Alan, King of the Universe: the hilariously chaotic graphic novel for kids
Feb 2025 · Hachette UK
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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 to raise an entire army of Alans. And his hapless dog sidekick Fido is just happy to be along for the ride!
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 to 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.
With FIVE stories in one, this two-colour graphic novel series for 7+ readers will have kids and their grown-ups rolling around on the floor with laughter!
PRAISE FOR ALAN, KING OF THE UNIVERSE:
Absolutely ridiculous and laugh-out-loud funny! - Louie Stowell, author of the bestselling LOKI: A BAD GOD'S GUIDE series
ALAN is such great fun! - Jim Smith, author of BARRY LOSER
OUTRAGEOUSLY funny and perfect for fans of Bunny vs Monkey! - RAMZEE, author-illustrator of THE CHEAT BOOK
Inventive and funny! - Tor Freeman, author-illustrator
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 to...
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Tom McLaughlin is an author-illustrator from Devon. After graduating from Falmouth College of Art, he worked for 10 years as a political cartoonist. Since going freelance he has been an animation designer for a number of TV shows, as well as an occasional columnist for The Guardian online. He started in the world of children's publishing by illustrating other people's books before turning his hand to writing. His books have been nominated for countless awards and have been translated into over 10 different languages. He lives in Exeter with his wife and children and can often be found staring out of a window with a cup of tea.
Tom McLaughlin is an author-illustrator from Devon. After graduating from Falmouth College of Art, he worked for 10 years as a political cartoonist. Since going freelance he has been an animation designer for a number of TV shows, as well as an occasional columnist for The Guardian online. He sta...
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