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Coco: The Junior Novelization
This paperback novelization retells the whole story of Disney/Pixar's Coco, in theaters November 22, 2017!
Coco: The Junior Novelization retells the whole exciting movie and features eight pages of full-color scenes in this paperback novel. Despite his family's baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector (voice of Gael Garcia Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history. Directed by Lee Unkrich (Toy Story 3), co-directed by Adrian Molina (story artist Monsters University), and produced by Darla K. Anderson (Toy Story 3), Disney/Pixar's Coco opens in U.S. theaters on November 22, 2017.
Coco: The Junior Novelization retells the whole exciting movie and features eight pages of full-color scenes in this paperback novel. Despite his family's baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector (voice of Gael Garcia Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history. Directed by Lee Unkrich (Toy Story 3), co-directed by Adrian Molina (story artist Monsters University), and produced by Darla K. Anderson (Toy Story 3), Disney/Pixar's Coco opens in U.S. theaters on November 22, 2017.
144 pages, Paperback
First published October 10, 2017
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About the author
Angela Cervantes
14Ìýbooks136ÌýfollowersAngela Cervantes is the acclaimed Mexican American author of several popular children's novels including Lety Out Loud, which won a 2020 Pura Belpré Honor Award.
Her other award-winning children's novels include the Frida Kahlo-inspired mystery, Me, Frida and The Secret of the Peacock Ring; Allie, First At Last; and Gaby, Lost and Found. Her latest children’s novel is The Cursed Moon, which is the author's first scary book for kids and fifth book published by Scholastic.
Additionally, Angela authored the junior novelization for Disney/Pixar's animated-film, Coco and Disney's animated film, Encanto. She also collaborated with American Girl Dolls for the novel Maritza: Lead With Your Heart.
Angela’s short stories have been featured in Chicken Soup for The Latino Soul and the Young Adult anthology Beyond Borders: Growing Up Mexican in America.
Angela is a daughter of a retired elementary-school teacher who instilled in her a love for reading and storytelling. Angela writes from her home in Kansas City. When she's not writing, Angela enjoys reading, running, gazing up at clouds, and taking advantage of Taco Tuesdays.
To learn more about Angela and her books, visit her website at angelacervantes.com.
Her other award-winning children's novels include the Frida Kahlo-inspired mystery, Me, Frida and The Secret of the Peacock Ring; Allie, First At Last; and Gaby, Lost and Found. Her latest children’s novel is The Cursed Moon, which is the author's first scary book for kids and fifth book published by Scholastic.
Additionally, Angela authored the junior novelization for Disney/Pixar's animated-film, Coco and Disney's animated film, Encanto. She also collaborated with American Girl Dolls for the novel Maritza: Lead With Your Heart.
Angela’s short stories have been featured in Chicken Soup for The Latino Soul and the Young Adult anthology Beyond Borders: Growing Up Mexican in America.
Angela is a daughter of a retired elementary-school teacher who instilled in her a love for reading and storytelling. Angela writes from her home in Kansas City. When she's not writing, Angela enjoys reading, running, gazing up at clouds, and taking advantage of Taco Tuesdays.
To learn more about Angela and her books, visit her website at angelacervantes.com.
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November 27, 2017
I read this in an hour and a half because I was seeing the movie the next day and I loved every moment of it. Both the book and the movie were amazing and I look forward to owning this book in the future. The story of Coco was beautifully written, from the beloved characters to the jam-packed adventure you're tossed into and to the Mexican culture you are educated with throughout the story.
I really appreciated as a Mexican-American myself that Pixar also educated people during this film. Because we see so many people, especially white people who take our culture & do whatever they want with it, not knowing the stories or meanings behind Mexican culture & Dia de los Muertos. I hope with seeing this movie, people will realize that painting a sugar skull on your face isn't just COOL, it has a sacred meaning & should not be played with like a costume. Being educated is the best compliment or appreciative gesture you can make to a culture that is not your own.
I'd recommend reading both the book and watching the amazing film, it's a must-see & read!! - Richard
November 15, 2024
Soy un gran fanático de la pelÃcula Coco, asà que estaba emocionado por sumergirme en este libro mientras se celebraba DÃa de Muertos. Desafortunadamente, este libro, aunque se mantiene fiel a la historia de la pelÃcula, pierde todo el encanto que la pelÃcula ofrecÃa. Al autor parece no importarle en absoluto el entorno fÃsico de la historia, ni el encanto de un pueblo mexicano ni la absoluta grandeza, magia y brillo de la Tierra de los Muertos que la pelÃcula retrata tan vÃvidamente. Eso es un gran error en mi opinión; el lugar y el entorno de esta historia son tan fundamentales como los personajes y sus viajes. OmÃtelo y disfruta de la pelÃcula nuevamente.
