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Leading equine illustrator Jennifer Bell has revised this beautiful and ever-popular book, which is designed to assist budding artists of all ages. Its encouraging text and inspiring illustrations will help the reader understand basic horse anatomy and the mechanics of movement, as well as the art techniques necessary to draw and paint horses with success.

Everything you ever wanted to know about drawing ponies is brought to life by a sparky pony character called Smoky Joe, and his friends, Trevor and Rosie (all based on real ponies). Jennifer Bell's wonderful illustrations and advice on technique cover just about every form of drawing, from sketching from life, through to portraits, fantasy, and cartoons. She describes how to get the best results with pencils, felt tips, crayons, pen and ink, and pastels, and introduces the basics of anatomy, perspective, and proportion-all simplified and made fun for the younger audience.

Welcome to a world where nothing is quite as it seems . . . Dive head first into the world of Lundinor in this magical adventure story for anyone with a Hogwarts-shaped hole in their life.When their grandmother Sylvie is rushed to hospital, Ivy Sparrow and her annoying big brother Seb cannot imagine what adventure lies in store. Returning to Sylvie’s house, they find it has been ransacked by unknown intruders – before a mysterious feather scratches an ominous message onto the kitchen wall. A very strange policeman turns up on the scene, determined to apprehend them . . . with a toilet brush. Ivy and Seb make their escape – only to find themselves in a completely uncommon world, where ordinary objects have amazing powers. The forces of evil are closing in fast, and Ivy and Seb must get to the bottom of a family secret . . . before it’s too late.Complete with stunning interior illustrations by cover artist Karl Mountford.

Following Ivy Sparrow’s discoveries in The Crooked Sixpence, the adventures continue in the second instalment of The Uncommoners trilogy, The Smoking Hourglass.As soon as Ivy and her brother Seb set foot back in the mysterious underground city of Lundinor, they know that something has changed . . . Where before there were cobbled streets, now the squares and lanes between the city’s enchanted shops are lush with spring blooms – but something dark is stirring just below the surface, and uncommon traders are uneasy. Ivy and Seb have stumbled into a plot that could condemn every uncommoner to a disastrous fate . . . With the help of Valian, their extraordinary friend – and some exceptional uncommon objects – can Ivy and Seb put a stop to the sinister Dirge’s plans?

After the thrilling events which concluded The Smoking Hourglass, Ivy, Seb and Valian think they've vanquished their enemies, and those of Lundinor, forever. It turns out their adventure was only just beginning . . . Ivy and Seb can't wait to join Valian for their first ever overseas uncommon adventure - they're meeting in Nubrook, the completely astonishing and totally-different-to-Ludinor trading market hidden underneath New York. But there's no time to enjoy looking round all the incredible sights - they're on a mission to find Valian's long-lost sister, Rosie.But it seems they're not the only ones looking for her. Once again the Dirge rear their terrifying heads, and it appears they're after not only Rosie, but another enormously powerful Great Uncommon Good object. But what do they want it for? And can Ivy, Seb and Valian stop them from finding it?

Gaming and time travel collide in this exhilarating middle-grade adventure, from bestselling author Jennifer Bell.THE GAME IS ON. TRAVEL WITH WONDER.When Arthur, Ren and Cecily investigate a mysterious explosion on their way to school, they find themselves trapped aboard The Principia - a scientific research ship sailing through hazardous waters, captained by one Isaac Newton.Lost in the year 2473 in the Wonderscape, an epic in-reality adventure game, they must call on the help of some unlikely historical heroes, to play their way home before time runs out.Jumanji meets Ready Player One in this fast-paced adventure featuring incredible real-life heroes, from the internationally bestselling author of The Uncommoners series.

