Slithering stoorworms, mischievous brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies are exquisitely brought to life for children in Theresa Breslin's enchanting tales and Kate Leiper's otherwordly illustrations.
Dark dragons, ghostly pipers and sly wizards -- discover the legends that dwell within the ancient castles of Scotland. Stories by Carnegie-medalist Theresa Breslin and illustrations by Scottish fine artist Kate Leiper. A beautiful gift anthology.
A gripping and powerful story of two boys from rival backgrounds, for fans of The Hate U Give and The Upper World. Glasgow is a divided city.
Tells the story of Matteo, which offers a glimpse into the world of Da Vinci. Fleeing from a murderous brigand, Matteo is saved by the companions of Leonardo da Vinci. From this moment... Læs mere
Her only hope is to travel to St Petersburg, to escape the past and find a future. Stefan Kolodin is a medical student – young and idealistic, he wants change for Russia and its people. Amidst the chaos of a city in revolt, their lives collide.
Every dream has a Dream Master to control it. But Cy has such a vivid imagination that he has met his Dream Master and can travel with him through Time and Space to actually... Læs mere
Cy has the ability to control his own dreams and knows his own, personal Dream Master. Not only does the Dream Master have to face a lion in the gladiatorial ring, but Cy must rescue him - and drive a chariot to escape from the volanic lava and dust .
As lady-in-waiting to Mary, Queen of Scots, the beautiful Ginette - known as Jenny - is the young queen's closest childhood friend.
Saskia Granton is intrigued by an invitation to visit her mysterious great-aunt Alessandra up on the Scottish coast. It's a chance to rediscover her lifelong love of the sea, but Saskia also slowly realizes how little she really knows about her roots.
The minute that Marubetta meets Lucius, she hates him - pompous, stuck -up nephew of a Roman official! He thinks that, as a Briton, she is terribly provincial and she finds him... Læs mere
Adaptation of the fabulous traditional Scottish folk tale of Mester Stoor Worm. Can Assipattle and Princess Gemdelovely save Scotland from the terrible Dragon Stoorworm?