This author discovered a lifelong love for fiction thanks to her father, who would tell her fantastical stories. After his departure, she turned to the fantasy section of her local library, shaping her later writing. Her works often delve into realms of fantasy, drawing inspiration from her own experiences and a desire for escape. She is characterized by a vivid storytelling style that transports readers to other worlds.
Everyone is talking about the school talent show - except Jax. She's far too busy with Moonbeams, her magical moon cat. But then she meets Hubble, the white rabbit, whose owner dreams of wowing the crowds with his dazzling magical act!
Jax can't wait to get started on another mission with her magical moon cat Moonbeans, but can you just imagine her horror when she realises that it involves nothing less than helping the snooty starlet, Ruby-Rose.
AFTERDARK is threatened by one man's destructive greed. Only Joe, Kevin and Flora can save the dream fields in a quest of mystery and magic...Everyone is dazzled by Vasco Shine, owner of Dream Snatchers arcade. Vasco has it all - the car, the looks and the power. Joe and Flora know something's amiss when Forest Street is submerged in thick fog overnight. Throughout the murky air, men in balloons visit each house taking dreams from sleeping children.
In her fifth adventure, Mel, the time-travelling angel, navigates the intriguing blend of Australian secrets and the dark atmosphere of Jack the Ripper's London. This installment promises to keep readers engaged with its unique historical context and thrilling plot twists, all while featuring a fresh cover design that marks a rebirth for the beloved series.
A collection of some of the best-loved fairy tale princess stories. Each story is illustrated with embroidery which take inspiration from a different period of history.
When her white German Shepherd unearths a body in the undergrowth during their daily walk through Oxford's picturesque Port Meadow, Anna Hopkins has a double shock: she'd met the victim before. Convinced that Naomi Evans was not the random victim of a serial killer as the police believe, Anna teams up with fellow dogwalkers to discover the truth.
Mel is a trainee time-travelling angel. She's feisty, witty, streetwise and... dead Melanie Beeby, just thirteen, has been permanently removed from the late 20th Century by a speeding joy rider. She is elevated to another place, where she attends the Angel Academy. When she is asked to join an elite trouble-shooting group, Angels Unlimited, she is sent on a trial mission to London during the Blitz to help save another young person. Mel breaks the only rule -- she materialises to a human -- yet still manages to come out top of the class She is given her angel name -- Helix -- and comes up with her perfect teen outfit. 'To me this look says committed, it says now, it says ready for action. I mean, I'm an angel, so I should look divine, right?' Hilarious, fast-moving, other-worldly adventure
In this sharp comedy, Lenny finds himself trapped in a time loop reminiscent of Groundhog Day, facing the same day repeatedly. As he navigates the challenges and absurdities of his situation, he must confront his own choices and the impact they have on those around him. This engaging narrative blends humor with introspection, showcasing Lenny's journey towards self-discovery and growth amidst the chaos of his unusual predicament.
Mel is over the moon when she finds herself heading for Hollywood in the 1920s; with film stars, flappers and gangsters this has to be the most stylish era ever! But Mel is soon disillusioned by her first ever guardian angel assignment. Sullen Honesty Bloomfield isn’t Mel’s idea of film star material, plus the road to Hollywood is fraught with unexpected cosmic dangers.
Meet Mel Beeby, the feisty, trouble-shooting, trouble-making angel - in this sparkling 3-in-1 edition of her first three adventures! In Winging It, Melanie Beeby, just thirteen, has been permanently removed from the late 20th Century by a speeding joy rider. She is elevated to another place, where she attends the Angel Academy. When she is asked to join an elite trouble-shooting group, Angels Unlimited, she is sent on a trial mission to London during the Blitz... In Losing the Plot, Mel has now passed her exams to become a full member of the Agency. When she, Lola -- her best-angel friend -- and Reuben are sent on a mission to Shakespearean England, she realises that she must be fully alert and on the ball, if England is not to miss out on the greatest play-writing talent the earth will ever know! And in Flying High, even angels need to chill out, and Mel's been looking forward to Lola's birthday beach party for weeks. So she's not impressed when Michael volunteers her and her angel mates for a medieval field trip. But when they get there, they stumble upon a time scam which could have serious repercussions for the future!
In Ancient Rome, Mel faces the exciting challenge of protecting a young girl gladiator, navigating the dangers of the arena and the complexities of friendship and loyalty. This installment brings a fresh perspective to the beloved series, revitalized with a new cover that reflects its angelic themes and adventurous spirit.
TreeTops Stories have been given a fresh new look with new covers, a new TreeTops logo, parental notes on inside back cover and new teaching materials.NB. Please note levelling Most titles were originally packed as Stage 15E. 'Rat Squad' from the original pack has been replaced with 'My Guinea Pig is Innocent' from Stage 16G.
Mel and Reuben have been studying Soul Retrieval, running through all manner of challenging scenarios in virtual reality, in order to learn the specialized skills necessary to rescue human souls. The two angels are sent to Japan, to try and reunite a young girl’s soul with her body, as she lies in a coma. It isn't her time to die. In their quest for the soul, Mel and Reuben have to enter a realm that’s magical and exquisite, like an idealized Japanese fairy-tale dream?feudal lords, fabulous magical castles, ninjas, wandering monks, waterfalls, demons, and shapeshifters. But like all dreams, it has its dark side, and the Japanese afterlife has some extremely scary aspects. Mel and Reuben must stick together . . . and at the end, there is even a little hint of romance for our two angel buddies!
