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Greenwillow Books (2025)

THE ESCAPE ARTIST

When Inky the octopus slipped out of his tank at the National Aquarium in New Zealand, his audacious escape made headlines around the world.  Thor Hanson’s funny, informational text and Galia Bernstein’s illuminating pictures showcase the intelligence and curiosity of this fascinating creature.

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Reviews

"A ­daring escape, an engaging hero, and a happy ending, along with the chance to learn more about the amazing octopus. This is an all-around winner, a tall tale that ­happens to be (­mostly) the truth."

— School Library Journal


“The “adventure” that made the octopus into a real-life global sensation is depicted in a splendid sequence: as the other aquatic creatures look on in amazement, Inky climbs out of his tank, slides across the floor, and daintily lifts a drain lid, slipping through it to the sea and a life of freedom. This should be cephalopod catnip for readers who are just beginning to feel the stirrings of independence, ingenuity, and curiosity about worlds waiting outside their own walls.” 

— Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)



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