By Sam Gayton (author) , Chris Riddell (illustrator)
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The Snow Merchant is a fantasy filled with family secrets, magical transformations and wild adventure. Join Lettie on her journey to uncover the true meaning of snow, family and friendship. A gripping debut.
A magical festive tale. Lettie Peppercorn lives in a house on stilts near the wind-swept coast of Albion. Nothing incredible has ever happened to her, until one winter's night.
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The night the Snow Merchant comes. He claims to be an alchemist - the greatest that ever lived - and in a mahogany suitcase, he carries his newest invention. It is an invention that will change Lettie's life - and the world - forever.
It is an invention called snow. 'Delightful ... full of action and invention' Sunday Times 'A perfect book to share as a family' The Bookseller 'Full of fairytale and fun' Daily Mail
'Beautifully old-fashioned storytelling weaves a hugely imaginative tale of alchemy, family and snow in this quirky debut novel.' - The Bookseller
'The most imaginative tale I've read in a very long time.' - Literary Loves
'This is a very promising debut novel from Gayton, full of fairytale and fun, which should appeal to Lemony Snicket fans.' - Daily Mail
Sam Gayton lives in Margate. In 2009 he completed the Writing for Young People MA at Bath Spa University and not long after published his first book, The Snow Merchant. He loves American novels, Italian food and the English countryside. When he's not writing, he likes playing old board games, strumming his guitar and joining as many rock bands as possible (currently at seven).
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A magical festive tale. Lettie Peppercorn lives in a house on stilts near the wind-swept coast of Albion.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Snow Merchant and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
The Snow Merchant features in the following genres: Debuts of the Month, Recommendations, Adventure Stories, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Fantasy / Magical, Recommended Children's eBooks, Featured Books for 9+ readers, Featured Books for 11+ readers
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The Snow Merchant was written by Sam Gayton and published by Andersen Press an imprint of Andersen Press Ltd
The Snow Merchant has 265 pages
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