Biography
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Ashley Spires (CAN) has illustrated several picture books and is the creator of the charming Binky Adventure series. She has been nominated for several awards, including the Silver Birch Express, Ontario Library Association Winner. As Binky’s adventures continue, Spires comes back to present Binky takes charge. |
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Binky the space cat has been promoted to lieutenant. He's now in charge of training the next generation of space cadets. But then he meets the new space kitten — who isn't a kitten at all! Is someone trying to pull the fur over his eyes? Binky and Captain Gracie need to figure out the new cadet before the next alien attack!
To book an event (in-school or public event) with Ashley Spires, complete the Booking Request form online and a representative of the Book Rapport team will get back to you within 2 working day to discuss your request. Note that the public event is only for grades 1 to 3. The in-school event is from grade 1 to 8. For the older grades (5-8), Ashley Spires can do a presentation on the world of graphic novels: story boarding, character development, helping the students create their own stories.
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About the series
There are four books in this series. Binky takes charge is the last one. Binky to the rescue, the third book of the series, was elected Best Publication for Kids by the Will Eisner Comic Industry Award in 2010 and Best Children’s Book of the Year by the Bank Street Children’s Book Committee in 2011.
The buzz about this book
“Great entertainment for readers big and little whether they are fans already or not.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“With plenty of visual gags and a cute hero, this book is perfect for kids who are transitioning from easy readers to early chapter books, while the dry humor will also keep stronger readers engaged.”
— Booklist, about Binky the Space Cat
“Ashley Spires’ tale is full of humour. The artwork, rendered in ink and watercolour, mostly consists of neutral colours that are nicely balanced by the animated and expressive features of Binky and his owners.” Quill and Quire, about Binky the Space Cat
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