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Wilbert Vere Awdry

    June 15, 1911 – March 21, 1997

    Wilbert Vere Awdry, known as Rev. W. Awdry, was an English clergyman, railway enthusiast, and children's author. His most enduring legacy stems from characters he first invented in 1943 to entertain his son during an illness. These narratives center on the lives and adventures of steam engines and their friends, with Awdry's style often highlighting moral lessons and the magic of the railway. His works continue to enchant readers globally with their timeless appeal and charm.

    Wilbert Vere Awdry
    The Trouble with Mud
    Classic Thomas The Tank Engine Stories
    Your favourite Thomas the Tank Engine story collection
    Edward and the Party
    Thomas & Friends: On Misty Island
    Thomas the Tank Engine: the complete collection
    • This beautiful anniversary edition includes twenty-six of the Rev. W. Awdry's classic books in one volume. The stories are brought to life with the original illustrations, beautifully restored and reproduced, and the collection includes a special foreword from the Rev. W. Awdry himself, and an afterword by Brian Sibley. This splendid collection includes some of the most endearing children's books ever written and would make the perfect gift for any Thomas the Tank Engine fan.

      Thomas the Tank Engine: the complete collection
      4.7
    • Thomas & Friends: On Misty Island

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Thomas and Edward are given a special job on Misty Island, but will they let the Logging Locomotives help? Find out in this bright and colourful story book featuring Thomas & Friends.

      Thomas & Friends: On Misty Island
      5.0
    • Edward and the Party

      • 16 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      How can Edward help to make the village party a success so everyone has lots of fun?

      Edward and the Party
      4.8
    • The Trouble with Mud

      • 29 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      In a sturdy board book with photographs, Gordon does not think he needs a wash, but when Sir Topham Hatt says he is too muddy to pull the Express, Gordon cleans up his act in a hurry.

      The Trouble with Mud
      4.7
    • Molly

      • 34 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      MOLLY My Complete Thomas Story Library, book 40 Based on The Railways Series by Rev. W Awdry RRP £2.99 Paperback

      Molly
      4.7
    • In Henry and the Elephant, a runaway elephant blocks a tunnel and causes trouble for Henry and his friends. 14 pp.In Fire Engine, Henry gets cross then breaks his tender coupling, which starts a fire. 14 pp.

      Henry and the Elephant
      4.5
    • Thomas and the Bumpy Ride

      • 16 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Thomas is delivering bricks to repair the bridge. But faulty brakes and a troublesome track cause the bricks to fall out of his trucks. Poor Thomas is in for a bumpy ride.

      Thomas and the Bumpy Ride
      4.5
    • Thomas and His Friends Collection

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      This beautiful anniversary edition includes 56 of the Rev. W. Awdry's classic books in one volume. The stories are brought to life with the original illustrations, beautifully restored and reproduced.

      Thomas and His Friends Collection
      4.5
    • The Eight Famous Engines

      • 62 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Cheeky Percy is taught a lesson, Gordon takes a trip to London, and then all the engines are shown in an exhibition.

      The Eight Famous Engines
      5.0
    • In this exciting series of adventures Thomas learns how tractors and buses can be just as important as trains, and makes some new friends along the way. Part of The Railway Series.

      The Railway Series - 3: Tank Engine Thomas Again
      4.0
    • Noisy Stafford

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      An electric locomotive wishes that he could make the exciting noises the steam engines all make but realises that sometimes quiet is best

      Noisy Stafford
      4.0
    • Bulstrode

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Bulstrode the barge was a very disagreeable barge who was always causing trouble.

      Bulstrode
      4.0
    • Thomas the Tank Engine Story Collection

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Jump aboard with Thomas, the little blue Tank Engine, for three exciting adventures in this story collection. Join in the fun as he learns how to be a Really Useful Engine, tries out some new wheels in a race around Sodor and even takes The Fat Controller to London to meet the Queen! This collection includes The Story of Thomas the Tank Engine, Three Cheers for Thomas the Tank Engine and A Visit to London for Thomas the Tank Engine. Thomas & Friends is a great way to pass on the tradition of Thomas to early readers. Children aged 2 and up will love meeting classic characters such as Percy, James, Gordon, and Toby down on The Fat Controller's railway. Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 70 years. He ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.

      Thomas the Tank Engine Story Collection
      4.3
    • James

      • 34 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      When he first arrived on Sodor, he was so busy thinking about his shiny red paint that he soon got into lots of trouble. The Fat Controller thought he might have to send him away..

