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The Octonauts and The Only Lonely Monster [Hardcover]

Meomi
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (44 customer reviews)

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Book Description

November 1, 2006 5 and up
The books that launched the hit cartoon!

"Meomi's character design is terrific. But their books, especially their first book, are more than that...I love it, and more importantly, my son loves it and asks for it at bedtime.” - Super Punch

"The Octonauts: And the Only Lonely Monster has become a new favorite here. The story follows the path of the adorable, underwater Octonauts who come under attack from a sad, lonely monster and later help the creature find others like it under the sea. A smarter person would say there's a perfect allegory buried beneath the pages -- something about how bullies have fears like everyone else and how wonderful it is to be unique. But I always find myself just getting lost in the illustrations by team Meomi....It's great to find a book that appeals to both kids and adults -- even if the appeal is for different reasons....In other words, these are the best. children's book. animals. ever. I can't get enough of them...I can read this book for hours -- and have.” - SFGate.com

This is the original book series that launched the animated TV show, which is now popular worldwide and broadcast on the Disney Channel in the USA. Discover the creative and fun stories where it all began!

The Octonauts are a crew of adorable animals who roam the ocean in search of adventure, treasure, and fun! From their undersea base called “the Octopod,” the Octonauts explore a colorful world full of thrills, chills, and gills! These eight talented critters, including a brainy octopus, brave polar bear, daredevil kitten, and scientific sea otter, are always ready to embark on a new, exciting voyage.

In this debut episode, the Octonauts encounter a giant sea monster. Is he the only one left of his kind in the ocean? The Octonauts’ mission is to find out! Along the way everyone learns the special value of friendship and individuality. The Octonauts charm children and adults who appreciate sophisticated design and subversive humor, and guarantee readers will stay tuned for their next adventure!

“Now I can see why the TV show is so popular. The illustrations are absolutely delightful...Readers who like picture book adventures that are full of quirky characters and colorful artwork will greatly enjoy this entertaining picture book. With its hope-filled message about the power of friendship, this is a title that has universal appeal. ” – Through the Looking Glass

"Best Buy - The Octonauts has gained an international cult following for its beautifully rendered and vibrant illustrations (and refreshingly sassy characters)." - Vancouver Magazine

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Editorial Reviews

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"Critter lovers, young and old alike, will fall in love with Meomi's new book series based on the voyages of their popular gang of explorers...sure to charm its way to the inner child in all of us.”—Venus Zine

"The characters are cuddly and quirky, and the moral of the story is as good as a hug from a dear one saying I love you for the individual you are.' We hope that's a joy you'll never outgrow." - Rivet Magazine

"...we can't get enough of their illustrations and highly recommend this 36 page sea thriller for your kids."
- PaperArts

"While it appears as a deceptively cute children's book...it turns out...to possess the power to destroy the universe if it's not handled properly...The Octonauts is so devastating, it makes The Tribbles Pandemic look about as scary as a pom pom-tipped pen." - DaddyTypes

“I usually hate 'cuteness' but this book breaks through to even my cold dead heart...Come on, we're talking about 'a valiant polar bear, daredevil kitten, and big-hearted penguin.'... I'm considering making friends with people who have kids, just so I have an excuse to buy, like, a zillion copies.” — SFGate, San Francisco Chronicle

From the Author

MEOMI is Vicki Wong and Michael Murphy. Meomi enjoys sitting by the ocean, making up stories, drinking tea and drawing strange creatures. Meomi's characters have appeared in clothing, toys, merchandise and magazines worldwide. They have also created art and animation for clients such as CBC4Kids, Google, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Yo Gabba Gabba, and the Vancouver 2010 Olympics and Paralympics. Meomi likes sea slugs, yarn hats, and ukuleles.

Product Details

  • Age Range: 5 and up
  • Hardcover: 36 pages
  • Publisher: Immedium (November 1, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1597020052
  • ISBN-13: 978-1597020053
  • Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 11.3 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (44 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,669 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

MEOMI is Vicki Wong and Michael Murphy. They are the authors and illustrators of the Octonauts series.

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Meomi enjoys spending their time making up silly stories, drinking tea, and drawing strange creatures. Their artwork has been featured in numerous illustration and design books, while their characters have appeared on clothing, toys, merchandise, and magazines worldwide. They are the designers of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic mascots (Quatchi, Miga, Sumi and Mukmuk).

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
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4.8 out of 5 stars
My kids love watching Octonauts on tv and they love reading books. ashleyrenae  |  15 reviewers made a similar statement
It's a cute story and well illustrated. Michael Feiner  |  12 reviewers made a similar statement
The content is great and my 3 year old daughter absolutely loves the book! Michael O. Metcalf  |  7 reviewers made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars I want to be the only human with octonauts for friends! October 31, 2006
Format:Hardcover
LOVELY! lovely! lovely! A story simple enough to hold very wee one's attentions and a visual world intricate enough to hold grumpy old people's!

And a narwhale to boot! (eh!)
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderfully imaginative and enchanting tale. February 3, 2007
Format:Hardcover
The Octonauts & the Only Lonely Monster is the debut picturebook story about the Octonauts, eight talented animals who seek undersea adventure, roaming the ocean from their "Octopod" base. The stunning, stylized color illustrations emphasizing simplicity, curves, and a "big head/small eye" anthropomorphic look gives Octonauts a unique appearance, while the story tells of their encounter with a lonely sea monster leading to an important lesson about the values of friendship and individuality. A wonderfully imaginative and enchanting tale.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Book June 23, 2012
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Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
My toddler loves Octonauts and really enjoys this book. It is made of quality material and a good storyline. No reason to fear monsters!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars We love octonauts!
So of course we love the books too. Lots of color and detail on every page. We read them every night.
Published 4 days ago by Jennifer Roan
4.0 out of 5 stars daughter loves it
My daughter loves this book. I find it a bit hard to read since you have to keep flipping the book around in the middle of the story.
Published 13 days ago by Kate Frale
5.0 out of 5 stars Really Cool Book !
My daughter watches the show, and I thought it would be neat to read her one of the original Meomi stories. This book is organized very creatively. Read more
Published 19 days ago by Katie Hald
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Grandson loved this book.. He is totally obsessed with octonauts and anything I get will be octonaut books.. I recommend this to all.
Published 2 months ago by Meri
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Octonauts fans
These books by Meomi inspired the Octonauts TV series. The books, however, are significantly less factual than the show. Read more
Published 2 months ago by David
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Book
We like this book because its a fun read, colorful, and just like the cartoon. My kid begs for it.
Published 2 months ago by Stephanie G
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
The kids like this one, but seldom ask for it. I think they don't like that the monster cries so much. Read more
Published 3 months ago by C. Heck
5.0 out of 5 stars It's the Octonauts...
What's not to like? My daughter is a huge fan of the Octonaunts TV show, so having an Octonauts book to be able to read before bedtime is just fantastic. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Michael Feiner
5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice
Purchased this and 3 other Octonauts books for my son's 4th birthday. They were a huge hit and I'm very pleased. Read more
Published 3 months ago by aj
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun book
Well written and illustrated. Fun and entertaining. It is a well made book as well. The price was right, too!
Published 3 months ago by JDinTX
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