Graeme Base

Graeme Base

Bertie Badger loves to visit the Retirement Home for Elderly Magicians and watch his grandpa perform magic tricks. But one day all the magicians’ props go missing, so Bertie sets off to investigate. Can he solve the mystery in time to save the show? This clever book will engage readers as they are challenged to solve the mystery along with Bertie, discovering where the missing props have gone by using a decoder included with the book that reveals the mystery.

Graeme Base is one of the world's leading creators of picture books. His alphabet book, Animalia, received international acclaim when it was first published in 1986 and has sold more than two million copies. Other perennial favorites by Graeme Base include The Eleventh Hour, The Discovery of Dragons, The Worst Band in the Universe, The Water Hole, and Jungle Drums. His latest picture book is Uno's Garden. In 2003, he wrote his first novel for young readers, TruckDogs. Graeme lives in Melbourne, Australia, with his artist wife, Robyn, and three wild and wonderful creatures of their own, James, Kate, and William. (booksense)… (more)

Graeme Base reads from Enigma: A Magical Mystery.

Meet world-renowned author/illustrator Graeme Base when he travels all the way from Australia to talk with readers about his newest picture book, Enigma: A Magical Mystery. Similar in form to his bestselling story The Eleventh Hour, this all-new solve-the-mystery book about the special relationship between a grandson, his grandpa, and their love for magic is guaranteed to puzzle and entice young readers. We had the pleasure of hosting Graeme several years ago and can honestly say that he’s every bit as charming as he is talented. Don't miss this chance to meet this creative mastermind whose unique and lush illustrations have been entrancing young minds for over two decades! (ablachly)… (more)

Graeme Base reads from Enigma: A Magical Mystery.

Titcomb's Bookshop and the Sandwich Public Library are thrilled to host a special story time with children's author/illustrator Graeme Base. He will read his new picture book ENIGMA: A MAGICAL MYSTERY, answer questions and sign books. If you are unable to attend and would like to reserve a signed copy of his books or if you need further information, please call Titcomb's Bookshop at (508) 888-2331 (titcombsbookshop)… (more)

Graeme Base

Graeme Base's latest book harkens back to his bestselling solve-the-mystery, The Eleventh Hour. In this mystery, Bertie Badger must solve the mystery of the missing props at the Retirement Home for Elderly Magicians, where Bertie's grandfather lives and where Bertie goes to visit and watch him perform his tricks. Take on the challenge and help Bertie find the missing props! Ages 4-8. (booksense)… (more)