Wendell has been having terrible nightmares, and danny and wendells totallynotgirlfriend suki agree to venture into the iguanas mind to get rid of the thing causing the dreamsbefore wendell goes permanently insane. Illustrations, selected artwork, and limited edition prints available for sale, as. I follow a number of authors on twitter and on quora, and almost every one of them goes on a book tour to promote their latest books. Ursula vernon is also the author of the dragonbreath series. Ursula vernon books, author biography, and reading level. Ursula lives with her husband in pittsboro, north carolina. Fans of dragonbreath and hamster princess, weve got an author event for you. Vernon is the right thing to read in times of woe, in times of joy, and when you are considering planting an invasive nonnative and know you probably need a stern talking to. Curse of the werewiener dragonbreath book 3 sep 16, 2010.
Submit your questions, requests for book recommendations, requests for book. From author ursula vernon, we invite you to read a very moving ode. I was first introduced to ursula vernon s writing when a friend of mine recommended her hamster princess series to me. When molly shows up on castle hangnails doorstep to fill the vacancy for a wicked witch, the castles minions are understandably dubious. After all, she is twelve years old, barely five feet tall, and quite polite. The daughter of an artist, she spent her youth attempting to rebel and become a. The wombat test subject ursula vernon is on book tour this week, and so we are going to jump straight into the interview with theresa colon of wounded birds ministry, and the very long conversation we had about how she keeps herself organized, coping mechanisms, and the role of spirituality. Ursula vernon is the author and illustrator of the dragonbreath and hamster princess childrens book series, published by dial books. It was very enjoyable to read and my little sister loved.
Using a hybrid of comic book panels and text, ursula vernon introduces an irresistible set of characters with a penchant for getting themselves into sticky situations. Ursula vernon is the author and illustrator of the dragonbreath series, castle. She lives, writes, draws, and lives in a castle ok, maybe its more like a house in pittsboro, north carolina. She lives in raleigh, nc, where she writes, draws, creates oddities, and is an occasional practictioner of the sword art of iaido. Dragonbreath by ursula vernon booksamillion online book store. Hamster princess and the danny dragonbreath series. She loves birding, gardening, and spunky heroines, and thinks she would make a terrible princess. An insightful encapsulation of what it is like to grow up believing in magic and other worlds, this poem. Illustrations, selected artwork, and limited edition. Welcome to dragonbreath by ursula vernon about the. Whether you need a classic kids book or classroomproven teaching materials, discover it at scholastic. In this retelling of the twelve dancing princesses, our warrior princess, slays the mouse king and breaks the curse. Dragonbreath by ursula vernon scholastic books for kids.
Danny dragonbreath is counting down the days to his awesome western summer camp. Danny dragonbreath and his friend wendell get an upclose underwater tour of the sargasso sea from dannys seaserpent cousin, encountering giant squid and mako sharks and learn about. Vernon is the right thing to read in times of woe, in times of joy, and when you are considering planting an invasive nonnative and know you probably need a. Ursula vernon is the creator of the hit comichybrid series, dragonbreath, and the author of a middlegrade novel, castle hangnail. Ursula has moved across the country multiple times, but eventually settled in pittsboro, north carolina. Visit scholastic, the worlds largest childrens book publisher. Born in 1977, 28th may, she began as an illustrator then delved into writing children novels. She is also best known for digger, her hugo award winning graphic novel.
Hamster princess whiskerella blog tour the keepers of the books. Disney princess hamster cage tour august 2015 duration. Ursula vernon made her debut as a published author in 2005 with digger, vol. Corvillink, iron and glass by gwendolyn clarechristmas at mistletoe cove by holly martinbook talk. Ursula vernon, famous for her dark and wild fantasy paintings and comics, makes the leap from artist to author seem effortless, and the book, however short and cute, provides a surprising amount of enjoyment for adult readers with an hour or two to waste too. If you like chapter books instead of picture books, but want biggersize words not like tiny printed words in the bible then this is a good one. Using a hybrid of comicbook panels and text, ursula vernon introduces an irresistible set of characters that will have readers laughing until smoke comes out of their noses. Actually, adults can read the kid books if they want. When one follows ursula vernon s art and quirky storytelling sensibilities for as long as i have, one knows what to expect from her work.
