Malorie Blackman is an author distinguished by her original approach to writing. Her works explore profound themes and are known for their unique style. Readers appreciate her ability to draw them into stories and provoke thoughtful consideration. Her influence on the literary landscape is evident through her compelling narratives.
Facing unexpected fatherhood, seventeen-year-old Dante's life takes a dramatic turn as he awaits his exam results that could lead him to university. Instead of celebrating academic achievements, he must navigate the challenges of being a single father to a baby girl. With support from his father and brother, Dante embarks on a journey of growth and responsibility, learning to balance his dreams with the realities of parenthood.
You're about to receive your A-level results and then a future of university and journalism awaits. But the day they're due to arrive your old girlfriend turns up unexpectedly - with a baby. Your baby. You agree to look after it, just for an hour or two. Then she doesn't come back - and your life changes forever.
The long-awaited autobiography of one of the world's greatest children's writers, and an empowering and inspiring account of a life in books. Malorie Blackman OBE is one of Britain's best loved and most widely-read writers.
ELT graded reading series for teenagers and young adults learning English as a foreign language. Penguin Readers introduces language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content. Boys Don't Cry, a Level 5 Reader, is B1 in the CEFR framework. Seventeen-year-old Dante is waiting for his exam results. If they are good, he'll go to university. But Dante's plans have to change when he hears that he is the father of a baby girl. With the help of his father and brother, Dante must learn how to be a single father
The first Nought Prime Minister, Toney Durbridge, is about to go on trial for the murder of notorious ganglord, Dan Jeavons. Tobey insists he is being framed. There were ten seats at Dan's dinner party the night he was killed and each guest had their own reasons for wishing him dead. Sephy Hadley was one of the guests that night. Haunted by the idea that she didn't do enough to stop the death of her first love, Callum McGregor, Sephy will not sit quietly and wait for accusations to fall on her now. She has her children to protect. It's time that the truth is uncovered. Time for the endgame. It's been 20 years since Malorie Blackman's groundbreaking series began with Noughts & Crosses, which charted the deeply forbidden romance between Sephy (a Cross) and Callum (a nought) - a love affair which had repercussions for their families for generations. Endgame, the breathtaking conclusion to the series, influenced by the unprecedented global events of recent years, is full of twists and turns. Are you ready for the Endgame?
A rip-roaring picture book adventure from superstar pairing Malorie Blackman and Dapo Adeola.Over the shimmering ocean, up the huge, high mountain, through the deep, dark forest . . . WE'RE GOING TO FIND THE MONSTER!Join two intrepid adventurers as their imaginations transform their house into a wild wonderland - and their big brother becomes a mighty monster. A joy to read-aloud with its cumulative refrain, and full of funny, relatable characters, this is a contemporary celebration of creativity, fantasy and family.Written by bestselling author of Noughts & Crosses, Malorie Blackman, this story was originally published as Marty Monster. This new version has been stunningly brought to life by the award-winning illustrator of Look Up!, Dapo Adeola.
A Fairy Tale Revolution is here to remix and revive our favourite stories. Marcus is kind, clever and handsome, with a beard so dark it is nearly blue- black. Nia demands a single promise from him - that Marcus will never enter her study in the basement, her private space. Will he betray her? Can a woman ever have a room of her own?
Malorie Blackman's bestseller adapted for the stage by Sabrina Mahfouz. Sephy and Callum sit together on a beach. They are in love. It is forbidden. This gripping Romeo and Juliet story is a captivating drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.
Ellie's mischievous antics are pushing her Grandma to her limits, prompting a much-needed lesson in behavior. The story explores the dynamics of their relationship as Grandma attempts to guide Ellie towards better choices. Through humor and heartwarming moments, the narrative emphasizes the importance of understanding and communication between generations. Readers will enjoy the engaging interactions and the valuable life lessons that unfold as Grandma navigates the challenges of raising a spirited child.
