'SilverFin' is First Young Bond Graphic Novel

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Details were first unveiled on CBn way back April of 2005 for a Young Bond graphic novel series based on the characters from Charlie Higson’s successful novels.

According to Higson at the time: ‘The hardest thing when writing SilverFin was picturing the young Bond in my mind. We have so many different images of Bond as man, what would he have looked like as a boy? I was really pleased that we managed to get an artist as good as Kev Walker to imagine him for me. Now I know what he looks like. Kev’s also done a fantastic job of making the thirties look cool and exciting for a modern audience. Young Bond and his world have really come alive.’ Now, almost a year later, the series is getting up on its feet.

The Young Bond Dossier reports that SilverFin will be the first graphic Young Bond novel, with artwork illustrations provided by Kev Walker. Higson has also revealed that he might be ‘writing the adaption [him]self if I have time.’

The SilverFin Young Bond graphic novel is reportedly due out at the end of 2006.

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'Blood Fever' Shipping Early In US

Charlie Higson’s Blood Fever

Here is a surprise treat for Young James Bond fans. Blood Fever, the second 007 novel in a planned series of five by Charlie Higson is now shipping early from Barnes & Noble – reports The Young Bond Dossier. Order now as the Amazon.com page still lists the book as not shipping until the 1 June 2006 release date.

In Blood Fever, Young James Bond will travel to Sardinia, where he becomes engaged in a plot of art theft, bandits, pirates, a powerful villain and more. The novel is currently discounted 20% on BN.com to $13.56.

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Bonding with Charlie Higson on US Tour in May

Young Bond fans in the US take notice! Charlie Higson, author of the very successful SilverFin and Blood Fever will be making three appearances in the US during May to promote his two Young James Bond novels, most especially Blood Fever, which is due for release in the US on 1 June 2006. The Young Bond Dossier reports that he will be stopping at San Francisco, Seattle and Chicago for signings and readings.

San Francisco – Wednesday 17 May
Keplers
7:30 PM (arrive at 7:00 PM)
For further information, phone 650 324 4321 or visit http://www.keplers.com/

Seattle – Friday 19 May
Third Place Books
10:30 AM
For further information, phone 206 366 3333 or visit http://www.thirdplacebooks.com/

Chicago – Monday 22 May
Andersons Bookshop
7:00 PM
For further information, phone 630 355 2665 or visit http://www.andersonsbookshop.com/

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Young Bond Stunt Academies Will Return

The official Young Bond website has revealed that, following the success of the first Young Bond Stunt Academy, held to coincide with the publication of Blood Fever, Ian Fleming Publications and Stunt Action have announced they are planning further Young Bond Stunt Adademies to train budding 007s.

The next two will be held at the Guardian Hay Festival in Hay-On-Wye, Wales on 4 June 2006. The morning Academy will occur between 10:00am and 1:00pm and the afternoon Academy between 2:00pm and 5:00pm.

The Academies are open to children of 11 to 16 years of age and cost £20 per person.

The Academies will train wannabe spies in the stunts of Charlie Higson’s second Young Bond novel, Blood Fever.

More information and booking details are available from the Hay Festival website.

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'SilverFin' Slithers Across Europe

Now into its 11th printing in the UK, Charlie Higson’s bestselling first Young Bond novel SilverFin is slowly rolling out worldwide. Here’s a look at some of the international editions along with their cover art.

Italy: Published by Mondadori Junior and translated by Stefano Valenti with cover art designed by Daniele Orizio with Fernando Ambrosi as art director. (COVER RIGHT)

Germany: Called Stille Wasser sind tödlich (Silent Waters Are Deadly) this German edition by Arena was published half a year after the original UK release. Arena has just published Young Bond Book 2: Blood Fever. (CLICK FOR COVER ART)

Hungary: Published by Gloria Kiadó and translated by István Kovács, the book is a hardcover-only that appeared around Christmas last year. The cover art is by Hungarian artist Judit Beck. According to CBN Forum member The Cat, “[SilverFin] wasn’t exactly a great success so there aren’t many copies out there and chances of a reprint are slim.” (COVER ART)

The Netherlands: This Dutch paperback was released by pimento kinderboeken in 2006. Pimento kinderboeken has also launched their own Young Bond page on their official website. (COVER LEFT)

France: Released as Opération silverfin: la jeunesse de james bond by Gallimard Jeunesse. Unlike recent international editions which have opted for a new cover design featuring Hellebore’s castle on Loch Silverfin, this French edition returns to the traditional eel art. (CLICK FOR COVER)

Sweden: Tiden released SilverFin as Silverfena in March 2006. (CLICK FOR COVER)

SilverFin has also been published in Norway (CLICK FOR COVER) and in Portugal (CLICK FOR COVER ).

