Baltazar and the Flying Pirates
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Written by Oliver Chin Illustrated by Justin Roth T r e a s u r e I s l e
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"[This] is a tale of a boy's dream adventure search for pirate treasure that leads him (and the pirates) to an unlikely treasure site. Their buried treasure in a swamp has been covered by a huge amusement park! There is no help for it but to go on a touring search for the treasure that is punctuated with fun rides and experiences along the way. Brave Captain Redlocks, keeps the buccaneers focused and on task, with plenty of fun laced in. Delightful, lively illustrations keep the adventure leaping ahead as all eyes are on the prize. Baltazar and the Flying Pirates is a treat to read and to experience...Promises of a sequel adventure are to be kept!" - Midwest Book Review. Written by Oliver Chin and illustrated by Justin Roth. $15.95, hardcover, 36 Pages, ISBN: 978-159702-018-3, 10.5 x 8.5, www.immedium.com/products/pirates.html
Transcript of Baltazar and the Flying Pirates
Written by Oliver ChinIllustrated by Justin Roth
Treasure Isle
Written by Oliver ChinIllustrated by Justin Roth
Ages ago, the legendary pirate, Greybeard, hid a treasure chest from his fellow swashbucklers, the beautiful Captain Redlocks, and her infamous Corsairs. Tonight she recruits Greybeard’s descendant, young Baltazar, to help locate the long-lost fortune.
But now the bustling amusement park “Treasure Isle” sits atop the buried booty! Join the crew of the flying Cutlass on a wild roller coaster to discover where “X” marks the spot. Can Baltazar and company strike it rich before their tickets expire?
Vividly illustrated like an animated film, this colorful adventure features a legendary cast of characters. Fondly remembering family vacations gone by, pirate lovers of all ages will enjoy this marvelous joy ride.
$15.95 U.S.A.
www.immedium.com
Oliver Chin is the author of The Tales from the Chinese Zodiac series, Welcome to Monster Isle, Julie Black Belt, Timmy and Tammy’s Train of Thought, and The Adventures of WonderBaby. His family lives in San Francisco, California.
Justin Roth is a professional animator and graduate of the School of Visual Arts. He has contributed to animated TV series for Nickelodeon, Disney Channel, PBS, and 4Kids Entertainment. He lives in New York City.
“… gorgeously illustrated…If, as an adult, you have to read the same story every single night till your sanity gives way, this will be more pleasant than 99% of the competition.”—Fortean Times
“I LOVE IT. It’s my favorite book I’ve reviewed all year…With a mix of cute handmade sock-puppet-looking things [the afore-
mentioned Woollyhoodwinks] and whim-sical sentences that shock and please with their originality...” —Cool Mom Picks
“Feldman’s artwork blends the classic stylings of 1950s Dis-ney with a modern design sensibility to create something both cutting edge and timeless.” —Cartoon Art Museum
Printed in Singapore
“It was a real treat to join Baltazar on his swashbuckling adventures with some high-spirited pirates! The illustrations fit perfectly with this story’s characters and draw readers into this amazingly animated world.”—Shirley Ly, Los Angeles Public Library
0201837815979
ISBN 978-1-59702-018-351595 >
ISBN 978-1-59702-018-3 $15.95 US
“Baltazar and the Flying Pirates takes both the parent and child on a fantastic visual adventure.”—David Derrick, artist, DreamWorks Feature Animation
“Justin is an exceptional draftsman and illustrator. The quality he puts into his work is second to none!” —Patrick Tuorto, former Walt Disney Feature Animator
www.immedium.com
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To Katie, Laura, Sarah– here is your lifetime pass to the wackiest place on earth.—O.C.
For my family– without your unending support, enormous sacrifice, and unyielding encouragement to follow my dreams, none of this would ever have been possible. I could never thank you enough. To Alexandra– for your incredible patience, love, and guidance during the making of this book. You are my endless inspiration.—J.R.
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Text copyright ©2009 Oliver ChinIllustrations copyright ©2009 Justin Roth
All rights reserved, including the right of reproduction—in whole or in part—in any form. For information about special discounts for bulk purchases, please contact Immedium Special Sales at [email protected].
First hardcover edition published 2009.
Edited by Don MennBook design by Stefanie Liang
Printed in Singapore10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Chin, Oliver Clyde, 1969- Baltazar and the flying pirates / written by Oliver Chin ; illustrated by Justin Roth. -- 1st hardcover ed. p. cm. Summary: One night Baltazar is awakened from sleep by a band of pirates seeking help in finding their buried treasure, but when they get to the spot they find that an amusement park has been built atop the burial site. ISBN-13: 978-1-59702-018-3 (hardcover) ISBN-10: 1-59702-018-4 (hardcover) [1. Pirates--Fiction. 2. Buried treasure--Fiction. 3. Amusement parks--Fiction.] I. Roth, Justin, ill. II. Title. PZ7.C44235Bal 2009 [E]--dc22 2008044992
ISBN-10: 1-59702-018-4ISBN-13: 978-1-59702-018-3
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Written by Oliver ChinIllustrated by Justin Roth
Long ago, in a land not too far away, a pirate buried a chest of priceless riches. He marked the spot with an “X” and vanished into the mist. The loot would remain lost until one of his descendants returned to claim it.
Now Baltazar enjoyed hearing such tall tales from his grandpa. “Tell me another story,” he begged.
“I’ll save the best for tomorrow, since it’s past your bedtime!” replied Grandpa. “Good night, Captain Kidd, and sweet dreams.”
