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104 kr
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Puloma must summon immense courage to rescue a captive bear in this gripping adventure from award-winning author Jasbinder Bilan.Can Puloma save Nyla the bear and herself at the same time?Unwanted and lonely living with her unkind aunt, Puloma ends up running away with the circus. She’s relieved to find work and a place to live but can’t understand why the other circus workers are constantly worried about the police finding them.The reason for their fears is the circus’s star act – a dancing sloth bear called Nyla. This form of cruelty is now illegal in India, and when Puloma sees Nyla being mistreated, she decides to try to help her escape … Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
Del 2 - Adventures Around the World
India, Incredible India
An illustrated journey around India and the perfect introduction to the country’s history, culture and natural wonders for kids 7/8/9/10/11/12
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
186 kr
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Journey through India and explore its incredible diversity in this richly illustrated book, with words from a Costa-winning author.Written by award-winning author Jasbinder Bilan with detailed artwork by Nina Chakrabarti, this is a joyful celebration of India and its incredible people, places and wildlife. Watch elephants bathing from a houseboat in Kerala, marvel at ancient cave paintings in Bhimbetka, wander through Delhi's bustling streets, and ride a train through the snow-capped peaks of the Himalaya. Uncover India's fascinating history and culture, and explore the unique mix of the traditional and modern that makes India the incredible country it is today.Winner of the Books for Topics Book of the Year!Shortlisted for The Week Junior Book Awards 2023!“A truly stunning book to pour over for hours.” WRD magazine“This colourful, evocative journey through India […] does a superb job of conveying the vast scale, variety and richness of the subcontinent, touching intriguingly on its wealth of wildlife, food, festivals, dance, scientific innovation and history.” Guardian
131 kr
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Inspired by Hindu mythology, Anya’s Quest is an enchanting tale of a young girl’s journey to protect the planet, from the Costa-winning author of Asha and the Spirit Bird and renowned illustrator Jane Ray. A beautiful book to treasure for ever.The earth’s lullaby is falling silent. Our world is in danger…When the mighty goddess Ganga hears a forgotten melody in the night, she follows its tune to a palace in the icy Himalaya and to a young girl called Anya. For she has a quest for Anya – she needs her help to heal the fragile planet.Flying on her dragon Makara, Ganga leads Anya and her friend Mahi on an epic journey through time and across India, in search of elusive spirit animals and forgotten lullabies. Together, they must confront their fears and discover friends new and old, as they join their voices in a celebration of the planet.
116 kr
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Inspired by Hindu mythology, Anya’s Quest is an enchanting tale of a young girl’s journey to protect the planet, from the Costa-winning author of Asha and the Spirit Bird and renowned illustrator Jane Ray. A beautiful book to treasure for ever. The earth’s lullaby is falling silent. Our world is in danger…When the mighty goddess Ganga hears a forgotten melody in the night, she follows its tune to a palace in the icy Himalaya and to a young girl called Anya. For she has a quest for Anya – she needs her help to heal the fragile planet.Flying on her dragon Makara, Ganga leads Anya and her friend Mahi on an epic journey through time and across India, in search of elusive spirit animals and forgotten lullabies. Together, they must confront their fears and discover friends new and old, as they join their voices in a celebration of the planet.
