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Chris Mould

    January 1, 1969

    Chris Mould crafts books he would have loved to own as a boy, blending his artistic talent with a deep appreciation for imaginative storytelling. His work is characterized by meticulous detail and a distinct artistic style honed in prestigious art studios. Beyond children's books, Mould's creativity extends to film development and collaborations with major organizations, showcasing a versatile and dynamic approach to visual art. He brings a playful and inventive spirit to his creations, offering readers a truly unique visual journey.

    Chris Mould
    The hound of the Baskervilles
    Pocket Pirates: The Great Treasure Hunt
    Measle and the Mallockee
    The funfair of fear!
    A Boy Named Christmas
    The Great Drain Escape, 2
    • 2022

      The second magical book in the festive series, which began with A Boy Called Christmas, from number one bestselling author Matt Haig, and featuring enchanting illustrations from Chris Mould

      The Girl Who Saved Christmas
    • 2019

      Iron Giant Warner

      • 62 pages
      • 3 hours of reading
      3.9(8550)Add rating

      "Reckoned one of the greatest of modern fairy tales" - Observer. Mankind must put a stop to the dreadful destruction caused by the Iron Man. A trap is set for him, but he cannot be kept down. Then, when a terrible monster from outer space threatens to lay waste to the planet, it is the Iron Man who finds a way to save the world. "Starts superbly with a clanking iron giant toppling from a cliff and lying smashed on the rocks below. Then his various parts get up and search for each other. Hughes has never written more compellingly" - The Times.

      Iron Giant Warner
    • 2018

      The Great Drain Escape, 2

      • 124 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      A band of tiny squash-bucklers go on adventures of epic proportions in this second book in a brand-new chapter book series about pocket-sized pirates! In the junk shop at the end of the street is a dusty old ship in a bottle. And when the world isn’t watching, a tiny pirate crew comes out of the ship to explore. They aren’t much bigger than a matchstick, but they have a HUGE appetite for adventure! When the junk-shop dog moves in underneath the Pocket Pirates’ shelf, their route to the kitchen is blocked! The noise of rumbling stomachs is keeping everyone awake, and their last few stale breadcrumbs won’t keep them going long. Do they dare to go…OUTSIDE?

      The Great Drain Escape, 2
    • 2018

      The first book in a spookily funny new series, where the living meets the dead and survival is a race against time. Perfect for fans of Skulduggery Pleasant and Who Let the Gods Out.Welcome to the Embassy of the Dead. Leave your life at the door. (Thanks.)When Jake opens a strange box containing a severed finger, he accidentally summons a grim reaper to drag him to the Eternal Void (yep, it's as fatal as it sounds) and now he's running for his life! But luckily Jake isn't alone - he can see and speak to ghosts.Jake and his deadly gang (well dead, at least) - Stiffkey the undertaker, hockey stick-wielding, Cora, and Zorro the ghost fox - have one mission: find the Embassy of the Dead and seek protection. But the Embassy has troubles of its own and may not be the safe haven Jake is hoping for . . .

      Embassy of the Dead
    • 2016

      Pocket Pirates: The Great Treasure Hunt

      Book 4

      • 144 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      In this fourth installment of the series, tiny pirates embark on another thrilling adventure filled with excitement and camaraderie. Readers can expect imaginative escapades as the pint-sized crew navigates challenges, showcasing their bravery and cleverness. The story continues to explore themes of friendship and teamwork, making it a delightful read for young audiences who enjoy whimsical tales of daring and discovery.

      Pocket Pirates: The Great Treasure Hunt
    • 2016

      The Great Flytrap Disaster

      • 144 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      4.0(19)Add rating

      A band of tiny swashbucklers battle the summer heat—and a sneaky spider—in this third book in a brand-new chapter book series about pocket-sized pirates! Up on the Pocket Pirates’ shelf, the summer heat is rising. Flies are swarming around Button’s pirate ship. And Mr Dregby, the house spider, has got his six hungry eyes peeled and his eight hairy legs ready for action…but Button is ready for danger!

      The Great Flytrap Disaster
    • 2016

      The first magical book in the festive series, from number one bestselling author Matt Haig, and featuring enchanting illustrations from Chris Mould

      A Boy Called Christmas
    • 2015

      Pocket Pirates

      The Great Cheese Robbery

      • 144 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      In the junk shop at the end of the street is a dusty old ship in a bottle. And when the light fades each day, a tiny pirate crew come out of the ship to explore. They aren't much bigger than a matchstick, but they have a HUGE appetite for adventure ... When the skirting-board mice kidnap Jones, the ship's cat, and ransom him for cheese, the Pocket Pirates spring into action. But to get the cheese, they must venture to the freezing cold place where it's always winter ... The place called Fridge. Can the Pocket Pirates survive their perilous journey and get their ship's cat back ...?

      Pocket Pirates