Kate DiCamillo Livres

Par une froide nuit d'hiver, un singe apparut en bas de chez Clara. Il portait une veste verte et un chapeau rouge. A ses côtés, un homme jouait de l'orgue de Barbarie pour les passants. Sa musique était douce et mélancolique. Clara les observait et se demandait où ils allaient une fois la nuit tombée. Ne pourrait-elle pas inviter l'homme et le singe à dîner à la maison ? Elle aurait aimé faire quelque chose pour que les yeux du musicien soient moins tristes...

The boxed set features the complete Bink & Gollie series, showcasing the delightful adventures of two best friends. Their charming escapades highlight themes of friendship, imagination, and the joys of childhood. Each story is filled with humor and heart, making it a perfect collection for young readers. The set is designed to provide hours of entertainment and engagement, celebrating the unique bond between the quirky duo.

“This Deckawoo Drive adventure is sure to inspire anyone taking his or her own tentative steps toward independence.” — Booklist (starred review) Baby Lincoln’s older sister, Eugenia, is very fond of telling Baby what to do, and Baby usually responds by saying “Yes, Sister.” But one day Baby has had enough. She decides to depart on a Necessary Journey, even though she has never gone anywhere without Eugenia telling her what to take and where to go. Who might Baby meet as she strikes out on her own, and what could she discover about herself? Will her impulsive adventure take her away from Eugenia for good?

After Mercy Watson follows the delightful scent and delicious taste of the pansies her thoughtful neighbors plant to beautify their yard, animal control officer Francine Poulet is called out to handle the case, which brings unexpected results

The disappearance of a beloved pig named Mercy Watson sends the residents of Deckawoo Drive into a frenzy. As the neighborhood sleuths embark on a mission to find her, they follow a trail of hoofprints and an irresistible scent. Their adventure is filled with clever detective work and community spirit, showcasing the charm and humor of the neighborhood. Will they be able to bring back their porcine wonder?

The Incredible Journey meets The Mouse and His Child, an enchanting tale that begs to be read aloud.

The story follows Orris, a solitary rat who treasures his quiet life in an old barn until a trapped owl disrupts his peace. Faced with the dilemma of helping his natural enemy, Orris must decide whether to heed the advice of a kingly sardine can and make a noble choice. This tale, infused with humor and tenderness, explores themes of unlikely friendship, the importance of storytelling, and the moral complexities of doing the right thing, as crafted by two-time Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo.

"Another rollicking addition starring the porcine wonder. . . . Will keep newly independent readers turning the pages. — School Library Journal (starred review) Leroy Ninker is a small man with a big dream: he wants to be a cowboy, but for now he's just a thief. In fact, Leroy is robbing the Watsons' kitchen right this minute! As he drags the toaster across the counter — screeeeeech — and drops it into his bag — clannngggg — little does he know that a certain large pig who loves toast with a great deal of butter is stirring from sleep. Even less could he guess that comedy of errors (not to mention the buttery sweets in his pocket) will soon lead this little man on the wild and raucous rodeo ride he's always dreamed of! Nosy neighbors, astonished firemen, a puzzled policeman, and the ever-doting Watsons return for a tongue-in-snout adventure about Kate DiCamillo's delightfully single-minded pig.

"Youngsters are sure to delight in the exploits of this butter-loving pig, savoring the ‘wonky in the extreme’ text and energetic, innocent art." —School Library Journal Some may find it wonky to take a pig to the drive-in. But not the Watsons, who think the movie’s title, When Pigs Fly, is inspirational. And not their beloved Mercy, who is inspired by the scent of real butter from the theater’s Bottomless Buckets of popcorn. As they pull up in their convertible, Mercy lifts up her snout and becomes a pig on a mission, leading a delirious chase that’s trailed by hapless rescuers reunited from Mercy’s earlier adventures.

Wilbur, the pig, is desolate when he discovers he is destined to be the farmer's Christmas dinner, until his spider friend, Charlotte, comes up with a plan to save him. (Newbery Honor 1953).

