Little Red sets off to visit her auntie who is poorly. A Very Hungry Lion approaches Little Red, wanting to gobble her up. But despite all the cunning plans by Lion, Little Red outsmarts him and soon has him saying sorry and eating doughnuts instead. A classic fairy tale with a twist by the bestselling Alex T. Smith.
Alex T. Smith Books
Alex T. Smith is the celebrated creator of the beloved and bestselling Claude series for early readers. His illustrations possess a playful and warm style that breathes life into characters and narratives for young audiences. Smith's work often draws inspiration from everyday observations, with his own canine companions serving as a constant source for his visually engaging creations.







Mr. Penguin embarks on an adventurous quest to solve the mystery of disappearing pets, facing his fear of flying along the way. The story features engaging illustrations in striking orange and black, enhancing the whimsical narrative. Through his journey, Mr. Penguin showcases courage and determination, making for an entertaining tale that appeals to young readers.
Santa Claude
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Claude and Sir Bobblysock think they've caught a burglar coming down the chimney on Christmas Eve. They clap on the handcuffs and turn on the lights. Oh no! It isn't a burglar - it's none other than Santa Claus! Now the key for the handcuffs is lost and it's up to our two heros to deliver all the presents before midnight ...
How Winston Came Home for Christmas
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Join Winston the mouse on his second adventure in this heartwarming tale of bravery, kindness and unlikely friendships. This gorgeous book is the perfect Christmas present for any child, to read aloud and share with all the family time and time again.
Winston the mouse embarks on a heartwarming adventure filled with bravery, kindness, and unexpected friendships. This beautifully illustrated tale makes for an ideal Christmas gift, perfect for children to enjoy alone or share with family during the holidays.
Mr. Penguin and the Catastrophic Cruise
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Dashing detective Mr. Penguin and his Adventuring gang are in for a wild ride when they board a luxury cruise ship. From Alex T. Smith's delightfully illustrated, mystery-detective series. Mr. Penguin and his kung fu spider sidekick, Colin, are ready for some well-deserved rest and relaxation! Or they would be, if threatening notes hadn't appeared and the ship's crew wasn't whispering secrets. After befriending a young stowaway, Mr. Penguin discovers someone is planning on endangering the lives of the rich and famous on board to chase after the Fountain of Youth. Can Mr. Penguin foil this perilous plot and get home in time for a fish finger sandwich? Alex T. Smith's Mr. Penguin is a page-turning, illustrated middle grade series that is sure to thrill young readers looking for a good adventure and major laughs. Two color illustrations throughout.
Claude: Claude Doodle Book
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Get creative and doodle along with Claude in this fantastic activity book. Now the star of his very own TV show on Disney Junior!
No Bullsh*t Strategy
- 152 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Most strategy is, let's face it, bullsh*t. A bunch of fancy words which mean nothing at all. At best harmless and easy to ignore. At worst confusing and destructive. What if strategy could instead be clear, simple, bold, and even actually useful?
Claude on the Slopes
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
From the World Book Day Illustrator 2014, comes another wonderfully funny tale about the bestselling beret clad hero.
Here comes Claude: an utterly adorable new young fiction character from talented young author/illustrator, Alex T. Smith.
Mr Penguin and the Tomb of Doom
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
From the internationally bestselling creator of Claude comes a hero like no other: Mr Penguin. Indiana Jones meets Hercule Poirot in this series from Alex T. Smith, ideal for 7+ readers of Dave Pigeon.
Claude - Claude in the Spotlight
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Claude is no ordinary dog. He is a small, plump dog who wears a fancy red beret and a stylish red sweater. His best friend is Sir Bobblysock. When Claude and Sir Bobblysock takes a gentle stroll through town, little does Claude know that he will be in the spotlight when he helps to unmask a ghost intent on disrupting a variety performance at the local theatre.
