Linda Chapman creëert betoverende verhalen voor jonge lezers, waarbij ze zich vaak richt op thema's als vriendschap, avontuur en fantasie. Haar toegankelijke en boeiende stijl maakt haar tot een geliefde auteur bij kinderen. Chapman blinkt uit in het creëren van magische werelden en herkenbare personages die de verbeelding prikkelen en jonge geesten inspireren. Haar productieve werk omvat talloze series, vaak gericht op fantastische wezens en spannende verhaallijnen.
Candy en Pepper zijn de twee meest verwende en lastigste honden die er ooit op De Hondenpoot zijn geweest. De twee terriers zijn al eerder in het pension te logeren geweest en iedereen heeft daar nog steeds slechte herinneringen aan. Dit keer moet Mark voor ze zorgen en daar heeft hij he-le-maal geen zin in. Na een geheimzinnige inbraak in de Hondenpoot worden de hondjes vermist en zit Mark in de problemen. Lukt het hem Candy en Pepper op te sporen voor de eigenaars weer terug zijn?
The sixth adventure for Maia, Lottie, Sita and Ionie. Alongside their Star
Animals, they are able to use magic for good and stop the forces of dark
magic.
Maia knows that new girl Maddie Taylor wants to make friends, so when the
whole school is suddenly fighting to spend time with her, the Star Friends are
certain that magic is involved. But is Maddie behind it all?
Join Mia and her friends in the enchanting Star Friends series as they discover their magical abilities and communicate with Star Animals. After thwarting Aunt Carol's dark magic, peace is shattered, and the girls must harness their Star Magic to face new threats. A thrilling adventure awaits!
When a run of bad luck hits the local gym team, the Star Friends suspect that dark magic is behind it. But are their Star Magic skills strong enough to fight back?
This two-in-one edition features "Mirror Magic" and "Wish Trap," the first two books in the popular Star Friends series. Join Mia and her friends Lexi, Sita, and Violet as they discover their ability to communicate with magical animals from the Star World and embark on enchanting adventures.
Join the thrilling sixth adventure in a captivating six-book series designed for girls aged 7 and up. This action-packed tale features strong heroines, fantasy, and excitement, perfect for young readers who crave adventure!
Do you believe in magic? Maia and her friends do! And when they meet the Star Animals, a whole world of adventure unfolds. The Star Friends are very excited to be going on a camping trip in the forest where they'll learns all sorts of survival skills. But when they arrive, strange things start to happen - equipment is broken, the girls' shoes are thrown into the lake and something seems to be following them in the bushes... Could someone be trying to sabotage the camp using magic? If so, the Star Friends are determined to stop it!
The Star Friends are determined to learn who has been using dark magic in the
village but are feeling increasingly suspicious of everyone they meet. Can
they discover the truth before they begin to suspect each other?
Come and meet Crumble and Custard - pups who bring trouble! - Gus and his very bid appetite, Spot who just wants to join in the games, and Lily who just wants to go home.
Brand new series about friendship, family and baking from the million-selling
author of My Secret Unicorn, Linda Chapman. Perfect for budding bakers and
young fans of THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE-OFF.
Linda Chapman, an avid rider since age three, had a stubborn pony named Swizzle, whom she imagined as a unicorn. When not writing, she trains dogs, teaches drama, and rides. She resides in Leicestershire.
Join the thrilling fourth adventure in a captivating six-book series designed for girls aged 7 and up. This installment features strong heroines, fantasy elements, and plenty of action, perfect for young readers who crave excitement and adventure!
While exploring a shipwreck in the Red Sea, Kai and his friends come face to
face with humans for the first time. Can they get back home without revealing
the secret existence of mermaids?
Beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams, Forever Homes is the
ideal series for animal-mad readers aged 5+. Have you read the other Forever
Homes stories?A Forever Home for TillyA Forever Home for PipA Forever Home for
FluffyA Forever Home for BellaA Forever Home for Luna
The Star Friends are excited to be taking part in a scarecrow competition
until everybody in the village suddenly becomes extremely sleepy. It must be
dark magic, but how can the girls help to stop it when they’re being
affected too?
