Books by Holly Webb

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Book SynopsisBella is thrilled to be joining her mum on an expedition to study penguins on the Antarctic coast. While exploring one of the islands she discovers an unusual penguin with a pale brown coat instead of the typical black.? But before Bella can investigate further, she spots an old pirate ship sailing to the island, then she blinks -and it disappears! Bella is convinced that she imagined it, until she goes out searching for the pale penguin again and bumps into a boy named Jules. He has arrived with a group of sailors from the 1800s, and they're desperate to catch the rare penguin for themselves... A magical wintry tale from best-selling author Holly Webb. For fans of Michael Morpurgo andTHE SNOW FOAL, this is the perfect book to snuggle up with and enjoy this winter.

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Book SynopsisWorldwide bestseller Holly Webb makes her Barrington Stoke debut with a truly adorable sausage dog tale! Ruby’s dad has arrived home with a wonderful surprise – Coco the sausage dog puppy! And when the family go on holiday to the seaside, of course Coco will be coming too. The beach is a thrilling place for a dog – so many sights, smells and holes to dig! Ruby and Coco can’t wait to spend the day splashing in the waves and playing in the sand. But disaster strikes when Coco disappears. Suddenly she’s lost and all alone on the huge, busy beach … Will she ever find her way back to Ruby? Worldwide bestseller Holly Webb makes her Barrington Stoke debut with a truly adorable sausage-dog tale!Trade Review"An adorable sausage dog story, perfect for newly independent readers" –The Bookseller "Nobody does animal stories better than Holly Webb! … truly adorable … The Beach Puppy is a hands-on winner for all little animal lovers" – Lancashire Evening Post "Full of bright illustrations, short action-packed chapters and a captivating story. It's perfect for young readers who are ready to make a move from simple picture books to something a bit more grown-up" – Kate Heap, Scope for Imagination "A heart warming tale sure to make readers want a Coco for themselves!" – My Shelves are Full "Charming … Beautiful, colourful illustrations accompany this lovely, fun tale, and are sure to delight readers … A perfect summer, seaside story" – Rich Simpson, What I Read Blog

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Book SynopsisAn adorable stray kitten might be just what Lucy and her dad need in this gentle and heartwarming animal story from worldwide bestseller Holly Webb. Lucy and her dad are still feeling sad about the loss of their lovely cat Patch, who had been part of their family for such a long time. So when a little lost kitten turns up in their garden, Lucy doesn’t want to tell her dad in case it upsets him. But she grows to love the little kitten and she doesn’t seem to have a home, so Lucy is really upset when she disappears and finally she has to tell her dad the truth. Will her dad be able to help Lucy find the little kitten and can they offer her a new home?Trade Review"A simple, effective little story, ideal for newly independent readers of 5+" – Guardian "Enjoy having your heartstrings well and truly tugged in a warm, tender and reassuring story … featuring the evocative, colour illustrations of Abigail Hookham." – Book-marked, blog "This purr-fect early chapter book is the cat’s whiskers … tugging at the heart strings, gently exploring the loss of a pet, before leaving us feeling all content and with warmed hearts in a satisfying conclusion and a family made whole once again." – A Word About Books, blog

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Book SynopsisEvie is so excited to spend her Christmas holiday in Lapland they're going to visit Santa, go on a reindeer sleigh ride and watch the Northern Lights. She's even dreamed about seeing her favourite animal the arctic fox.Evie's parents say this is unlikely, though, as hunting has left the species endangered. But when she hears a strange whining noise in the middle of the night, she follows the sounds and discovers a little arctic fox caught in a trap. Can Evie rescue him in time? A magical wintry tale from best-selling author Holly Webb. For fans of Michael Morpurgo and?THE SNOW FOAL, this is the perfect book to snuggle up with and enjoy this winter.

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Book SynopsisIzzy is so excited to be staying at a gorgeous Greek villa for the summer holidays - they even have a beautiful pool all to themselves! Then she spots a little puppy hiding in the bushes, who she names Mango. He looks scared and hungry, so Izzy tries to win the puppy's trust by offering him some food. The more time Izzy spends with Mango, the more she realises how frightened he is of loud noises and grown-ups, and when her dad spots the puppy, he runs away. Izzy knows Mango desperately needs food and shelter -will she be able to find him? A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children, and fans of ZOE'S RESCUE ZOO and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS.

