I've started to be slightly obsessed with Oliver Jeffers. I mentioned here before how I love his books and illustrations, but last months I discovered 'Lost and Found' film as well. Incredibly sweet, I don't even mind my daughter watches it over and over again. I also bought one of his posters for A. bedroom, can't wait to see it. Have you got any of his books? Does anyone have ' The heart and the bottle' ? if yes what do you think of it? M. thinks he is terribly overrated and this book isn't for children at all...probably not, but I like it:)
I'm a massive Oliver Jeffers fan too. But I sort of agree with M about The Heart and the Bottle. I think the message is a tough and slightly confusing one for small children, though I love the book as an adult. I'm an independent bookseller and am much more confident in recommending The Book Eating Boy or The Great Paper Caper.
ReplyDeleteI read "The heart and the Bottle" when you were here, and as I told you, I do not think it's for children but I think it's such a sensitive story... I am still thinking about it sometimes... it means a lot to me...
ReplyDeletePs: regarding the design competition, first of all thank you V. :), and in fact you have to register first... if you need any help, let me know ;)
Me too....
ReplyDeleteThis was adorable. I'm not familiar with his work, but I'm certainly going to look it up. Am very intrigued with "heart and the bottle" now....
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