LoveReading4Kids Says
Sadly, for all sorts of reasons, many children these days suffer from anxiety. This story of a worried little alien is perfect for them, but has lots for everyone to enjoy too. It’s the alien’s job to shine the stars, something he does so industriously that he doesn’t have time for fun or friends. Then something disastrous happens and the stars go out. Sent to earth for star shine, the little alien is helped by a boy, who helps him solve the problem: the more fun the little alien has, the brighter the stars will shine! Suz Hughes tells the story via suitably bright illustrations, and her little blue alien has lots of character; an appealing picture book about the importance of fun and friendship. ~ Andrea Reece
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The Night the Stars Went Out Synopsis
Alien was the star controller for the entire galaxy, which was a big job for a very little alien. One night something disastrous happens, and Alien faces the biggest problem of his life. Will Alien be able to fix the stars? With a focus on friendship and problem solving, this picture book is a treat for everyone.
Excitement about this book cannot be overstated; from the adorable alien character - who must summon all his courage and problem-solving skills to keep the stars on – to Hughes’ quirky and witty illustrations, there is so much to love about this book.
Hughes created the book to have equal appeal to young children and their parents – kids will love the story and pictures, while grown-ups will appreciate the subtler jokes and childhood themes. All this combines to create a bedtime book children and parents will pick up time after time.
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9781782025153 |
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6th October 2016 |
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Suz Hughes |
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Suz Hughes |
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Curious Fox |
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Paperback |
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32 pages |
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Suz Hughes Press Reviews
“Beautiful story about the importance of friendship to keep us healthy and bright. The text is simple enough to be read to toddlers too. I also loved the illustrations, colourful, smart, and sometimes crayon-like. As far as I know this is Hughes first book as author besides illustrator, and it's wonderful.” Reviews in Chalk book blog
About Suz Hughes
Suz Hughes's work has been published in a number of books. She studied art and design with a main focus in children's illustration, which has served her well. Suz likes to mix imagination with everyday life in her work, hoping to make her readers smile. Suz grew up in Wales and currently lives in Manchester.
1. We’re excited to get our hands on your new book, ‘The Night the Stars Went Out’. Can you tell us a little more about the book and its themes?
The book its about friendship, the importance of happiness, and making time for fun stuff (basically don’t work too hard)
2. What inspired you to create this story?
Space is something I've always loved and been interested in. One day I was doodling in my sketch book and happened to draw a little alien(Alien) and for some reason I thought it would be cute if he was shining and star and the story just grew from there.
3. When Alien travels to Earth he dons an ingenious disguise – a moustache! What would your disguise of choice be?
Fab question! It would have to be a big pair of specs, a massive hat, and a wig, I might even steal Aliens I love earth T-shirt.
4. What were your favourite picture books from your childhood?
I loved so many books, my favourites would have to be Roald Dahls ‘James and the Giant Peach’, I had it in audio format, as well as the printed book, I’d listen to it over, and over again. I also had a favourite book called ‘My Bedtime Book’, which was illustrated by Garth Williams, apparently I would giggle at all the illustrations, I'm not sure why.
5. Are you working on any new projects that we should look out for?
I’m currently working on 2 book projects, they are both about animals and very much in the ideas stage, but watch this space :)
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