Dave Lowe

Enter the spellbinding world of a retirement home for witches in this tale of mischief and magic for children. Grab your broom and get ready for an adventure like no other, because things do go bump in the night - and they live at Anderson House! Join Myrtle in the first book in The Witches of Anderson House series, as she learns how to find her magic again - all with the help of her witchy friends. Children will love this playful, spooky story by award-winning author Dave Lowe and magical illustrations by Jennie Poh that bring the story to life. This witch book for children offers: A story by Dave Lowe, bestselling and award-winning author of 11 children’s books. Beautiful illustrations by author and illustrator Jennie Poh (2021 Giverny Book Award). A heartwarming narrative about a retirement home full of witches and their hilarious, magical escapades. Some very strange characters live in Anderson House, a retirement home for witches, and one of them is the magnificent Myrtle Stormwhisper. Myrtle is certain of one thing: she has given up magic for good. But when a knock at the door calls for her to pick up her wand again, she doesn't know if she can. It's been so long since Myrtle has cast a spell - what if she’s forgotten how?

Enter the spellbinding world of a retirement home for witches in this tale of mischief and magic for children. Grab your broom and get ready for an adventure like no other, because things do go bump in the night-and they live at Anderson House Join Myrtle in the first book in The Witches of Anderson House series, as she learns how to find her magic again-all with the help of her witchy friends. Children will love this playful, spooky story by award-winning author Dave Lowe and magical illustrations by Jennie Poh that bring the story to life. This witch book for children offers: A story by Dave Lowe, bestselling and award-winning author of 11 children's books. Beautiful illustrations by author and illustrator Jennie Poh (2021 Giverny Book Award). A heartwarming narrative about a retirement home full of witches and their hilarious, magical escapades. Some very strange characters live in Anderson House, a retirement home for witches, and one of them is the magnificent Myrtle Stormwhisper. Myrtle is certain of one thing: she has given up magic for good. But when a knock at the door calls for her to pick up her wand again, she doesn't know if she can. It's been so long since Myrtle has cast a spell-what if she's forgotten how?

Enter the spellbinding world of a retirement home for witches in this tale of mischief and magic for children. Grab your broom and get ready for an adventure like no other, because things do go bump in the night-and they live at Anderson House Join Myrtle in the first book in The Witches of Anderson House series, as she learns how to find her magic again-all with the help of her witchy friends. Children will love this playful, spooky story by award-winning author Dave Lowe and magical illustrations by Jennie Poh that bring the story to life. This witch book for children offers: A story by Dave Lowe, bestselling and award-winning author of 11 children's books. Beautiful illustrations by author and illustrator Jennie Poh (2021 Giverny Book Award). A heartwarming narrative about a retirement home full of witches and their hilarious, magical escapades. Some very strange characters live in Anderson House, a retirement home for witches, and one of them is the magnificent Myrtle Stormwhisper. Myrtle is certain of one thing: she has given up magic for good. But when a knock at the door calls for her to pick up her wand again, she doesn't know if she can. It's been so long since Myrtle has cast a spell-what if she's forgotten how?

The second book in the magical Pixies vs Fairies series, set in a world which turns everything you know about fairies on its head, where fairies are mean and pixies are the real heroes! Join Alice and Max for a magical adventure with their pixie friends! Bran the pixie has challenged the fairies to let their ponies compete in the unicorn showjumping tournament. He is determined to prove that ponies are just as good as unicorns. But if the fairies win, the pixies risk losing their home! The pixies need Alice and Max's help if they're going to stand a chance in the competition. Can Alice and Max gallop to victory? Also available:Pixies vs Fairies (Book 1)

I'm sure you've heard of fairies. You've probably heard of pixies too. But maybe you thought they only existed in stories. Alice is fed up. Her family have moved to the countryside and there are no adventures to be found at all. Or so she thinks... But everything changes when she meets seven-year-old Max who shares the most wonderful secret. At the bottom of his garden is an oak tree with a tiny door. And through that tiny door live three pixies. The pixies are relieved to meet Alice – as they need her help. Their queen has been frozen by the mean fairies and only the bravest adventurers can come to her rescue and save the day. A delightful new series for 6+ in the tradition of The Magic Faraway Tree.