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Book SynopsisWhen Lillie spends the summer in Wales with her family, she can't help but feel like the baby of the group. Her big sister Frankie would rather spend time with their older cousin Lana than play with her, and no one else seems to notice how lonely she is. Then during a boat trip Lillie spots a young dolphin swimming alongside them, and for a short while all her worries melt away. Later, when Frankie and Lana are particularly mean to her, Lillie decides to set off on her own in hopes of seeing the dolphin calf againA heartwarming story about family from best-selling author Holly Webb.

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Book Synopsis Can Annie find her missing bunny before it’s caught by the neighbourhood fox? A gentle and heartwarming animal story from worldwide bestseller Holly Webb. Annie is really excited about her new pet rabbits and can’t wait to welcome them into the amazing new home her dad has built for them. But when Annie is in a rush to get to school the next morning, she doesn’t check that the door to the hutch is shut properly, and one of the rabbits, Humbug, escapes. Can Annie find Humbug in time to save her from the neighbourhood fox …?Trade Review"A really good read for showing children how much work goes into having a rabbit, how much prep work is needed before you even get one, and how delicate they can be … Woodward's art is delightful to look at … a pleasure from start to finish." – Trans-Scribe, blog

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Book SynopsisWhen Anna borrows a tiny wooden tiger from her Russian grandmother's mantelpiece, little does she realize that it is the start of a magical adventure... Waking the next day, Anna finds herself in a snowy Russian village, where she hears the news that a tiger cub has been spotted in the nearby woods. Anna knows this is why she must be here - the cub needs her help! But is Anna brave enough to set out in search of a tiger in the forest at night? An enchanting wintry tale from best-selling author Holly Webb. For fans of Michael Morpurgo and ZOE'S RESCUE ZOO, this is the perfect book to snuggle up with and enjoy this winter.

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Book SynopsisA collection of three adorable puppy stories to treasure, from best-selling author Holly Webb: The Puppy Who Ran Away, The Puppy Who Couldn't Sleep and The Forgotten Puppy. The Puppy Who Ran Away: Isabella is so excited to meet her stepbrother's gorgeous new puppy Honey. But when Honey runs away while under Isabella's care, she is desperately worried. Can she find the puppy before Sam comes home?The Puppy Who Couldn't Sleep: After finding a scared stray puppy, Lara convinces her dad to let her look after him, naming him Jet. But when Jet spends the whole night crying, and the next night, and the next, Lara has to do something to help him... The Forgotten Puppy: When Emi leaves for a four-day visit to her dad's without her puppy Rina, Rina becomes restless. What if Emi doesn't come back? Determined to find her owner, Rina escapes to the last place she saw Emi - the railway station...

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Book SynopsisStaying with her grandparents in the Scottish Highlands, Lara is fascinated by the rare white snowy owl her grandad has spotted flying nearby. And when she follows the beautiful bird into the woods, it leads her on a magical adventure… Transported a century back in time, Lara befriends Amelia, who confides in Lara about her cruel cousin, who she’s sure is trying to hurt the baby owls nesting in the woods. When Lara discovers the hatchlings belong to her owl, Sky, she’s determined to help. But how can she protect them when she needs to return to her own time? An enchanting and magical time-slip adventure from best-selling author Holly Webb. For fans of Michael Morpurgo and

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Book SynopsisThe neighbours all complain about the foxes hanging around the flat where Cassie lives, close to the River Thames, but Cassie thinks they’re beautiful. Her favourite is a small fox with a white tail-tip, who she names Frost. One night she catches sight of him out in the snow, looking cold and thin, and decides to sneak him some food. But Frost seems to want her to follow him... As he leads Cassie towards the river she feels the world change around her and finds herself in the back in the seventeenth century – at the time of the Frost Fair on the frozen Thames. At first she is thrilled by the sights and sounds of the famous fair, then she glimpses a fox with a white tail-tip. It appears that Frost wants her to follow him again. Can she find a way to return the fox to his countryside home? An magical wintry tale from best-selling author Holly Webb. For fans of Michael Morpurgo and THE SNOW FOAL, this is the perfect book to snuggle up with and enjoy this winter.