December 9, 2017
The film was amazing - if you haven't watched it, go see it. I understand this is a junior novelization, but the writing was a bit flat and amateur; it would've been pretty confusing to those who don't speak Spanish or haven't watched the movie. If the pictures haven't been there, we wouldn't have known how each character looked like. One might even be confused about the family tree and who's who. No descriptions or explanations, nada. Capitalized words were also greatly overused, and I would've nodded along had this been a picture book. It's not as magical as I expected it to be either. However, I highly recommend everyone to watch the animation.
May 29, 2018
No hay mucho que decir de este libro, es la pelicula hecha libro, tal cual, con descripciones y todo, si ya viste la pelÃcula será ver otra vez a tus personajes favoritos...
Lo bello es tener esta maravillosa historia en texto. <3
Lo bello es tener esta maravillosa historia en texto. <3
January 8, 2018
I’m so glad that I read the book first before watching the movie! Miguel is young boy who just wants to be a musician. The only problem is music has been forbidden in his family since his great great grandfather ran off to become a musician and left his family behind. One thing leads to another and young Miguel finds himself in the spirit world on Day of the Dead.
His has to get his family’s blessing before he can return to the Land of the Living. I loved following Miguel’s journey as he uncovers a huge secret that changes his life and his family’s. Honestly, I wasn’t expecting to get as emotionally caught up in this book as I did. Keep some Kleenex handy because the last chapter will have you in tears.
Coco is such a sweet, powerful and moving story. It filled with lessons and reminders that both kids and adults need to learn/remember.
His has to get his family’s blessing before he can return to the Land of the Living. I loved following Miguel’s journey as he uncovers a huge secret that changes his life and his family’s. Honestly, I wasn’t expecting to get as emotionally caught up in this book as I did. Keep some Kleenex handy because the last chapter will have you in tears.
Coco is such a sweet, powerful and moving story. It filled with lessons and reminders that both kids and adults need to learn/remember.
March 1, 2022
Antara versi buku dengan versi film, dua-duanya sukses bikin mewek ih! Anjingnya Miguel, si Dante, lovable banget😂 Lucukk!
July 23, 2020
"Querido Coco...
Hoy te escribo para decirte que me encantó adentrarme en tus páginas y vivir esta aventura desde la parte literaria.
Algo que me molestó un poco fue que las frases más representativas de la pelÃcula (como "vive tu momento") fueron modificadas, también me molestó que se omitieran las partes musicales, ya que eso es lo que le da vida a la historia.
Pero bueno, fuera de eso disfruté mucho este viaje por la tierra de los muertos y por Santa Cecilia.
Me alegra que no haya cambiado nada de tus personajes y que la historia (aún sin canciones) siga siendo muy bonita.
Mi calificación para ti es de 3.5🌟
Tuya,
Esta lectora."
Pd. La lectura se disfruta más con la banda sonora de la pelÃcula de fondo. 😋
Hoy te escribo para decirte que me encantó adentrarme en tus páginas y vivir esta aventura desde la parte literaria.
Algo que me molestó un poco fue que las frases más representativas de la pelÃcula (como "vive tu momento") fueron modificadas, también me molestó que se omitieran las partes musicales, ya que eso es lo que le da vida a la historia.
Pero bueno, fuera de eso disfruté mucho este viaje por la tierra de los muertos y por Santa Cecilia.
Me alegra que no haya cambiado nada de tus personajes y que la historia (aún sin canciones) siga siendo muy bonita.
Mi calificación para ti es de 3.5🌟
Tuya,
Esta lectora."
Pd. La lectura se disfruta más con la banda sonora de la pelÃcula de fondo. 😋
July 3, 2018
Muy buena adaptación de una muy buena pelicula. Lo unico que quisiera mejorar es que sea mas largo el libro. No se como lo le hicieron los autores para que sea 150 paginas, pero se me pasaron rapido y me chuté el libro en unos 40 minutos. Pero todavÃa siguen los elementos importantes de la historia, asà que me gusta.
A great adaptation of a great film. The only thing I'd improve is the length of the story. I don't know how the authors were able to cram it all into 150 pages, but the story seemed to go by very fast and I finished the book in about 40 minutes. Even so, the important elements of the story remain and I'm happy about it.
A great adaptation of a great film. The only thing I'd improve is the length of the story. I don't know how the authors were able to cram it all into 150 pages, but the story seemed to go by very fast and I finished the book in about 40 minutes. Even so, the important elements of the story remain and I'm happy about it.
