Alexander Asenby's Great Adventure [Hardcover]

Stephen J. Brooks (Author), Rajesh (Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Alexander Asenby

This is the first in a series of exciting adventures for young Alexander Asenby as he explores worlds on the other side of his closet door. Each night, when his mother has tucked him in, Alexander departs to a fantastic world of make-believe.

The young hero confronts dragons, travels to the depths of the ocean, rockets to distant planets and even wins the championship game for his favorite baseball team.

Stephen Brooks has created a delightful character whom children will love to read about again and again.

Editorial Reviews

Review

This beautifully illustrated picture book written in rhyme is a story about a young boy Alexander who does all that and more. The rhyme is well done and flows easily so that the main focus is always on the story and the illustrations. The story is empowering to young children who are shown that they can be heroes just like Alexander. --Wee Ones Magazine, 2006

Rich, soft illustrations transport readers to another world, while the story itself captures the joy of childish make-believe. As a parent, I appreciate the fact Alexander Asenby's Great Adventure encourages children to indulge in make-believe and use their imagination. And the fact Alexander rides a dragon instead of slaying them delighted this dragon-lover to no end. Alexander Asenby's Great Adventure is a remarkable journey for the young and young at heart! --In The Library Reviews, 2006

About the Author

Author, Stephen J. Brooks has written several children's books. He has served as a Federal Agent for over a decade and writes to comfort children. He has always escaped into the magical world of words; comforted through poetry and prose alike.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Purple Sky Publishing (December 31, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0976901722
• ISBN-13: 978-0976901723
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,988,006 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best New Children's Book of the Year!, May 12, 2006

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Nathan Causey (Maryland Heights, MO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Alexander Asenby's Great Adventure (Hardcover)

This is my son's favorite new book. Great adventure story for all who love magic worlds with dragons and fairies. Not scary - just fun. We loved it!!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Alexander Asenby's Great Adventure, April 8, 2006

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Patricia A. Turner (Loami, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Alexander Asenby's Great Adventure (Hardcover)

Fun, Fun, Fun! Your children will truly enjoy this enchanting story as well as the dynamic illustrations. We can't wait for the next adventure in the series to become available! Thanks for the fun read!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully done -, May 13, 2006

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Sharon "Sharon" (Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Alexander Asenby's Great Adventure (Hardcover)

Purchased this title online when I was looking for another book - but - ended up absolutely loving it!! The illustrations are bright and bold and the young hero is perfect for younger children. I would highly recommend this book.