101 Ways to Read a Book -- Timothée de Fombelle, Hardcover

A 2023 NEW YORK TIMES HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR CHILDREN PICK

A delightful gift for all those who love books and reading.

The Sunflower, The contortionist, The sleepwalker, The romantic . . . this one-of-a-kind whimsical volume presents 101 ways and poses in which to read books. Each of the diverse poses has been keenly observed and collected by author Timoth?e de Fombelle, then charmingly illustrated with the greatest precision by celebrated artist Benjamin Chaud. For bibliophiles, browsers, and the just plain curious, this delightful book is a joyful celebration of reading in its many and varied ways. It is a perfect gift for all who love books and reading and will prove especially inspiring to bookworms who desire to pursue their cherished pastime one hundred and one percent of the time.

Author: Timoth?e de Fombelle
Publisher: Red Comet Press
Published: 10/17/2023
Pages: 128
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.13h x 6.77w x 0.71d
ISBN: 9781636550824
Audience: Ages 9-12

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 09/01/2023

About the Author
Timothée de Fombelle is a Paris-based playwright, and author of award-winning children's fiction and picture books. His first series, Toby Alone and Toby Alone and the Secrets of the Tree has been published in twenty-seven languages and won numerous awards, including France's prestigious Prix Sorcières and the Marsh Award.

Benjamin Chaud has illustrated more than 60 books. He is the author and illustrator of New York Times Notable Book The Bear's Song and tree sequels. His most recent book Grown-ups Never Do That was written by his frequent collaborator, Davide Calì. Benjamin Chaud lives in France.

Karin Snelson is a Seattle-based book editor and translator, specializing in children's literature. Angus Yuen-Killick is the founder and publisher of Red Comet Press, located in Brooklyn, New York.