David Tazzyman – illustratör

'Brilliantly funny' - Abi Elphinstone_______________A cheetah in charge of a camper van? Rhinos rampaging round the campsite? Meerkats playing minigolf? This riotous book features all sorts of crazy creatures that you would definitely NOT want to take on your holiday!Imagine playing minigolf with meerkats or building a sandcastle with an armadillo! And don’t even think about eating candyfloss when there's an albatross about!Jam-packed with crazy creatures, this brilliant new book from the creators of You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus is riotous, laugh-out-loud fun!_______________Don't miss out on the other hilarious books in this series: You Can’t Take an Elephant on the Bus, You Can't Let an Elephant Drive a Digger, You Can't Call an Elephant in an Emergency, and You Can't Let an Elephant Drive a Racing Car. Collect them all!

Herr Grums är en riktig plåga som hatar barn, djur, nöjen och kokta majskolvar. Den här boken handlar enbart om honom. Och om en ilsken älva som bor i hans badkar, och en liten flicka som heter Polly och en elak slaktare som älskar att smida otäcka planer tillsammans med herr Grums. Och om hjältedåd, äventyr, godis och hunden Jack, som Polly måste rädda från ett fruktansvärt öde ... DU ÄR EN GRÄSLIG MAN, HERR GRUMS! har nominerats till en mängd priser och belönats med bland annat "Blue Peter Book Award" och "Red House Children's Book Award". Förra året vann författaren Andy Stanton även "Roald Dahl Funny Prize". Recensionsutdrag: "... skriven i sann knashumoranda med nonsensformuleringar och överraskande tvära kast. Monty Python möter Roald Dahl!" Karin Markowski, BTJ

Herr Grums är i farten igen, och nu har han begett sig upp på Trollberget för att kläcka sin nya, otäcka plan. Polly och den vise gamle Fredag måste ta sig förbi häxor och troll och slåss mot ondskans allra mörkaste krafter för att ha en chans att besegra herr Grums och rädda sin stad från ett fruktansvärt öde ... Den tredje delen i serien om herr Grums, som har nominerats till en mängd priser och belönats med bland annat Roald Dahl Funny Prize.  »Det här är Monty Python för barn - det är helt enkelt gräsligt roligt.« Svenska Dagbladet om Du är en gräslig man, herr Grums!

Det vilar en förbannelse över den lilla staden Stora Pimplarby, och naturligtvis är den gräslige herr Grums och hans kumpan Wille Wilhelm inblandade på något lömskt vis. Men som tur är har hjältarna Polly och Fredag beslutat sig för att lägga näsan i blöt, allt för att sätta stopp för herr Grums och rädda staden. De hejdlöst roliga böckerna om herr Grums har nominerats till en mängd priser och belönats med bland annat Roald Dahl Funny Prize. "Det här är Monty Python för barn ... det är helt enkelt gräsligt roligt." Svenska Dagbladet om Du är en gräslig man, herr Grums!

Herr Grums har fått en ny favoriträtt - härsken kebab i grå sås! Men alla är inte glada över herr Grums nya matvanor och Stora Pimplarby hotas av krig. Kan Polly och hennes vänner rädda staden? Och kommer herr Grums någonsin att bli mätt? Sjätte delen i den fantasifulla och humoristiska serien om herr Grums, mannen som hatar barn, djur, nöjen, kokta majskolvar och allt som är gott och vackert. Serien har nominerats till en mängd priser och belönats med bland annat Roald Dahl Funny Prize. "Det här är Monty Python för barn ... det är helt enkelt gräsligt roligt." Svenska Dagbladet om Du är en gräslig man, herr Grums!

