The smart heroines of these folk tales come from different countries around the world. Natasha from Russia is full of comical fantasies but can still outwit the devil; Yamuna from India has eyes like the sun a mind to match; English Marian ... well, she wants to be an outlaw like Robin Hood!

Exciting, monster-based, choose-your-own-destiny adventure story in which YOU are the hero Take on the role of the Monster Hunter in this fully interactive, flick-through-the pages, choose-your-own-destiny adventure story. YOU are the Monster Hunter, fighter of yetis and protector of the people! When your services are needed, will you answer the call? You decide... In each adventure the reader makes a choice that affects how the story progresses - it really is 'decide-your-own-destiny! Reading Age 6-8 years, Interest Range 7-10 years and printed using a font approved by the British Dyslexia Association Written by the award-winning duo Steve Barlow and Steve Skidmore (more commonly known as the 2Steves).

Join Moomintroll, his family and their friends in beautiful Moominvalley, where everyone is welcome. Surprising things happen every day in Moominvalley - luckily the Moomin family and their friends embrace the unexpected with their characteristic humour, kindness and charm. This beautiful book contains nine exciting adventure stories - all closely based on the warm and whimsical Moomin world and characters created by the celebrated writer, artist and illustrator Tove Jansson. Presented in chronological order, each story in Adventures in Moominvalley is taken from an episode of the 3D animation series and set in the idyllic and peaceful valley where the round blue Moominhouse stands. The stories describe the adventures of Moomintroll, his parents, Moominmamma and Moominpappa and their eclectic and happy band of friends - Little My, Snufkin, Snorkmaiden, the hattifatteners and other famous characters from the classic stories. The stories in this collection will delight Moomin fans of all ages. In one story Moomintroll sails to the mysterious Hattifattener island and in another, he finds a tiny dragon. The Moomins temporarily move house, Snufkin composes a new spring tune and Moomintroll encounters the mysterious Groke.

Use e-mail and letters, diaries and tape recordings, telephone messages and secret conversations, to unravel the mysteries in these thrilling tales: * The Deathwood Letters * Diamond Hunt * Two Weird Weeks This collection of short, gripping reads contains activities exploring structure, characterisation and different narrative techniques. Age 11+ Ideal for Year 7 and transition, consolidating understanding of different kinds of texts. Written in the first person with echoes of To Kill a Mockingbird. To automatically receive all the latest news on New Windmills, why not sign-up for our Heinemann Literature e-newsletter?

Moomintroll and all his family and friends are back in Return to Moominvalley, based on the stunning award-winning 3D animation. Join the Moomins as they journey to a mysterious island, meet the Hobgoblin and his extraordinary hat, and encounter a magical mural. Meanwhile, Snufkin, Mrs Fillyjonk, Mymble and the others gather in the Moominhouse to wait for the family to come back to Moominvalley . . . Illustrated throughout with gorgeous full-colour art from the acclaimed animation, Return to Moominvalley is the third storybook in the collection, based on episodes from Moominvalley series 2. The eight stories introduce beloved characters including Thingumy & Bob, Toffle, and the Lighthouse Keeper, and retell some of Tove Jansson's most popular Moomin tales including Finn Family Moomintroll, Moominpappa at Sea and the masterfully poignant Moominvalley in November. Bursting with adventure and full of the Moomins' trademark humour, kindness and tolerance, this beautiful collection of stories captures all the wit and whimsy of Tove Jansson's original Moomin stories and is sure to be treasured by Moomin fans old and new.

When Hudson receives the weird message that Mokee Joe is coming, his life turns into a nightmare. Who is Mokee Joe? And what has Hudson done to make him so mad? There's only one course of action--Hudson must destroy this monster before it destroys him

Turn the pages if you dare. . . .In this collection of thirteen fabulously chilling stories from thirteen true masters of suspense, including five "New York Times" bestsellers and a number of Edgar Award nominees, all edited by none other than R. L. Stine, nothing is what it seems. From cannibalistic children, to an unwitting date with a vampire, to a crush on a boy who just might be a werewolf, no scary stone is left unturned. A must-have for all fans of the genre

'Isla Fisher is hilarious' DAVID WALLIAMS

'Charming, funny, delightful' DAVID BADDIEL

Yo ho ho, me hearties. Marge is back! This time there's a baby on the loose.