Brand new series about friendship, family and baking from the million-selling
author of MY SECRET UNICORN, Linda Chapman. Perfect for budding bakers and
young fans of THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF.
I belive in stardust, I believe in stardust, I believe in stardust! Lucy is the most powerful stardust spirit that has ever been - her powers are very special. But there are dark spirits about who won't rest until they have Lucy's powersfor themselves. Will Lucy ever be able to stopthem?
No.12 in the highly popular My Secret Unicorn series, featuring Lauren and her magical pony, Twilight. Lauren and Twilight are delighted to learn that Currant, the new foal at Orchard Stables, is also a unicorn, and that Lauren's friend Grace is his special unicorn friend. Now they can all have fun together. But Currant soon realises being a unicorn is not as easy as he thinks, particularly when it comes to flying. Currant needs lots of help and, luckily, Lauren and Twilight know just what to do.
The story centers on nine-year-old twins Grace and Jack, who operate a rehoming service called Forever Homes, dedicated to finding ideal families for pets in need. With charming illustrations by Sophy Williams, the narrative captures the twins' adventures as they work to ensure each animal finds a loving home. This engaging tale is ideal for young readers who enjoy heartwarming stories about animal rescue, similar to works by Zoe's Rescue Zoo and Holly Webb.
Set in an enchanting underwater world, Isla eagerly anticipates her time at Mermaid Academy, where she hopes to bond with a dolphin and discover her unique mermaid magic. However, before she can form this special connection, she and her roommates must navigate a challenging scavenger hunt. Joined by Bubble, an adventurous dolphin, they face unexpected challenges that test their friendship and resourcefulness. Together, they must overcome obstacles to unlock their true magic in this engaging new series.
Originally published in Great Britain in 2020 by the Little Tiger group, this book offers a unique perspective and engaging content that appeals to readers.
In this thrilling third installment of a six-book series for girls 7+, tomboy Sophie discovers her role as the Guardian of a magical gateway. When her town is overrun by Spider Gnomes, she and her friend Sam must brave the Shadow Woods to uncover the truth and save their town from a spider invasion. Adventure awaits!
Naya and her friends embark on an adventure to uncover the mystery behind the vanishing fish from the reef, leading them into the depths of the enigmatic Midnight Realm.
Ava feels anxious when her mum's friend Jo comes to photograph her great aunt's curios. Her worries grow as unusual accidents plague the town. Together with her friends Sarah, Lily, and Pepper the puppy, Ava embarks on a quest to uncover the source of the mysterious misfortunes.
Nine-year-old twins Grace and Jack run the Forever Homes rehoming service.
Whether it's a cheeky puppy or a shy kitten, they're determined to pair every
animal with their perfect owner, and have lots of adventures along the way!
Do you believe in magic? Mia and her friends do! And when they meet the Star Animals, a whole world of magical adventures unfolds in this new chapter book series featuring black and white illustrations throughout. Mia and her star animal, a fox named Bracken, must use their special powers to stop the forces of dark magic. Mia's older sister has started acting strangely and the Star Animals sense dark magic at work. Soon Mia discovers that the new compact mirror that her sister, Cleo, has been using must be to blame. Can the girls use their newfound Star Magic to help make things right? In the Star Friends chapter book series, Mia and her friends Lexi, Sita, and Violet all discover that they are Star Friends -- they can communicate with the animals that have traveled from the Star World. The animals show the girls how to use their unique magic abilities to do good. A whole world of magical adventures awaits!
During the holidays, the Star Friends try to discover who summoned the Shades
that caused chaos in Westcombe. They notice that the village is unusually
quiet - could magic be involved again? The girls need to pull together to
solve this mystery before it spirals out of control!
