Tento autor proslul svými vizuálně podmanivými a často humornými ilustracemi, které obohacují jeho jedinečný styl vyprávění. Jeho práce, která se často pohybuje na pomezí slovní hříčky a vizuální komedie, zkoumá témata jako je „být sám sebou“ a neočekávané radosti života. Autorovy knihy jsou známé svou hravou povahou, která zaujme mladé čtenáře a zároveň nabízí vrstvy pro dospělé, kteří oceňují vtipné koncepty a neočekávané pointy. Díky svému odvážnému vizuálnímu stylu a nekonvenčnímu přístupu k vyprávění příběhů se autor etabloval jako výrazná postava v oblasti dětské literatury, podporující představivost a smysl pro humor.
Art imitates life in this hilarious, absurdist picture book--one of Jon Agee's most beloved titles, now back in print. "Outrageous!" the judges cried. "Ridiculous!" Who would dare enter a portrait of a duck in the Grand Contest of Art? But when Felix Clouseau's painting quacks, he is hailed as a genius. Suddenly everyone wants a Clousseau masterpiece, and the unknown painter becomes an overnight sensation. That's when the trouble begins.
A little knight is very happy that his wall protects him from the dangers that
are sure to lurk on the other side. Or does it? And what is the other side
really like?
Praise for Life on Mars highlights the book's ability to inspire hope through fresh questions about our universe. It encourages readers to embrace their flaws and explore boldly, reminding us that wonder is always present. The New York Times Book Review notes its delightful deadpan humor, while the San Francisco Chronicle commends Jon Agee's talent for crafting unique picture books with engaging settings and characters. The Huffington Post describes it as an excellent introduction for young readers, emphasizing the dynamic where the reader knows more than the main character. Kirkus calls it bursting with quiet wit and stunning Martian landscapes, labeling it simply masterful. The humor is consistent throughout, with Agee's distinctive perspective inviting readers to appreciate details they might overlook, as noted by Horn Book. School Library Journal predicts it will be a favorite among beginning readers and storytime audiences, while Publishers Weekly praises its satisfying silliness and a surprising ending that encourages repeat readings. BCCB highlights its preschool humor, ideal for group sharing, and Booklist points out the amusing contrast between Agee's text and illustrations, with a charmingly skittish Martian character. Overall, this tale from a master picture book creator is described as out of this world.
The story features a little girl who persuades her father to embody a tree throughout the day, embracing the whimsy of imaginative play despite the weather. This charming picture book highlights the joy of pretend play and celebrates the special bond between parents and children, showcasing the lengths a parent will go to for their child's happiness.
A girl seeks her perfect pet at a wonderfully unusual animal shelter in this
comical read-aloud by the award-winning creator of Life on Mars The Copley
County Animal Shelter has an aardvark, a lizard, a goose, a weasel, and plenty
more. But do they have a puppy? The girl with her wagon is ready to adopt a
dog–not an aardvark, lizard, or goose! Can the shelter manager help her to
find her perfect pet?
This absurdly clever and funny graphic novel, told entirely in palindromes, is created by World Palindrome Champion Jon Agee, author of Go Hang a Salami! I'm a Lasagna Hog! Otto is having a very palindramatic day. His pet, Pip, has gone missing, and his search for the dog leads him deeper and deeper into a strange and perplexing world--full of talking owls, stacks of cats, storms and mazes, boats and trains and automobiles . . . oh my! Everything seems to be the same backward and forward, and Pip isn't sure he'll ever find his way home to Mom and Pop. But you, reader, will enjoy his Oz-like journey thoroughly.
A wonderful read-aloud rhyme describing the night of a family who are kept
awake by the antics of their talented dog, Stanley, only to discover at the
end just what Stanley is up to!
A hilarious story from master of the absurd, Jon Agee, where a boy finds out
that his pet rhinoceros can do more than he bargained for! Shortlisted for The
Children's Book Award 2023
