|
|
Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > Adventure Stories > General
Pierre the Maze Detective has a new case. Mr X has stolen the Maze
Stone, which has the power to turn the whole of Opera City into a
maze. Can you help Pierre and his friend Carmen find their way
through the mazes - and stop Mr X before it's too late? This
beautifully illustrated book features 15 full-spread illustrations
of intricate, magical mazes. Take a trip through a fantastic world
of underground cities, hot-air balloons, tree-top towns and haunted
houses. Trace your way through each maze, spot the clues and solve
the extra mystery challenges along the way. Hours of puzzle fun,
for all maze detectives aged 8+. A page of answers with the routes
through the mazes and other solutions is included at the end of the
book.
The final book in the epic and bestselling children's fantasy
series that will make you believe in magic ... Perfect for fans of
Cressida Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon, Michelle Harrison's A
Pinch of Magic, as well as classic children's fantasy adventures,
Narnia and Jumanji. Rose and Arthur are back in Roar, on a voyage
that takes them further than they've ever been before: beyond The
End. It's an amazing adventure - full of secrets, surprises and
fairies with fangs - but then a mysterious storm changes
everything. Shipwrecked on a strange island, they make a shocking
discovery ... Could this be the end of Roar? Jenny McLachlan is the
author of several acclaimed teen novels including Flirty Dancing,
Stargazing for Beginners and Truly, Wildly, Deeply. Before Jenny
became a writer, she was Head of English in a secondary school; she
now loves visiting schools as an author and delivering funny and
inspiring talks and workshops. The Land of Roar series is Jenny's
debut for readers of 8-12. Ben Mantle began his illustration career
early, picking up his first award in a local library colouring-in
competition aged seven. Ben has illustrated a number of children's
books and is the creator of the award-winning The Best Birthday
Present Ever! . Ben lives and works in Brighton.
In hierdie omnibus, wat nog drie gewilde Trompie-stories bevat,
word die sproetgesig Grootkaptein en die Boksombende se avonture
voortgesit! In Trompie die hoerskoolseun maak die Boksombende ’n
plan om geld in te samel om vir Rooie ’n fiets te koop. In Trompie
die dromer word die bende bedreig – deur ’n meisiekind! Trompie,
die Grootkaptein en meesterlike planmaker, is smoorverlief en sit
heeldag net en droom. In Trompie die speurder kom Trompie en Rooie
op skelms af wat fietse steel. Trompie agtervolg die diewe en
beland in ’n groot penarie. Sal Trompie hierdie gevaarlike avontuur
oorleef sodat hy weer saam met sy manskappe onder die blou hemel
kan vergader? Die ondeunde Trompie het ’n sjarme wat tot oud en
jonk spreek en nuwe lesers sal dadelik deur Trompie en die
Boksombende se avonture meegevoer word!
Petunia Pretty Paws has landed! Right in the middle of Geronimo
Stilton's busy life. Petunia's offer of an Australian adventure
couldn't have come ata worse time, but apparently 'no' isn't an
option. Now one question remains: will Geronimo make it back to New
Mouse City alive? About the Geronimo Stilton series: Geronimo
Stilton is a bestselling children's series with a dedicated
international fan base. As seen on Netflix, the series follows the
adventures of Geronimo Stilton the fa-mouse journalist, as he
searches for the next hot scoop. With illustrations and fun fonts
throughout, Geronimo Stilton is perfect for reluctant readers aged
5+ years.
 |
The Land of Roar
(Paperback)
Jenny McLachlan; Illustrated by Ben Mantle
1
|
R240
R214
Discovery Miles 2 140
Save R26 (11%)
|
Ships in 5 - 10 working days
|
|
|
The first in a new children’s fantasy adventure series, full of
imagination, humour and heart, and with echoes of Peter Pan, The
Chronicles of Narnia, The Neverending Story and Jumanji. The Land of
Roar is perfect for children aged 8 to 12, and can sit on their
bookshelf next to Nevermoor, Wizards of Once and How to Train Your
Dragon. Readers can bring their fantasy world to life and meet dragons,
unicorns, mermaids and more in this beautifully illustrated children’s
book.
Believing is just the beginning . . .
When Arthur and Rose were little, they were heroes in the Land of Roar,
an imaginary world that they found by climbing through the folding bed
in their grandad’s attic. Roar was filled with things they loved –
dragons, mermaids, ninja wizards and adventure – as well as things that
scared them (including a very creepy scarecrow. . .)
Now the twins are eleven, Roar is just a memory. But when they help
Grandad clean out the attic, Arthur is horrified as Grandad is pulled
into the folding bed and vanishes. Is he playing a joke? Or is Roar . .
. real?
