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Bloomsbury Readers Series

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    Book 1
    Book 1

    Taliesin

    Gwion drinks from the witch Cardiwen's magic cauldron of knowledge and is reborn as Taliesin: magician, poet, prophet, w... More

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    Book 2
    Book 2

    The Thing in the Basement

    The Thing in the Basement is an atmospheric mystery story with a school setting. When the boy arrives at his new school ... More

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    Book 3
    Book 3

    On the Ghost Trail

    On the Ghost Trail is a spooky mystery story with a surprising hero. Grandpa's creaky old house is the perfect place for... More

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    Book 4
    Book 4

    Finding Fizz

    Finding Fizz is a story about bullying and being 'one of the gang'. Carly hasn't been herself lately - it seems that she... More

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    Book 5
    Book 5

    "Macbeth"

    Tony Bradman's retelling of Shakespeare's Macbeth is a historical narrative with plenty of pace and drama. It's a very d... More

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    Book 6
    Book 6

    The Queen's Token

    Hal is a poor stable boy, who has a dream - to work for King Henry at his palace in Whitehall. But when he chances upon ... More

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    Book 7
    Book 7

    Granny Ting Ting

    Nine-year-old Michael is coming from London to Trinidad to visit his grandmother, who is recovering from a difficult ope... More

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    Book 8
    Book 8

    Macbeth

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    Book 9
    Book 9

    Pandora's Box: A Bloomsbury Reader: Brown Book Band

    A beautiful retelling of a classic Greek myth, perfect for fans of Geraldine McCaughrean. When the world was new an... More

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    Book 10
    Book 10

    Sky Ship and other stories: A Bloomsbury Reader: Dark Red Book Band

    Book Band: Dark Red - Ideal for ages 10+ ' McCaughrean is one of the greatest living children's authors .' ... More

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    Book 11
    Book 11

    Harry's House of Invention: A Bloomsbury Reader: Lime Book Band

    Book Band: Lime - Ideal for ages 6+ A quirky comedy about a family of inventors by Rachel Anderson with brilliant... More

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    Book 12
    Book 12

    Detective Dan: A Bloomsbury Reader: Lime Book Band

    Book Band: Lime - Ideal for ages 7+ A quirky school comedy from Vivian French. Perfect for fans of Wigglesbotto... More

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    Book 13
    Book 13

    The Path of Finn McCool: A Bloomsbury Reader: Brown Book Band

    Book Band: Brown, ideal for ages 7+ A hilarious tale based on Irish mythology and the Giant's Causeway from award-winni... More

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    Book 14
    Book 14

    Shock Forest and other magical stories: A Bloomsbury Reader: Grey Book Band

    Book Band: Grey - Ideal for ages 8+ A magical collection of short stories from double Carnegie Medal winner Marga... More

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    Book 15
    Book 15

    Stoneywish and other chilling stories: A Bloomsbury Reader: Dark Blue Book Band

    Book Band: Dark Blue - Ideal for ages 9+ A brilliant collection of spine-chilling tales by Joan Aiken, author of The Wo... More

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    Book 16
    Book 16

    The Barber's Clever Wife: A Bloomsbury Reader: Brown Book Band

    Book Band: Brown - Ideal for ages 8+ A funny retelling of an Indian folk tale from best-selling author Na... More

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    Book 17
    Book 17

    The Story Thief: A Bloomsbury Reader: Lime Book Band

    Book Band: Lime, ideal for ages 6+ A quirky reworking of the traditional stories of the spider god Anansi from we... More

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    Book 18
    Book 18

    To Liberty! The Adventures of Thomas-Alexandre Dumas: A Bloomsbury Reader: Dark Red Book Band

    Book Band: Dark Red - Ideal for ages 10+ An exciting adventure set in revolutionary France which tells the true story o... More

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    Book 19
    Book 19

    The Boy in the Jam Jar: A Bloomsbury Reader: Lime Book Band

    Book Band: Lime, ideal for ages 6+ A powerful and personal story from Joyce Dunbar about what it's like to experi... More

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    Book 20
    Book 20

    My Friend the Alien: A Bloomsbury Reader: Grey Book Band

    Book Band: Grey - Ideal for ages 8+ A thought-provoking comedy about being an alien from prize-winning Zanib Mian. Max... More

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    Book 21
    Book 21

    My Other Life: A Bloomsbury Reader: Brown Book Band

    Book Band: Brown - Ideal for ages 7+ Thought-provoking contemporary fantasy from best-selling author Polly Ho-Yen... More

