Inkling
Book description
Mishaps and madness ensue when magical drawing ink comes to life in the Rylance home and 11-year-old Ethan tries to prove he's just as talented as his famous father.
A moving but light-hearted story about grief, family and a sixth-grade rivalry. When Ethan's class is given the task of creating…
Why read it?
1 author picked Inkling as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Adventure awaits when an inkblot from one of Ethan’s dad’s sketches comes to life and leaps off the page. Sydney Smith’s inky illustrations add to the fun of this fast-paced and funny story about friendship and family. And because Inkling loves to read/eat up ink, and he takes on the mood of whatever text he’s just devoured, it’s also a cool and clever introduction for kids to some classics and to different genres of writing.
What’s more, the book ends on a note that suggests a sequel that I can’t wait to read!
From Anna's list on middle grade unlikely friendships.
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