From the bestselling author of Wonderscape, Magicalia and The Uncommoners, comes this fast-paced gaming adventure through the universe's greatest legends. Starring inspirational myths and legends from around the world and set in a gaming world, fans of Jumanji and Escape Room and kids who love action adventure won't be able to put this book down.PLAY THE GAME. BRAVE THE LEGEND.Arthur, Ren and Cecily are stuck in Legendarium in the year 2493, where the secretive villain Deadlock has discovered dangerous time-travel technology.To save the universe, the friends must enter the deadly Irontide Tournament, where legends are real and one wrong move could cost them their lives...And if you love this book, don't miss Jennifer Bell's incredible time-travel adventure set in the same gaming world, Wonderscape, and discover her extraordinary fantasy series, Magicalia, set in a world of incredible magical creatures shaped by emotions, ideal for fans of Pokémon and Skandar!PRAISE FOR LEGENDARIUM"A wonder of an adventure – Jennifer’s storytelling has everything I want; excitement, power and heart." Jasbinder Bilan"Sharp, fast-paced and full of heart ... Arthur, Ren and Cecily are adventuring once more in this warm and witty pageturner of a sequel. I love it!" Elle McNicoll"Legendarium does not disappoint. In fact, it grabs you from page one. With a furious pace and mind-boggling concepts, it’s the very definition of a BLOCKBUSTER." Phil Earle"Legendarium is clever, fast-paced, action-packed, and lots of fun – grab your time-key and jump right in!" Sinéad O'Hart"A fantastic, futuristic adventure! With courageous characters and historical legends galore, it’s more immersive than any video game!" Ellie Irving"A thrilling, exciting, jam-packed adventure, full of friendship, danger and heart-stopping moments. I am in awe of Jennifer Bell’s writing." Mel Taylor-Bessent"A fantastically imaginative and exciting adventure, starring three young heroes who deserve to become legends and the best robot dog ever." Stephanie BurgisPRAISE FOR WONDERSCAPE“An expertly crafted, breakneck speed adventure.” BookTrust"A whirlwind of fun and mystery across space and time." Thomas Taylor, author of Malamander“Eight-plus readers with a taste for adventure and science will immerse themselves in the Uncommoners author Jennifer Bell’s exciting new Wonderscape” - "Books of the Month", Guardian"A breakneck sci-fi romp that's perfect for gamers, puzzle fiends and fact-fans." Ross Montgomery, author of The Midnight Guardians"Bell puts a clever and highly inventive spin on the middle-grade fantasy adventure." The Bookseller"A fun-filled, character-driven, fast-paced, vibrant story ... together with its thought-provoking, science-embracing and hero-referencing narrative, it will almost certainly win both hearts and minds.” ‘Children’s Book of the Week’, Press Association"A wonderful mash up of video game and history.” Angels & UrchinsFeatured in The Week Junior's '5 books for fans of gaming'

Introducing the funniest series in the galaxy! Two teams are snatched from their planets and pitted against each other in an intergalactic game show full of MAXIMUM MAYHEM that's guaranteed to get even the most reluctant reader laughing out loud and screaming for more! It's perfect for 7+ kids who love gaming, Loki, Grimwood and Gladiators.Fast-paced actionLoads of sillinessMaximum dangerComic book panelsHilarious illustrationsShort chaptersDyslexia friendly fontBuckle your seatbelts because this episode of intergalactic gameshow BATTLE MASTER is about to begin!Two teams will be snatched from their everyday lives and forced to race across a wildly DANGEROUS ARENA of mayhem and chaos. The first to plant their flag on the BIG RED CROSS at the centre of the arena WINS!The LOSERS gets a one-way ticket to the Vault of Epic Failures…Written by bestselling authors Jennifer Bell and Mel Taylor-Bessent, and illustrated by Jacopo, BATTLE MASTER is a hilarious, kid-friendly, accessible series for 7+ readers, with loads more laugh-a-minute battles coming soon!

Agnes and Attie – AGENTS OF THE WILD - are bound for the Antarctic on their second creature-crazy wildlife-rescue adventure. When SPEARS receives an emergency distress call from its marine outpost in Antarctica, there is only one team they can send. Agnes and Attie are soon up to their eyes in an icebound mystery. What is causing the tremors threatening to destroy the rescue centre? Why are the local Adelie penguins behaving so bizarrely? And what exactly is the celebrity nature presenter Cynthia Steelsharp doing, out there in the ice-fields…? SPECIES IN DANGER? GIRL AND SHREW TO THE RESCUE!

Third in the AGENTS OF THE WILD series: fun-packed young fiction with wildlife conservation themes. Agnes and Attie – AGENTS OF THE WILD – are off to the Sahara Desert on a mission to rescue rare baby animals from illegal wildlife traders.When a lesser flamingo crashes into Agnes’s window-box with an urgent message for SPEARS, Agnes is ready for the call. Three rock hyrax pups have been kidnapped from their burrow in Egypt, and other baby animals are missing across Africa. Soon Agnes and Attie find themselves trapped in an ancient Egyptian tomb at the mercy of animal poachers – can they save the animals and themselves?SPECIES IN DANGER? GIRL AND SHREW TO THE RESCUE!