      James
      4.2
    • This is a story about Bulgy the Bus. He came to work on the Island of Sodor during the busy season. He thought he was better than all the engines, so he tried to take their passengers away...

      Bulgy
      4.2
    • Thomas the Tank Engine, on a midnight run to take toys to the children's hospital, has an accident and must rely on some new friends to help him complete his task.

      The Midnight Ride of Thomas the Tank Engine
      4.2
    • Allows fans of Thomas to rediscover the original classic stories about the world's best-loved tank engine. This title includes the four original Thomas stories.

      Thomas the Tank Engine
      4.0
    • Thomas and the magic show

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      When the Great Magician comes to Sodor, Thomas has to help prepare for the show. But Thomas is so excited, he doesn't listen and collects the wrong things. Will the show go on?

      Thomas and the magic show
      4.0
    • Thomas & Friends: The Adventures of Thomas

      Eight Fantastic Stories About Thomas and His Friends!

      • 86 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Thomas, Bertie and the bumpy line Mavis and Toby Trust Thomas Gordon and the famous visitor No joke for James Diesel does it again Donald's duck Thomas, Percy and the post train.

      Thomas & Friends: The Adventures of Thomas
      3.5
    • Hooray For Thomas

      • 12 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Jump aboard Thomas' train as he travels around the Island of Sodor in this much-loved lift the flap pop-up title! With a fresh new look cover, young train-lovers will delight in this interactive book, packed with all the sights and sounds of The Fat Controller's Railway. Ever wanted to see inside the engines and the railways? This is your chance! Lift the flaps to look inside Thomas' firebox and see him make steam, pull the tab to change the signal, meet Annie and Clarabel and their passengers at the station, then open up the last page for a splendid pop-up surprise.

      Hooray For Thomas
      3.5
    • Train-obsessed boys ages 2 to 5 will love this deluxe 320-page hardcover storybook collection with thirteen Thomas & Friends adventures: Little Engines Can Do Big Things, The Special Delivery, Down at the Docks, Thomas and the Naughty Diesel, The Monster Under the Shed, Lost at Sea, Thomas Gets a Snowplow, Danger at the Dieselworks, Calling All Engines, Diesel 10 Means Trouble, Thomas-saurus Rex, The Lost Crown of Sodor, and Risky Rails. Hours and hours of storytelling fun!

      Thomas & Friends Story Time Collection
      4.2
    • Thomas

      • 34 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      This is a story about Thomas the Tank Engine. Thomas worked really hard, shunting coaches for the big engines. But what he wanted more than anything was his very own branch line...

      Thomas
      4.1
    • GENERAL FICTION (CHILDREN'S/YA). A charming story that advocates the timeless values of friendship, cooperation, problem-solving and adventure. Ages 5+

      Thomas & Friends: Percy and James in the Middle
      3.9
    • Thomas in Trouble

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Thomas is so eager to collect the School Choir that he leaves the Fitter's Yard before his inspection. But then he breaks down! At first, Thomas refuses help, until he realises he might not get the Choir to the concert in time.

      Thomas in Trouble
      3.8
    • Thomas Comes to Breakfast

      • 8 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      This is the story of what happened when Thomas tried to go out without his Driver - just as the Stationmaster was about to have his breakfast...

      Thomas Comes to Breakfast
      3.7
    • Tank Engine Thomas Again

      • 72 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      In this exciting series of adventures Thomas learns how tractors and buses can be just as important as trains, and makes some new friends along the way. Part of The Railway Series.

      Tank Engine Thomas Again
      4.1
    • Henry the Green Engine has now recovered from his silly habit of staying inside tunnels whenever it rains, but he is still causing trouble to that strict but kind-hearted Fat Controller. All turns out well, however, and Henry has new refreshing adventures with his fellow engines Thomas, Gordon, Edward, James and Percy. This is the only book in 'The Railway Series' to have five stories instead of the usual four. 6.1 Coal 6.2 The Flying Kipper 6.3 Gordon's Whistle 6.4 Percy and the Trousers 6.5 Henry's Sneeze

      Henry the Green Engine
      3.7
    • Harold the Helicopter

      • 34 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      HAROLD My Complete Thomas Story Library, book 23 Based on The Railways Series by Rev. W Awdry RRP £2.99 Paperback

      Harold the Helicopter
      3.4
    • Percy

      • 31 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Percy loves playing tricks, can he every be a useful engine?

      Percy
      3.9
    • Gordon the Big Engine

      • 72 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Gordon learns some lessons about how to be a really useful engine.