Ben thinks he's going on a normal family holiday, until Stinky discovers a mystery for them to solve. Can they retrieve the missing diamonds and be back in time for the fancy-dress disco? Or will someone beat them to it?

The daring duo are seeking an adventure, when Lucy's cat disappears under fishy circumstances. Who is the cat-napper? And can Ben and Stinky solve the mystery in time to save Delilah?

Surely a talking hamster must win the prize for 'Most Talented Pet'? But how can Ben enter without giving away the secret? Skateboarding offers a route to success, but events take a turn for the worse when Stinky goes missing. Never mind the competition, Ben wants his best friend back. MY HAMSTER IS A GENIUS was shortlisted for the Sheffield Children's Book Award 2013

Nine-year-old Ben Jinks and his pet hamster Stinky are back - and this time they're aiming for the moon! Can the pair triumph at the science fair, despite their neighbours' crafty plotting? Ben knows that what goes up must come down, but how will Stinky fare on his maiden voyage? MY HAMSTER IS A GENIUS was shortlisted for the Sheffield Children's Book Award 2013

Second in a hilarious six-book series about a highly unusual pet hamster. MY HAMSTER IS A GENIUS was shortlisted for the Sheffield Children's Book Award 2013A spate of burglaries has hit the neighbourhood, and the Jinks household hasn't been spared. With only a baby monitor, some drawing pins and a penguin-suit to hand, Stinky and Ben put together a plan to catch the criminals. But how will they cope when their scheme starts to unravel? Illustrated throughout with black and white artwork by The Boy Fitz Hammond.

First in a hilarious six-book series about a highly unusual pet hamster. MY HAMSTER IS A GENIUS was shortlisted for the Sheffield Children's Book Award 2013Nine-year-old Ben Jinks wants a pet, but a talking hamster wasn't on his wish list. When his mum says he has to prove he's responsible in order to get his TV back, he resolves to make the best of it. What he wasn't expecting was a grumpy talking hamster who can do his maths homework! Ben's marks shoot up, but his teacher - the nasty Beardy McCreedy - is suspicious, and bets Ben's dad that Ben can't pass a maths test without cheating. Ben is sure he is doomed, but with Stinky's help - and some disgusting maths props - maybe he can prove his nasty teacher wrong . . . Illustrated throughout with black and white artwork by The Boy Fitz Hammond.

Five days, five tasks, no technology. How will Holly survive in the woods? Holly's second 'dadventure' is a screen-free challenge - Mum has packed her and Dad off to a log cabin in Fir Forest for five days with NO technology. There are other people camping in the woods, though - Zeb and his show-off dad who are camping 'properly' in tents and fishing for their dinner. Holly's dad is treating her like a baby and being more embarrassing than ever, but Zeb and Holly soon hit it off and enjoy exploring the forest together. A few days in Zeb's dad goes missing, and they discover there is a bear on the loose from the local safari park. It's up to Holly and her new friend to work together, save the day and prove themselves to their fathers - all without their phones or any tech gadgets! The second story in the 'Dadventure' series, a perfect family story or read-alone for fans of David Baddiel and THE 13-STOREY TREEHOUSE.

Holly's dad is an explorer, having amazing adventures all over the world, while Holly is stuck at home with her mum, her baby brother and the dog. Now Dad's on a new expedition and he'll miss her tenth birthday. She's not happy - until she finds out that he's planned a special treasure hunt, just for her. She has ten days to complete ten tasks - some silly, some tricky and some downright terrifying. Maybe life at home isn't quite so boring after all. The first story in the 'Dadventure' series, a perfect family story or read-alone for fans of David Baddiel and THE 13-STOREY TREEHOUSE.

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