Short Stories

Dorothy Edwards' classic story about one naughty but very entertaining little sister. Sometimes my naughty little sister can be good ... when she helps Grannie to make a Christmas Pudding and even teaches Bad Harry a lesson or two. Has my...

Enjoy a whole summer of fun with this fantastic collection of 30 short stories - the perfect holiday read for children aged 7 and up. From picnics in the sunshine to daring outdoor adventures, celebrate the excitement and magic of summertime with these...

Enjoy a whole summer of fun with this fantastic collection of 30 short stories - the perfect holiday read for children aged 7 and up. From picnics in the sunshine to daring outdoor adventures, celebrate the excitement and magic of summertime with these...

A picture book from award-winning illustrator Shaun Tan, Tales from Outer Suburbia is a unique collection of original stories and illustrations. Shaun Tan, creator of The Arrival, The Lost Thing and The Red Tree, reveals the quiet mysteries of everyday...

A dazzling selection of 30 short stories from the world's best-loved storyteller - the perfect Christmas gift for children aged 6 and up! Snuggle down with this heartwarming collection of classic tales, celebrating the magic and excitement of winter...

A dazzling selection of 30 short stories from the world's best-loved storyteller - the perfect Christmas gift for children aged 6 and up! Snuggle down with this heartwarming collection of classic tales, celebrating the magic and excitement of winter...

With an introduction by Dame Judi Dench.TALES FROM SHAKESPEARE is a perfect introduction to Shakespeare's greatest plays. Charles and Mary Lamb vividly bring to life the power of Hamlet and Othello, and the fun of As You Like It. They never lose the feel...

With 7 specially written stories based on popular themes for 4-year-olds, plus an eye-catching new look, this treasury is sure to stand outBook InformationISBN 9781803680385Author Igloo BooksFormat HardbackPage Count 48Imprint Igloo Books LtdPublisher...

Filled with beautiful illustrations, this favourite fairy tale is the perfect classic picture book to share with young children. Teased by his siblings for his different looks, the brave cygnet journeys into the world, looking for friendship and kindness...

A chilling, thrilling collection of 13 haunting tales. Perfect for every YA reader! From supernatural thrillers to contemporary horror, creepy ancient legends to murders gone wrong - this insatiable anthology is ...

Cosy up for Christmas with this brand-new festive story, starring everyone's favourite Victorian foundling, Hetty Feather!"Let me tell you about Christmas 1888, when I was twelve . . ."An unexpected gift leads to trouble for Hetty on Christmas Day at the...

This book was originally published in hardback as Hilary McKay's Fairy Tales.Straw into Gold: Fairy Tales Re-Spun is a classic fairy tale collection to treasure. Featuring Hilary McKay's imaginative retellings of key favourites, this ten-story collection...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781680524154Author Parragon BooksFormat HardbackPage Count 96Imprint Cottage Door PressPublisher Cottage Door PressWeight(grams) 540gDimensions(mm) 257mm *...

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! The spring in his step has got Mr. Bounce down. Can a pair of heavy boots help lift his spirits? The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting...

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! Little Miss Busy loved nothing more than to be hard at work! What happens when she decides to take a holiday? The Mr Men and Little Miss have been...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780307165480Author Richard ScarryFormat HardbackPage Count 288Imprint Golden Books Publishing Company, Inc.Publisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams)...

Why is everyone staring at Mrs Honey's Hat? This new edition of a well-established classic is sure to become a favourite with a whole new generation of children. With large, clear text, a repetitive refrain and a strong emphasis on days of the week,...

Join Mr Tickle and his friends for a busy day of shopping! Little Miss Splendid loves visiting all the shops, while Mr Forgetful finds it hard to remember what he’s there to buy. There’s sure to be many giggles when the Mr Men and Little Miss go...

