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Simon Farnaby

Simon Farnaby

  • 5 stars across 4 books
Simon Farnaby has written and starred in some of the UK's best-loved family TV such as Horrible Histories, and Ghosts, and films such as Paddington and Paddington 2.

The Wizard in My Shed was his first children's book. When not writing or acting, Simon is a keen amateur wizard and can often be found in his garden (unsuccessfully) conjuring vegetable spells.

Claire is an illustrator, writer and designer who lives and works in London. She has spent several years as a design director in the world of channel rebranding working for clients such as Nickelodeon, BBC Three, CBBC and BBC One. Claire has a tendency towards humour and bright, bold use of colour and she loves creating strong typographical layouts to help tell a story.

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29th April 2021

The Wizard In My Shed: The Misadventures of Merdyn the Wild

Merdyn the Wild is from the Dark Ages. He's the world's greatest Warlock (don't call him a wizard), banished to the 21st... MoreThe Wizard In My Shed: The Misadventures of Merdyn the Wild

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14th October 2021

The Warrior in My Wardrobe: More Misadventures with Merdyn the Wild!

Merdyn is the greatest wizard of the Dark Ages. Obviously. Rose is his 21st-century descendent. Lucky her. And Vanheldon... MoreThe Warrior in My Wardrobe: More Misadventures with Merdyn the Wild!

(13 reviews) Review
7th December 2023

Wonka

WONKA tells the wondrous story of how the world's greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker becomes the beloved Wi... MoreWonka

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