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Thunder From The Sea: Adventure On Board The HMS Defender


"This [book] will lure in young readers with exciting seafaring adventure (and conflict) and fascinating factual tidbits. It offers a well-rounded, if brief, picture of the period. The illustrations, maps, and diagrams are chock-full of details. A rich reading and visual experience."aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaa—School Library Journal

"The realistic illustrations and complex characters make for an exciting story. The plot twists will keep readers guessing until the last page."aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa—Junior Library Guild Monthly

Written and illustrated by Jeff Weigel • Published by G.P. Putman's Sons
This exciting graphic novel for kids follows the adventures of Jack Hoyton, a twelve-year-old orphan who finds himself thrown into the world-altering events of the Napoleonic War. Join Jack as he and his mates aboard the British frigate, The Defender, struggle to save England from Napoleon's invasion forces. There's adventure, espionage—and history—to be found in this swashbuckling tale of action on the high seas! See a sneak preview...

Jeff Weigel is an author, illustrator and designer of children's books, graphic novels and comics. Here at jeffweigel.com you can find out about Jeff's books, see samples and previews of his work, and get the latest scoop on what Jeff is up to
at the moment.
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Come see Jeff at the
Kirkwood Public Library!
Wednesday, July 28,
11:00 am-Noon
140 E. Jefferson,
Kirkwood, MO (St. Louis)

Join Jeff as he talks to a group of young aspiring writers. He'll be discussing how he creates his books—from inital concepts and manuscript through sketches and final art. If you'd like more info you can contact Lynn Bosso at the Kirkwood Public Library by calling 314-821-5770, ext. 1011.........................................................

On The New York Times Paperback Non-fiction
Bestsellers List for five weeks!

By Michael P. Spradlin,
with illustrations by Jeff Weigel