The Pinchers
The Pinchers are a proud family of villains, going back three generations. Theo loves his family, but he just doesn’t fit in. He cannot lie or cheat to save his life . . . but could he to save his family?
This witty, energetic series about one very law-abiding child born to a family of robbers combines adventure, silliness, and the familiar day-to-day of family life with comical results. The accessible, illustrated short novels are a perfect bridge to independent reading.
This award-winning, bestselling series has sold more than 300,000 copies in Sweden, where it has a TV series and a feature film in development (in English).
Praise for The Pinchers:
“If you are looking for a goofy, good fun beginning chapter book reader series, pinch this book. Criminally good writing, illustrations, and design.”—Jon Scieszka, US National Ambassador for Young Peoples Literature
“Ingenious, well-written and with absolutely wonderful illustrations. We enjoy stories where we both giggle and nod thoughtfully . . . . Criminally good!” Crimetime Award for Children’s Detective of the Year 2022
| Title | Season | © | Add to Cart |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pinchers and the Curse of the Egyptian Cat | Soon! Spring 2025 | 2025 | |
| The Pinchers and the Diamond Heist | New! Spring 2024 | 2024 | |
| The Pinchers and the Dog Chase | New! Fall 2024 | 2024 |
- Available in limited formats
- Soon! Spring 2025
- New! Fall 2024
- New! Spring 2024
| Title | Season | © | Add to Cart |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pinchers — Hardcover Set | New! Spring 2024 | 2024 |
- Available in limited formats
- Soon! Spring 2025
- New! Fall 2024
- New! Spring 2024
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The Pinchers
The Pinchers are a proud family of villains, going back three generations. Theo loves his family, but he just doesn’t fit in. He cannot lie or cheat to save his life . . . but could he to save his family? This witty, energetic series about one very… View →