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Book SynopsisThe forgotten puppy - Latvian Edition

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Book SynopsisWhen Maddy’s best friend moves away, Maddy feels like she’ll never be able to replace her. To cheer her up, her parents get her a kitten – a gorgeous tortoiseshell who she calls Biscuit. Biscuit quickly settles into her new home, and can’t wait to go out for the first time and explore. But little does she know that a neighbour’s two big tom cats see the garden as their territory. Together, the mean cats do their best to scare off the new arrival, and soon poor Biscuit is frightened to go out at all and spends most of her time hidden away. Will Maddy ever find a way to help her beloved kitten? From best-selling author Holly Webb comes another heart-warming animal story.

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Book SynopsisPoppy loves spending time at her mum's allotment and the tangle of wild woodland behind it. They regularly see foxes and hedgehogs, but one special evening, just as they are about to head home, they spot a young badger. It's the first time Poppy has ever seen one in real life, and she's entranced. Then Poppy learns that the woodland has been sold and there are plans to build houses on it. Poppy and her mum are horrified. Is there anything they can do to save the young badger's home? A heartwarming story about family and nature from best-selling author Holly Webb.

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Book SynopsisLily and her family are going for a walk with their dog, Hugo, when Hugo sniffs out an amazing secret. A litter of kittens have been abandoned in the woods! Without their mother the kittens may not survive the night, so Lily’s family take them in. Lily loves caring for the kittens – and even Hugo does his best to protect the new arrivals. But her little sister is afraid of cats and Lily knows all along that she won’t be able to keep any of the kittens – even her favourite, the adorable Stanley. All too soon the time comes for them to go to new homes. How can Lily persuade her family that Stanley’s perfect home is with her?

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Book SynopsisRosie is really worried when she and her dad discover a box of abandoned kittens in the park. They take the litter to a cat fosterer named Sam, who promises to help find them new homes and Rosie can visit as much as she likes!When Rosie notices that the youngest kitten, Bill, has trouble with his walking, Sam confirms that he has something called wobbly kitten syndrome, which makes families reluctant to take him in. Rosie knows this isn't fair Bill is just as cute as his brothers and sisters! Can she and Sam find anyone to adopt him? A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children, and fans of ZOE''S RESCUE ZOO and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS.

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Book SynopsisA rowdy family comes to stay at the holiday cottages where Laura's mum works. Laura notices that they are always leaving their puppy behind and so she offers to take it for walks. But when the family is forced to leave, Laura finds herself having to say goodbye to the little dog much sooner than she thought… A heart-warming read from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for fans of Magic Animal Friends and Animal Ark.

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Book SynopsisLucy is so excited to spend the summer holidays with her cousins in Canada, but when they tell her to watch out for wild bears in the forest, her excitement turns to fear. One day, she stumbles upon a bear cub on its own. At first she’s scared, before realizing that the poor creature is lost. Can Lucy help the cub find its mother without also putting herself in danger? A heartwarming story about family and the beauty of nature from best-selling author Holly Webb.

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Book SynopsisDarcy is delighted her lively new tabby kitten, Charlie, is settling in so well – if only he would just wear a collar! Then Darcy is picked to join her school football team and suddenly she hardly has any time for entertaining a kitten. Charlie is bored now Darcy has no time to play with him, so he ventures over the back wall to explore. There he meets a new friend, a cat-loving lady who makes lots of fuss over him. But Darcy soon starts to notice that Charlie keeps disappearing and one night he doesn’t come back at all. What if he doesn’t want to be her kitten any more? A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children.

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Book SynopsisWhen Billie's grandpa falls ill, her parents go to take care of him, while she and her new puppy Travis go to stay with her aunt. Billie is worried about her grandpa and she's glad to have Travis with her. But the puppy is anxious about the unfamiliar surroundings and a long period of rain and thunder leaves him terrified.Then just as Bille and Travis begin to settle in, the entire neighbourhood is flooded, with Travis stuck at home on his own. Will anyone be able to rescue him in time?A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children, and fans of ZOE''S RESCUE ZOO and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS.

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Book SynopsisWhen Lola’s mum gets a job at a fire station in a different town, it means moving away from all her friends. Lola is proud of her mum, but she’s really worried about starting a new school. There is one good thing, though – her parents have promised that they can think about getting a cat! Then one day Lola and her new neighbour Noah spot a kitten high up in a tree. It looks scared and soggy from the rain. A worried crowd forms and the fire brigade are called – including Lola’s mum. Can they rescue the stray kitten and help find him a new home? A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children, and fans of ZOE'S RESCUE ZOO and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS.

