The Chocolate Touch (Paperback)

The Chocolate Touch By Patrick Skene Catling, Margo Apple (Illustrator) Cover Image

The Chocolate Touch (Paperback)

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In this zany twist on the legend of King Midas and his golden touch, a boy acquires a magical gift that turns everything his lips touch into chocolate! Kids will eat this up for summer reading or anytime!

Can you ever have too much of your favorite food? John Midas is about to find out….

The Chocolate Touch has remained a favorite for millions of kids, teachers, and parents for several generations. It's an enjoyable story that pulls in even reluctant readers.


Born in London, Patrick Skene Catling was educated there and at Oberlin College in the United States. As a Royal Canadian Air Force navigator and as a journalist, he has traveled extensively. His present home is in the Republic of Ireland.

Product Details ISBN: 9780688161330
ISBN-10: 0688161332
Publisher: HarperCollins
Publication Date: May 23rd, 2006
Pages: 128
Language: English


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