“An outstanding debut. Funny and surprising” The Times Best Books for Children 2021 Perfect for all readers from 7 to 70, Einstein the Penguin introduces an unforgettable new character in a future-classic and fantastically funny debut for all the family to enjoy. Get ready to welcome the most extraordinary penguin into your own home… When the Stewarts spend a sunny, frosty December day at London Zoo, they’re enchanted by one small penguin. At the delight of young Imogen and Arthur, Mrs Stewart insists the penguin “must come and stay with them whenever he likes.”But not one Stewart expects the penguin to turn up at their door that evening, rucksack labelled “Einstein” on his back…The family’s new feathered friend helps Arthur to come out of his shell and makes massive demands on Imogen’s amateur sleuthing. But together they must find out why Einstein came to them and they must keep away from the mysterious white-coat man.And Einstein can’t stay forever, can he…? From stunning new writing talent Iona Rangeley, and illustrated with wit and brio by the award-winning David Tazzyman, this is a book that will be treasured for years to come.

“An outstanding debut. Funny and surprising” The Times Best Books for Children 2021 When the Stewarts spend a sunny, frosty December day at London Zoo, they’re enchanted by one small penguin. At the delight of young Imogen and Arthur, Mrs Stewart insists the penguin “must come and stay with them whenever he likes.”But not one Stewart expects the penguin to turn up at their door that evening, rucksack labelled “Einstein” on his back…The family’s new feathered friend helps Arthur to come out of his shell and makes massive demands on Imogen’s amateur sleuthing. But together they must find out why Einstein came to them and they must keep away from the mysterious white-coat man.And Einstein can’t stay forever, can he…? From stunning new writing talent Iona Rangeley, and illustrated with wit and brio by the award-winning David Tazzyman, this is a book that will be treasured for years to come.

An unforgettable friend gets into trouble in this warm and fantastically funny sequel to the bestselling debut Einstein the Penguin. Imogen and Arthur have been missing their friend, the penguin, Einstein, since he went back to Australia. So when an opportunity for him to return arises, they jump at the chance.But then Einstein and his friend Isaac are kidnapped. It’s time to turn detective again . . . ‘A delightful series’ The Bookseller

An unforgettable friend returns in this warm and fantastically funny sequel to the bestselling debut Einstein the Penguin. Imogen and Arthur have been missing their friend, the penguin, Einstein, since he went back to Australia. So when an opportunity for him to return arises, they jump at the chance.But then Einstein and his friend Isaac are kidnapped. It’s time to turn detective again… ‘A delightful series’ The Bookseller

Einstein the penguin is back in this future-classic and fantastically funny story for all the family to enjoy. Get ready to welcome the most extraordinary penguin back into your own home. Imogen has been taking a step back from penguin activities since she started her new school, leaving her brother, Arthur, in charge of visiting their feathered friends. But when penguins start to go missing from the wild, she knows she has to spring into action. Could old adversaries be behind the random disappearances? With the help of their old friend, Einstein, it’s time for Imogen and Arthur to turn detective again . . . ‘A delightful series’ The Bookseller

Einstein the penguin is back in this future-classic and fantastically funny story for all the family to enjoy. Get ready to welcome the most extraordinary penguin back into your own home. Imogen has been taking a step back from penguin activities since she started her new school, leaving her brother, Arthur, in charge of visiting their feathered friends. But when penguins start to go missing from the wild, she knows she has to spring into action. Could old adversaries be behind the random disappearances? With the help of their old friend, Einstein, it’s time for Imogen and Arthur to turn detective again . . . ‘A delightful series’ The Bookseller

A thrilling, mysterious and very, very funny new adventure from the award-winning author of EINSTEIN THE PENGUIN, with brilliant illustrations from bestseller David Tazzyman. Cecily Sawyer has spent the evening in the attic, training her pet mouse, Mrs Maple-Syrup – an unusually intelligent mouse, in Cecily’s opinion – when her parents disappear.Luckily, Cecily is more than ready to investigate such a thing. She has wanted to be a spy her whole life, and has all the spy handbooks, manuals and code-cracking kits a girl could need.But soon, Cecily discovers several very strange things in her city. She’s not the only spy out there – far from it, in fact. And Mrs Maple-Syrup is not the only unusually intelligent mouse…

