When he wakes up one day to discover that his dream has burnt his bedclothes he begins a journey where the nature of the dreams will reveal themselves in the most dramatic way. Like his varjak paw novels, it is illustrated by dave mckean. From the author of bestselling vajak paw, sf saids phoenix is a mindbending quest across the galaxy that any science fiction fan will love. It has great worldbuilding, sparkling characters, a thrilling and clever plot and. Links are ideas only please check for class suitability. Dave mckean lucky thinks hes an ordinary human boy.
The sequel, the outlaw varjak paw, won the bbc blue peter book of the year. Its so amazing that you just cant stop reading and cant put the book away. Saids new middlegrade sciencefiction novel phoenix excels in this area, combining fascinating landscapes, characters, and science. Sf said is an awardwinning british muslim childrens writer. S f said is a british muslim childrens author, originally from the middle east. The book arrived very promptly and well packaged and i got stuck straight in. About the author sf said was born in beirut, lebanon, in may 1967. Said writes sparingly, with just enough description to make your imagination work overtime. Edited by volunteers from the san francisco chapter of the democratic socialists of. Dazzlingly illustrated by dave mckean, phoenix is neither dystopian nor. Sitting at the intersection of the tenderloin, civic center and little saigon districts, the phoenix is an oasis amid the grit of downtown san francisco. Phoenix books locations are open daily for phone calls, orders, web orders, and front door pickups.
Phoenix is a cracker of a book, as moontrug knew it would be after meeting the author, sf said, back in october, but when the book started topping best of 20 childrens book charts e. The sequel,the outlaw varjak paw, won the bbc blue peter book of the year. Sfs next book phoenix, like varjak illustrated by dave mckean, is the uks ibby honour book for 201416, was nominated for both the carnegie and greenaway medals, and was shortlisted for the guardian childrens fiction award in 2014. He wrote his first novel, varjak paw 2003, while working as a speechwriter for the crown prince of jordan, and then as an arts journalist and film programmer. You might also enjoy a confusion of princes by garth nix or the battle of the sun by jeanette winterson. Because, like this book, you are certainly a lot more than just normal. Illustrated throughout by dave mckean, this is a book not to be missed. Jan pienkowski booktrust lifetime achievement award.
The phoenix hotel a tenderloin cultural icon and longtime favorite of the rock nroll set. Phoenix 20 is a longer novel written for older children. F saids third novel for children takes its inspiration from the stars. First look at phoenix, written by sf said and illustrated by sandmans dave mckean. Story time just got better with prime book box, a subscription that delivers editorially handpicked childrens. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream. His family was originally from the middle eastlike his character varjak, sf has mesopotamian ancestorsbut he has lived in london since the age of 2. Phoenix by sf said book trailer created by dave mckean from the author of bestselling vajak paw, sf saids phoenix is a mindbending quest across the galaxy that will be loved by all readers aged 9 and up. A new socialist publication for san francisco and beyond. His first book, varjak paw, is about a mesopotamian blue cat who dreams of becoming a great warrior. Also like varjak, it has been optioned for screen dramatisation.
Review phoenix by sf said lucky is a boy who keeps having dreams that he cant control. Illustrated throughout by dave mckean, this is a book. Said was born in lebanon in 1967, but has lived in london since he was 2 years old. He was born in lebanon in 1967, but has lived in london since he was two years old. Phoenix comes highly recommended for all younger fans of scifi, a riproaring plot and who love a reluctant hero who never stops trying. Find out more about sf and phoenix right here, right now. Said born 1967 is a british childrens writer said was born in beirut in 1967 and spent his first years in jordan. Phoenix by said sf 038561814x the fast for sale online ebay. Its very adventurous and i have recommended it to all my friends and family. Sf saids first book, varjak paw, won the nestle smarties prize for childrens literature. A wellcrafted science fiction novel, said takes the reader on an identity quest while packing in action and adventure. The cat in the hat was an early favourite, as was watership down. His novels combine action and adventure with themes of identity, difference and belonging. Sf saids third novel for children takes its inspiration from the stars.
Hey sf said, your book phoenix is amazing and it makes you just keep reading. Varjak paw won the award for the nestle smarties book award. He grew up in the iraqi diasporic community in london, moving there with his mother at the age of two. Dave mckeans phoenix book trailer scifinow the world. Dazzlingly illustrated by dave mckean, phoenix is neither dystopian nor speculative science fiction. His third book, phoenix, is about a human boy and an alien girl who must save a. It won the smarties prize for childrens literature, has. Sf saids new book phoenix is published in august by david fickling books.
But one night, he dreams that the stars are singing and wakes to find an uncontrollable power rising inside him. More legend than hip hotel, it is a second home to generations of traveling bands, a stones throw from the bill graham civic auditorium, the great american music hall and other iconic live. Dining and drinks indoors or on the poolside patio and. I was hugely honoured to be one of the judges for the booktrust lifetime achievement award.
Sf said is one of britains best young writers and has judged the whitbread childrens book award. The store is located in a classic san francisco victorian building and includes a fullsize basement and the use of a large backyard. Sf said author sf saids first book, varjak paw, won the nestle smarties prize for childrens literature. Sf saids space epic phoenix is the second book under the spotlight in the guardian childrens fiction prize series. Please fill out the rafflecopter below to win phoenix. Said has written a variety of childrens books including the following. Dave mckean is a worldrenowned artist, designer, and film director who has illustrated several books for children, including coraline by neil gaiman, the savage by david almond, and varjak paw by sf said. A red onestory building, with a sign reading hotel restaurant the spot where locals and visitors come together at the phoenix. As you ponder yet another armageddon, the story unfolds without pity, just as childhood deals with the realities of otherness, abandonment, love, violence, and power. The sequel the outlaw varjak paw won the bbcs blue peter book of the year. Phoenix by sf said book trailer created by dave mckean. Phoenix books has four experienced, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic employees.