With full-colour illustrations, this book is perfect for introducing young readers to the festive world of master storyteller Sir Terry Pratchett. Discover four festive and funny tales of yuletide computers and abominable snow-babies!Uncover who is wearing a fake Father Christmas beard!Meet the only computer to ask for presents!Help to care for an abominable snow-baby!Count the number of gifts given at Christma...

Based on more than twenty years of research by a professional journalist, this music reference is an A-Z guide of the stars and groups of today and yesterday.Mark Beech's previous book, The A-Z of Names in Rock, generated over fifty radio interviews, fifteen articles, seven features in nationals and two serializations. This extended and updated version covers more genres than just rock (e.g. pop, punk, indie, reggae, soul, country, blues, folk, jazz, heavy...

When Mole sets off in search of his family tree, he dreams of finding others just like him. But as he journeys through the enchanted wood, he learns something even more magical: true family isn't about looking the same - it's about the bonds we build and the love we share with those around us.“We're not all the same - but that's the best part, It's not what you look like, but what's in your heart”. A heartwarming tale celebrating kindness, friendship, and above all, the beauty of differenc...

The definitive, lavishly illustrated history of the Green Bay Packers, commemorating the team's 100-year anniversary: "Exceptional [and] engrossing." —Jeff Pearlman, New York Times–bestselling author of GunslingerNot only are the Packers the only fan-owned team in any of North America's major pro sports leagues, but Green Bay—population 104,057—is also the smallest city with a big-time franchise. The Packers are, in other words, unlikely candidates...

This two part volume brings together over 60 specialists to present 31 papers on the latest research into archaeozoology of the Near East. The papers are wide-ranging in terms of period and geographical coverage: from Palaeolithic rock shelter assemblages in Syria to Byzantine remains in Palestine and from the Caucasus to Cyprus. Papers are grouped into thematic sections examining patterns of Palaeolithic and Neolithic subsistence in northern Mesopotamia, Anatolia and the Iranian plateau; ...

A collection of brilliant short stories from the world's best-loved storyteller - perfect for children aged five!Read about the time the pixies moved into the playroom and when a cloak that could make you invisible vanished in this exciting collection of short stories from Enid Blyton. Perfect for children aged five and up!These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to read alone. Eac...

A collection of daring short stories from the world's best-loved storyteller - perfect for children aged eight!Meet the wizard who can tell your future and find the princess's stolen crown in these short stories from Enid Blyton. Filled with excitement, adventure and much more, this collection is perfect for children aged eight and up!These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to rea...

A collection of exciting short stories from the world's best-loved storyteller - perfect for children aged seven!This exiting collection is brimming with adventure and magic! From a pixie painting flowers to the moon falling out of the sky, there's something for everyone in these short stories from Enid Blyton, the world's favourite storyteller.These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident read...

Ross Montgomery makes his Barrington Stoke debut with this comical caper that sees a match-making dream turn into a midsummer night's disaster.Nick is truly, madly in love with Jessie Stone. And she doesn't even know his name. In a ploy to win her heart, he plans to star alongside her in the school production of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'. But when he's cast as the foolish Bottom instead of the romantic lead, his whole world comes crashing down.Enter Robyn, school mischief...

*Includes 'The Abominable Snow Baby' - the animated film featured on Christmas Day on Channel 4, starring Julie Walters and David Harewood!*A collection of wonderful Christmas stories from the fantastically funny Terry Pratchett. With incredible illustrations from Mark Beech, it's the perfect stocking filler!Have you ever wanted Christmas to be different?Turkey and carols, presents and crackers - they all start to feel a bit . . . samey.

Delicious and easy recipes, inspired by the beloved stories by Enid Blyton. Bake your own pop-cakes and google buns, and wash them down with homemade ginger beer!Have you ever dreamed of having picnics with the Famous Five, midnight feasts with the Malory Towers girls or party teas with the Folk of the Faraway Tree? With this cookbook, inspired by Enid Blyton's stories, you can! Packed full of yummy recipes, lively artwork and extracts from Enid Blyton's stories, t...

When medieval wizardry meets cool street magic, what could possibly go wrong . . .?Wilfred is a young magical apprentice determined to become the best and most wise wizard that ever was. Unfortunately for him, he's not very good. He's got the raw talent, but he doesn't concentrate! In fact, he's become (rather unkindly) known as 'Wilfred the UNwise'.And when one of Wilf's spells goes badly wrong, he's suddenly in more trouble than ever before. A mix-up which sees him catapu...