153 kr
Kommande
Journey through India and explore its incredible diversity in this richly illustrated book, with words from a Costa-winning author.Written by award-winning author Jasbinder Bilan with detailed artwork by Nina Chakrabarti, this is a joyful celebration of India and its incredible people, places and wildlife. Watch elephants bathing from a houseboat in Kerala, marvel at ancient cave paintings in Bhimbetka, wander through Delhi's bustling streets, and ride a train through the snow-capped peaks of the Himalaya. Uncover India's fascinating history and culture, and explore the unique mix of the traditional and modern that makes India the incredible country it is today.Winner of the Books for Topics Book of the Year!Shortlisted for The Week Junior Book Awards 2023!“A truly stunning book to pour over for hours.” WRD magazine“This colourful, evocative journey through India […] does a superb job of conveying the vast scale, variety and richness of the subcontinent, touching intriguingly on its wealth of wildlife, food, festivals, dance, scientific innovation and history.” Guardian
278 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
104 kr
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When a majestic whale is stranded near their Scottish hometown, Tulsi and Satchen must summon all their courage to save it in this thrilling adventure from award-winning author Jasbinder Bilan. After rowing out to an island near their seaside home, Tulsi and Satchen discover a whale that has been trapped in a fishing net. Determined to try to free the poor creature, they repeatedly dive down into the freezing sea to cut the netting, but eventually, exhausted and with a storm rolling in, they have to admit defeat.As they head for home to seek help, their boat capsizes in the storm and they’re left clinging to it, dangerously adrift. Just as they think all is lost, help arrives from an unexpected source … Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
106 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Winner of the Costa Children's Book Award 2019Winner of the Times/Chicken House Children's Fiction Competition2017Shortlisted for the WaterstonesChildren's Book Prize 2020Longlistedfor the Jhalak Prize 2019Chosen as one ofthe Guardian's Best Books of 2019'This book is such a light-filled, huge-hearted delight ofan adventure.' KATHERINE RUNDELL'An evocative debut novel ... satisfyingly classic in feel'GUARDIAN'A heartfelt and mystical children's adventure story.'TELEGRAPHAsha lives in the foothills of the Himalayas. Money is tight andshe misses her papa who works in the city. When he suddenly stopssending his wages, a ruthless moneylender ransacks their homeand her mother talks of leaving.From her den in the mango tree, Asha makes a pact with her bestfriend, Jeevan, to find her father and make things right. But thejourney is dangerous: they must cross the world's highest mountainsand face hunger, tiredness – even snow leopards.And yet, Asha has the unshakeable sense that the spirit bird ofher grandmother – her nanijee – is watching over her... A gorgeously original and magical adventure set in India,for children aged 9 and up.From the author of Tamarind & the Star of Ishta– longlisted for the Blue Peter Book Prize. Explores themes of faith, family and friendship whilecapturing the wild, rich heart of contemporary India.
104 kr
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From the author of the Costa Award-winning Asha &the Spirit Bird comes a breathtaking, magical adventure...WINNER OF THE INDIE CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARDLONGLISTED FOR THE BLUE PETER BOOK AWARD'I absolutely adored it ... an achingly beautiful story' SitaBrahmachari'A lush, gorgeous setting in a novel as vivid and originalas her Costa-winning debut.' The Guardian'Beautifully written, richly atmospheric and touchingly spiritual,this brief novel sparkles like a polished gem' DailyMailTamarind never knew her Indian mum, who died soon after she wasborn.So when she arrives at her ancestral home, a huge mansion in theHimalayas surrounded by luxuriant gardens, she's full of questionsfor her extended family.But instead of answers, she finds an ominous silence – anda trickle of intriguing clues: an abandoned hut, a friendly monkey,a glowing star ring, and a strange girl in the garden who callsherself Ishta.Slowly, Tamarind unravels a mystery at the heart of who she is... The second novel by Jasbinder Bilan, author of the CostaAward-winning Asha & the Spirit Bird and a risingstar in middle-grade fiction.Perfect for readers aged 9 and up – for fans ofKiran Millwood Hargrave. A beautiful and emotional family drama lightly wovenwith magic, in a breathtaking Indian setting.