January 22, 2019
well, mungkin karena sudah menonton filmnya terlebih dahulu jadi saat membaca buku ini sudah terbayangbayang adegan berikutnya, serta semua gambaran tempat dan tokohnya, jadilah ga terlalu berkesan banget.
filmnya sendiri bagusss, megah, khas Disney Pixar, berwarna, lagulagunya juga bagus. yg saya bingung, kenapa pas baca novel dan nonton filmnya saya ga nangis, yaa, padahal sedih, loh, apalagi adegan Mama Coco dan Miguel, saya sedih, tapi kok ga nangis, tumben.
filmnya sendiri bagusss, megah, khas Disney Pixar, berwarna, lagulagunya juga bagus. yg saya bingung, kenapa pas baca novel dan nonton filmnya saya ga nangis, yaa, padahal sedih, loh, apalagi adegan Mama Coco dan Miguel, saya sedih, tapi kok ga nangis, tumben.
September 9, 2018
[LeÃdo en Inglés]: Una pelÃcula que me hizo llorar y este libro no fue la exepción, su historia es tan hermosa que no dudé en leerla a pesar de ya conocerla. Familia, confianza en uno mismo y la importancia de seguir tus sueños son unos de los pocos temas a tocar en este libro. La cultura mexicana que se representa es algo que me encantó y el que sea la base para todo es maravilloso.
September 24, 2024
It was really good and cute. It takes place during Dias De Los Muertos, Spanish for Day of The Dead. It’s a Mexican holiday where they honor their ancestors and those who have passed away. Coco takes you into the spirit world of Dias De Los Muertos, where Miguel discovers his family’s past.
It was a great read. Like reading the movie version, instead of watching the cartoon movie.
It was a great read. Like reading the movie version, instead of watching the cartoon movie.
September 29, 2020
Not gonna lie, this was a birthday gift and I used it as an excuse to dive into the world of Coco. Again. But I had fun, even if the full novelization is the one I recommend everyone read just for the extra content.
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December 24, 2024No lo califico porque lo leà para aprender. ¡Me enorgullece decir que lo escuché a una velocidad de 1.25x en el 30% final, a diferencia de la velocidad de 0.5x a la que escuché mi primer audiolibro en español que pasó en mayo!
October 24, 2017
Not much a fan of this book but it does give the whole movie story
January 9, 2018
A decent transliteration of the film into a novel.
January 29, 2018
This is the whole movie brings up to a book! Love it as much as the movie !
June 18, 2018
Es como leer la pelÃcula. Tiene más detalles y descripciones, pero es básicamente lo mismo.
Extrañé no poder leer las canciones que conforman esta bella pelÃcula, pero aún asà es un libro hermoso.
Extrañé no poder leer las canciones que conforman esta bella pelÃcula, pero aún asà es un libro hermoso.
August 9, 2018
The book was pretty good and I learned a bit about the Mexican culture but was a little bit confusing at some points but it had a lovely ending
December 20, 2022
A compact version of the movie. Easy to read and captures the plot of the story as shown in the movie.
Definitely one for young readers.
Definitely one for young readers.
January 5, 2023
kocham coco najmocniej na swiecie
April 2, 2023
I loved the movie. The book was ok. The photos were ok. But the movie is colorful, musical, and dramatic... as the story is. The story simply cannot be told to full effect in text.
December 2, 2023
Highly recommend the audiobook!
August 15, 2024
las imágenes q trae son lo q más me entusiasmó para leerlo
November 3, 2024
Muy bonita historia, aunque ya la conocÃa quise escuchar el audiolibro por este dÃa tan hermoso en nuestro querido México.
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November 7, 2024I liked this book 10/10(100%) it told a story about not hating music and finding your real purposse with music.
February 22, 2025
Listened to this in English and spanish to practice my Spanish
March 2, 2025
Diana López's version is way better, but I kept this one because I still like readng it, plus it comes with pictures.
June 10, 2025
One of Disney's most fun films becomes a novel for younger readers, and does so very well. A delightful read that touches the heart more than once.
October 18, 2018
I recently watched Coco for the first time and although I wasn’t expecting to like the film, I enjoyed it. It’s not one of my favourite films and I found it a little dark in places. I wasn’t sure what the novelization would be like, as like a lot of Disney/Pixar novelizations, there are whole scenes missing where the characters have burst into song.
I was pleasantly surprised by the novelization, as it wasn’t obvious that there were scenes missing/severely trimmed down, and the author (Angela Cervantes) has done a great job of making the book flow seamlessly.