Gaming and time travel collide in this exhilarating adventure for 9+ readers, from internationally bestselling author Jennifer Bell. Starring inspiration heroes from history and set in a gaming world, fans of Jumanji and Escape Room and kids who love action adventure won't be able to put this book down.>> A Waterstones Children's Book of the Month>> A Toppsta Children's Book of the Month>> "A whirlwind of fun and mystery across space and time." Thomas Taylor, bestselling author of MalamanderTHE GAME IS ON. TRAVEL WITH WONDER.When Arthur, Ren and Cecily investigate a mysterious explosion on their way to school, they find themselves trapped aboard The Principia – a scientific research ship sailing through hazardous waters, captained by one Isaac Newton.Lost in the year 2473 in the Wonderscape, an epic in-reality adventure game, they must call on the help of some unlikely historical heroes, to play their way home before time runs out.Jumanji meets Ready Player One in this fast-paced adventure featuring incredible real-life heroes, from the internationally bestselling author of The Uncommoners series, Magicalia and Legendarium."A whirlwind of fun and mystery across space and time." Thomas Taylor, author of Malamander “Eight-plus readers with a taste for adventure and science will immerse themselves in the Uncommoners author Jennifer Bell’s exciting new Wonderscape” - "Books of the Month", Guardian"A breakneck sci-fi romp that's perfect for gamers, puzzle fiends and fact-fans." Ross Montgomery, author of The Midnight Guardians"With the mind-expanding wonder of A Wrinkle in Time, the tech-wizardry of Ready Player One, and a generous sprinkling of Jennifer Bell's unique magic, Wonderscape is unmissable." Sinéad O'Hart, author of The Eye of the North"Wonderscape is an expertly crafted, breakneck speed adventure." BookTrust"Bell puts a clever and highly inventive spin on the middle-grade fantasy adventure." The Bookseller"A fun-filled, character-driven, fast-paced, vibrant story ... together with its thought-provoking, science-embracing and hero-referencing narrative, it will almost certainly win both hearts and minds.” ‘Children’s Book of the Week’, Press Association"A wonderful mash up of video game and history.” Angels & UrchinsFeatured in The Week Junior's '5 books for fans of gaming'

Gaming and time travel collide in this exhilarating adventure for 9+ readers, from internationally bestselling author Jennifer Bell. Starring inspiration heroes from history and set in a gaming world, fans of Jumanji and Escape Room and kids who love action adventure won't be able to put this book down.>> A Waterstones Children's Book of the Month>> A Toppsta Children's Book of the Month>> "A whirlwind of fun and mystery across space and time." Thomas Taylor, bestselling author of MalamanderTHE GAME IS ON. TRAVEL WITH WONDER.When Arthur, Ren and Cecily investigate a mysterious explosion on their way to school, they find themselves trapped aboard The Principia – a scientific research ship sailing through hazardous waters, captained by one Isaac Newton.Lost in the year 2473 in the Wonderscape, an epic in-reality adventure game, they must call on the help of some unlikely historical heroes, to play their way home before time runs out.Jumanji meets Ready Player One in this fast-paced adventure featuring incredible real-life heroes, from the internationally bestselling author of The Uncommoners series, Magicalia and Legendarium."A whirlwind of fun and mystery across space and time." Thomas Taylor, author of Malamander “Eight-plus readers with a taste for adventure and science will immerse themselves in the Uncommoners author Jennifer Bell’s exciting new Wonderscape” - "Books of the Month", Guardian"A breakneck sci-fi romp that's perfect for gamers, puzzle fiends and fact-fans." Ross Montgomery, author of The Midnight Guardians"With the mind-expanding wonder of A Wrinkle in Time, the tech-wizardry of Ready Player One, and a generous sprinkling of Jennifer Bell's unique magic, Wonderscape is unmissable." Sinéad O'Hart, author of The Eye of the North"Wonderscape is an expertly crafted, breakneck speed adventure." BookTrust"Bell puts a clever and highly inventive spin on the middle-grade fantasy adventure." The Bookseller"A fun-filled, character-driven, fast-paced, vibrant story ... together with its thought-provoking, science-embracing and hero-referencing narrative, it will almost certainly win both hearts and minds.” ‘Children’s Book of the Week’, Press Association"A wonderful mash up of video game and history.” Angels & UrchinsFeatured in The Week Junior's '5 books for fans of gaming'

Enter the world of Agnes & Attie: AGENTS OF THE WILD; fun-packed young fiction with wildlife conservation themes.When 8-year-old Agnes is signed up for SPEARS (the Society for the Protection of Endangered and Awesomely Rare Species), she has no idea of the adventures that lie ahead with her elephant-shrew mentor Attie (short for “Attenborough”). Operation Honeyhunt sends them to the Brazilian rainforest, on a mission to save an endangered, dance-loving bee named Elton. Will Agnes pass the test and become a full SPEARS agent? Species in danger? Girl and shrew to the rescue!

