Storyteller

 Storyteller The many lives of Laurens van der Post  - 2001 - 509pp, black and white photographs - Soft cover in good, clean and tight condition. When he died in 1996, Laurens Van der Post had won renown in an astounding range of roles: as war hero, writer, explorer, mystic, environmentalist, Jungian, behind-the-scenes diplomat, and friend and confidant of the great - famously including both Mrs Thatcher and Prince Charles. He seemed to be one of the most remarkable men the 20th century had produced. His conversation influenced thousands, his ideas millions. But he discouraged biographers in his lifetime on the grounds that in his many books he had told his story himself.;After his death doubts soon began to spread, however, as to whether this story presented a true picture. Was his knowledge of the Kalahari Bushmen, as extensive as he led us to believe, and did the Bushman stories he so loved to tell come mainly from books? His standing as some kind of secular saint certainly suffered with the emergence of an illegitimate daughter whose mother he had seduced when she was 15. And his claim to have effectively brokered the Lancaster House agreement on Zimbabwean independence was deflated by those who had actually been there. Nor was that all.;Sir Laurens's famly authorized this biography, giving J.D.F. Jones exclusive access to the Van der Post papers and allowing him complete freedom. A completely different man from that portrayed by the media is presented. This biography looks behind the facade that Sir Laurens so skilfully created and suggests that he became to some extent a prisoner of it. The love he inspired was genuine, but the account of his life that he presented was in the end just another of his wonderful stories.

 Storyteller: The Many Lives of Laurens Van Der Post: J.D.F. Jones (Hardcover)   When he died in 1996, Laurens van der Post was a celebrated polymath: war-hero, writer, explorer, mystic, Jungian, behind-the-scenes diplomat and sage to Mrs Thatcher and Prince Charles. He was a secular saint. After this biography, Post should be most famous for one skill: storytelling. His books and stories (of the bushmen of the Kalahari, of his friendship with Jung, of his diplomatic importance) may be inspiring. They are also largely fabricated. Jones' account reveals Post as enchanting, ambiguous, inspiring, complex, misleading, sometime admirable, sometimes risable - and sometimes as a shockingly culpable fabulist and liar.  

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days The world's only Hollywood-illustrated storyteller's dictionary is also the most up-to-date and comprehensive for storytellers and students across the United Kingdom. This is the dictionary reimagined. The Mrs Wordsmith Storyteller's Illustrated Dictionary contains 4000 storytelling words curated around six themes - Character, Setting, Taste and Smell, Action, Emotion, and Weather. Packed with 1300 Hollywood illustrations laid out across 127 storytelling topics including: war, romance, technology, stormy weather, mountain settings, and more. Designed to help students develop a true writer's intuition and excel at school and throughout life. Get the ultimate writer's tool, perfect for use at home and in school, for ages 8-14. Curated and designed with leading educators, including Professor Susan Neuman, the Storyteller's Dictionary is aligned with KS2 frameworks for guaranteed relevancy. Endorsed by top schools and headteachers, including Emma Madden of Fox Primary, the UK's leading state primary school. Features Summary All of the most useful and relevant storytelling words, split across easy-to-navigate key themes: Character, Weather, Taste & Smell, Action, Emotion and Setting. Publisher Mrs Wordsmith Limited Release date 20181017 Pages 378 ISBN 1-999610-73-3 ISBN 13 978-1-999610-73-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days A single-minded adventurer and an eternal child who gave us the iconic Willy Wonka and Matilda Wormwood, Roald Dahl lived a life filled with incident, drama and adventure: from his harrowing experiences as an RAF fighter pilot and his work in British intelligence, to his many romances and turbulent marriage to the actress Patricia Neal, to the mental anguish caused by the death of his young daughter Olivia. In "Storyteller, "the first authorized biography of Dahl, Donald Sturrock--granted unprecedented access to the Dahl estate's archives--draws on personal correspondence, journals and interviews with family members and famous friends to deliver a masterful, witty and incisive look at one of the greatest authors and eccentric characters of the modern age, whose work still delights millions around the world today. Features