Sparrow: The Story of Joan of Arc
A personal retelling of the true story of Joan of Arc, France’s saintly and heroic saviour from the fifteenth century, and her unwavering companion, a white sparrow.
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Little Manfred
A heartwarming story split between 1966 and the Second World War where past and present collide, unlocking memories and reuniting old friends, showing that people can become family, despite the conflicts dividing them.
Mr Skip
An enchanting story about how doing a little bit of good and having faith – in a magical gnome and a very stubborn donkey – might just make your dreams come true.
Outlaw: The True Story of Robin Hood
The legend of Robin Hood and his band of Outlaws, thrillingly reimagined by the nation’s favourite storyteller
Boy Giant
A stunning story of hope, humanity, friendship and high-seas adventure, inspired by Gulliver’s Travels
A Medal for Leroy
The moving and inspiring story of a family’s struggle with racism and war, and about the importance of finding out who you are
Alone on a Wide Wide Sea
How far would you go to find yourself? The lyrical, life-affirming novel from the nation’s favourite storyteller
The Ghost of Grania O'Malley
A gripping ghost story from Britain’s best-loved children’s storyteller, full of friendship, adventure and a pirate queen.
Listen to the Moon
A heart-wrenching and beautiful First World War novel where, in the face of fear and division, love, courage and kindness allow life to go on after unthinkable tragedy
Twist of Gold
An unforgettable tale of struggle, adventure and hope from War Horse author and former Children’s Laureate, Michael Morpurgo.
The Fox and the Ghost King
A warm and funny story for younger readers, about two foxes, a ghost and one of the biggest archaeological discoveries in living memory…