Along with his friends, a grumpy old albatross, a short-sighted mermaid, and a friendly island called Cliff, Oliver sets out to rescue his missing parents. On their perilous journey the friends meet evil islands, a boy called Stacey (not a girl's name), and more sea monkeys than you can wave some seaweed at.
MORTAL ENGINES launched Philip Reeve's brilliantly-imagined creation, the world of the Traction Era, where mobile cities fight for survival in a post-apocalyptic future. Now, in time for the film debut, the critically acclaimed MORTAL ENGINES quartet is brought to life in a comprehensive, full-colour illustrated guide to the world Philip Reeve has created across 15 years and 8 books.
MORTAL ENGINES launched Philip Reeve's brilliantly-imagined creation, the world of the Traction Era, where mobile cities fight for survival in a post- apocalyptic future. Now, in time for the film debut, the critically acclaimed MORTAL ENGINES quartet is repackaged in a boxset with fantastic and eye- catching covers featuring new artwork.
Return to the world of Mortal Engines in this new book of three short stories about the rebellious young aviatrix, Anna Fang, illustrated by Ian McQue. A key character in the Mortal Engines book and film, this is your chance to learn more of her past. Night Flights includes Traction City, the 2011 World Book Day Book by Philip Reeve. In a dangerous future world where gigantic, motorised cities attack and devour each other, London hunts where no other predator dares. But Anna Fang - pilot, adventurer, spy - isn't afraid. The three stories show gripping, moving, exciting moments in Anna Fang's life: her childhood as a slave aboard the moving city Arkangel, a showdown against a robotic Stalker that is terrifyingly out of control and her free life as an intelligence agent for the Anti-Traction league that might not be quite as free as she hoped.
Set in the quirky town of Bumbleford, the story follows pop star Misty Twiglet as she seeks to connect with local boy Kevin. However, their plans take a turn when Kevin is unexpectedly captured in Misty's garden. This prompts Max to embark on a courageous rescue mission, blending elements of adventure and humor in a tale about friendship and unexpected challenges.
Utterly Dark has a special connection to the sea. But it is tested more than ever before, this autumn on the island of Summertide. Accompanying her uncle as he explores mysterious Summertide, Utterly is witness to strange happenings in the woods. Deep, old magic abounds, and threatens to steal those she loves most. Utterly must face truths about what lies beneath the land, and in her own past, if she is to save anyone. And she must make a sacrifice to the sea...An enchanting story of nature, magic and friendship, from the renowned author of Mortal Engines.
Max and his roly-poly flying pony Kevin enter the exclusive Magical Pony Club Steeplechase, where they will have to compete against a group of snooty unicorns and their super-snooty owners. During the race, they uncover a secret plan to steal the precious Periwinkle Cup and have to step in to stop this from happening.
Yes, even though he's dead, Al's still full of surprises. You can get the mind-blowing inside story with Albert's lost notebook, read the earth-shattering headlines in The News of the Universe, and find out about the theories that changed the entire cosmos - without making your brain hurt.
Is maths making you miserable? Are you traumatised by triangles andanxious about angles? Fear not: this book will help you solvethe most testing of trigonomogeometric tasks.But beware - Professor Fiendish is planning his most evil schemeyet! To defeat him you'll need to push your calculator to its limitand use those mysterious buttons you've always been afraid totouch. Also here to help are the strangely familiar superheroes Supersin,Cosgirl and Tandog. Meanwhile Blade and the gang attemptto solve the mystery of Bluetooth's Buried Bullion using breadsticks,a mustard jar, and a coffee cup...
A sinister cloud is approaching the solar system. The closest planet, Georgium Sidus, is inhabited by the missionary Reverend Cruet and his daughter, Charity. Art, Myrtle, and the family decide to investigate after communication with them is lost. Illustrations.