Russell Conwell Hoban was an American writer who spent much of his life in London. His extensive body of work spans a wide range of genres, from fantasy and science fiction to magical realism and poetry. Hoban explores the complexities of the human experience through his unique literary vision. His narratives often reflect profound contemplations on life and society.
The beloved tale that inspired the iconic Jim Henson film returns after more than four decades. This reprint invites readers to revisit a whimsical world filled with memorable characters and enchanting adventures, capturing the imagination of both new and longtime fans. With its rich storytelling and timeless themes, it promises to delight audiences once again, celebrating the magic that has resonated through generations.
s her little sister Gloria's birthday approaches, Frances wavers between being generous'and being jealous. ‘[Frances] is every youngster who chafes at being the un-birthday child.
A classic tale of the triumph of fooling-around fun over humourless no-nonsense adult disapproval! Tom loves to fool around. He fools around with dropping things from bridges into rivers and he fools around with barrels in alleys. He fools around so much that his maiden aunt, Miss Fidget Wonkham-Strong (who wears an iron hat and takes no nonsense from anyone), sends for Captain Najork and his hired sportsmen to teach Tom a lesson. Captain Najork, says Aunt Fidget Wonkham-Strong, is seven feet tall, with eyes like fire and a voice like thunder. He teaches fooling-around boys the lesson they so badly need, and it is not one that they soon forget. Captain Najork lays down a challenge: they will play womble, muck and speedball - in that order. And it turns out not to be Tom who gets taught a lesson after all!
Another classic from Russell Hoban and Quentin Blake, featuring a jam-powered frog and an eccentric headmistress ... as nutty and compulsive as ever.
This collection brings together eight cherished I Can Read characters, offering a delightful assortment of easy-to-read stories filled with familiar faces and exciting adventures. Perfect for young readers, it encourages literacy through engaging narratives and beloved characters.
When Father comes home at the end of a sorely trying day, he finds all the family fighting and scolding after a sequence of events for which no one is willing to take the blame.
Frances is a fussy eater. In fact, the only thing she likes is bread and jam. She won't touch her squishy soft-boiled egg. She trades away her chicken-salad sandwich at lunch. She turns up her nose at boring veal cutlets. Unless Mother can come up with a plan, Frances just might go on eating bread and jam forever!
Thelma usually outsmarts Frances until Frances decides to teach her a lesson about friendship.
The inimitable duo of Russell Hoban and Quentin Blake tell a hilarious romp that begins with a wobbly table ... and ends with a bunch of dancing elephants!
Starring Frances, America's favorite badger, the complete text and art for this beloved picture book is now available in the always-appealing 8x8 format! Frances doesn't think her little sister can be her friend, but when Frances finds herself left out because of a "no-girls" rule, she decides to show those boys what girls can do. In the process, she discovers that sisters can indeed be friends . . . maybe even best friends! This endearing story of Frances discovering friendship is a classic that will continue to be loved by children, siblings, and parents everywhere.