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Alan, King of the Universe

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Author: Tom McLaughlin   Series: Alan, King of the Universe

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Join power-hungry cat Alan and his loveable dog sidekick Fido as they take over the universe. Or at least try to . . . as long as they're home in time for tea! This laugh-out-loud, two-colour graphic novel appeals to readers of all ages. Suitable for newly independent readers.

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Join power-hungry cat Alan and his loveable dog sidekick Fido as they take over the universe. Or at least try to . . . as long as they're home in time for tea! This laugh-out-loud, two-colour graphic novel appeals to readers of all ages. Suitable for newly independent readers.

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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 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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Critic Reviews

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

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About the Author

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.

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Product Details

Publisher
Hachette Children's Group | Hodder Children's Books
Published
14th August 2025
Pages
160
ISBN
9781444976823

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