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By (author) Tarakson, Stella – Roberts, Nick; By (author) Tarakson Stella; Illustrated by Roberts Nick
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Hopeless Heroes is a fun-filled series about Greek mythology, adventure and what it means to be a hero.
Book 1 in the Hopeless Heroes series that takes readers on fun adventures back to Ancient Greece!
When Tim Baker breaks his mum’s favourite vase, it’s the least of his problems. The Greek hero he’s released is in danger of doing far worse. To the flowers, the rug—”Oh, no! Not the kitchen!”Hercules is only trying to be helpful but he’s just hopeless. It’s time to send this dim demigod home before Tim becomes ancient history. Includes a QR code for the free audiobook! About the Hopeless Heroes series:Hopeless Heroes is a fun-filled series about Greek mythology, adventure and what it means to be a hero. Readers aged 7+ will love diving into the world of Tim Baker and his (sort of) friend Hercules. A great series to bridge the gap before the Percy Jackson series.
Review quote
“A magical adventure.” – Donnie age 9
Biographical note
Stella graduated with a law degree, but writing was always her passion. Before long, she left her ”sensible” job and plunged into the world of publishing. She has now written over 30 books. As the daughter of Greek immigrants, Stella was steeped in Greek mythology, and she uses her love of Greece in her books. Nick Roberts was born in Colwyn Bay, North Wales, and moved to Somerset when he was five years old. He turned the art studio at his school into his second home, and qualified with a BA Hons in graphic design from Bristol Polytechnic in 1986. His most memorable project has been the branding of the European Youth Olympics in Bath. Nick moved back to Somerset to set up a home studio in 2007.
Promotional headline
Hilarious adventures that introduce children to the Greek Gods
Flap / cover copy
When Tim Baker breaks his mum’s favourite vase, it’s the least of his problems. The Greek hero he’s released is in danger of doing far worse. To the flowers, the rug—Oh, no! Not the kitchen!Hercules is only trying to be helpful but he’s just hopeless. It’s time to send this dim demigod home before Tim becomes ancient history.
Feature
- A 10 book adventure series
- Includes a QR code to the free audiobook
- Introducers readers to Ancient Greece and the Greek gods
- Entertaining illustrations to encourage reluctant readers
Official recommendation
Featured in Tutorful”s The 100 Best Children’s Books of 2018 (https://tutorful.co.uk/blog/the-90-best-children-s-books-of-2017)
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