Agnes and Attie – AGENTS OF THE WILD - are bound for the Antarctic on their second creature-crazy wildlife-rescue adventure. When SPEARS receives an emergency distress call from its marine outpost in Antarctica, there is only one team they can send. Agnes and Attie are soon up to their eyes in an icebound mystery. What is causing the tremors threatening to destroy the rescue centre? Why are the local Adelie penguins behaving so bizarrely? And what exactly is the celebrity nature presenter Cynthia Steelsharp doing, out there in the ice-fields…? SPECIES IN DANGER? GIRL AND SHREW TO THE RESCUE!

Enter the world of Agnes & Attie: AGENTS OF THE WILD; fun-packed young fiction with wildlife conservation themes.When 8-year-old Agnes is signed up for SPEARS (the Society for the Protection of Endangered and Awesomely Rare Species), she has no idea of the adventures that lie ahead with her elephant-shrew mentor Attie (short for “Attenborough”). Operation Honeyhunt sends them to the Brazilian rainforest, on a mission to save an endangered, dance-loving bee named Elton. Will Agnes pass the test and become a full SPEARS agent? Species in danger? Girl and shrew to the rescue!

Agnes and Attie – AGENTS OF THE WILD - are bound for the Antarctic on their second creature-crazy wildlife-rescue adventure. When SPEARS receives an emergency distress call from its marine outpost in Antarctica, there is only one team they can send. Agnes and Attie are soon up to their eyes in an icebound mystery. What is causing the tremors threatening to destroy the rescue centre? Why are the local Adelie penguins behaving so bizarrely? And what exactly is the celebrity nature presenter Cynthia Steelsharp doing, out there in the ice-fields…? SPECIES IN DANGER? GIRL AND SHREW TO THE RESCUE!

Welcome to a world where nothing is quite as it seems . . . Dive head first into the world of Lundinor in this magical adventure story for anyone with a Hogwarts-shaped hole in their life.When their grandmother Sylvie is rushed to hospital, Ivy Sparrow and her annoying big brother Seb cannot imagine what adventure lies in store. Returning to Sylvie’s house, they find it has been ransacked by unknown intruders – before a mysterious feather scratches an ominous message onto the kitchen wall. A very strange policeman turns up on the scene, determined to apprehend them . . . with a toilet brush. Ivy and Seb make their escape – only to find themselves in a completely uncommon world, where ordinary objects have amazing powers. The forces of evil are closing in fast, and Ivy and Seb must get to the bottom of a family secret . . . before it’s too late.Complete with stunning interior illustrations by cover artist Karl Mountford.

Following Ivy Sparrow’s discoveries in The Crooked Sixpence, the adventures continue in the second instalment of The Uncommoners trilogy, The Smoking Hourglass.As soon as Ivy and her brother Seb set foot back in the mysterious underground city of Lundinor, they know that something has changed . . . Where before there were cobbled streets, now the squares and lanes between the city’s enchanted shops are lush with spring blooms – but something dark is stirring just below the surface, and uncommon traders are uneasy. Ivy and Seb have stumbled into a plot that could condemn every uncommoner to a disastrous fate . . . With the help of Valian, their extraordinary friend – and some exceptional uncommon objects – can Ivy and Seb put a stop to the sinister Dirge’s plans?

After the thrilling events which concluded The Smoking Hourglass, Ivy, Seb and Valian think they've vanquished their enemies, and those of Lundinor, forever. It turns out their adventure was only just beginning . . . Ivy and Seb can't wait to join Valian for their first ever overseas uncommon adventure - they're meeting in Nubrook, the completely astonishing and totally-different-to-Ludinor trading market hidden underneath New York. But there's no time to enjoy looking round all the incredible sights - they're on a mission to find Valian's long-lost sister, Rosie.But it seems they're not the only ones looking for her. Once again the Dirge rear their terrifying heads, and it appears they're after not only Rosie, but another enormously powerful Great Uncommon Good object. But what do they want it for? And can Ivy, Seb and Valian stop them from finding it?

