By Julian Clary (author) , David Roberts (illustrator) Part of the The Bolds series
"Superbly characterful illustrations and a truly bonkers concept, but told with such verve and style that readers will be entirely swept away. A joy to read aloud"
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One of our Books of the Year 2015 - A Reader Review Panel Pick of the Year 2015
Comedian, entertainer and ‘national trinket’ Julian Clary now turns out to be a talented children’s writer too. The Bolds , his first book for children, is a real treat – a funny story with a ludicrous but hugely enjoyable plotline, lots of jokes, some nail-biting moments and wonderful characters.
The Bolds live happily in Teddington where Mrs Bold sells hats and Mr Bold writes the jokes for Christmas crackers, jobs for which they are perfectly suited. Hardly anyone knows they are actually hyenas! Their secret nearly comes out when they attract the attention of their grumpy next-door neighbour, but maybe he’s got things to hide too.
David Roberts’ illustrations are a joy to behold and perfectly catch the stylishly dressed Bolds’ blithe, carefree happiness. A very special book.
Books in The Bolds Series:
2. The Bolds in Trouble
3. The Bolds to the Rescue
4. The Bolds on Holiday
5. The Bolds' Christmas Cracker
6. The Bolds Go Wild
7. The Bolds Go Green
A fabulous series from dream team Julian Clary and David Roberts, reissued with a brand new cover design to celebrate 10 years of The Bolds.
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Mr and Mrs Bold are just like you and me: they live in a nice house (in Teddington), they have jobs (like writing Christmas cracker jokes) and they love to have a bit of a giggle. One slight difference: they're hyenas. Yes, that's right - they're covered in fur, have tails tucked into their trousers, and they really, really like to laugh.
So far, the Bolds have managed to keep things under wraps, even when their children Bobby and Betty were born. But the nosy man next door smells a rat (or a hyena), and a trip to the local wildlife park, and the brilliantly wacky heist that results, could be the end of Teddington's best-kept secret. Whatever will the neighbours think?
Half a million copies sold in the UK to date, now includes exciting extra content.
The Bolds is now a successful theatre show in London.
'Eccentric characters, flamboyant costumes and cunning plots beckon, with beastly illustrations throughout from Roberts.' The Bookseller, Fiona Noble 'Wildly original and very funny' - Kirkus, starred review
‘Joyful’ - Telegraph
Winner of the Sheffield Children's Book Award 2016 (Celebrity author category)
Longlisted for the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal 2016
Included in New York Public Library's 'Best Books for Kids' 2016 list
On the Shelf Awareness' 'Best Book of the Year 2016' list
Praise for The Bolds to the Rescue :
‘Wonderful illustrations bring this surreal tale to life’ - Guardian
Praise for The Bolds on Holiday :
‘With silly jokes, crazy characters and exciting escapades, this book has laughs from the first page to the last’ - The Week Junior
Praise for The Bolds in Trouble :
‘David Robert’s wonderful illustrations are a perfect match for Clary’s wry wit’ - The Irish Times (Book of the Year)
Praise for The Bolds Go Wild:
‘Laugh-out-loud funny’ - The Independent
Prasie for The Bolds Go Green :
‘The latest story about the family of hyenas living in a semi-detached in Teddington is a riot’ - Daily Mirror
Julian Clary is a comedian, entertainer and novelist, who has toured across the world with his one-man shows. He became a household name in the late 1980s, and remains one of the country's most popular (and least predictable) entertainers. Julian has appeared on numerous popular TV shows including Celebrity Big Brother (which he won), Strictly Come Dancing, This Morning, QI, Have I Got News For You and is a regular panellist on BBC Radio 4's Just a Minute. He has starred in West End productions of Taboo and Cabaret, and appears in panto most years - he loves wearing silly clothes and lots of make up! Julian also narrates the Little Princess children's television series. He lives in Kent with his partner, dogs and several chickens.
Author photo credit Eddie Botsio
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A fabulous series from dream team Julian Clary and David Roberts, reissued with a brand new cover design to celebrate 10 years of The Bolds. Mr and Mrs Bold are just like you and me: they live in a nice house (in Teddington), they have jobs (like writing Christmas cracker jokes) and they love to have a bit of a giggle.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Bolds and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-10 years old
The Bolds features in the following genres: Books of the Month, Recommendations, Featured Books for 9+ readers, Funny, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Historical Fiction, Recommended Children's eBooks, Books Reviewed by our Reader Review Panels, Featured Books for 7+ readers
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The Bolds was written by Julian Clary and published by Andersen Press Ltd
The Bolds has 262 pages
Yes it is part of The Bolds series
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