The story follows Mel, a spirited and clever trainee time-travelling angel who navigates her afterlife with a streetwise attitude. In her latest adventure, she embarks on a journey to the future, bringing her unique charm and humor to the cosmic realm. This installment marks a fresh start for the series, featuring a new cover that reflects its angelic themes and Mel's exciting escapades.
Set in the adventurous backdrop of the seventeenth-century Caribbean, the story follows Mel as she embarks on a swashbuckling journey filled with pirates and excitement. This edition features a fresh cover, marking a revival of the beloved angelic series. Prepare for a thrilling blend of adventure and charm as Mel navigates the challenges of her daring escapades.
At a World War II-themed murder mystery party, Anna Hopkins and her fellow dogwalkers enjoy themselves until a real body is discovered. Who attended the event without a ticket? Anna is caught up in an intrigue that leads to a lost painting and a wartime secret that involves Anna's family. Was her late father guilty of a crime?
A collection of stories about the relationship between mother and daughter. The authors of the ten stories are: Vivien Alcock; Annie Dalton; Majorie Darke; Berlie Doherty; Anne Fine; Jamila Gavin; Gwen Grant; Monica Hughes; Jean Ure; and Jacqueline Wilson.
When Professor Lowell is brutally attacked in his rooms at Walsingham, Oxford, college administrator Anna Hopkins discovers he had a connection with her fellow dogwalker Isadora Salzman - who has been keeping a surprising secret all these years. But someone else knows of Isadora's secret, someone who has sent her a threatening, frightening letter.
In Paradise High Karen and Lizzy rush home from school to watch their favourite TV soap. When the writer of the soap visits their school, he leaves behind a special pen and life is never the same again. TreeTops Fiction contains engaging novels from top authors and illustrators with the variety children need to develop a love of reading!
Auch Engel müssen ab und zu feiern! Lisa freut sich schon seit Wochen auf die Überraschungsparty, die sie zu Lolas Geburtstag geplant hat. Gerade als es losgehen soll, werden Lisa und ihre Engelsfreunde zu einem Trainingseinsaz im Mittelalter geschickt. Dort stoßen sie auf einige Kids, die offensichtlich nicht ind ie Zeit passen. Sie kommen aus der Zukunft...
Vergiss mal einen Moment, dass Lisa ein Engel ist. Ansonsten hätte sie ganz normale Sorgen und Nöte, zum Beispiel Heimweh. Aber bei ihren Einsätzen auf der Erde - diesmal weit zurück ins sechzehnte Jahrhundert - denkt Lisa nicht daran, dass sie manchmal sogar im Himmel unglücklich ist. Sie soll das Mädchen Cat beschützen, die Tochter eines gefürchtetetn Piraten. Noch ahnt Lisa nicht, wie gefährlich ihre Mission ist . . .
Lisa findet es klasse, ein Engel zu sein. Hier im Himmel hat sie die coolsten Freunde, kann shoppen wie ein Weltmeister und darf auf Zeitreise gehen - einfach paradiesisch!§§Doch diesmal muss Lisa ganz allein als Schutzengel ins Amerika der Zwanzigerjahre. Die wilden Zwanziger sind zwar genauso spannend wie im Kino, aber selbst für einen Engel ziemlich gefährlich ...
Première mission pour Mélanie ! La voici envoyée sur Terre avec ses amis Lola et Léo... au XVIe siècle. Les anges doivent veiller sur un drôle de trio : Cat, une fille de pirate, Nick, beau mais fourbe et Gédéon, acteur à ses heures. Et il y a pas mal de travail ! Ces trois-là semblent avoir le chic pour se retrouver dans des situations impossibles !
Lisa freut sich auf ihren Einsatz in London und ihr tolles Outfit. Doch der Besuch in ihrer alten Heimat wird schwierig: Ihre ehemaligen Freundinnen haben sich zerstritten und die MÄFIS-Agenten planen, in ihrer alten Schule ein Zentrum der Höllenmächte zu errichten. Lisa kämpft, um die Situation zu retten.
Lisa ist ein Engel – aber nicht wie du denkst. Stell dir vor, du landest auf einem Engels-College und musst dich plötzlich mit Heiligenschein und Teamarbeit herumschlagen, obwohl du dich viel mehr fürs Shoppen interessierst … Lisa muss noch viel lernen, bevor sie für ihre große Aufgabe bereit ist. Denn schon bald wird sie in geheimer Mission in die Vergangenheit geschickt, um Menschen in Not zu helfen. Diese Sonderausgabe enthält folgende Einzelbände: Ein himmlischer Auftrag (Band 1) Einsatz in London (Band 2) Besuch aus der Zukunft (Band 3)
Bei Billie, Lexie, Ella und Nat ist wieder jede Menge los. Ella sitzt mit Hochdruck an den Vorbereitungen für den Fashion-Contest der Schule. Sie entwirft, schnippelt und näht rund um die Uhr. Für ihre Freundinnen nimmt sie sich natürlich trotzdem Zeit. Und das ist auch dringend nötig. Denn mit Natalie scheint irgendwas nicht zu stimmen. Seit die von ihrer Schwester zur Brautjungfer ernannt wurde, ernährt sie sich nur noch von Reiswaffeln und treibt jede Menge Sport. Billie, Lexie und Ella sind sich einig: Das kann so nicht weitergehen! Kate Costelloe greift im zweiten Band der GATC-Reihe ein Thema auf, für das sich jedes Mädchen begeistert: die schillernde Modewelt. Und spinnt daraus eine Story, die glitzernd, aufregend und lustig zugleich ist.