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Book SynopsisA collection of three adorable puppy stories to treasure, from best-selling author Holly Webb. The collection includes The Story Puppy, The Seaside Puppy and Monty the Sad Puppy. The Story Puppy: Jack forms a bond with a puppy at the local animal shelter by reading to her. But when another family want to adopt Daisy, Jack worries he’s going to lose his friend forever… The Seaside Puppy: Laura’s mum works as a caretaker for some holiday apartments. One family are always leaving their puppy behind when they go to the beach and Laura offers to take it for walks. But how will she say goodbye when it's time for the puppy to go home? Monty the Sad Puppy: Amelie has always loved dogs, but she never dreamed that her family would end up with two! Their puppy, Monty, has only been with them for a few months when her family offer to take in her ill grandad’s beloved dog, Daisy. Amelie promises Grandad they will look after the old dachshund brilliantly. But when Daisy arrives, she is obviously unhappy and scared. Meanwhile, Monty doesn’t understand why Amelie is making such a fuss over the new arrival…

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Book Synopsis'A captivating, beautiful story ... will bring joy into the hearts of many, many readers' Sophie Anderson, author of The House With Chicken LegsThe animals of Greenriver are in danger. Can Sedge and Silken find their way along the river to each other in time to save their homes? A gorgeously illustrated adventure story that readers aged 8+ will treasure.Sedge is the reluctant heir to the leadership of the Greenriver otter holt. His first spring he was nearly drowned in a flash flood that swept through the otter community. Now it's spring again, and the river is rising dangerously once more. With the holt threatened, Sedge is convinced he must be the one to save them - if only he's brave enough to journey downstream to find help...Silken has never felt she truly belonged in the beaver lodge. She's too small, too weak, and her strange singing makes the practical and strong beavers feel uneasy. When she is blamed for an accident, Silken knows she will never fit in. She must seize her courage and venture upstream to find a new life...As the two animals journey towards each other on a quest to unravel their true destinies, Sedge and Silken are drawn towards the heart of the turbulent river and its age-old song, which has the power to change all who hear its music.Trade ReviewWeaves belonging, identity and self-worth in a beautifully moving story * Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear *A captivating, beautiful story that I feel sure will bring joy into the hearts of many, many readers * Sophie Anderson, author of The House With Chicken Legs *A sweeping adventure with an epic feel and a wonderfully realised animal world, perfect for children with a love of the natural world -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *A gem of an adventure that stayed with me days after finishing ... beautifully written and imagined - a future classic filled with heart and hope. * Tim Tilley, author of Harklights *Big hearted and beautiful, lyrical and lovely with writing that flows like the river itself * Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller *I loved this timeless, moving story of a deep connection with nature * Sarah Lean, author of The Good Bear *Gorgeously written, warm, classic ... full of eerie animal magic * Stephanie Burgis, author of The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart *

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Book SynopsisEdie and her friend Layla are on their way home from school when they discover a tiny ginger kitten caught up in some barbed wire. She looks weak and has a cut on her leg from the wire, so they rush her home to Edie’s mum, a vet. Edie’s mum isn’t sure that the little kitten is going to make it, as she’s too small to have been separated from her mother and needs bottle-feeding round the clock. But Edie is determined to nurse Barbie back to health and find out what has happened to the rest of the kittens in the litter and their mum. What if they’re in danger, too?

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Book SynopsisRuby loves playing with Toby and can't wait to take him for proper walks – they'll have such fun! But on an outing to the woods, Toby's curious nature gets the better of him and he runs off in search of adventure. Soon the puppy is lost in the woods, frightened and all alone. Will he ever be reunited with his beloved best friend Ruby? From the best-selling author Holly Webb comes another heart-warming animal story.

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Book SynopsisMia can't get over her pet cat Sandy's death, and can't ever imagine replacing him. Over the Christmas holidays, she gets to play with her friend's cat's kittens. Then Mia's parents surprise her by saying she can have the last kitten, Whiskers. But although Mia loves him, she feels guilty about Sandy. Can Mia bring herself to keep the new kitten?From best-selling author Holly Webb comes another heart-warming animal story.

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Book SynopsisCreative fun for pet crazy children! Discover fun scenes to sketch, adorable dogs to doodle and lots of cute cats to colour in in this Holly Webb Puppy and Kitten doodle book.

