Twenty all-new stories of summertime, full of adventure, fun and a generous pinch of magic. A mermaid who struggles with singing finds her true gift; an ice-cream seller finds a book of magical recipes; a boy decides to set a world record, any world record, to save his friends' kickabout space; and a family of vampires accidentally book a holiday to Rome.
Beautifully descriptive language, pacy stories and lively illustrations make for a deliciously moreish collection, perfect for encouraging developing and newly-confident readers.
"A book to treasure - every story is a gem."
Natasha Farrant, Costa Children's Book Award winner.
BOOK OF THE WEEK - Young readers will love this gorgeous picture book about a chilled capybara who just won't be rushed.
Can you solve the puzzles to save the Kingdom? Put your puzzle skills to the test with mazes, word games and codes to crack!
The second book in this popular series celebrating friendship, magic and fighting for what you believe in.
This is Book 65 in the Illustrated Story Collections Series. See all Illustrated Story Collections books here.
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Rob Lloyd Jones never wanted to be a writer when he grew up – he wanted to be Indiana Jones! So he studied Egyptology and archaeology, and went on expeditions to strange places. But all he found were interesting stories, so he decided to write them down. Rob has won a string of awards, including the Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize, The Phoeni
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More about Richard WatsonLucy Semple is an illustrator based in Nottinghamshire, UK, with a degree in Graphic Communication and Illustration. Specialising in children’s illustration she enjoys drawing bright, bold and often furry characters. Lucy also enjoys drinking tea, baking and cuddling up to watch a film with her partner, daughter and their grumpy cat.
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