From the internationally bestselling author of Wonderscape and The Uncommoners, comes a spectacular science-packed fantasy series for 8+ set in a world of magical creatures shaped by emotions, perfect for fans of Pokémon, Skandar and Impossible Creatures. JOURNEY INTO A WORLD OF INCREDIBLE CREATURES...When her dad is kidnapped by a woman with a giant hamstoceros, Bitsy and best friend Kosh are swept into a secret world of ancient meteorites and strange beasts called magicores, each conjured using a different emotion. Using a powerful bestiary called Magicalia, the friends must quickly become conjurors themselves, before following a trail of clues that will take them from London to India to Paris, in a race to rescue Bitsy’s dad from a mysterious villain…Full of unexpected twists, secret organizations and a sparkling of science, this is thrilling fantasy adventure for readers 9+. And don't miss the next books in the series: Magicalia: Thief of Shadows and Magicalia: Storm of Chaos.PRAISE FOR MAGICALIA:“Pokémon-esque creatures and energy abounds in this sensational science-packed fantasy.” LoveReading4Kids“Full of adventure, magic and incredible creatures.” Swapna Haddow, bestselling author of Dave Pigeon“A super-exciting and unputdownable story.” Thomas Taylor, bestselling author of Malamander“Bursting with magic and adventure.” Mini Travellers“An absolute winner.” School Library Journal“Prepare to be swept across the world and into ones you never knew existed…” Read for Good“Hugely inventive.” The Bookseller"Electrifying.” Armadillo Magazine“Spellbinding.” Red Reading Hub“An amazing world of wonders and adventures.” Books Up North“Wonderful … bursts with technicolour.” Jasbinder Bilan, bestselling author of Asha and the Spirit Bird“Scene-stealing monsters both mega and mini.” Kirkus Reviews“Fun, fast and ferociously readable.” Elle McNicoll, bestselling author of A Kind of Spark

Bitsy and Kosh are on the run in the second page-turning adventure in the spectacular fantasy series from bestseller Jennifer Bell, bursting with incredible magical creatures and amazing science! Perfect for 8+ fans of Skandar, Impossible Creatures and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.JOURNEY INTO A WORLD OF INCREDIBLE CREATURES...When Kosh is accused of being the notorious thief the Shadowsmith, he and Bitsy must go into hiding before Kosh is arrested. Determined to prove his innocence, Bitsy, Mateo and Kosh set out to find the real villain. But they have something the Shadowsmith desperately wants, something the conservatoire also needs for protection. Can Bitsy, Kosh and Mateo figure out the true culprit before time runs out and someone catches them?Don't miss the other books in this outstanding fantasy series, Magicalia: Race of Wonders and Magicalia: Storm of Chaos!PRAISE FOR MAGICALIA:“Pokémon-esque creatures and energy abounds in this sensational science-packed fantasy.” LoveReading4Kids“Full of adventure, magic and incredible creatures.” Swapna Haddow, bestselling author of Dave Pigeon“A super-exciting and unputdownable story.” Thomas Taylor, bestselling author of Malamander“Bursting with magic and adventure.” Mini Travellers“An absolute winner.” School Library Journal“Prepare to be swept across the world and into ones you never knew existed…” Read for Good“Hugely inventive.” The Bookseller"Electrifying.” Armadillo Magazine“Spellbinding.” Red Reading Hub“An amazing world of wonders and adventures.” Books Up North“Wonderful … bursts with technicolour.” Jasbinder Bilan, bestselling author of Asha and the Spirit Bird“Scene-stealing monsters both mega and mini.” Kirkus Reviews“Fun, fast and ferociously readable.” Elle McNicoll, bestselling author of A Kind of Spark