Summary The authorised biography of one of the greatest storytellers of all time, written with complete access to the archives stored in the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre.. Author Donald Sturrock Publisher William Collins Publishing Release date 20110901 Pages 655 ISBN 0-00-725477-6 ISBN 13 978-0-00-725477-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours A single-minded adventurer and an eternal child who gave us the iconic Willy Wonka and Matilda Wormwood, Roald Dahl lived a life filled with incident, drama and adventure: from his harrowing experiences as an RAF fighter pilot and his work in British intelligence, to his many romances and turbulent marriage to the actress Patricia Neal, to the mental anguish caused by the death of his young daughter Olivia. In "Storyteller, "the first authorized biography of Dahl, Donald Sturrock--granted unprecedented access to the Dahl estate's archives--draws on personal correspondence, journals and interviews with family members and famous friends to deliver a masterful, witty and incisive look at one of the greatest authors and eccentric characters of the modern age, whose work still delights millions around the world today. Features Summary The authorised biography of one of the greatest storytellers of all time, written with complete access to the archives stored in the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre.. Author Donald Sturrock Publisher William Collins Publishing Release date 20110827 Pages 655 ISBN 0-00-725477-6 ISBN 13 978-0-00-725477-4

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The Lion Storyteller Easter Book Following the tried and tested formula of his earlier Lion Storyteller titles, Bob Hartman retells a selection of Easter stories in his own inimitable style. This collection of 23 stories includes all the Bible accounts of the events of the first Easter from Palm Sunday through to Jesus' resurrection encounters with his friends and followers. These retellings of familiar and sometimes serious tales are fresh and engaging, making these Bible stories accessible to the young and not-so-young. Author Bob Hartman (2008) ISBN 9780745947938 Format Paperback Pages 96p.

  Author(s): Mario Vargos Llosa   Title:      The Storyteller  ISBN: 0 571 16134 0  Publisher: Faber and Faber  This Edition: Faber paperback edition of 1991  Place Of Publication: Great Britain First Published: 1987 (Spain)  Binding: paperback Number of pages:  245  Weight:  175g  Condition:   good   

    JODI PICOULT: The Storyteller - Hardback 230mmx160mm - 1st Printing - First Edition - Emily Bestler Books Press ISBN - 97814 391 02763

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 13 working days This engaging and beautifully illustrated book looks at the remarkable life and work of Sir John Vanbrugh (1664-1726)--by turns businessman, soldier, playwright, and (despite lacking either training or qualifications) the architect of some of the most important country houses of his era. Architectural historian Vaughan Hart examines Vanbrugh's surviving, destroyed, and unrealized buildings--among them Castle Howard and Blenheim Palace--outlining the contemporary political and social events that influenced their design and showing how these strikingly original buildings can be interpreted through reference to classical mythology, Renaissance fortifications, and medieval houses. Features Summary Looks at the life and work of Sir John Vanbrugh (1664-1726) - by turns businessman, soldier, playwright, and (despite lacking either training or qualifications) the architect of some of the important country houses of his era... Author Vaughan Hart Publisher Yale University Press Release date 20080620 Pages 256 ISBN 0-300-11929-1 ISBN 13 978-0-300-11929-9

About Nina Todd Has Gone Nina Todd is not the sort of person you'd notice - and that's the way she likes it. She lives a quiet life: dull job, dependable boyfriend, no disruptions. When Nina meets Rupert in a hotel, it leads to an empty adulterous encounter that she'd rather forget. But it soon becomes clear that Rupert won't. Is it pure infatuation, or something more sinister? Who is Rupert, and what is the power he holds over her? And who is Nina Todd? Reviews “'Glaister makes you feel you are there, and makes you wish for almost anywhere else'” –  Daily Telegraph “'A natural storyteller who knows how to keep the reader turning the pages'” –  Independent “'This is a first-rate psychological thriller and Glaister sustains the edginess to the end'” –  Mail on Sunday “'Glaister is an expert plotter and her story has a chilling plausibility... a story whose message will linger long after the book is closed'” –  Scotsman - See more at: