Sofie Laguna crafts compelling narratives for both young readers and adults, establishing herself as a versatile author and playwright. Her works for young people have garnered significant acclaim, earning honors and notable distinctions within the literary community. Laguna's writing delves into complex human emotions and relationships, showcasing a profound understanding of character. Her debut novel for adults was met with international praise, affirming her skill in engaging a broad readership with sophisticated storytelling.
It's 1808... and Grace's world is about to change - from her tough life as a mudlark on the River Thames in London, to the adventures and challenges she faces as a servant girl in a new country. Journey with Grace across all four exciting stories about a convict girl who's given a second chance.
Megan and her best friend Li must team up and draw on all their creativity and courage to defeat a strange monster that threatens their town.
Being bad was what Buster did best. Until his dad thought of a way to sort him out.
When Ruby sees an amazing creature on the beach on her way home from school, she is hopeful she's found a new friend. A gorgeous story about kindness and family and friendship, brought beautifully to life by two incredibly talented creators. Ruby led the creature out into the garden. She drew a dancing circle in the sand. 'I choose you!' she said to the creature. Walking along the beach, Ruby finds a strange creature on the shore. She takes it home, feeds it and makes a bed of straw for it in her cubby - but a cubby is no place for a creature from the sea. Ruby must draw on all her resources to help the creature find their way home - and perhaps, along the way, she might just find an unexpected friendship. A whimsical tale of friendship, compassion and resourcefulness, from a wonderfully talented creative team.
A child is imprisoned in a house by her reclusive religious parents. Hester has never seen the outside world. The story told by Hester is often dark and terrible, but the sheer blazing brilliance of her language and the imagery that illuminates the pages make this novel an exhilarating, enlightening and joyous act of faith.
A spooky, exuberantly funny and hugely entertaining book about a boy who is having trouble making friends in his new neighbourhood... From bestselling author Sofie Laguna. Perfect for Halloween reading!
Beautiful, warm and evocative, this stunning picture book reveals an older brother's hopes for the amazing experiences he will share with his new baby brother - when he's older. A triumph of illustration and storytelling.
A beautiful, illustrated adventure story with a classic feel, about a quiet boy and a talking crow on an extraordinary hot-air balloon ride to the Arctic.
Hester wächst isoliert im Wald auf, ohne Kontakt zu anderen Kindern. Ihre einzige Gesellschaft sind ihre Fantasiefreunde und eine Kinderbibel. Als sie das Verbot ihrer Eltern bricht und die Tür öffnet, verändert sich ihr Leben. Sie spürt das Bedürfnis nach Glück und Freundschaft und trifft schließlich eine eigene Entscheidung.
