Books by Jacqueline Wilson

Book SynopsisAn adaptation for the stage of Jacqueline Wilson's popular novel. Ten-year-old Andy used to live happily at Mulberry Cottage with her family: Mum, Dad, and Radish the rabbit, who lives in Andy's pocket and shares all her secrets. But then it all went wrong: Mum went to live with Bill, and Dad went off with Carrie. And Andy is expected to shuttle between the two - living out of a suitcase - and come to terms with her strange new families. Vicky Ireland's stage adaptation of The Suitcase Kid was first staged at the Orange Tree Theatre, Richmond, in 2007. Seen all over the country, this resourceful dramatisation is suitable for young actors as well as young audiences. Vicky Ireland has provided production notes to indicate how the play can be staged even with minimal resources - plus a lot of ingenuity!Trade Review'A real theatrical treat... the audience of school parties fell quiet as mice and raptly attentive the second the lights went down' * Scarborough Evening News *

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Book SynopsisAn energetic, fast-moving adaptation for the stage of this modern children's classic, by the best-selling author and 2005 Children's Laureate. Mandy's been picked on at school for as long as she can remember. That's why she is delighted when cheeky, daring, full-of-fun Tanya picks her as a friend. Mum isn't happy - she thinks Tanya's a 'bad girl' and a bad influence. Mandy's sure Tanya can only get her out of trouble, not into it. But can she? Vicky Ireland's stage adaptation of Jacqueline Wilson's novel Bad Girls was first performed at Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, in 2004. 'Vicky has adapted a handful of my books for the stage. I hope she works her magic on many more to come!' Jacqueline Wilson This edition comes with production notes indicating how the play can be staged even with minimal resources - plus a lot of ingenuity!Trade Review'Punchy, stimulating and theatrically ingenious... Bad Girls is a veritable model of theatre for young people' * Manchester Evening News *

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Book SynopsisThe perfect Christmas gift for young writers and Jacqueline Wilson fans! Discover The Book Of YOU, an interactive journal packed full of pages to fill in and record everything about YOU! Featuring some of your favourite characters - including Tracy Beaker, Floss from Candyfloss, Ruby and Garnet from Double Act!Packed with prompts, young writers will adore sharing their BIGGEST worries and favourite books. Featuring Nick Sharratt''s joyful illustrations and plenty of space to add your own, budding illustrators will spend hours drawing their dream bedrooms, perfect birthday party and silly faces.

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Book SynopsisAn adaptation for the stage of this modern children's classic by the best-selling author and 2005 Children's Laureate. For her history project, Charlie hits on the idea of writing the diary of Lottie, a young Victorian serving girl. When Charlie's mother loses her job as a shop manageress and starts work as a cleaner, Charlie's previously happy and comfortable lifestyle is threatened, and she finds her own hardships and struggles are not so different from Lottie's. First staged at the Polka Children's Theatre in 1999, this adaptation is suitable for young actors as well as young audiences. The adapter, Vicky Ireland, has provided production notes to indicate how the play can be staged even with minimal resources - plus a lot of ingenuity! 'Vicky has adapted a handful of my books for the stage. I hope she works her magic on many more to come!' - Jacqueline WilsonTrade Review'Both thought provoking and very funny, while giving a young audience a real sense of what it feels like to be a Victorian' * Evening Standard *

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Book Synopsis''I looked at my mum then and knew I hated my dad.''When life with Jayni''s violent-tempered father becomes too frightening to cope with, Jayni, her mum and her little brother Kenny are forced to escape in the middle of the night. Slipping out of the house unseen, travelling up to London by train and checking into a hotel - it''s almost like playing an elaborate game. They even make up false identities to protect their secret, and Jayni becomes the glamorous-sounding Lola Rose. But when money runs out and reality bites, what will they do next?This book features a depiction of domestic violence.A brilliantly crafted, frank and true-to-life story of modern family life from award-winning Jacqueline Wilson. Trade ReviewA natural storyteller . . . compulsive reading * Guardian *Optimism and despair come in equal parts in Wilson's child-centred contemporary dramas * Oxford Times *I loved this book. It is honest and sensitive and a really quick read - that's because you'll need to keep turning the pages to find out what happens to Lola Rose, and Kendall, and her mum . . . highly recommended * Reading Matters *A truly great read! * Yorkshire Post *The fact that it doesn't end in a fairy tale happy ever after makes it more realistic because life isn't like that! * Boox: nine *