Meet Zara, the naughty little cousin, who never sleeps and loves to steal treasure. Marge thinks she's a pirate and maybe she's right.

But will the imaginative babysitter be on her best behaviour? And can Jemima save the day at her uncle's wedding?

The second fun family story in the MARGE IN CHARGE series, written by actor & comedian Isla Fisher and illustrated throughout by Eglantine Ceulemans.

A collection of short stories compiled to appeal to the male reader. Its aim is to encourage and motivate readers and help meet literacy needs.

The fairytales of Scotland portray a world of magic and shape- shifting. Horses and foxes that turn into handsome princes, thorns that turn into woods, and a tiny stone that becomes an enormous rock - these are some of the amazing transformations that take place in this anthology. The characters in these sixteen tales, from jealous stepmothers and gruesome ghosts to chivalrous princes and beautiful princesses, are some of the most memorable in all folk literature. Read of the poor seal woman taken from the sea by a wicked farmer, of the magic black horse that could y over mountains, and of Kate Crackernuts who married the prince of her dreams after she had cured him of his illness. Superbly illustrated throughout, this lovely anthology will delight readers of all ages.

The world of fairy tales is one that we all love to enter. Many of these stories had been told for centuries, delighting children and adults alike with their mixture of magic, mystery, and truths older even than the stories themselves. Here twenty best-loved tales by the famous German storytellers, the Brothers Grimm, are retold for the enjoyment of children today. As well as many old favourites, other tales of magic and enchantment are included, such as The Musicians Bremen, Hans the Hedgehog, and Clever Elsie. Neil Philip's retelling tries to capture some of the immediacy and sparkle of the living storyteller's voice. The language is fresh and direct, and the pace is lively. Isabelle Brent's detailed illustrations decorate the pages beautifully.

Who are we and how do we define ourselves? This may seem a simple question, but in South Africa over the past few decades the issue of identity has been the source of much conflict, deep suffering and, ultimately, liberation.

Waarskuwing: Een van die hoofstukke in hierdie boek is superjiggie!

Sal jy daarvan hou om plekke te ruil met ’n VLIEG?

Natuurlik nie.

DIT SAL AAKLIG WEES!

Maar dis presies wat met Flippie Visagie gebeur. So, moet liewer nie die boek lees nie. Dit gaan jou NAAR maak. Rêrig-êrig naar!

This companion book to Boy of Mine shows a dazzling little girl enjoying playtime in the moon's soft glow. As daddy cradles his baby girl, she is suddenly whisked away on a fantastical adventure, swinging above lush floral gardens under the golden moonlight. The sweet text, inspired by "Rock-A-Bye Baby," will whisk little ones off to peaceful slumber. With Asim's engaging and adorable rhymes and Pham's vibrant illustrations, babies and parents alike are sure to fall for Girl of Mine.

A beautiful, celebratory and joyful book of bedtime stories. Written and illustrated by creators with heritage from across the continent of Asia, Bedtime Stories showcases a curated collection of tales from Asian history, based on important figures and events. Each story is the ideal length to read at bedtime as well as any moment when young readers are looking for an inspirational read! Features one young reader's winning entry from the First News and Scholastic competition An empowering and celebratory gift Perfect for any child wanting to learn more about history's untold stories. Stories include those of: King Sejong the Great, a Korean King who invented an alphabet Julia Domna, a Syrian princess and Roman empress Margaret Lin Xavier, Thailand's first female doctor Sake Deen Mohammed, the Indian man who brought shampooing and curry to Britain. Written by: Sufiya Ahmed, Maisie Chan, Shae Davies, Saima Mir, Bali Rai, Annabelle Sami, Rebeka Shaid, Cynthia So and Rekha Waheed. Illustrated by: Ginnie Hsu, Aaliya Jaheel, Jocelyn Kao, Jennifer Khatun, Hannah Li, Debby Rahmalia, Abeeha Tariq, Kubra Teber, Tika and Tata and Amanda Yoshida.

Dikhutswe tse di akareditsweng mo bukeng ye di tlhagisa ditiragalo le maitemogelo a batho ba ba tlwaelegileng mo metseng. Di bontsha le ka moo mathata a simologang ka teng. Short stories that describe situations from the cause of the problem to the solution.