Language: English
Published by Arundel Books, Seattle & Los Angeles, 2004
ISBN 10: 0923980830 ISBN 13: 9780923980832
First Edition
Paperback (stapled). Condition: New. First Edition. This astoundingly funny and inspiring collection of poems was written byVeronica Markey, age 5 (the author is now 6). Far more than a novelty, thecollection is a testament to the creativity of young minds. This book willentertain and encourage parents, children, and poetry lovers of all ages.The title poem reads: "Pretty is Hard: Let's dress up like we are prettypeople today let's get started right now it's going to take a long timebecause pretty is hard.".
Language: English
Published by Arundel Books, Los Angeles & Seattle, 2004
ISBN 10: 0923980830 ISBN 13: 9780923980832
Seller: Vashon Island Books, Vashon, WA, U.S.A.
First Edition
Paperback (stapled). Condition: Very Good. First Edition. This astoundingly funny and inspiring collection of poems was written by Veronica Markey, age 5. Far more than a novelty, the collection is a testament to the creativity of young minds. This book will entertain and encourage parents, children, and poetry lovers of all ages. The title poem reads: "Pretty is Hard: Let's dress up / like we are pretty people today / let's get started right now / it's going to take a long time / because pretty is hard". Size: 16mo - over 5¾" - 6¾" tall. Book.
Trade Paperback. Condition: New. No Jacket. First Edition. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. One of a small edition of the first printing of the author's first book. Author Veronica Markey, at four years of age, had a wonderful ear for language. 'Pretty is Hard. / Let's dress up / like we are pretty people today / let's get started right now / it's going to take a long time / because pretty is hard.' Pink wraps, die-cut cover. [20] pages.
Broadside. Condition: New. First Edition. One of 200 copies signed by author. A stunning collaboration between poet Becka Huvard and artist Veronica Markey. This is the author and artist's first collaboration, and is the author's first separately published work. Designed by Phil Bevis, the broadside is issued in a limited edition signed by the author. Measuring 12 x 18 inches, this work was issued in two different color palettes, both of which we stock (if you do not specify between blue or off-white, we will choose for you). The poem is written in memory of Hermione Matilda Stark.