Fabulous Creatures: Legendary Animals from Around the World

Fabulous Creatures: Legendary Animals from Around the World - Hardcover

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Fabulous Creatures: Legendary Animals from Around the World - Hardcover

Fabulous Creatures: Legendary Animals from Around the World - Hardcover

by Cornelia Funke
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Book Overview

by Cornelia Funke (Author), Anna Schmitt Funke (Translator), Ruby Warnecke (Illustrator)

From beloved, bestselling author Cornelia Funke comes a bright and bold introduction to the world's extraordinary creatures--perfect for the youngest readers.

"Cornelia Funke . . . is a warm, knowledgeable guide to the world of magical animals [. . .] Colorful illustrations by Ruby Warnecke will heighten young readers' appreciation for these engrossing creatures of legend." -Katie Daniels, The Wall Street Journal

Also available in Spanish: Seres fabulosos.

Dragons, unicorns, and thunderbirds are only a few of the fabulous creatures young children will meet in this book!

In this bright and bold introduction to fantastical and magical animals from around the globe, bestselling and celebrated fantasy author Cornelia Funke and illustrator Ruby Warnecke invite children into the fabulous world of myth and legend.

Author Biography

Cornelia Funke is one of the most internationally successful and renowned German children's and YA authors. She has received many awards for her books, including the prestigious German Children's Literature Award in 2020 for her complete works.

Anna Schmitt Funke began her career as an art conservator. Now, however, her love of books and publishing has caught up with her. As the daughter of Cornelia Funke, Anna often translates her mother's books from German into English, as well as doing additional editorial work. She lives in Berlin, Germany, with her husband, daughter, and two cats.

Ruby Warnecke lives with her family in Hamburg, Germany, where she also completed her Masters in Illustration. During her studies, Ruby spent a year abroad in Baltimore and discovered the joy of creating art for children. Ruby is part of Cornelia Funke's Artists in Residence program.
Number of Pages: 48
Dimensions: 0.39 x 11.1 x 9.37 IN
Publication Date: March 31, 2026
ISBN9780735845916
Author Cornelia Funke
PublisherNorthsouth Books
GenreChildren
FormatHardcover
PublishedMarch 2026
LanguageENG- English
Pages48
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceKids
Print SizeStandard Print

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