Barry Saves Christmas
(Author) Stephen ManganA high-energy, brilliantly silly, fully illustrated festive adventure story by much-loved actor Stephen Mangan and talented artist Anita Mangan. A high-energy, brilliantly silly, fully illustrated festive adventure story by much-loved actor Stephen Mangan and talented artist Anita Mangan. Barry is a St Bernard dog who much prefers snoozing and farting in front of a cosy fire than going on daring rescue missions through high winds, driving snow and avalanches. On Christmas Eve, his humans Carrie and Laurence find a top-secret network of underground tunnels accessed by climbing into postboxes - and there's an extra special twist! The tunnels are designed for squirrels to transport presents from Father Christmas' workshop in the North Pole to all the children of the world. When a mysterious elf seems set on sabotaging the tunnels, the kids and Barry must stop him and SAVE CHRISTMAS! This funniest festive adventure is a must-read spin on The Night Before Christmas From the bestselling creators of The Fart That Changed the World and The Day I Fell Down the Toilet A laugh out loud celebration of the magic of Christmas More Praise for Stephen & Anita's books: "Brilliant, clever, kind of genius"Graham Norton "Manages to feel both classic and modern at the same time"Good Housekeeping "A beautiful and exciting adventure that ignites the imagination"Edith Bowman Stephen Manganis a bestselling author, actor and presenter. His comic gift is seen in shows such as Green Wing, I'm Alan Partridgeand Episodes. Stephen appears in drama such as BBC One's The Splitand regularly performs on stage in roles such as a much-praised Scrooge in The Old Vic's A Christmas Carol. Stephen presents Portrait and Landscape Artist of the Yearand new gameshows Passwordand The Fortune Hotel. He is a guest presenter on Pointlessand Have I Got News for You. Anita Manganis a successful illustrator and designer whose remarkable artwork sparks with wit and style. She worked for Comic Reliefbefore becoming a designer and illustrator. Since then, she has worked on award-winning books and the bestselling "Be a Unicorn, Sloth, Flamingo..."series - as well as illustrating Stephen's children's novels. Stephen and Anita have appeared together on Celebrity Gogglebox
Stephen Mangan
Stephen Mangan is a British actor and comedian known for his work in film, television, and theatre. He has starred in popular TV shows such as "Green Wing," "Episodes," and "The Split," showcasing his talent for both comedy and drama. Mangan has also appeared in numerous stage productions, earning critical acclaim for his performances.
In terms of literature, Mangan has contributed to the world of audiobooks, lending his voice to various projects. His engaging delivery and versatility as a performer have made him a sought-after narrator for a wide range of genres.
One of Mangan's most famous works is his role as Sean Lincoln in the hit TV series "Episodes," where he portrayed a British writer struggling to adapt to the Hollywood industry. This role showcased Mangan's comedic timing and ability to bring depth to complex characters.
Overall, Stephen Mangan's contributions to literature and the entertainment industry have solidified his reputation as a versatile and talented performer.
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