Charlie Higson Books

The Hunted is Charlie Higson's sixth terrifying installment in the thrilling The Enemy series. The sickness struck everyone over fourteen. First it twisted their minds. Next it ravaged their bodies. Now they roam the streets - Crazed and hungry The others had promised that the countryside would be safer than the city. They were wrong. Now Ella's all-alone except for her silent rescuer, Scarface - and she's not even sure if he's a kid or a grown-up. Back in London, Ed's determined to find her. But getting out of town's never been more dangerous- because coming in the other direction is every SICKO in the country. It's like they're being called towards the capital and nothing is going to stop them...In the penultimate book in The Enemy series, the survivors' stories cross with chilling consequences.

The Fallen by Charlie Higson is the fifth awesome book in The Enemy series. First the sickness rotted the adults' minds. Then their bodies. Now they stalk the streets, hunting human flesh. The Holloway crew are survivors. They've fought their way across London and made it to the Natural History Museum alive - just. But the fight will never end while the Enemy lives, unless there's another way. . . The kids at the museum are looking for a cure. All they need are medical supplies. To get them means a journey down unknown roads. Roads where not only crazed, hungry sickos hide in the shadows. SUDDENLY IT'S NOT SO CLEAR WHO - OR WHAT - THEY'RE FIGHTING. The fourth terrifying part of Charlie Higson's bestselling Enemy series. The Enemy is among us. . . ** 2013 is the year of zombies, with Brad Pitt's World War Z and Nicholas Holt's Warm Bodies films hitting cinemas. ** 'Lord of the Flies with zombies' - Rick Riordan, creator of the Percy Jackson series. ** Charlie Higson is the bestselling author of Young Bond, and creator of The Fast Show. ** Perfect for bloodthirsty fans of 28 Days Later and Darren Shan's Zom-B series.

Follows the dual storylines of Small Sam on his search for Ella and of Shadowman's discoveries about Saint George and the Disease itself.

The sickness struck everyone sixteen and over. Mothers and fathers, older brothers, sisters, and best friends. No one escaped its touch. And now children across London are being hunted by ferocious grown-ups who are hungry, bloodthirsty, and not giving up. DogNut and the rest of his crew, in search of the friends they lost during the fire, set off on a deadly mission from the Tower of London to Buckingham Palace and beyond, as the sickos lie in wait. But who are their friends and who is the enemy in this changed world?

As a disease turns everyone over sixteen into brainless, decomposing, flesh-eating creatures, a group of teenagers head to London. Ed, Jack, Bam and the other students at Rowhurst School learn more about the Disaster, and meet an adult who seems to be immune to the disease.

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online. Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content. The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary. Visit the Penguin Readers website Exclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys. On Loch SilverFin in Scotland, a bad man lives in a castle with his son. James Bond and his new friend Red Kelly go to the castle. They must find Red's missing cousin, Alfie. But what do they find in the castle? Do they find Alfie, or is it too late?

It all comes to an end in the final book in The Enemy series The sickness struck everyone over fourteen. First it twisted their minds. Next it ravaged their bodies. Now they roam the streets - Crazed and hungry. Sickos swarm the streets of London. Gathered in the centre of the city, they lie in wait. The survivors have one final epic battle to overcome. Together they must work out a plan of attack and end the grown-ups reign of terror before it's too late. The end is coming.

Young James Bond must take a series of dangerous gambles to decipher a code that will save a kidnapped professor.

Caribbean island of Lagrimas Negras - Criminals come here to hide, with blood on their hands and escape on their minds. On the mainland, in the town of Tres Hermanas, ex-flying ace Jack Stone leaves his son and daughter in the company of James Bond. But a gang of thieves lies in ambush - they want Stone's precious safe.

With his every move being watched, James Bond is forced to flee from Eton to Austria with a beautiful and dangerous girl by his side. Soon he is trapped in a deadly war of secrets and lies, as a nightmare reunion with a bitter enemy plunges him once more into the face of death.