A thrilling, mysterious and very, very funny new adventure from the award-winning author of EINSTEIN THE PENGUIN, with brilliant illustrations from bestseller David Tazzyman. Cecily Sawyer has spent the evening in the attic, training her pet mouse, Mrs Maple Syrup – an unusually intelligent mouse, in Cecily’s opinion – when her parents disappear.Luckily, Cecily is more than ready to investigate such a thing. She has wanted to be a spy her whole life, and has all the spy handbooks, manuals and code-cracking kits a girl could need.But soon, Cecily discovers several very strange things in her city. She’s not the only spy out there – far from it, in fact. And Mrs Maple Syrup is not the only unusually intelligent mouse…

The second thrilling, mysterious and very, very funny CECILY SAWYER mystery, from the award-winning author of EINSTEIN THE PENGUIN.​Cecily Sawyer is surrounded by spies. They’re everywhere – on the streets, in her home, at her school – and after intercepting a highly suspicious message intended for her parents (also spies), Cecily, along with her highly-intelligent pet mouse, Mrs Maple Syrup, decides to investigate.​And the more that Cecily digs, the further the mystery deepens … forcing her to question who – if anyone – she can really trust.Hugely gripping, incredibly funny, and highly original, and brilliantly illustrated throughout by David Tazzyman, How to Crack a Code is an unputdownable mystery – perfect for fans of Robin Stevens and Katherine Woodfine. Also available in the series: Cecily Sawyer: How to be a Spy Praise for Cecily Sawyer: How to be a Spy: 'With so many undercover agents vying for attention, the choice can seem daunting – but Cecily Sawyer: How to Be a Spy, a delightful new adventure by Iona Rangeley, shows the detective formula working at its best … Rangeley is a witty, beguiling writer – and what follows is a neatly plotted adventure, in which each clue forms part of a puzzle which the reader can piece together as the narrative rips along.' – The Telegraph 'Whip smart, absolutely hilarious and full of charm.' – Laura Noakes, author of Cosima Unfortunate Steals a Star 'A fabulous book' – Zohra Nabi, author of The Kingdom over the Sea 'A charming and elegant corrective to the notion that 10 year-old girls and mice have no role to play in espionage.' – Luke Jennings, author of Killing Eve 'I firmly recommend this book. A very good start for those who want to join the profession or who just want a good read.' – Sir John Scarlett, former Chief of MI6 (really)

The second thrilling, mysterious and very, very funny CECILY SAWYER mystery, from the award-winning author of EINSTEIN THE PENGUIN.​Cecily Sawyer is surrounded by spies. They’re everywhere – on the streets, in her home, at her school – and after intercepting a highly suspicious message intended for her parents (also spies), Cecily, along with her highly-intelligent pet mouse, Mrs Maple Syrup, decides to investigate.​And the more that Cecily digs, the further the mystery deepens … forcing her to question who – if anyone – she can really trust.Hugely gripping, incredibly funny, and highly original, and brilliantly illustrated throughout by David Tazzyman, How to Crack a Code is an unputdownable mystery – perfect for fans of Robin Stevens and Katherine Woodfine. Also available in the series: Cecily Sawyer: How to be a Spy Praise for Cecily Sawyer: How to be a Spy: 'With so many undercover agents vying for attention, the choice can seem daunting – but Cecily Sawyer: How to Be a Spy, a delightful new adventure by Iona Rangeley, shows the detective formula working at its best … Rangeley is a witty, beguiling writer – and what follows is a neatly plotted adventure, in which each clue forms part of a puzzle which the reader can piece together as the narrative rips along.' – The Telegraph 'Whip smart, absolutely hilarious and full of charm.' – Laura Noakes, author of Cosima Unfortunate Steals a Star 'A fabulous book' – Zohra Nabi, author of The Kingdom over the Sea 'A charming and elegant corrective to the notion that 10 year-old girls and mice have no role to play in espionage.' – Luke Jennings, author of Killing Eve 'I firmly recommend this book. A very good start for those who want to join the profession or who just want a good read.' – Sir John Scarlett, former Chief of MI6 (really)