      Gordon the Big Engine
      4.0
    • Percy Gets Stuck

      • 16 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      "Percy is taking some children home from the seaside when a storm comes and the railway line gets flooded. Harold the helicopter comes to the rescue!"--Cover.

      Percy Gets Stuck
      3.8
    • Thomas the Really Useful Engine

      • 16 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      The perfect first introduction to everyone's favourite engine - Thomas Meet Sodor's number 1 engine and read about his jobs, his adventures and his friends.

      Thomas the Really Useful Engine
      3.8
    • A book of adventures featuring Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends from the Island of Sodor. It includes a selection of favourite stories, illustrated with colour stills from the animated TV series.

      Thomas the Tank Engine Storybook
      4.0
    • My First Thomas Railway Stories.

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      The perfect introduction to Thomas the Tank Engine! Peep! Peep! Join Thomas, James and Percy in My First Thomas Railway Stories. Toddlers will love using the tabs to help turn the pages and choose their favourite railway adventure. Each of the three stories has young rhyming text and bright colourful pages - making this a perfect introduction to Thomas and Friends. Thomas & Friends is a great way to pass on the tradition of Thomas to early readers. Children aged 2 and up will love meeting classic characters such as Percy, James, Gordon, and Toby down on The Fat Controller's railway. Look out for more great Thomas books: My First Thomas Colours My First Thomas Numbers My First Thomas Clock Book My First Thomas Activity Book Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 70 years. He ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.

      My First Thomas Railway Stories.
      3.0
    • Thomas' Big Book of Beginner Books

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      This collection features six previously published stories centered around Thomas the tank engine and his friends, showcasing their adventures on the Island of Sodor. Each tale highlights themes of friendship, teamwork, and problem-solving, appealing to young readers with engaging narratives and charming illustrations. Fans of the beloved characters will enjoy revisiting these classic tales in one convenient volume.

      Thomas' Big Book of Beginner Books
      4.0
    • Thomas & Friends

      Henry

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Henry is a bright green engine. One day, he starts feeling poorly, and can't get all his jobs done. Will The Fat Controller be able to make Henry feel better? Based on the classic tales from the Reverend W Awdry, with a stunning, modern look. Engine Adventures is the newest series in the Thomas Range. Children will love meeting Thomas and his engine friends. From Thomas to Gordon to Harold the Helicopter, there is a railway adventure to thrill every Thomas fan. These fun, short stories come with a fun, bonus spot-and-see activity at the end.

      Thomas & Friends
      3.6
    • The Runaway Kite

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      "Based on The Railway series by the Reverend W Awdry."

      The Runaway Kite
      3.6
    • On Christmas Eve, Thomas faces the challenge of completing important deliveries despite wishing to be cozy in his shed with fellow engines. As a Really Useful Engine, he is determined to finish his tasks, but a sudden blizzard threatens to prevent Father Christmas from finding the engine shed. The story explores themes of duty, perseverance, and the spirit of Christmas as Thomas races against time to ensure he can celebrate the holiday.

      Thomas's Christmas Delivery (Thomas & Friends)
      3.9
    • Exploring the contrasting schedules of Thomas the blue train and Percy the green train, this charming tale reveals their daily and nightly adventures on the Island of Sodor. Written in simple language, the story captures the essence of their hard work and the vibrant world they inhabit, complemented by full-color illustrations that bring their journey to life.

      Thomas & Friends: Blue Train, Green Train (Thomas & Friends)
      3.9
    • Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends

      Thomas & Trevor. Duck Takes Charge

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Illustrated with full colour photographs from the TV series, a story based on the THOMAS THE TANK ENGINE series.

      Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends
      3.5
    • Arthur

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      This is a story about Arthur, a proud tank engine. He arrived on the Island of Sodor with a spotless record, but soon found himself in a sticky situation . . .

      Arthur
      3.6
    • Thomas, James and the dirty work

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      When James is chosen to take the Mayor to the Festival he spends the whole day getting ready and will not help his friends. Will the Festival happen without James' help?

      Thomas, James and the dirty work
      3.6
    • Thomas and the Circus

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      These six new storybooks are a perfect way to enjoy the adventures of Thomas and his Friends.

      Thomas and the Circus
      3.0
    • Percy and the Haunted Mine

      • 29 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      'The Thomas TV Series' contains 18 hardback storybooks with colour photographic images from the TV series. Written in clear and simple text, these books are perfect first storybooks for young Thomas fans.This story involves the engine Percy visiting a haunted mine in an attempt to collect some decoration for a 'Most Beautiful Station' competition.

