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Mistakes in the Background [Paperback]

Laura Dockrill (Author, Illustrator)
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Book Description

Publication Date: 13 Oct 2008

Feast your eyes on a treasury of words and illustrations from one of the most exciting young talents around, recently voted by The Times as one of the top ten literary talents of 2008.

Enter the weird and wonderful world of Laura Dockrill …

I draw like a left-handed baby, I can hardly spell my own name and watching me use a glue-stick is a bit like watching a large bear trying to ram his own head into a pocket-sized cat-flap …no, really.

But once the book is finished, when I can see the pages coming together, getting thicker and thicker, detailed and covered with stories and my imagination recorded on pages …everything at last makes sense (to me at least).

I did this because I have got things to say. I've got pictures I want you to see and characters I want you to meet - the crying ice-skating boy, the Rolf Harris obsessive, the rude girl in McDonalds with the chocolate milkshake and the try-hard Mighty Boosh watching mum.

I don't keep a diary. I think they’re crap.

But this is much more than a diary. This is my map.

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  • Paperback: 96 pages
  • Publisher: Harper (13 Oct 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 000730059X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0007300594
  • Product Dimensions: 15.1 x 20.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 40,274 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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•’Laura Dockrill is a singular talent in the rave new world world of poetry. Comparison to others would do her no justice. Bright, funny, intelligent and passionate, this is a book you should already be taking away from the shop…’ Phill Jupitus

• ‘Mistakes in the Background is an absolute treat …it’s about pure, old-school imagination and art. The poetry shines with playful juvenilia, discussing everything from childhood memories and sibling feuds to croissants, robots and opinionated inanimate objects. It often runs like stream-of-consciousness prose, and is both articulate and wildly creative. The passion that has created this work is evident in every sentence and illustration.’ Wears the Trousers Magazine

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`The characters are funny, endearing and completely original. Laura has a wonderfully wild and exciting imagination...she defies boundaries.'
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful! 24 Jan 2009
By Alex
Format:Paperback
A book bursting with creativity and eccentricity (but bizarre is only a good thing!) It invokes memories from childhood to yesterday (as you walked past a rude girl and secretly smiled to yourself). Beautiful and fun illustrations, witty observations and a real sense of style. Worth every penny.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet! 18 Feb 2011
By Ms. L. J. Braisby
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I bought this not knowing who the heck Laura Dockrill was, but the reviews were just so good I took a chance, and I'm really glad I did!
This book is a funny, heartwarming collection of Poems, short stories and illustrations by Ms Dockrill. I especially liked her "Rudegirl" poem, which is so true it's hilarious and her imperfect illustrations which are simply... perfect! She is so good because she's very relatible, all her stories will make you giggle and smile with agreement and familiarity, I only wish the book was a bit longer because I read this book in about 30 minutes, so it's not very bulky, but it does give you a great taster of this very talented young Woman and will make you want to see more!
With this Book you also get a Laura Dockrill illustrated wrapping paper sampler, and some stickers which are very cute and funny! I'm officially a fan!
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5.0 out of 5 stars <3 26 Dec 2009
By hayley,
Format:Paperback
This is the best book I have read in a long time. Well, one that isn't really a book. She's got a fantastic way with words and it's such an arty book and it's so inspiring. It's just beautiful. I'd recommend it to everyone, really.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
1.0 out of 5 stars I didnt enjoy as much as I had expected.
Expected much more from this book, the best part were the free stickers and wrapping paper in the back of the book.
Published 7 days ago by Miss Elliott
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute!
Very cute- looking and I love all the designs and small things like the poster (and stickers, but my copy didn't come with any ) :(
Published 1 month ago by Kate
5.0 out of 5 stars Really great
It's very quick to read, but that's because it's addictive and you don't want to stop reading it. There were many good poems but I particularly liked "little miss winters" and the... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Rosalyn
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Do not be alarmed or scared away by its fluorescent cover for inside is an enchanting book from beginning to end. Read more
Published on 19 May 2011 by Emilie
4.0 out of 5 stars lovely quirky book - hit and miss at times, but overall a good fun...
lovely quirky book - hit and miss at times, but overall a good fun read that you can dip in and out of
Published on 5 Dec 2010 by Olivia Stevens
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Artistic Book
I ordered this book while completing my Graphic Design Degree, we had to gain ideas from art journals and this has to be one of the best ones I ordered Laura Dockrill is an amazing... Read more
Published on 24 Jun 2010 by Zoe Louise
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely
This book is completley lovely. It warms the cockles of your heart. If you're feeling blue and the world seems to have it in for you, dip into this wonderfully positive, life... Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2008 by Joseph Davies
5.0 out of 5 stars Hug My Soul
An amazing debut piece of work that lifts the soul and makes your heart dance with the pixies in joyous celebration.
Published on 10 Nov 2008 by Jamie M. Jones
3.0 out of 5 stars One to make your own mind up about...
Laura Dockrill is a poet and illustrator, recently voted by The Times as one of the top ten literary talents of 2008. She's also created artwork for Kate Nash. Read more
Published on 1 Nov 2008 by Michelle Moore
5.0 out of 5 stars great book - but two copies - one for you and one for a friend
I bought this book only to find that later my friend had taken it home with her!
had to get another copy! Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2008 by S. Harmston
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