Peculiar Woods: The Ancient Underwater City

Iggie forms an unlikely band of heroes to overcome adversity and discover the importance of true friendship in the whimsical, thrilling new series, "Peculiar Woods."

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 20 July 2023
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Moving to a new town can be a daunting experience, especially when your belongings come to life! In this whimsical and thrilling new series, a lonely boy named Iggie forms an unlikely band of heroes to overcome adversity and discover the true essence of friendship.

2023 AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION BEST GRAPHIC NOVEL FOR CHILDREN READING LIST HONOREE!

Nine-year-old Iggie is the new kid in the town of Peculiar Woods, and everything about his new home feels unfamiliar. How is he supposed to make friends when he's not allowed to talk to strangers?

On his first night in the strange new town, Iggie gets lost in the woods and discovers a peculiar ability to communicate with inanimate objects. He soon teams up with his blanket, Faye, a talking chair named Boris, and a pair of spirited chess pieces, and embarks on an epic quest to help his new friends solve their problems.

Along the way, Iggie and his friends encounter the mischievous washing machine, Lazarus Gallington, and begin to unravel the mystery of the flooded town. Throughout his heroic journey, Iggie learns the true value of friendship while also uncovering the necessary steps to save the entire village before it's too late!

With its rich, enchanting story and artwork reminiscent of beloved children's classics like "The Brave Little Toaster," "Adventure Time," "Hilda," and many more, "Peculiar Woods" will captivate young readers with its tales of unlikely heroism, friendship, and adventure.

Weight: 382g
Dimension: 153 x 229 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781524879297