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Louie Stowell

    January 1, 1978

    Louie Stowell transitioned from meticulously researched non-fiction on topics like space, ancient Egypt, and politics to embracing pure imagination. She now crafts enchanting tales featuring dragons, wizards, vampires, fairies, and monsters from parallel worlds. By abandoning factual constraints, Stowell unlocks expansive, captivating narratives brimming with magic and peril. Her work invites readers into fantastical realms where mythical creatures come alive and the boundaries of reality dissolve.

    Louie Stowell
    The Usborne Creative Writing Book
    Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Ruling the World
    Wind-Up Pirate Ship
    Brer Rabbit Down the Well
    Politics for Beginners
    Look Inside Your Body
    • 2025

      A brand-new type of book for Loki fans, featuring short stories, quizzes, puzzles and oodles of activities to keep even the most mischievous minds entertained.When Loki plays one too many poo-related pranks around the house, Heimdall sets him the challenge of finding ways to entertain himself that don't involve so much mess. (Or poo.) Easy! Loki is the most handsome and clever of gods, and with the help of his friends Valerie and Georgina (and Thor, who is not a friend of Loki), he gathers together a glorious collection of quizzes, puzzles, games and activities.Discover new and ingenious ways to insult your friends and family with the Insult Generator, try to outsmart Valerie (difficult!) or Thor (easy!) with quizzes on Norse mythology, or solve Georgina's secret codes and hunt for Loki in various animal disguises. There's activities for everyone - and Loki might even reveal some of those tantalizing long stories he's always promising he'll tell later...

      Loki. A Bad God's Guide to Unruly Activities
    • 2024

      Understanding Coding Using Python

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      This beginner's guide offers a comprehensive introduction to coding with Python, emphasizing step-by-step instructions to help readers create their first simple programs. Each new command is paired with clear examples and vibrant illustrations, making complex concepts accessible. By the end of the book, readers will have the skills to develop games, drawings, and other projects. Additionally, the resource includes online support and downloadable materials for enhanced learning.

      Understanding Coding Using Python
    • 2024

      Understanding Politics and Government

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      Focusing on political literacy, this guide covers essential topics such as political systems, elections, and government functions. It addresses critical issues like feminism, human rights, and freedom of speech, using clear text paired with vibrant infographic illustrations for better understanding. Additionally, it offers practical advice on debating, a glossary for key terms, and curated online resources for further exploration.

      Understanding Politics and Government
    • 2024

      The Tantrum

      A book about meltdowns and bawling bards!

      The story revolves around Bill Bear and his friends as they prepare for a play in their woodland theatre, The Glade. When Bill's frustration leads to a tantrum, his friends must navigate the challenge of soothing him and encouraging him to continue with the performance. This tale captures the relatable struggles of managing emotions and the importance of teamwork and perseverance in the face of setbacks.

      The Tantrum
    • 2024

      Understanding Coding Using Scratch

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Focused on introducing Scratch coding, this beginner's guide provides step-by-step instructions for children to create games and animations. It includes Scratch menu guides, a glossary, and links to additional resources for free downloads and tips. Tailored for primary school students in the UK, it aligns with the National Curriculum, making it an ideal resource for young learners to develop their coding skills.

      Understanding Coding Using Scratch
    • 2024

      Bill the Bear and his friends are putting on a play at the Glade Theatre! But after all the excitement, how will Bill ever manage to fall asleep? A bedtime book for little bards!

      A Midsummer Night's Drama
    • 2023

      In this doodle-packed diary entry, Loki recounts three spectacular stories, including:1) Triumphs (and failures) as Loki and Thor take on three tasks for Heimdall.2) The Norse tale of Thor almost marrying a giant.3) Loki as a robot. Sort of.

      Loki. Tales of a Bad God
    • 2023

      Creative Writing Book

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Focusing on creativity, this book encourages children to explore various writing forms, including stories, poems, and scripts. It offers engaging activities to help them develop story outlines, dialogue, and memorable characters. Additionally, it provides guidance on crafting different genres such as horror, romance, and thrillers, along with tips for shock journalism. The design includes ample writing space, ensuring that young writers are inspired without the intimidation of blank pages.

      Creative Writing Book
    • 2023

      When Heimdall and Hyrrokkin abandon their children to go on holiday, Odin sends Baldur to babysit. As Baldur and Thor bond, Loki's attempts to prove he's good start getting a bit desperate. After the drama teacher casts him as the villain in the school play, Loki starts to wonder whether there's any point in being good when everyone seems convinced of his villainy

      Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Ruling the World
    • 2022

      "I, Loki, the mighty trickster god, have been banished by Odin to live on Earth as an eleven-year-old boy. To get back home I must... 1) Do good deeds (so tedious) 2) Go to school (so cruel) 3) Put up with Thor (so many farts). Wish me luck! Or don't. I care not for the opinion of mere mortals"--Publisher's description.

      Loki : a bad God's guide to being good