The first phenomenal adventure in a heartstopping new series, from the author of the bestselling Young Bond series. They�ll chase you. They�ll rip you open. They�ll feed on you . . . When the sickness came, every parent, policeman, politician � every adult � fell ill. The lucky ones died. The others are crazed, confused and hungry. Only children under fourteen remain, and they�re fighting to survive. Now there are rumours of a safe place to hide. And so a gang of children begin their quest across London, where all through the city � down alleyways, in deserted houses, underground � the grown-ups lie in wait. But can they make it there � alive?

This print edition is the culmination of a year-long series of ebooks to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the hit BBC series, Doctor Who. Eleven stories, eleven authors, eleven unique interpretations of the Doctor: his terrifying alien enemies and his time-travelling adventures. The authors involved in this exciting project are Eoin Colfer, Michael Scott, Marcus Sedgwick, Philip Reeve, Patrick Ness, Richelle Mead, Malorie Blackman, Alex Scarrow, Charlie Higson, Derek Landy and Neil Gaiman.

A suspicious letter crammed with cryptic clues arrives at Eton - To decipher the deadly mystery, James Bond must take a series of dangerous gambles.

*A hilarious new book from the bestselling children's author* Just how scary can a holiday be? Very . . . Twelve-year-old Stan is going on holiday. To Italy. He's not going with his family though, he's going with his best-friend Felix (although if Stan was honestly ranking his friends, Felix would be number five). He's absolutely terrified. Luckily, as well as emergency euros, Stan's mum has given him an emergency list that includes how to survive a shark attack, and what to do if he gets abducted by kidnappers. Stan thinks that a better list would include how to cope with weird toilets, and what to do if he accidentally calls Felix's mum 'mum' in front of everybody. And it soon turns out that Italy is full of strange food, difficult games, jellyfish and mosquitoes called Ian. Can Stan survive all this, as well as very complicated (and also, actually, very strange) grown-ups? One thing's for certain, Stan's not going to come back the same boy he left. He just hope he comes back at all . . . Worst. Holiday. Ever is a story about facing fears, dealing with worries, and how it's OK to be anxious, scared, and sometimes a little bit brave.

Before the name became a legend Before the boybecame the man Meet James Bond The dark waters around a remote Scottish castle hold a sinister secret. One man with a thirst for power will use it - whatever the cost. SilverFinis dangerous. SilverFinis the future. SilverFinmust be destroyed. Bond, James Bond

‘The Mayans used to talk of a cursed treasure called hurricane gold, which if you held on to it would bring ruin to you and your family…’ As the sun blazes over the Caribbean island of Lagrimas Negras, its bloodthirsty ruler is watching and waiting. Criminals come here to hide, with blood on their hands and escape on their minds. On the mainland, in the quiet town of Tres Hermanas, ex-flying ace Jack Stone leaves his son and daughter in the company of James Bond. But a gang of thieves lies in ambush – they want Stone’s precious safe, and will kill for its contents. A deadly chase through the Mexican jungle begins and on this terrifying trail of greed and betrayal, only danger is guaranteed… Survival is not.

It seemed straightforward enough. Sean had now consumed so much alcohol that everything seemed perfectly reasonable. He'd started planning the job already. The first problem was how to do it. Thirteen thousand pounds in an envelope seems a fair price for a man's life. Particularly if you don't know the man, he seems a nonentity, and you quite fancy his wife. And there's no chance of being caught. Sean is a drifter, working as a building labourer and waiting for something to happen. When Sean is offered easy money to tail someone and even more easy money to dispose of him, it's all more tempting than you might think. Except when you realize that you've been led up the garden path the whole way... KING OF THE ANTS is dark, disturbing and violently comic. In the tradition of both Joe Orton and Iain Banks, Charles Higson pinpoints the casual vagaries of evil and its attendant powers. Unnerving, horribly accurate and wickedly enjoyable, it remains Higson's finest book.

