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There's an Awful Lot of Weirdos in Our Neighbourhood

By Colin McNaughton

Meet the eccentric neighbours whose mischievous antics turn ordinary days into wonderfully wacky surprises.

humorous · whimsical · playful · eccentric

Genres

Humour Poetry/Verse

What is There's an Awful Lot of Weirdos in Our Neighbourhood about?

This lively collection features a series of humorous poems about eccentric characters, each brought to life with playful language and whimsical illustrations. From mischievous antics to laugh-out-loud scenarios, these verses offer a delightful exploration of the quirky individuals that might just live next door.

About the author

Colin McNaughton is a much-loved British author and illustrator of funny children's books. He is best known for his hilarious 'Preston Pig' stories, where Preston always finds clever ways to escape Mr Wolf. Colin's lively pictures and playful tales have made reading lots of fun for children all around the world.

Pages

93 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

1989

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