Mr Scribbley
A Day in the Garden
by Y. J. Toner
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Pub Date Jul 15 2024 | Archive Date Aug 14 2024
Troubador | Troubador Publishing
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Description
Scribbley House garden was looking very ordinary. In fact, a little dull. Time for a spot of magic gardening. Mr Scribbley rummages away in Scribbley Shed and found the perfect thing to add a bit of silly sunshine. He sets to work with Sat Nav and Worm and soon has the garden looking ship-shape - but not for long!
Within a few days things soon begin to GROW out of hand! How are they going to SNIP their way out of this one?! Just a normal wibble wobble day in the land of Squiggle Doodle!
A Note From the Publisher
She is also the author of the Bogus Business Unlimited series, published under the name Yvonne Toner. There are currently three titles in the Bogus series: Bogus Business Unlimited (2020), Bogus Business Unlimited: Eggy Mess (2021) and Bogus Business Unlimited: Operation Broomstick (2024).
Advance Praise
Amazon praise for Bogus Business Unlimited (2020):
"AMAZING! A funny and great fantasy book... the next David Williams. I can't wait for the second book! #underratedauthor"
"A really entertaining read. The author creates a funny and magical world, and it's a very engaging story as we follow the crazy characters travelling along the rainbow on their adventures!"
Amazon praise for Bogus Business Unlimited: Eggy Mess (2021):
"From start to finish this book was full of cheeky humour with some slapstick thrown in for good measure. A wonderfully funny second book from Yvonne Toner."
"Brilliant book. Very well written. Full of fun and adventure! My daughter thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish. We shall be keeping an eye out for more books written by this author. Highly recommend!"
Amazon praise for Bogus Business Unlimited: Operation Broomstick (2024):
"A must-read for anyone craving a whimsical escape from the ordinary. With Toner at the helm, prepare to embark on a journey unlike any other."
"All 3 of my girls found this hilarious and enjoyed finding out what the characters have been up to. Can’t fault this kids series. It’s funny, quirky with a great vocabulary for all ages."
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781805148883 |
| PRICE | £2.99 (GBP) |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Barbara S, Educator
Book Title: Mr. Scribbley: A Day in the Garden
Series: Mr. Scribbley: A Wibble Wobble World of Adventure Book 1
Author: Y. J. Toner
Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd.
Genre: Children’s Fiction
Pub Date: July 15, 2024
My Rating: 4. 3 Stars
Planting a garden on a normal wibble wobble day in the land of Squiggle Doodle!
Story starts when Mr. Scribbley decides his garden is not looking great and needs some work. With the help of Sat Nav and Worm they set out with Mr. Scribbley’s gardening tools – spade, rake watering. They are delighted that they soon have the garden looking good. They have flower bulbs, seeds and a tub of ‘Magic Grow’
However, days after all their hard work nothing is growing – they are sure there was no magic in the Magic Grow.
Then nearly a week after planning the garden they are surprised that it is now wild with well . . . .not what they expected.
It appears the seed were ‘Silly Seeds’!!
I am not going to tell you what developed from the seeds as I am sure you have a youngster in your life who would love for you to read this to them.
The story comes with great illustrations.
I read [book: Bogus Business Unlimited] by author, Yvonne Toner and thought it was so much fun- so here I am again!
I read a lot of thrillers and sometimes it is fun to escape into the world of children’s magic. As a grandma as well as I guidance counselor I enjoying reading a children’s story I can recommend.
I want to thank NetGalley and Troubador Publishing Ltd. for granting me this eGalley.
Publishing Release Date - July 15, 2024.
Nadine G, Reviewer
"Mr Scribbley: A Day in the Garden" by Y. J. Toner is a delightful children's book that takes readers on a whimsical adventure in the land of Squiggle Doodle. The story begins with the ordinary and somewhat dull Scribbley House garden, which soon becomes the center of a magical transformation.
Mr. Scribbley, our charming protagonist, decides it's time to bring a little magic into the garden. With the help of some unusual companions - Sat Nav and Worm - he dives into the Scribbley Shed to find just the right ingredients for his magical gardening project. The garden quickly transforms from drab to fab, but things don't stay ship-shape for long. Within a few days, the garden begins to grow out of control, leading to a hilariously chaotic situation.
Toner's writing is playful and engaging, making it a perfect read for young children. The story is filled with silly surprises and imaginative scenarios that are sure to captivate young minds. The vivid descriptions of the garden's transformation and the ensuing chaos are both funny and charming, making it easy for readers to visualize the wibble wobble world of Squiggle Doodle.
The characters, especially Mr. Scribbley, are endearing and quirky, adding to the overall charm of the book. The interaction between Mr. Scribbley, Sat Nav, and Worm provides plenty of laughs and highlights the importance of teamwork and creativity.
Overall, "Mr Scribbley: A Day in the Garden" is a delightful and entertaining read that will leave children giggling and eager for more adventures in Squiggle Doodle. Y. J. Toner has created a magical world that young readers will love to explore, filled with silly sunshine and unexpected twists.
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