Publisher's Synopsis
Ignite your children's passion for writing with a book written by a winner of Ripple Foundation's Kids Write 4 Kids (KW4K) creative challenge - an annual nationwide contest for grades 4-8. It is more than just a story - it's a testament to youthful imagination. Support and inspire your child's love for literature by buying a copy of this book. Proceeds of all KW4K books are donated to the winners' charity of choice.
About this Book
A Truly Gross Adventure is a collection of nonsense poetry in the tradition of Edward Lear, Dennis Lee & Jack Prelutsky. Sofie Finn Storan's whimsical verses are filled with circus-performing cats, ghosts, ghouls, and the even more frightening things found at the back of a fridge.
About the Author
Sofie Finn Storan is ten years old. She lives in Victoria, British Columbia. Her inspirations include her cats Woody Allen and Babbo, Jack Prelutsky and a certain Mary Lue Emmerson (her school librarian). Sofie is a voracious reader and has a love of words and language. She hopes to continue writing poetry and possibly to publish a novel. Sofie wishes to dedicate this book to her cats, Ella Rosenberg, and Elliot Smith. She hopes you will enjoy her poetry!
