Nicholas Fisk

Nicholas Fisk

  • 5 stars across 5 books
Nicholas Fisk has been an actor, jazz musician, illustrator, photographer and has worked in advertising. He has written more than fifty books, most of which are Science Fiction for older children.

His starting point for a story is an IF ...IF we had a domestic robot, IF we could talk to animals, IF we could move back and forth in time. On such premises he places people - recognisable people living ordinary lives - until the IF explodes.
4th July 2013

Grinny: Grinny & You Remember Me

A re-issue of this forgotten favourite introduced by Malorie Blackman, Grinny will chill you to the core... This book i... MoreGrinny: Grinny & You Remember Me

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3rd June 2013

Not A Dickybird

Tom and his little sister, Polly discover a huge, colourful parrot in their kitchen called Mister Macaw. He is a loquaci... MoreNot A Dickybird

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1st August 1998

Ffantastico

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1st November 1994

Fantastico Literature and Culture Fiction 3

General Editor: Sue Palmer Fiction Editor and Language Consultant: Wendy BodyThe Longman Book Project for ages 4-11: Ins... MoreFantastico Literature and Culture Fiction 3

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1st January 2000

A Rag, a Bone and a Hank of Hair

A gripping science-fiction novel set at the end of the 22nd century. The birthrate is falling following a nuclear power ... MoreA Rag, a Bone and a Hank of Hair

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