The story explores the evolving friendship between Orris the rat and Timble the owl, highlighting themes of trust and connection. As Timble grows up and begins to miss their nightly visits, Orris fears their bond may be fading. The narrative delves into the emotions tied to friendship and the importance of communication, suggesting that both characters have stories to share. Beautifully illustrated, this second installment in a planned trilogy captures the essence of companionship and the challenges it faces.

The collection features three delightful tales set in Deckawoo Drive, showcasing the humor and heart that Kate DiCamillo is known for. Cynical Eugenia Lincoln explores her emotions, while Stella Endicott and her classmate Horace Broom learn about the power of possibility. Additionally, Franklin Endicott confronts his worries, finding courage amidst uncertainty. Each story highlights the characters' growth and the whimsical charm of their adventures.

The New York Times best-selling porcine wonder finds herself behind the wheel in this hilarious adventure available in paperback. Mr. and Mrs. Watson's porcine wonder, Mercy, loves nothing more than a ride in the car. It takes a fair amount of nudging and bribing and a "You are such a good sport, darling" to get the portly pig out of the driver's seat, but once the convertible is on the road, Mercy loves the feel of the wind tickling her ears and the sun on her snout. One day the Watsons' motoring ritual takes an unexpected turn, however, when their elderly neighbor Baby Lincoln pops up in the backseat in hopes of some "folly and adventure" — and in the chaos that ensues, an exuberant Mercy ends up behind the wheel! Soon there's a policeman on her tail, a struggle for the brake, and a blissfully airborne Mercy. Of course, it's nothing that an extra helping of buttered toast can't fix!

Set in the enchanting land of Norendy, the story follows young Marta as she explores the Hotel Balzaar while her mother works. With a longing for her missing soldier father, she discovers magic in the tales spun by a mysterious countess who arrives with a parrot. As the countess promises seven stories, Marta begins to unravel the connection between these narratives and her father's mysterious absence, blending themes of longing, discovery, and the power of storytelling in a whimsical setting.

“Louisiana, with her quick, insightful takes on everyone she meets, grabbed readers’ hearts in Raymie Nightingale, and in this book she isn’t about to let go.” — The New York Times Book Review When Louisiana Elefante’s granny wakes her up in the middle of the night to tell her that the day of reckoning has arrived and they have to leave home immediately, Louisiana isn’t overly worried. After all, Granny has many middle-of-the-night ideas. But this time, things are different. This time, Granny intends for them never to return. Separated from her best friends, Raymie and Beverly, Louisiana struggles to oppose the winds of fate (and Granny) and find a way home. But as Louisiana’s life becomes entwined with the lives of the people of a small Georgia town — including a surly motel owner, a walrus-like minister, and a mysterious boy with a crow on his shoulder — she starts to worry that she is destined only for goodbyes. Called “one of DiCamillo’s most singular and arresting creations” by the New York Times Book Review, the heartbreakingly irresistible Louisiana Elefante was introduced to readers in Raymie Nightingale. Now, with humor and tenderness, Kate DiCamillo returns to tell her story.

A #1 New York Times bestseller from two-time Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo and two-time Caldecott Medalist Sophie Blackall, this enchanting tale explores fate, love, and the transformative power of words. In a time of war, a mysterious girl named Beatryce is discovered by Gentle Brother Edik at a monastery, feverish and clinging to a goat named Answelica. As Edik cares for her, he learns of her perilous secret: the king is searching for her, and Edik knows the prophecy he wrote that ties them together. Beatryce, filled with stories of queens, mermaids, and wolves, embarks on a journey into a dark wood to confront the castle of someone who wishes her harm. Yet, she is not alone; those who care for her—a devoted monk, a former king, a brave boy wielding a sword, and a determined goat—will tirelessly seek her out. This knowledge gives her strength and purpose. With timeless themes, a memorable cast, and a magical medieval backdrop, DiCamillo’s lyrical narrative, complemented by Blackall’s evocative illustrations, creates a captivating collaboration between two literary masters.