Claude Going for Gold
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Come with Claude on a smashing adventure! These waggy tales are perfect for new readers, with illustrations on every page. As seen on TV - Claude is the star of his very own TV show! 'Illustrated with humour and elegance ...' The Sunday Times Claude and Sir Bobblysock are excited to discover a Stonking Great Big Sports Day at their local sports centre! They are even more excited when they are asked to take part. But Claude's doggy paddle isn't quite fast enough, and he's not quite as good at gymnastics as he thought he might be. Then some robbers steal the big gold trophy and Claude chases them - can he run fast enough to catch them? 'For emerging readers I recommend the Claude books' Irish Sunday Independent Catch up with ten terrific years of Claude! Read on with: Claude on Holiday Claude in the City Claude at the Circus Claude in the Country Claude in the Spotlight Claude on the Slopes Claude Lights! Camera! Action! Claude Going for Gold Santa Claude Claude Adventures Claude All At Sea Claude at the Palace Claude Doodle Book Claude: All About Keith Claude Snazzy Dress-Up Sticker Book Claude: Anyone for Strawberries? Claude Ever-So-Summery Sticker Book
How Winston Delivered Christmas
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
From Alex T. Smith, bestselling author of the Claude series, comes How Winston Delivered Christmas - the irresistible story of the brave little mouse who sets out on an adventure on Christmas Eve. Featuring beautiful colour artwork and Christmassy activities to make-and-do throughout, this gorgeous book is sure to become a festive family tradition that will be enjoyed year after year. Winston the mouse is on a Very Important Mission. On Christmas Eve, he finds a letter to Father Christmas that did not make it to the post box - so, with no time to lose, he sets out to deliver it himself in time for Christmas Day! He has a lot of Very Exciting Adventures on his Very Important Mission and makes some wonderful friends along the way. Written in twenty-four-and-a-half chapters, one to enjoy each day in the lead up to christmas, each chapter includes it's very own festive activity for all the family to enjoy together - including writing a letter to Father Christmas, making mince pies, designing your very own Christmas cards, making presents, creating decorations, and so much more! This flapped paperback features a festively foiled cover and artwork on beautiful paper, making it the perfect Christmas gift. And don't miss Winston's next daring adventure, How Winston Came Home for Christmas.
Claude on Holiday
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
This beret-clad hero is back in another wonderfully funny tale.
Gorgeously illustrated, this retelling of a festive classic offers a fresh perspective on the beloved tale of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. Alex T. Smith brings vibrant characters and whimsical scenes to life, inviting readers into a magical world filled with Christmas cheer and playful adventures. Perfect for the holiday season, this book captures the spirit of the original story while adding new layers of charm and excitement.
Claude TV Tie-ins: Claude Comic Capers
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Meet Claude - the ordinary dog with an extraordinary life! Now the star of his very own TV show. Join Claude and Sir Bobblysock in their frst ever comic book!
Claude at the Palace
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Meet Claude, the ordinary dog with an extraordinary life. This brand-new classic Claude story in Alex T. Smith's bestselling series is perfect for new readers, with illustrations on every page!
Foxy Tales: The Cunning Plan
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Foxy DuBois is on a mission to get rich quick. Only one thing stands in her way: Alphonso the Alligator! Can Foxy's hair-brained scheme make enough money to keep Alphonso fed? Or will Foxy DuBois find herself on the menu?
Come one, come all for this extraordinary fiction debut for both Alex T Smith and his unforgettable hero, Claude.
Mr Penguin and the lost treasure
- 214 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Mr Penguin and Colin (a spider and Mr Penguin's silent right hand man) are called in to find the missing treasure somewhere in the Museum of Extraordinary Objects. The quest finds them solving secret codes, fighting ferocious beasts, eating fish finger sandwiches and travelling deep below the museum to a lost jungle
Astrid and the Space Cadets: Danger at the Black Lagoon!
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Claude: Lights! Camera! Action!
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
From the World Book Day Illustrator 2014, comes another wonderfully funny tale about the bestselling beret-clad hero.
Claude TV Tie-ins: Camp Claude
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Meet Claude - the ordinary dog with an extraordinary life! Now the star of his very own TV show. Claude and Sir Bobblysock are off on a camping adventure - in the back garden!
Claude In The City
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Claude is no ordinary dog he leads an extraordinary life! When Mr and Mrs Shinyshoes set off for work, Claude decides what adventure he wants to have that day. Today he and Sir Bobblysock go to the city for the very first time. The have tea in a cafe, go shopping and visit a museum. It is all very normal until ... Claude accidentally foils a robbery and becomes the local hero!
Claude All at Sea
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
This is the first picture book starring the adorable Claude soon to be a TV star on Disney Junior with 52 episodes airing in 2017.
Claude TV Tie-ins: Dream Bun
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Meet Claude - the ordinary dog with an extraordinary life! Now the star of his very own TV show.
The Twelve Days of Christmas
- 56 pages
- 2 hours of reading
A witty new version of the classic festive poem
Astrid and the Space Cadets: Attack of the Snailiens!
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
The Famous Five in Space – except there are four of them! Blast of with Astrid and the Space Cadets in this illustrated chapter book, perfect for newly confident readers.
