Michael Hardcastle

Michael Hardcastle

  • 5 stars across 17 books
Michael Hardcastle was born in Huddersfield. After leaving school he served in the Royal Army Educational Corps, before embarking on a career in journalism, working in a number of roles for provincial daily newspapers from reporter to chief feature writer.$$$He has written more than one hundred and forty children's books since his first was published in 1966, but still finds time to visit schools and colleges all over Britain to talk about books and writing. In 1988 he was awarded an MBE in recognition of his services to children's books. He is married and lives in Beverley, Yorkshire.
26th July 2016

The Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water

Everybody knows that crocodiles love water, but this little crocodile is different. He doesn't like water at all. In f... MoreThe Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water

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1st April 2008

My Brother's a Keeper

Carlo is finding it difficult to adjust to having a new step-brother around the house. Then he discovers that he may jus... MoreMy Brother's a Keeper

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31st October 2001

Hit It!

A series of graphic novels for 9-12 year olds written by well known authors. Pacy, well-plotted texts are integrated wit... MoreHit It!

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31st January 2001

Mine's a Winner

One in a series of graphic novels for 9-12 year-olds, especially boys, there are integrated black and white illustration... MoreMine's a Winner

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1st August 2010

Goal-getter

Eddie loves playing football, but his coach is always criticising him and the rest of the team don't give him any suppor... MoreGoal-getter

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1st August 2010

Matthew's Goals

Matthew doesn't care about anything as much as football. What's more, he's the best player in the whole school! But his ... MoreMatthew's Goals

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4th May 1998

Goal Kings Book 2: Eye for Goal

This is the second in Michael Hardcastle's action-packed series following the dramas and excitements of the close knit c... MoreGoal Kings Book 2: Eye for Goal

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1st May 1998

Goal Kings Book 1: Shoot out

The Goal Kings are going through a bad patch: their league form is dipping, their star striker can't control his temper ... MoreGoal Kings Book 1: Shoot out

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19th April 1999

Goal Kings Book 4: They All Count

Book 4 in this action-packed series following the dramas and excitements of a close-knit cast of characters whose lives ... MoreGoal Kings Book 4: They All Count

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22nd October 2001

Goal Kings Book 6: The Most Dangerous Score

This is the sixth book in Michael Hardcastle's pacy series following the dramas and adventures of Goal Kings JFC. Only m... MoreGoal Kings Book 6: The Most Dangerous Score

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