Stitch Head #2 The Pirate's Eye

Ages 7 to 10, Grades 2 to 5

In this second book in the Stitch Head series, Stitch Head decides to venture outside the walls of Castle Grotteskew and risk his almost-life to find Mad Professor Erasmus, who is kidnapped by pirates. Features black-and-white gothic-inspired illustrations throughout.

Stitch Head is left in charge of Castle Grotteskew after his creator, Mad Professor Erasmus, forgets all about him. But when Professor Erasmus is kidnapped by pirates, Stitch Head decides to take a chance and venture outside the castle walls, risking his almost-life to find the professor. Will he, the Creature, and Arabella—a sharp-tongued young girl from Grubbers Nubbin who has befriended Stitch Head—be able to find and rescue the mad professor? Black-and-white gothic-inspired illustrations throughout.

Story Locale:Castle Grotteskew

Series Overview: Welcome to Castle Grotteskew, where Mad Professor Erasmus makes creatures out of spare parts and then casts them aside, looking to make bigger and better. Stitch Head, his first creation, has a heart of gold and is always willing to show the other monsters the ropes—and bail them out of trouble! Join Stich Head and the other occupants of the castle in this exciting series, full of adventures of an almost-lifetime!

About the Author

Guy Bass is an award-winning author who has written more than 30 books, including the series Dinkin Dings, Spynosaurs, and Skeleton Keys. He lives in London with his wife. Find out more at guybass.com @GuyBassBooks

Author Residence: London, UK

Author Hometown: London, UK

Pete Williamson is a self-taught artist and illustrator. He is best known for the award-winning The Raven Mysteries. He has illustrated more than 65 books written by authors including Francesca Simon, Steve Cole, Matt Haig, and Charles Dickens. He lives in Kent, England, with his family.

Illustrator Residence:Kent, UK

Illustrator Hometown:Kent, UK