A spell-binding new children's book from one of Britain's best-loved authors of fantasy adventure. Perfect for fans of Eva Ibbotson, Inkheart, and the Charlie Bone series. The yellow letter arrived on a Saturday, otherwise Henry would have been at school. The envelope was such a bright, sunny colour, no one would have believed that it contained a bombshell. Less than 10 minutes after the arrival of the mysterious letter, Henry is on the run with his Auntie Pearl, possibly never to return home. Henry has a secret. He is twelve, but he hasn't aged a day since the moment he was thrust a hundred years into the future. Now his secret has put him in danger. His only hope is the protection of the Guardians of the Lost. A wonderfully immersive fantasy book for children aged 9 and up. "A fast moving, dialogue-driven romp with plenty of cliff-hangers for those first hooked into reading by Harry Potter." (The Bookseller on Midnight for Charlie Bone).
Jenny Nimmo Book order
Jenny Nimmo crafts narratives renowned for their distinctive literary voice and evocative prose. Her work delves into the intricacies of human emotion and complex relationships, often infused with elements of magic and mystery. Nimmo's approach to storytelling is characterized by its lyrical quality and immersive power, drawing readers deeply into the worlds she creates. She is celebrated for her ability to explore profound themes with both sensitivity and imaginative flair.







- 2016
- 2010
Charlie Bone and the Red Knight
- 467 pages
- 17 hours of reading
The highly anticipated conclusion to the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Charlie Bone series! Charlie and his friends take on a powerful and dangerous magic in Book Eight of this extraordinary series. Wicked forces come to a head at Bloor's Academy, and Charlie and his friends must use all their skills and magic to fight the evil and save Charlie's parents. In his greatest adventure yet, Charlie must discover the fate of his family, the evil intentions of the Bloors, what has become of Septimus Bloor's will, and, most important, the destiny of the Red King's heirs. But are the Children of the Red King strong enough to defeat the darkness and find the answers?
- 2009
The Alien on the 99th Floor
Band 12/Copper
Fred's adventure begins when he accidentally takes the lift to the 99th floor of a shopping center, leading him to an alien in need. This unexpected encounter transforms his mundane outing into an exciting quest, encouraging young readers to build their confidence through engaging storytelling. The narrative combines humor and imagination, making it a delightful read for children while also supporting their reading development at home.
- 2008
The enchanter Count Harken - the shadow in the painting of the Red King - is back and determined to stop Billy from discovering a life-changing family secret. His incredible power reaches out from the dark, magical land of Badlock, through space and time, to wreak revenge on Charlie and his friends. Charlie's ancestor, Otus Yewbeam, has been imprisoned in Badlock by Count Harken. Otus is a giant, married to Amoret, the Red King's daughter. But he is no match for the shadow's troll army, led by the sinister Oddthumb. Charlie is sucked into a painting of Badlock and tries to rescue Otus, and reunite him with Amoret. But can he outwit the troll army? And what about poor Runner Bean, who follows him? Meanwhile, Charlie's allies are under attack too. The Onimouses are forced to close the Pets' Cafe, Billy is under Count Harken's spell, and Dagbert-the-drowner seeks power over Tancred. There is a terrible battle in Bloor's Academy, with fatal consequences. Charlie will need all the luck he can get to outwit the powerful shadow of Badlock.
- 2007
Farm Fun!
- 88 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Aimed at children aged seven to nine years, 'Farm Fun' contains three animal stories by the author of the best-selling Charlie Bone titles.
- 2007
The Owl Tree
- 78 pages
- 3 hours of reading
An enchanting tale of a young boy's efforts to save a magical tree, winner of the 1997 Smarties Prize. The owl tree is not like any tree Joe has ever seen. It's huge and leafy and shivers at times like a person; it even seems to speak. Granny Diamond once saw an owl perched among its branches and she has loved the tree ever since. It means the world to her. But her neighbour, Mr Rock, wants to cut it down. Why does he dislike the owl tree so much? Does the tree have a secret to tell Joe? And how can he, aboy too scared even to climb the tree, be the one to save it?
- 2007
Charlie Bone has located his father, who is on a second honeymoon with his mother. However, eerie events unfold as a strange mist appears and howls echo at night. Meanwhile, someone is searching Charlie's house, raising questions about what they are after.
- 2006
Children of the Red King - 5: Charlie Bone and the Hidden King
- 366 pages
- 13 hours of reading
When Charlie turns twelve on New Year's Eve, the Flame Cats give him a grave warning: Something ancient has awoken, and Charlie must be watchful. Soon Charlie learns that the shadow from the Red King's portrait has been released, and that it will do anything to keep Charlie from finding his father. Meanwhile, pets are mysteriously vanishing from the city, and Olivia is in danger of revealing her newfound powers.
- 2006
Midnight for Charlie Bone. Charlie Bone und das Geheimnis der sprechenden Bilder, englische Ausgabe
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Since his father died, Charlie Bone has lived with his mother and her mother, in the house of his other grandmother, Grandma Bone. Looking at a picture of a couple with a baby and a cat, he suddenly discovers he can hear their voices. Although he tries to hide his new gift, Grandma Bone and her scary sisters soon find out, and send him to Bloor's Academy. Charlie quickly finds life at Bloor's pretty tough, with its strict rules and the malevolent head boy, Manfred, set against him. When Charlie discovers that the child in the photograph is being held, hypnotised, against her will, he and his new friends with 'gifts' try to awaken her. But can they overcome Manfred's sinister hypnotic gifts?
- 2006
Charlie Bone and the Hidden King. Charlie Bone und der Rote König, englische Ausgabe
- 368 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Charlie Bone has to deal with the shadow that has escaped from the Red King's portrait and figure out the truth about his father. The situation becomes even more complicated when strange occurrences start taking place at Bloor's Academy.







