This author crafts stories for children across all age groups, from picture books and preschool animation scripts to young adult novels. Her fiction often delves into mysterious or ghostly themes, reflecting her own deep appreciation for such literature. She creates adventure stories centered on gaming and historical fantasy, with her works recognized as standout choices for young readers.
In a world captivated by the immersive Virtual Reality game Ray-Chay, players experience personalized adventures drawn from their memories. However, Ant remains devoted to the nearly completed Kismet Cosmos, the old game that sets him apart as the last player. His unique perspective allows him to uncover unsettling truths about the new game and its impact on reality, leading him to confront the darker implications of this technological obsession.
The Comet and the Thief is a fresh, fantasy time-slip between two periods in British history: Georgian and Medieval. Kit, a born actor, hates being a thief in eighteenth century London. When wicked Lord Colwich hires him to steal a missing page from a mysterious medieval book in his library, it results in Kit having to flee the city...
Transgender life stories from South Africa takes the reader on a journey into the many worlds inhabited by transgender South Africans. The life stories recounted in this collection are both inspiring and compelling and reveal the courage and strength of each of the story tellers involved. The narratives detail the constant challenges of living in a country, that, despite its progressive Constitution, is still host to myriad prejudices and misunderstandings when it comes to trans people. With more than twenty original voices from the trans community in South Africa, the book is a journal of shared experiences for trans people and a fascinating point of departure for interested members of the general public. The contributors who 'transitioned, are transitioning or will transition', have all been actively involved in the process of making the book and have a great deal to say about their personal experiences of being transgender today. Their illuminating and touching life stories a
Presents Jess, who plants a magic bean and has a great adventure. Bookbanded
for easy classroom management, with Reading notes for parents/carers on the
inside covers. Guided reading cards and teaching notes are also available.
Presents two boys with the same name, who find a way to solve a problem.
Bookbanded for easy classroom management, with Reading notes for
parents/carers on the inside covers. Guided reading cards and teaching notes
are also available.
A frilly pink blob of a bridesmaid's dress is the last thing Lauren wants to wear for her sister Avril's wedding. She has endless arguments with her mother about it. Far more exciting for Lauren is a phone call from her Uncle Wil.
What is Sglod going to buy Nellie for Christmas? Not another frying pan! Nellie has problems of her own: she doesn't know what to wear to the fancy dress competition. To cap it all, the Christmas tree has fallen off the pier and into the sea! There are plenty of problems to be solved in this seasonal adventure.
