"People stop thinking when they cease to read." When a young boy enters a library wearing an explosive vest hidden underneath his lovely new red jacket, he only has one plan on his mind. But as he observes those around him becoming completely captivated by all of the wonderful books they are reading-books he has no ability to read-the boy can't help but question his reasoning for being there. With Dave McKean's unique mixed-media illustrations, bestselling author Jack Gantos brings to life the story of a young suicide bomber, his unquestionable duty to his beliefs, and the unexpected power of books to change lives.
Author Biography
Jack Gantos is an award-winning author of over fifty books for children. He was a professor at Emerson College where he developed the Masters Degree Program in Children's Literature, Writing and Publishing. His works have received a Newbery Award, Scott O'Dell Award, Newbery Honor, Printz Honor, Sibert Honor, and National Book Award Finalist Honor. He lives in Boston, Massachusetts.
Dave McKean is an award winning, #1 bestselling illustrator, comic book artist, and filmmaker. Some of his books include Sandman, The Graveyard Book, and Coraline, written by his frequent collaborator Neil Gaiman. He lives in England's Kent Countryside.
