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Mayowa and the Sea of Words

By Chibundu Onuzo
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Have you ever wanted to jump right inside a book? Mayowa can do just that. But not everyone uses their book jumping power for good. Embark on an adventure unlike any other in this unforgettable tale of courage.

'Joyful and truly original' – Katherine Rundell, author of Impossible Creatures

WARNING: DO NOT JUMP ON THIS BOOK!

Have you ever jumped on a book? Perhaps not. Most people would think it was a rather unusual thing to do.

Ten-year-old Mayowa has always thought that her Grandpa Edward, who dyes his beard emerald green and jumps on books in private, is rather unusual too. Until one day she jumps on a book for herself, and uncovers a huge family secret …

Mayowa can book jump.

By jumping on a book, s...

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