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What You Need to Be Warm
Neil Gaiman; Illustrated by Yuliya Gwilym, Nadine Kaadan, Pam Smy, Daniel Egnéus, …
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R492
R386
Discovery Miles 3 860
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During the coldest season, when the world feels scary--what do you
remember about being warm? Baked potatoes. Trust. A kettle on the
stove. Blankets. A smile. And, most of all, the reassurance that
you belong. In his powerful and moving poem, featuring
illustrations from thirteen extraordinary artists, bestselling
author and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Neil Gaiman draws together
many different memories to answer the question, what do you need to
be warm?
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The Storm and the Minotaur
Lucy Strange; Illustrated by Pam Smy
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R251
R205
Discovery Miles 2 050
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Money is scarce in George’s family and so at the age of nine he
has to join his father underground, hewing coal in the local mine.
It’s far from the dreams George had of continuing his education,
and it’s also a dangerous way to earn a living that has already
claimed the life of his dad’s older brother. Not long after he
starts work, a summer storm leads to flooding in the mine. Trapped
down in the dark, George spots a shadowy figure that seems to be
telling George to follow him. Can a ghost from the past lead him
back to safety, or will George meet the same fate as his long-lost
uncle?
The wonderful long-awaited second novel from Pam Smy, the
celebrated author and illustrator of Thornhill. Covering themes of
families, childhood, domestic violence, being separated and
reunited, this is an important and beautifully illustrated book for
middle grade readers right up to adults. 'The Hideaway by Pam Smy
is a work of art. Smy is the genius writer and illustrator of the
stunning Thornhill. Smy takes children's books to another level.
Highly recommend.' - David Walliams The wonderful long-awaited
second novel from Pam Smy, celebrated author and illustrator of
Thornhill. The Hideaway tells the story of a boy, Billy McKenna,
who runs away from a difficult situation at home and takes refuge
in an overgrown graveyard. While hiding there he meets an elderly
man who is tending the graves in preparation for a day in November
when something magical is set to happen. The book is written in two
alternating narratives, both different aspects of the same story.
One thread tells of Billy's experience of hiding away in the
graveyard, his mixed-up feelings and emotions, and the supernatural
events he eventually witnesses. The other tells of his mother's
situation at home and the police search for Billy. Covering themes
of family, childhood, separation and reunion, domestic violence and
doing the right thing, this is an important and beautiful book for
middle grade readers right up to adults. Billy's story is
illustrated throughout with tonal and textured black and white
drawings, until the event on All Souls' Eve, when the text gives
way to a series of double page images of the supernatural
happening. The Hideaway is a compelling, exciting and emotional
story that will stay with you long after you finish the last page.
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Thornhill (Hardcover)
Pam Smy
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R608
R509
Discovery Miles 5 090
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As she unpacks in her new bedroom, Ella is irresistibly drawn to
the big old house that she can see out of her window. Surrounded by
overgrown gardens, barbed wire fences and 'keep out' signs, it
looks derelict. But that night, a light goes on in one of the
windows. And the next day she sees a girl in the grounds. Ella is
hooked. The house has a story to tell. She is sure of it. Enter
Thornhill, Institute for Children, and discover the dark secrets
that lie within. But once inside, will you ever leave?
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Merrylegs (Paperback)
Pam Smy
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R221
R181
Discovery Miles 1 810
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Merrylegs wishes he was different. He's just a boring riding-school
pony, stomping and clomping round day after day. But with a little
magic he discovers that when you love yourself, you can see the
world with fresh eyes! A future classic celebrating the power of
self-belief.
Tomas wants to be like his father - strong, brave and fearless.
Pappi is a mountain guide, often away from home. He has taught
Tomas to love the mountains, but also to fear their dangers - the
winds and blizzards, the treacherous paths, the giddying slopes.
Above all, Tomas fears the Brockenspectre - a huge, shadowy
creature that lives alone in the heights, waiting for unwary
climbers. Its looming figure haunts his thoughts and his dreams.
When Pappi goes out one day and fails to return, Tomas knows it's
up to him to search - up on the high mountain passes, where dangers
await. Will Tomas find his father . . . or will the Brockenspectre
find him?
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