Books by Malorie Blackman

Book SynopsisIT''S GOING TO BE WOOF-ONDERFUL!There is nothing Nicky wants more in the world than a dog to play with. But Mum and Dad don''t want a dog. Then Grandad has an idea - he and Nicky can make a dog: a snow-dome dog. Even better, he has some special clay, found at the end of a rainbow, so that the dog will be extra-special. Maybe even magic . . .Trade ReviewBlackman's perceptions of the world of children and their emotions are as true to form as ever, and the illustrations by Sweeten help to make the story one that children will enjoy * Books for Keeps *A beautifully warm tale from an award-winning author . . . The perfect festive gift to keep the winter chill at bay for those aged five to seven * Junior News and Mail *Snow Dog is a lovely, wintery story and would make a great Christmas stocking filler for young readers * The School Run *

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Book SynopsisIn March 1807, the British Parliament passed an Act making the trading and transportation of slaves illegal. It was many years before slavery, as it was known then, was abolished, and slavery still continues today in different ways, but it was a big step forward towards the empancipation of a people. Malorie Blackman has drawn together some of the finest of today''s writers and poets to contribute to this important anthology. Their short stories and poems sit alongside first-hand accounts of slavery from freed slaves, making a fascinating and absorbing collection that remembers and commemorates one of the most brutal and long-lasting inflictions of misery that human beings have inflicted upon other human beings.Trade ReviewThe greatest strength of the anthology lies in its careful and effective juxtapositioning of punchy, thought provoking contemporary narratives with the articulate, measured eloquence of those who lived through the ordeal * Guardian *This excellent collection of stories, poems and first-hand accounts is published to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the Slave Trade Act * Carousel *Unheard Voices deserves to be in every school in the country -- Enid Stephenson * Carousel *A riveting collection of stories, poems and first hand recollections on the theme of slavery that not only remembers and commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Abolition of the Slave Trade Act, but also celebrates the work of some of the finest black writers -- Michela Horsfield * Daily Echo *If you think that marking this bicentenary is slightly unnecessary and a bit of a fuss about nothing, Unheard Voices a collection of writings put together by award-winning children's author Malorie Blackman, about what it meant to be a slave, will change your mind * Newbury Weekly News *

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Book SynopsisFrom scaring Mum at Halloween to building the biggest snowball the world's ever seen - Maxine always has a super plan and needs the help of her twin brothers, Anthony and Edward. Together the super siblings make all sorts of mischief . . . Can they fix it before Mum finds out?These seven funny short stories are perfect for building confidence in new readers, whether reading alone or reading aloud.

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Book SynopsisWhizziwig is a small, furry alien who has crash-landed on Earth and ended up on top of Ben''s wardrobe. Once Ben has recovered from the shock of this unexpected arrival he''s delighted to learn that Whizziwig is a ''wish-giver'' able to turn wishes into reality. But it''s not as straightforward as it sounds. The wishes have to be made for someone else, and by accident, so it isn''t long before some very strange, and very funny, things start happening.Trade ReviewA fun light-hearted book bursting with amusing episodes . . . jam-packed with imagination and humour * writeaway.org.uk *Very funny . . . another winning book from this ever-popular author * Teaching & Learning *Full of wild misunderstandings, simple justice, satisfying revenges and real humour . . . Demonstrates [Malorie Blackman's] great versatility as a writer * Carousel *

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Book SynopsisWhen the mysterious stranger shows up at Nova''s parents'' hotel, she thinks her luck has changed - until she realizes she''s the only one who can see him.Liam explains he''s been here a long time. And he can never leave, no matter how hard he tries.Soon, Nova begins to piece his tragic story together. But she''s hiding a secret of her own - one she''s desperate to keep from her family. And now Liam''s found her out . . .Trade ReviewBlackman's touch is as sure as ever * Observer *Brilliant, intense and completely unpredictable . . . Dramatic and fast-moving * Reading Matters *This tragi-comic ghost story is sure to please Malorie Blackman's many fans. Her books always succeed in being fast-paced and very readable, while offering the more thoughtful reader several layers of meaning * Bookseller *Expertly written * Primary Times *

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Book SynopsisKyle has always been afraid of things, especially dying. But when he gets on the train that is taking him and his class on a school trip, he has no idea how close to Death he is going to come. Death enters the train and Kyle moves with him, past his friends, who are frozen in time, in life-or-death situations. Kyle finds that he can pick up on their deepest, darkest fears - real things that have happened to them, or may happen in the future, and sometimes their surreal nightmares too. Kyle realises that he isn''t the only one who has buried fears and, more importantly, he now burns with the desire to live, and to live without fear. But will Death release him?Trade ReviewA superbly told thriller that will keep readers hooked * The Bookseller *Malorie Blackman is already a bestseller and The Stuff of Nightmares can only add to her fame . . . This book seems bound to be extremely popular -- Nicholas Tucker * Independent *Blackman reaches reluctant readers like few others -- Amanda Craig * The Times *Malorie Blackman is one of the most versatile and forthright of all authors for young adults. She has brought us an ambitious panorama of broken societies and depicted motive and action in searingly effective ways . . . This is a remarkable book, powerful, fearful -- Dennis Hamley * Carousel *It is an intelligent, original and compelling novel -- Simon Treacy * Cork Evening Echo *

