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Cow That Laid an Egg

Published
Feb 2008
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General Fiction General Fiction
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32

About This Book

A hilarious farmyard story about having the courage of one's convictions, even when others doubt you, from the creator of 'Albie', Andy Cutbill, and the award-winning illustrator, Russell Ayto.

Marjorie the cow doesn't feel very special. She can't ride bicycles or do cartwheels like the other cows. But one morning, Marjorie is astonished to discover something extraordinary…

She's laid an egg!

But does the baby inside the egg really belong to Marjorie? Emotions run high in the farmyard as everyone waits to find out…

Reviews

Praise for The Cow That Laid an Egg:

"Had me in stitches" The Bookseller

"A charming, comical tale" Starred Editor's Choice, Junior

"A wonderfully madcap story with wacky illustrations" Nursery World

"Children will love the sheer craziness of this story" Alison Green for Child Education

About the author

Andy Cutbill was born near London in 1972. He read Art at university and then did post-graduate studies in Art Direction. After several years writing television commercials, he started originating new concepts in children's animation and books. In conjuction with Cosgrove Hall Films, Andy created and developed the award-winning animated television series, Albie, for CITV. Andy lives in London with his wife, son and daughter.

Russell Ayto had a varied career before turning his attention to children's book illustration. He worked as both a postman and a scientific officer. He has illustrated numerous books for children including Whiff by Ian Whybrow. He now lives and works in Cornwall with his wife and two young children.

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