Nessie and His Six Most Exciting Adventures

Six charming and funny stories for small children about a very friendly but very large monster that lives at the bottom of Loch Ness.Nessie is very kind and always tries to do good things, often with very funny results.The stories you can look forward to are: Nessie and the Fire Engine, Nessie in the Snow, Nessie and the Elephant, Nessie Helps His Friends, Nessie Goes on Holiday and Nessie and the Fishermen.

Seventeen Going Under

Singer/songwriter Sam Fender has become a musical phenomenon with his passionate songs about growing up in England’s North-East.Peter White has used those special songs as inspiration to create a collection of heart-warming short stories.Seventeen Going Under is all about the trials and tribulations of growing up, with teenage anger and regret but also hope for the future. In Leave Fast, three young friends have to deal with the tragic death of their best mate and what to do with their lives. A chance meeting with a homeless guy changes one of them forever. Spit of You centres on the complexities of family life, with a difficult father-son relationship contrasting with a wonderfully close bond between nana and her grandson. The Dying Light is the tale of a desperate young man determined to take his own life who finds a reason to live.At the heart of Paradigms are the mental and physical effects of school bullying. Rhys Mackie is a beloved teacher who rails against the bullying he discovers and does something about it. Will We Talk is a quirky tale of two young 20-somethings who meet at a bar but things don’t quite go to plan. In Mantra, Sophie Lyall believes looking out for life-changing windfalls, or trying to impress others, means you can miss the great things happening right now and the gift of life that gets taken for granted. Angel in Lothian begins with the vibrant, imaginary dream sequence of a young schoolboy that continues throughout his life.  

The Incredible Mrs Tomp

Set in the colourful town of Oombaroomba comes a charming story of an intrepid woman named Mrs. Tomp. Follow her exploits as she cleverly procures fertilizer, doles out folksy wisdom to her eccentric neighbours, and wrangles with the local authorities.Though told with a wink and good humour, this tale touches on timeless themes of community, perseverance, and the human spirit. Mrs. Tomp’s antics will captivate readers as she faces life’s challenges with grit and grace. Some early readers have even compared this heartwarming story to the great Australian classics.Pull up a chair and get to know the unforgettable Mrs. Tomp and the quirky residents of Oombaroomba in this delightful novel that will stay with you long after the last page.

Winners

After a fantastic, fun hour at the best travelling fair ever, Sammy, Rory, Tom and Yasmina had spent almost all of their pocket money. So, Tom suggested that they could have a go at winning a prize at a stall where all tickets with a five or a zero were winners. Naturally, the children were delighted to find a winning ticket, but the prizes on display were not quite right. What they really wanted was a prize they could easily share!So, they ended up with a mysterious, lucky dip box. It was shiny purple and seemed to glitter in the funfair lights.But it came with a whispered warning as the box squirmed impatiently - or did Sammy imagine it? What was in the box and were they really winners after all?Children everywhere will love and be most intrigued by this magical tale of mischief and mayhem. 

The Mysteries of The Haunted Isle

The small Island of Eck, near the western shore of Scotland was a very nice place.But people believed it was full of ghosts and no visitors came there.Young Alan and his sister Jane, on vacation with their parents, wanted to discover the island. They did not expect that it would be the most unforgettable, and frightening adventure of their lives yet.

The Secret Sign

Zara, a young slave girl, is thrilled to discover a mysterious secret sign scrawled in the dust. Hoping it will lead to the promised ‘power that is not cruel’ she desperately seeks for her temperamental master, Zara must navigate the treacherous world of slavery, unsure if she can trust her fellow slaves. When an accident forces her to flee, Zara encounters the enigmatic ‘people of the sign.’

As a burning Rome is left behind, Zara’s entire family journeys to a distant, more primitive land. Faced with arduous work, new dangers, and thrilling adventures, they forge friendships and confront unexpected challenges. When a family member is kidnapped and Zara’s fellow slave Andreas absconds, the stakes grow higher. Penniless, Andreas attempts to return to Rome, but will he succeed? And if he does, what fate awaits him in the city?

Adventures at Humminghive

“A charming rhyming story that opens up opportunities for talking with children about feelings and helping and caring for each other.” —Assoc. Professor Kay Margetts

“A delightful story where everyone supports and helps each other in a loving, inclusive, and nurturing way.” —Children’s Cancer Institute

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The Boy Who Had Nothing

Tim, a quiet and old-fashioned boy, is the only child of his devoted parents, Mary and David. Despite his intelligence and quick learning abilities, Tim faces constant bullying at school and struggles to make friends. As he enters his teenage years, Tim’s world is shattered when he discovers that he was adopted as a baby. Heartbroken and feeling lost, Tim finds solace in an unlikely friendship with Jennifer, a girl from a nearby farm. As their bond grows, the two become inseparable, and Jennifer’s presence in Tim’s life sets in motion a series of events that will change his destiny forever.

Fly Me to the Moon

‘The only thing to bother meIs being home in time for tea’.But Pip also yearns to soar through the air!Mad adventures in mad verses using interesting words and unusual vehicles, to transport us all away from the humdrum of the kitchen and the classroom. Lucky little Pip with his wild flights of fancy!

Short Life and Other Stories

A diverse collection of short stories about modern life, including subjects about the boredom and monotony of factory life; the dangers of online dating and meeting a potential scammer; the trauma of having to deal with a break-in at your flat and people trying to cope with the problems of life today. There are also humorous stories about working in charity shops and serious stories about animal poaching and death. The stories, some of which are based on true events, are written with humour, warmth, and insight. They will appeal to people of all age groups and social backgrounds. There is something here for everyone.

Leopy Goes Looking for His Spots

Leopy, a curious baby leopard, is born without his spots, just like all little leopards. As he grows, he becomes envious of the older leopards and their beautiful spotted fur. Leopy simply can’t wait to have spots of his own, so he embarks on a journey to find them. Along the way, he makes new friends and has countless adventures.Where will Leopy’s quest take him? Who will he meet that can help him find his spots? Will he finally discover the secret to getting his very own spots?

A Bigger Bird

Join Tabs the Cat as she navigates through the days of the week, discovering that size isn’t everything.Along the way, she learns that misunderstandings can arise, teaching us valuable lessons about communication and empathy.Delight in this charming tale of discovery and friendship!