Les Capins S Amusent

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Modern Children’s Story Celebrates the Joys of Childhood
Prolific author pens an inspiring children’s tale that extols the value of friendship and imparts good values to kids.

Mississippi author Floyd J. Hall brings his talent to the world of children’s literature with the publication of his third book Les Copains S'amusent (Xlibris, 2010). The title of the book is in French and it means ‘funny buddies’ in English.

The author employs a familiar practice of many children’s writers and fabulists: casting the characters as anthropomorphic animals. If children love Disney, Looney Tunes, and most DreamWorks films, they will also appreciate Les Copains S'amusent, which elements will resonate well with them. The characters embody the joys of childhood, and their antics exude a sense of playfulness and depict carefree children’s urge for excitement and adventure. And most importantly, the book applauds the ingenuity and resilience of children.
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Don’t forget to check out Hall’s Les Copains S'amusent at the upcoming 2017 Bologna Children's Book Fair on April 3-6, 2017. Should you be dropping by, make sure you get your copy of the book.

Les Copains S'amusent is a celebration of childhood, a joyful recollection of our carefree

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