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Book Synopsis**Pre-order now to get your hands on a special foiled design beneath the jacket, EXCLUSIVE to the first print run while stocks last!**''Think Again is pure nostalgia in a bottle, and oh-so-relatable. Jacqueline Wilson taps into the joys and pains of women everywhere.'' - Dawn O''Porter''Enchanting, moving, meaningful, fun - thank God for Jacqueline Wilson!'' - Alice WinnWhatever happened to beloved Girls series characters Ellie, Magda and Nadine?They''re all grown up now - but if they think they know what''s coming, they''d better think again...Adulthood isn't quite what Ellie Allard dreamed it would be when she was fourteen years old. Though she's got her beautiful daughter Lottie, her trusty cat Stella and life-long best friends in Magda and Nadine, her love life is non-existent and she feels like she's been living on auto-pilot, just grateful to be able to afford the rent on her poky little flat.Bu

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Book SynopsisJacqueline Wilson (Author) Jacqueline Wilson wrote her first novel when she was nine years old, and she has been writing ever since. She is now one of Britain's bestselling and most beloved children's authors. She has written over 100 books and is the creator of characters such as Tracy Beaker and Hetty Feather. More than forty million copies of her books have been sold.As well as winning many awards for her books, including the Children's Book of the Year, Jacqueline is a former Children's Laureate, and in 2008 she was appointed a Dame.Jacqueline is also a great reader, and has amassed over 20,000 books, along with her famous collection of silver rings.Find out more about Jacqueline and her books at www.jacquelinewilson.co.ukNick Sharratt (Illustrator) Nick Sharratt has written and illustrated many books for children including Shark in the Park, You Choose and Pants. He has won numerous awardTrade ReviewJacqueline Wilson at her very best * Publishing News *Sensitive and insightful story . . . Demonstrates perfectly why this author is adored by her legions of fans * The Bookseller *Deserves three cheers . . . The most richly enjoyable Wilson novel for years * The Times *The queen of difficult subjects, Jacqueline handles this one with wit and sensitivity. Her best ever * Mizz *

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Book Synopsis.While Ellie tries her best to cope with Dad's totally unreasonable curfew, Magda's dealing with her crush on a teacher - and Nadine's falling for slimy Liam again. What they need is a girls' night out - but they might get a little more than they bargained for .Trade ReviewThe portrayal of the girls' relationships and of their love lives is agonisingly accurate. No wonder girls cannot get enough of Jacqueline Wilson * The Good Book Guide *Bursting with a thirteen-year-old's delight in hanging out with her friends and taking on the world * The Times *A surefire bestseller for everyone * The Bookseller *Far more believable and emotionally valid than other fiction of its ilk * The Scotsman *

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Book SynopsisA magic-8 style book of answers as well as a journal.

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Book SynopsisTina tiene dos hermanas, Phil y Maddie, y siempre ha sido la más pequeña aunque sean... trillizas! Este año empiezan a ir al colegio de mayores y el nuevo curso les tiene preparadas varias sorpresas, no todas buenas. Tienen como maestra a la estricta señorita Lovejoy, quien se empeñará en que las tres hermanas no estén juntas en la misma mesa. Pero lo peor es que a Tina le toca sentarse con Selma, la niña más odiosa de la clase.Todo mejora cuando Tina cuenta lo mucho que le gustan las mariposas. Entonces la señorita Lovejoy les encarga a ella y a Selma que construyan un jardín de mariposas en el patio de la escuela.Tina irá descubriendo que también puede hacer cosas sin sus hermanas.Una hermosa y enternecedora historia sobre la amistad, la confianza y la seguridad en uno mismo.

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