It’s a nice quick read, although I’m a bit unsure of the 7-10 age range that Amazon lists, considering the dark undertone that is running through this film. Although children are a lot more resilient to death and stuff, I would maybe try reading or watching it with your child first. I am still thinking about the film and its messages days later. (Although, saying that, I had probably read all of the Narnia books by the age of 10 and particularly the last book, The Last Battle, deals a lot with death and the afterlife.)
I read the majority of this while in a dentist waiting room. It’s slightly longer than some of other junior Disney novelizations as it’s 137 pages, with the standard 8 pages of colour photographs.
I did find perhaps the last third of the book quite rushed, and it came across a lot more slower paced (in a good way) in the film. It seemed almost like the author had been told that she had to finish the book by a certain page number/amount of words.
I would definitely recommend this for your novelization collection or for reading with your kids after watching the film. Just prepare for some awkward questions to be asked.
I was pleasantly surprised by the novelization, as it wasn’t obvious that there were scenes missing/severely trimmed down, and the author (Angela Cervantes) has done a great job of making the book flow seamlessly.
It’s a nice quick read, although I’m a bit unsure of the 7-10 age range that Amazon lists, considering the dark undertone that is running through this film. Although children are a lot more resilient to death and stuff, I would maybe try reading or watching it with your child first. I am still thinking about the film and its messages days later. (Although, saying that, I had probably read all of the Narnia books by the age of 10 and particularly the last book, The Last Battle, deals a lot with death and the afterlife.)
I read the majority of this while in a dentist waiting room. It’s slightly longer than some of other junior Disney novelizations as it’s 137 pages, with the standard 8 pages of colour photographs.
I did find perhaps the last third of the book quite rushed, and it came across a lot more slower paced (in a good way) in the film. It seemed almost like the author had been told that she had to finish the book by a certain page number/amount of words.
I would definitely recommend this for your novelization collection or for reading with your kids after watching the film. Just prepare for some awkward questions to be asked.
May 12, 2021
O livro é baseado no filme de mesmo nome, em que conta a história de um menino de 12 anos chamado Miguel que sonha em ser um músico famoso como seu Ãdolo, Ernesto de la Cruz. No entanto, precisa enfrentar sua famÃlia que desaprova seu sonho e constantamente desmotiva o garoto. Deerminado a provar seu talento, Miguel acaba desencadeando uma série de eventos ligados a um mistério de 100 anos e indo parar no impressionante e colorido Mundo dos Mortos. Durante sua jornada, conhece Hector, e juntos partem em uma aventura extraordinária.
A história se passa no México e um ponto interessante dela é o uso de várias expressões tÃpicas da lÃngua, como Mamá e Papá, por exemplo. Além do fato muito interessante de o leitor poder entrar em contato com essa data comemorativa e com a diferença cultural entre a nossa e a mexicana, já que aqui no Brasil o dia dos mortos (finados) é um dia triste, enquanto no México é comemorado como um dia de festa. Os personagens são inserios e, como Miguel vai parar no Mundo dos Mortos, alguns personagens já falecidos aparecem, como Frida Kahlo, por exemplo. Fiquei impressionada com isso!
A história é muito linda e vale muito adentrá-la nesse momento de quarentena que estamos passando, em que até mesmo o ritmo de leitura está comprometido. Além da saúde mental, claro, que não tem estado nada boa para ninguém. Por isso devemos nos entreter com leituras mais leves! Fica a dica, então, de um livro curto que além de trazer belas mensagens de dedicação, busca aos sonhos, valores familiares, amor, perdão, nos ensina um pouco mais sobre a cultura mexicana. E aÃ, bora ler?
A história se passa no México e um ponto interessante dela é o uso de várias expressões tÃpicas da lÃngua, como Mamá e Papá, por exemplo. Além do fato muito interessante de o leitor poder entrar em contato com essa data comemorativa e com a diferença cultural entre a nossa e a mexicana, já que aqui no Brasil o dia dos mortos (finados) é um dia triste, enquanto no México é comemorado como um dia de festa. Os personagens são inserios e, como Miguel vai parar no Mundo dos Mortos, alguns personagens já falecidos aparecem, como Frida Kahlo, por exemplo. Fiquei impressionada com isso!
A história é muito linda e vale muito adentrá-la nesse momento de quarentena que estamos passando, em que até mesmo o ritmo de leitura está comprometido. Além da saúde mental, claro, que não tem estado nada boa para ninguém. Por isso devemos nos entreter com leituras mais leves! Fica a dica, então, de um livro curto que além de trazer belas mensagens de dedicação, busca aos sonhos, valores familiares, amor, perdão, nos ensina um pouco mais sobre a cultura mexicana. E aÃ, bora ler?
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