Books like The Seems by John Hulme
In "The Seems", 12‑year‑old Becker Drane finds himself recruited by a hidden parallel universe that governs every aspect of everyday life. Assigned to the Department of Sleep, Becker faces a disastrous glitch threatening the world's ability to nap. With humor and adventure, the story follows his attempts to restore the essential function while exploring the mechanics of time, space, and technology that keep society running smoothly.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: John Hulme
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