La petite Fern passe l'été chez son oncle Homère. Dans la grange, les animaux parlent librement devant elle. Elle entend la brebis dire à Wilbur le cochon, que les hommes l'engraissent pour le manger. Il en est bouleversé. Charlotte l'araignée le console puis conçoit un plan pour le sauver. Tous les animaux sont mis à contribution, même Templeton le rat, qui ne fait jamais rien sans contrepartie ...

A whimsical school day unfolds in a charming tale that begins with an ode to a beloved pig. Set in the vibrant community of Deckawoo Drive, the story captures the delightful chaos and humor of school life, showcasing DiCamillo's signature storytelling style. Through engaging characters and imaginative scenarios, readers are invited to experience the ups and downs of a day filled with unexpected adventures and heartfelt moments.

Franklin Endicott's anxious nature is put to the test when he visits a thrift shop with Eugenia Lincoln, leading him to uncover an intriguing mystery. As he navigates his worries, he must confront unexpected challenges and unravel the secrets hidden within the shop, making for an engaging adventure filled with suspense and curiosity.

If you're looking for two marvellous companions, who will make you hug the page with delight, look no further than Bink and Gollie!

"Halloween was made for carefree Mercy Watson." — School Library Journal When the Watsons decide to zip their porcine wonder into a formfitting princess dress for Halloween — complete with tiara — they are certain that Mercy will be beautiful beyond compare. Mercy is equally certain she likes the sound of trick-or-treating and can picture piles of buttered toast already. As for the Lincoln Sisters next door, how could they know that their cat would lead them all on a Halloween "parade" of hysterical proportions? Kate DiCamillo’s beguiling pig is back in a tale full of treats, tricky turns, hijinks, and high humor.

In her seventh novel, international bestselling author and twice winner of the prestigious Newbery Medal Kate DiCamillo tells a masterful story that blends pathos and humour. Raymie Clarke has come to realize that everything, absolutely everything, depends on her. And she has a plan. If Raymie can win the Little Miss Central Florida Tire competition, then her father - who has run away with a dental hygienist - will see Raymie's picture in the paper and (maybe) come home. To win, not only does Raymie have to do good deeds and learn how to twirl a baton, but she has to compete with the wispy, frequently fainting Louisiana Elefante with her show-business background and the fiery, stubborn Beverly Tapinski, who's determined to sabotage the contest. But as the competition approaches, loneliness, loss and unanswerable questions draw the three girls into an unlikely friendship - and challenge them to come to each other's rescue in unexpected ways

The narrative centers on three distinct characters: Despereaux Tilling, a music-loving mouse enchanted by Princess Pea; Roscuro, a rat yearning for the light; and Miggery Sow, a simple serving girl with an impossible dream. Their intertwined journeys take them from a dark dungeon to a sparkling castle, leading to unexpected connections and adventures. Themes of love, light, and destiny weave through their stories, inviting readers to discover the outcomes of their fateful encounters.

Once, there was a king. And a wolf. And a girl with a shepherd's crook. And a boy with a bow and arrow. And also, there was an owl. They were puppets, and they were waiting for a story to begin.

Two roller-skating best friends--one tiny, one tall--share three comical adventures involving outrageously bright socks, an impromptu trek to the Andes, and a most unlikely marvelous companion

The first adventure of this New York Times best-selling porcine wonder is available in paperback. To Mr. and Mrs. Watson, Mercy is not just a pig — she's a porcine wonder. And to the portly and good-natured Mercy, the Watsons are an excellent source of buttered toast, not to mention that buttery-toasty feeling she gets when she snuggles into bed with them. This is not, however, so good for the Watsons' bed. BOOM! CRACK! As the bed and its occupants slowly sink through the floor, Mercy escapes in a flash – "to alert the fire department," her owners assure themselves. But could Mercy possibly have another emergency in mind — like a sudden craving for their neighbors' sugar cookies? Welcome to the wry and endearing world of Mercy Watson — an ebullient character for early chapter-book readers in a series that's destined to be a classic.

