{"title":"Curtis Manley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurtis Manley\u003c\/strong\u003e writes enchanting stories for children that capture the imagination with warmth and humour. His books often explore themes of friendship, adventure, and the special bonds between children and animals, inviting young readers into lovingly crafted worlds full of charm and gentle lessons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect delightful narratives like \u003cem\u003eGrace Builds an Almost-Perfect Dog\u003c\/em\u003e, where heartfelt moments blend with playful storytelling. Curtis Manley’s work is perfect for those seeking engaging and thoughtful children's literature that sparks curiosity and kindness.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"grace-builds-an-almost-perfect-dog-by-curtis-manley-9781250168238","title":"Grace Builds an Almost-Perfect Dog","description":"A girl builds and programs a robot dog in this heartwarming STEM-based picture book perfect for fans of THE MOST MAGNIFICENT THING.\n\nGrace can't have a real dog, so she takes matters into her own hands. She builds a robot dog named Kit!\n\nGrace codes him to behave like the perfect dog. Kit follows her instructions perfectly.\n\nHe rolls over perfectly, every time.\n\nHe plays fetch perfectly, every single time.\n\nBut Grace soon discovers that maybe following the rules perfectly doesn't make the perfect pet . . .\n\nGreat for aspiring builders and coders, GRACE BUILDS AN ALMOST-PERFECT DOG is a tender tale about the power of friendship and determination.\n\nA Junior Library Guild Selection","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48242260017388,"sku":"9781250168238","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781250168238-grace-builds-an-almost-perfect-dog-1.jpg?v=1787968718"},{"product_id":"the-rescuer-of-tiny-creatures-by-curtis-manley-9781250246714","title":"The Rescuer of Tiny Creatures","description":"Covered in earthworm slime and assisted only by her cat and her little brother, Roberta rescues tiny creatures. You know, the ones stranded in the middle of the sidewalk. Upside-down, flopping, or near-frozen.\n \nA lot of the time, that earns her funny looks from kids in school.\n \nBut when a swarm of baby spiders finds its way into the classroom, Roberta will save the day with her knowledge and creativity, showing everybody that tiny creatures aren't so scary after all. They just need friends who rescue and understand them!\n \nEstablished Roaring Brook Press author Curtis Manley has teamed up with up-and-coming illustrator Lucy Ruth Cummins, creator of Truman and Stumpkin, to present this quirky and adorable picture book.","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244674920684,"sku":"9781250246714","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781250246714-the-rescuer-of-tiny-creatures-1.jpg?v=1788008823"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/curtis-manley.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}