Song of the Court - by Katy Farina (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>To buy seeds for her beautiful garden, Arietta plans to sell her treasured family violin--until Princess Cassia spots the instrument, and begs Arietta to perform at her birthday party. Although she's never played, Arietta decides to learn a special song for the occasion. But as Arietta's musical talent blossoms, her devotion to the garden fades. Can Arietta master the tune in time for Cassia's party <i>and</i> save her garden?<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>A charming fairy tale--told in graphic novel style--about two unlikely friends who encourage each other to pursue their dreams. </b> <p/><i><b>"Katy's work is so expressive and fun! The way she seamlessly blends high drama, big laughs, and tender family moments blows me away . . ." Gale Galligan, </b></i><b>New York Times</b><i><b> bestselling author of The Baby-Sitters Club graphic novels</b></i> <p/> In order to buy seeds for her beautiful garden, Arietta plans to sell her treasured family violin. Then music-loving Princess Cassia spots Arietta with the instrument and excitedly asks her to perform at her upcoming birthday party. What the Princess doesn't realize is, Arietta can't play! Too ashamed to tell Cassia the truth, Arietta sets out to learn a special song for the occasion. But as Arietta's musical passion blossoms, her devotion to her garden fades . . . and her trees and flowers begin to die. Will she be able to master the tune in time for Cassia's celebration--and save the garden, too?<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Farina's endearing story about doing what you love never preaches, and her pastel-hued artwork (colored by Fortson) will catch the eyes of manga lovers. The pudgy animals with giant, sparkling eyes are expressive and endearing. This sweet graphic offering will entertain and warm hearts."--<i>Kirkus</i> <p/><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Katy Farina is a comic artist and illustrator based in CA. She's done work with Scholastic, Oni Press, and Boom! Studios. Currently she works as a background painter on Dreamworks' <i>She Ra</i> and the <i>Princesses of Power</i>. In her downtime she enjoys building Gundams or reading adventurous books with the company of her husband, her cute cats, and a good cup of coffee.
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