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The legend of Podkin One-Ear continues in this second Five Realms' adventure from the winner of the Blue Peter Best Story Award.'A spellbinding story full of friendship, excitement and magic.' GuardianThe bard tiptoes out of his room, the crow-dream still echoing in his head, making him twitch at imaginary creaks of iron wings . . .The bard must leave Thornbury. It is not safe for him to stay. Rue, his new apprentice, travels with him - keen to learn his trade - and hear the next installment in the legend of Podkin One-Ear . . .Podkin and his fellow rabbits have been sheltering in Dark Hollow after their battle with Scramashank. Paz tends to the rabbits with sleeping sickness; Crom meets with the war council . . . Podkin has nothing to do! Frustrated, Podkin goes exploring and discovers an abandoned underground chamber. Armed with the Gift of Dark Hollow, Podkin learns to moonstride, and Paz is rewarded with a magical gift of her own . . .Kids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, Lovereading4kids'Like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Watership Down' mixed together.' Sam, age 11, Lovereading4kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, Lovereading4kids

From the winner of the Blue Peter Best Story Book Award, the third instalment of Podkin's epic battle against the Gorm.'A spellbinding story full of friendship, excitement and magic.' GuardianThe bard looks up at the three figures . . . Yes,' says the bard. 'They're bonedancers. You don't need to sound quite so excited, though. They have come to kill me.'And so it is that the bard and and his young apprentice Rue are taken to Spinestone, the temple warren of the bonedancers. It is here that the bard is ordered to retell the tale that has got him in so much trouble . . . and so to the next instalment in the astonishing tale of Podkin One-Ear . . .Podkin, Paz and Pook once again find their home under threat, but this time they are ready to fight! Podkin and the others leave for Sparrowfast to ask their uncle for the use of his magic bow. It's the one weapon that could save them all. But as they flee into the forest depths, it seems they have been betrayed . . .'Kieran Larwood's talent and his passion for his wonderful characters leap off every page.' David Long, author of SurvivorsKids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, Lovereading4kids'Like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Watership Down' mixed together.' Sam, age 11, Lovereading4kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, Lovereading4kids

The first in The World of Podkin One-Ear series. A fantastic adventure story perfect for fans of Redwall.'A spellbinding story full of friendship, excitement and magic.' GuardianA thick white blanket covers the wide slopes of the band of hills known as the Razorback Downs . . .Podkin is the son of a warrior chieftain. He knows that one day it will be up to him to lead his warren and guard it in times of danger. But for now, he's quite happy to laze around annoying his older sister Paz, and playing with his baby brother Pook. Then Podkin's home is brutally attacked, and the young rabbits are forced to flee. The terrifying Gorm are on the rampage, and no one and nowhere is safe. With danger all around them, Podkin must protect his family, uncover his destiny, and attempt to defeat the most horrifying enemy rabbitkind has ever known.Kids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, Lovereading4kids'Like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Watership Down' mixed together.' Sam, age 11, Lovereading4kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, Lovereading4kids

The Hobbit is the unforgettable story of Bilbo, a peace-loving hobbit, who embarks on a strange and magical adventure.A timeless classic.Bilbo Baggins enjoys a quiet and contented life, with no desire to travel far from the comforts of home; then one day the wizard Gandalf and a band of dwarves arrive unexpectedly and enlist his services – as a burglar – on a dangerous expedition to raid the treasure-hoard of Smaug the dragon. Bilbo’s life is never to be the same again.Seldom has any book been so widely read and loved as J. R.R. Tolkien’s classic tale, ‘The Hobbit’. Since its first publication in 1937 it has remained in print to delight each new generation of readers all over the world, and its hero, Bilbo Baggins, has taken his place among the ranks of the immortals of fiction.

