that aren't interested in making friends. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs he struggles to adapt to his school, Ember finds himself at the heart of an otherworldly mystery, facing a strange monster from the deep. And though Ember's classmates may seem of little help, any good student knows appearances can be deceiving - and friendship can come from the most unexpected of places. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRAISE FOR \u003ci\u003eTREASURE IN THE LAKE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A beautifully drawn coming-of-age adventure story.' Kazu Kibuishi, creator of \u003ci\u003eAmulet\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e'A charming tale of mystery and friendship, and an inspiring introduction for young comics creators.' Shaun Tan, creator of \u003ci\u003eTales from Outer Suburbia\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Arrival\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e'\u003ci\u003eTreasure in the Lake\u003c\/i\u003e is a visual treat, and a heartfelt, rollicking adventure.' Remy Lai, creator of \u003ci\u003ePie in the Sky \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003ePawcasso\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e'An enchanting tale full of mystery and wonder and secrets. Once I stepped into Jason Pamment's beautifully drawn world, I didn't want to leave.' Craig Phillips, creator of \u003ci\u003eGiants, Trolls, Witches, Beasts\u003c\/i\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eALSO AVAILABLE\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eEmber and the Grand Metamorphosis: Ember 2\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDetails\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eISBN13: 9781761067488\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Pages: 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdition: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication Date: 27 Jun 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher: Allen \u0026amp; Unwin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication City, Country: Sydney, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions (cm): 21.6(H)x15.2(L)632\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight (gm): 632\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h4\u003eSince he was very little, Jason Pamment has loved to dream up stories of adventures in vibrant worlds filled with strange and wonderful characters. He's a little taller now and lives in his hometown of Adelaide, South Australia with his wonderful wife, darling daughter and playful pooch. Jason's background is in animation, having designed award-winning films, children's television shows, music videos, commercials and video games. Jason's writing takes inspiration from the places and events of his childhood, mixed with elements of mystery and adventure. His debut graphic novel, \u003ci\u003eTreasure in the Lake\u003c\/i\u003e, is set in picturesque landscapes reminiscent of the rural, mountainous regions of northern Victoria, a place Jason loved to visit as a child. In \u003ci\u003eEmber and the Island of Lost Creatures\u003c\/i\u003e, he draws from cherished holidays on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia. Jason's stories speak to our emotionally tricky paths to adulthood, and are interwoven with themes of friendship, resilience and empathy.\u003ch4\u003eReviews\u003c\/h4\u003e'A charming story of unexpected friendships and endless wonder.' TIM PROBERT, creator of \u003ci\u003eLightfall\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Stunningly unique ... every panel is a richly imagined work of art ... Whimsical and poignant, \u003ci\u003eEmber and the Island of Lost Creatures \u003c\/i\u003ewill delight readers young and old.'\u003ci\u003e Books+Publishing\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'An enchanting, absorbing adventure.' \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A huge, wondrous world of small creatures overcoming their own challenges.' \u003ci\u003eThe Bulletin of the Center of Children's Books\u003c\/i\u003e (starred review)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eTreasure in the Lake\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Immersive ... 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