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Maarten, Hendrik

 
9781922508508: Old Warty's Promises: A Humorous Middle School Story for Kids About Classic Books, Friendship & Daydreams
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ISBN 10 : 1922508500 ISBN 13 : 9781922508508
Editeur : Marchien Press, 2025

Synopsis

One squished vegetable. One secret bargain. One social nightmare.

Behind the weathered red-brick walls of Golden Mantella School, beneath the watchful eyes of Old Warty, a classic story is coming to life. In Room F, Miss Prunella Hightone challenges her class to imagine what a story means to them, sparking a vivid daydream for the very beautiful (and, if she does say so herself) Lovy Prentiss. It’s a daydream that begins with fans screaming her name... but ends in total disaster.

The Secret Bargain

Facing the social nightmare of being branded the "Pumpkin Killer," Lovy strikes a secret bargain with Gene Hogg, a boy known for his "caterpillar" eyebrows and a lingering scent of peanut butter. The price of his silence? A high-stakes friend request on social media and a mission to lift Gene’s "mojo."

Integrity vs. Reputation

Lovy must navigate the strict "Prentiss Rules" regarding integrity and the true weight of a promise. In a world of instant notifications, she quickly learns that basketball skills and rookie cards are only the beginning—some lessons are worth far more than a perfect reputation.

"Navigating this story is like trying to fix a broken pumpkin with super glue; it requires a delicate touch."


Technical Details:
  • Target Age: Middle Grade (8–12 years) or Young Adult (13+).
  • Themes: Integrity, Social Media pressure, School life, Honesty, and Humor.
  • Genre: Contemporary Fiction / Coming-of-Age.
  • Vibe: Perfect for fans of realistic school stories with a modern twist.

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À propos des auteurs

Hendrik is an Australian author best known as one half of the creative duo "Hendrik & Estella". He writes across picture books and chapter books, with series including Blue Fork Rhymes, Sink Detectives, Bear Rhymes and Dean's Epic Dreams. His work for older readers focuses on character, problem-solving and the small choices that shape who we become. In stories such as Old Warty's Promises he pairs pacey chapters with clear, readable prose and gentle humour, inviting readers to think, laugh and cheer for teams, friends and fair play.

Estella is an Australian illustrator known for expressive, reader-friendly artwork for children's books. As one half of "Hendrik & Estella", she works primarily in pencil, ink and watercolour, refining digitally to keep compositions clean and narrative beats clear. Her series credits include Blue Fork Rhymes, Sink Detectives, Bear Rhymes and Dean's Epic Dreams, where she focuses on character acting, humour and visual pacing that supports growing readers. Alongside her book work, Estella develops select pieces into surface-pattern designs for textiles and soft furnishings through partners such as Spoonflower and Redbubble.

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Éditeur
Marchien Press
Date d'édition
2025
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1922508500
ISBN 13 
9781922508508
Reliure
Broché
Illustrateur
Estella Artist
Nombre de pages
82
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