Night of the Living Worms

Night of the Living Worms is a humorous children's book by Dave Coverly that tells the story of a young worm named Speedy who loves comic books and dreams of being a superhero. One night, Speedy and his friends witness a mysterious spaceship crash in their garden home, which leads to the appearance of zombie worms. These undead creatures threaten the peace of the garden, and Speedy sees this as his chance to become the hero he's always wanted to be. With a mix of bravery, creativity, and humor, Speedy and his companions work together to save their home from the night of the living worms. The book combines elements of adventure, comedy, and friendship, making it an entertaining read for children. What's a bird to do when his sibling is a big-time celebrity? It's a question Speed Bump has to deal with every single morning because his brother happens to be the one and only Early Bird. You know, THE Early Bird, who ALWAYS gets the worm! Unfortunately, Speed Bump is a sleepy little bird with a big head and tiny wings who's worried he'll never live up to his brother. But he has a great buddy, the ever-hungry Slingshot, who knows how to lift his spirits. Together, they end up on an adventure deep in the nighttime forest, where they're forced to confront something more terrifying--and slimier--than they've ever imagined. It could all go horribly wrong . . . or it could just change Speed Bump's luck for good. Night of the Living Worms is a laugh out loud adventure that's perfect for younger readers. From award-winning cartoonist Dave Coverly, the hilarious, zany illustrations and addictive humor of this chapter book series will be sure to delight.