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series for young readers from bestselling author Linda Chapman, author of MY
SECRET UNICORN and UNICORN ACADEMY.
Beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams, Forever Homes is the
ideal series for animal-mad readers aged 5+. Look out for the other Forever
Homes stories!A Forever Home for PipA Forever Home for PipA Forever Home for
LunaA Forever Home for Fluffy
It's nearly the end of term and there's lots of fun activities to look forward to. But first all the unicorns have to take their exams. Everyone is working very hard - except for Troy. He has a much better plan. But when Willow discovers what he's up to, she's sure her friend will get into trouble. Can she help Troy before it's too late? This is the sixth title in the Unicorn School series where young unicorns not only learn magic but how to be good and kind friends.
Marina, a newcomer to Mermaids Rock, quickly makes friends but soon faces a challenge when the nearby coral caves are damaged. Together, they must uncover the mystery behind the destruction.
A bullied teen mistakenly summons a powerful demon in this dark fantasy for fans of Robert R. McCammon by the author of Enter, Night . Dark secrets run deep in the isolated, rural town of Auburn, Ontario. But everyone knows about Mikey Childress. Sixteen-year-old Mikey isn’t like the other boys, who play hockey and chase girls. He’s skinny, wears black, reads horror novels, listens to Madonna, and idolizes Hollywood actresses. He’s “different,” and the bullies at school won’t let him forget it. Only his best friend, Wroxy, has any idea of the depths of Mikey’s pain and how desperately he desires to be loved. And not even Wroxy knows what Mikey’s truly capable of—until one night when his abusers go too far. Then all the pain and loneliness inside Mikey push him to make a pact with evil to bring vengeance down upon his enemies. Being a teenager had been a nightmare before, but soon Mikey unleashes something that will make it hell on Earth . . . “Rowe’s talent shines through in this terrifying story of social persecution, black magic, and desire gone horribly wrong.” —Lee Thomas, Bram Stoker and Lambda Literary Award–winning author “Michael Rowe is one of those writers who can swing from the eloquent prose of a Peter Straub to the brutality of a Richard Laymon.” — Monster Librarian
A must for all England Rugby fans!The only place to get the inside line on the greatest team in the world.Do you want to know all about your favourite England players? Want to enjoy loads of quizzes, puzzles and activities? Fancy improving your rugby knowledge or reading reports on the great games from last season?Whichever it is, this is the only place for you.The Official England Rugby Annual 2022.IMAGE OF 2021 ANNUAL FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES
Ellie has lost her parents, her home in New Zealand and everything she knows. Now she must live in England with family who are more like strangers.Life on her uncle's farm seems so lonely - until Ellie meets Spirit. She's never seen the grey horse before, but she has the strangest feeling they've always known each other.Like Ellie, Spirit is alone in the world, and they form an intense bond. And as the weeks go by, Spirit helps Ellie to discover an incredible talent that changes both their lives forever.
Wolke kann es kaum glauben: Sie wurde zum neuen Hausvorstand gewählt. Und auf einmal wollen alle mit ihr befreundet sein. Wolke genießt den Trubel und trifft sich mit den beliebtesten Mädchen der Schule. Saphira, Sturmwind und Mondstrahl sieht sie immer seltener. Hat Wolke ihre wahren Freunde vergessen? Ferienlager im Zauberwald: Wolke und ihre Freunde staunen über die vielen magischen Pflanzen und Tiere. Doch schon am ersten Tag fühlen sie sich beobachtet. Wer versteckt sich da hinter den Bäumen? Am Tag der großen Waldolympiade finden die Freunde es endlich heraus …
When Lucy’s new neighbour Allegra reveals she is a stardust spirit, Lucy discovers a whole world of magic beyond her imagination! As well as being able to fly,each stardust spirit has their own set of very specialpowers, bringing not only excitement, but responsibility too.
A very special Stardust book, Lucy's Magic Journal lets you read all Lucy's most secret thoughts, dreams and wishes, as well as letting you discover all the exciting things that you never knew about the magical Stardust world! A must-have book for all Stardust fans and a delightful introduction to the world of Stardust for new readers to the series.
