Readings Newsletter
Become a Readings Member to make your shopping experience even easier.
Sign in or sign up for free!
You’re not far away from qualifying for FREE standard shipping within Australia
You’ve qualified for FREE standard shipping within Australia
The cart is loading…

This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
From an award-winning children’s book author and illustrator comes a wordless graphic novel full of whimsy, tradition, and fun for all ages.
Petro the lazy boy, goes on an out-of-this-world adventure as he tries to save a small town from the torments of the Flea King and his minions.
Readers’ Favorite:
I loved the eloquent and expressive illustrations, and especially appreciated the genesis of the rascally Flea King and the almost post-apocalyptic flavor his rise to power gives to the work. This creative and imaginative graphic novel works on so many levels, and while it can’t really be read aloud, I’d venture to say that just about any kid would have a lot of fun narrating what is happening on each page. Petro and The Flea King is most highly recommended. — 5 Stars, Jack Magnus for Readers’ Favorite
Oftentimes when we read about beautiful and robust fantasy fiction, we are often taken into deep forests where all the wonderful, majestic dragons and wizards reside. Those places seem so far and yet so close as they are typically wrapped in a book we keep on our night stand.Ken Lamug’s Petro story bridges what we know as fantasy into the Philippine narrative, merging it with the reality of the country’s provincial life. — Jean Marie Munson Founder, Plot Twist Publishing
I think any adult would get a kick out of reading this with a little kid. The setting is definitely an opportunity to get children to explain in their own words what is going on. It’s a book they can have a conversation about! - Amanda Panda Book Review
4.5 out of 5 Stars
…a fable with classic roots and modern touches that will feel timeless whenever it’s pulled off the shelf.
5 Stars! - LitPick Review
In recognition of author’s previous book, A Box Story
Pinnacle Book Awards Winner 2012 for Children’s Interest (March 2012)
2012 Children’s Book Award Finalist
Literary Classics Seal of Approval (March 2012):
Young audiences will surely find enjoyment within the pages of this clever little book. Kenneth Lamug’s, A Box Story, comes highly recommended, and earns the Literary Classics Seal of Approval.
Kirkus Reviews (2012):
Drawings and overall aesthetic are lovely…Lamug presents a minimalist, well-designed take on the elemental idea that children can have hours of fun with a plain cardboard box.
$9.00 standard shipping within Australia
FREE standard shipping within Australia for orders over $100.00
Express & International shipping calculated at checkout
Stock availability can be subject to change without notice. We recommend calling the shop or contacting our online team to check availability of low stock items. Please see our Shopping Online page for more details.
This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
From an award-winning children’s book author and illustrator comes a wordless graphic novel full of whimsy, tradition, and fun for all ages.
Petro the lazy boy, goes on an out-of-this-world adventure as he tries to save a small town from the torments of the Flea King and his minions.
Readers’ Favorite:
I loved the eloquent and expressive illustrations, and especially appreciated the genesis of the rascally Flea King and the almost post-apocalyptic flavor his rise to power gives to the work. This creative and imaginative graphic novel works on so many levels, and while it can’t really be read aloud, I’d venture to say that just about any kid would have a lot of fun narrating what is happening on each page. Petro and The Flea King is most highly recommended. — 5 Stars, Jack Magnus for Readers’ Favorite
Oftentimes when we read about beautiful and robust fantasy fiction, we are often taken into deep forests where all the wonderful, majestic dragons and wizards reside. Those places seem so far and yet so close as they are typically wrapped in a book we keep on our night stand.Ken Lamug’s Petro story bridges what we know as fantasy into the Philippine narrative, merging it with the reality of the country’s provincial life. — Jean Marie Munson Founder, Plot Twist Publishing
I think any adult would get a kick out of reading this with a little kid. The setting is definitely an opportunity to get children to explain in their own words what is going on. It’s a book they can have a conversation about! - Amanda Panda Book Review
4.5 out of 5 Stars
…a fable with classic roots and modern touches that will feel timeless whenever it’s pulled off the shelf.
5 Stars! - LitPick Review
In recognition of author’s previous book, A Box Story
Pinnacle Book Awards Winner 2012 for Children’s Interest (March 2012)
2012 Children’s Book Award Finalist
Literary Classics Seal of Approval (March 2012):
Young audiences will surely find enjoyment within the pages of this clever little book. Kenneth Lamug’s, A Box Story, comes highly recommended, and earns the Literary Classics Seal of Approval.
Kirkus Reviews (2012):
Drawings and overall aesthetic are lovely…Lamug presents a minimalist, well-designed take on the elemental idea that children can have hours of fun with a plain cardboard box.