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The Projectionist
Put down your nonsense device, because Bigfoot has written a bit of a corker (not that I'd tell him—it'd go straight to his head!) He wrote it for kids, but I reckon it's good for grown-ups too.
'The Projectionist'—that's what he's called it. Daft name, but you soon get the point—it's about a girl called Ceres who projects stories on a light beam from her left eye.
But, hey up, it only gets weirder, because Ceres lives in a place where stories are banned by a group named the Council, and they've planted this giant vine-thing that is killing off imagination, entangling her mother, and literally suffocating the town.
Then Ceres' projections pack up as well, and her head starts to hum—she goes on the run, and it all kicks off and turns proper wacky strange.
Anyway, I don't want to give away more, but suffice to say 'The Projectionist' is a remedy for any kind of thoughtslump in my humble opinion.
So go on: jump in, zing things up, and follow the dance of the Cheesemonger
...round
...and around
...and around.
'The Projectionist'—that's what he's called it. Daft name, but you soon get the point—it's about a girl called Ceres who projects stories on a light beam from her left eye.
But, hey up, it only gets weirder, because Ceres lives in a place where stories are banned by a group named the Council, and they've planted this giant vine-thing that is killing off imagination, entangling her mother, and literally suffocating the town.
Then Ceres' projections pack up as well, and her head starts to hum—she goes on the run, and it all kicks off and turns proper wacky strange.
Anyway, I don't want to give away more, but suffice to say 'The Projectionist' is a remedy for any kind of thoughtslump in my humble opinion.
So go on: jump in, zing things up, and follow the dance of the Cheesemonger
...round
...and around
...and around.
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 1, 2024
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About the author
Bigfoot
9 books14 followersBeyond the city, beyond the chirp of the nonsense device, Bigfoot roams The Wilds.
And as he roams, words and images and rivers of nonsense
gush through his mind
until he begins to write
his peculiar
most peculiar tales…
Nuff said. :)
For RUMOURS and a free secret ebook go to www.bigfoot-books.com
And as he roams, words and images and rivers of nonsense
gush through his mind
until he begins to write
his peculiar
most peculiar tales…
Nuff said. :)
For RUMOURS and a free secret ebook go to www.bigfoot-books.com
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February 16, 2025
*4,25
I received a copy of this ebook as part of Library Thing Early Reviewers.
"The Projectionist" tells us the story of Ceres, a girl that lives in a place where stories are banned by a group named the Council. Except Ceres projects stories on a light beam from her left eye.
I really really loved this book! Where to begin with?
It's quirky, fun and thought-provoking. Ir reminded me SO MUCH of Roald Dahl - so if his books are your cup of tea, you'll love "The Projectionist"!
Everything was eccentric - from the characters, to the setting. Th writing was immersive and visually appealing so I really felt like I was living in this strange world.
I would love if it had dive deeper into some side characters - like Cere's mother and Tooth Fairy. I was also left with lots of questions regarding the Council - who are they? why are they banning stories?
Overall, an imaginative and really fun story for both grown ups and children. Left me curious to read more from Bigfoot :)
Highly recommend it!
I received a copy of this ebook as part of Library Thing Early Reviewers.
"The Projectionist" tells us the story of Ceres, a girl that lives in a place where stories are banned by a group named the Council. Except Ceres projects stories on a light beam from her left eye.
I really really loved this book! Where to begin with?
It's quirky, fun and thought-provoking. Ir reminded me SO MUCH of Roald Dahl - so if his books are your cup of tea, you'll love "The Projectionist"!
Everything was eccentric - from the characters, to the setting. Th writing was immersive and visually appealing so I really felt like I was living in this strange world.
I would love if it had dive deeper into some side characters - like Cere's mother and Tooth Fairy. I was also left with lots of questions regarding the Council - who are they? why are they banning stories?
Overall, an imaginative and really fun story for both grown ups and children. Left me curious to read more from Bigfoot :)
Highly recommend it!
March 14, 2025
In a world where middle-grade fiction often follows predictable patterns, The Projectionist stands out as a refreshingly unique "dystopian dreamscape" story for young readers.
The story focusses on the art of storytelling (a true story within a story) and the value of human connection in an increasingly distracted world.
Through beautiful writing that makes both Ceres' stories and her own story come to life, imagination and reality blur in the most enchanting ways. The excellent world-building is detailed without being overwhelming, and the characters are both loveable and extremely strange, creating moments of whimsical wonder with a deeper theme at their core.