This is a delightful story of homework avoidance and dealing with peers. Oct 17, 2016 her twin sister of course had to read it next, so i have invited both of them to share with me and with you why they think ratpunzel and ursula vernons other hamster princess stories should be high on your list of books to find for your elementary school student. Vernon is the creator of the biting pear of salamanca, a digital work of art which became an internet. Before fame she started taking art classes at macalester college and had her first work published in 2008. Featuring ursula vernon s trademark comic book hybrid style, the dragonbreath graphic novel series is guaranteed to make you laugh until smoke comes out your nose. Inside the studio with ursula vernon, hamster princess series.
Of course the fact that one of the pals is a fireless dragon and the other nerdy lizard does play a part in their unusual friends. Ursula vernon audio books, best sellers, author bio. Her work has won the nebula, mythopoeic, coyotl, and wsfa awards. The strangs, surprising adventures of a somewhat brave shrew, which was selected for oprahs book club kids reading list. Dragonbreath is the first book of the dragonbreath series. Save save save related postsrelated postsby ursula vernonsame genre5 star booksspotlight.
She is best known for the webcomic digger and the childrens books dragonbreath and nurk. Ursula vernons dragonbreath series has engaged reluctant readers with its hybrid of text and illustrations since the first book was released in 2012. Ursula vernon began her dragonbreath series in 2009 with dragonbreath. Aug 18, 2015 hamster princess series by ursula vernon l book trailer duration. See all books authored by ursula vernon, including dragonbreath, and comics squad 1.
A respectful knowledge of natures actual workings mixed seamlessly with the absurdities of her imagination, practical and pragmatic characters coping with singularly surreal situations, and small cute critters overcoming monstrous and weird obstacles. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading black dogs part one. Jan 24, 2018 ursula vernon is also the author of the dragonbreath series. Hamster princess whiskerella blog tour the keepers of. With thousands of childrens books, audiobooks, and videos, there is no limit to what children can learn and explore. The best one yet i love ratpunzel clever, cute and so creative. Ursula vernon is one of my favorite modern childrens authors. Ursula vernon danny dragonbreath and his friend wendell get an upclose underwater tour of the sargasso sea from dannys seaserpent cousin, encountering giant squid and mako sharksand learn about standing up to. Dragonbreath, by ursula vernon dial books, 2009 recommended for ages 812 ursula vernons first book in her. Ursula vernon is the author of the hugoaward winning comic digger, as well as multiple childrens book series.
Ursula vernon books list of books by author ursula vernon. A combination of text and graphic novel, the dragonbreath books tell of the adventures of danny dragon, a young dragon attending a school for reptiles and amphibians. Ursula vernon s dragonbreath series has engaged reluctant readers with its hybrid of text and illustrations since the first book was released in 2012. Vernon is the creator of the biting pear of salamanca, a digital work of art which became an internet meme in the form of the lol wut pear. Its perfect for both the classroom and fans of wimpy kid and bad kitty.
Welcome to dragonbreath by ursula vernon about the ursula. Im the authorillustrator of the eisnernominated webcomic digger and the childrens books nurk and dragonbreath from harcourtbrace and penguin dial, all of which can be purchased through amazon visit. Once upon a chapter middle readers book tour featuring. Her eisnernominated comic digger won the hugo award for best graphic story, and her childrens book dragonbreath won the sequoyah award in 20. Ursula vernon has a new series debuting this month, hamster princess. Why ursula vernons ratpunzel should be on your childs. Ursula vernon is the author and illustrator of the dragonbreath series, castle hangnail, nurk, and digger, as well as the upcoming hamster princess series. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Danny dragonbreath and his friend wendell get an upclose underwater tour of the sargasso sea from dannys seaserpent cousin, encountering giant squid and mako sharksand learn about standing up to bullies in the process. Join danny and his best friend wendell the iguana as. Did you think this was a hard book to read, easy to read, somewhere in the middle. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Teen pregnancy in young adult booksjungle movie tiein edition. Some tours may be more extensive than others john scalzi doe.
Hamster princess by ursula vernon book trailer youtube. Its perfect for both the classroom and the wimpy kid set. Ursula vernon is the author and illustrator of the dragonbreath and hamster princess childrens book series, published. From the creator of dragonbreath comes a tale of witches, minions, and one fantastic castle, just right for fans of roald dahl and tom angleberger. Ursula vernon is currently considered a single author. Ursula vernon born may 28, 1977 is an american freelance writer, artist and illustrator. Ursula vernon has a delightful style reminiscent of terry pratchetts ya offerings, born out of her immense affection for gardening, ecology, and fantasy. It didnt have much detail or didnt go much into the story. Please contact their publicity department to request that a book tour visit your area. Ursula vernon is a freelance writer, artist and illustrator. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today.
Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Danny dragonbreath and his friend wendell get an upclose underwater tour of the sargasso sea from dannys seaserpent cousin, encountering giant squid and mako sharks and learn about standing up to bullies in the process. Ursula vernon will be here to promote the new hamster princess book, as well. But over all i would say this is a good book for younger kids to read. She is best known for her hugo awardwinning graphic novel digger 20032011 and for the childrens books series hamster princess and dragonbreath. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial.
When i saw castle hangnail was coming out, i knew i had to give it a try. Ursula vernon has written one other middlegrade novel, nurk. Were in the last few days of the kickstarter for the ironclaw book of monsters, which includes some neat plant monsters that i did the art for. She is also an artist and illustrator a talent that has been seen in most of her works. When i do a book tour, its usually about storytelling. Mar 12, 2020 using her trademark hybrid style of comic book panels and text, ursula vernon has packed this second book in the hilarious dragonbreath series with lots of kung fu, a little bit of loooove, and plenty of everyday school drama. Her series, dragonbreath, is absolutely brilliant from the wellthought out characters to the fun drawings, and not to mention the funny dialogue between the characters. Sep 14, 2017 publishers routinely have authors go on book tours. Ursula vernon is the author and illustrator of nurk, digger, dragonbreath, castle hangnail, and the forthcoming hamster princess. Publishers routinely have authors go on book tours. Ursula vernon is the creator of the popular dragonbreath series, and her work has won a hugo award. Ursula vernon has 73 books on goodreads with 70658 ratings. The house of diamond kindle edition by vernon, ursula.
Danny dragonbreath and his friend wendell get an upclose underwater tour of the sargasso sea from. Primed by viewings of seven fists of carnage and like martialarts fare, impulsive dragonling danny thatis socool. She lives in raleigh, nc, where she writes, draws, creates oddities, and is. Mar 27, 2016 there is not a book out there that is funnier, sillier, and more empowering than hamster princess for young readers. Ursula vernon is the awardwinning author and illustrator of the popular dragonbreath series. Danny dragonbreath has seen a lot of weird things, but nothing quite like the inside of his best friend wendells brain. Her eisnernominated comic digger won the hugo award for best graphic story and the mythopoeic award, and her childrens book. Of mice and magic is magic, i cannot get enough of harriet hamsterbone. The books are a combination of text and graphic novel. Ursula vernon is best known as a childrens book writer. Ursula vernon is a fulltime author and illustrator whose work has won a hugo award and been nominated for an eisner. About ursula vernon ursula vernon is the author and illustrator of the dragonbreath series, castle hangnail, nurk, and digger, as well as the upcoming hamster princess series. Her new series, hamster princess, launches on august 18th with the release of harriet the invincible, a spin on the classic fairytale sleeping beauty that is illustrated in the same style as ursula s dragonbreath books. Hamster princess series by ursula vernon l book trailer duration.
Blog tour little red rodent hood, by ursula vernon happy. Hugo and ursa major award winning writer, artist, and illustrator known for the dragonbreath childrens book series as well as the webcomic digger. She is best known for her hugo award winning graphic novel digger 20032011 and for the childrens books series hamster princess and dragonbreath. Enter to win a massive ursula vernon prize pack, including the first two hamster princess books, and advance copy of ratpunzel october 2016, a copy of castle hangnail, and the first five books. Below is a list of ursula vernon s dragonbreath books in order of when they were originally. Nurk childrens audiobook by ursula vernon explore this. Her new series, hamster princess, launches on august 18th with the release of harriet the invincible, a spin on the classic fairytale sleeping beauty that is illustrated in the same style as ursulas dragonbreath books. The strange, surprising adventures of a somewhat brave shrew. Castle hangnail is suitable for all ages and will resonate with young and old readers alike. Written by ursula vernon, audiobook narrated by tara sands. Dragonbreath by ursula vernon two pals play pirate and have unusual friends.
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