Illustrated Legends of Scotland's Kings and Queens

Theresa Breslin O.B.E. is the popular, critically-acclaimed author of over 50 books for children and young adults and winner of many literary prizes including the prestigious Carnegie Medal. Her work has been adapted for television, stage, and radio, and is translated worldwide. Theresa is an Honorary Fellow of the Association of Scottish Literary Studies, has received an Outstanding Achievement Award from Scottish Book Trust, and was appointed an OBE for Services to Literature. She lives near Glasgow, Scotland, is passionate about children's literature and literacy and a regular visitor at book festivals and schools. Theresa is the author of An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales, An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Mythical Creatures and An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Castle Legends illustrated by fine artist Kate Leiper. Her numerous historical books for children include Mary Queen of Scots: Escape from the Castle, published by Floris Books. Liza Tretyakova is a prize-winning illustrator from Russia. She has a BA in Illustration from the University of Plymouth, UK and studied History of Art at Moscow State University, Russia. Liza illustrates for advertising campaigns and children's books. She currently lives in Moscow.

'This is an utterly delightful book, beautifully illustrated. The author vividly brings to life Scotland's colourful Kings and Queens. It is sure to give great pleasure to any reader.'-- Alexander McCall Smith'Lavish design and artwork... Each introductory page of historical fact gives way to a lively, well-told story that animates those facts into adventure. The progressing centuries join hands to unite a cavalcade of kings and queens ... written by a master in her trade.'-- Geraldine McCaughrean'It feels like this book fills a gap that has been open for some time. It is an overarching Scottish history book that isn't just easy to read, it's a page-turner. Not only should there be a copy in every classroom in Scotland, any adult who wants to get a better handle on Scottish history should devour it too.'-- Roaring ReadsPraise for An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales:'A sublime collection of folk stories … Theresa Breslin's retellings are pristine, sparkling.' -- The Guardian'A delightful and varied collection of stories from all over Scotland. Theresa Breslin's style is so compelling and chatty that you feel she is sitting in the room with you, telling you her favourite tales of kelpies and brownies, talking birds, sheepdogs and selkies. This is a beautiful book, which will be treasured by children in Scotland and far afield.'-- Julia Donaldson, former Children's Laureate'This is a lovely book enhanced with the most beautiful illustrations. Folk stories have not lost their appeal in the modern world -- it is books like this that will keep them alive.-- Alexander McCall SmithPraise for An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Mythical Creatures:'This is a rare delight; a harmonious braiding of pitch-perfect storytelling with illustrations of breathtaking elegance and integrity. Every home should have at least one copy.'-- Debi Gliori'The book is full of colour and atmosphere and style, a testament to the partnership of writer and illustrator.'-- The Scotsman'‘Tis the season also for sumptuously-illustrated gift books. Among the most prizeable this year is An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Mythical Creatures. Breslin has a gift for bringing the old stories to life.'-- Herald Scotland'Lively yarn-spinning, delightful illustrations, and handsome bookmaking again make a winning combination.'-- Kirkus ReviewsPraise for Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Castle Legends:'A glorious collection of traditional stories. The perfect gift.'-- Vivian French'The castles of Scotland are storied places -- literally -- as we learn from Theresa Breslin's engaging narrative.' -- The Wall Street Journal

• Timeline of the Kings and Queens of ScotlandKenneth MacAlpin: King Kenneth and the Stone of DestinyQueen Gruoch: Queen Gruoch, King MacBeth and the Ferocious BeastQueen, Saint Margaret: Queen Margaret and the Perfect PearlKing David I: King David and the White StagWilliam the Lion: King William and the Lion RampantKing Alexander III: King Alexander and the Viking InvadersRobert the Bruce: King Robert and his Brave HeartKing James IV: King James and the Boy KnightMary, Queen of Scots: Mary, Queen of Scots and the Four MarysUnion of the Crowns of Scotland and EnglandQueen Victoria: Queen Victoria and the Highland CastleModern TimesGlossary