Детская проза
Различные книги в жанре Детская прозаPrince Caspian
Illustrations in this ebook appear in vibrant full colour on a full colour ebook device, and in rich black and white on all other devices.Narnia . . . where animals talk . . . where trees walk . . . where a battle is about to begin.A prince denied his rightful throne gathers an army in a desperate attempt to rid his land of a false king. But in the end, it is a battle of honor between two men alone that will decide the fate of an entire world.Prince Caspian is the fourth book in C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia, a series that has become part of the canon of classic literature, drawing readers of all ages into a magical land with unforgettable characters for over fifty years. This is a stand-alone novel, but if you would like to see more of Lucy and Edmund’s adventures, read The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, the fifth book in The Chronicles of Narnia.
Star Quality
The second story in a new series about dancing, friendship and following your dreams from best-loved author Jean Ure, whose books are described by Jacqueline Wilson as “funny, funky, feisty – and fantastic reads!”Maddy is delighted when she and her friends are accepted to the prestigious City Ballet School – it feels like one step closer to their dream of becoming professional dancers. But the school brings a whole new set of challenges – and soon Maddy finds herself tested like never before.
Dimanche Diller
The ebook edition of the Smarties-Prize-winning story of escape and adventure, with wicked guardians, evil plots and a lively young female heroine.When Dimanche is orphaned at the tender age of one, Chief Inspector Barry Bullpit advertises for any known relative to come forward. Unluckily for Dimanche, her real aunt does not see the message, but an evil money-grabbing imposter does. Dimanche, heir to an enormous fortune, is sent to live with the dreaded Valburga Vilemile, who tries to rid herself of Dimanche at every opportunity. But her lack of success is partly due to Dimanche's wits and courage, and partly to Polly Pugh, Dimanche's young and pretty nanny, who foils all Valpurga's attempts and helps Dimanche find long-term happiness with her real aunt.All the ingredients for a brilliant, attention-grabbing shorter novel are here; evil plots, kidnapping, wicked villains and gorgous heroines. Every chapter makes you want to shout 'Look behind you' or 'Oh no she doesn't' at almost every page turn.
Bugsy Malone
Read the story behind the beloved film – now available in Essential Modern Classics.In Prohibition-era New York City, Fat Sam runs one of the most popular speakeasies in town – but his rival Dandy Dan is trying to shut him down. It’s up to the baby-faced Bugsy Malone to save the day…Packed with thrills and spills (and more than a few custard pies and splurge), this is a mobster story with a twist – the stars are kids!
Moonlight Magic
Exciting new magical adventure series for girls – will you answer the call of Silver Dolphins?Antonia is a secret Silver Dolphin – she's responsible for helping the creatures of the bay when their environment is threatened, by responding to the call of her magic necklace.When Antonia goes on holiday, she doesn’t expect her necklace to sound until she returns to Sandy Bay. But when exotic sea creatures are in danger, she hears their call. Who needs her help in the moonlit waters?
Broken Promises
Exciting new magical adventure series for girls – will you answer the call of Silver Dolphins?Antonia is a secret Silver Dolphin – she's responsible for helping the creatures of the bay when their environment is threatened, by responding to the call of her magic necklace.When her cousins come to stay, Antonia’s loyalties are divided between family and her dolphin friends. New Sea Watch members are also causing rifts and she can’t help getting swept up in rivalry with Rosie, the latest volunteer. Will Antonia end up breaking the most important promise of all?
Double Danger
Exciting new magical adventure series for girls – will you answer the call of Silver Dolphins?Antonia is a secret Silver Dolphin – she's responsible for helping the creatures of the bay when their environment is threatened, by responding to the call of her magic necklace.It's the start of the summer holidays and Jessica, Antonia's sister, is becoming increasingly obsessed about 'catching up' with her big sister. She covets Antonia's necklace and cannot resist the temptation of borrowing it' Antonia is distraught when she thinks it's lost for ever: how will she hear the distress call of her dolphins without it? But they are not the only ones in need of her help…
Stolen Treasures
Exciting new magical adventure series for girls – will you answer the call of Silver Dolphins?Antonia is a secret Silver Dolphin – she's responsible for helping the creatures of the bay when their environment is threatened, by responding to the call of her magic necklace.A new girl, Emily, joins Sea Watch but Antonia instinctively feels wary of her. Emily's parents have just set up a tourist beach shop selling dried starfish, shells and sea urchins, and Antonia can't quell her suspicions that they have been raiding the bay for these spoils. But when a baby dolphin is caught in a net, Antonia discovers there's more to it than first appearances suggest…
Secret Friends
Exciting new magical adventure series – will you answer the call of the Silver Dolphins?Antonia loves being a Silver Dolphin and her confidence in her powers is growing. But then a fearful storm wrecks a cargo ship at the mouth of Sandy Bay…Can Antonia avert an environmental disaster or are the dolphins of Sandy Bay doomed? Perhaps a new friend will come to her aid.
Stormy Skies
Exciting magical adventure series – will you answer the call of the Silver Dolphins?Antonia is a secret Silver Dolphin – she's responsible for helping the creatures of the bay when their environment is threatened, by responding to the call of her magic necklace.Antonia and Cai are helping Hannah set up another Sea Watch charity to look after local dolphins and seals. But when thunderstorms cause a landslide, the Silver Dolphins face their biggest challenge yet…