From the bestselling author of Wonderscape, Magicalia and The Uncommoners, comes this fast-paced gaming adventure through the universe's greatest legends. Starring inspirational myths and legends from around the world and set in a gaming world, fans of Jumanji and Escape Room and kids who love action adventure won't be able to put this book down.PLAY THE GAME. BRAVE THE LEGEND.Arthur, Ren and Cecily are stuck in Legendarium in the year 2493, where the secretive villain Deadlock has discovered dangerous time-travel technology.To save the universe, the friends must enter the deadly Irontide Tournament, where legends are real and one wrong move could cost them their lives...And if you love this book, don't miss Jennifer Bell's incredible time-travel adventure set in the same gaming world, Wonderscape, and discover her extraordinary fantasy series, Magicalia, set in a world of incredible magical creatures shaped by emotions, ideal for fans of Pokémon and Skandar!PRAISE FOR LEGENDARIUM"A wonder of an adventure – Jennifer’s storytelling has everything I want; excitement, power and heart." Jasbinder Bilan"Sharp, fast-paced and full of heart ... Arthur, Ren and Cecily are adventuring once more in this warm and witty pageturner of a sequel. I love it!" Elle McNicoll"Legendarium does not disappoint. In fact, it grabs you from page one. With a furious pace and mind-boggling concepts, it’s the very definition of a BLOCKBUSTER." Phil Earle"Legendarium is clever, fast-paced, action-packed, and lots of fun – grab your time-key and jump right in!" Sinéad O'Hart"A fantastic, futuristic adventure! With courageous characters and historical legends galore, it’s more immersive than any video game!" Ellie Irving"A thrilling, exciting, jam-packed adventure, full of friendship, danger and heart-stopping moments. I am in awe of Jennifer Bell’s writing." Mel Taylor-Bessent"A fantastically imaginative and exciting adventure, starring three young heroes who deserve to become legends and the best robot dog ever." Stephanie BurgisPRAISE FOR WONDERSCAPE“An expertly crafted, breakneck speed adventure.” BookTrust"A whirlwind of fun and mystery across space and time." Thomas Taylor, author of Malamander“Eight-plus readers with a taste for adventure and science will immerse themselves in the Uncommoners author Jennifer Bell’s exciting new Wonderscape” - "Books of the Month", Guardian"A breakneck sci-fi romp that's perfect for gamers, puzzle fiends and fact-fans." Ross Montgomery, author of The Midnight Guardians"Bell puts a clever and highly inventive spin on the middle-grade fantasy adventure." The Bookseller"A fun-filled, character-driven, fast-paced, vibrant story ... together with its thought-provoking, science-embracing and hero-referencing narrative, it will almost certainly win both hearts and minds.” ‘Children’s Book of the Week’, Press Association"A wonderful mash up of video game and history.” Angels & UrchinsFeatured in The Week Junior's '5 books for fans of gaming'

From the internationally bestselling author of Wonderscape and The Uncommoners, comes a spectacular science-packed fantasy series for 8+ set in a world of magical creatures shaped by emotions, perfect for fans of Pokémon, Skandar and Impossible Creatures. JOURNEY INTO A WORLD OF INCREDIBLE CREATURES...When her dad is kidnapped by a woman with a giant hamstoceros, Bitsy and best friend Kosh are swept into a secret world of ancient meteorites and strange beasts called magicores, each conjured using a different emotion. Using a powerful bestiary called Magicalia, the friends must quickly become conjurors themselves, before following a trail of clues that will take them from London to India to Paris, in a race to rescue Bitsy’s dad from a mysterious villain…Full of unexpected twists, secret organizations and a sparkling of science, this is thrilling fantasy adventure for readers 9+. And don't miss the next books in the series: Magicalia: Thief of Shadows and Magicalia: Storm of Chaos.PRAISE FOR MAGICALIA:“Pokémon-esque creatures and energy abounds in this sensational science-packed fantasy.” LoveReading4Kids“Full of adventure, magic and incredible creatures.” Swapna Haddow, bestselling author of Dave Pigeon“A super-exciting and unputdownable story.” Thomas Taylor, bestselling author of Malamander“Bursting with magic and adventure.” Mini Travellers“An absolute winner.” School Library Journal“Prepare to be swept across the world and into ones you never knew existed…” Read for Good“Hugely inventive.” The Bookseller"Electrifying.” Armadillo Magazine“Spellbinding.” Red Reading Hub“An amazing world of wonders and adventures.” Books Up North“Wonderful … bursts with technicolour.” Jasbinder Bilan, bestselling author of Asha and the Spirit Bird“Scene-stealing monsters both mega and mini.” Kirkus Reviews“Fun, fast and ferociously readable.” Elle McNicoll, bestselling author of A Kind of Spark

