A Kiss for a Warthog [Hardcover]

Wende Devlin (Author), Harry Devlin (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 6 and up | Grade Level: 1 and up

If the warthog destined for the Oldwick zoo had not had a mind of her own, the rival towns of Oldwick and Quimby might never have become friends.

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From the Inside Flap

The towns of Oldwick and Quimby were constantly feuding. But Quimby had one thing that Oldwick didn't: a warthog for their zoo. The Mayor of Quimby couldn't let this situation continue, and ordered a warthog from Africa. This is the delightful story of how a warthog named Allegra brought the citizens of both towns together with "A Kiss for a Warthog"

About the Author

Having raised seven children and entertained seventeen grandchildren, Wende and Harry Devlin have developed an unique knack for storytelling. Starting with the Old Black Witch and continuing through the extended Cranberry series (Cranberry Thanksgiving and others), the Devlin's have worked together to produce a remarkable series of children's tales. Their stories combine enjoyable illustrations with a captivating tale and millions of parents have concluded their child's day with one of the Devlin's thirty separate books. "A Kiss For A Warthog" reflects Wende Devlin's deft touch for developing a heartwarming story. A member of the New Jersey Literary Hall of Fame, Wende has crafted the couple's stories for the past thirty-five years. Wende has frequently drawn on the lives and experiences of her own children to fill her tales with details common to the lives of most children and adults (no matter how fantastic the rest of the story may be). Harry Devlin's illustrations display an expansive talent. Harry originally worked as an editorial cartoonist for Collier's Weekly for more than ten years and developed a reputation for excellence that resulted in his election as president of the National Cartoonists Society and, later, as its honorary chairman. He has designed six different stamps for the U.S. Postal Service and his lifelong interest in architecture has produced three architectural books. Harry is also a member of the New Jersey Literary Hall of Fame, as well as a member of the state's Advertising Hall of Fame. The Devlins have lived in Mountainside, New Jersey for over forty years and recently celebrated their fifty-seventh wedding anniversary.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 6 and up
  
• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: Town Book Press; Revised edition (September 25, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1892657015
• ISBN-13: 978-1892657015
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,645,024 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A snorting good time, February 29, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: A Kiss for a Warthog (Hardcover)

As with all of the Devlin books, "A Kiss for a Warthog" is an absolute treasure for bedtime reading. The story language invites shifts in voice and sound that captivate. The book is a staple of bedtime reading at home.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This story is great for all ages, November 9, 1999

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Jennifer Lallo (Sacramento, California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Kiss for a Warthog (Hardcover)

A Kiss For A Warthog is a wonderful book. As a child, I would make my mother read it to me over and over again. As an adult, I get the same childish delight in reading this book about a warthog awaiting a kiss from reluctant humans. This is a very well written book with great illustrations. I can't help but laugh everytime I see one particular picture in the book when Allegra the warthog is puckered up to receive a kiss- with all her whiskers and warts standing out! I will someday read this story to my children and grandchildren. This story is great for all ages and I thoroughly recommend it!

5.0 out of 5 stars A keeper, March 4, 2009

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Grammy Linda (Concord, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Kiss for a Warthog (Hardcover)

This is my niece's favorite book from her childhood. I bought this one to save as a keepsake. It's a nice little story with a good message.