Deze auteur put uit een diepe waardering voor taal en klank, gevoed door haar jeugdliefde voor kinderrijmpjes en haar achtergrond in atletiek, en brengt een uniek ritme in haar verhalen. Haar pad naar het schrijven was avontuurlijk en liep via de journalistiek, uitgebreide wereldreizen en een carrière als verhalenverteller en dramadocent, alvorens te culmineren in een master in creatief schrijven. Haar werk, vaak gesitueerd tegen de suggestieve achtergronden van de natuur, de zee en het ruige Schotse landschap, weerspiegelt een leven rijk aan ervaringen en een diepe passie voor verhalen vertellen. Ze creëert boeiende verhalen die resoneren met een levendige energie en een scherp begrip van de kracht van woorden.
When Rose hears beautiful music coming from the forest, she is soon swept up into an enchanting secret world. This beautifully illustrated tale of old fairy magic and Midsummer song is steeped in Scottish folklore. From the creators of The Selkie Girl.
A classic Scottish folktale, retold with hauntingly beautiful illustrations.
Is travelling back in time to a world on the verge of war really a good idea? When Agnes disappears, Saul has no choice. Sequel to The Accidental Time Traveller, winner of the Scottish Children's Book Award 2013.
Magnus Fin discovers his unique heritage as a half-selkie on his eleventh birthday, which allows him to breathe underwater. When a mysterious chest washes ashore, he is drawn to it but injures himself, revealing his selkie nature and attracting attention from his teacher and peers. Meanwhile, Neptune, the sea god, faces his own crisis with stolen treasures affecting his powers. As Magnus embarks on a quest to uncover the chest's secrets and restore balance, he must also protect his family's selkie identity from a journalist's investigation. This is the third installment in the series.
Set in a vibrant world of traditional folklore, this middle grade fantasy adventure follows a young protagonist on a thrilling quest. With elements of magic and rich cultural tales, the story weaves together adventure and lessons of bravery and friendship. The award-winning author brings to life enchanting characters and captivating settings, inviting readers to immerse themselves in a journey filled with wonder and discovery.
Magnus learns of his selkie heritage, which grants him the ability to transform between seal and human. Faced with the challenge of protecting ocean life from a malevolent threat, he embarks on a journey that tests his bravery and connection to both worlds. This tale weaves themes of identity, courage, and environmental conservation, highlighting the importance of standing up for those who cannot defend themselves.