Mr. Penguin – Peachtree Publishing Company Inc. https://peachtree-online.com A trade publisher creating children's books that educate, entertain, encourage, and endure. Fri, 25 Jun 2021 19:25:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Mr. Penguin and the Catastrophic Cruise https://peachtree-online.com/portfolio-items/mr-penguin-and-the-catastrophic-cruise/ https://peachtree-online.com/portfolio-items/mr-penguin-and-the-catastrophic-cruise/#respond Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:50:19 +0000 https://peachtree-online.com/?post_type=avada_portfolio&p=31041

Middle Readers

Mr Penguin and the Catastrophic Cruise
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Paperback Coming Fall 2021

Mr. Penguin and the Catastrophic Cruise

Part of Mr. Penguin

by Alex T. Smith

When Mr. Penguin boards a glitzy cruise ship, he quickly discovers the boat is bound for dubious straits. From Alex T. Smith’s delightfully wacky detective series!

“Gloriously silly…. Ridiculously charming.” —Kirkus Reviews

Dashing detective Mr. Penguin and his adventuring gang board a luxury cruise ship for some much-needed rest and a little entertainment. With Colin, his kung fu spider sidekick, preparing to perform with the Ladies Choir and fish finger sandwiches available twenty-four hours a day, Mr. Penguin isn’t even bothered by the fact that he can’t swim and is deeply afraid of water.

But when a series of odd events infiltrates a façade of glamorous parties filled with a who’s who of film stars and politicians, Mr. Penguin can’t help but feel that something shifty is happening on board. And when he befriends a young stowaway with a mystery of her own, he soon finds that adventures are lying in wait.

This third installment in the wacky, page-turning series from Alex T. Smith (Claude) is sure to thrill young readers looking for a good adventure and major laughs. Black and white illustrations throughout. eBook available.

Also by Alex T. Smith:
Mr. Penguin and the Lost Treasure
Mr. Penguin and the Fortress of Secrets

Claude at the Beach
Claude on the Big Screen
Claude at the Circus
Claude in the Country
Claude in the City
Claude on the Slopes
Claude in the Spotlight

Format: Hardcover
Price: $16.99
ISBN: 978-1-68263-213-0
Publication Date: 10/1/2020
Page Count: 288
Size: 5-3/4″ x 8-3/4″
Age Range: 8 – 12
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Price: $9.99
ISBN: 978-1-68263-330-4
Publication Date: 9/1/2021
Page Count: 288
Size: 5-3/4″ x 8-3/4″
Age Range: 8 – 12
Language: English
Format: eBook
ISBN: 978-1-68263-266-6
Age Range: 8 – 12
Language: English

Purchase this eBook through the following vendors:

Amazon
Barnes & Noble
BookShout
eBooks.com
Google
IndieBound
Kobo
Scribd

F&P: Q, Gr 4, Genre F
Lexile: 890L
Themes: Adventure, Problem-solving, Mystery
BISAC 1: JUV001000  JUVENILE FICTION / Action & Adventure / General
BISAC 2: JUV002380 JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Penguins
BISAC 3: JUV028000 JUVENILE FICTION / Mysteries & Detective Stories

Reviews

“Gloriously silly…illustrations reminiscent of Quentin Blake lend the story a daffy verve, and the short chapters with cliffhanger endings make for a perfect read-aloud…. Ridiculously charming.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Think Indiana Jones adventure with an Agatha Christie twist and you have the zany antics of Mr. Penguin and company. The story features a cast of endearing characters and a writing style that walks the line between funny and zany. With illustrations offering complementary, but just as wacky, details for younger readers, this title will still appeal to adult readers as well…. A great addition to a library or home bookshelf.” —School Library Connection

Awards

Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Intermediate)— Kansas National Education Association, 2021

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Meet the Author/Illustrator

Alex T. Smith

After briefly considering careers in space travel, cookery and being a rabbit, Alex T. Smith finally decided to become an illustrator. He graduated from Coventry University with a degree in Illustration and won second place in the Macmillan Prize for Children’s Illustration. Alex lives in England. You can visit his website here.

