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Mind boggling puzzles, optical illusions and layer after layer of fascinating detail draws the reader into a visual vortex that rivals any handheld game console — and not a single moving part!

Other books mentioned:

• The Rich Man and the Parrot
• Monkey Business
• The Sound of Colors

HOTLINE VOICES: Elsa recounts several of her childhood favourites including the lesser known Spurs For Suzanna (by Betty Cavanna) and tells us why her selections are so important to her.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on a favourite children’s book. Leave us a voice message on our JOMB listener hotline, +1-206-350-6487.

On this edition of Just One More Book, author Valerie Coulman speaks with Mark about the closing of all of the libraries in her community, and on a happier note, her book When Pigs Fly and how she develops her story ideas.

This interview was recorded on April 27, 2007 and when we checked with Ms. Coulman on July 15 (the day before this interview was published) she informed us that her community has voted to keep the libraries closed.

Books mentioned:

• When Pigs Fly (on JOMB)
• Monkey Business (on JOMB)

Participate in the conversation by leaving a comment on this interview, or send an email to justonemorebook@gmail.com.

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This episode of Just One More Book! is part of our showcase coverage of the International Reading Association’s 52nd annual conference

Mark speaks with author and illustrator Wallace Edwards about playing with language and art to inspire children to think differently.

Books mentioned:

• Monkey Business
• Alphabeasts

Participate in the conversation by leaving a comment on this interview, or send an email to justonemorebook@gmail.com.

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Ever wonder what pops into puzzled little minds when you throw them a new expression? This clever book, cluttered with texture, humour and eccentricity, may have your answer.

You can find a thorough and informative analysis of this book here.

Mark will be covering the International Reading Association’s 52nd Annual Conference “Literacy without boundaries”, May 13-17, 2007 in Toronto. If you’ll be there and are interested being included in the JOMB coverage of the event, please contact us at justOneMoreBook@gmail.com to set up an interview.