The Ickabog is coming... A mythical monster a kingdom in peril an adventure that will test
two children's bravery to the limit. Discover a brilliantly original fairy tale about the power
of hope and friendship to triumph against all odds from one of the world's best storytellers.
The kingdom of Cornucopia was once the happiest in the world. It had plenty of gold a king
with the finest moustaches you could possibly imagine and butchers bakers and cheesemongers
whose exquisite foods made a person dance with delight when they ate them. Everything was
perfect - except for the misty Marshlands to the north which according to legend were home to
the monstrous Ickabog. Anyone sensible knew that the Ickabog was just a myth to scare children
into behaving. But the funny thing about myths is that sometimes they take on a life of their
own. Could a myth unseat a beloved king? Could a myth bring a once happy country to its knees?
Could a myth thrust two children into an adventure they didn't ask for and never expected? If
you're feeling brave step into the pages of this book to find out... A beautiful hardback
edition perfect for sharing and gift-giving. Brought to life with full-colour illustrations by
the young winners of The Ickabog Illustration Competition.