When Stella gets the sudden idea to go caroling, she has a little trouble getting someone to join her. Her brother, Frank, is not good at spontaneity. The Watsons are very involved in a precarious fruitcake attempt (but happy to send their pig, Mercy, out for the occasion). Eugenia Lincoln declines, a bit rudely, to accompany on her accordion, and Horace Broom is too busy studying planetary movement. Will Stella need to sing by herself with enthusiastic contributions from the pig, the cat, and the horse she picks up on the way? Or does the evening hold a miracle Stella hadn't expected?

The masterful Kate DiCamillo has outdone herself with a hilarious and achingly real love story about a girl, a ghost, a grandmother and growing up.It's the summer before fifth grade, and for Ferris Wilkey, it is a summer of sheer pandemonium. Her little sister, Pinky, has vowed to become an outlaw. Uncle Ted has left Aunt Shirley and, to Ferris's mother's chagrin, is holed up in the Wilkey basement to paint a history of the world. And Charisse, Ferris's grandmother, has started seeing a ghost in the doorway to her room - which seems like an alarming omen given that she is feeling unwell. But the ghost is not there to usher Charisse to the Great Beyond. Rather, she has other plans - wild, impractical, illuminating plans. How can Ferris satisfy a spectre with Pinky terrorizing the town, Uncle Ted sending Ferris to spy on her aunt, and her father battling an invasion of raccoons?As Charisse likes to say, Every good story is a love story, and Kate DiCamillo has written one for the ages: emotionally resonant and healing, showing the twice Newbery Medallist at her most playful, universal and profound.

Beverly Tapinski has run away from home plenty of times, but that was when she was just a kid. Now that she's fourteen years old, she figures it's not running away. It's leaving. Determined to make it on her own, Beverly finds a job and a place to live and tries to forget about her dog, Buddy, now buried underneath the orange trees back home; her friend Raymie, whom she left without a word; and her mum, Rhonda, who has never cared about anyone but herself. Beverly doesn't want to depend on anyone, and she definitely doesn't want anyone to depend on her. But despite her best efforts, she can't help forming connections with the people around her -- and gradually, she learns to see herself through their eyes.

The summer Opal and her father, the preacher, move to Naomi, Florida, Opal goes into the Winn-Dixie supermarket--and comes out with a dog. A big, ugly, suffering dog with a sterling sense of humor. A dog she dubs Winn-Dixie. Because of Winn-Dixie, the preacher tells Opal ten things about her absent mother, one for each year Opal has been alive. Winn-Dixie is better at making friends than anyone Opal has ever known, and together they meet the local librarian, Miss Franny Block, who once fought off a bear with a copy of WAR AND PEACE. They meet Gloria Dump, who is nearly blind but sees with her heart, and Otis, an ex-con who sets the animals in his pet shop loose after hours, then lulls them with his guitar.Opal spends all that sweet summer collecting stories about her new friends and thinking about her mother. But because of Winn-Dixie or perhaps because she has grown, Opal learns to let go, just a little, and that friendship-and forgiveness-can sneak up on you like a sudden summer storm.

The adventures of Desperaux Tilling, a small mouse of unusual talents, the princess that he loves, the servant girl who longs to be a princess, and a devious rat determined to bring them all to ruin. Ages 9+. Winner of 2004 Newbery Medal.

A National Book Award finalist by Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo. Walking through the misty Florida woods one morning, twelve-year-old Rob Horton is stunned to encounter a tiger—a real-life, very large tiger—pacing back and forth in a cage. What’s more, on the same extraordinary day, he meets Sistine Bailey, a girl who shows her feelings as readily as Rob hides his. As they learn to trust each other, and ultimately, to be friends, Rob and Sistine prove that some things—like memories, and heartache, and tigers—can’t be locked up forever. Featuring a cover illustration by Stephen Walton.

