Arianwyn is back for another thrilling adventure in the
second APPRENTICE WITCH book - Studio Ghibli meets Diana Wynne
Jones!
Praise for book 1:
'Reminded me
of the best of the Worst Witch books' ABI
ELPHINSTONE
'The Apprentice Witch is
entirely more charming, adventurous, and full of heart
than a book has any right to be.' TRENTON LEE STEWART
'A delightful, witty and vivid story'
KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE
During
an eventful holiday in Kingsport, Arianwyn is recruited for an important
mission: to retrieve the Book of Quiet Glyphs from its hiding
place in the Great Wood.
But as she returns home to Lull, feyling refugees gather outside
the town walls and hex plagues the forest.
As tensions lead to fall-outs with her friends, town squabbles
and magical mishaps, Arianwyn faces a sobering truth: she alone
can find the Book, and wield its secrets ...
A bewitching series set in a world of domestic magic
– a refreshingly small-world fantasy perfect for readers aged
9 and up.
A spellbinding read, tapping into important themes of
overcoming failure and building self-esteem.
Filled with thrills, pesky magical conundrums, outlandish
creatures and an enchanted forest, yet retains its warm soul
and earthy charm!
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'A magical modern retelling of an old fairytale ... Exquisite' - Jacqueline Wilson
'These twelve fierce heroines will be a pleasure to return to again and again' - Madeline Miller
'A complete revelation' - Thandie Newton
'Wild, wise, generous, ferocious' - Katherine Rundell
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A dazzling, feminist fairytale from the bestselling author of The Miniaturist and The House of Fortune.
For her twelve daughters, Queen Laurelia’s death in a motor car accident is a disaster beyond losing a mother. Their father, King Alberto, cannot bear the idea of the princesses ever being in danger and decides his daughters must be kept safe at all costs. Those costs include their lessons, their possessions and, most importantly, their freedom.
But the eldest, Princess Frida, will not bend to his will without a fight and she still has one possession her father can’t take: the power of her imagination. And so, with little but wits and ingenuity to rely on, Frida and her sisters begin their fight to be allowed to live.
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An essential gift, this inspirational story about family, sisterhood, imagination and bravery is a modern classic to be handed down from mother to daughter for generations.
Do you ever wonder whether cats know a bit more than people night think? The cats in these stories in When a Cat Ruled the World do...
Captivating versions of some of the best myths and legends from around the world. TreeTops Myths and Legends are fascinating and action-packed stories that will motivate and inspire readers. These are some of the oldest and most enduring stories in the world, retold by leading contemporary children's authors to bring out all of the action, drama, humour and depth of the original stories in a way that makes them as exciting and meaningful today as ever. The stories are beautifully illustrated in a range of styles to bring each tale to life.
Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.
The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
Part of the ""First Reading"" series, aimed at children who are beginning to read, this title looks into the world of snails; what they eat, where they live and how they survive. It also offers fun facts, puzzles, and a snail glossary at the end.
The former ""Well Loved Tales"" series have been redesigned with brighter inks and coated paper to enhance the appeal of these fairy tales to young children. They are all intended for one level of readability and are considered ideal bedtime stories. The is the story of ""The Big Pancake"".
When Rosie finds a tiny, tartan sock in her bedroom she's sure it could only fit one thing - a fairy! Mum tells Rosie not to be so silly, fairies don't exist.
Then the old lady who live next door tells Rosie that Mum's the one who's silly, fairies are everywhere if you know how to look. And they love chocolate.
Rosie's not sure who to believe until she sees something in the grass at the top of the moor and then she can hardly believe her eyes. It's fluttering and tiny and magical. Could it really be a fairy....?
Each book in this beautifully illustrated series presents a different folk tale from around the world. This book tells the story of the Empty Pot, a traditional Chinese folk tale. In it, the hero of the story learns that it is better to be honest than to cheat, and that honesty will bring real rewards.
