Chad Sell grew up in a small town in central Wisconsin. He lived in
a neighborhood much like the Cardboard Kingdom, where he and his
friends bounded through backyards in imaginative games and outfits.
He also drew a lot and came up with all kinds of colorful
characters. His favorites were often the villains, because despite
being different and misunderstood, they were powerful and
confident, and they got the best costumes. Chad lives in Chicago
with his husband and two cats.
Follow the creators of the kingdom on Twitter at @TheCardboardK.
"Sell's cheerful, friendly artistic style... will appeal to fans of
Victoria Jamieson. A breath of fresh air."—Kirkus
Reviews, starred review
"Readers may be inspired to craft their own cardboard kingdom after
finishing the book. A must-have."—School Library
Journal, starred review
"Imagination, these kids prove, can erase what seem like
unbridgeable differences."—Publishers Weekly, starred
review
"Vibrant and rich.... A cross between
Stevenson’s Nimona and Raina Telgemeier’s
characters"—Bulletin, starred review
"This easy-reading story offers—in a fun, engaging package—a
meaningful commentary on the importance of childhood
games."—Booklist, starred review
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