Julian Sedgwick crafts captivating tales for young readers, delving into mysterious realms and intriguing histories. His work is characterized by immersive storytelling and vivid imagery, drawing children into thrilling adventures. Sedgwick focuses on creating narratives that ignite imagination and curiosity, often weaving in elements of the supernatural and historical enigmas. His books are designed to enthrall and inspire the next generation of readers.
Abducted by spirits from his village, lost boy Akira must make the long journey in north Japan to find his family and save his young sister, before time runs out. Voyaging deeper and deeper into a Japan 'between the worlds', Akira and his companions encounter a host of yokai monsters and famous ghosts, discovering a sometimes comical and sometimes terrifying world of interlinked and ghostly short stories along the way.
Tsunami Girl is a powerful coming-of-age story of 15-year-old Yuki Hara Jones who gets caught up in the March 2011 Great Eastern Japan Earthquake and Tsunami. It’s about a young person trying to work out who they are, and where they fit - and trying to do this whilst surviving the trauma of a triple disaster of colossal scale, told through both prose and manga.
J G Ballard's Empire of the Sun meets Susan Hill's The Woman in Black in a compelling teen thriller ...
The book was first published in Great Britain in 2014 by Hodder Children's Books, indicating its origin and the target audience of children. It likely features themes and narratives suitable for young readers, reflecting contemporary issues or imaginative storytelling typical of the publisher's offerings.
The book was originally published in Great Britain by Hodder Children's Books in 2014. It offers a unique perspective on its themes and characters, engaging readers with its imaginative storytelling and rich narrative style.
Set in a near-future Britain, 'Dark Satanic Mills' tracks a young girl's journey from the flooded landmarks of London to the vast, scorched and abandoned hills of the north. Framed for a murder she did not commit, Christie has no other choice but to run for her life.
Combining elements of mentalism, escapology, and magic, this debut novel follows 12-year-old Danny, who is navigating his mixed heritage as half-Chinese and half-British. After the tragic death of his parents in a mysterious fire, he embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth about his identity and the dark secrets of the Mysterium circus where they performed. This thrilling quest challenges Danny to confront his past and discover who he truly is. Suitable for ages 9 and up.