Now You Are a Chicken

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By: Andrew McDonald, Ben Wood (Illustrator)

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Hardcover | 30 September 2025 | Edition Number 1

At a Glance

Hardcover
32 Pages

Age
2 - 6

Dimensions(cm)
24.4 x 24.4

Hardcover

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'WELCOME to the only book that turns you into a CHICKEN. I'll just wiggle my fingers and say the magic words ...'

'WAIT!!!'

From the creators of bestselling series Real Pigeons comes this hilarious, interactive and totally transformational picture book that will turn readers into chickens!

Helped along by a cheerful magician and a begrudging chicken, readers young and old will be endlessly entertained by this fourth-wall-breaking, delightfully irreverent story. There's a surprise around every corner! Can the magician REALLY turn you into a chicken just by saying the magic words? What if you don't believe in the spell? And who will do an egg??

Perfect for:

Kids aged 2–6
Families looking for an irresistibly funny story to read and re-read with their chickens children
Teachers and librarians seeking an interactive story that kids will love
Fans of engaging stories like The Monster at the End of This Book and Do Not Open This Book

WARNING: Stock up on chicken feed and egg cartons before reading this book.

About the Author

Andrew McDonald and Ben Wood are the creators of the bestselling Real Pigeons series, and the beloved junior graphic novel series Hello Twigs (published as Twig Friends in North America). Their books together are published in 26 languages worldwide and have been recognised in numerous awards including Children's Book Council of Australia Awards, Australian Book Industry Awards, and the Readings Children's Book Prize.

Author Andrew McDonald loves writing stories that make kids laugh, wonder and leap into the air with surprise. Andrew is a regular presenter on the schools circuit, where he conducts writing workshops, talks about his life as an author and inspires kids to read, write, draw and be creative. He lives in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia, with his partner and two young kids.

About the Illustrator

Ben Wood has illustrated over fifty books for children. He is drawn to stories that are funny and heartfelt, and his lively illustrations reflect his love for graphic novels and animation. When not in the studio, Ben speaks in schools and runs workshops about illustration. He lives in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia.

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