      Percy and the Haunted Mine
      3.6
    • Annie and Clarabel

      • 34 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Part of the "Thomas the Tank Engine" series are: "Arry and Bert", "George", "Jack", "Annie and Clarabel", and "Rheneas".

      Annie and Clarabel
      3.5
    • Thomas and the Dragon

      • 16 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      When Percy meets a dragon in the dark, he isn't very happy, he's scared! But was it really a dragon that Percy saw?

      Thomas and the Dragon
      3.0
    • Terence

      • 34 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      MY THOMAS STORY LIBRARY. One of an incredible 65 mini paperback tales I have listed and available, the Thomas Story Library is truly timeless. This collection will welcome children into the fun-filled world of Thomas the Tank Engine,from the age 2 to 14.

      Terence
      3.5
    • Straight from the latest Thomas video comes three delightful new tales from the Island of Sodor. Thomas fans will laugh when James gets carried away about a balloon, Harvey rescues Percy, and Thomas becomes a jet engine! Filled with gentle humor and lots of photo illustrations.

      James and the Red balloon: and other Thomas the tank engine stor
      3.8
    • Meet the Engines

      • 8 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Thomas invites you to meet all the Really Useful Engines on the Island of Sodor. Take a trip, pick up passengers and have fun with Thomas & Friends.

      Meet the Engines
      3.2
    • Dennis

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      This is a story about Dennis, a very lazy diesel engine. On his first day on the Sodor Railway, Dennis played a trick on Thomas. But when he really got into trouble, was anyone there to help?

      Dennis
      3.2
    • In the title story, Gordon and Henry laugh at Edward when some cows break his train. But when a cow blocks the line several days later, it's Edward who has the last laugh. Also included are "Double Trouble," "Old Iron," and "Percy Takes the Plunge."  

      A Cow on the Line and Other Thomas the Tank Engine Stories
      3.7
    • Embarking on a trip to the circus, Thomas encounters delightful surprises such as a hot air balloon, a dolphin, and playful monkeys. This engaging transportation-shaped flap book invites preschoolers to lift and peek behind flaps, uncovering hidden treasures on each page. It's a vibrant adventure filled with fun and discovery, perfect for young readers eager to explore.

      Thomas the Tank Engine's Hidden Surprises
      3.6
    • Fast Train, Slow Train

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      This beloved children's series features Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends on the Island of Sodor, showcasing their adventures and challenges. Each character embodies unique traits and lessons, promoting themes of friendship, teamwork, and problem-solving. The stories are inspired by The Railway Series by The Reverend W Awdry, making them a cherished part of children's literature. With engaging narratives and colorful illustrations, the series captivates young readers and teaches valuable life lessons through the experiences of anthropomorphized trains.

      Fast Train, Slow Train
      3.3
    • Thomas and the Jet Engine

      • 12 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Young children just getting to know Thomas and his Friends will love these two storybooks. A durable, chunky format, these two colourful board books, Thomas and the Fogman and Thomas and the Jet Engine, contain images and stories from the Thomas TV series.

      Thomas and the Jet Engine
    • Thomas and the Christmas Tree

      • 10 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      The Fat Controller has sent Thomas to collect the Christmas Tree for Tidmouth Station. All the engines are looking forward to the Christmas party round the tree! But what has happened to Thomas?

      Thomas and the Christmas Tree
    • Edward's Brass Band

      • 8 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Edward is very excited about taking the Brass Band to their concert. But then he has an accident and it looks like he won't get to hear them play after all. What will he do?

      Edward's Brass Band
    • Thomas and the Fireworks Display

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      These six new storybooks are a perfect way to enjoy the adventures of Thomas and his Friends

      Thomas and the Fireworks Display
    • Gordon and the Competition

      • 25 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      The engines decide to have a 'best dressed engine' competition. Gordon thinks he is far too important to take part, but before long, he is in the competition whether he wants to be or not

      Gordon and the Competition
    • Originally published: Great Britain : Heinemann, 1960, as part of the Railway Series, No. 15.

      The Deputation
    • Nursery Time with Thomas

      • 14 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      This delightful large-format board book explores a variety of nursery concepts including colours, numbers and counting, days of the week, time and rhyme, introduced by Thomas and his engine friends. Young children will love the surprises under each flap - look out for the special "Goodnight Thomas!" flap on the final page! With bright, bold artwork and sturdy flaps that are perfect for little fingers, this book will endure countless readings and is the perfect addition to any nursery bookshelf.

      Nursery Time with Thomas