A wonderful book for readers of all ages about the power of storytelling, love, and remembering, making us question whether it's worth spending our time on all the "distractions" of modern life.
The story focusses on the art of storytelling (a true story within a story) and the value of human connection in an increasingly distracted world.
Through beautiful writing that makes both Ceres' stories and her own story come to life, imagination and reality blur in the most enchanting ways. The excellent world-building is detailed without being overwhelming, and the characters are both loveable and extremely strange, creating moments of whimsical wonder with a deeper theme at their core.
A wonderful book for readers of all ages about the power of storytelling, love, and remembering, making us question whether it's worth spending our time on all the "distractions" of modern life.
September 15, 2024
A wonderful, quirky story from the highly imaginative mind of Bigfoot. This book will have you rooting for the main character, Ceres, as she embarks on a journey of discovery in a world where stories are banned. Plenty of silliness to keep children entertained but with an emotional layer too. Both children and adults will love this book!
July 14, 2025
This book was entered in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards. This is what our readers thought:
Title: The Projectionist
Author: Bigfoot
Star Rating: 5 Stars
Number of Readers: 15
Stats
Editing: 10/10
Writing Style: 9/10
Content: 10/10
Cover: 4/5
Of the 15 readers:
15 would read another book by this author.
13 thought the cover was good or excellent.
15 felt it was easy to follow.
15 would recommend this book to another reader to try.
Of all the readers, 6 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘plotting a story’.
Of all the readers, 5 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘developing the characters’.
Of all the readers, 4 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘writing style’.
15 felt the pacing was good or excellent.
15 thought the author understood the readership and what they wanted.
Readers’ Comments
“A crazy world, oddball characters, and a bit of humour too. So, yes, this is a good book. I think the author knows what kids enjoy reading. It’s got to be a little crazy. This book’s a little crazy!.” Boy, aged 11
“I liked the characters – Ceres is the best – and the plot is interesting. I think there’s a strong message in the story about not getting lost in the internet which is clever. The author is a good writer, and the story is never difficult to follow. I’d say most 11 and 12 year olds would like it.” Boy, aged 12 – with a little help from his teacher
“The Vine is sort of the internet, and the book shows how addicted everybody gets – just like here. I think that’s sort of thought provoking.” Girl, aged 11 – with a little help from mum
“This book is a bit odd – but in a good way. It’s sort of fun how she can project a story from her eye. Handy superpower! I liked the story and how unpredictable it was” Boy, aged 12 – with a little help from his mum
To Sum It Up:
“A wonderfully fun and imaginative story for 9 – 12 year olds. A FINALIST and highly recommended!’ Wishing Shelf Book Awards
Title: The Projectionist
Author: Bigfoot
Star Rating: 5 Stars
Number of Readers: 15
Stats
Editing: 10/10
Writing Style: 9/10
Content: 10/10
Cover: 4/5
Of the 15 readers:
15 would read another book by this author.
13 thought the cover was good or excellent.
15 felt it was easy to follow.
15 would recommend this book to another reader to try.
Of all the readers, 6 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘plotting a story’.
Of all the readers, 5 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘developing the characters’.
Of all the readers, 4 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘writing style’.
15 felt the pacing was good or excellent.
15 thought the author understood the readership and what they wanted.
Readers’ Comments
“A crazy world, oddball characters, and a bit of humour too. So, yes, this is a good book. I think the author knows what kids enjoy reading. It’s got to be a little crazy. This book’s a little crazy!.” Boy, aged 11
“I liked the characters – Ceres is the best – and the plot is interesting. I think there’s a strong message in the story about not getting lost in the internet which is clever. The author is a good writer, and the story is never difficult to follow. I’d say most 11 and 12 year olds would like it.” Boy, aged 12 – with a little help from his teacher
“The Vine is sort of the internet, and the book shows how addicted everybody gets – just like here. I think that’s sort of thought provoking.” Girl, aged 11 – with a little help from mum
“This book is a bit odd – but in a good way. It’s sort of fun how she can project a story from her eye. Handy superpower! I liked the story and how unpredictable it was” Boy, aged 12 – with a little help from his mum
To Sum It Up:
“A wonderfully fun and imaginative story for 9 – 12 year olds. A FINALIST and highly recommended!’ Wishing Shelf Book Awards
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