'This funny, captivating story is filled with the painful pangs of
growing up and the transporting qualities of imagination' Guardian
'A vividly imagined adventure, [...] full of heart, humour and a
terrifying villain' Fiona Noble, The Bookseller
‘This is proof, not that it’s needed, that Jenny McLachlan is a writer
of enormous heart and versatility. I’m a really big fan’ Phil Earle,
award-winning author of Being Billy and co-author of Get Me Out of
Here! with Andy McNab
‘Roar is an exhilarating, hilarious, vividly drawn tribute to the power
of the childhood imagination, the love of family and the magic we risk
losing as we grow up. If you plan to visit one new place in 2019, make
it Roar’ Sarah Driver, author of The Huntress trilogy
Highly illustrated animal detective mystery for young readers. Detective Stanley has barely sat down for his breakfast pancakes when he receives an invitation he cannot refuse. The Art Museum has been raided on the opening day of the Bleat Mondrian show and Stan has been called to investigate. The most perplexing thing about the case: Nothing has been stolen! But now Stan finds himself in a tight spot even his powers of deduction could not detect. Can he get himself out of trouble and can he solve the mystery of the Art Museum?
A special stone hidden in a quiet cove in Cornwall more than 200
years ago, is the object of a desperate search by two opposing
factions. When Harry and his school friends discover a code whilst
holidaying in the cove, they assume it will lead them to hidden
treasure. But dark forces, with seemingly supernatural powers, are
working against them. The teenagers soon find themselves caught up
in a deadly battle, and will be lucky to escape with their lives,
let alone get their hands on the treasure.
Chaya, a no-nonsense, outspoken hero, leads her friends and a gorgeous elephant on a noisy, fraught, joyous adventure through the jungle where revolution is stirring and leeches lurk.
Will stealing the queen's jewels be the beginning or the end of everything for the intrepid gang?
A dazzling new edition of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, fully illustrated in brilliant color and featuring exclusive interactive paper craft elements, including a foldout Hogwarts letter and more!
In this stunning new edition of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, experience the story as never before. J.K. Rowling's complete and unabridged text is accompanied by full-color illustrations on nearly every page and eight exclusive, interactive paper craft elements: Readers will open Harry's Hogwarts letter, reveal the magical entryway to Diagon Alley, make a sumptuous feast appear in the Great Hall, and more.
Designed and illustrated by award-winning design studio MinaLima -- best known for establishing the visual graphic style of the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films -- this edition is sure to be a keepsake for Harry Potter fans, a beautiful addition to any collector's bookshelf, and an enchanting way to introduce the first book in this beloved series to a new generation of readers.
'A thrilling journey into a magical world packed with Rob's
brilliant humour.' - David Walliams on Peanut Jones and the
Illustrated City Some legends are born, some are drawn . . . Famous
works of art are disappearing from all over the world. One moment
they are there, the next, they have crumbled to dust. Peanut Jones,
artist and adventurer, and her friends suspect it might have
something to do with the magical world of Chroma and the wicked Mr
White's plot to wipe out colour, art and creativity. It's time to
head back to the Illustrated City and help the resistance fight
back. . . Superstar, author and illustrator Rob Biddulph dazzles in
Peanut Jones and the Twelve Portals. This second title in the
hilarious adventure series for boys and girls aged 8 to 12 fizzes
with magic, danger, friendship and art. It is fully illustrated
throughout by Rob, the creative genius behind #DrawWithRob. Praise
for the first title in the series Peanut Jones and the Illustrated
City: 'Peanut Jones is AWESOME. I loved this book from start to
finish - the story is packed with twists and turns, and Rob's
illustrations are full of wit and warmth . . . I need to know what
happens next!' - Nadia Shireen 'A wildly imaginative, big-hearted
celebration of creativity' - Anna James, author of the Pages &
Co series 'Look at this utter beauty . . . This book is EPIC' -
Laura Ellen Anderson, author of the Amelia Fang series
Meet Jack and his talking chicken Betsy, Red, Rapunzel, Hansel and Gretel, and a host of other Little Legends as they have fantastic new adventures! Get to know your favorite fairytale characters like never before in this magical new book series.
A cutting has been stolen from the magical Story Tree, and it's up to twins Hansel and Gretel to get it back. With the help of their new friend Wolfie, they find a secret fortress in the forest and a Magic Looking Glass that promises to help them.
But things are not always what they seem! Can Wolfie and the twins save the day, or will the Magic Look Glass have the last laugh?
|
You may like...
Super Sleuth
David Walliams
Paperback
R295
R264
Discovery Miles 2 640
Kariba
Daniel Clarke, James Clarke
Paperback
R365
Discovery Miles 3 650
|