Lynne Reid Banks was a British author whose works for children and adults were marked by a deep insight into the human psyche and social issues. Her writing often drew on her personal experiences, including her life in Israel, which lent her stories authenticity and a unique perspective. Banks explored themes such as coming-of-age, identity, and the search for belonging with a sensitivity and empathy that resonated with readers across generations. Her style, which fluidly moved between humor and seriousness, made her books timeless and enduringly popular.
"For endless lights and darks, dragons have lived a long, long way from uprights - or humans, as we know them - believing them to be deadly and cruel and untrustworthy. Into this world is born Red, the only red dragon, who is always asking why. When Red is sent out into the world in search of coal, this could be his chance to finally meet an upright for himself. But can dragons and uprights ever truly understand one another?"--Publisher's description
From the author of The Indian in the Cupboard and The L-Shaped Room comes a fascinating story of a wartime childhood, heavily influenced by her own experience.
The stellar partnership who brought you Harry the Poisonous Centipede are back together. This is the funny story of a very naughty cat, from bestselling author Lynne Reid Banks and award winning illustrator Tony Ross
Embark on an enchanting adventure with Patika Paprika, Molly Mint, and their fellow herb and spice heroes as they seek the perfect foods to enhance flavors. This delightful tale by Lynne Reid Banks combines entertainment and education, making it a captivating read for children, whether they are budding chefs or simply curious about cooking.
Houdini is no ordinary hamster. He is an escapologist with an exceptional talent for getting out of cages and urge to escape leads him to all kinds of adventures... New edition published into the First Modern Classics list, fantastic stories for young readers.
The story revolves around two tiger cub brothers taken from their jungle home to Rome, where their fates diverge drastically. The stronger cub, Brute, is trained for bloodshed in the Coliseum, while the smaller, Boots, is cherished by Princess Aurelia. As Aurelia bonds with Boots, Julius, the animal keeper, guides her in gaining the tiger's trust. However, a prank leads to a tragic turn of events, forcing Julius into a deadly confrontation with Brute in the arena, watched by thousands, highlighting themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the brutality of entertainment.
The story features Harry the Poisonous Centipede, a character known for his antics and charm, brought to life with vibrant illustrations by Tony Ross. Aimed at young readers aged 7 and above, this tale promises a mix of humor and adventure, continuing the tradition of engaging storytelling from the author of "The Indian In The Cupboard." Expect a delightful journey filled with squirmy surprises that will entertain children and spark their imagination.
Harry the Poisonous Centipede is now quite brave, but nothing can prepare him for this next adventure! He and best friend George are lost in a new and even scarier no-top world. Far from home, across the no-end puddle, they must negotiate a strange treeless cold desert, a Nest of Hoo-Mins, lots of noise- hurt and terrifying hairy-yowlers!
A touching coming-of-age story set in the stunning Australian outback.