The Story Machine
By Tom McLaughlin
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Synopsis
Elliott, a curious boy, discovers a mysterious machine that doesn't beep or buzz like his other gadgets. Accidentally, he activates it and realises it produces letters. Dubbed the 'story machine', Elliott faces a challenge: he's not confident with words. However, he notices the letters form pictures, and since he's skilled at drawing, he begins crafting stories through illustrations. This heartwarming tale celebrates creativity and the joy of storytelling in a digital age.
About the author
Tom McLaughlin is a talented author and illustrator from the UK. He is best known for writing and illustrating funny books like 'The Accidental Prime Minister' and 'The Accidental Secret Agent'. Tom loves making children laugh with his stories and pictures, and he hopes to inspire young readers to use their imagination every day.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
Published
2015
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