Berlie Doherty is an English author whose works span novels, poetry, plays, and screenplays. Her writing, often aimed at younger readers, is celebrated for its depth and empathy. Doherty masterfully explores complex emotions and relationships through compelling narratives. Her ability to weave imaginative worlds with relatable human experiences makes her a distinctive and memorable storyteller.
A collection of ten magical tales from around the world, from Australia to the Shetland Isles. These are stories where people fly, a hare grants a wish, a child is found in a seashell, fruits become precious jewels, and seals cast off their skins to become beautiful human creatures.
A collection of 12 classic tales that have enthralled children all over the world for hundreds of years. Some of the best-loved fairy stories are presented here - Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty and Little Red Riding Hood.
The story of Snow White, the fairest of them all, and the jealous witch who pursues her.
The narrative centers on a captivating sea-girl discovered by Sasha at a marine sanctuary, sparking her quest to uncover the creature's origins and community. This poignant tale unfolds the journey of Merryn, exploring themes of cruelty, love, and self-discovery, intertwined with the strength of sisterhood. Berlie Doherty masterfully blends folklore with contemporary issues, while Tamsin Rosewell's striking ink and silhouette illustrations enhance the story's emotional depth and visual appeal, merging traditional and modern storytelling techniques.
Jess is 18 and is leaving home to go to France for her gap year. She is scared that the home she is leaving will change and that the place she loves will never be the same again. Jess also has a secret that she must share in case she doesn’t get the chance when she returns. The rest of the book sees Jess and various members of her family spanning three generations sitting and telling the stories of their lives. Jess learns that everyone has secrets and that change is natural and builds memories and lives. The book is about change and sharing, with the stories that the family tell each other that night bringing them closer together and also helping them to understand each other a little better too.
"Be strong, my Abela." These are the last words of Abela's mother in their HIV/Aids stricken African village, where it seems that to live or to die, to be sick or to be healthy, is just a matter of chance. It takes all Abela's strength to survive her Uncle Thomas's scheming to get to Europe, but what will be her fate as an illegal immigrant? "I don't want a sister or brother," thinks Rosa in England, when her mother tells her that she wants to adopt a child. Could these two girls ever become sisters? Is there room in Rosa's family for an African orphan haunted by lions? Is there room in their hearts? Abela is a powerful and moving story influenced by a visit to Africa, from the Carnegie Medal-winning author Berlie Doherty writing at her very best.
Tricky Nelly Nickleby and Billy the Bamboozler are always playing tricks on each other. So when Nelly asks for a pretty feather hat for her birthday, Billy comes up with a crafty plan to give her what she wants - and more. But Nelly has plans of her own to make him look like a silly Billy
Once upon a time, a boy and a girl living in Amsterdam were friends and loved each other very much. But a splinter from a magic mirror pierced the boy's heart and turned it to ice. He turned from his friend was was carried by the Snow Queen into her palace
Available for the first time as a paperback picture book, this exquisitely illustrated re-telling of 'Beauty and the Beast' is a must for any child's library. 'Beauty and the Beast' is one of the best-loved fairy tales of all time. Retold by Berlie Doherty, this enchanting story is beautifully illustrated by award-winning Jane Ray. It is a fairy tale magic to treasure forever. The titles that are publishing this month include: Rumpelstiltskin and Aladdin .
"Sleeping Beauty is one of the best-loved fairy tales. This title presents a re-telling of Sleeping Beauty . --Publisher description.
