Books with author Andrew Donkin

Andy wants to learn the alphabet! He is an Alligator with an undying love of airplanes; In his free time, he often practices acrobatics with aliens! He has a group of interesting and funny friends: from Grace, the golf-loving, golden giraffe, to Mary, a mall-managing magical monkey…... Andy never has a shortage of supportive friends to help him figure out the ABC’s! Andrew Dong’s children’s picture book is infused with imaginative and entertaining illustrations which are bound to both educate and entertain! Each page features a letter, with a theme intricately connecting many objects starting with that letter. Kids at any reading level can all learn hundreds of words, from basic colors to elementary school-level adjectives by observing the illustrations. The book is designed to let both parents and kids have fun time together beyond just learning the alphabet. The creative alliteration on each page is fun for the kids to read along with their parents. Finding Andy on every page is an added challenge that will certainly keep kids hooked and on their toes. The “Letter Party” page in the end of the book encourages the kid to find all the friends having fun together in one place. How exciting! Have fun reading, laughing and learning the alphabet alongside your friend, Andy the Alligator!

Ebo's sister left months ago. Now his brother has disappeared too, and Ebo knows that, to see them again, he must follow in their footsteps and make the hazardous voyage from Ghana to a safe haven in Europe. So the twelve-year-old sets off on an epic journey that takes him across the Sahara Desert to the dangerous streets of Tripoli and finally out to the merciless sea. Powerful and timely, this novel brings to life Ebo's unquenchable hope for a new life in the face of daunting and perilous obstacles.

1. A FEW WORDS FROM THE AUTHOR: Hi, I am Andrew Dong, a passionate children's book author. I have worked as a story designer, illustrator and voice actor. Nothing makes me happier than engaging kids' love of learning. I was inspired to write this book, Andy the Alligator Learns His ABC's, while I was observing how kids learn the alphabet. Although there are plenty of books on this topic, kids still often find them too dry. I collected the most relevant vocabulary words and topics for children in the K-3 grade range and then connected them using cute animals, names, alliteration, aesthetic themes, and treasure-hunting interactive games. I iterated the book by seeking feedback from kids and parents, as well as teaching the book myself. I am truly grateful for the very positive reviews from my readers, including a Hall of Fame Top 10 Reviewer of Amazon. I hope that the book becomes an interesting and helpful part of the early learning experience for as many kids as possible. I also hope for Andy the Alligator to become a fond friend of your loving family! HI FROM ANDY (AN INTRODUCTION FROM THE MAIN CHARACTERS): Andy wants to learn the alphabet! He is an Alligator with an undying love of airplanes; In his free time, he often practices acrobatics with aliens! He has a group of interesting and funny friends: from Grace, the golf-loving, golden giraffe, to Mary, a mall-managing magical monkey... Andy never has a shortage of supportive friends to help him figure out the ABC's! Andrew Dong's children's picture book is infused with imaginative and entertaining illustrations which are bound to both educate and entertain! Each page features a letter, with a theme intricately connecting many objects starting with that letter. Kids at any reading level can all learn hundreds of words, from basic colors to elementary school-level adjectives by observing the illustrations. The book is designed to let both parents and kids have fun time together beyond just learning the alphabet. The creative alliteration on each page is fun for the kids to read along with their parents. Finding Andy on every page is an added challenge that will certainly keep kids hooked and on their toes. The "Letter Party" page in the end of the book encourages the kid to find all the friends having fun together in one place. How exciting! Have fun reading, laughing and learning the alphabet alongside your friend, Andy the Alligator!

In 2001, audiences first met and fell in love with a twelve-year-old criminal mastermind named Artemis Fowl. Since then, the series has sold over seven million copies in the United States alone. Now, this phenomenally successful series is being translated into a graphic novel format. Eoin Colfer has teamed up with established comic writer Andrew Donkin to adapt the text. For the first time, rabid fans will be able to see what Foaly’s tin hat looks like; discover just how “Beet” Root got his name; and of course, follow their favorite criminal mastermind as he plots and connives in action-packed, full-color panels.