First in a brand-new fantasy series from acclaimed author Anna James, filled with seasonal magic and irresistible adventure. An instant No.1 New York Times Bestseller. A Waterstones Best Children's Book of the Year ‘A magical world full of wonder!’ Katie Tsang ‘A triumph of imagination and storytelling’ A. F. Steadman ‘Crackling with enchanting magic’ Kieran Larwood In Whetherwhy, everyone has magic inside them – grown from the changing seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter. But a rare few are Enchanters: people born with magic in their bones, who can wield all four seasons of magic.When Juniper discovers she is an Enchanter, she is invited to study at Thistledown Academy. Unwilling to be left behind, her twin brother, Rafferty, follows her to the capital city of Stormgrove and takes up an apprenticeship at a bookbindery.As Juniper learns to wield enchantment, Rafferty becomes involved with a mysterious secret society that meets after dark. Monsters are creeping out of the shadows and dangers lurk in unexpected places. Amid night markets and magic lessons, the twins realise there is more to enchantment than they ever imagined – and the adventure that follows brings their paths together again in ways they could never have expected …

First in a brand-new fantasy series from acclaimed author Anna James, filled with seasonal magic and irresistible adventure. An instant No.1 New York Times Bestseller. A Waterstones Best Children's Book of the Year ‘A magical world full of wonder!’ Katie Tsang ‘A triumph of imagination and storytelling’ A. F. Steadman ‘Crackling with enchanting magic’ Kieran Larwood In Whetherwhy, everyone has magic inside them – grown from the changing seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter. But a rare few are Enchanters: people born with magic in their bones, who can wield all four seasons of magic.When Juniper discovers she is an Enchanter, she is invited to study at Thistledown Academy. Unwilling to be left behind, her twin brother, Rafferty, follows her to the capital city of Stormgrove and takes up an apprenticeship at a bookbindery.As Juniper learns to wield enchantment, Rafferty becomes involved with a mysterious secret society that meets after dark. Monsters are creeping out of the shadows and dangers lurk in unexpected places. Amid night markets and magic lessons, the twins realise there is more to enchantment than they ever imagined – and the adventure that follows brings their paths together again in ways they could never have expected …

From the best-loved author of Pages & Co comes the thrilling second book in the Chronicles of Whetherwhy series – a magical quest to the very edges of Whetherwhy At the magical Circus Astra, Elio helps his father look after Tangles – miniature tigers, mice with butterfly wings and a peacock made of ice crystals. Always on the move, the circus puts on incredible performances across the land of Whetherwhy under the stern eye of their ringleader Stella.But after the arrival of mysterious visitors to one of their performances, Elio discovers that he has something the queen of Whetherwhy wants, something she will stop at nothing to get. Elio must leave the circus behind and team up with some unexpected friends, on a journey that will take him to the very edges of the map … and to discoveries that will change everything: for himself, and for all of Whetherwhy.

From the best-loved author of Pages & Co comes the thrilling second book in the Chronicles of Whetherwhy series – a magical quest to the very edges of Whetherwhy At the magical Circus Astra, Elio helps his father look after Tangles – miniature tigers, mice with butterfly wings and a peacock made of ice crystals. Always on the move, the circus puts on incredible performances across the land of Whetherwhy under the stern eye of their ringleader Stella.But after the arrival of mysterious visitors to one of their performances, Elio discovers that he has something the queen of Whetherwhy wants, something she will stop at nothing to get. Elio must leave the circus behind and team up with some unexpected friends, on a journey that will take him to the very edges of the map … and to discoveries that will change everything: for himself, and for all of Whetherwhy.

