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    Sing 2: The Junior Novelization (Illumination's Sing 2)
    Sing 2: The Junior Novelization (Illumination's Sing 2)
    Sing 2: The Junior Novelization (Illumination's Sing 2)
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    Sing 2: The Junior Novelization (Illumination's Sing 2)

    By David Lewman and Random House

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    This paperback junior novelization retells the exciting story of Illumination's Sing 2—in theaters December 2021!

    Get ready to hit the big time! In Illumination's Sing 2, can-do koala Buster Moon and his all-star cast of animal performers—including harried mother pig Rosita, rocker porcupine Ash, earnest gorilla Johnny, and more—have turned the New Moon Theater into a local hit, but Buster has his eyes on a bigger prize: to launch their most dazzling stage extravaganza yet in glamorous Redshore City, the glittering entertainment capital of the world. All the laughs, lights, and letdowns of the sequel film are retold in this digest junior novelization that's perfect for girls and boys ages 6 to 9. It includes a full-color insert full of bonus movie content!
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRandom House Children's Books
    Release dateDec 28, 2021
    ISBN9780593379011
    Sing 2: The Junior Novelization (Illumination's Sing 2)
    Author

    David Lewman

    David Lewman has written more than sixty-five books starring SpongeBob SquarePants, Jimmy Neutron, the Fairly OddParents, G.I. Joe, the Wild Thornberrys, and other popular characters. He has also written scripts for many acclaimed television shows. David lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Donna, and their dog, Pirkle.

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      Sing 2 - David Lewman

      Chapter 1

      Onstage at the New Moon Theater, the show was going well. The cast members were singing and dancing their hearts out. They all wanted this performance to be outstanding, since someone very important was in the audience.

      Backstage, Buster Moon, the optimistic koala in charge of the theater, pulled back a side curtain for a quick peek.

      So, Rosita, a pig in the cast, asked anxiously, is she here?

      Buster smiled and nodded. There. See the dog in the middle of the third row? That’s her. She’s supposed to be the best talent scout in show business. All the actors backstage crowded around Buster, trying to see how the scout was reacting to their show.

      I can’t tell if she’s enjoying it, said Meena, a young elephant with a beautiful singing voice.

      Come on, Buster said, stepping away from the curtain. Let’s get a better view.

      While other animals sang onstage, Buster led Rosita, Meena, a gorilla named Johnny, and another pig, Gunter, onto a platform. Buster pulled a lever, and the platform rose into the catwalk high above the stage. They stepped onto it, and from there they could clearly see the whole theater—backstage, onstage, and the entire audience.

      Miss Crawly, an elderly iguana with a glass eye, was already perched on the catwalk with a telescope, spying on the talent scout.

      And how are we doing up here, Miss Crawly? Buster asked, keeping his voice low.

      She handed him a clipboard with a photo of the scout and a handwritten tally of her reactions. Oh, very good, Miss Crawly answered. "So far, I’ve counted nine smiles, two belly laughs, and

      five chuckles…though the last one could’ve just been gas."

      In the audience, the talent scout, whose name was Suki Lane, stared at the stage with an expression on her face that was hard to read.

      Well, that’s proof, right? Buster said, studying the clipboard. She must like the show.

      Oh my gosh, Meena said, excited. Do you think so?

      I hope so, Rosita said. They all hoped the talent scout would love their show and recommend that it move to Redshore City, where people came from all over the world to be entertained.

      She’d be, like, cuckoo not to love ziss show! Gunter insisted in his European accent.

      All right, now, keep up the good work, Buster coached. Come on, everybody—back to your positions. He herded them onto the platform again so they could ride down to the stage. Dream big dreams, he called down from the catwalk. That’s what I’ve always said, right?

      Mmm-hmm, Miss Crawly agreed, still watching the scout through her telescope.

      Well, looks like we’re about to take this show to the entertainment capital of the world! Buster predicted enthusiastically.

      Then Miss Crawly looked up from the telescope, worried. Mr. Moon, she’s leaving!

      Huh? Buster said. Why would the scout be leaving already? The show wasn’t even half over!

      She’s leaving the show! Miss Crawly exclaimed.

      Miss Crawly, stay right here! Buster ordered.

      What are you gonna do? the iguana asked.

      Buster climbed up to a trolley dangling from a wire. I’m gonna follow that dog! he explained as he zipped away, riding the wire like a zip line over the audience and through a gap in the back wall, ending up right over a balcony box. He dropped into a comfy chair next to the box’s only occupant, Nana Noodleman. In her glory days, she’d been a famous singer, but now she was a grandmotherly sheep who supported the performances of younger singers and dancers.

      Good heavens! she cried, surprised to see Buster drop in.

      Hey, Nana! Buster said.

      "What are you doing?" she asked.

      The scout is leaving! he explained.

      Nana peered over the edge of her box. Ah. So she is, she said. Hurry!

      Buster rushed to the theater’s front lobby,

      where he spotted Suki Lane looking at her phone. He flew down the stairs to intercept her. Uh, Suki? he said, a little out of breath. Suki Lane?

      Still looking at her phone, the talent scout kept walking toward the exit without acknowledging Buster’s existence.

      I’m Buster Moon, he said. Uh, hi. So glad you could make it. Um, would you like some popcorn? He grabbed a carton of popcorn from the concession stand and offered it to her.

      Oh, no thanks, Suki said. I’m not staying for the second half, so—

      Oh, but we thought you were enjoying it, Buster said. I mean, not that we were watching you or anything…

      It really is a cute little show, Suki admitted. Just not what we’re looking for. She headed toward the exit and through the doors.

      But…but wait, Buster said, following her out onto the sidewalk. You gotta see the second act. It’s a smash!

      Suki stopped and turned back to face the eager koala. Okay, Mr. Moon, she sighed. Can I be honest?

      Of course.

      Are you sure? Suki asked, raising her eyebrows and cocking her head. Because folks say that when they don’t really mean it.

      No, please, Buster insisted. Please be as honest as you like.

      You’re not good enough, Suki said bluntly.

      Chapter 2

      Buster felt as though he’d been smacked in the face. What?

      TAXI! Suki shouted, raising an arm. She turned back and took the carton of popcorn from Buster. You know, maybe I will have that popcorn.

      A taxi pulled up. Suki opened the back door and climbed in. But before she closed the door, she looked at Buster and said, Look, you’ve got a nice little local theater here and it’s great for what it is. But trust me—you’d never make it in the big leagues. Bye, now.

      VROOM! The taxi pulled away from the curb.

      Well? What did she say? a voice asked.

      Buster wheeled around and saw Nana standing right behind him. I’ll be right back! he cried, rushing off.

      Inside the taxi, Suki munched on popcorn and spoke into her phone between bites. Nah…no…a few laughs and a bunch of quirky ideas, but definitely not for us. So, about next Thursday—

      TAP! TAP! TAP!

      Suki looked and was amazed to see Buster tapping on the cab window! He was cycling alongside the taxi. Oh, my… she groaned.

      Yeah, hi! Buster said brightly. It’s me again!

      I’ll call you back, Suki said into her phone. She lowered the window. Are you out of your mind?

      Buster ignored her question. When are you holding auditions? he asked.

      Well, tomorrow, Suki admitted. But there is no way—

      HONK! A driver passing Buster yelled, "Get

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