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Middle Readers

Mr Penguin Fortress of Secrets
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Series Activity Kit

Mr. Penguin and the Fortress of Secrets

Part of Mr. Penguin

by Alex T. Smith

Mr. Penguin and Colin the Spider encounter spooky adventures after crash-landing on a snow-drenched mountain. From Alex T. Smith’s hilarious Mr. Penguin detective series!

“A peppy mystery brimming with absurdity and laughs, suspenseful moments, and detailed two-tone illustrations…kids will eagerly stay tuned.” —Booklist

When Mr. Penguin and Colin crash-land on a snowy mountain, they discover strange noises coming from an old, ruined fortress. Might it be connected to the mystery of missing pets? Why are there shadowy figures lurking about? And will Mr. Penguin conquer his fear of flying?

This second installment in the madcap, page-turning detective series from Alex T. Smith (Claude) is sure to thrill young readers looking for a good adventure and lots of laughs. Black and white illustrations throughout. Available in eBook.

Also available from Alex T. Smith:
Mr. Penguin and the Catastrophic Cruise
Mr. Penguin and the Lost Treasure

Claude at the Beach
Claude on the Big Screen
Claude at the Circus
Claude in the Country
Claude in the City
Claude on the Slopes
Claude in the Spotlight

Format: Hardcover
Price: $16.95
ISBN: 978-1-68263-130-0
Publication Date: 10/1/2019
Page Count: 288
Size: 5-3/4″ x 8-3/4″
Age Range: 8 – 12
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Price: $9.99
ISBN: 978-1-68263-195-9
Publication Date: 10/1/2020
Page Count: 288
Size: 5-3/4″ x 8-3/4″
Age Range: 8 – 12
Language: English
Format: eBook
ISBN: 978-1-68263-178-2
Age Range: 8 – 12
Language: English

Purchase this eBook through the following vendors:

Amazon
Barnes & Noble
BookShout
eBooks.com
Google
IndieBound
Kobo
Scribd

AR Level: 5.6
F&P: Q, Gr 4, Genre F
Lexile: 810L
Themes: Adventure, Problem-solving, Mystery
BISAC 1: JUV001000  JUVENILE FICTION / Action & Adventure / General
BISAC 2: JUV019000  JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories
BISAC 3: JUV045000  JUVENILE FICTION / Readers / Chapter Books

Reviews

“Mr. Penguin’s second caper is as silly as the first… Fans will be happy more adventures are in the offing.” —Kirkus Reviews

“The book’s clever plot twists will surprise and delight young readers… Stylish and intricate drawings…a rollicking caper.” —Foreword Reviews, STARRED REVIEW

“Smith delivers a peppy mystery brimming with absurdity and laughs, suspenseful moments, and detailed two-tone illustrations. The idiosyncratic crew has more heart than talent, which results in some genuinely funny moments… Hero and villain tropes give the entire adventure the feel of a well-crafted cartoon episode, and kids will eagerly stay tuned.” —Booklist Online

“This rollicking, stand-alone, chapter book adventure deftly blends humor, mystery, and a dash of whimsy….endearing…. This title will appeal to established readers looking for a quick, engaging read. Interspersed illustrations, large print, and pacing make it appealing as a bridge for readers with a preference for graphic novels.” —School Library Connection

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Meet the Author/Illustrator

Alex T. Smith

After briefly considering careers in space travel, cookery and being a rabbit, Alex T. Smith finally decided to become an illustrator. He graduated from Coventry University with a degree in Illustration and won second place in the Macmillan Prize for Children’s Illustration. Alex lives in England. You can visit his website here.

