# Carina Felina - Hardcover

by **Carmen Agra Deedy** (Author), **Henry Cole** (Illustrator)

**Carmen Agra Deedy, New York Times best-selling author and one of Scholastic's most talented and cherished storytellers, retells a hilarious folktale set in Havana Cuba. Illustrated by the brilliant, award-winning artist, Henry Cole.**

This is the first collaboration by this dynamic duo!

The trouble started with a parrot and a bad idea. Pepe the parrot was beak-over-claws in love...with a cat! _Until...._ ...With a gobble and slurp, Carina swallows that parrot whole! In fact--she eats everyone in her wake! A _florista_ and her flowers, the _carretaro_ and his ox, a _chivo_ and his boy--and more! Who will be able to save the villagers from this bully of a cat? In a surprise turn of events, it's the smallest creatures of all who are able to overtake the mighty Carina Felina and show her that power does not always guarantee a victory! ​​​​​​​ Carmen Deedy's wickedly funny retelling combined with Henry Cole's hilarious, vividly colored artwork, combine to create an inspiring and satisfying story.​​​​​​​

### Author Biography

Henry Cole was an adored elementary school science teacher for sixteen years. He has since illustrated over 150 popular books (some of which he has also authored), including his wordless, award-winning picture books: _Unspoken: A Story from the Underground Railroad_, which was named a _New York Times_ Best Illustrated Children's Book; _One Little Bag: An Amazing Journey_, which was named an ALA Notable Children's Book; and _Forever Home: A Dog and Boy Love Story_, which received two starred reviews. He lives in Florida. To find out more about Henry, go to henrycole.net.  
Carmen Agra Deedy is one of America's foremost storytellers. Her many award-winning books include _The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet!_; _Martina the Beautiful Cockroach_, which received a Pura Belpré Honor; and her _New York Times_ bestseller _14 Cows for America_. Carmen was born in Havana, Cuba, and lives with her family in Atlanta, Georgia. You can learn more about her work at carmenagradeedy.com.

**Number of Pages:** 48

**Publication Date:** August 01, 2023

## Details

- **Price:** 19.99 USD
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- **Type:** Books
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