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Marcel the Shell with Shoes On: Things About Me Hardcover – Picture Book, November 1, 2011

by Jenny Slate (Author), Dean Fleischer-Camp (Author)
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Join little Marcel the Shell with shoes and a big heart on his first picture book adventure! From the brilliant minds of comedian and actress Jenny Slate and writer and director Dean Fleischer-Camp comes the utterly charming, impossibly small, lovable mollusk marvel.

Beloved online sensation, classic picture book character and now the star of a major motion picture, Marcel is an adorable one-inch-tall shell who ekes out a colorful existence. He wears a lentil as a hat and hang-glides on a Dorito, and though he may be small, he knows he has a lot of good qualities like his pretty awesome imagination.

Marcel’s millions of fans and young readers can learn more about this adorable creature and his wonderfully peculiar world in his literary debut.

“Marcel the Shell is a mollusk on the rise.” — People
“We basically can’t get enough Marcel–ever.” — Glamour
“Our favorite anthropomorphic shell.” — Entertainment Weekly
“Delightful.” — TIME
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    Kindergarten - 3
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    Razorbill
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    November 1, 2011
  9. ISBN-10
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Jenny Slate is an actress, stand-up comedian, and the New York Times bestselling author of Little Weirds. She has been in many movies and TV shows and also plays many cartoon animals. Jenny is a graduate of Columbia University and has a young heart and an antique soul. She lives in Massachusetts and California, with her husband Ben, her daughter Ida, and their dog Sally.

Dean Fleischer Camp is a writer, director, editor and New York Times-bestselling author. Since directing internet sensation MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON in 2010, Camp’s work in film and television has been profiled in virtually every major American media outlet. His first feature film, the experimental documentary FRAUD (2018), was released to widespread controversy and acclaim after fighting broke out among attendees at its HotDocs world premiere. Described as a “brilliantly provocative”(Filmmaker) and “exhilarating”(Sight+Sound) “masterwork”(IDA’s Documentary Magazine) that “pushes the boundaries of documentary”(Variety), the film has since developed a cult following and is routinely used in educational settings to promote media literacy. His first narrative feature film, 2022’s MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON, starring Jenny Slate, Isabella Rossellini, and Lesley Stahl, will mark distributor A24’s first animated film and its first family film. As a commercial director, Camp has created content for HBO, TBS, Comedy Central, Kellogg’s, P&G, and others. He lives in Los Angeles with his dog, a terrier named Arthur.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Razorbill; First Edition (November 1, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1595144552
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1595144553
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years, from customers
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.21 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.38 x 0.38 x 11.25 inches
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Terra
5.0 out of 5 stars Marcel is the real deal.
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2011
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When I first discovered Marcel about a year ago, I was eighteen. I was immediately in love. Now, he has a second short, an iPhone app, and a book, and I couldn't be happier.

Marcel embodies the type of existence which I aim to live myself. He is kind, funny, and talented, and he lives at very low means (he "drives" a ~bug~). More importantly, though, is the quiet confidence he exudes. He IS tiny and he IS seemingly insignificant, yet he has found the facets of him that make him special (his voice, for instance), and he sees value in them- leading others to see value in them AND him. And that's a lesson I think every person needs; that regardless of the significance of your job or the weightiness of your talents or your place in the world, with a little kindness and self-confidence, it will be apparent to others that you ARE worthwhile, unique, and beautiful. Sometimes it's hard with all of the other struggling people in the world to remember this. Marcel so gently and so eloquently gives every one of us a pat on the back and reminds us to "like ourselves." He perfectly represents that little voice in us that nudges us to go forth and keep moving, even if there is no obvious reason to. The Marcel movies and book will ever so slightly shift your perception of the world and of yourself to just a little sunnier a vista.

And on top of all of this, he is so painfully adorable that when you read about his life in this beautifully crafted book, your heart will surely swell to double its size.

"Guess why I smile all the time."
"Why?"
"Because it's worth it."
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Daniel P
5.0 out of 5 stars Marcel is sooo cute
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2022
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I loved the book and reading it to my grandkids, but the movie, UGH even the youngest 4 yrs old, couldn't

send his voice, THEY said it was irritating, way too high!! i suggest redoing the movie with a better voice, and aaybe you will have a HIT! he is just too cute for words!
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Amber Wong
5.0 out of 5 stars Got an autographed copy!!!
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2022
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Book arrived super fast! To my complete surprise it was autographed, which was so cool!! Pages are falling out, but it is in good condition aside from that.
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Marie
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute and heartwarming
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2022
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My four year old son absolutely adores Marcel. Thank goodness the story is entertaining for adults too! 🐚👟👟❤️
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Debra L. K. Maslov
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute gift item!
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2022
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I bought for my son who loved the movie. Very sweet book.
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Jennifer D
5.0 out of 5 stars Lint is a Shell's Best Friend
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2015
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I just love Marcel . . . I found him on YouTube while avoiding writing a report at work, and have followed his adventures ever since. I was thrilled to realize that in addition to home video star, he was also an author! Thus, my 6 year old niece received both his books for the holidays, and she and Grandma have read them together many times. My niece was able to read the cursive writing (not print) in the book, and has concluded that it is Marcel's writing. Which is a pretty big feat since his whole family needs to hold the pencil. Okay, I'm kind of tired now . . . I think I will go lie down in my bread-room.
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beth williams
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet, charming, and a lot of other good qualities as well
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2011
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I sent this children's book to my college freshman to give her lift during her final exams. She brought it home and my first-grader loved it so much that she reads it every night. Last week I read it to the high school seniors that I teach during our homeroom break, and they were as enthralled as a group of kindergarteners. Marcel's musings in this book are very similar to the two videos, with some new material included. The illustrations are detailed and lovely, with Marcel's sweet humor threading the scenes together.We all loved the glimpse you get of Marcel's grandmother! If you don't know Marcel, go to YouTube and watch the two videos. If he makes you smile, buy the book. If you don't love him, pass on this purchase.
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"jaayhimself"
5.0 out of 5 stars Daughter loves it
Reviewed in Canada on December 4, 2023
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My daughter lives and quotes this book all the time. Very well printed. Highly recommend
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SJ94
5.0 out of 5 stars The Starter of Everything.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 22, 2023
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Very cute and funny series.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Marcel at his best
Reviewed in Canada on December 26, 2022
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My mom adores Marcel, so I gave her this book for Christmas and she was delighted. Arrived in perfect condition. Great quality book and a sweet, entertaining bedtime story for any age. It has absolutely wonderful pictures to go with the story.
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Kirsty Caldwell
5.0 out of 5 stars perfect
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 6, 2014
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fantastic product :) bought it for a friend for his birthday (he is 24 but we're big fans of Marcel) so this was a perfect gift. This book has beautiful artwork inside too if that sways anybody :)
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DM07
5.0 out of 5 stars Hilariously entertaining. Just like the video
Reviewed in Canada on March 26, 2019
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I was so stoked to find this online. I used to watch this video on repeat in university when I needed a good laugh. Bought for a friend for a shower and I’m super happy I did.
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