Tom Holt Books

Across the Channel, the battle rages ... On the Tilling front, another battle is being fought-the constant war of wits and social ascendancy between Lucia Pillson and Elizabeth Mapp-Flint. Lucia, with her superior style, timeless elegance, occasional low cunning and husband Georgie-whose talent for transforming powdered eggs and canned meat into gourmet fare has turned him into a minor celebrity-invariably wins the day. Although Elizabeth may have lost a battle or two, she definitely hasn't lost the war-until she carelessly gives Lucia the ultimate weapon against her, upsetting the balance of power in Lucia's favor. But how long will Lucia be able to retain the admiration of all Tilling if her power remains unchecked? After all, absolute power corrupts absolutely. Originally published in 1985, Lucia in Wartime is the first of Tom Holt's officially sanctioned sequels to the hilarious "Lucia" novels of E.F. Benson.

Told in multiple voices, four summer school classmates band together to save their teacher and their academic futures after Ms J.'s unorthodox teaching methods are questioned.

2020 Odyssey Honor Award, 2020 Rainbow Booklist Title, NCTE 2020 Notable Poetry Book, and ALSC Notable Children's Recordings highlight this universal story about finding comfort in one's own skin. When Kate and Tam meet, their worlds shift unexpectedly. Initially, Tam perceives Kate as a typical cheerleader, while Kate views Tam as just another tall jock. However, as they keep encountering each other, they reveal surprising depths. Beneath Kate's polished exterior, Tam discovers a goofy, sensitive, and lonely girl. In turn, Kate realizes that Tam is much more than a volleyball player—she embodies everything Kate wishes she could be. Their connection is genuine, but not everyone understands it. This novel in verse explores two girls navigating their feelings for each other in a sincere and relatable manner, allowing young readers to connect with the story. The text features a unique presentation that beautifully intertwines two first-person narratives. K.A. Holt, the author of several acclaimed books for young people, resides in Austin, Texas. Critics praise the work as a "glowing, heartfelt addition to the middle-grade LGBTQ genre," with accessible free verse narration that highlights the characters' parallel journeys. This moving story is an excellent choice for middle school students and preteens aged 10-14.

Witty, ironic ... and achieves a deeply felt authenticity' NEW YORK TIMES schovat popis

When Jordan does not make the cut for the dance show Fierce Across America, he pairs up with schoolmate Casey, leader of the dance team, who believes her dance skills and Jordan's choreography will make them an unbeatable team.

GEORGE meets MS. BIXBY'S LAST DAY in this funny, meaningful novel-in-verse, the second in a new series from bestselling author K.A. Holt.

Two fantastic comic fantasies - MY HERO and WHO'S AFRAID OF BEOWULF? - reissued with brilliant new cover style.

The latest madcap comic fantasy from one of Britain's funniest writers.

A heart-warming tale of Armageddon from one of the funniest, most original voices in comic fiction today... The third planet out from the star was blue, with green splodges. Dirt. Oh, the bomb thought. And then its courage, determination and nobility-of-spirit subroutines cut in, overriding everything else, adrenalizing its command functions and bypassing its cyberphrenetic nodes. Here goes, said the bomb to itself. Calibrate navigational pod. Engage primary thrusters. Ready auxiliary drive. It knew, in that moment, that its own doom was near; because it was giving itself orders, and it wasn’t putting in any ‘the’s. That was what you did, apparently, when the moment came. You could also turn on a flashing red beacon and a siren, but mercifully these were optional. Oh #//+! thought the bomb, and surged on towards Dirt like an avenging angel.

A wickedly funny new comic fantasy novel featuring the further adventures of Paul Carpenter, hero of THE PORTABLE DOOR.