A guide to the world and adventures of Young Bond. Containing information - from character profiles to the cars, the weapons and the exotic locations, as well as facts, statistics, photographs, maps, and illustrations - it is suitable for Young Bond fans.

The dark waters around a remote Scottish castle hold a sinister secret - one man with a thirst for power will use it, whatever the cost. Silverfin must be stopped, and there is only one boy who can do it. Bond. James Bond

Dennis 'The Menace' Pike, former wild man of Tottenham, is going grey and going straight. Anyway, it was hard work being a yob- the birds, the brawls, the endless beers- and he hasn't really got the energy any more for life on the edge. Then two old faces turn up from the past- the Bishop brothers, Chas and Noel. Famously inept, they were bad news then, and they haven't aged well. What's worse, they need Pike's expertise on a scheme wealth distribution really- offloading one of the old gang's ill-gotten millions. Robbing the robbers- now what's criminal about that? Pike, still haunted by what happened one wreckless night all those years ago, refuses to get involved. But old habits die hard, and when he suddenly finds his bank account tampered with, Pike is drawn back into a world he spent ten years escaping. Thug or mug, he is nevertheless forced to confront a man so psychotically unhinged that his own youth seems like mere kids' stuff...A slick, razor-sharp novel, FULL WHACK is packed full of searing wit, scurrilous characters and nefarious knock-about.

A man kills a prospective buyer for his car. On the verge of becoming a name in the interior design world, he can't afford a scandal and must discreetly dispose of the body—not an easy job when the whole of London seems to be conspiring against him.

A brilliantly compelling new crime novel from the Fast Show star and bestselling author of the Young Bond series.

The Sunday Times bestsellerIt's two days before the coronation of King Charles III. James Bond is sent at the last minute to thwart an attempt to disrupt the coronation by the deadly megalomaniac AEthelstan of Wessex, who is on a mission to rule the United Kingdom and rewrite history.

In a world ravaged by a mysterious illness that turns adults into violent, zombie-like creatures, a group of young survivors must navigate the dangers of a post-apocalyptic London. The Enemy Series, comprising seven volumes, follows the harrowing journey of these children as they struggle to find safety, food, and a sense of normalcy amidst chaos. Key characters include the resourceful and brave Ed, the intelligent but conflicted Jack, and the fiercely loyal group leader, Maxie. Throughout the series, themes of survival, friendship, and the loss of innocence are explored as the children confront not only the threat posed by the infected adults but also the challenges of human nature and morality in extreme circumstances. The narrative delves into the dynamics of leadership, the importance of community, and the psychological toll of living in a world where trust is scarce. Each volume builds on the characters' development and their relationships, highlighting their resilience and adaptability in the face of overwhelming odds. The series combines elements of horror, adventure, and emotional depth, offering a comprehensive look at a society in collapse and the enduring spirit of youth.

A funny and face paced noir thriller from bestselling author Charlie Higson

Stan has found himself a starring role as superhero in a popular TV show. He's absolutely terrified. After surviving a holiday to Italy without his parents (which included jellyfish and giant watermelons), Stan reckons he deserves a bit of a break. Or at a least a break in between trying to act in his school play. But when he's offered the chance to take a tour around a TV studio, he thinks it can't do any harm. How wrong he is. Before Stan can say 'Boy of Steel' he's landed himself a part as a main character in one of the most well-known TV shows there is - as a brainy superhero. Convinced he's going to embarrass himself in front of millions of people - and worried about leaving his friends to face a school play on their own - can Stan find a way to use his new-found fame for good? Or will he be the Worst. Superhero. Ever . . .

This new edition of the Oxford Children's Colour Dictionary is ideal for a head start in reading, writing and spelling at primary school. With clear definitions and helpful notes, and now including brand new writing tips from top children's authors, this handy dictionary encourages creativity, expands vocabulary and helps with homework.

