Owly & Wormy, Bright Lights and Starry Nights

by Runton, Andy; Runton, Andy

• ISBN13: 9781416957751
• ISBN10: 1416957758
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2012-11-13
• Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers

Summary

Out on a stargazing venture in this wordless picture book, Owly and Wormy discover that it's fine to be frightenedbut it's better to be brave. Owly and Wormy want to see the stars! So they gather their telescope and their lantern and head out into the dark night, all the way to the edge of their branch. Try as they might, though, they can only see leaves…and branches…and more leaves. But these two friends are not about to let a little obstacle like foliagestop them. Armed with camping gear, galoshesand their wits, of course!Owly and Wormy set out once again. And this time there are even bigger challenges to face. What's that screeesound? What's that click click clickingnoise? And what has happened to their telescope?! Owly and Wormy find plenty to be frightened of, but with a little bravery, they also find there are nearly as many helpful new friends on the horizon as there are stars in the sky. This wordless picture book conveys a nuanced narrative with charming illustrations that will appeal to even the earliest readers.

Author Biography

Andy Runton has always loved to draw. After college, he began a career in corporate America, but left when he decided to follow his heart (and love of comic books). He hasn’t looked back. Andy’s artwork portrays his affection for wildlife, especially little birds. He says he is happiest when he’s outside under a big Georgia sky. He lives in the greater-Atlanta area where he works full-time on Owly comics, books, and graphic novels. Visit him online at AndyRunton.com.