From the internationally bestselling author of Wonderscape and The Uncommoners, comes a spectacular science-packed fantasy series for 8+ set in a world of magical creatures shaped by emotions, perfect for fans of Pokémon, Skandar and Impossible Creatures. JOURNEY INTO A WORLD OF INCREDIBLE CREATURES...When her dad is kidnapped by a woman with a giant hamstoceros, Bitsy and best friend Kosh are swept into a secret world of ancient meteorites and strange beasts called magicores, each conjured using a different emotion. Using a powerful bestiary called Magicalia, the friends must quickly become conjurors themselves, before following a trail of clues that will take them from London to India to Paris, in a race to rescue Bitsy’s dad from a mysterious villain…Full of unexpected twists, secret organizations and a sparkling of science, this is thrilling fantasy adventure for readers 9+. And don't miss the next books in the series: Magicalia: Thief of Shadows and Magicalia: Storm of Chaos.PRAISE FOR MAGICALIA:“Pokémon-esque creatures and energy abounds in this sensational science-packed fantasy.” LoveReading4Kids“Full of adventure, magic and incredible creatures.” Swapna Haddow, bestselling author of Dave Pigeon“A super-exciting and unputdownable story.” Thomas Taylor, bestselling author of Malamander“Bursting with magic and adventure.” Mini Travellers“An absolute winner.” School Library Journal“Prepare to be swept across the world and into ones you never knew existed…” Read for Good“Hugely inventive.” The Bookseller"Electrifying.” Armadillo Magazine“Spellbinding.” Red Reading Hub“An amazing world of wonders and adventures.” Books Up North“Wonderful … bursts with technicolour.” Jasbinder Bilan, bestselling author of Asha and the Spirit Bird“Scene-stealing monsters both mega and mini.” Kirkus Reviews“Fun, fast and ferociously readable.” Elle McNicoll, bestselling author of A Kind of Spark

Two terrible pirates ... two brilliant detectives! The first book in a hilarious illustrated pirate mystery series for readers 6-9, crammed with puzzles and clues for the reader to solve. Young fans of funny books like Invesitgators and Grimwood and puzzle books like Cluedle and Murdle Junior will love this series!Buck and his loyal rabbit, Ears, are officially the WORSE PIRATES on the Seventy Seas! When they bump into the terrifying CAPTAIN BLOODFANG, she gives them an ultimatum: follow CLUES to find her missing chef, or else be turned into pirate stew!Along with their MISFIT CREW, can Buck and Ears SOLVE THE CASE and save themselves from a horrible fate?Laugh out loud as you spot the clues and try to solve the mystery before pirate detectives Buck and Ears!Praise for Buck & Ears Pirate Detectives:"Buck & Ears is the funniest book of 2026! Hilariously bonkers and full of brilliantly twisty puzzles to solve, this is as fun and as fab as a book can be!" Elle McNicoll, author of A Kind of Spark"Five stars on the seven seas for this brilliant new series." Andy Shepherd, author of The Boy who Grew Dragons"A funny mystery story with perfectly plotted clues and stunning illustrations. The perfect reading for pleasure series.” Mel Taylor-Bessent, author of Race to Imagination Island"Buck & Ears Pirate Detectives invites you to enter a colourful and distinctly smelly world. You just want to pinch your nose and dive right in!" Alasdair Beckett-King, author of Montgomery BonBon: Murder at the Museum"A rollicking read packed with humour and heart. I can’t wait to read Buck & Ears' next adventure!" Rachel Chivers-Khoo, author of The Wishkeeper's Apprentice

A ghost ship is haunting the Seventy Seas in a spinetingling new case for the pirate detectives - spot the clues and don't laugh too hard as you race to uncover the truth behind the ghostly sightings!Buck & Ears are running out of money. They need a new case – fast! When they discover the legendary theatre critic, Mr Gator, frozen stiff in a rowing boat on the Jelly Sea, they set out to discover who's responsible. But Mr Gator has many enemies. Is this down to a disgruntled opera singer … or has the legend of the ghost ship, The Flying Phantom, come true?