Every porcine wonder was once a piglet! Celebrate the joy of a new arrival with this endearing picture-book prequel to the New York Times best-selling Mercy Watson series. Mr Watson and Mrs Watson live ordinary lives. Sometimes their lives feel a bit too ordinary. Sometimes they wish something different would happen. And one day it does, when someone unpredictable finds her way to their front door...In a delightful origin story for the star of the Mercy Watson series, a tiny piglet brings love (and chaos) to Deckawoo Drive - and the Watsons' lives will never be the same.

She longed for adventure.So she left her home and ventured out into the wide world.The pleasures and perils she met proved marauding pirates on the majestic seas, a ferocious lion under the bright lights of the big top, a mysterious stranger in an exotic and bustling bazaar.Yet in the face of such daunting danger, our heroine . . .She was brave.She was fearless.She was feathered.She was a chicken.A not-so-chicken chicken.Her name?

It begins, as the best superhero stories do, with a tragic accident that has unexpected consequences. The squirrel never saw it coming - the vacuum cleaner, that is. As for self-described cynic Flora Belle Buckman, she has read every issue of the comic book Terrible Things Can Happen to You! so she is just the right person to step in and save him. What neither can predict is that Ulysses (the squirrel) has been born anew, with powers of strength, flight and misspelled poetry. And Flora will be changed too as she discovers the possibility of hope and the promise of a capacious heart.

Kate DiCamillo conjures a haunting fable about trusting the unexpected and making the extraordinary come true.What if? Why not? Could it be?When a fortuneteller's tent appears in the market square of the city of Baltese, orphan Peter Augustus Duchene knows the questions that he needs to Does his sister still live? And if so, how can he find her? The fortuneteller's mysterious answer (an elephant! An elephant will lead him there!) sets off a chain of events so remarkable, so impossible, that you will hardly dare to believe it’s true. With atmospheric illustrations by fine artist Yoko Tanaka, here is a dreamlike and captivating tale that could only be narrated by Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo. In this timeless fable, she evokes the largest of themes — hope and belonging, desire and compassion — with the lightness of a magician’s touch.

Twins Joe and Nancy were raised in a circus but on their eleventh birthday they learn their parents are still alive and need their help, so they set out on an quest filled with many extraordinary beings and adventures. Consists of twenty-seven episodes by nineteen authors and pictures by five illustrators.

Gollie is quite sure she has royal blood in her veins, but can Bink survive her friend's queenly airs - specially if pancakes are not part of the deal? Bink wonders what it would be like to be as tall as her friend, but how far will she stretch her luck to find out? And when Bink and Gollie long to get their picture into a book of record-holders, where will they find the kudos they seek?

Kiedy Beverly była mała, marzyła o zostaniu włamywaczką. Teraz, mając czternaście lat, postanawia żyć na własnych zasadach. W ostatniej części cyklu o przygodach trzech przyjaciółek z małego amerykańskiego miasteczka, Beverly staje w obliczu pytania o swoją tożsamość. Kiedyś miała psa, a jej ojciec trzymał ją za rękę. Teraz, po stracie ukochanego pupila, decyduje się odejść z domu, nie chcąc już dłużej polegać na innych. Chce po prostu odnaleźć swoje miejsce w świecie. W nowym życiu odkrywa, że może spodziewać się wszystkiego – od apokaliptycznych komiksów po zaufanie do innych ludzi. Spotyka optymistyczną staruszkę z przyczepy kempingowej oraz nieśmiałego chłopaka z pracy, którzy stopniowo stają się dla niej ważni. Beverly, mimo początkowej obawy, zaczyna nawiązywać z nimi bliskie relacje. Czy ten przypadkowy przydrożny kemping stanie się jej nowym domem?

Příběh o myšákovi s náramně velkýma ušima, který miloval hudbu a princeznu, a také o krysákovi Rosvitovi, co žil v temnotě, ale horoucně toužil po světle, povídání o Drobince Sviňce, hloupoučké služebné s jednou utkvělou představou. Přečtete si, jak se jejich osudy budou proplétat v bludišti sklepení v podhradí i v nádheře hradních komnat. Důležitou roli má v příběhu i hradní kuchařka a polévka, kterou tajně uvařila, také dobré slovo, které nakonec krysáka odzbrojí. (dárková obrázková kniha podle animovaného filmu)

Lubicie Lunę Lovegood? Pokochacie Louisianę Elefante! Druga część cyklu o przygodach trzech przyjaciółek z niewielkiego amerykańskiego miasteczka. Obdarzona pięknym głosem i bujną wyobraźnią Louisiana powraca, aby opowiedzieć swoją historię - równie niezwykłą jak ona sama. Wszystko zaczęło się od mojego pradziadka, który był magikiem. Dawno, dawno temu ściągnął na siebie okrutną klątwę. Na razie nie musicie znać szczegółów. Wystarczy, żebyście wiedzieli, że klątwa istnieje i jest przekazywana z pokolenia na pokolenie. I jak już wspominałam, jest okrutna. A teraz dopadła również mnie. Dwunastoletnia Louisiana nieszczególnie się dziwi, kiedy babcia budzi ją w środku nocy i oświadcza, że muszą natychmiast opuścić dom. Babcia miewała już różne szalone pomysły, a mieszkanie z nią nigdy nie było nudne i przewidywalne. Ale tym razem chodzi o coś więcej. Tym razem mają wyjechać i nigdy nie wrócić. Louisianie wcale się to nie podoba. Co z jej przyjaciółkami - Raymie i Beverly? Co z kotem Archiem? Kiedy jednak lądują na poboczu gdzieś na końcu świata, a babcia traci siły i potrzebuje pomocy, to Louisiana musi wziąć sprawy (i kierownicę) w swoje ręce. Wkrótce zmierzy się także z własną przeszłością, zupełnie inną, niż dotąd sądziła. Szalona podróż w nieznane stanie się dla niej początkiem drogi do poznania siebie.

Wo Mercy Watson lebt, ist das Glück zu Hause! Für Mr und Mrs Watson ist Mercy nicht einfach ein Schwein: Für sie ist Mercy, die am liebsten gebutterten Toast frisst, ein echtes Schweinewunder! Mercy darf sogar mit ins Ehebett - bis es zusammenkracht, denn auch ein Wunderschwein ist einfach zu schwer. Am liebsten würde Mercy einmal selbst Autofahren. Ob es ihr gelingt, sich hinters Lenkrad zu klemmen? Und was die Polizei wohl dazu sagt? Ein entzückendes Kinderbuch der mehrfach ausgezeichneten Autorin Kate diCamillo, mit kurzen Kapitel, vielen knallbunten und frechen Bildern - ideal zum Vorlesen und ersten Selberlesen. "Ein knackfrisches Must-have' mit Spaßgarantie!„ (School Library Journal) “Mercy macht Kinderträume wahr!„ (booklist) “Mit diesem schwungvollen Debüt für jüngere Leser zeigt DiCamillo wieder, wie vielseitig sie ist. Voller Lebenslust und mit trockenem Humor!" (Publishers Weekly)

Mut zum Freundschaft schließen Rosi ist ein braver Hund, aber manchmal fühlt sie sich ein bisschen einsam und allein. Da hat ihr Herrchen Georg die Idee, mit ihr zur Hundewiese zu gehen. Doch die Hundewiese ist voller Hunde, die Rosi nicht kennt, und so fühlt sie sich dort noch einsamer. Als der riesige und laute Hund Moritz und die winzige flippige Fifi mit ihr spielen wollen, weiß Rosi nicht, wie sie reagieren soll. Denn sie weiß nicht, wie man Freundschaft schließt. Aber dann lernt sie es doch … Die preisgekrönte Kinderbuchautorin Kate DiCamillo und der New Yorker Illustrator Harry Bliss stellen drei Hunde vor, die das Herz aller großen und kleinen LeserInnen garantiert erwärmen werden.