http://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/nina-todd-has-gone-9781408842645/#sthash.72SPuu4H.dpuf About Nina Todd Has Gone Nina Todd is not the sort of person you'd notice - and that's the way she likes it. She lives a quiet life: dull job, dependable boyfriend, no disruptions. When Nina meets Rupert in a hotel, it leads to an empty adulterous encounter that she'd rather forget. But it soon becomes clear that Rupert won't. Is it pure infatuation, or something more sinister? Who is Rupert, and what is the power he holds over her? And who is Nina Todd? Reviews “'Glaister makes you feel you are there, and makes you wish for almost anywhere else'” –  Daily Telegraph “'A natural storyteller who knows how to keep the reader turning the pages'” –  Independent “'This is a first-rate psychological thriller and Glaister sustains the edginess to the end'” –  Mail on Sunday “'Glaister is an expert plotter and her story has a chilling plausibility... a story whose message will linger long after the book is closed'” –  Scotsman - See more at: http://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/nina-todd-has-gone-9781408842645/#sthash.72SPuu4H.dpuf "Nina Todd has gone" Book by Lesley Glaister In excellent condition   Description: Nina Todd is not the sort of person you'd notice - and that's the way she likes it. She lives a quiet life: dull job, dependable boyfriend, no disruptions. When Nina meets Rupert in a hotel, it leads to an empty adulterous encounter that she'd rather forget. But it soon becomes clear that Rupert won't. Is it pure infatuation, or something more sinister? Who is Rupert, and what is the power he holds over her? And who is Nina Todd?   "A gritty psychological thriller... this book will keep you up until the early hours" Easy Living "A gripping page-turner" Cosmopolitan     About Nina Todd Has Gone Nina Todd is not the sort of person you'd notice - and that's the way she likes it. She lives a quiet life: dull job, dependable boyfriend, no disruptions. When Nina meets Rupert in a hotel, it leads to an empty adulterous encounter that she'd rather forget. But it soon becomes clear that Rupert won't. Is it pure infatuation, or something more sinister? Who is Rupert, and what is the power he holds over her? And who is Nina Todd? Reviews “'Glaister makes you feel you are there, and makes you wish for almost anywhere else'” –  Daily Telegraph “'A natural storyteller who knows how to keep the reader turning the pages'” –  Independent “'This is a first-rate psychological thriller and Glaister sustains the edginess to the end'” –  Mail on Sunday “'Glaister is an expert plotter and her story has a chilling plausibility... a story whose message will linger long after the book is closed'” –  Scotsman - See more at: http://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/nina-todd-has-gone-9781408842645/#sthash.72SPuu4H.dpuf  

The book is old, and the pages may be browned. There are creases on the spine and corners, and worn around the edges. The book is still very readable, but has seen some wear. The Lonely sea by Alistair MacLean Collection of riveting tales of the sea including the story that launched his writing career, the account of the epic battle to sink the German battle ship, Bismarck, and two new stories collected here for the first time. THE MASTER STORYTELLER IN HIS ELEMENT...Alistair MacLean has an unmistakable and unrivalled skill in writing about the sea and its power and about the men and women who sail it, and who fight and die in it. His distinctive voice was evident from his very first prize-winning story, 'The Dileas', and has been heard time and again in his international career as the author of such bestsellers as H.M.S. Ulysses and San Andreas. The Lonely Sea starts where MacLean's career started, with 'The Dileas', and collects together his stories of the sea. Here is a treasury of vintage MacLean, compelling and brilliant, where the master storyteller is in his element. This reissue includes two new stories, 'The Good Samaritan' and 'The Black Storm', which bear all the classic hallmarks of MacLean's finest writing and are published here for the very first time.