From the best-loved author of Pages & Co comes the thrilling third book in the Chronicles of Whetherwhy series. Twelve-year-old Aurora Green, known as Rory, enjoys a quiet life with her family on a small farm on the outskirts of Saltgate – until she discovers an ability to see through powerful enchantments, and finds herself at the heart of a brewing rebellion, thrust into a world of magic and danger.Her discovery takes her to Downalong Cottage, a safe haven for young enchanters, and the heart of the rebellion. There she meets Beckett Gray, nephew of the renowned enchanter Juniper Quinn – and as Rory begins to learn about her newfound powers, and the Queen's Inspectors tighten their grip on Whetherwhy, the two children navigate the secrets of a hidden resistance which works to protect the island's ancient magic, and are forced to embark on a daring adventure to protect a new ally…

The young rabbit Podkin One-Ear and his allies battleto save their land from the evil Gorm tribe. The Longburrow series is Middle-earth for middle graders!

From bestselling author and winner of the Blue Peter Best Story Book Award, Uki and the Outcasts is the first in a new trilogy set in the world of Podkin One-Ear.'A spellbinding story full of friendship, excitement and magic.' Guardian'EXCELLENT,' says the bard. 'It's probably a good idea for you to know about him.''Wait . . . him? Who's him?' said Rue.'Uki,' says the bard. 'Uki Patchwork. The Magpie Demon. Uki of the Two Furs.'From the Ice Wastes beyond the Cinder Wall emerges an unlikely hero. Rejected by his village and left to die, young Uki is given life and unique powers by a long-buried spirit from the time of the Ancients . . . and a life or death mission.Joined by two other outcasts - a trained assassin who refuses to kill people and a very short rabbit who rides the fastest jerboa on the plains - Uki must capture Valkus, the Spirit of War, before rabbitkind destroys itself in conflict.A thrilling new book set in the Five Realms of Podkin One-Ear.'Storytelling perfection.' Sophie Anderson'One of my sons very favourite authors.' Romesh Ranganathan'Superb.' Max PorterKids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, Lovereading4kids'Like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Watership Down' mixed together.' Sam, age 11, Lovereading4kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, Lovereading4kids

From bestselling author and winner of the Blue Peter Best Story Book Award, Uki and the Swamp Spirit is the fifth title set in the world of Podkin One-Ear.'A spellbinding story full of friendship, excitement and magic.' GuardianUki had the sensation of a sickly green light, spreading out through the networks of water. Of tendrils connecting all the creatures of the marsh in a web . . . Linking itself so it could poison it all and destroy it.Uki and his friends have two more spirits to find and capture. After defeating Valkus, they make for Clarice, who is spreading disease through the swamps. Can Uki and his friends outwit him - all whilst they themselves are being chased by the Endwatch and Jori's clan of assassins?'Storytelling perfection.' Sophie Anderson'One of my sons very favourite authors.' Romesh Ranganathan'Superb.' Max Porter'It's jolly good fun ... expect sequels to breed like... well, rabbits.' SFXKids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, Lovereading4kids'Like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Watership Down' mixed together.' Sam, age 11, Lovereading4kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, Lovereading4kids

From bestselling author and winner of the Blue Peter Book Award, this is the sixth adventure set in the world of Podkin One-Ear.'A spellbinding story full of friendship, excitement and magic.' Guardian'Why are you worried? You have us beside you! We've captured three spirits already. We've beaten Endwatchers, two clans, snakes, plagues and a whole ocean of disgusting maggots.'After capturing Charice, there is only one spirit left for Uki to find: Mortix, the most dangerous of all. With his friends Jori, Cole and Kree, Uki heads to Eisenfell - the greatest city in Hulstland - only to find that Mortix has taken control of Emperor Ash and is plotting to conquer the whole Five Realms with her terrifying army.Uki must dodge the Endwatch, the Shrikes, Clan Septys and the guards and find a way to complete his quest before all is lost.'Storytelling perfection.' Sophie Anderson'Pure magic.' Abi Elphinstone'Superb.' Max PorterKids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, Lovereading4kids'Like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Watership Down' mixed together.' Sam, age 11, Lovereading4kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, Lovereading4kids