Shabba me whiskers! MR GUM is 20 years old (and some). And he’s NOT happy about it. But everyone else is – and this brand new look edition is bursting out the nostrils with fun and original extras from the Mr Gum world. It's one of those Mr Gum books by Andy Stanton! They're only the craziest, funnest most amazing books for children in the world. Step once more into Lamonic Bibber my friends – if you dare.In the dead of night, when all the stars are sleeping and the moon's nipped off for a coffee, something dark and sinister stalks the streets of Lamonic Bibber. As a fog rolls in from the sea, carrying with it the unmistakeable whiff of pancakes and utter dread, an unearthly howl echoes through the cold midnight air. But who – or what – is at work here?Shabba me suspense-filled whiskers, this one will require some serious detective work!Andy Stanton's internationally best-selling series has won everything from the Blue Peter Book Award (twice) the Roald Dahl Funny Prize and the Red House Children's Book Award.Have you collected all the well brilliant Mr Gum series? You're a Bad Man, Mr Gum Mr Gum and the Biscuit Billionaire Mr Gum and the Goblins Mr Gum and the Power Crystals Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear What's for Dinner, Mr Gum? Mr Gum and the Cherry Tree Mr Gum and the Secret Hideout Mr Gum in ‘The Hound of Lamonic Bibber’

Winner of the Great Kerfuffle Best Book of Last TuesdayHey you! No, not you - the person behind you. No, not him either. Left a bit, left a bit more . . . You! Oh for goodness sake . . . never mind . . .Dear Everyone (including you!)!Welcome to the world of Great Kerfuffle!It's really great. And there's usually a kerfuffle (the clue's in the name really). Come and join our intrepid heroes Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face as they set off on a highly dangerous and nail-biting adventure (or it may just be very silly and mildly perilous!). Oh, and there might be a few dodgy badgers hanging about too . . .Meet the funniest collection of characters ever known to mankind in this stupendously hilarious book that will make you laugh your socks off, and quite possibly your ears too.

Winner of the Great Kerfuffle Best Book of Last Tuesday Hey you! No, not you - the person behind you. No, not him either. Left a bit, left a bit more . . . You! Oh for goodness sake . . . never mind . . . Dear Everyone (including you!)! Welcome to the world of Great Kerfuffle! It''s really great. And there''s usually a kerfuffle (the clue''s in the name really). Come and join our intrepid heroes Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face as they set off on a highly dangerous and nail-biting adventure (or it may just be very silly and mildly perilous!). Oh, and there might be a few dodgy badgers hanging about too . . . Meet the funniest collection of characters ever known to mankind in this stupendously hilarious book that will make you laugh your socks off, and quite possibly your ears too.

Psst! Psst! Psssssst!!! OI, YOU!! Do you want to know a secret? Well? Do you? It's a good one . . . honest. You'll never believe it. It's so unbelievably unbelievable and soooooo secret. You have to promise not to tell ANYONE. Well? Do you? Cross your heart and hope to die (or at least pass out for a few minutes). OK . . . here goes. You know those badgers? You'll never guess what they've been up to this time . . .With more twists and turns than a pizza delivery guy on an oil slick, this amazing adventure will leave you hungry for more (pizza) . . .

Psst! Psst! Psssssst!!! OI, YOU!! Do you want to know a secret? Well? Do you? It''s a good one . . . honest. You''ll never believe it. It''s so unbelievably unbelievable and soooooo secret. You have to promise not to tell ANYONE. Well? Do you? Cross your heart and hope to die (or at least pass out for a few minutes). OK . . . here goes. You know those badgers? You''ll never guess what they''ve been up to this time . . . With more twists and turns than a pizza delivery guy on an oil slick, this amazing adventure will leave you hungry for more (pizza) . . .

Everything changes for Joey when his crazy, long-lost dad returns home after a lucky lottery win. Now they're rich, Carter Pigza truly believes that his family can start a whole new life and that means embarking on a brand new career running a busy diner - and changing their family name from Pigza to Heinz. Can Joey handle becoming Freddy? And how does he really feel about the fact that he's going to become a big brother?