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    Book 22
    Book 22

    Scratch and Sniff: A Bloomsbury Reader: Lime Book Band

    Book Band: Lime (Ideal for ages 6+) A cops and robbers adventure with a twist by children's writer Margaret Ryan.... More

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    Book 23
    Book 23

    The Tempest: A Bloomsbury Reader: Dark Red Book Band

    Book Band: Dark Red (Ideal for ages 10+) A vibrant retelling of Shakespeare's The Tempest told through the vo... More

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    Book 24
    Book 24

    Wings of Icarus: A Bloomsbury Reader: Brown Book Band

    Book Band: Brown, ideal for ages 7+ A gripping retelling of the classic Greek myth by bestselling author Jenny Ol... More

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    Book 25
    Book 25

    The Hound of Ulster: A Bloomsbury Reader: Grey Book Band

    Book Band: Grey (ideal for ages 8+) A thrilling retelling of the traditional Irish legend of Cuchulainn ... More

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    Book 26
    Book 26

    Ruby Ali's Mission Break Up: A Bloomsbury Reader: Dark Red Book Band

    Book Band: Dark Red, ideal for ages 10+ A contemporary story about life in foster care, perfect for fans of Jacqueline ... More

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    Book 27
    Book 27

    Sindhu and Jeet's Detective Agency: A Bloomsbury Reader: Grey Book Band

    Book Band: Grey, ideal for ages 8+ An exciting detective story from Chitra Soundar, author of over 50 children’s books ... More

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    Book 28
    Book 28

    The Night the Moon Went Out: A Bloomsbury Reader: Dark Blue Book Band

    Book Band: Dark Blue, ideal for ages 9+ A heart-warming adventure story by award-winning comedian, actress, broadcaster... More

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    Book 29
    Book 29

    Ping and the Missing Ring: A Bloomsbury Reader: Dark Red Book Band

    Book Band: Dark Red (Ideal for ages 10+) An exciting contemporary mystery set in a Thai family in London, by Emma Sheva... More

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    Book 30
    Book 30

    Bamba Beach: A Bloomsbury Reader: Dark Blue Book Band

    Book Band: Dark Blue (Ideal for ages 9+) The story of a family of fishermen doing their best to make ends meet in a sma... More

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    Book 31
    Book 31

    Maggie and the Moonbird: A Bloomsbury Reader: Dark Blue Book Band

    Book Band: Dark Blue (Ideal for ages 9+) An inspiring fantasy story from Katya Balen, author of The Space We're... More

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    Book 32
    Book 32

    Sindhu and Jeet's Missing Star Mystery: A Bloomsbury Reader: Grey Book Band

    Book Band: Grey (Ideal for ages 8+) More exciting detective adventures featuring Sindhu and Jeet by Chitra Sounda... More

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    Book 33
    Book 33

    The Great Cake Race: A Bloomsbury Reader: Lime Book Band

    Book Band: Lime (Ideal for ages 6+) A funny story about a madcap race to the finish line... with cake! Written by... More

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    Book 34
    Book 34

    Time Travel at Puddle Lane: A Bloomsbury Reader: Dark Blue Book Band

    Book Band: Dark Blue (Ideal for ages 9+) An exciting time-travel adventure by Emma Shevah, ideal for fans of H... More

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    Book 35
    Book 35

    Mischief on the Moors: A Bloomsbury Reader

    Book Band: Grey, ideal for ages 8+ A hilarious folklore-inspired adventure featuring two BMX-riding heroines by a... More

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    Book 36
    Book 36

    Rida and Madiya: A Bloomsbury Reader

    Book Band: Dark Red, ideal for ages 10+ An uplifting story about family and overcoming differences, written by de... More

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    Book 37
    Book 37

    The Mystery in Flat 6B: A Bloomsbury Reader

    Book Band: Dark Blue, ideal for ages 9+ A heart-warming story about friendship and finding your place in the worl... More

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    Book 38
    Book 38

    Ada Rue and the Banished: A Bloomsbury Reader: Dark Red Book Band

    Book Band: Dark Red (Ideal for ages 10+) A magical adventure story about moving to a new home and finding your in... More

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    Book 39
    Book 39

    No Pets Allowed! A Bloomsbury Reader

    Book Band: Lime, ideal for ages 6+ A funny, uplifting tale about family and the healing power of pets from intern... More

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