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Dick King-Smith

    March 27, 1922 – January 4, 2011

    Dick King-Smith is a celebrated author whose work is deeply infused with a lifelong love for animals. Transitioning from farming and teaching to writing, he developed a distinct voice, often referred to as 'farmyard fantasy.' His narratives frequently explore the lives and adventures of farm animals, with a special affection for pigs. King-Smith's appeal lies in his charming storytelling and his ability to create engaging, enjoyable experiences for young readers.

    Dick King-Smith
    Sophie Hits Six
    Sophie's Adventures
    A Mouse Called Wolf
    Dick King-Smith: Dodos Are Forever
    Sophie's Lucky
    Sophie Is Seven
    • Sophie Is Seven

      • 141 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      Small but very determined, Sophie is everyone's favourite farmer-to-be!

      Sophie Is Seven
    • Sophie's Lucky

      • 110 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      From the beloved author of Babe comes the last of six stories about Dick King-Smith's most adored (human!) character, the inimitable Sophie, re-imagined twenty years later by the witty, perceptive paintbrush of the award-winning Hannah Shaw. Sophie would love to have a pony, but she doesn't think she'll ever be that lucky. She does get a lucky break, though, when Great Aunt Al invites her to Scotland! This charming, funny story beautifully captures the dynamics of family life and has been given a fresh, contemporary look by a talented artist.

      Sophie's Lucky
    • Whoever heard of a singing mouse? But Wolfgang Amadeus Mouse (named after the beginning of a name found on a scrap of sheet music) has a truly wonderful voice - a voice that thrills old Mrs Honeybee. Soon Mouse is singing daily while the lonely old woman plays the piano. But then - disaster strikes! Can Wolf's voice save the day?

      A Mouse Called Wolf
    • Sophie's crazy about animals - snails and cats, rabbits and dogs, pigs and ponies. Read all about her family and friends (animal and human!) in the first three of the well-loved Sophie stories

      Sophie's Adventures
    • Sophie Hits Six

      • 132 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
      4.2(14)Add rating

      Small but very determined, Sophie loves animals and is going to be a farmer when she grows up. She has herds of insects and acquires a snail, a rabbit, a cat and a dog. She also befriends a pony called Bumblebee and a Vietnamese pot-bellied pig.

      Sophie Hits Six
    • Invisible, that is, to everyone except Janie and old Mrs Garrow who lives in the end cottage. Janie loves Henry, but will she ever have a real dog ? And how does Mrs Garrow know what's going to happen ?

      The Invisible Dog
    • Sophie's snail

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading
      4.2(21)Add rating

      First of 4 stories about Sophie, this follows the humorous adventures of four-year-old Sophie as she pursues her dream of becoming a farmer.

      Sophie's snail
    • I Love Guinea Pigs

      Read and Wonder

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      4.2(159)Add rating

      This book offers a fresh and engaging perspective on guinea pigs, highlighting their unique qualities and characteristics. Through a blend of originality and affection, it elevates the status of these popular pets, showcasing their charm and the joy they bring to their owners. The narrative celebrates the bond between humans and guinea pigs, making it a delightful read for pet lovers and animal enthusiasts alike.

      I Love Guinea Pigs
    • Sophie's Tom

      • 112 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Sophie is small but very determined. She loves animals and is going to be a lady farmer when she grows up. On her fifth birthday, she gets a model farm and lots of toy animals. What she wants most of all, though, is a real animal - like a cat.

      Sophie's Tom