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours Sewsunker "Papwa" Sewgolum (1930¿1978) was a South African golfer who carved a niche for himself in golfing folklore when he became the first golfer of colour to win a provincial open in South Africa (in 1963). Sewgolum, a former caddie, with his wrong-way-round grip (left hand beneath his right), beat 103 white golfers in the Natal Open at the Durban Country Club. He became a symbol of the sports boycott movement when pictures of him receiving his trophy outdoors in the rain, because, due to apartheid, he was not allowed to enter the clubhouse, were published across the world. In 1965 he beat Gary Player to win the Natal Open for the second time. He also won the Dutch Open in 1959, 1960 and 1964. However, the dream was to be cut short. At the peak of his career, Papwa was banned by the apartheid government from participating in or attending any PGA tournaments. Crushing him further, they also withdrew his passport, denying him the right to play internationally. This slowly broke his spirit, leaving him with nothing but a dream. This is the story of one man who triumphed again unbelievable odds, only to have his dream snatched from him. Written as fiction, this is a uniquely South African story told by a master storyteller. Features Summary Playing the Lie is the story of one man who triumphed again unbelievable odds, only to have his dream snatched from him. Written as fiction, this is a uniquely South African story told by a master storyteller. Author Maxine Case Publisher Kwela Books Release date 20150120 Pages 265 ISBN 0-7957-0711-8 ISBN 13 978-0-7957-0711-7

Paperback. English. Harper. 2012. In good condition. The master of historical fictions presents the iconic story of King Alfred and the making of a nation. Alfred, the great king, is said to be dying Death of Kings is an outstanding novel by a master storyteller of how England was made - and very nearly lost. Rivals for his succession are poised to tear the kingdom apart. The country Alfred has worked thirty years to build is about to disintegrate. Uhtred, the King's warrior, Viking born but Saxon bred, wants more than anything else to go and fight to reclaim his stolen Northumbrain inheritance. But he knows that if he deserts the King's cause, Alfred's dream - and indeed the very future of the England nation - will very likely vanish. Death of Kings is an outstanding novel by a master storyteller of how England was made - and very nearly los.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days A beautiful edition of this classic retelling by master storyteller Michael Morpurgo, with glorious illustrations by Emma Chichester Clark. In the town of Hamelin, the rich and greedy live like kings and queens while the poor and sick scavenge rubbish tips for scraps. A lame orphan boy tells the classic tale of how a plague of rats takes over the town and how a fantastic piper offers to rid Hamelin of its rats for a single gold coin, then lures away the town's children when the greedy mayor breaks his word. Masterfully weaving contemporary social and environmental themes into a gripping tale, and celebrating it with breath-taking illustrations, former British Children's Laureate Michael Morpurgo and illustrator Emma Chichester Clark team up to create a compelling new take on this timeless story. Features Summary A beautiful edition of this classic retelling by master storyteller Michael Morpurgo, with glorious illustrations by Emma Chichester Clark. Author Michael Morpurgo (Author), Emma Chichester-Clark (Illustrator) Publisher Walker Books Ltd Release date 20160731 Pages 112 ISBN 1-4063-6900-4 ISBN 13 978-1-4063-6900-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours Danielle Steel proves she is the world's favourite storyteller in this powerful story of love conquering all in Against All Odds. Taking chances is part of life, but when you bet your future against the odds, it's a high risk game. Kate Madison's stylish second-hand clothing shop has been a big success in New York, supporting her and her four kids since her husband's untimely death. Now her children have grown up and are ready to forge lives of their own. They all choose to play against the odds, much to their mother's dismay... Isabelle, a dedicated attorney, is in line to make partner at her Wall Street firm, when she falls for a client she represents in a criminal case. She tells herself she can make a life with him - but can she? Julie, a young designer, meets a man who seems too good to be true and falls under his spell. She marries him quickly, gives up her job, moves to LA to be at his side, ignoring the danger signs. Is all what it seems? Justin is a struggling writer who pushes for children with his partner before they're financially or emotionally ready. Will the strain on the relationship take too high a toll? Willie, the youngest, a tech expert, makes a choice that shocks them all, with a woman fifteen years older... Kate - loving, supportive and outspoken - can't keep her children from playing against the odds. Can the odds be beaten? No matter how much she loves him, in the end, the risks are their own and the hardest lesson as a mother is that she can't protect them from the choices they make. Features Summary Danielle