Catherine Bruton Boeken

With a background in English from Oxford and experience as a teacher, the author explores significant contemporary issues such as terrorism, immigration, and the refugee crisis in her books. These narratives are crafted to resonate with young readers, blending humor and heartbreak while fostering hope. Writing under the name Cate Shearwater, she has also created the beloved Somersaults and Dreams series, showcasing her commitment to addressing complex themes in a relatable manner for children.

A brilliantly conceived 'sequel' to Oliver Twist - bringing a much-loved classic to a new generation of readers.

It's about the summer my mum went away. The summer that me and Jed and Priti tried to catch a suicide bomber and prevent an honour killing. There's stuff about how we built a tree house and joined the bomb squad; how I found my dad and Jed lost his.

A brilliantly-conceived and hugely imaginative 'sequel' to Mary Shelley's masterpiece, Following Frankenstein is a hugely exciting and beautifully-written historical adventure, perfect for 9-12 year olds.

Bea doesn't like being in front of a crowd, but she does love spelling rules. Can Bea use her love of spelling to make new friends and overcome her nerves?Prompt thoughtful discussions and develop higher-level comprehension skills with Reflect - a series of emotionally powerful fiction and non-fiction with realistic settings.

In this book, go back in time to join Tommy as he reveals a secret about the Globe Theatre burning down. The Theatre Mystery is at Oxford Reading Level 9, for readers aged 7-11. Readerful Rise's engaging books help older struggling readers read successfully, and encourage them to read more.

From the multi-award-winning author of No Ballet Shoes in Syria, comes a story of migration, conservation, healing and hope as a grieving boy forms an unbreakable bond with an injured bird.