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Book SynopsisAbi has always wanted a kitten of her own, but when her family contact the local animal shelter to enquire about adopting one, she’s devastated to find out that the busy road they live on would make it too dangerous. Then the shelter rescues a deaf white kitten that needs to be kept inside. She’s the perfect kitten for Abi’s family! But how will they adapt to looking after an indoor kitten? And what will happen when the kitten gets bored of staying inside?

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Book SynopsisAn enchanting tale of magic, friendship and adventure for readers aged 9 and up - from bestselling author, Holly Webb. Colette lives with her mother, making beautiful dresses for the rich women of Venice. She''s never known her father, and her mother won''t speak of him - but Colette''s embroidery moves and dances, and she''s sure that there''s magic in her blood . . . And then Colette discovers the truth: her father is a famous maskmaker and a powerful magician. But when he''s ordered to create a mask that will bend others to its will, the magic becomes too strong for him to resist. Can Colette, with the help of a talking alley cat called Max, save him?The Magical Venice books are all share the same beautiful setting, but can be read as standalone stories. The series includes: The Water Horse, The Mermaid''s Sister, The Maskmasker''s Daughter, and The Girl of Glass. Discover more by Holly Webb with her RoseTrade ReviewThere is plenty of suspense and action in this magical, atmospheric story * Primary Times *

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Book Synopsis'You think the foxes are travelling down river to look for a new home?'The swan hesitated, but eventually he nodded. 'They could be.'A gorgeously illustrated animal epic set on the Greenriver that readers aged 8+ will treasure.The otters who live on the Greenriver have only just begun to recover from last year's flood when a swan arrives with news of a new threat : a clan of foxes is travelling closer and closer to the holt. Legends that have been passed down from otter to otter and beaver to beaver portray the foxes as sneaky, cruel creatures. Soon, the tenuous peace that has been brokered between the otters and beavers is threatened by this news. The otter holt and beaver lodge each believe a different course of action should be taken. It is up to Sedge and Silken to find a way to unite the two communities and protect their home from this new threat, if they can...From million-copy selling Holly Webb comes a modern classic - another gorgeously-written animal epic, set on the Greenriver. Perfect for fans of Pax.

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Book SynopsisAvery is excited to be on holiday with her family. They’re staying in a gorgeous cottage right by the river and have lots of fun activities planned. The only thing that would make the trip even better is if she had a dog to enjoy it with. So when she finds Hazel, a frightened puppy all alone on the riverbank, she knows she has to help her. But where has Hazel come from and how can Avery make the little puppy trust her? A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children, and fans of ZOE'S RESCUE ZOO and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS.

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Book SynopsisHannah knows there is something special about the wooden bear cub puppet from the moment she buys it at a Christmas market. So when the puppet gets broken, she cries herself to sleep. Woken by a growling noise, she finds herself in a stable wearing strange old-fashioned clothes. Then she comes face to face with a real-life bear cub! The cub has been locked in ready to be put on show at the local market. Can Hannah return the bear to the wild and find a way back to her own time? A heart-warming and magical time-slip adventure from best-selling author Holly Webb. For fans of Michael Morpurgo and THE SNOW FOAL, this is the perfect book to curl up with and enjoy this winter.

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Book SynopsisThe first fantastic book in the series about four friends who want to make the world a better place.Researching her school project on Fairtrade has been a real eye-opener for Maya. She loves clothes and is appalled to find that her favourite sparkly T-shirts are made by poor children in other countries who lead very different lives from her own, privileged one. She knows she must do something about it, but how can she make a difference without revealing her pop star secret to the world?A brilliant series about the small changes that make a big difference, with themes of environmentalism and friendship. Written by Holly Webb, bestselling author of the Pet Rescue Adventure series.With cover illustration by Owen Gildersleeve.Look out for the other books in the Earth Friends series: River Rescue, Green Garden, Pet ProtectionOriginally published as Maya's Secret, this edition of the book comes with a brilliant new cover!

