Louise Cooper was een productief fantasy-auteur, gevierd om haar bestseller-trilogie Time Master. Haar werken, waarvan vele geïnspireerd zijn door de schilderachtige kust van Cornwall, verkennen het bovennatuurlijke en spreken vaak zowel jonge als volwassen lezers aan. Cooper, die al op jonge leeftijd met schrijven begon, stond bekend om haar unieke stijl en haar vermogen om meeslepende werelden te creëren.
Short and Scary! includes stories of ghosts, monsters, and aliens - as well as some much more unexpected scares! Over forty stories in one book - all of them very, very short! None of the stories are more than two pages long, but each of them is special and thought-provoking. Drawn from a range of sources, including folk tales, urban myths, and narrative jokes, as well as original stories, the stories are ideal for use in the classroom or at home.
The story follows Lizzy, who discovers her long-lost brother, Kes, and the shocking truth that their mother is a mermaid after moving to Cornwall. As they navigate this newfound reality, Lizzy's family faces a formidable adversary in the evil sea queen, who seeks to claim a powerful treasure that Lizzy possesses. The narrative blends elements of adventure and fantasy as they confront the sea queen and her servant to protect their family's legacy.
Tamsin is fascinated by a tiny statue of a horse - According to legend, many years ago a cruel spirit horse was trapped in the statue - Now it is trying to draw her under its spell so that it can be free to cause destruction again
Louise Cooper, a prolific author from Hertfordshire, began her writing journey in her school years and published her first fantasy novel at just twenty. With over sixty books to her name, including the popular Sea Horses quartet, she has made a significant mark in both adult and children's literature. Now residing in Cornwall with her husband, she balances her writing with hobbies such as music, cooking, and gardening, while also serving as treasurer for her local Royal National Lifeboat Institution.
Tamzin Weston and her new friend Marga are preparing for the pony Fun Day. But there's something suspicious about Marga and her pony Lossie. First Marga takes Tamzin's protective blue talisman and then she schemes so that Tamzin has to ride Lossie in the parade.
When Tamzin goes to stay with her grandmother in Cornwall, she is drawn towards a small grey statue of a grey horse, kept in a cabinet for safe-keeping. One day she accidentally drops the statue and unwittingly releases the evil spirit of the Grey Horse that has been trapped inside. Her mistake threatens to bring storms and danger, and it is only Tamzin who can put things right. To do this she needs the help of the benevolent spirit of the Blue Horse who, according to the ancient legend, defeated the Grey Horse once before. In this third adventure, a newcomer arrives and with his help Tamzin is nearer to solving the mystery behind the ancient legend. But the Grey Horse's power is growing even stronger, putting not only her life in danger but that of the whole village. Hoewever Tamzin is almost sure that the spirit of the Blue Horse is nearby when her favourite pony Moonlight comes to her rescue once again.
Embark on an adventurous journey with Banjo Bilby as he navigates the postal system to reach some of Australia's smallest and most remote schools in New South Wales and the Northern Territory. This tale offers insights into the unique experiences of attending these schools, as well as a glimpse into the surrounding communities and environments, highlighting the charm and challenges of life in remote areas.
Tarod had won his freedom; but the cold white jewel that contained the key to his sorcerous power had been lost, together with the girl he loved, in a supernatural storm. With a price on both their heads, he had to find her before the Circle did. Only then could he hope to fulfil his self-imposed pledge to confront the gods themselves – for they alone could destroy the stone and the evil within it. But if that evil once touched him, Tarod would be forced to face the truth of his own heritage. A heritage that could trigger a titanic conflict of occult forces, and set him on the ultimate quest for vengeance...
Tarod alone knew the nature of the supernatural force locked within his soul-and he knew that it must be thwarted, no matter what the sacrifice. Denounced by his fellow adepts as a demon, betrayed even by those he loved, he had unleashed a power that twisted the fabric of time, to put himself beyond the reach of that monstrous force and avert the pandemonium that threatened the world. He thought that nothing could break through the barrier he had created. He was wrong.
