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Anna Kemp

    Rhinos Don't Eat Pancakes
    Into Goblyn Wood
    Wild Wild Wood
    The Worst Princess
    Dogs don't do Ballet
    Sir Lilypad
    • 2025

      The Howling Mountain

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      In the thrilling conclusion to the series, Hazel embarks on a quest to locate the Fairy Axe, a powerful artifact needed to protect Goblyn Wood from human threats. As she navigates through magical challenges and encounters, Hazel's bravery and determination are put to the test in her fight to preserve her enchanted home. The adventure promises to be filled with suspense and the importance of courage in the face of danger.

      The Howling Mountain
    • 2024

      Life as Creative Constraint

      Autobiography and the Oulipo

      • 216 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Focusing on the innovative life-writing of the Oulipo group, this book delves into the unique blend of experimental literature and autobiography found in the works of notable authors like Georges Perec, Marcel Bénabou, Jacques Roubaud, and Anne F. Garréta. Through detailed analysis, it explores how these writers creatively navigate constraints to shape their narratives, highlighting the interplay between structured form and personal expression.

      Life as Creative Constraint
    • 2024

      On a frozen sea, where the snow falls fast, and the whirlwinds rage and storm,A rockhopper egg, in a stony nest, was lying safe and warm.Dad watched and waited, waited, watched, the night grew inky black, Then he fell into a sleep so deep, he didn't hear the . . . CRACKDaddy Penguin finds himself adrift in an unfamiliar world, and he must get home for his egg!From train to helicopter, hot-air balloon to limousine, Daddy Penguin hitches lifts with kindly folk - but will he be home in time?A race against time for Daddy Penguin in this rhyming delight

      Penguin´s Egg
    • 2023

      In this enchanting and adventurous sequel to Into Goblyn Wood Hazel is on a mission to save her friends from the Fae by entering their dominion.

      The Hollow Hills
    • 2023

      In a beautiful, green, wild wild wood lives a gentle mole. But then a SOLD sign appears in the wood one morning, and Mole decides to write a firmly worded letter to Barry Bristlethwaite of Burnum Buildem Real Estate- their home is not for sale! But when diggers arrive the next morning, Mole and his friends must activate Plan B! Will they be able to save their wood? Wild Wild Wood is an empowering, rhyming tale about the power of using your voice.

      Wild Wild Wood
    • 2022

      The debut fiction novel from Waterstones prize-shortlisted Anna Kemp - enter this rich and immersive new fantasy world and meet a powerful new hero. The first book in a major new fantasy series for fans of Nevermoor and Podkin One- Ear!

      Into Goblyn Wood
    • 2021

      The Little Mermaid

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Rediscover the story of the Little Mermaid, who dreams of a world above the waves . . . In Anna Kemp's powerful reimagining of Hans Christian Andersen's classic story, Princess Coral saves the life of Prince Eldo and falls in love with the world of humans. Disregarding her father's wishes she seeks out the Sea Witch who gives her a vial of potion that will enable her to walk on two legs. But magic comes at a terrible price - what will Coral have to give up to realise her dreams? This beloved story has been reimagined for a new generation with magical illustrations from debut talent Natelle Quek, inspired by her Chinese-Malaysian heritage.

      The Little Mermaid
    • 2021

      The funny, touching story of an Ice Age mammoth who finds himself in a modern day city from the bestselling author of Dogs Don't Do Ballet.

      Mammoth
    • 2018
    • 2018

      Dave the Lonely Monster

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      A fantastic, funny, new tale from internationally bestselling picture book duo, Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie.

      Dave the Lonely Monster