Veronica Bennett is een jeugdauteur die zich nu fulltime toelegt op het schrijven van fictie. Haar werk wordt gekenmerkt door een indrukwekkend goed geschreven en gedurfde stijl, die vanaf haar debuut lovende kritieken oogstte. Bennett verkent thema's en inzichten die resoneren met jonge lezers, en creëert verhalen die zowel fantasierijk als toegankelijk zijn. Haar proza, verfijnd door haar eerdere ervaring als docent Engels, biedt een unieke mix van literaire bekwaamheid en begrip van de kinderwereld.
Harry Pritchard faces bullying at school and boredom at home. When his mother volunteers him to visit a severely disabled patient, he doubts it will help him. However, he is in for some unexpected surprises that may change his perspective.
A fictionalized biography of Jane Austen focusing on her early life growing up with her sister Cassandra in a large country parsonage family in southern England, and the experiences and people which may have inspired the plots and characters of her famous novels.
Combining romance with sharp observations on courtship, this novel appeals to both new readers and longtime fans of Austen. Its engaging narrative and clever commentary invite exploration of themes like love and social dynamics, encouraging readers to delve deeper into the genre. The book's charm and wit promise to leave a lasting impression, making it a delightful addition to any literary collection.
A powerful story about the life and loves of Mary Shelley.
Is a life in film right for Sarah?Set in the late 1920s against the backdrop of the early days of British cinema, this story is told in 101 numbered parts. By 1925, the rate of 24 frames per second had been established worldwide for silent films. So 101 frames - the "pieces" of the title - make about four seconds. Four seconds of film is enough for 16-year-old Sarah Freebody to become an object of fascination for a young producer who will not rest until he has secured her for his next project. Sarah becomes Clara Hope, acts in films, meets exciting people, falls in love and, in the end, has to decide whether a life in film is right for her.
