The Magic Toy Shop

The book is a children’s fairy tale about toys with magic powers.A toy shop hidden in an old village deep in the countryside is rumoured to have magic powers.Every toy that enters the toy shop, either to be mended or sold is given the power to move and talk to other toys.But the magic power only happens when children and adults are not around.The children that live in the village somehow know that that is true, without having any real proof.All the parents are convinced that it is the children spreading the rumours, until they experience strange happens with their children’s toys.Many of the toys have their own story to tell, including dolls, robots and unicorns, as well as the children who own them and Nancy and Tom, the shop owners Michael’s dad is determined the find out the truth about  these magic powers and secretly sets up a video camera in his son’s play room during the night, with the story ending with a surprising twist.

The Magic Pen

The old lady has lived on her own for as long as she can remember. She enjoys her own company, watching the fire dance and drawing with her special pen.

Her quiet solitude was broken by drastic banging, the likes of which she has never heard before. Nobody ever knocks on her door. Well, perhaps once, but never twice, and only for good reason.

The banging started again. There is a determination in this hammering on her door. Could this be the grim reaper hoping to find the old lady dressed and ready for him?

Nobody else is brave enough to touch that knocker.

The Lunch Order

Today is a special day! I am having a yummy hot lunch order and a sparkling red drink too. I told my friends about it. 

This is my first ever lunch from the school canteen! I can hardly wait for lunchtime. I hope Miss Jones will let me take the lunch basket to the canteen.

This special day is turning out to be kind of strange and my teacher looks kind of funny. Where is my yummy hot lunch order and sparkling red drink? 

What has happened to my teacher, Miss Jones?

The Loo Lid Larceny

Disaster has hit the home suburb of Marnie and Tiana. Someone started stealing toilet lids, and often the whole seat. It started in public places then it started in private homes! Why would anyone contemplate such a vile act? Tempers, anxieties and frustration rise as more and more lids disappear. People go to futile extremes to protect their toilets. What is behind the wave of odious thefts? Is it Cec Pitt, TV presenters of The Collectors and Gatherers Show and, antique and preloved goods dealer involved? Marnie and Tiana are determined to get to the bottom of the mystery and save the nation from an evil, embarrassing scam.

The Lonely Potoo

There once was a lonely potoo.

The other animals would giggle and cry,

‘Oh look, it’s the ugly potoo...I can’t be friends with you!’

One day, the potoo was tired of feeling gloomy and down.

So he flew from his tree, hoping a friend could be found.

Will the clever potoo be able to trick the other birds using a not-so-perfect disguise?

The Lonely Possum

The Lonely Possum was inspired by a possum who was found living in an odd place for such a creature to live, and that was behind the roller door of a garage! This story, being both simple and sweet, was written to demonstrate the similarities an animal can have to a human, for we all feel emotions. These emotions can be due to an action by another person or a reaction from one’s own actions. The Lonely Possum sees a possum react to events where it makes it feel alone, however, a kind gecko one day comes along to reassure the possum that no one is ever alone! Thus, also teaching children the importance of always being kind to one another.

The Littlest Angel

Angels have their problems. When you are the littlest and trying to find your place among a crowd of gleaming beings who have quite specific ideas of their place in the heavenly hierarchy, it can be daunting. Especially when they love to spread their wings into your space at the end of the front row in the heavenly choir. Littlest has a lot to learn but she manages. Flying is a learned skill, as is whispering, reminding and other things that angels are called on to do. But Littlest finds that she has special skills of her own that earn her the other angels’ respect and a place in the front of the choir.

The Littles

The fantastic ‘Littles’ come from the wonderful mysterious kingdom of Learnalot. The three main characters are Queenie, Vikram and Kirk who embark on amazing magical adventures. They have a magic disc which aids them if they ever get into some form of trouble. All they have to do is shout the magic word, ‘HELP!’ There is also a mischievous imp, named Skrudge, who can be a nuisance at times.

Throughout The Littles, the three friends help to teach colours, shapes and numbers in a subtle way. Therefore, the reader will eventually learnalot!

The Little Turtle Who Couldn't Swim

Finkles is a little baby turtle with a big heart but a fear of the ocean. Danger appears on the beach, but with the help of her big brother, Wilf, can she overcome her fears and self-doubt and safely find her mummy?

The Little Rascals

Meet these three young siblings who wake up to a new adventure every single morning. Today, Mammy is taking the Little Rascals on a shopping trip where they will cause much trouble and mischief but, as always, manage to find their way back out of it!

The Little Chewing Gum and the Queen

Read about the Little Chewing Gums’ dream to meet the Queen and become her royal chewing gum. She sets off on her adventure to Buckingham Palace and on her way she meets funny and charming characters who become her friends and help her on her journey. Will she fulfil her dream by meeting the Queen and living happily after? Find out in this funny and adventurous story.

The Little Black Cat

Join in with the adventures of The Little Black Cat. Read all about what she gets up to with her family and friends, in her action-packed and exciting day. The Little Black Cat is a very busy cat and has so many fun (and not so fun) experiences, that she is definitely ready to sleep by the end of the day. Follow her as she enjoys playing, hiding, eating and learning, around the house, in the garden and beyond. The Little Black Cat just loves to share her stories and you can read along with her all the way. She will make you laugh being so playful and funny and she’s ever so cute for her daddy and mummy. You’re sure to adore this mischievous, cheeky and brave little cat, as she explores the big wide world all day long. Can you guess what she will get up to next?