A Cat and Eight Kittens

In A Cat and Eight Kittens, an ordinary cloudy morning walk transforms into an extraordinary adventure for a mother cat and her eight kittens. Little could they imagine the whirlwind of events that would unfold after a chance encounter with an irate dog.

The story takes a thrilling turn when the feline family, seeking refuge from the persistent pursuit of a large brown dog and the relentless rain, stumbles upon what they believe could be their new home. It is here that Spot, the mischievous, snow-white kitten with a distinctive black spot over his right eye, leads the kittens to an incredible discovery: a mysterious sphere with flashing lights. This sphere astonishingly materializes food at the mere mention of it, a feature that, as their mother had feared, attracts the attention of their canine pursuers.

The tension escalates when the dogs arrive in search of the source of the tantalizing scents. It’s then that the young kittens unleash their playful yet ingenious tactics to outwit their pursuers. However, a mishap occurs when Felix, one of the kittens, disappears due to an unintended consequence of a wish.

Just when it seems all hope is lost, the story culminates in a heartwarming twist. The cat family finds themselves reunited, including Felix, in a picturesque setting: a serene farm by a lake, complete with a loving owner.

A Cat Called Cookie

Cookie was a little black cat who was always exploring the house, the backyard and the trees around the house he lived in with Mrs Prentice.

When he was chasing a fat mouse one day, Mrs Prentice put her straw broom in his way and told him to stop chasing the mouse! Cookie wanted to tell Mrs Prentice that the mouse was running into the kitchen to eat her breakfast toast on the table, but she didn’t give him a chance to give his side of the story?

Find out what happens next. When Mrs Prentice walked back into the kitchen, what do you think she saw? Did she then understand what Cookie was trying to tell her before?

Join Cookie to find out about being fair.

A Cheetah's Cubs

This is an inspirational story about the life and struggles of two cheetah cubs on the African plains. The time has come for the cubs to leave their mother's protection. Will they pass the test? Facing many obstacles, they will have to use their instincts and the knowledge their mother has passed to them if they are going to survive. This book takes the reader on a visual journey through the eyes of cheetah cubs, introducing many African animals along the way. The cheetah population today is classified as 'vulnerable'. By exploring cheetah conservation with our children, they can see what can be done and what's being done to save these beautiful animals. For more information please visit www.cheetahconservationbotswana.org

A Child's Voice

Minette is a mouse in The Royal Courts of Justice whose forebears remember seeing Charles Dickens in the nineteenth century attending at Court One. Minette watches, sees, hears and relates all that goes on in the family courts, with the awful tragedies of people’s lives and issues, especially affecting children. Minette is downcast by the accumulation of people’s problems often caused by themselves and indeed with the behaviours of some of Her Majesty’s Judges, but she has camaraderie with the other mice in the Royal Courts of Justice, as well as the mice at the Old Bailey and the mice of the Supreme Court, where they especially gather for receptions with many leftovers scattered on the carpets, taking, as they do, the number 19 bus along The Strand. But not all is sad, for Minette knows that some of Her Majesty’s Judges are, nevertheless, aware and kindly regarding the very serious responsibilities that they own.

A Christmas Tail

It’s Christmas and Scat and his friends are experiencing all that comes with it for the first time. Everything is new, and exciting, and a wonder for all the cats and they all wonder what this ‘Santa’ could be bringing them.

Join Scat, Chips, Alleyoops, Tiger, and the others for a fun Christmas of snow, presents, food, and a bellyful of laughs.

A Collection of Children’s Stories

These three delightful new children’s stories are for readers of all ages.

For the older readers, the first story, The Giant People that lived in the Chateau, is about five teenagers who also happen to be giants. The teenage giants meet a French captain during a time of unrest in France and their exciting adventure begins.  

Grandpas Don’t Play is about a seven-year-old mixed-race girl of Syrian and Jamaican descent called Chantel. Chantel is determined to teach her seriously grumpy grandpa how to be more playful and lighthearted.

James and his Dog Luna is a story about the special bond between a boy and his dog and their eventful week of fun activities.

A Cumbrian Prince

David struggles to live up to his father’s expectations. After losing his family, David goes on a journey of discovery that influences his future and the future of his country.

A Day to be Brave

A little soldier is facing surgery; an unknown journey full of fear. The day has an early and hungry start, with thoughts running wild.

This nervous adventure turns into an opportunity to meet magicians with potions, be amongst pirates, swim from sharks, take a launch within a spaceship, and most importantly, eat jelly and ice-cream.

After being thrown into the deep end, the soldier’s spectacular bravery is brought out by a dazzling team in blue pyjamas.

A different kind of Princess story

Should a princess be happy with her castle and the plans her parents have made for her to marry a prince? What if that story isn’t as rosy as it sounds? What if the princess wants something more, and why shouldn’t she!

Read on to find out in this beautifully illustrated book for children.

A Dog Called Ruffy

Ruffy is a lonely little dog who lives by the seaside and sustains himself with scraps from the rubbish bins along the beach car parks.

One morning when he decides to beat the heat and take a dip in the ocean, he hears a voice across the water calling for help. He barks as much as he can to try and get people to see the little boy in trouble but nobody takes any notice. The crashing waves are too loud and everyone is playing games and laughing!

Find out what happens next! Will Ruffy end up alone again by the rubbish bins, or will he get a new home and a warm kennel?

Join Ruffy to find out about learning to swim.

A Dog's Divorce

When a mother and father who are recently divorced, disagree over whether Stephanie, the family dog, can go for a week to France with the father and their son, Stephanie finally goes to court herself.

A Dog's Life

Tom is a seven-year-old child who is about to have a fantastic adventure. One morning, something magical happens in his life. He tries to speak but he can only bark. He tries to stand up but can only walk on four paws. This story is about changes and trespassing into unknown worlds. It is about the ability to adapt to new situations. A sudden, dramatic change helps Tom understand his strengths. In addition, an unexpected event gives him the opportunity to appreciate his home, his family and life more. This experience will shine a new light on his daily routine. It will help him re-discover the care and love that surround and support him daily. Tom will also learn to confront changes and get ready for the challenging adventure of growing up.