Andrew Prentice Books

Economics is all about how and why we make choices. This exciting book breaks down a fascinating subject that governs so much of our lives. Why are markets so important? How do we actually make decisions? Will robots take our jobs? Accessible and informative, this comprehensive introduction will help readers understand how the world really works. Cartoons, comic strips and diagrams offer simple explanations of big ideas. Suitable for adults and children alike - a brilliant resource for anyone looking to learn about economics. Explores big questions by looking at economics from every angle: from problems that face individuals, through the issues that affect businesses and nations, to the vital global questions that will decide our futures.

A brave princess goes on an epic quest. Surviving the terrible dangers of a forest that no man is brave enough to enter she reaches an enchanted castle with a sleeping prince... Based on an old Spanish folktale, this is an entertaining and inspiring tale about how the stories you tell about yourself can change your life.

When Ben is granted three wishes, he dreams of changing his life forever. But you must always be careful what you wish for! A fantastical tale of love, magic and a sausage, specially written for children who are just learning to read, and with stunning illustrations by Lorena Alvarez throughout.

Elizabethan London. Ever since his accident, Jack the pick-pocket can see devils. Not only that, he has one in his service, the irrepressible Imp. But devils are tricksy creatures, and when a ploy with a devil of mischief goes wrong, Jack and the Imp, with his companions Beth and Kit, are transported 200 years into the future, to an age of rationality which no longer believes in devils of any kind. Big mistake.

When Jack picks the wrong pocket and finds himself making a dangerous bargain with a terrifying stranger, the consequences are worse than he could ever have imagined. Held at knife-point, with his mother brainwashed by an ancient curse, only reckless, rapier-swishing Kit Morely can help him.

Aspiring scriptwriters will find a wealth of guidance in this book, which covers various script genres, including horror, adventure, and comedy. It offers practical tips and creative ideas to assist writers in character development, crafting dialogue, and ultimately producing their own performances. Each page serves as a resource to inspire and facilitate the scriptwriting process, making it an essential tool for anyone looking to hone their skills in this exciting field.

Have you ever dreamed of zipping to distant stars, jumping through time or setting out on a deadly quest? This book has loads of inspiring ideas for amazing stories and plenty of space to write them down. With lots of helpful tips for building new worlds, and links to websites for more writing tips, activities and inspiration.

Dieses Buch bietet angehenden Autoren Inspiration und Tipps für das Schreiben fantastischer Abenteuer und intergalaktischer Reisen. Es lehrt, Welten zu erschaffen, Charaktere zu entwickeln und Spannung aufzubauen. Die praktische Spiralbindung ermöglicht eigene Notizen und kreative Entfaltung.