“On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…” We all know and love the familiar Christmas carol, sung every year all over the world; a time-honored counting song that celebrates the tradition of gift giving. Pass this perennial carol onto your children and delight in the enchanting images of award winning photographer Anne Geddes Anne Geddes’ distinctive, humorous interpretation of the lyrics brings the joyful traditional song to life, making it as fresh and fun today as it was when it was first sung hundreds of years ago. Capture the essence of Christmas and the imagination of your young ones with The Twelve Days of Christmas. It is the perfect Christmas gift for children aged 8 and up.
Claude TV Tie-ins: Claude Whopping Great Sticker Activity Book
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Meet Claude - the ordinary dog with an extraordinary life! Now the star of his very own TV show on Disney Junior and coming soon to ITVBe.
SEC Football's Greatest Games
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
A stunning time-trip through college football's greatest conference and its most important, heated, and astonishing games.
Astrid and the Space Cadets: Race from Planet Peril!
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
The second book in Alex T. Smith's Astrid and the Space Cadets series – highly illustrated in black and white, this laugh-out-loud series is perfect for children who are ready to read by themselves.
Maximilian und das große Weihnachtswunder (Maximilian 2)
Eine Adventsgeschichte in 24 1/2 Kapiteln
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Pamiętacie niezwykłą myszkę, która uratowała Święta? Winston powraca, by zabrać Was w kolejną podróż pełną przygód! Do Bożego Narodzenia zostało pięć dni, a Winston ma do rozwiązania bardzo trudną zagadkę. Towarzyszy mu nieodparte przeczucie, że zaginął ktoś bardzo dla niego ważny, a w mglistych wspomnieniach widzi jakąś inną mysz. Wyrusza więc w ekscytującą podróż dookoła świata, by ją odnaleźć. Musi się jednak spieszyć – obiecał Oliverowi, że wróci na Boże Narodzenie bez względu na wszystko. Całe szczęście pomogą mu wspaniali przyjaciele – ci starzy, a także ci zupełnie nowi… „Winston wraca na święta” to magiczna, świąteczna historia podzielona na 24 i pół rozdziału, tak aby czytelnik mógł rozpocząć lekturę 1 grudnia i zakończyć w pierwszy dzień Bożego Narodzenia – zgodnie z lubianym przez dzieci schematem kalendarza adwentowego! Każdy dzień w tej niezwykłej książce, oprócz pięknej i zabawnej historii do czytania w rodzinnym gronie, opatrzony jest zadaniami do wykonania, wprowadzającymi w świąteczny klimat. Razem z najbliższymi można na przykład wykonać kartkę świąteczną i dekoracje lub napisać list do Świętego Mikołaja.
Lieveheersbeestje Emma is het slaafje van haar verwende stiefzussen. Als de zussen naar een bal zijn, krijgt Emma van haar liefste vriendin een prachtige jurk en schitterende bril om ook naar het feest te gaan. Prentenboek gebaseerd op Assepoester, met expressieve kleurenillustraties. Vanaf ca. 4 jaar.
Der Nussknacker und der Mäusekönig. Ein Adventskalenderbuch
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Ein zauberhaftes Adventskalenderbuch von Alex T. Smith, das die Geschichte „Der Nussknacker und der Mäusekönig“ in 24 ½ Kapiteln erzählt. Es eignet sich perfekt zum Vorlesen für Kinder ab 5 Jahren und vermittelt die wahre Bedeutung von Weihnachten. Ein lustiges und liebevoll gestaltetes Geschenk für die Vorweihnachtszeit.
Winston e l'avventura di Natale
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Ein zauberhaftes Adventskalenderbuch von Alex T. Smith, dem Bestsellerautor der „Maximilian“-Reihe, erzählt ein lustiges Weihnachtsabenteuer mit einer herrlich mürrischen Hauptfigur. Die herzerwärmende Geschichte thematisiert die wahre Bedeutung von Weihnachten und ist ideal für Kinder ab 5 Jahren. Mit bezaubernden Illustrationen ist es ein wunderbarer Begleiter für die Vorweihnachtszeit. Der Grumpel, der seine Ruhe liebt, hat eine lange Liste von Dingen, die er nicht mag: Socken, Spaß, Gelächter und besonders Weihnachten! Um das Fest zu verhindern, plant er eine Reise zum Nordpol, um Advent, Plätzchen und Gemütlichkeit abzuschaffen. Doch während seines turbulenten Abenteuers könnte der Grumpel vielleicht doch noch zum Weihnachts-Fan werden. Dieses liebevoll gestaltete Kinderbuch bietet eine zeitlose Vorlesegeschichte über die Magie von Weihnachten. Mit stimmungsvollen, bunten Bildern und einem großen Format ist es ein zauberhaftes Geschenk für Jungen und Mädchen ab 6 Jahren. Zudem gibt es ein Quiz bei Antolin, das zusätzliche Motivation bietet. Die Geschichte folgt einem ungewöhnlichen Helden, der auf seiner Reise viele neue Freunde findet und ist ein moderner Weihnachtsklassiker für die ganze Familie.
