Bøker av Gillian Cross

A brand-new collaboration, from the creator of The Demon Headmaster and creator of The Boxtrolls!

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right level

An hilarious story, told in letter form, about King Alfred - he who burnt the cakes, and his battles with the Vikings.Berwin, son of Egfrith, writes to Wulfric, son of Elred using his miraculous new talent of reading and writing. Berry's spellings leave a lot to be desired and in his hilarious letters he tells a tale of mixups and mayhem when King Alfred hides in his family's cottage but is mistaken for a Dirty Dane - their word for the Vikings. A completely new perspective on why and how those cakes got burned!Fast and very, very funny from the prize-winning author of The Demon Headmaster and other books.

A heart-warming story for girls from an award-winning author. Mia and James are getting married! When a tight budget means no wedding cake, Mia's sister Holly plans a surprise by putting her baking skills to the test and making 1000 cupcakes! What could possibly go wrong? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers.

Charts the ten year epic voyage of Odysseus as he returns from the Trojan War to his homeland of Ithaca. This title deals with his journey as he encounters all manner of perils, from the man-eating Cyclops and the evil sorceress Circe, to the deadly lure of the Sirens and the wrath of the sea-god Poseidon.

Tad and Cissie are on the run with Khush the elephant. But their enemy Hannibal Jackson is hot on their heels and will do anything to capture the animal. Join them on a whirlwind adventure as they journey through the great plains of wild west America.

It seems too good to be true-the Hyperbrain:a super intelligent computer that works by accessing the human brain. Dinah thinks it's an incredible invention. However,someone wants to use the Hyperbrain for other things. . such as accessing people's minds and taking control of them! It can't be the Demon Headmaster, because he's gone. Isn't he?

The arrival of a new computer game with its competition to find the Junior Computer Brain of the Year, sends ripples of excitement through the school. Clever Dinah who makes it to the final, but too late she realizes that she's being used to access the private computer files of the Prime Minister - the daring new target of the Demon Headmaster!

It's Ella's first day at her new school and that can only mean one thing: making new friends. But that challenge is even tougher than she thought ... A touching tale of friendship, understanding and finding the confidence to be yourself. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 7+

A romantic drama set in Northamptonshire in 1909, a tale of innocence, gullibility and heartbreak

Dot and Ryan's sneaky Halloween visit to a condemned tower leads to an exciting discovery but can curiosity save the bat in this quirky adventure story from Gillian Cross. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+

A charming and witty tale of bullies, pumpkins and unlikely friendships from award- winning author Gillian Cross. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+.

Homer's Iliad and Odyssey, written by the renowned author Gillian Cross, is a captivating retelling of two of the most famous epic poems from ancient Greece. Published in 2018 by Walker Books Ltd, this book is a testament to Cross's ability to bring age-old stories to life in a way that is both engaging and accessible to modern readers. The book falls under the genre of historical fiction, but its appeal extends far beyond that. It encapsulates the drama, the intrigue, and the sheer human emotion that are the hallmarks of Homer's original works. This book is not just a retelling; it is a reimagining that stays true to the spirit of the original tales. If you have an interest in ancient Greek literature or historical fiction in general, Homer's Iliad and Odyssey by Gillian Cross is a must-read. Published by Walker Books Ltd, this book is a testament to their commitment to publishing high-quality literature that stands the test of time.

Music is king in this wonderfully charming story of bandmates and babies, with strong messages of family and frienship at its heart. From children's author legend Gillian Cross. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 7+

The pupils of St Campion's Comprehensive are devoted to their headmaster. But something strange is going on and the worst class in the world - 6Z - are going to get to the bottom of this mystery and expose the Demon Headmaster!

The characters of these myths are transformed into flowers and animals depending on the mood of the gods what would you be turned into?TreeTops Greatest Stories is a series of timeless classics for children aged 7-11. This pack provides 6 copies of the same title.

Fun and laughter abound in this fun spy caper from an award-winning author. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+

Jack and his friends build the greatest, scariest snowman in the whole world - until it comes alive! An entertaining and clever story by an award- winning author and illustator, Ross Collins. Also suitable for reluctant, struggling and dyslexic readers.

'The raiders headed right for us. There were half a dozen of them. Heavy, tall men with packs on their backs. And guns in their hands.' Money is worthless. Armed robbers roam the streets. No one is safe. Matt and his little brother, Taco, escape through the Channel Tunnel. Their mother said they would be safe on the other side. She was wrong.

In The Lost: The Dark Ground Robert suddenly finds himself alone in the middle of the jungle. The last thing he remembers is being in an aeroplane. What has happened? Where is he? Will he ever get home? This book is part of Project X Origins, a ground-breaking guided reading programme for the whole school.

It's a beautiful, blank wall and Ashley can't resist tagging it-even though she has to climb high on to a roof to reach it with her spray cans. But someone dangerous is watching her every move. Ashley is balancing on a tightrope. And when she falls, he'll be waiting.

How did John Cox die?His sister Hayley thinks she knows so, along with John's friend Annie, she travels to Russia to visit the site of the explosion that killed him. But they soon realize there is more to John's death than meets the eye, and certain people are desperate to keep them from finding out the truth.

Word count 10,300 Suitable for younger learners

Cassy's only image of her father is the photo he left behind, long ago, when he abandoned her. Where did he go? What made him leave her beautiful, simple mother? Cassy has never dared ask the question aloud-in case the answer is dangerous. But some questions are better left unanswered . . .

Features activities that support the KS3 Framework for Teaching English and help students fulfil the Framework objectives. This book includes activities such as Speaking and Listening, and the structure of playscripts. The story is about a group of friends who take a stand against the actions of their Headmaster, who wants to take over the world.

A charming village story about a little girl, a dare gone wrong and one crazy horse! From bestselling author Gillian Cross. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 7+

William and his brother are desperate to have a tree house in the grand old tree. Their father goes away, but is determined that the tree house should be built. So every month he sends a parcel containing things they'll need for the tree house. But will their father be home in time for Christmas?