The Kiss That Missed [Illustrated] [Paperback]

'It's funny and original and an absolute delight to read aloud - a perfect bedtime read.' (THE PARENT'S GUIDE )

An ideal bedtime book ... This delightful tale is a true charmer ... Melling's witty illustrations are packed with imaginative detail, including the masterly touch of a delicate golden line tracing the swerling path of the kiss. (The Scotsman )

'Full of unexpected twists and turns The Kiss That Missed is a wonderful literary example of how to temper fearsome episdoes with humour. ... this story is one which will demand endless rereading.' (writeaway.org.uk )

Brightly attractive drawing and colouring are an irresistable invitation to enjoy The Kiss That Missed.

(School Librarian )

'A touching tale about the power of love.' --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

'The text is lively but it is the comic book-style illustrstions that steal the show.' --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

'It's funny and original and an absolute delight to read aloud - a perfect bedtime read.' --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

The king is in too much of a hurry to stop for his son's bedtime. He rushes past and blows a kiss, but it misses! The kiss flies out of the window, the prince is distraught and the hapless knight is send into the deep dark forest to fetch it back. What will he encounter there? (20110701)

David Melling was born in Oxford. His father was a sculptor and David inherited his artistic leanings. David has received much recognition for his artistic talent. His book 'Brilliant the Dinosaur' (Pavillion) was shortlisted for the 1994 Smarties Book Award and 'What's that Noise?' was longlisted for the Kate Greenaway Award. He is married and lives with his wife and daughter in Oxfordshire.