Subtitle: Book 1
By: Tom McLaughlin
Genre: YFW - Comic strip fiction / graphic novels (Children's / Teenage)
Published by: Hachette Children's Books
Published: 25 Feb 2025
ISBN: 9781444976823

Description

ALAN IS KING OF THE UNIVERSE. Well, not yet. But he WILL be.


An orange cat blessed with opposable thumbs, Alan is convinced he was born to rule and spends his days scheming up brilliant plans to fulfil his destiny - from creating a brand-new country, Alanland, to cloning himself in an attempt raise an entire army of Alans. And his hapless dog sidekick Fido is just happy to be along for the ride!


Join these two loveable characters on their hilarious adventures as they try to take over the universe - as long as they're home in time for tea, of course.


This two-colour graphic novel series for 7+ readers will have kids and their grown-ups rolling around the floor with laughter.


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Review

This is a collection of funny short stories about the power dynamic between a cat named Alan, who thinks that he is superior and is convinced he is born to rule the universe, and a dog named Fido - who is Alan is convinced is his employee!


These two embark on a number of adventures, and readers are sure to have a laugh at each of the short stories, including:


Clone Alone: What could possibly go wrong when they clone a cloning machine and try to clone Alan?


Land of Hope and Fury: Alan decides that he is going to invent his own country – The Independent Republic of Alanland! And after filling in a form from the post office, it is all done. He’s very excited about having his own money and stamps, enter the Olympics, and have his own flag and national anthem! But will it be Fido or Alan who is the star?


Fido presents Cordon Bleeeur! Is Fido really a new wonder chef, or are all eating something that they shouldn’t?


Flea is the magic number: Can Alan and Fido come up with a new number to save everyone time counting, and become rich at the same time, or will it cause chaos?


In-Space no one can hear you fart! Will the arrival of a spaceship in the yard help Alan with his plan to take over the world and the universe, or will they just end up in more trouble?


These stories will be enjoyed by younger and middle primary students.


Reviewed Sam