From bestselling author and winner of the Blue Peter Book Award, this is the sixth adventure set in the world of Podkin One-Ear.'A spellbinding story full of friendship, excitement and magic.' Guardian'Why are you worried? You have us beside you! We've captured three spirits already. We've beaten Endwatchers, two clans, snakes, plagues and a whole ocean of disgusting maggots.'After capturing Charice, there is only one spirit left for Uki to find: Mortix, the most dangerous of all. With his friends Jori, Cole and Kree, Uki heads to Eisenfell - the greatest city in Hulstland - only to find that Mortix has taken control of Emperor Ash and is plotting to conquer the whole Five Realms with her terrifying army.Uki must dodge the Endwatch, the Shrikes, Clan Septys and the guards and find a way to complete his quest before all is lost.'Storytelling perfection.' Sophie Anderson'Pure magic.' Abi Elphinstone'Superb.' Max PorterKids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, Lovereading4kids'Like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Watership Down' mixed together.' Sam, age 11, Lovereading4kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, Lovereading4kids

From the bestselling author and winner of the Blue Peter Book Award, this is the seventh incredible adventure set in the world of Podkin One-Ear.'A spellbinding story full of friendship, excitement and magic.' GuardianPodkin is now Keeper of the Gifts - which is a tremendously important job and just a tiny bit boring. It doesn't help that there are still three gifts missing - Podkin can't stop himself from thinking about that. So when the Godseye Mirror begins to shimmer and shift revealing a motley crew of travellers is approaching, Podkin sees it as a sign that his world is about to be upended all over again . . .It's not long before Podkin and Uki finally meet - united in their hatred for the world of Scramashank, they have much in common. But what will these young warriors make of each other, and can they work together to unite the forces of good against terrible evil?Exquisitely illustrated with full page artwork by leading fantasy illustrator, David Wyatt.'Storytelling perfection.' Sophie Anderson'Pure magic.' Abi Elphinstone'Superb.' Max PorterKids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, Lovereading4kids'Like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Watership Down' mixed together.' Sam, age 11, Lovereading4kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, Lovereading4kids

From the bestselling author and winner of the Blue Peter Book Award, this is the seventh incredible adventure set in the world of Podkin One-Ear.'A spellbinding story full of friendship, excitement and magic.' GuardianPodkin is now Keeper of the Gifts - which is a tremendously important job and just a tiny bit boring. It doesn't help that there are still three gifts missing - Podkin can't stop himself from thinking about that. So when the Godseye Mirror begins to shimmer and shift revealing a motley crew of travellers is approaching, Podkin sees it as a sign that his world is about to be upended all over again . . .It's not long before Podkin and Uki finally meet - united in their hatred for the world of Scramashank, they have much in common. But what will these young warriors make of each other, and can they work together to unite the forces of good against terrible evil?Exquisitely illustrated with full page artwork by leading fantasy illustrator, David Wyatt.'Storytelling perfection.' Sophie Anderson'Pure magic.' Abi Elphinstone'Superb.' Max PorterKids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, Lovereading4kids'Like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Watership Down' mixed together.' Sam, age 11, Lovereading4kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, Lovereading4kids

The bravest, smallest rabbit the world has ever known! Podkin One-Ear is back in the eighth book of this epic series, in a race against time to find a magical anvil.'Spellbinding.' GuardianAfter claiming the Singing Spear, Podkin heads to the sea to search out the last gift of all - the anvil of Magmarok - which is hidden inside a mysterious labyrinth. He must brave Ancient sea monsters and pirates to arrive at the city that houses the anvil before Scramashank and his Gorm. But what will it take to defeat the labyrinth and win the anvil? And what will happen when the Gifts finally gather in one place?Another rip-roaring adventure, exquisitely illustrated with full page artwork from the leading fantasy illustrator of our age, David Wyatt.Praise for the series:'Larwood is forging a new path in classic tales.' Kiran Millwood Hargrave'Storytelling perfection.' Sophie Anderson'Pure magic.' Abi ElphinstoneKids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, Lovereading4kids'Like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Watership Down' mixed together.' Sam, age 11, Lovereading4kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, Lovereading4kids