Steel proves she is the world's favourite storyteller in this powerful story of love conquering all in Against All Odds. Taking chances is part of life... Author Danielle Steel Publisher Macmillan Release date 20170605 Pages 334 ISBN 1-5098-0021-2 ISBN 13 978-1-5098-0021-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days The seventh and final Odd Thomas thriller from the master storyteller. The future is haunting Odd Thomas. The carnival has returned to Pico Mundo, the same one that came to town when Odd was just sixteen. Odd is drawn to an arcade tent where he discovers Gypsy Mummy, the fortune-telling machine that told him that he and Stormy Llewellyn were destined to be together forever. But Stormy is dead and Pico Mundo is under threat once more. History seems to be repeating itself as Odd grapples with a satanic cult intent on bringing destruction to his town. An unseasonal storm is brewing, and as the sky darkens and the sun turns blood-red, it seems that all of nature is complicit in their plans. Meanwhile Odd is having dreams of a drowned Pico Mundo, where the submerged streetlamps eerily light the streets. But there's no way Pico Mundo could wind up underwater... could it? Features Summary The seventh and final Odd Thomas thriller from the master storyteller. Author Dean Koontz Publisher HarperCollinsPublishers Release date 20150702 Pages 418 ISBN 0-00-752015-8 ISBN 13 978-0-00-752015-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days This Was a Man is the seventh and final, captivating instalment of the Clifton Chronicles from master storyteller Jeffrey Archer. This Was a Man opens with a shot being fired, but who pulled the trigger, and who lives and who dies? In Whitehall, Giles Barrington discovers the truth about his wife Karin from the Cabinet Secretary. Is she a spy or a pawn in a larger game? Harry Clifton sets out to write his magnum opus, while his wife Emma completes her ten years as Chairman of the Bristol Royal Infirmary, and receives an unexpected call from Margaret Thatcher offering her a job. Sebastian Clifton becomes chairman of Farthings Kaufman bank after Hakim Bishara resigns for personal reasons. Sebastian and his wife Samantha's talented daughter, Jessica, is expelled from the Slade School of Fine Art, but her aunt Grace comes to her rescue. Lady Virginia is about to flee the country to avoid her creditors when the Duchess of Hertford dies, and sees another opportunity to clear her debts and finally trump the Cliftons and the Barringtons. In a devastating twist, tragedy engulfs the Clifton family when one of them receives a shocking diagnosis that will throw all their lives into turmoil. Features Summary This Was a Man is the seventh and final, captivating instalment of the Clifton Chronicles from master storyteller Jeffrey Archer. This Was a Man opens with a shot being fired... Author Jeffrey Archer Publisher Pan Books Release date 20170529 Pages 528 ISBN 1-4472-5226-8 ISBN 13 978-1-4472-5226-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days The epic and heart-rending jungle adventure from the nation's favourite storyteller, now available in paperback.For Will and his mother, going to Indonesia isn't just a holiday. It's an escape, a new start, a chance to put things behind them - things like the death of Will's father.And to begin with, it seems to be just what they both needed. But then Oona, the elephant Will is riding on the beach, begins acting strangely, shying away from the sea. And that's when the tsunami comes crashing in, and Oona begins to run. Except that when the tsunami is gone, Oona just keeps on running.With nothing on his back but a shirt and nothing to sustain him but a bottle of water, Will must learn to survive deep in the jungle. Luckily, though, he's not completely alone...He's got Oona. Features Summary The epic and heart-rending jungle adventure from the nation's favourite storyteller, now available in paperback. Author Michael Morpurgo Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Release date 20100715 Pages 347 ISBN 0-00-726702-9 ISBN 13 978-0-00-726702-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days A collection of eight essentially unfamiliar folk stories which Daniel Morden has come across during his travels as a storyteller and retold in his own very distinctive style. A bringing together of magicians and masons, blacksmiths, beggars and royalty, in an exploration of luck, cleverness and secrets. -- Welsh Books Council Features Summary A collection of eight essentially unfamiliar folk stories which Daniel Morden has come across during his travels as a storyteller and retold in his own very distinctive style... Author Daniel Morden (Author), Brett Breckon (Illustrator) Publisher Gomer Press Release date 20170524 Pages 88 ISBN 1-78562-221-8 ISBN 13 978-1-78562-221-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days The perfect gift for all ages, Pinocchio as you've never seen him before: telling his own story through the master storyteller and award-winning author of WAR HORSE. "Now - there's no point in pretending here - I was, and still am deep down, a puppet. Everyone knows Pinocchio is a puppet. I reckon I must be just about the most famous puppet the world has ever known. But the truth is I'm not just a puppet, I'm more than just bits of wood and string. I'm me. So I thought it was about time that I, Pinocchio, told you my story..." So begins this stunningly beautiful interpretation of the classic story. Michael Morpurgo channels Pinocchio's words to tell the famous puppet's story in his own inimitable, cheeky and always funny way. Lavishly illustrated throughout in full colour by the acclaimed Emma Chichester Clark, this is a must-have gift for all book lovers, and an utterly charming and surprising adaptation of a much-loved tale. Features Summary The perfect gift for all ages, Pinocchio as you've never seen him before: telling his own story through the master storyteller and award-winning author of WAR HORSE.. Author Michael Morpurgo (Author), Emma Chichester-Clark (Illustrator) Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Release date 20130926 Pages 262 ISBN 0-00-733969-0 ISBN 13 978-0-00-733969-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days The ancient Greek myths as you've never read them before!The classic stories of The Twelve Tasks of Heracles and Arion and the Dolphins are re-told here in master storyteller, Marcia Williams' inimitable comic style. These splendid adaptations have easy-to-read, accessible text and brilliantly witty illustrations, making them a perfect introduction to the classic legends of adventure and endeavour! Ideal for newly-confident readers - the classics have never looked so good! Features Summary The ancient Greek myths as you've never read them before!The classic stories of The Twelve Tasks of Heracles and Arion and the Dolphins are re-told here in master storyteller... Author Marcia Williams Publisher Walker Books Ltd Release date 20171031 Pages 64 ISBN 1-4063-7159-9 ISBN 13 978-1-4063-7159-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days There was a time when Jackie Reed knew her sons better than anyone. She used to be able to tell what they were thinking, feeling, if they were lying... But it's as though every day, every minute even, she knows them a little less. Her boys aren't boys anymore, they're becoming men - men she's not sure she recognises, men she's not sure she can trust. So when one of her son's classmates is killed in suspicious circumstances, people start asking questions. Was it really a hit and run? A car-jacking gone wrong? Or something much more sinister? Now Jackie must separate the truth from the lies. How did that boy end up on the road? And where was her son that night? `Right now, AL Gaylin is at the very top of her game, crafting exhilarating and audacious crime novels that are both rich in character and rivetingly told. Her books are, quite simply, not to be missed. ' Megan Abbott `This is mind-blowing suspense from an exceptional writer.' Alex Marwood `You'll stay up late to read this one. AL Gaylin is a storyteller guaranteed to keep you up all night.' Laura Lippman And last but not least: `AL Gaylin is a great storyteller.' Mark Billingham Features Summary There was a time when Jackie Reed knew her sons better than anyone. Her boys aren't boys anymore, they're becoming men - men she's not sure she recognises... Author A L Gaylin Publisher Century Release date 20170928 Pages 400 ISBN 1-78089-637-9 ISBN 13 978-1-78089-637-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Paddington - the beloved, classic bear from Darkest Peru - is back in these fantastically funny stories from master storyteller Michael Bond!Celebrating 50 years of the nations favourite bear. Enjoy Paddington in these three classic stories including `A Bear Called Paddington', `More about Paddington' and `Here and Now'. Read by Stephen Fry enjoy these classic childrens stories about our intrepid furry hero from Darkest Peru!!! Features Summary Paddington - the beloved, classic bear from Darkest Peru - is back in these fantastically funny stories from master storyteller Michael Bond! Author Michael Bond (Author), Stephen Fry (Reader) Publisher HarperCollinsPublishers Release date 20080601 Pages 200 ISBN 0-00-716169-7 ISBN 13 978-0-00-716169-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days From master storyteller MICHAEL MORPURGO, and