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Book SynopsisThree delightful puppy stories to treasure in one book, from best-selling author Holly Webb. Puppy Love includes Lucy the Poorly Puppy, Jess the Lonely Puppyand Ellie the Homesick Puppy. Lucy the Poorly Puppy: When Lauren's dog Bella has puppies one is born so tiny Mum and Dad aren't sure it will pull through. The littlest puppy, needs hand-feeding around the clock, but Lauren is determined to do everything she can to save the puppy... Jess the Lonely Puppy: When Chloe's big brother Will breaks his leg, he's stuck in hospital for weeks. Mum and Dad are frantic, and there's no one to look after Will's Border Collie puppy, Jess. Jess is miserable and lonely, and so is Chloe. But Chloe doesn't really like dogs, and Jess only wants Will. Can the two of them ever be friends? Ellie the Homesick Puppy: Megan is really excited about moving. But Mum and Dad say that her puppy Ellie will be upset by the move, and she has to go and stay with Gran. Megan really misses her…

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Book SynopsisEvery morning on her way to school, Scarlett sees Whiskers the kitten at the station. Whiskers is so sweet and always makes Scarlett smile! Then one day, the cat disappears. Scarlett is upset to discover that Whiskers has been run over. She needs a very expensive operation to fix her leg and her owner can't afford the fees. Can Scarlett and her friends raise enough money to help? A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children, and fans of ZOE'S RESCUE ZOO and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS.

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Book SynopsisWhen she was younger, Ellie used to love watching the hares leap and play on the common with her mum. But with every year that goes by since she lost her mum, it’s getting harder for Ellie to remember her and those happy memories. Until one day on the way home from school, Ellie finds an injured hare on the path. The poor animal looks so scared, she has to do something to help. Nursing the hare back to health will be a big responsibility, but it might just be Ellie’s chance to feel close to her mum again… A touching story about family from best-selling author Holly Webb.

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Book SynopsisAn enchanting tale of magic, friendship and adventure for readers aged 9 and up - from bestselling author, Holly Webb.Olivia is the princess of Venice. So when the waters start to rise, she knows only her magic can prevent disaster befalling the city. Desperate for help, and for a friend, Olivia discovers something incredible: a water horse, hidden in the canals of the city. Invisible to most, Lucian knows the deepest secrets of the sea - secrets that could hold the key to saving the city. But can their friendship overcome those plotting against Olivia, and against Venice itself?The Magical Venice books are all share the same beautiful setting, but can be read as standalone stories. The series includes: The Water Horse, The Mermaid''s Sister, The Maskmasker''s Daughter, and The Girl of Glass. Discover more by Holly Webb with her Rose and Lily series - also filled with magical adventures.<Trade ReviewAn enchanting tale of magic, friendship and adventure from bestselling author, Holly Webb * Surrey Advertiser *Holly Webb has an amazing ability to weave together history and magic * Books For Keeps *A wonderfully atmospheric historical novel, conjuring up the beauty and uniqueness of Venice * The Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisAn enchanting tale of magic, friendship and adventure for readers aged 9 and up - from bestselling author, Holly Webb. Mariana lives with her family on the Venetian island of Murano - famed for its artists who create masterpieces from glass. But when Mariana''s little sister, Eliza, dies their father decides to use his glassmaking skill - and a dash of magic - to create a girl of glass in Eliza''s image. The remarkable glass doll, who sings, dances and talks, draws attention wherever she goes, and soon Mariana is famous for having the magical glass sister. But as the glass girl takes on more and more of Eliza''s personality, Mariana begins to suspect that there is more than just magic at play. Could the girl of glass be her sister''s ghost made real? The Magical Venice books are all share the same beautiful setting, but can be read as standalone stories. The series includes: The Water Horse, The Mermaid''s Sister, The Maskmasker''s Daught

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Book SynopsisLucy can’t help but feel lonely when she and her brother move in with their gran, leaving behind their old friends. Lucy wishes she could have a pet, but Gran isn’t keen on animals. A stray kitten catches Lucy’s attention, and she instantly falls in love with it. Where will the kitten go if she can’t find anyone to take her in? A heart-warming read from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for fans of Magic Animal Friends and Animal Ark.

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Book SynopsisElsa is finding it difficult to make new friends after her family moves house. Then she hears strange, scratching noises at night and discovers a kitten living in the attic! The little cat has gorgeous black fur and so Elsa names him Pepper. Elsa is desperate to keep her lovely new kitten friend. Dad thinks Pepper belonged to the previous owner, but who would leave behind such a beautiful kitten? A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children and fans of ZOE'S RESCUE ZOO and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS.