Luis ist ein ganz besonderer Hund: Man erkennt ihn schon von weitem an der leuchtend roten Baskenmütze. Zusammen mit seinem besten Freund Herrn Fusselsocke sind sie unschlagbar. Sobald die Besitzer aus dem Haus sind, machen sie die Stadt (un)sicher. Egal, ob ein Museumsräuber überführt oder eine Zirkustruppe geheilt werden muss, Luis und Herr Fusselsocke sind immer im richtigen Moment mit Rat und Tat zur Stelle! Ideal für Leseanfänger - witzig illustriert!
Paulchen bekommt Besuch
- 12 pages
- 1 hour of reading
- Fröhlichbunte Geschichte§- In beliebter Reimform
Bruno malovánky
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Bruno tráví hrozně rád čas poznáváním světa – třeba ve městě, na horách, v cirkuse nebo u moře. A právě díky tvým malůvkám teď jeho dobrodružství parádně ožijí! Stačí si vzít do ruky obyčejnou tužku, barevné pastelky, popustit uzdu představivosti a spolu s neobyčejným pejskem Brunem zažiješ obrovitánskou kopu zábavy. A samozřejmě u toho nebude chybět ani Brunův nejlepší kamarád, pan Žmolkofuska!
PRIDAJTE SA K MYŠIAKOVI FÉLIXOVI A ZAŽITE S NÍM ĎALŠIE NEODOLATEĽNÉ VIANOČNÉ DOBRODRUŽSTVO! Prinášame vám pokračovanie obľúbenej vianočnej klasiky Ako myšiak Félix zachránil Vianoce z pera populárneho autora detských knižiek Alexa T. Smitha. Do Vianoc zostáva päť dní a Félix musí vyriešiť VEĽMI ČUDNÚ ZÁHADU. V mysli sa mu vynárajú hmlisté spomienky na istú neznámu myšku. Ale kto to len môže byť? Félix je PRESVEDČENÝ, že to zistí jedine vtedy, ak ju nájde. A tak sa rozlúči s kamarátom Oliverom, ktorému sľúbi, že sa do Vianoc isto-iste vráti – a vyrazí na dobrodružnú cestu okolo sveta. Podarí sa mu pomocou starých i nových priateľov úspešne splniť aj túto misiu? Knižka má podobu adventného kalendára, no namiesto okienok sa pred vami otvára dvadsaťštyri a pol kapitol, ktoré okrem napínavého príbehu plného sviatočnej atmosféry obsahujú aj kreatívne nápady pre celú rodinu – napríklad návody na výrobu vianočných dekorácií, recepty na koláčiky a zaujímavosti o vianočných tradíciách z celého sveta – vďaka ktorým po nej radi siahnete každý rok.
Jak myšák Felix zachránil Vánoce
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Příběh jako adventní kalendář. Myšák Felix našel ztracený dopis pro Santu. Podaří se mu ho doručit včas a zachránit Vánoce? Má na to jen 24 kapitol! Na Štědrý večer malého myšáka Felixe téměř smete dopis adresovaný Santa Clausovi. Ale co dělá takový dopis jen tak venku na ulici? Proč není už u Santy? Myšák Felix neváhá a pustí se do veledůležitého úkolu – musí dopis doručit na Severní pól ještě dnes, aby odesílatel, chlapec Oliver, neměl pokažené Vánoce! Během své odvážné mise myšák potká nové a nečekané přátele, zažije s nimi mnohá dobrodružství a zjistí, že i ten nejmenší dobrý skutek je k nezaplacení. Tato kouzelná vánoční knížka od autora Alexe T. Smithe se dá pojmout jako adventní kalendář – namísto okének v ní najdete 24 a půl napínavých kapitol k přečtení. Po každé kapitole navíc čekají kreativní nápady a návody s vánoční tematikou na výrobu dárků, dekorací i dobrot. Ideální pro předvánoční čtení, které se stane novou rodinnou tradicí.