illustrated in stunning colour by the award-winning EMMA CHICHESTER CLARK, comes a surprising, charming and uplifting twist on The Wizard of Oz, told by a very special and unforgettable character: Dorothy's pet dog, Toto. A perfect, collectible gift for all children (and children at heart). "I was there," Papa Toto said, and those magic words sent shivers down my spine. It was going to be the Wizard story. "Dorothy and me were both there."We were all silent, snuggled up together, waiting, waiting.Then Papa Toto began... When a twister descends on their Kansas farm, Toto and his owner Dorothy hide in the house - only to be plucked into the air and whisked away! Coming down with a crash in the mysterious land of Oz, the pair meet a series of extraordinary characters: a scarecrow who believes he has no brains, a tin man without a heart, and a cowardly lion who may not be as cowardly as he thinks he is. But Toto and Dorothy are desperate to return home - after all, home is home, and home is best! So they set off with their new friends on a journey down the yellow brick road to find the only person who might be able to help them: the Wonderful Wizard of Oz. But what they find might surprise them. And on the way, all of them will learn that what they think they are missing might have been there, all along... Beautifully illustrated throughout, this is an unforgettable telling of a classic story, and a must for every bookshelf. Features Summary From master storyteller MICHAEL MORPURGO, and illustrated in stunning colour by the award-winning EMMA CHICHESTER CLARK, comes a surprising, charming and uplifting twist on The Wizard of Oz... Author Michael Morpurgo (Author), Emma Chichester-Clark (Illustrator) Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Release date 20171016 Pages 278 ISBN 0-00-813460-X ISBN 13 978-0-00-813460-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours Hilarious stories and advice about the ups and downs of growing up, from a popularYouTube artist and storyteller. Like any shy teen turned young adult, YouTube star James Rallison ("The Odd 1s Out") is used to being on the outside looking in. He wasn't partying in high school or winning football games like his older brother. Instead, he posted comics on the Internet. Now, he's ready to share his hard-earned advice from his 21 years of life in the funny, relatable voice his fans love. In this illustrated collection, Rallison tells his own stories of growing up as the "odd one out": in art class with his twin sister (she was more talented), in the middle school locker room, and up to one strange year of college (he dropped out). Each story is filled with the little lessons he picked up along the way, serious and otherwise, like: * How to be cool (in seventh grade) * Why it's OK to be second-best at something, and * How to survive your first, confidence-killing job interviews Filled with fan-favorite comics and never-before-seen material, this tongue-in-cheek take on some of the weirdest, funniest parts of life is perfect for both avid followers and new converts. Features Summary Hilarious stories and advice about the ups and downs of growing up, from a popularYouTube artist and storyteller. Like any shy teen turned young adult... Author James R Allison Publisher Speak Release date 20180724 Pages 240 ISBN 0-14-313180-X ISBN 13 978-0-14-313180-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days THE RICHARD & JUDY NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER `Magnificent' Mail on Sunday `Gripping' New York Times `A master storyteller' The Times `Epic' Sunday Telegraph Ten-year-old Abdullah would do anything for his younger sister. In a life of poverty and struggle, with no mother to care for them, Pari is the only person who brings Abdullah happiness. For her, he will trade his only pair of shoes to give her a feather for her treasured collection. When their father sets off with Pari across the desert to Kabul in search of work, Abdullah is determined not to be separated from her. Neither brother nor sister know what this fateful journey will bring them. Features Summary THE RICHARD & JUDY NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER `Magnificent' Mail on Sunday `Gripping' New York Times `A master storyteller' The Times `Epic' Sunday Telegraph Ten-year-old Abdullah would do anything for his younger sister... Author Khaled Hosseini Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Release date 20180814 Pages 496 ISBN 1-5266-0463-9 ISBN 13 978-1-5266-0463-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days 'A rebel French writer... a brilliant storyteller, a master craftsman and one of France's most original writers' Independent 'The Kites is a novel touched