The bravest, smallest rabbit the world has ever known! Podkin One-Ear is back in the eighth book of this epic series, in a race against time to find a magical anvil.'Spellbinding.' GuardianAfter claiming the Singing Spear, Podkin heads to the sea to search out the last gift of all - the anvil of Magmarok - which is hidden inside a mysterious labyrinth. He must brave Ancient sea monsters and pirates to arrive at the city that houses the anvil before Scramashank and his Gorm. But what will it take to defeat the labyrinth and win the anvil? And what will happen when the Gifts finally gather in one place?Another rip-roaring adventure, exquisitely illustrated with full page artwork from the leading fantasy illustrator of our age, David Wyatt.Praise for the series:'Larwood is forging a new path in classic tales.' Kiran Millwood Hargrave'Storytelling perfection.' Sophie Anderson'Pure magic.' Abi ElphinstoneKids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, Lovereading4kids'Like 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Watership Down' mixed together.' Sam, age 11, Lovereading4kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, Lovereading4kids

The astonishing finale to a prize-winning nine book series that sits alongside Redwall, Warriors and Tolkien.Podkin and his friends have managed to find every gift from the Goddess . . . Bringing them together, the gifts melt and morph before their eyes, transforming into a suit of armour - that will only fit a rabbit with one ear!Podkin and Uki have proven more than once that little rabbits can do great things. They must call together all the armies of the Five Realms - across every tribe and species, the forest wardens, packs of wolves, the warring rabbit tribes, the bone dancers.With the fate of all of rabbitkind hanging in the balance, can they vanquish the Gorm once and for all?Praise for the series:'Larwood is forging a new path in classic tales.' Kiran Millwood Hargrave'Storytelling perfection.' Sophie Anderson'Pure magic.' Abi ElphinstoneKids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, LoveReading4Kids'Like The Lord of the Rings and Watership Down mixed together.' Sam, age 11, LoveReading4Kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, LoveReading4Kids

The astonishing finale to a prize-winning nine book series that sits alongside Redwall, Warriors and Tolkien.Podkin and his friends have managed to find every gift from the Goddess . . . Bringing them together, the gifts melt and morph before their eyes, transforming into a suit of armour - that will only fit a rabbit with one ear!Podkin and Uki have proven more than once that little rabbits can do great things. They must call together all the armies of the Five Realms - across every tribe and species, the forest wardens, packs of wolves, the warring rabbit tribes, the bone dancers.With the fate of all of rabbitkind hanging in the balance, can they vanquish the Gorm once and for all?Praise for the series:'Larwood is forging a new path in classic tales.' Kiran Millwood Hargrave'Storytelling perfection.' Sophie Anderson'Pure magic.' Abi ElphinstoneKids love Podkin:'One of the best books I have ever read.' Cally, age 10, LoveReading4Kids'Like The Lord of the Rings and Watership Down mixed together.' Sam, age 11, LoveReading4Kids'An adventure that keeps you wanting to read on and on into the night.' Alex, age 10, LoveReading4Kids

Skin of bark, soul of a hero . . . an astonishing adventure from the bestselling author of The World of Podkin One-Ear.Albion city is governed by a puppet queen, secretly controlled by Lord Cromwell, and strange magic is afoot as six Guilds all compete to rule it. Although the Leaf Guild is the weakest, no one has reckoned with newcomer Jed Greenleaf's extraordinary ability to transform into a half-tree, covered over with bark . . . he just needs to learn how to harness that power.Could he be the hero that the Guild needs to win at the Punchbowl tournament? It just might be that this year Jed can turn over a new leaf in the history books, and bring glory to the decaying Guild and peace to Albion . . .Beautifully illustrated with full page artwork by leading fantasy illustrator David Wyatt.

