A magical new young fiction series from best-selling author and illustrator, Laura Ellen Anderson!

Meet Marnie Midnight - a little moth with BIG dreams!

Marnie Midnight is SO excited to be starting school at Minibeast Academy. She adores everything about the moon and she can't wait to learn about its magic. But when Marnie starts school, she's shocked to find out that nobody believes in moon magic anymore!

Marnie is determined to get to the bottom of this moon mystery. The little moth and her minibeast friends explore far and wide in their search for the truth. But will they survive a run-in with a rebellious rat or a terrifying out-of-this-world adventure with the Early Bird . . . ? One thing is for sure, Marnie is a little bug having a BIG Adventure!

Explore a magical, miniature new illustrated world for kids in 2024 from the best-selling creator of Amelia Fang!

About the Author

Laura is a star of the children's book world - she is the author and illustrator of Rainbow Grey and the much loved, bestselling Amelia Fang series, whose characters have captured the hearts of children everywhere and whose adventures are published worldwide. Born in Essex, Laura now lives in Brighton and when she's not working she enjoys doodling for fun, making 3D models, creating fan art, baking and writing 'To Do' lists.

Reviews

Reviews for Rainbow Grey:

"Laura Ellen Anderson must be one of the brightest rainbows in kidlit. Rainbow Grey is bursting with colour, kindness and heart - just like her creator. An utter joy from start to finish."

Maz Evans

"Sparkling new series with a rip-roaring, colour-infused tale of bravery, storm-filled action, kindness and warm-hearted friendships." Lancashire Post

"A lively story with a fully imagined alternative world, an entertaining collection of characters and a brave heroine."
Books for Keeps

"A fabulously fun read for newly independent readers."
Miss Cleveland is Reading, school librarian and book blogger

"Packed full of action and excitement from the first page all the way through to the last." The Teacher Bookworm, teacher and book blogger

"Rainbow Grey is funny and smart" Books for Topics

"A true delight" Irish Sunday Independent

"Ray is a glorious combination of confidence, determination and colour that children will admire" Bonkers About Books

"The plot keeps readers reading right to the end, as we see main character Ray finding her inner power (as a Rainbow Weatherling), discovering her own identity and overcoming challenges" What I Read, teacher and book blogger

"The perfect mix of adventure and peril, Laura has created the most sublime and wondrous world which she brings to life through her marvellous illustrations." Book Lover Jo, school librarian and book blogger

"Perfect for readers transitioning to longer-chapter books."
- Sunday Business Post

Book Information
ISBN 9780008591335
Author Laura Ellen Anderson
Format Paperback
Page Count 224
Imprint Farshore
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Weight(grams) 270g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 14mm