from beginning to end with grace, a great saga about the innate dignity of love that succeeds in the feat of being funny and poetic, tender and sharp, committed and fierce, with a touch of brilliance in the art of dialogue' Muriel Barbery, author of The Elegance of the Hedgehog A quiet village in Normandy, 1932. Ludo is ten years old and lives with his uncle, a kindly, eccentric creator of elaborate kites. One day, sitting in a strawberry field, Ludo meets the beautiful young Polish aristocrat Lila. And so begins Ludo's lifelong adventure of love and longing for Lila, who only begins to return his feelings just as Europe descends into the devastation of World War 2. After Poland and France fall, Lila and Ludo are separated. Ludo's friends in the village must find their own ways of resisting: the local restaurateur who is dedicated above all to France's haute cuisine, a Jewish brothel madam who sleeps with her unwitting enemies and Ludo, who cycles past the Nazis every day, passing on messages for the French Resistance - thinking always of Lila. Features Summary 'A rebel French writer... a brilliant storyteller, a master craftsman and one of France's most original writers' Independent 'The Kites is a novel touched from beginning to end with grace... Author Romain Gary Publisher Penguin Classics Release date 20180503 Pages 320 ISBN 0-241-34561-8 ISBN 13 978-0-241-34561-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days Danielle Steel proves she is the world's favourite storyteller in this powerful story of love conquering all in Against All Odds. Taking chances is part of life, but when you bet your future against the odds, it's a high risk game. Kate Madison's stylish second-hand clothing shop has been a big success in New York, supporting her and her four kids since her husband's untimely death. Now her children have grown up and are ready to forge lives of their own. They all choose to play against the odds, much to their mother's dismay... Isabelle, a dedicated attorney, is in line to make partner at her Wall Street firm, when she falls for a client she represents in a criminal case. She tells herself she can make a life with him - but can she? Julie, a young designer, meets a man who seems too good to be true and falls under his spell. She marries him quickly, gives up her job, moves to LA to be at his side, ignoring the danger signs. Is all what it seems? Justin is a struggling writer who pushes for children with his partner before they're financially or emotionally ready. Will the strain on the relationship take too high a toll? Willie, the youngest, a tech expert, makes a choice that shocks them all, with a woman fifteen years older... Kate - loving, supportive and outspoken - can't keep her children from playing against the odds. Can the odds be beaten? No matter how much she loves him, in the end, the risks are their own and the hardest lesson as a mother is that she can't protect them from the choices they make. Features Summary Against All Odds is a powerful story of family relationships and trying to beat the odds when love is involved, by the world's favourite storyteller, Danielle Steel. Author Danielle Steel Publisher Macmillan Release date 20170605 Pages 334 ISBN 1-5098-0021-2 ISBN 13 978-1-5098-0021-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days From master storyteller Michael Morpurgo and award-winning artist Barroux comes a true story of bravery, sadness and hope, set against the backdrop of World War Two. A true story of two brothers and the war that changed everything. Michael Morpurgo's wonderful storytelling and Barroux's stunning artwork combine to tell the true story of Michael's uncles during World War Two. Francis and Pieter are brothers. As shadow of one war lingers, and the rumbles of another approach, the brothers argue. Francis is a fierce pacifist, while Pieter signs up to fight. What happens next will change the course of Francis's life forever... and throw him into the mouth of the wolf. A great way of introducing young readers to the realities of World War Two. Look out for Morpurgo's other war fiction including War Horse, Friend or Foe, Waiting for Anya, King of the Cloud Forest and An Eagle in the Snow. In the Mouth of the Wolf is a heart-felt true story of family and courage by a writer who 'has the happy knack of speaking to both child and adult readers' (The Guardian). Features Summary From master storyteller Michael Morpurgo and award-winning artist Barroux comes a true story of bravery, sadness and hope, set against the backdrop of World War Two... Author Michael Morpurgo (Author), Barroux (Illustrator) Publisher Egmont Books Release date 20180529 Pages 160 ISBN 1-4052-8526-5 ISBN 13 978-1-4052-8526-1