# Soren's Seventh Song: A Picture Book - Hardcover

by **Dave Eggers** (Author), **Mark Hoffmann** (Illustrator)

**From Pulitzer Prize finalist and _New York Times_ bestselling author Dave Eggers, _Soren's Seventh Song_ is a deadpan take on creativity and persistence, as told through the eyes of a humpback whale looking for a new song--with color illustrations by Mark Hoffman.**

Soren, a young humpback whale, loves music but is tired of the dull, droning, endless songs that are frustratingly popular among the adult whales he knows. He has ideas for better songs: shorter, up-tempo tunes with snare drums and even maracas. Unfortunately, every time he shares his new tunes with his friends, he's met with less than encouraging feedback and even a bit of discreet whale vomiting.

In this upbeat story of resilience and tenacity, Dave Eggers offers readers of all ages essential creative advice: your first drafts are probably terrible.

### Author Biography

**Dave Eggers** is the author of books for readers of all ages, including _The Eyes and the Impossible_ and _The Circle_, as well as numerous books for young readers, including _Her Right Foot_, _What Can a Citizen Do?_, and _The Lifters_. He is the founder of the independent publishing company McSweeney's and the cofounder of 826 Valencia, a youth writing center--fronted by a supply store for working pirates--that has inspired dozens of other organizations worldwide.  
**Mark Hoffmann** is an illustrator and a professor of illustration at Montserrat College of Art. His books include _Iamasaurus_, _Poop_, and _A Is for Apple, Unless . . ._, all published by Cameron Kids. He lives in southern New Hampshire with his wife and son.

**Number of Pages:** 56

**Dimensions:** 0.6 x 10.7 x 7.8 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** February 06, 2024

## Details

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