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Book SynopsisThree cute kitten stories to treasure in one book, from best-selling author Holly Webb. The collection includes The Frightened Kitten, The Kidnapped Kitten and The Missing Kitten. The Frightened Kitten: Maddy’s gorgeous new kitten, Biscuit, quickly settles into her new home. But little does she know that a neighbour’s two big tom cats see the garden as their territory… The Kidnapped Kitten: When Tia hears that someone is stealing pedigree cats in the neighbourhood she decides to keep her beautiful Bengal kitten indoors. But the kitten manages to escape and Tia can’t find her anywhere. What if she’s been stolen…? The Missing Kitten: Scarlet is thrilled with her new kitten, Bootle, who is a very curious little cat! But Bootle gets into trouble one day when he decides to follow Scarlet to school, and loses his way…?

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Book SynopsisWhen Lara and her dad discover a scared black puppy in an alleyway while walking their dog Oliver, Lara desperately wants to take him home and look after him. Her dad isn’t so sure. Lara can’t stop thinking about the poor puppy and soon goes to find him again. She convinces her dad to let him stay and names him Jet. But when Jet spends all night howling, Lara’s dad isn’t impressed. Night after night, the wailing continues, until it begins to look like Jet may need to go to the animal shelter. Is there anything Lara can do to help Jet sleep?

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Book SynopsisThe first book in Holly Webb''s darkly magical series for readers aged 9 and up - join the 85,000 readers who have fallen in love with Rose''s world!The grand residence of the famous alchemist, Mr Fountain, is a world away from the dark orphanage Rose has left behind. For the house is positively overflowing with magic - she can feel it. And it''s not long before Rose realises that maybe, just maybe, she has a little bit of magic in her, too . . .But when orphans begin mysteriously disappearing, Rose knows there''s something dark at work and her magic will be put to the test. Can she find the missing children before it''s too late?If you love Araminta Spook, Harry Potter and Lemony Snickett, the Rose books are perfect for you!Discover more by Holly Webb with her Lily and Magical Venice series - also filled with magical adventures.Trade ReviewA skilfully spun, spell-binding mystery that will catch you up in a web of wonder. * Junior Education Plus *Warm and sparkling and magical and fun. * Hilary McKay *A promising new series... that succeeds in creating a book as satisfying and familiar as a cup of hot cocoa. * Shelf Awareness *Suspenseful and funny and full of colorful characters. * Buffalo News (USA) *Imaginative, clever and beguiling. * El Paso Times (USA) *Intrigue and adventure... a mix of magic and history with a dash of darkness. * Bulleting of the Center of Children's Books *Mesmerizing, charming... one of those pure unqualified delights that I dearly hope folks will read. * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisAn enchanting tale of magic, mermaids and adventure for readers aged 9 and up - from bestselling author, Holly Webb. Venice is faced with terrible danger . . . Can the friendship between a young girl and a mermaid save the city?Lady Mia doesn''t want to believe in magic, even though her cousin, the princess, is the most magical ruler Venice has ever known. But when Mia meets a mermaid called Ara, it is impossible for her to deny her destiny any longer. The two friends must work together to save their home - but will their combined magic be enough to defeat the Talish invaders?The Magical Venice books are all share the same beautiful setting, but can be read as standalone stories. The series includes: The Water Horse, The Mermaid''s Sister, The Maskmasker''s Daughter, and The Girl of Glass. Discover more by Holly Webb with her Rose and Lily series - also filled with magical adventures.Trade ReviewA mysterious and magical story, with an atmospheric setting steeped in history. * Parents In Touch *

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Book SynopsisIsla loves hanging out at her best friend Hailey’s house, especially as Hailey has just got a gorgeous kitten, Silky! But someone isn’t so keen on the new arrival – the family’s old cat, Pickle. When Hailey’s family go away for the night, Isla offers to catsit. But to her surprise Silky is more timid than usual. The kitten is clearly terrified of Pickle and Isla has to stop a fight between the two cats. How can Isla break the news to Hailey that her new kitten is so unhappy? A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children, and fans of ZOE'S RESCUE ZOO and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS.

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Book SynopsisIsabella is nervous about moving in with her mum’s new husband and his son, Sam. Then she finds out that Sam has just got a gorgeous new puppy. She can’t wait to play with Honey and take her on lots of long walks! When Sam goes to visit his mum, Isabella is left in charge of looking after Honey. Isabella organizes a videocall with Sam as she can tell the little dog is missing him. But the call upsets Honey and she runs away. Can Isabella find the puppy before Sam comes home? A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children, and fans of ZOE'S RESCUE ZOO and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS.

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