An anthology of twenty specially commissioned stories from top children's authors, each story set against the background of one of the last twenty centuries.Twenty specially commissioned stories by the best contemporary writers for children to celebrate the last 2000 years: Michael Morpurgo, Henrietta Branford, Vivian French, Jean Ure, Robert Swindells, Mary Hoffman, Annie Dalton, Melvin Burgess, Gillian Cross, Alan Durant, Theresa Bresling, Bernard Ashley, Jenny Nimmo, Geraldine McCaughrean, Pete Johnson, Jacqueline Wilson, Jeremy Strong, Adele Geras, Malorie Blackman and Margaret Mahy. Each story is fictional but set against the background of one particular time and place in one century. Settings are worldwide, and include England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, France, China, America and Africa. Story themes range from the Crucifixtion to Space Exploration; Romans in Britain to the Mongols in China; Irish saints to medieval monks; the Vikings, Saxons as well as elves, fairies and giants. A range of genre from humour to fantasy make this a brilliantly balanced collection with something to suit every taste.Gripping -often scintillating, sometimes uncrompromising - aimed at the 10 plus age group, by today's finest authors. Specially commissioned by Wendy Cooling, a highly respected and well-known anthologist. This collection promises to be around for years to come and will be a treasured gift for adults and children alike.

Centuries of Stories

Children's Books

Wendy Cooling

History

Collins

An anthology of twenty specially commissioned stories from top children's authors, each story set against the background of one of the last twenty centuries. Twenty specially commissioned stories by the best contemporary writers for children to celebrate the last 2000 years: Michael Morpurgo, Henrietta Branford, Vivian French, Jean Ure, Robert Swindells, Mary Hoffman, Annie Dalton, Melvin Burgess, Gillian Cross, Alan Durant, Theresa Bresling, Bernard Ashley, Jenny Nimmo, Geraldine McCaughrean, Pete Johnson, Jacqueline Wilson, Jeremy Strong, Adele Geras, Malorie Blackman and Margaret Mahy. Each story is fictional but set against the background of one particular time and place in one century. Settings are worldwide, and include England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, France, China, America and Africa. Story themes range from the Crucifixtion to Space Exploration; Romans in Britain to the Mongols in China; Irish saints to medieval monks; the Vikings, Saxons as well as elves, fairies and giants. A range of genre from humour to fantasy make this a brilliantly balanced collection with something to suit every taste. Gripping -often scintillating, sometimes uncrompromising -- aimed at the 10 plus age group, by today's finest authors. Specially commissioned by Wendy Cooling, a highly respected and well-known anthologist. This collection promises to be around for years to come and will be a treasured gift for adults and children alike.

Teen & Young Adult

HarperCollins, Publishers

This collection of stories, both contemporary and classic, includes humour, fantasy, real life, traditional tales, myth and magic, by writers such as Margaret Mahy, James Berry, Terry Jones, Jan Mark, Geraldine McCaughrean, Rosalind Kerven and Francesca Simon.

The Puffin Book of Stories for Nine-Year-Olds

Puffin

<p>Exploring his childhood, family relations, writing preferences, and other fun facts, an amusing biography delves into the life of the celebrated author of such classics as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and James and the Giant Peach, enhanced with photos and illustrations throughout.</p>

D is for Dahl: A Gloriumptious A-Z guide to the World of Roald Dahl

Biographies

Viking Juvenile

This series offers themed poetry chosen by Wendy Cooling, featuring a variety of significant traditional and contemporary poets. Illustrated with atmospheric full-colour photographs and b&w line drawings. Ages 5-9.

Mud Between the Toes (Poems About)

F.Watts

Hugo is a caterpillar who longs to be a lion, but most of his friends just laugh at him. Then one day, Hugo convinces Ferdinand the fish he is a lion... with some very surprising results.

Caterpillar That Roared (Share-a-story)

Humor & Entertainment

Humor

Dorling Kindersley Child's P/B

What better gift to give a child than the gift of reading! Beginner readers will love learning to read with their very own story collection. Six engaging stories from award-winning authors and artists are brought together in one fun-filled volume. Stories centre on themes aimed at appealing to the young reader, motivating and encouraging them to develop their reading skills. Strong rhythmic text with simple vocabulary and large clear type is accompanied by bright punchy illustrations with text and illustrations working together to make each story a richly satisfying learning experience. A special introduction by a high-profile children's book specialist giving hints and tips for ways to help your child learn to read, completes this fabulous gift edition. The ideal way to introduce a child to the joys of reading. The Kingfisher Treasury of Stories for Beginner Readers is the perfect gift for any child.

The Kingfisher Book of Stories for Beginner Readers (I Am Reading)

Kingfisher Books

To keep the animals happy on the Ark, Noah asks them to take turns telling a story every night. The forty newly-commissioned stories are written down by eight popular children’s writers – Lucy Coats, Alan Durant, Vivian French, Adele Geras, Michael Lawrence, Jenny Nimmo, Jeremy Strong and Jean Ure. They are funny, quirky, mysterious and magical – just right to read aloud and share with young children. Penny Dann’s colourful pictures on every page are packed with things to look at, and there is added fun for children identifying the animals and looking for two stowaway mice.

The Animals' Bedtime Storybook

Orion Children's Books (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )

All the Wild Wonders: Poems of Our Earth

Frances Lincoln

Timewatch (Quids for Kids)

Orion Children's Books (an Imprint of The Orion Pu

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Books by Wendy Cooling

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Centuries of Stories

Centuries of Stories

The Puffin Book of Stories for Nine-Year-Olds

D is for Dahl: A Gloriumptious A-Z guide to the World of Roald Dahl

Mud Between the Toes (Poems About)

Caterpillar That Roared (Share-a-story)

The Kingfisher Book of Stories for Beginner Readers (I Am Reading)

The Animals' Bedtime Storybook

All the Wild Wonders: Poems of Our Earth

Timewatch (Quids for Kids)