Xander and the Pen
$16.99
Xander and the Pen is the story of a boy who loves to draw superheroes, and the pen he buys from a mysterious market stall. He soon learns that the pen has a magical power: whatever he draws, happens! At first the pen helps Xander improve his family’s fortunes, but there are many unintended consequences and soon everybody is angry at Xander. With problems galore, Xander has one big decision to make – should he use the pen to draw one more picture?
Specifications: 9781922539403 
| 210mm x 135mm | Paperback | 272 Pages |B/W Illustrations | EK Books
StoryLinks
“Xander and the Pen’s action-packed plot and humorous dialogue, combined with Cherie Dignam’s quirky, double spread, illustrations, will keep 9–13-year-olds turning the page and reaching for other titles in Lawrence’s The Pen series – Ruby and the Pen and Finn and the Pen, due to be released in March 2025.”
Buzz Words
“David Lawrence tackles some deep and serious issues in this story with warmth and compassion. Disability, bullying, greed, and dishonesty are woven into the story in a way that is age-appropriate and meaningful for readers. Cherie Dignam’s black and white illustrations enhance the story and provide the perfect visual insight into the main characters.”
The Strawberry Post | 2.2k Twitter followers and a very dedicated blog following
“a fun, exciting and funny read”
Armadillo Magazine | online books reviews magazine | Winter 2023/24 edition | Helen Byles
“With fantastically detailed illustrations,… this book promotes messages about bullying, family dynamics, disability, and the environment. A fast-paced, entertaining middle grade fiction that will resonate with kids everywhere.”
Kirkus
“Following a track laid down in the series opener, Ruby and the Pen (2023), an Australian boy discovers that a magic wish-granting pen is more curse than blessing. … A light tone, deep issues, and good and bad choices to ponder.”
Kids On The Coast,
“David Lawrence weaves a spellbinding narrative that will keep you turning the pages, and you’ll be eager to discover how Xander tackles the hurdles that lie ahead.”.
Grapevine issue 4,
“Featuring hilarious illustrations, this entertaining middle-grade fiction will resonate with kids everywhere!”
