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In "Hungry! Hungry! Hungry!", a young boy witnesses a mischievous goblin sneak through his house, searching for something to eat. The tale captures the child's wonder and the goblin’s playful thievery, blending humor with a touch of imagination that appeals to young readers.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Malachy Doyle
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