Graphic novel-like layouts and humorous text tell the thrilling tale of two friends who become stranded on a volcanic island in Iceland. Based on a true story, the author humorously recounts the time his grandfather got stranded with a friend on Surtsey, a brand new volcanic island in Iceland. The adventurers face epic challenges like molten lava, melted eyeglasses and scant supplies before finally getting rescued. Graphic novel-like layouts and spirited text invite readers to search for the one thing that's not actually true in this thrilling yet light-hearted tale of adventure. Endnotes include information about volcanoes, Icelandic culture and Norse mythology. AGES: 6 to 10 AUTHOR: Ævar Þór Benediktsson is one of Iceland's most popular authors. He is Iceland's first UNICEF Ambassador and is known for launching popular nationwide reading challenges to encourage Icelandic children and teenagers to read more. In 2017 Ævar was chosen as one of the Aarhus39 ? a collection of the 39 best emerging writers for young people from across Europe. He is the author of more than 30 books. Anne Wilson was born on Ascension Island, a volcano in the South Atlantic. Her work is inspired by everyday life and traveling. The images she creates are constructed in layers, starting with drawing, mark making and printing, these are then manipulated in Photoshop. Anne has an MA in illustration from St Martins College of Art, London and has been an illustrator for over 20 years. She has illustrated many projects for Barefoot Books, including We're Roaming in the Rainforest and The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales. SELLING POINTS: . GLOBAL: Icelandic culture permeates this adventure story set on a new volcanic island in Iceland. . ADVENTURE: The story of being stranded in the wilderness next to a volcano without food and water will keep readers on the edge of their seats. . GRAPHIC NOVEL-LIKE LAYOUT: Graphic novel style layouts are incorporated into the book's colorful illustrations.