Joey is a good kid, maybe even a great kid, but his teachers never know what he's going to do next. He sharpens his finger in the pencil-sharpener and swallows his house key. He can't sit still for more than a minute - Joey is buzzing! Told from Joey's own unique viewpoint by acclaimed American author Jack Gantos, this is an exceptionally funny and touching story about a boy with severe attention deficit disorder (ADD).

From the Carnegie Medal 2020 winning author of Lark comes The Donut Diaries, a British Diary of a Wimpy Kid, featuring Dermot, an overweight eleven-year-old. Hilariously funny and insightful.Dermot Milligan's got problems. He's overweight and hooked on donuts. He has a pushy, over-achieving mother, and a father who spends all his time hiding in the loo. His sisters, Ruby and Ella (known as Rubella) attack him relentlessly from the opposite directions of Chav and Goth. And now, he's being sent to a nutritionist, Doctor Morlock, who looks like a Dementor from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. This diary is Doc Morlock's idea. Not only does Dermot have to write down how many donuts he eats, but also - and this is the really rubbish part - he has to talk about HIS FEELINGS! But things are about to get even worse - he's being separated from his friends and sent to St Michael's, a posh school where he just knows he's going to stick out like a sore thumb. A sore thumb with a weight problem . . .

From the Carnegie Medal 2020 winning author of Lark comes The Donut Diaries.Dermot Milligan's got problems. He's overweight, and hooked on donuts. His mother has booked him in to see Dr Morlock, a nutritionist who looks like a Dementor. The diary is Dr Morlock's idea. Not only does Dermot have to write down how many donuts he eats, but also - and this is the really rubbish part - HIS FEELINGS!This is Dermot's second hilarious adventure, featuring his battles against the bullies, and hardest of all, his beloved donuts. After one term at St Michaels, Dermot thinks things can't sink any lower. All his classmates call him Donut, his insane PE teacher Mr Fricker despises him, the evil Floppy-Haired kid is out to get him... and now someone seems to be, er, going to the toilet in inappropriate places around the school. The Head calls in the services of internationally famous poo expert Dr Morlock to help track down the culprit - and somehow the finger of suspicion is pointed at Dermot. Can he turn detective and find out who's behind the poo - before his reputation is ruined forever?

From the Carnegie Medal 2020 winning author of Lark comes The Donut Diaries.Dermot Milligan loves donuts. His nickname at school is Donut. But he knows he needs to lose some weight, so now he's made a promise to stop eating them. And to make sure he keeps that promise, his mum is sending him to the dreaded Camp Fatso during the summer holidays. When he arrives, Dermot realises the camp is even more horrible than he had imagined. Fed on a diet of gruel and carrots under the strict control of evil Boss Skinner and his paintball-gun-yielding guards, Dermot and his friends are desperate to escape. So together, they hatch a cunning plan . . .

She says 'I've worked so hard for years and I deserve a rest!'As she scribbles with crayons and pours custard down her dress,She's dangling from the banister with her head upside-down!Does your Mum do this?Help! My Mum's growing DOWN!Mum is a gamer, a party animal and a free spirit making life hard work for her nine year old son. These poems are a glimpse into their parent child relationship; their antics and adventures. The poems are bold, brave, funny and some - very moving. This collection shows just how funny, rude and naughty mums can be! It's Dahl meets Dr Seuss meets Colin McNaughton with a sprinkling of Absolutely Fabulous.

We went to the seaside, Mum, Pip and me.  To play in the sand dunes and splash in the sea,  We’d have SO MUCH fun, I had it all planned!  As soon as we got there . . . I RAN FOR THE SAND!  But one little girl gets SO MUCH MORE than she bargained for after her day out at the beach – with the most hilarious consequences!   From superstar fiction author Michelle Harrison and bestselling illustrator David Tazzyman comes the first book in a laugh-out-loud series set to become a family favourite.