by Jane Yolen (Author), Doug Keith (Illustrations)

In this wondrous book by award-winning fantasy author Jane Yolen and award-winning fantasy illustrator Doug Keith, two children and a dog explore the coves and caves of a tiny island. Under the watchful eye of Grandpa, the kids are thrilled to discover a huge surprise: the craggy rocks, tufted grass, and wind-swept trees on Giant Island are much more than they seem.

Giant Island by Jane Yolen

Name: Giant Island by Jane Yolen
SKU: 9781947277182

SKU: 9781947277182

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Jane Yolen is a novelist, poet, fantasist, journalist, songwriter, storyteller, folklorist, and children’s book author who has written more than three hundred books. Born and raised in New York City, the mother of three and the grandmother of six, Yolen lives in Massachusetts and St. Andrews, Scotland.
"Jane Yolen, who sees stories everywhere, takes a giant leap here. Through her text and through comic and scintillating illustrations by Doug Keith, we learn that though no man may be an island, an island might be--well, a giant adventure, at least."

--Gregory Maguire, author of Wicked

"Lovingly rendered in whimsical illustrations that bring this fairy tale to life."

--Danielle Ballantyne, Foreword Review

"A beautifully imaginative tale of discovery and magic and family history on an island that really lives up to its name."

--Delia Sherman, anthologist and fantasy writer

"Keep your eyes wide open. There may be more than one giant in this magical place with giants who keep giant secrets."

--David L. Harrison, author of The Book of Giant Stories

"This delightful book, with its slow and delicious reveal of the life of a magical island, will enchant those children who know (much better than we adults do!) how truly alive the world can be!"

--Bruce Coville, Author of +100 titles

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