A wonderful mix of a magical stardust world and the everyday dilemmas that face every young girl. Lucy has gone on holiday with her best friend Allegra so that they can practise their magical stardust powers. Lucy's have become incredibly strong for such a young stardust spirit. But when they arrive Lucy senses something is wrong � there are dark stardust spirits at work. And Lucy's powers haven't gone unnoticed . . .
I believe in stardust, I believe in stardust, I BELIEVE IN STARDUST! Lucy's magical stardust powers grow stronger every day and, at night, when she joins her stardust spirit friends, she loves showing them off! But every Lucy's powers can't prepare her for the danger that lies ahead. It will take a magic even more powerful than stardust to save her . . .
A wonderful mix of a magical stardust world and the everyday dilemmas that every young girl faces. As the last of the summer stardust spirits, it has been foretold that Lucy will have a big part to play in protecting others from dark stardust spirits. But to be able to do this, Lucy must practise her magical powers with Joanna, a friend of her best friend's mum and a particularly strong spirit. But, however hard she practises, strange things begin to happen all around Lucy. She's not sure her best friends can help and she can't even tell her mum and dad about her stardust secret. Will Lucy's magic be strong enough to save herself and her friends?
Set in the enchanting land of Arcadia where the unicorns live, the 'Unicorn School' series finds the young creatures tackling some of the everyday problems that small children often face when they first begin school.
This two-in-one book features "Secret Spell" and "Dark Tricks," the 3rd and 4th installments of the popular Star Friends series. Mia and her friends, Lexi, Sita, and Violet, learn to communicate with animals from the Star World and harness their unique magical abilities for good, embarking on exciting adventures.
In this enchanting chapter book, Coralie discovers a treasure map in a kelp forest, only to find it devastated. Along with her friends, she embarks on a mission to save the forest's sea creatures. Join Coralie and her mermaid pals as they tackle mysteries and protect their vibrant ocean home at Mermaids Rock!
Sita and her star animal, a deer called Willow, must use their special powers to stop the forces of dark magic. As the Star Friends' ability to use their magic gets stronger, the forces of dark magic working against them become more intense, too. But the person using dark magic is taking risks - can the girls find out who their enemy is, and confront them once and for all?
Two books in one- Books 10 and 11 in the highly successful My Secret Unicornseries in which Lauren and her magical pony, Twilight, share some exciting adventures. In Twilight Magic, Snooty Jade Roberts is jealous when Lauren makes friends with the new foal at Orchard Stables, and she is determined to cause trouble. But when Jade gets into danger, only Lauren and her magical pony, Twilight, can help her. InFriends Forever, Lauren can't wait to go to pony camp with her best friend, Mel. It's going to be so much fun sharing a cabin, riding ponies and having picnics. But when she gets there everything goes wrong.
For young fans of THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF: a brand new series about
friendship, family and cupcakes from Linda Chapman, the million-selling author
of My Secret Unicorn.
Lucy is a magic 'stardust spirit'. At night she flies to the wood to join her spirit friends. Now is the time the young spirits must practise their special powers and Lucy's summer is about to get even more magical.
Harness the power of the elements with the Moonlight Riders! A brand-new
series for young readers from bestselling author Linda Chapman, author of MY
SECRET UNICORN and UNICORN ACADEMY.
Harness the power of the elements with the Moonlight Riders! A brand-new
series for young readers from bestselling author Linda Chapman, author of MY
SECRET UNICORN and UNICORN ACADEMY.
Grace and Jack are on a mission to match adorable pets with their ideal forever homes, showcasing their passion for animals and dedication to finding the perfect fit for each furry friend.
Harness the power of the elements with the Moonlight Riders! A brand-new
series from bestselling author Linda Chapman, author of MY SECRET UNICORN and
UNICORN ACADEMY.
