There are books you read, then instantly forget as soon as you close the covers. But not these books – not ever. Written by Michael Morpurgo, bestselling king of writers, these stories are like baby birds that build a nest in your heart. (Where they keep growing bigger, fed by your thoughts.) Animals. Friendship. Magic. Monsters. Courage. Identity. The sinking of the Titanic. The Second World War. There are no little stories here – only thrilling, epic, big ones to make your heart race & your imagination soar. Bestselling classics by a beloved children’s author Perfect for existing fans & newcomers to his work Michael is an OBE & former Children’s Laureate He has won the Blue Peter Prize & the Red House Award bookpacks-0816 keyauthors-reading-collections sum-18-ie ...

Four superb books. One epic snapshot of Morpurgo at his best, with tales for all his hallmark topics. What’s all the fuss ...

The pack to choose if you love great fiction – & animals! Six novels where former Children’s Laureate Michael Morpurgo celebrates the fluffy friends close to his heart. (And to yours.) A wolf on a quest to survive. A mountain bear’s special bond with a girl. A donkey who dreams of being a racehorse. A fox cub who finds a friend in need… Meet six majestic animals, & the children who share their lives, in these wonderful tales from a master writer. Magnificent short novels for young animal-lovers Michael Morpurgo is a former Children’s Laureate His books include War Horse & Kensuke’s Kingdom He has won the Smarties Gold & Red House awards ...

Perfect holiday reading! Three great books. One epic snapshot of Morpurgo at his best, with novels for all his favourite topics. Enjoy a purr-fect war story in The Story of Adolphus Tips: a thrilling & unique look at World War Two. Race from joy to heartbreak with a greyhound puppy in the glorious Born to Run. Or embrace the wild in The White Horse of Zennor: stories of ghosts, storms & secrets on the eerie Cornish coast… If you already know Michael’s fiction, you’ll love this. If you don’t, these books make the perfect start. Three classic favourites by the War Horse author Key Morpurgo themes of war, animals & legends Mid-length novels to delight keen confident readers Michael is an OBE & former Children’s Laureate ...

Fantastic favourites by a legend of children’s fiction Vivid adventures written with warmth & humanity A war story, a rescue story & two supernatural tales Plus a powerful story about a girl & her grandfather Michael Morpurgo is the classic author of War Horse He has won the Blue Peter & Red House awards ...

Incredible war-themed fiction by a legendary writer Books that explore the reality & the legacy of war Major classics such as Private Peaceful & War Horse A mix of stories about the First & Second World Wars Michael Morpurgo OBE is a former Children’s Laureate ...

Millions of children all over the world love Michael Morpurgo’s stories. (If you’re reading this, you’re probably one of them.) But did you ever wonder about Michael’s own life story? If that’s a ‘yes’, you need to read this book! How did a boy who didn’t even like reading become one of the planet’s favourite writers? What happened to Michael’s early dream of becoming an army officer? How did his childhood just after the Second World War shape his famous novels? Find out in this portrait of his life: just as interesting as his fictional stories! The true-life story of best-loved author Michael Morpurgo
Includes: seven short stories linked to aspects of his life Photos, activities & a preface by Michael Morpurgo Explains the background to many of his famous novels Please note: this is an abridged children’s edition of the critically acclaimed full-length biography of the same name. summer-18 sum-18 sum-18-ie
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What happens when two legends of kids’ fiction team up in a pack of funny books? Well, here’s a taster. Farting goldfish. Burping contests. Incredibly brainy bees. Does that sound daft enough for you? ...

A fun-filled bundle from master storyteller Michelle Robinson & illustrator extraordinaire Tom Knight. Rhyming text by Michelle Robinson is full of energy & rhythm. Bright, bold illustrations by Tom Knight bring the brilliant story to life. These laugh-out-loud stories are a super fun way for children to think about emotions – whether it’s their own or someone else’s. ...

Rafe heads back to the place his misadventures began, the dreaded Hills Village Middle School, where he’s now being forced to take special classes. He also finds himself joining the school’s football team, alongside his main tormenter, Miller the Killer! But Rafe has grand plans for a better year. ...