JOURNEY INTO A WORLD OF INCREDIBLE CREATURES... The third thrilling adventure in a spectacular science-packed fantasy series from bestseller Jennifer Bell, bursting with incredible magical creatures, dramatic locations and amazing inventions. Fans of Pokémon, Skandar and Impossible Creatures won't be able to put this book down!An incredible new invention can duplicate magicores! But when the device is sabotaged, rogue magicores escape across the globe. Bitsy and Kosh embark on a dangerous quest to hunt them down in an adventure that takes them from the Galápagos islands to the rainforest of Borneo. With the help of their Magicalia handbook, the friends must confront their greatest fears … or watch chaos destroy everything.Don't miss the first two adventures in this incredible series - Magicalia: Race of Wonders and Magicalia: Thief of Shadows.PRAISE FOR THE MAGICALIA SERIES:“Pokémon-esque creatures and energy abounds in this sensational science-packed fantasy.” LoveReading4Kids“Full of adventure, magic and incredible creatures.” Swapna Haddow, bestselling author of Dave Pigeon“A super-exciting and unputdownable story.” Thomas Taylor, bestselling author of Malamander“Bursting with magic and adventure.” Mini Travellers“An absolute winner.” School Library Journal“Prepare to be swept across the world and into ones you never knew existed…” Read for Good“Hugely inventive.” The Bookseller"Electrifying.” Armadillo Magazine“Spellbinding.” Red Reading Hub“An amazing world of wonders and adventures.” Books Up North“Wonderful … bursts with technicolour.” Jasbinder Bilan, bestselling author of Asha and the Spirit Bird“Scene-stealing monsters both mega and mini.” Kirkus Reviews“Fun, fast and ferociously readable.” Elle McNicoll, bestselling author of A Kind of Spark

JOURNEY INTO A WORLD OF INCREDIBLE CREATURES... The third thrilling adventure in a spectacular science-packed fantasy series from bestseller Jennifer Bell, bursting with incredible magical creatures, dramatic locations and amazing inventions. Fans of Pokémon, Skandar and Impossible Creatures won't be able to put this book down!An incredible new invention can duplicate magicores! But when the device is sabotaged, rogue magicores escape across the globe. Bitsy and Kosh embark on a dangerous quest to hunt them down in an adventure that takes them from the Galápagos islands to the rainforest of Borneo. With the help of their Magicalia handbook, the friends must confront their greatest fears … or watch chaos destroy everything.Don't miss the first two adventures in this incredible series - Magicalia: Race of Wonders and Magicalia: Thief of Shadows.PRAISE FOR THE MAGICALIA SERIES:“Pokémon-esque creatures and energy abounds in this sensational science-packed fantasy.” LoveReading4Kids“Full of adventure, magic and incredible creatures.” Swapna Haddow, bestselling author of Dave Pigeon“A super-exciting and unputdownable story.” Thomas Taylor, bestselling author of Malamander“Bursting with magic and adventure.” Mini Travellers“An absolute winner.” School Library Journal“Prepare to be swept across the world and into ones you never knew existed…” Read for Good“Hugely inventive.” The Bookseller"Electrifying.” Armadillo Magazine“Spellbinding.” Red Reading Hub“An amazing world of wonders and adventures.” Books Up North“Wonderful … bursts with technicolour.” Jasbinder Bilan, bestselling author of Asha and the Spirit Bird“Scene-stealing monsters both mega and mini.” Kirkus Reviews“Fun, fast and ferociously readable.” Elle McNicoll, bestselling author of A Kind of Spark

Two terrible pirates ... two brilliant detectives! The first book in a hilarious illustrated pirate mystery series for readers 6-9, crammed with puzzles and clues for the reader to solve. Young fans of funny books like Invesitgators and Grimwood and puzzle books like Cluedle and Murdle Junior will love this series!Buck and his loyal rabbit, Ears, are officially the WORSE PIRATES on the Seventy Seas! When they bump into the terrifying CAPTAIN BLOODFANG, she gives them an ultimatum: follow CLUES to find her missing chef, or else be turned into pirate stew!Along with their MISFIT CREW, can Buck and Ears SOLVE THE CASE and save themselves from a horrible fate?Laugh out loud as you spot the clues and try to solve the mystery before pirate detectives Buck and Ears!Praise for Buck & Ears Pirate Detectives:"Buck & Ears is the funniest book of 2026! Hilariously bonkers and full of brilliantly twisty puzzles to solve, this is as fun and as fab as a book can be!" Elle McNicoll, author of A Kind of Spark"Five stars on the seven seas for this brilliant new series." Andy Shepherd, author of The Boy who Grew Dragons"A funny mystery story with perfectly plotted clues and stunning illustrations. The perfect reading for pleasure series.” Mel Taylor-Bessent, author of Race to Imagination Island"Buck & Ears Pirate Detectives invites you to enter a colourful and distinctly smelly world. You just want to pinch your nose and dive right in!" Alasdair Beckett-King, author of Montgomery BonBon: Murder at the Museum"A rollicking read packed with humour and heart. I can’t wait to read Buck & Ears' next adventure!" Rachel Chivers-Khoo, author of The Wishkeeper's Apprentice