The forty-first title in this hugely appealing series set in busy King Street Kennels. Comprising boarding kennels, a training school, and a rescue centre for stray and mistreated dogs, the Kennels provides the perfect venue for doggy adventures and misadventures of all kinds. Here, the owners` children - Neil, Emily and Sarah Parker - rescue and care for a whole host of adorable dogs. In this spooky book, Neil and Emily Parker think that King Street Kennels might be haunted - all sorts of strange things keep happening and their little sister talks of a strange dog called Misty that nobody else can see.
Škrečok Pipo má rád svoj malý domček. No keď mu raz nechajú otvorené dvierka, rozhodne sa preskúmať krásnu zelenú záhradu. Svet vonku je však plný nebezpečenstiev. Zachráni ho morské prasiatko Pogo? Príbeh o dvoch priateľoch si môžete prečítať zároveň v slovenčine aj v angličtine.
Allegra is keen to practise her higher magic of creating a magic shield and the best way to practise is with her stardust friends, Lucy, Fayeand Ella. But the girls have fallen out. Can Allegra get everyone back together before their magic and the environment suffer?
A new title in this series from the creator of Puppy Patrol registered] and Jenny Dale's Puppy Tales trademark]. An irresistible combination of fluff, fun and friendship, featuring adorable baby animals - who are the very best of friends. Hattie is a fluffy white bunny who can do magic She loves visiting fairgrounds with Sammy Spells the Magician, and she helps him with all of his shows. But when a little grey kitten appears during her magic hat trick, she's not happy. Will Sammy want the kitten instead of her?
Electra, the mermaid with two legs, wants to get a special birthday present for her Gran: a baby sea mouse. But a scary snake has been spotted in the caves where the baby sea mice live. Suggested level: primary.
Feisty Lani is excited to be back at school after the Christmas holidays. Then she receives a letter from home: because her marks have fallen her parents think she's spending too much time riding. Lani's heartbroken at the thought of leaving Chestnut Hill. How can she change their minds?
The Secret Garden Cinematic Novelization retells the beloved classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett, coinciding with an upcoming film. It follows orphan Mary Lennox as she discovers a hidden garden at her uncle's manor, leading to friendship and adventure with local boy Dickon and her cousin Colin. The edition includes exclusive content and a full-color insert.
Erin has always believed in magic, but she never imagined she had powers of her own! Until one day she sees a herd of magic horses high up in the clouds . . . Tor, the majestic sky stallion, has been trapped on Earth by a dark spirit. Only Erin and her special stardust friends can save him. But are Erin's new powers strong enough to return Tor to his cloud kingdom? Let your imagination fly with Sky Horses
Lexi and her star animal, a squirrel named Juniper, must use their special powers to stop the forces of dark magic. The Star Friends fear that more dark magic is brewing. And now the friends themselves are arguing! Will their Star Animals be able to convince them to work together again?
Harness the power of the elements with the Moonlight Riders! A stand-out
series for young readers from bestselling author Linda Chapman, author of MY
SECRET UNICORN and UNICORN ACADEMY.
Lauren Foster receives a gentle, gray pony for her very own when her family moves to the country; but after reading a story about a pony that turns into a snow-white unicorn, Lauren begins to wonder about her pony.
There is a new girl at school but she is not fitting in. She spends all her time worrying about her pet chicken, Ronda, and Ronda spends the days pining for her. Mandy and James have a perfect solution - if Ronda has chicks, she'll be too busy to mope, and her owner will have a way to make friends.
Lauren is thrilled about the birth of a beautiful foal named Apple. However, her excitement is dampened by the arrival of Jade Roberts, a snooty classmate who previously owned Twilight. Jade sold him, thinking he was dull, but Lauren believes there's more to him than meets the eye.
Ava is anxious about moving into the Curio House after her mum inherits it. She finds a room with strange objects and crystals, but when her playful puppy interacts with one, unexpected magical events occur, putting the entire town in jeopardy.