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Middle Readers

  • Mr Penguin Lost Treasure
  • Mr Penguin Lost Treasure PB
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Mr. Penguin and the Lost Treasure

Part of Mr. Penguin

by Alex T. Smith

Meet Mr. Penguin: adventurer (and penguin). He has a dashing hat. A battered satchel. And a kung-fu spider sidekick. Now he just needs an adventure!

★ “Lighthearted and humorous…. The short chapters and riotous plot will easily win this series starter fans, especially among Inspector Flytrap devotees.” —Booklist, STARRED REVIEW

When Bouddica Bones from the Museum of Extraordinary Objects calls for help, Mr. Penguin swings into action. Can he and Colin the spider find the museum’s missing treasure before bandits do? Or is this the adventure Mr. Penguin should have never answered?
This quirky, slapstick story from Alex T. Smith, author-illustrator of the popular Claude series, is sure to delight young readers looking for adventure and a laugh. Black and white illustrations throughout. Available in eBook.

Awards:

Best Children’s Books of the Year ―Bank Street College of Education
Cybils (Finalist, Early Chapter Books) —Cybils
Top 10 Books for Kids —New York Public Library
Beehive Award (Children’s Fiction Nominee) —Children’s Literature Association of Utah

Also available from Alex T. Smith
Mr. Penguin and the Catastrophic Cruise
Mr. Penguin and the Fortress of Secrets

Claude at the Beach
Claude on the Big Screen
Claude at the Circus
Claude in the Country
Claude in the City
Claude on the Slopes
Claude in the Spotlight

Format: Hardcover
Price: $16.95
ISBN: 978-1-68263-120-1
Publication Date: 4/1/2019
Page Count: 208
Size: 5-3/4″ x 8-3/4″
Age Range: 8 – 12
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Price: $9.99
ISBN: 978-1-68263-170-6
Publication Date: 4/1/2020
Page Count: 208
Size: 5-3/4″ x 8-3/4″
Age Range: 8 – 12
Language: English
Format: eBook
ISBN: 978-1-68263-143-0
Age Range: 8 – 12
Language: English

Purchase this eBook through the following vendors:

Amazon
Barnes & Noble
BookShout
eBooks.com
Google
IndieBound
Kobo
Scribd

AR Level: 5.6
F&P: Q, Gr 4, Genre F
Lexile: 870L
Themes: Adventure, Problem-Solving, Mystery
BISAC 1: JUV001000 JUVENILE FICTION / Action & Adventure / General
BISAC 2: JUV019000 JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories
BISAC 3: JUV045000 JUVENILE FICTION / Readers / Chapter Books

Reviews

“Lighthearted and humorous… The two-tone illustrations, in orange and black, are comical and elevate Mr. Penguin’s antics and worries… The short chapters and riotous plot will easily win this series starter fans, especially among Inspector Flytrap devotees.” —Booklist, STARRED REVIEW

“Slapstick humor and satire combine to create lots of laughs. Memorable, quirky characters are depicted in detailed, intricate illustrations that add to the over-the-top comedy.… Fresh and funny, fans of the author’s “Claude” series will be delighted to meet Mr. Penguin and companions in this new series opener…” —School Library Journal

“Quirky, sharply illustrated… A plot twist and strategic pops of orange among detailed drawings are sure to pull readers along… For fans of the author’s Claude series who are looking for a longer chapter book.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Amusing… Mr. Penguin is delightful….whimsical and silly…a fun and funny adventure.” —Foreword Reviews

Awards

Best Children’s Books of the Year ―Bank Street College of Education, 2020

Cybils (finalist, Early Chapter Books) —Cybils, 2019

Top 10 Books for Kids —New York Public Library, 2019

Beehive Award (Children’s Fiction Nominee) —Children’s Literature Association of Utah, 2021

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Meet the Author/Illustrator

Alex Smith

After briefly considering careers in space travel, cookery and being a rabbit, Alex T. Smith finally decided to become an illustrator. He graduated from Coventry University with a degree in Illustration and won second place in the Macmillan Prize for Children’s Illustration. Alex lives in England. You can visit his website here.

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