The Eoin Colfer's Legend Of Spud Murphy

Best-selling author Eoin Colfer brings us this brilliant new series for younger children, age 7 and up. Acclaimed cartoonist Glenn McCoy lends his wickedly funny illustrations and takes us on an unforgettable trip through the world of Spud Murphy.

Eoin Colfer (pronounced "Owen") (born May 14, 1965) is an Irish author. Eoin Colfer grew up in Wexford, Ireland, along with his four brothers, Paul, Eamon, Donal, and Niall. He first developed a passion for writing in primary school, reading viking books inspired by his history lessons at the time. His father was a primary school teacher, as well as an artist and historian. His mother is a drama teacher. In 1986, Colfer became a Primary School teacher, but continued to write in his free time.