'This thrilling adventure has it all! A huge heart, a fantastic plot and an irresistible superhero. I was swept away into Jed Greenleaf's world of magical oak forests, dastardly villains and sparkling dryads. I adored it!' Jasbinder BilanSkin of bark, soul of a hero . . . an astonishing adventure from the bestselling author of The World of Podkin One-Ear.Albion city is governed by a puppet queen, secretly controlled by Lord Cromwell, and strange magic is afoot as six Guilds all compete to rule it. Although the Leaf Guild is the weakest, no one has reckoned with newcomer Jed Greenleaf's extraordinary ability to transform into a half-tree, covered over with bark . . . he just needs to learn how to harness that power.Could he be the hero that the Guild needs to win at the Punchbowl tournament? It just might be that this year Jed can turn over a new leaf in the history books, and bring glory to the decaying Guild and peace to Albion . . .Beautifully illustrated with full page artwork by leading fantasy illustrator David Wyatt.'Yet another page-turner. Kieran Larwood never disappoints and his fans will be queuing up the street to get their hands on this epic adventure.' David Long

The deluxe edition of Podkin, Paz and Pook's first adventure to celebrate the tenth anniversary of The World of Podkin One-Ear series!* With a brand new short story, stunning map endpapers, a foiled under-jacket design and exclusive content from Kieran Larwood's world-building notebooks. *A thick white blanket covers the wide slopes of the band of hills known as the Razorback Downs . . .Podkin is the son of a warrior chieftain. He knows that one day it will be up to him to lead his warren and guard it in times of danger. But for now, he's quite happy to laze around annoying his older sister Paz, and playing with his baby brother Pook. Then Podkin's home is brutally attacked, and the young rabbits are forced to flee. The terrifying Gorm are on the rampage, and no one and nowhere is safe. With danger all around them, Podkin must protect his family, uncover his destiny, and attempt to defeat the most horrifying enemy rabbitkind has ever known.

An instant #1 New York Times bestseller! A brand new magical fantasy series from bestselling author Anna James, filled with seasonal magic and exciting adventure, starring twins Juniper and Rafferty as they brave their new magical abilities, grown from the changing seasons. Perfect for fans of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, Impossible Creatures, and Greenwild!In Whetherwhy, everyone has magic inside them–grown from the changing seasons of spring, summer, autumn, and winter. But a rare few are Enchanters: people born with magic in their bones, who can wield all four seasons of magic.When Juniper discovers she is an Enchanter, she must leave behind everything she knows to begin studying at the Thistledown Academy. And when her twin brother, Rafferty, begins an apprenticeship at a nearby bookbinder to be close to her, he too has adventures of his own.As Juniper learns how to wield enchantment and hone her magic, Rafferty becomes involved with a mysterious secret society that meets after dark. Monsters are creeping out of the shadows and dangers lurk in unexpected places. Amid night markets and magic lessons, the twins realize there is more to enchantment than they ever imagined. And when dangerous monsters attack, the adventure that follows brings Juniper's and Rafferty's paths together again in ways they could never have expected . . .Praise for Chronicles of Whetherwhy: the Age of Enchantment:"Fans of the magic school genre will enjoy this series opener." --Kirkus reviews"An enchanting exploration of a new magical world anchored in family and friendship." --Booklist"An enthralling adventure shining with enchantment."--Pari Thomson, author of Greenwild“A tale brimming with magic and mystery . . . Sings out an exuberant celebration of the power of nature and the magic in all of us."–TAMZIN MERCHANT, author of The Hatmakers“A magical world full of wonder. An irresistible tale that will leave readers of all ages enchanted and entranced."–KATIE TSANG, author of Dragon Mountain

Book two in the series that is Redwall meets Watership Down continues the stirring adventure of the young rabbit Podkin One-Ear as he battles to save his land from the evil Gorm tribe. The Longburrow series is Middle Earth for middle graders!