Kiki's Delivery Service

Eiko Kadono author Emily Balistrieri translator Joe Todd-Stanton illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Random House Children's UK

Published:1st Jul '21

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Soar into this modern Japanese classic about a young witch and her clever cat with this new translation by Emily Balistrieri which will delight fans of the beloved Studio Ghibli animated movie as well as new readers.

'A magical, joyous read, brought to life by the most beautiful illustrations' - Harriet Muncaster, author of Isadora Moon

'A charming and beautifully written story' - Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang

Kiki is a trainee witch. On her thirteenth birthday she must follow tradition and leave home to find a new village. She knows she has to use only her powers to make a living, but Kiki's no good at potions or spells...can she use her flying abilities to make her own way in the world? She sets out with her beloved black cat Jiji on an exciting journey, making new friends along the way.

'A charming and beautifully written story' -- author of Amelia Fang * Laura Ellen Anderson *
'A magical, joyous read, brought to life by the most beautiful illustrations' -- author of Isadora Moon * Harriet Muncaster *
For fans of Studio Ghibli films, Eika Kadono's KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE translated by Emily Balistrieri, illustrated by Joe Todd-Stanton is the ideal read - a touching coming of age story, full of heart and warmth. It is also a story about dealing with change at a young age, and the emotional challenges that presents. * The Scotsman *

ISBN: 9780241449493

Dimensions: 197mm x 129mm x 16mm

Weight: 169g

224 pages