101 kr
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From the author of the Costa Award-winning Asha &the Spirit Bird and Tamarind & the Star of Ishtacomes a atmospheric, magical adventure with a stunning twist...'A magical stormy adventure' THE TIMES'A gem for readers of eight-plus' THE GUARDIAN'A deliciously addictive, one-sitting type of read' NIZRANAFAROOK, AUTHOR OF THE GIRL WHO STOLE AN ELEPHANT'A beautiful weaving of myth and magic ... Simply stunning'ZILLAH BETHELL, AUTHOR OF THE SHARK CALLERAarti has lived on the island with Aunt for as long as she canremember.Like the weather, Aunt rules her world withrare warmth. Aarti's only comforts are a book of Indian myths fullof blue gods, a fox's friendship, and a toy rabbit she finds ina locked room. Then, she learns Aunt has been feedingher lies. Fate intervenes when a half-drowned boy washes up onthe beach. With his help, Aarti hopes to remember who she reallyis ... and perhaps find a way home. The mesmerising third novel from one of the most excitingwriters of middle-grade fictionJasbinder is the author of the Costa Book Award-winningAsha & the Spirit Bird and Indie Book Award-winningTamarind & the Star of IshtaThemes of identity, faith and belonging with a stunningtwist in an evocative and remote Scottish island setting
116 kr
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A stunning new children's novel from the Costa Award-winningauthor of Asha & the Spirit Bird. 'Sensitively written and set against a true historical backdrop,this mystical story is a delight.' DAILY MAIL Xanthe loves visiting her gran in her flat with its rooftop garden.But Nani is becoming forgetful – and Xanthe wishes she couldhelp her, if only she knew how. A mysterious cat shows her a way. It leads Xanthe to clues aboutNani's childhood, and how, long ago, she had to escape her oldlife in Africa for a new one in Britain ... The fourth novel by bestselling, Costa Award-winningauthor Jasbinder Bilan; author of Asha & the SpiritBird, Tamarind & the Star of Ishta and Aarti& the Blue GodsFollows archaeology-obsessed Xanthe as she uncovers herfamily’s secretsA tale of secrets, family, refugees, belonging and loveSet in a tower block in Nottingham, bringing Jasbinder’strademark magical realism to an urban, everyday setting
103 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
A stunning royal mystery from the Costa Award-winningauthor of Asha & the Spirit Bird.Anushka is furious. As princess of an Indian kingdom, she haswatched the British East India Company take land and her family'smost divine jewel – an emerald the size of an apple.So when her father, the Maharaja, decides to visit Queen Victoriaat Buckinham Palace, Nush goes too – determined to bringback the gem that can heal her country. A stunning novel by bestselling author Jasbinder Bilan;author of books including Asha & the Spirit Bird, Tamarind& the Star of Ishta and Aarti& the Blue GodsAn action-packed royal mystery for ages 9+Jasbinder is the winner of the Costa Book Award, TheIndie Book Award and the Times/Chicken House Children's Fiction Competition,and has been shortlisted for the Waterstones Children'sBook Prize PRAISE FOR JASBINDER BILAN:'A gorgeous sumptuous read from a master storyteller.'HANNAH GOLD 'A light-filled, huge-hearted delight.' KATHERINERUNDELL 'Atmospheric, dreamy, charged with wonder and menace, loss,sorrow and delight.' TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT 'Beautifully written, richly atmospheric and touchingly spiritual.’DAILY MAIL
104 kr
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From the author of the Costa Award-winning Asha& the Spirit Bird comes a stunning new historicaladventure …'[An] absorbing, atmospheric 8+ historical adventure'THE GUARDIANNaeli loves her life in Hyderabad, India, yet she yearns to findher English father, who left when she was little. When a mysteriousticket arrives from England, Naeli abandons her familiar worldto track him down.Armed only with her father’s name and cherished violin,she embarks on a bold adventure through Victorian London and beyond... A stunning new novel by bestselling author JasbinderBilan; author of Asha & the Spirit Bird, Tamarind& the Star of Ishta and Aarti &the Blue GodsA gothic historical tale of family, music and mysteryJasbinder is the winner of the Costa Book Award, TheIndie Book Award and the Times/Chicken House Children's Fiction Competition,and has been shortlisted for the Waterstones Children'sBook Prize PRAISE FOR JASBINDER BILAN:'This book is such a light-filled, huge-hearted delight ofan adventure.' KATHERINE RUNDELL'Satisfyingly classic in feel' GUARDIAN'A heartfelt and mystical children’s adventure story' TELEGRAPH'Atmospheric, dreamy, charged with wonder and menace, loss,sorrow and delight' TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT