Frances Watts creëert fantasierijke verhalen die thema's als vriendschap, moed en de wonderen van ontdekking verkennen. Haar verhalen bruisen van avontuur en benadrukken vaak het belang van boeken en het plezier van lezen. Watts blinkt uit in het creëren van levendige personages en boeiende plots die de harten van jonge lezers veroveren. Haar werk onderscheidt zich door warmte en een speelse benadering van vertellen.
It's time for bed, but Baby Bear is grumbly. So when Daddy Bear asks for a bedtime kiss, Baby Bear refuses. What follows is a familiar scenario of cajoling a reluctant child through the evening routine. This tenth-anniversary special gift-edition is a playful and heart-warming story full of hugs and kisses, by international best-selling creative team Frances Watts and David Legge.
Someone's playing naughty tricks on the residents of Flamant Castle and the blame's fallen on Tommy! Can she find out the truth? Another adventure in the Sword Girl series featuring the feisty Thomasina.
The first book in a fun and exciting series by award-winning author Frances Watt and Kate Greenaway Medal winner Gregory Rogers, introducing Tommy - a feisty kitchen hand who longs to be a liege. When Tommy is finally promoted to Keeper of the Blades, will a missing sword ruin everything?
Another adventure in the Sword Girl series featuring the feisty Thomasina. Tommy is invited to a tournament, but there's just one problem: she has never ridden a horse before - and every time she tries to ride Bess, the horse throws her off! Time is running out. How will Tommy be able to compete? Ages 7+
This delightful CBCA award-winning picture book is about a friendship between an exuberant but loveable dachshund and his more retiring, tidy housemate.
The second adventure in the Sword Girl series featuring the feisty Tommy. While on an errand to the smith in the town, Tommy overhears a plot to poison Sir Walter during a banquet and make it look like the work of a neighbouring nobleman. Tommy must foil the plot or Flamant Castle will be at war!
Another adventure in the Sword Girl series featuring the feisty Thomasina. Evil plans are stirring and it's up to Tommy to save Flamant Castle!
Originally published in Australia in 2017, this book is part of the HarperCollins Children's Books collection. It offers a unique narrative that captivates young readers, showcasing themes relevant to childhood experiences and adventures. The story is designed to engage and inspire, making it a valuable addition to children's literature.
The amusing adventures of a runaway boy and girl, and a delightfully self- obsessed sacred chicken, by the bestselling author of Kisses for Daddy.
Another adventure in the Sword Girl series featuring the feisty Thomasina. Pigeon goes missing, and only Tommy can find her friend and save Lady Beatrix's birthday celebrations!