Bond is back! De familie van een schoolgenoot van James verdwijnt op de Middellandse Zee. James ontdekt een duister genootschap dat samenkomt op een verborgen plek op zijn kostschool Eton En ver van Groot-Brittanni in het ruige binnenland van Sardini heeft een sinistere Italiaanse graaf een bizar fort in de bergen gebouwd. Is er een connectie? Toeval zorgt ervoor dat James zijn zomervakantie op Sardini doorbrengt. Hij komt steeds meer te weten over het complot dat daar wordt gesmeed.Opnieuw beleeft Bond een avontuur dat je bloed doet koken!

Before the name became a legend. Before the boy became the man. Meet Bond. James Bond. Something is in the water at Loch Silverfin. Something deadly. Something secret. On his first day at Eton, James already meets his first enemy. In remote Loch Silverfin, a terrifying discovery threatens to unleash a new breed of warfare.

Swinging London war schon immer die Metropole Europas, ein Schmelztiegel der Kulturen und sozialen Schichten, ein kreatives Powerhaus. Drei hochkarätige Autoren widmen nun ihrer Stadt, dem Leben & lieben und dem donnernden Pulsschlag der 90er Jahre rasante bis ruppige Liebeserklärungen - ein aufregendes Lesevergnügen!

Before the name became a legend. Before the boy became the man. Meet Bond. James Bond. Something is in the water at Loch Silverfin. Something deadly. Something secret. On his first day at Eton, James already meets his first enemy. In remote Loch Silverfin, a terrifying discovery threatens to unleash a new breed of warfare.

Než se jméno stalo legendou. Než se chlapec stal mužem. Seznamte se s Bondem. Jamesem Bondem. James Bond odhalil nebezpečí. Nyní se stává lovnou zvěří. Rodina jednoho studenta z Etonu zmizí na moři. James odhaluje tajnou společnost působící ve skrytosti ve škole. A daleko od Anglie, v bandity zamořeném vnitrozemí Sardinie si zlověstný italský hrabě vybudoval horskou pevnost. Existuje mezi těmito událostmi nějaká spojitost? Mladý Bond se to chystá zjistit – a pod spalujícím středomořským sluncem musí čelit smrtelně nebezpečné bandě zločinců. James Bond je nejproslulejší ze všech tajných agentů, co kdy existovali. Jeho život ve skrytém světě britských tajných služeb brilantně zachytilo čtrnáct klasických knih Iana Fleminga od Casina Royale po Chobotničku. Ian Fleming začal psát o Jamesi Bondovi před více než padesáti lety. Jako kronikář Bondovy kariéry u tajné služby byl Fleming mimořádně povolanou osobou – sám se účastnil vysoké zpravodajské hry za druhé světové války.

James Bond je nejznámějším špionem, který kdy žil na zeměkouli. Jeho život v mlhavém stínu Britské tajné služby skvěle zdokumentovalo čtrnáct klasických knih, napsaných Ianem Flemingem, od Casina Royal po Chobotničku. Ale teprve teď se nám do rukou dostávají fragmenty z let, kdy James Bond teprve vyrůstal. Ian Fleming začal psát o Jamesi Bondovi téměř před padesáti lety. K zaznamenání špionážní kariéry Jamese Bonda měl mimořádné předpoklady. Sám zaujímal vysoké postavení v tajné službě a sbíral zkušenosti ve Druhé světové válce.

NAPŮL PŘÍBĚH A NAPŮL HRA – A HRDINOU JSI TY! Máš dost odvahy, aby ses postavil všemocné a strašlivé královně chaosu, která za Branami Smrti ustavičně nabývá na síle? Allansie se ocitá pod náporem hrozivého moru. Její obyvatelé jsou zasaženi nemocí, která je mění v ohyzdná, démonická monstra. Vybavený protijedem se musíš vydat do Neviditelného Města, ale cesta je plná nebezpečenství a predátorů na každém kroku. Nemůžeš věřit nikomu, protože každý, s kým se setkáš, už může být zasažený démonickou chorobou...