Book Information

  • Series: Formac First Novels
  • Imprint: Formac Publishing Company Limited
  • Publication Date: 1 January 1995
  • Copyright Year: 1995
  • ISBN: 9780887803147
  • Page Count: 59
  • Dimensions: 4.25" x 7"
  • Interest ages: 5-10

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Video Rivals

by Sonia Sarfati

illustrated by Pierre Durand

translated by Sarah Cummins

Raphael is happy when Damian challenges him to a video game, even though he turns out to be a bad loser.
Raphael is happy when Damian challenges him to a video game, even though he turns out to be a bad loser. Raphael decides to enter the championship, but his video player mysteriously stops working. So he has to knit, play the piano and even braid his sister's hair to keep his fingers limber - and beat his rival once and for all!

About the Authors

Sonia Sarfati

SONIA SARFATI is an award-winning Quebec journalist and the author of several childrens books. She won the 1990 Alvine-Belisle prize for best children's book.'

Pierre Durand

PIERRE DURAND is a Montreal-based graphic designer, a well-known cartoonist and illustrator, and he loves video games.

Sarah Cummins

Reviews

"A lovely novel about friendship, resourcefulness and honesty."
The Echo-Express

Subjects (BISAC)

JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories

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