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When Carl visits the Peak District with his parents to try and
recover from the fallout of a horrific accident, he becomes caught
up in the mysterious tale of the Lost Lad. Are the hills actually
haunted or is Carl being chased by his own demons? As past and
present collide, Carl must learn to come to terms with the loss of
his best friend, Jack and find a way to move on. Illustrated by
Tamsin Rosewell.
The unforgettable tale of an orphan in Victorian London, based on
the boy whose plight inspired Dr Barnardo to found his famous
children’s homes. When his mother dies, Jim Jarvis is left all
alone in London. He is sent to the workhouse but quickly escapes,
choosing a hard life on the streets of the city over the confines
of the workhouse walls. Struggling to survive, Jim finally finds
some friends… only to be snatched away and made to work for the
remorselessly cruel Grimy Nick, constantly guarded by his vicious
dog, Snipe. Will Jim ever manage to be free?
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Children of Winter
Berlie Doherty
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R187
Discovery Miles 1 870
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A new edition of the much loved classic. Catherine and her family
set out for her grandmother’s house deep in the Derbyshire hills.
Sheltering from a storm in an old cruck barn with her younger
sister and brother, it becomes strangely familiar to her, and she
is drawn back to a time when three children sheltered all winter
away from a terrible plague that was devastating their village.
Written by a master storyteller Children of Winter recreates the
time when the tiny village of Eyam in Derbyshire cut itself off
from the rest of England in 1666. Cover Art by Tamsin Rosewell.
The sisters of STREET CHILD tell their story... A companion novel
to bestselling story of orphan Jim Jarvis set in Victorian England.
When Jim Jarvis is separated from his sisters, Lizzie and Emily, he
thinks he will never see them again. Now for the first time, the
bestselling author of STREET CHILD reveals what happened to his
orphaned sisters. In Victorian London, Lizzie and Emily are left in
the care of a cook but their story takes them to the mills of
northern England. There, under the keen eyes of the mill owners,
the girls are made to work in harsh conditions and any chance of
escape is sorely tempting... An incredible new STREET CHILD story
based on the true experiences of Victorian mill girls.
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Winter Magic (Paperback)
Abi Elphinstone; Contributions by Amy Alward, Emma Carroll, Berlie Doherty, Jamila Gavin, …
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R227
R175
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A beautiful and classic anthology of frosty, magical short stories
from acclaimed children's writers. The Dreamsnatcher's Abi
Elphinstone heads up this gorgeous collection of wintery stories,
featuring snow queens, frost fairs, snow dragons and pied pipers .
. . from classic children's writers Michelle Magorian, Geraldine
McCaughrean, Jamila Gavin, Berlie Doherty, Katherine Woodfine,
Piers Torday, Lauren St John, Amy Alward, Michelle Harrison and
Emma Carroll. 'Captures all the excitement of the season' The
Guardian An unmissable, enchanting treat of a collection that will
be enjoyed for years to come, by readers of all ages. Also by Abi
Elphinstone: The Dreamsnatcher The Shadow Keeper The Night Spinner
Sky Song Everdark (World Book Day) Rumblestar Jungledrop The
Crackledawn Dragon Everdark
Dorothy and Walter's father is the butler at the Big House and they
soon strike up a secret friendship with lonely Master George. When
Master George's father goes missing the twins are desperate to
help, and soon a daring plot begins to take shape.
Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the
right level Two spooky stories from double-Carnegie-winner, Berlie
Doherty. Dark and atmospheric these two tales send a chill down the
spine. A desolate winter moor is the backdrop to the first story of
a haunting friendship, and, in the second, when the past comes back
to haunt Charlie, it becomes impossible to tell what is real and
what isn't. Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying
themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and
points of view. Text type: Two stories by a significant author. A
feelings bar chart on pages 54-55 show the rise and fall in the
narrators emotions during the first story, Nightmare. Curriculum
links: Citizenship: Living in a diverse world. This book has been
quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the
right level Catrin lives in Wales, and prefers drawing animals to
spending time with friends. One night, she hears an eerie howl from
the nearby mountain - a wild cat. Can she confront her shyness and
go in search of this rare animal? This sensitive story by
award-winning author Berlie Doherty shows that courage and
friendship can come from unexpected places. Pearl/Band 18 books
offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging
themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap
between a reading programme and longer chapter books. Text type: A
mystery story. Curriculum links: Citizenship: Choices. This book
has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
Build your child’s reading confidence at home with books at the
right level The Three Princes are all desperate to win the love of
Princess Halima, and a challenge is set by her father to find the
most beautiful, magical gift they can find. But when disaster
strikes, will they be magical enough? Full of rich, bold
illustrations, this traditional Arabian tale is humorously retold
by double-Carnegie-winner Berlie Doherty. Topaz/Band 13 books offer
longer and more demanding reads for children to investigate and
evaluate. A traditional folktale. A summary on pages 30 and 31 of
the magical objects that the princes find helps readers to recap
the story. Curriculum Links; Citizenship: living in a diverse
world, Art and Design: Self Portrait This book has been quizzed for
Accelerated Reader.
Do you ever think about being born? No, I don't either. But what do I think about is this – did my mother want me? James' parents are proud of his talent and determination – he's in training for the junior National Diving Championship. For James, diving is everything. Until he looks at the snake-stone and is drawn into thinking about his birth mother, and where she might be. He knows that to work out his future, he needs to make sense of his past. Embarking on a quest to find out who he really is, James sets off on a journey which brings him back to his true home.
A blind girl and a unicorn in a world where magic and reality merge
together. Can Laura save the Wild Ones and take them to the safety
of the Bright Wilderness? Laura is blind, but though she cannot
see, she is an acutely perceptive child. As soon as she climbs onto
the unicorn's back she is hurled into a wild and magical world.
Though a contemporary child, living in a contemporary setting,
Spellhorn and the Wild Ones see Laura as their leader and they know
that only through Laura can they reach the safety of the Bright
Wilderness. But can the unicorns lead Laura back home to her own
world? Powerful and moving, a delicious blend of fantasy and
reality.
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Blue John (Paperback)
Berlie Doherty; Illustrated by Alexandria Neonakis
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The Queen of Darkness lives deep underground beneath a mountain
with her child, Blue John, a boy she made from the blue of the
glacier and the hot yellow light of the sun. Blue John is forbidden
to leave his mother's side, but the lure of the light above is too
strong. When a singing, dancing girl comes to the caves, Blue John
must make a choice between darkness and light. A heart-warming
story that embraces the beauty and colours of the natural world.
High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a
smooth read for all.
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Haunted (Paperback)
Susan Cooper, Joseph Delaney, Berlie Doherty, Jamila Gavin, Matt Haig, …
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R186
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Matt Haig, Derek Landy, Philip Reeve, Joseph Delaney, Susan Cooper,
Mal Peet, Berlie Doherty, Robin Jarvis, Eleanor Updale, Jamila
Gavin and Sam Llewellyn have come together to bring you eleven
spine-tingling stories. Watch your step as you take a ghost walk
around the ancient city of York and a long-ago woodland which is
reawakening. Be warned of the drowned boy who will stop at nothing
to find someone to play with for all time. Look into the mirror,
where a lost child lurks, ready to pull you in, and try not to cry
out at the monstrous creatures prowling for their next victim. Some
stories will make you scream, some will make you shiver - but all
will haunt you long after you've put the book down . . .
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Deep Secret (Paperback)
Berlie Doherty
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R245
R192
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Grace put out her hand, almost touching the mirror. Her image did the
same.
'There's another world in there.'
'We could float in and out of it.'
Deep in a Derbyshire valley live two girls, twins, so alike that even
their family can't tell them apart. But tragedy is waiting. When the
valley is sold to be flooded for a huge dam, the villagers are forced
to leave their homes. Deep secrets are uncovered. New characters enter
their lives and desires, love and grief come to the surface.