That night the boy dreamt of a ghostly boat gliding on the waves of a moonlit ocean. Suddenly the clock struck midnight, and he was rustled out of bed.
"Ahoy there, Matey!” grinned a swashbuckling rogue. “We’ve sailed the seven seas to find you.”
“Please forgive Mr. Flynn,” purred a silken voice. “My name is Redlocks. I’m Captain of the Cutlass, the fastest ship in the skies.”
“And we’re the Corsairs!” added the bandits outside Baltazar’s window, where the Jolly Roger waved proudly.
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Written by Oliver ChinIllustrated by Justin Roth
Ages ago, the legendary pirate, Greybeard, hid a treasure chest from his fellow swashbucklers, the beautiful Captain Redlocks, and her infamous Corsairs. Tonight she recruits Greybeard’s descendant, young Baltazar, to help locate the long-lost fortune.
But now the bustling amusement park “Treasure Isle” sits atop the buried booty! Join the crew of the flying Cutlass on a wild roller coaster to discover where “X” marks the spot. Can Baltazar and company strike it rich before their tickets expire?
Vividly illustrated like an animated film, this colorful adventure features a legendary cast of characters. Fondly remembering family vacations gone by, pirate lovers of all ages will enjoy this marvelous joy ride.
$15.95 U.S.A.
www.immedium.com
Oliver Chin is the author of The Tales from the Chinese Zodiac series, Welcome to Monster Isle, Julie Black Belt, Timmy and Tammy’s Train of Thought, and The Adventures of WonderBaby. His family lives in San Francisco, California.
Justin Roth is a professional animator and graduate of the School of Visual Arts. He has contributed to animated TV series for Nickelodeon, Disney Channel, PBS, and 4Kids Entertainment. He lives in New York City.
“… gorgeously illustrated…If, as an adult, you have to read the same story every single night till your sanity gives way, this will be more pleasant than 99% of the competition.”—Fortean Times
“I LOVE IT. It’s my favorite book I’ve reviewed all year…With a mix of cute handmade sock-puppet-looking things [the afore-
mentioned Woollyhoodwinks] and whim-sical sentences that shock and please with their originality...” —Cool Mom Picks
“Feldman’s artwork blends the classic stylings of 1950s Dis-ney with a modern design sensibility to create something both cutting edge and timeless.” —Cartoon Art Museum
Printed in Singapore
“It was a real treat to join Baltazar on his swashbuckling adventures with some high-spirited pirates! The illustrations fit perfectly with this story’s characters and draw readers into this amazingly animated world.”—Shirley Ly, Los Angeles Public Library
0201837815979
ISBN 978-1-59702-018-351595 >
ISBN 978-1-59702-018-3 $15.95 US
“Baltazar and the Flying Pirates takes both the parent and child on a fantastic visual adventure.”—David Derrick, artist, DreamWorks Feature Animation
“Justin is an exceptional draftsman and illustrator. The quality he puts into his work is second to none!” —Patrick Tuorto, former Walt Disney Feature Animator
www.immedium.com
Ch
in • R
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FLYIN
G P
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Treasure Isle
Written by Oliver ChinIllustrated by Justin Roth
Ages ago, the legendary pirate, Greybeard, hid a treasure chest from his fellow swashbucklers, the beautiful Captain Redlocks, and her infamous Corsairs. Tonight she recruits Greybeard’s descendant, young Baltazar, to help locate the long-lost fortune.
But now the bustling amusement park “Treasure Isle” sits atop the buried booty! Join the crew of the flying Cutlass on a wild roller coaster to discover where “X” marks the spot. Can Baltazar and company strike it rich before their tickets expire?
Vividly illustrated like an animated film, this colorful adventure features a legendary cast of characters. Fondly remembering family vacations gone by, pirate lovers of all ages will enjoy this marvelous joy ride.
$15.95 U.S.A.
www.immedium.com
Oliver Chin is the author of The Tales from the Chinese Zodiac series, Welcome to Monster Isle, Julie Black Belt, Timmy and Tammy’s Train of Thought, and The Adventures of WonderBaby. His family lives in San Francisco, California.
Justin Roth is a professional animator and graduate of the School of Visual Arts. He has contributed to animated TV series for Nickelodeon, Disney Channel, PBS, and 4Kids Entertainment. He lives in New York City.
“… gorgeously illustrated…If, as an adult, you have to read the same story every single night till your sanity gives way, this will be more pleasant than 99% of the competition.”—Fortean Times
“I LOVE IT. It’s my favorite book I’ve reviewed all year…With a mix of cute handmade sock-puppet-looking things [the afore-
mentioned Woollyhoodwinks] and whim-sical sentences that shock and please with their originality...” —Cool Mom Picks
“Feldman’s artwork blends the classic stylings of 1950s Dis-ney with a modern design sensibility to create something both cutting edge and timeless.” —Cartoon Art Museum
Printed in Singapore
“It was a real treat to join Baltazar on his swashbuckling adventures with some high-spirited pirates! The illustrations fit perfectly with this story’s characters and draw readers into this amazingly animated world.”—Shirley Ly, Los Angeles Public Library
0201837815979
ISBN 978-1-59702-018-351595 >
ISBN 978-1-59702-018-3 $15.95 US
“Baltazar and the Flying Pirates takes both the parent and child on a fantastic visual adventure.”—David Derrick, artist, DreamWorks Feature Animation
“Justin is an exceptional draftsman and illustrator. The quality he puts into his work is second to none!” —Patrick Tuorto, former Walt Disney Feature Animator
www.immedium.com
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