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Source: The Young Bond Dossier

'SilverFin' US Audiobook Now Shipping

The US audiobook edition of Charlie Higson’s first Young Bond novel, SilverFin is now shipping from amazon.com. It can currently be ordered at a discounted price of $23.31.

Unlike the UK audiobook edition which is narrated by author Charlie Higson himself, this US edition will be narrated by English actor Nathaniel Parker. The US audiobook is released by Listening Library (a division of Random House).

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'SilverFin' Paperback Officially Released In US

‘SilverFin’ U.S. Paperback Artwork

The US paperback edition of Charlie Higson’s first Young Bond novel, SilverFin has officially been released in US stores.

While initially set for a 1 April 2006 release date, some copies slipped out early on amazon.com. For the Bond fans waiting to obtain this novel from their local bookstores, now is the time to start shopping for it. It is published by Miramax and retails for $6.99. Note that this is not to be confused with the more rare Special Edition US paperback edition which was revealed by The Young Bond Dossier and CBn.

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Order the U.S. paperback edition of SilverFin from Amazon.com

Pre-order the U.S. hardback edition of Blood Fever from Amazon.com (1 June 2006)

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Upcoming Charlie Higson Appearances In May

For fans of Young Bond, author Charlie Higson will be making two appearances in May to promote his two novels, SilverFin and Blood Fever – reports The Young Bond Dossier.

The author will be appearing at two events which are apart of the Guardian Hay Festival. The first, on 29 May, will feature Charlie Higson joining judges Kate Thompson and Julia Eccleshare at the Guardian Prize Party. The second, on the 30th, will feature an introduction to Young Bond with an interview between Higson and critic Damian Kelleher. Both events are £4. Arrangements can be made through http://www.hayfestival.com or 0870 990 1299.

Guardian Prize Party
4pm, 29 May, 2006
Cost: £4
For further information, phone 0870 990 1299 or visit http://www.hayfestival.com

Young Bond Interview with Damian Kelleher
1pm, 30 May, 2006
Cost: £4
For further information, phone 0870 990 1299 or visit http://www.hayfestival.com

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'SilverFin' Special Edition US Paperback

‘SilverFin’ U.S. Paperback Artwork

As previously reported by CBn and The Young Bond Dossier, a somewhat odd US paperback version of Charlie Higson’s first Young Bond novel, SilverFin was found through the online auction site, eBay. With the true official US paperback shipping from amazon, CBn is now able to compare the two, and confirm that there are indeed two versions of this edition.

Both editions of the US SilverFin paperback share the same cover art (pictured right). The real differences are that the “Special” paperback edition is shorter when compared the regular edition, and that the price of the “Special” edition is $4.99, while the regular edition has a price of $6.99. The ISBN on the back cover of the “Special” edition is 142310113-8, while the regular edition’s ISBN is 07868366-3. Lastly are the two most important differences: the “Special” edition indeed has the words “SPECIAL EDITION” in red on the back cover as well as the front inner flap. Finally, the “Special” edition features a preview of Blood Fever at the end of the book, while the regular edition does not.

Thanks to some further investigations by The Young Bond Dossier, it turns out that this edition is most likely a Scholastic Book Fair title with the lower price. For a picture of this “Special” edition of SilverFin, check out The Young Bond Dossier.

Just how rare is this US “Special” paperback edition of SilverFin? Only time will tell. Stay tuned for all the latest Literary 007 news and coverage.

Order the U.S. regular paperback edition of SilverFin from Amazon.com

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Final 'Blood Fever' U.S. Cover Art Revealed

Final Blood Fever U.S. Cover Art

The official Young Bond website has revealed the final cover art for the U.S. hardcover edition of Charlie Higson’s second Young Bond novel, Blood Fever. The new jacket features a stunning illustration by artist Kev Walker.

This comes as quite a surprise as the cover art show on Amazon.com and on the U.S. proof features the mosquito motif from the UK edition. (CLICK HERE to see the old artwork.)

The website also announced that an American version of the official website will be launching in April to coincide with the paperback release of SilverFin. U.S. based Young Bond fans will now be able to experience U.S. specific news through youngbond.com.

The Blood Fever hardcover will be released in June 2006. Unlike the U.S. SilverFin, it will not be edited for content.

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Source: The Young Bond Dossier