Dory learns how to read in this bestselling, laugh-out-loud chapter book series about an imaginative little rascal with a big personality. Perfect for fans of Junie B. Jones and Ivy & Bean!“Some of the best children’s literature in years.” —New York MagazineEver since Dory met Rosabelle, a real true friend whose imagination and high spirits match her own, school has been pretty good. But now the class is learning to read, and it's proving to be a challenge for Dory. While Rosabelle can read chapter books in her head, Dory is stuck with baby books about a happy little farm. If only there were a magic potion that could turn Dory into a remarkable reader. Or maybe her larger-than-life imagination can help!
Complete with pencil-drawn pictures bursting with charm and character, this hilarious series about a lovably energetic little sister and her antics is sure to keep the whole family laughing.
Be sure to check out the entire
Dory Fantasmagory series, which continues to grow alongside everyone’s favorite little rascal, Dory! Look for them all:
Dory FantasmagoryDory Fantasmagory: The Real, True FriendDory Fantasmagory: Dory Dory Black SheepDory Fantasmagory: Head in the CloudsDory Fantasmagory: Tiny ToughDory Fantasmagory: Can’t Live Without YouDory Fantasmagory: Center of the Universe
Abby Hanlon has taught creative writing and first grade in the New York City public school system. Inspired by her students’ storytelling and drawings, Abby began to write her own stories for children, and taught herself to draw after not having drawn since childhood.
Praise for Dory Dory Black Sheep:"An especially wonderful book to share with reluctant readers...I can’t imagine a book more calculated to reinforce the power of reading and becoming a reader than
Dory Dory Black Sheep. It is a true triumph." —
Publishers Weekly ShelfTalker
"Hanlon has a winning way with the story’s characters (real and imaginary) and dialogue.... The third entry in the Dory Fantasmagory series will satisfy the many young chapter-book readers who like their books served with a generous helping of fun." —
Booklist"Dory's fans will be entertained by this further adventure." —
Kirkus Reviews
"If you haven't read the previous two Dory books yet, get on with it already. They're quirky and funny and capture childhood like few books can.”—100 Scope Notes blog
Praise for the Dory Fantasmagory series: * "Charming, funny, true to life." –
Kirkus Reviews, starred review of
Dory Fantasmagory
* "Time spent with Dory is time well spent." –
Publishers Weekly, starred review of
Dory Fantasmagory* “Readers will laugh at her entertaining antics.” –
School Library Journal, starred review of
Dory Fantasmagory* "Hanlon’s hilarious narration and cartooning reveal an uncanny talent for getting into the mile-a-minute mind of a one-of-a-kind girl." –
Publishers Weekly, starred review of
Dory Fantasmagory: The Real True Friend* “Well written, humorous, and engaging.” –
School Library Journal, starred review of
Dory Fantasmagory: The Real True Friend"It’s genius." – Travis Jonker, 100 Scope Notes Blog review of
Dory Fantasmagory: The Real True Friend"Dory is as likable a kid heroine as I’ve encountered in a decade." –
The Boston Globe review of
Dory Fantasmagory: The Real True Friend
“Genuinely, Dory is the series that readers at our store have reacted to most passionately...The humor in these books—there is nothing like it.” —Emma Straub,
New York Times bestselling author and Books Are Magic bookstore owner
