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Tashi
There Once Was a Boy Called Tashi
Adventurous little Tashi faces a terrible ogre who is threatening his village in this 12th installment of the Tashi series. As he endeavors to recover the ogre€™s stolen pet from the evil Baron and protect his village from being eaten, Tashi's tales of derring-do convey themes of bravery, ingenuity, and loyalty.
- GenresPicture BooksChildrens
32 pages, Hardcover
First published September 1, 2006
About the author
Anna Fienberg
116 books64 followersAnna Fienberg grew up in a house filled with books. Her mother was a teacher librarian who relished stories as much as chocolates. 'On Sunday mornings we'd all lie in bed with our books, lost in magical wardrobes, witches’ spells, genies’ magic… What we were going to read next was just as important in our family as what was for lunch!' says Anna.
Anna started writing stories when she was eight, but never imagined being an author. She studied psychology, fascinated by the dark world of dreams. She gave up counseling after an unfortunate incident with an enraged man and a chair (he missed!), began writing and scored the best job in the world. 'Working for School Magazine was a treat,' Anna says. 'I couldn't believe you could get paid for sitting back comfortably in your chair, cappuccino in hand, reading over a thousand books a year. Heaven!' Of course, as an editor she also had to write reviews and articles, stories and plays. One of those stories for School Magazine later became her first book.
Anna started writing stories when she was eight, but never imagined being an author. She studied psychology, fascinated by the dark world of dreams. She gave up counseling after an unfortunate incident with an enraged man and a chair (he missed!), began writing and scored the best job in the world. 'Working for School Magazine was a treat,' Anna says. 'I couldn't believe you could get paid for sitting back comfortably in your chair, cappuccino in hand, reading over a thousand books a year. Heaven!' Of course, as an editor she also had to write reviews and articles, stories and plays. One of those stories for School Magazine later became her first book.
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Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews
December 31, 2023
yes I read a picture book to complete my 2023 reading goal and yes it did slap
May 28, 2020
Ogres, magic and adventure: a fun instalment in the Tashi series.
April 27, 2012
Set in India, Tashi is a boy who's not afraid of most things, until he meets an especially mean ogre. He and his companion, Lotus Blossom, come up with a plan to turn his rage into something a bit more palatable. Beautiful paintings to support the story, but the story itself is not engaging and a bit confusing in parts.
October 9, 2012
*REVIEWED FOR PUBLISHER*
Tashi is an inquisitive fellow who will delight both toddlers and young readers. The bold print is clear and easily read and the accompanying pictures are delightful. This fable of a courageous young boy imparts a lovely lesson – that with a little bravery and understanding, we can find the best in others. Highly recommended.
Tashi is an inquisitive fellow who will delight both toddlers and young readers. The bold print is clear and easily read and the accompanying pictures are delightful. This fable of a courageous young boy imparts a lovely lesson – that with a little bravery and understanding, we can find the best in others. Highly recommended.
March 19, 2008
Great book. It keeps you wanting to read it on and on 'till it ends. Several stories in one. Weird book.
February 16, 2011
Very good book for 7-11 yrs and takes you on an amazing and breathtaking adventure.
Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews