A Villain's Night Out
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7
No. of pages 144
Published: 1999
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"A Villain's Night Out" by Harry Horse follows the mischievous adventures of a villain who, tired of the mundane routine of evil schemes, decides to take a night off. He embarks on a quest for fun and excitement, venturing into the unexpected and encountering quirky characters along the way. As he navigates a world that often misunderstands him, he begins to question what it truly means to be a villain. The story blends humor, charm, and a touch of introspection, revealing that even those with a dark reputation can discover the joys of friendship and adventure when they step outside their comfort zone. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
There are 144 pages in this book. This book was published in 1999 by Penguin Group (NZ) .
Harry Horse was born in Coventry. He wrote and illustrated several children's books - including THE OGOPOGO, which won the Scottish Arts Council Writers' Award. He was well-known as a political cartoonist and produced cartoons for the New Yorker , The Guardian , Scotland on Sunday and The Scotsman . Harry died in 2007. Authors featuring on this anthology include Margaret Mahy, Allan Ahlberg, Dick King-Smith, Adele Geras, Michael Rosen, Linda Allen and Vivian French
This book has been nominated for the following award:
New Zealand Children's Book Award - Fiction - Junior
This book was recognised in the Fiction - Junior category by the New Zealand Children's Book Award.