Chris Higgins Books

It's the new school term and, as the baby inside Mum's tummy gets bigger and bigger, the family begins to plan for Christmas. There are lists to be made and presents to be wrapped. But could an unexpected Christmas gift be just around the corner?

Bella has just moved into a new house. It's old and dark and she's sure there's a ghost in the attic! But things look up when she meets her new next-door neighbour Magda. Magda is lots of fun! She's bubbly and full of imagination and can even turn cartwheels! Soon they are best friends.But Magda is also trouble! She breaks Bella's mum's best tea set, wrecks Bella's room and covers the whole living room in soot. And somehow makes sure Bella gets the blame for everything.Bella is going to have watch out because there's Trouble Next Door!

The second in the hilarious and heart-warming young series about the chaotic life of the Butterfield family It's the summer holidays and the Butterfield family is going away to Cornwall. As usual, Mattie has plenty to worry about. What if she loses the luggage she's been put in charge of? What if someone falls over a cliff? And worst of all, what if they've forgotten someone?

Mum's 30th birthday is coming up and after such a hectic year for the Butterfields, Mattie wants to make it extra-special. Aided by best friend Lucinda, he decides a talent show to showcase the Butterfields' unique skills will be the best birthday surprise for Mum. With a host of unruly Butterfields and Lucinda's parents coming to watch, have Mattie and Lucinda bitten off more than they can chew?

Mattie thinks her Worry Lists are over now that the Butterfields have won the lottery! But when the council threatens to close Mattie's school because there aren't enough children to go there her worries seem bigger than ever. Can the Butterfields save the day and keep the school open?

Focusing on the chaotic yet endearing adventures of the Butterfield family, this installment continues to blend humor with heartfelt moments. Readers will enjoy the relatable challenges and the lively dynamics among family members, showcasing the ups and downs of their everyday lives. With its engaging storytelling, this series captures the essence of family life in a way that resonates with both young readers and adults alike.

A fantastic WBD flip-book featuring brand new stories from two bestselling teen authors: Sophie McKenzie and Chris Higgins.THE THIEF by Sophie McKenzieThe events in this special story take place between The Hostage and The Rescue, but The Thief can be read as a stand-alone story.The Thief stars the four Medusa teens, Nico, Ketty, Ed and Dylan. Following the explosion that ended The Hostage, the teens are sent to a boot camp in Spain - to learn some discipline, but also for their own protection. On the way there, the group are attacked and forced to carry out a high-risk diamond theft.WALKING THE WALLS by Chris HigginsFelix is not scared to be different - but his fellow pupils find him confusing. Felix doesn't care, but everyone around him seems to have something to say about how he's living his life...Why can't they just let him be Felix?

Jess seems to have it all. She has a gorgeous boyfriend, Muggs, landed the lead in the school play, and her best friend Ali will always stick by her. She even gets on well with her older sister! Then her mum is diagnosed with breast cancer and Jess's world is turned upside down. No one seems to understand what she's going through. Muggs is too busy with the play, her dad is never around to talk to and all of a sudden Ali is avoiding her. Jess soon starts to realize that maybe having it all isn't what really matters and maybe the people you thought you could depend on aren't the ones to trust. A fantastic and touching debut from Chris Higgins, undoubtedly a new talent who identifies exactly where teenagers are coming from. Writing to rival the likes of Jacqueline Wilson and Cathy Cassidy, Chris Higgins tackles genuine teen issues with confidence and her wise sensibility, and writes in an authentic first person narrative to create strong teen protagonists.

Starting all over again in a new town can be hard enough but with Dad not around anymore, her Mum on the verge of a breakdown and a kid sister to look after - Kally's life is suddenly full of secrets. When the gorgeous Jem skates into Kally's life and sweeps her off her feet, things finally seem to be going right. But she and Jem grow closer, Kally dicovers there's more than one side to him and that she's not the only one with things to hide. Soon her life is spinning out of control...