Olaf gets very excited when he takes his friends on a fun picnic.Book InformationISBN 9781803684925Author Walt DisneyFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint Autumn PublishingPublisher Bonnier Books LtdWeight(grams) 145gDimensions(mm) 156mm * 150mm * 9mm

A selection of the best short stories from Paul Jennings' earlier Puffin titles. Everyone is entirely different but all are wacky and extraordinary. Subjects range from the longest kiss ever, to a boy who becomes transparent - and the stories are all...

A selection of the best short stories from Paul Jennings' earlier Puffin titles. Everyone is entirely different but all are wacky and extraordinary. Subjects range from the longest kiss ever, to a boy who becomes transparent - and the stories are all...

A stunning collection of mystical fairy tales, Blackberry Blue is packed with picturesque moments that will bewitch readers - BooktrustStep into a magical world of enchanted forests, talking animals and wicked witches . . .These six magical stories will...

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! Mr Silly lived in Nonsenseland, which is a very funny place to live. You see, in Nonsenseland, everything is as silly as it can be. This year Mr Silly is...

Now in paperback, a joyous short story collection by and about Muslims, edited by New York Times bestselling authors Aisha Saeed and S. K. Ali Eid! The short, single syllable word conjures up a variety of feelings and memories for Muslims. Maybe...

*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...

The second book in the wickedly funny series for ages six and up from the creator of Where Bear?, Pass It On and the Pom Pom series, with colour illustrations throughout. Hi! I'm Jeanie - 7 3/4 years old, and a BIG fan of badges. ...

Discover the beauty and wonder of trees in this stunningly illustrated collection of poetry and stories celebrating trees and what they mean to the world around us . . . Inspired by the woods around his home, the mighty forests that support our life on...

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! Mr Lazy lives in Sleepyland, which is a very lazy-looking and sleepy-like place. He spends rather a lot of time in bed. It's his favourite place to be. ...

Explore friendship, love, revenge, life and death in the pages of From Hereabout Hill. A spell-binding collection of short stories from the nation's favourite storyteller, Michael Morpurgo. Michael Morpurgo...

Those who have loved the Katie Morag picture books will be delighted to see that Struay's endearing heroine is back in this collection of three ilustrated stories for older children - ideal for building reading confidence.In Saturday Sweets Katie Morag...

*Part of the six books for six decades collection*It's Dublin in 1994, and the Doctor and Donna have arrived at the tiny nightclub known as Tripod.Tripod is famous for precisely one thing - the night where four young women came together to make the...

There are lots of laughs at every level in Treehouse Tales: too SILLY to be told ... UNTIL NOW! From the bestselling Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton.Climb the storeys with thirteen, never-before-heard adventures starring Andy, Terry and their friends...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781864367669Author Colin ThieleFormat PaperbackPage Count 178Imprint New Holland PublishersPublisher New Holland PublishersWeight(grams) 150gDimensions(mm)...

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! Little Miss Fun likes to live up to her name and have fun all day, every day! The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for...

Little Miss Giggles and Little Miss Shy are going to a festival! The friends are so excited about their first trip to a festival where there'll be music, face painting, fun activities and food. They pitch their tent...

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! Mr Nosey liked to know about everything that was going on. He was always poking his nose into other people's business. As you might imagine, Mr Nosey was not...

In this collection of wonderful stories, which range between fantasy, humour, science fiction and a sprinkling of horror, the reader will relish the range and skill of Neil Gaiman's writing. Be prepared to laugh at the detective story about Humpty...

Enjoy two amazing tales with the Frozen gang.Book InformationISBN 9781800223196Author Walt DisneyFormat HardbackPage Count 48Imprint Autumn PublishingPublisher Bonnier Books LtdWeight(grams) 458gDimensions(mm) 250mm * 200mm * 13mm

Introducing The Famous Five to younger readers with this NEWLY-CREATED story for children aged 5 and up!Set in the world of Enid Blyton's best-loved series, this newly-created early reader follows Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog on a special...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781859025888Author Brenda Wyn JonesFormat PaperbackPage Count 60Imprint Gomer PressPublisher Gomer Press