The Wandering Adventures of Sloppy Cool

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Do you know the origin of the careless Prince Bobingbing? Do you know how he ended up in the smart country, what peculiar experiences he went through, and how he finally saved the smart country? After reading The Wandering Adventures of Sloppy Cool, all the answers will be revealed. In the pleasant and relaxing reading, your mood will fluctuate with the twists and turns of the plot, and you will fall in love with this cool little prince and a stubborn little princess.

About the author

Zhang Yicheng, a native of Lishui, Zhejiang, graduated from Zhejiang University and is a children's literature writer. He has published over 10 personal collections of works, including The Star That Fell to the Ground. He has won numerous national literary awards such as the Golden Camel Award, the Little Hundred Flowers Children's Literature Award, and the Children's Favorite Hundred Children's Books Award. His work was also honored as the "Most Beautiful Reading Story" at the Second National Reading Festival.

Excerpts

The careless messenger was even more surprised. What was going on? Why did King Lala Re ask me to bring back a blank note? Was it tampered with... A flurry of questions popped up in his mind. But these were just questions, and there was no one to ask! It would be so impolite to turn around and ask King Lala Re. The careless messenger had no choice but to put the note back into the envelope. Inadvertently, the note was blown away by the wind and disappeared without a trace.

Reviews

A fairy tale builds a bridge for cross-cultural communication. - Zhejiang Daily

This is a humorous and imaginative full-length children's novel. - Xiaoxiang Morning Herald

Come and read this book. After reading it, you will surely say to yourself proudly: Yes, I am careless, but I am cool! - The Educator

For children, children's literature is the most important spiritual nourishment. - Tide News

The story is vivid and interesting, with concise and incisive language, and is highly expressive. -China Fable website