When Joe's teacher announces the new class project will be all
about their pets, Joe turns glum - there's no animals allowed in
his house. So when he starts to invent a pet, his imagination turns
wild and the dragonosaurus is born! There's lots of fun to be had
with his new 'pet', but when Joe notices something amiss on the
neighbouring farm the dragonosaurus is quickly abandoned. Perhaps
an animal to call his own is closer than Joe thinks. Charming
countryside tale about the bond between children and animals,
perfect for younger fans of Michael Morpurgo. High quality cream
paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.
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Bella's Den (Paperback)
Berlie Doherty; Illustrated by Ellie Snowdon
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Bella has a secret - one that she is very good at keeping. That
secret is a den hidden on a little muddy hill, wild amid the trees
and nestled beside some foxes with a den of their own. But soon the
secret is betrayed, and the foxes' lives are put in danger...
Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers
aged 7+
Will Montague is a page to Prince Edward, son of King Henry VIII. As the King's favourite, Will gains many enemies in Court. His enemies convince the King that Will's father has committed treason and he is thrown into Newgate Prison. Will flees Hampton Court and goes into hiding in the back streets of London. Lost and in mortal danger, he is rescued by a poor boy, Nick Drew. Together they must brave imprisonment and death as they embark on a great adventure to set Will's father free.
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Watch & Wait (Paperback)
Bill Allerton; Contributions by Marina Lewycka, Berlie Doherty
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R408
R340
Discovery Miles 3 400
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Dear Nobody (Paperback)
Berlie Doherty
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R278
R226
Discovery Miles 2 260
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DEAR NOBODY by Berlie Doherty, winner of the Carnegie Medal, is the
moving story of two teenagers and an unplanned pregnancy. It is one
of The Originals from Penguin - iconic, outspoken, first. This
compelling story is beautifully told from two points of view,
brilliantly evoking the feelings of both Helen, in a series of
letters to the unborn baby, and of Chris as he reads the letters
and relives the events of their relationship while Helen is in
labour. 'I have never read a book that evokes so vividly how it
feels to be a teenager in love.' Daily Telegraph The Originals are
the pioneers of fiction for young adults. From political awakening,
war and unrequited love to addiction, teenage pregnancy and nuclear
holocaust, The Originals confront big issues and articulate
difficult truths. The collection includes: The Outsiders - S.E.
Hinton, I Capture the Castle - Dodie Smith, Postcards from No Man's
Land - Aidan Chambers, After the First Death - Robert Cormier, Dear
Nobody - Berlie Doherty, The Endless Steppe - Esther Hautzig, Buddy
- Nigel Hinton, Across the Barricades - Joan Lingard, The Twelfth
Day of July - Joan Lingard, No Turning Back - Beverley Naidoo, Z
for Zachariah - Richard C. O'Brien, The Wave - Morton Rhue, The Red
Pony - John Steinbeck, The Pearl - John Steinbeck, Stone Cold -
Robert Swindells.
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War Girls (Paperback)
Adele Geras, Melvin Burgess, Berlie Doherty, Mary Hooper, Anne Fine, …
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R250
R199
Discovery Miles 1 990
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As featured on BBC Radio 4's Woman's Hour. 1914: war has broken out
across Europe and beyond. Nothing will ever be the same again for
those caught up in the conflict. This collection of short stories
explores how the First World War changed and shaped the lives of
women forever. A courageous nurse risks her life at the Front Line;
a young woman discovers independence and intrigue in wartime
London; and a grief-stricken widow defends her homeland amidst the
destruction of war. Through these and other tales, War Girls
presents a moving portrait of loss and grief, and of hope
overcoming terrible odds.
Mrs Hardcastle was fast asleep. And Tilly Mint was bored. When Tilly's mum goes out to work, Mrs Hardcastle from up the street pops in to look after her. There are two special things about Mrs Hardcastle. The first thing is that she's always dropping off to sleep (she snores too, sometimes). The second special thing is that whenever she goes to sleep, something magic always seems to happen to Tilly Mint! Carnegie Medal winner Berlie Doherty's enchanting Tilly Mint tales are at last available in one complete collection with brand-new illustrations from Tony Ross. 'full of affection and good humour.' Times Literary Supplement'-children will warm to the comforting and comfortable figure of Mrs Hardcastle-' TES
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