Ann Cameron – författare

It isn''t easy being Julian''s younger brother.  When Huey has bad dreams, Julian says it''s no big deal.  When Huey orders trout in a restaurant and it comes to the table whole with an eye looking straight up at him, Julian reminds Huey he''d better eat it all.  And when Huey wants to study animal tracks with Julian and his friend Gloria, Julian tells him he''s too young.  But he''s not a little kid.  He''s six years old and he''s an adventurer, a chef, a tracker, a scout--and much more!  Set in large type with wide margins, these five short, funny, and satisfying stories have all the originality and sparkle of the Julian books with a fresh new voice.  From the Hardcover edition.

Kidnapped at the age of 11 from his home in Benin, Africa, Olaudah Equiano spent the next 11 years as a slave in England, the U.S., and the West Indies, until he was able to buy his freedom. His autobiography, published in 1789, was a bestseller in its own time. Cameron has modernized and shortened it while remaining true to the spirit of the original. It''s a gripping story of adventure, betrayal, cruelty, and courage. In searing scenes, Equiano describes the savagery of his capture, the appalling conditions on the slave ship, the auction, and the forced labor. . . . Kids will read this young man''s story on their own; it will also enrich curriculum units on history and on writing.From the Trade Paperback edition.

Bestselling classic The Stories Julian Tells is just the beginning! Get ready for more of Julian's wonderful family and imagination in the Julian's World chapter book series!  Secret agents Julian, Huey, and Gloria are already heroes. They have rescued a dog and saved a toddler from drowning. But what they really want is to nab a real-live bank robber. Just when it looks like they might catch the crook, the police chief steps in. The supersleuths find that they're the ones who are in trouble—with a capital T!"The humor is effective and the action nonstop." —The Bulletin"A quick and interesting read . . . the plot is well developed, and the characters are aptly drawn." —School Library Journal

Never leave a yummy pudding lying around!Dad makes a pudding that tastes like a whole raft of lemons and a night on the sea. But then he does something really silly. He goes for a nap and leaves Julian in charge. Bad idea. Before he knows it, Julian’s in a sticky situation. And that’s just one of his many adventures, which involve catalogue cats, cave-boy teeth . . . and a new next-door neighbour!

See the world through a dog’s eyes – and nose!Tiger loves his Human family, especially his Boy, Huey. But whenever he tries to speak to them, all they can hear is “YERF!”Poor Tiger can never get his point across – even when he has very important things to say. About eating Dad’s socks, chasing squirrels. . . or saving Fiona the Cat!

Your wildest dreams can come true!Julian and Huey want to give their dad the best birthday present ever – something he has always dreamed of. But what could that be? They watch Dad while he’s sleeping to find out.It’s hard to read someone’s thoughts, but Julian finds a way. And it seems that Dad’s biggest dream is . . . two big snakes! Or is it . . . ?

How do you catch a zebra?Huey’s big brother, Julian, is mean. He says that Huey is too little and noisy to play with him. But Huey has a plan.With a few tools and a lot of skill, Huey teaches his brother a lesson – and makes a new friend along the way!

Julian to the rescue!Grown-ups aren’t very good at solving crimes. That’s why it’s time for Julian, Huey and Gloria to take matters into their own hands. The crime-busting kids go on a mission to track down wanted criminals. They have a special motto, a secret code and plenty of plans. All they need now is their first crook . . .

Did you know that frogs wear shoes?That eating broccoli makes you super strong?Or that you can even move the sun if you put your mind to it?Julian can’t stop telling stories – or getting into trouble!

Little fibs can lead to big trouble!Julian hates bicycles. He thinks they are boring and stupid . . . and maybe just a little bit scary. But his best friend, Gloria, has just got a new bike, and all she wants is to go cycling with him.Julian needs to think of an excuse, and fast. Surely anything is better than braving a bicycle. Even if it means sweeping floors, weeding the garden and doing chores all summer . . .

Juan lives in Guatemala, in the mountains. It is a poor but beautiful place, with volcanoes rising from the shores of a blue lake, and flocks of brilliantly plumed wild parrots living in the trees.Juan is a shoe-shine boy. Although he’s only seven years old, he works hard every day to earn his keep. He has lived with his grandmother since his parents abandoned him.But Juan dreams of other things. Most of all, he longs to go to school like other children his age . . .

Huey has a bright idea!Huey wants to surprise his mum on Mother's Day, so he invents banana spaghetti. It takes a bit of help from Dad to get it right, but Huey is determined to show everyone that he is just as clever as his big brother, Julian. And when Huey beats his fear of the dark, he proves he is just as brave too.

Never leave a yummy pudding lying around!Dad makes a pudding that tastes like a whole raft of lemons and a night on the sea. But then he does something really silly. He goes for a nap and leaves Julian in charge. Bad idea. Before he knows it, Julian’s in a sticky situation. And that’s just one of his many adventures, which involve catalogue cats, cave-boy teeth . . . and a new next-door neighbour!

Huey has a bright idea!Huey wants to surprise his mum on Mother's Day, so he invents banana spaghetti. It takes a bit of help from Dad to get it right, but Huey is determined to show everyone that he is just as clever as his big brother, Julian. And when Huey beats his fear of the dark, he proves he is just as brave too.

How do you catch a zebra? Huey's big brother, Julian, is mean. He says that Huey is too little and noisy to play with him. But Huey has a plan. With a few tools and a lot of skill, Huey teaches his brother a lesson - and makes a new friend along the way!

Julian to the rescue!Grown-ups aren’t very good at solving crimes. That’s why it’s time for Julian, Huey and Gloria to take matters into their own hands. The crime-busting kids go on a mission to track down wanted criminals. They have a special motto, a secret code and plenty of plans. All they need now is their first crook . . .

See the world through a dog’s eyes – and nose!Tiger loves his Human family, especially his Boy, Huey. But whenever he tries to speak to them, all they can hear is “YERF!”Poor Tiger can never get his point across – even when he has very important things to say. About eating Dad’s socks, chasing squirrels. . . or saving Fiona the Cat!

Did you know that frogs wear shoes? That eating broccoli makes you super strong? Or that you can even move the sun if you put your mind to it? Julian can't stop telling stories - or getting into trouble!

Little fibs can lead to big trouble!Julian hates bicycles. He thinks they are boring and stupid . . . and maybe just a little bit scary. But his best friend, Gloria, has just got a new bike, and all she wants is to go cycling with him.Julian needs to think of an excuse, and fast. Surely anything is better than braving a bicycle. Even if it means sweeping floors, weeding the garden and doing chores all summer . . .