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Book SynopsisJackson Winstanley Sweettooth (or Jack for short) is a mouse who lives with Matthew and the rest of the Bailey family. He gets the blame for a lot of things - Mrs Bailey thinks he''s swallowed her ruby and nibbled at Shani''s birthday cake. And Jack''s biggest enemy is Beauregard Battersby-Bunge, the pesky ginger cat from next door. But everything gets better when another mouse, Blossom, comes to stay with the Baileys - soon Blossom and Jack are the best of friends!Trade ReviewIt's a delight to see the reissue of [this book] from acclaimed author Malorie Blackman . . . Mishaps and misunderstandings make for gentle domestic comedy, while the mouse's anxieties form a useful prompt for encouraging children to talk about their own fears and concerns -- Kate Agnew * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisMalorie Blackman has written over seventy books for children and young adults, including the Noughts & Crosses series, Thief and a science-fiction thriller, Chasing the Stars. Many of her books have also been adapted for stage and television, including a BAFTA-award-winning BBC production of Pig-Heart Boy and a Pilot Theatre stage adaptation by Sabrina Mahfouz of Noughts & Crosses. There is also a major BBC production of Noughts & Crosses, with Roc Nation (Jay-Z's entertainment company) curating the soundtrack as executive music producer. In 2005 Malorie was honoured with the Eleanor Farjeon Award in recognition of her distinguished contribution to the world of children's books. In 2008 she received an OBE for her services to children's literature, and between 2013 and 2015 she was the Children's Laureate. Most recently Malorie wrote for the Doctor Who series on BBC One, and the fifth novel in her Noughts & Crosses series,

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Book SynopsisAn exciting futuristic drama from an award-winning author. In a future world where everyone wears Non-Contact suits to survive, Cal and Jenna have formed a football team – with real contact. But Jenna's twin is suspicious and it looks like they're headed for trouble… Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 7+ An exciting futuristic drama about acceptance, trust and teamwork from an award-winning author. In a post-apocalyptic world where everyone wears Non-Contact suits to survive and where you can never touch another person directly, Cal and Jenna have formed a football team. Not virtual – real football, with real contact. But Jenna's horrible twin Jacob is suspicious and it looks like they're headed for disaster…Can the team reach out to Jacob and convince him that making contact is also what makes us feel alive? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 7+

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Book SynopsisA thrilling futuristic tale of adventure, danger and personal responsibility from Noughts and Crosses bestseller Malorie Blackman. Inclusive and thought-provoking, this great novel invites the reader to engage with questions of human nature and the necessity of violence. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+ Michela knows the law – everyone must wear a Peace Maker device at all times, and it must never be tampered with. Non-aggression is her society's founding principle, and the Peace Maker the means by which is it enforced. But Michela is desperate to experience the full range of human emotions in her own fantasy world of books and games, and the Peace Maker is the only thing stopping her. And when her mother captains their ship into enemy airspace and they come under attack, it seems that Michela's freedom from the Peace Maker may be the only thing that can save them. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+

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Book SynopsisBetsey Biggalow is here! She may be small but she's full of bright and shiny ideas about new trainers, winning at marbles and even helping the world! Join Betsey on four short, sun-filled adventures as she learns you don't have to be big to make a big difference. This book is one of five short story collections featuring the lively and likeable Betsey Biggalow from Children's Laureate, Malorie Blackman. Beautifully illustrated by Jamie Smith, these stories are ideal for building confidence in readers aged 7 and over, whether reading aloud or reading alone.Trade ReviewSomewhere between Pippi Longstocking and Tracy Beaker, Betsey Biggalow, who stars in these short, pacey stories, is an imaginative and enquiring girl who is sometimes mischievous but always endearing * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisA hurricane is on it's way . . . And Betsey can't wait! Join her as she helps prepare for the storm, is entered into a very strange contest, and even attempts to eat a MONSTER hamburger in four fabulously funny adventures. This book is one of five collections featuring Betsey Biggalow from Children's Laureate, Malorie Blackman. Beautifully illustrated by Jamie Smith, these stories are ideal for building confidence in young readers, whether reading aloud or alone.Trade ReviewSomewhere between Pippi Longstocking and Tracy Beaker is Betsey Biggalow, who stars in these short, pacey stories, is an imaginative and enquiring girl who is sometimes mischievous but always endearing * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisBetsey puts on a magic show but everyone is less than impressed with her tricks. No matter, in these four sweet and funny short stories, Betsey learns the importance of believing in yourself, that practise makes perfect, and that some magic is real . . . This book is one of five short story collections featuring Betsey Biggalow, from Children's Laureate, Malorie Blackman. Beautifully illustrated by Jamie Smith, these warm and funny stories are ideal for building confidence in young readers, whether reading aloud or alone.Trade ReviewFour short stories in one book, which are perfect for young readers to read alone or alternatively, are just the right length for bedtime stories. Betsey Biggalow is a fun character for whom things never go quite right, but she always makes the best of things. * www.parentsintouch.co.uk *Somewhere between Pippi Longstocking and Tracy Beaker, Betsey Biggalow, who stars in these short, pacey stories, is an imaginative and enquiring girl who is sometimes mischievous but always endearing * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisBirthday-present burglars, a Tooth Fairy mystery, and an abandoned puppy - no adventure is too great for Maxine, also known as Girl Wonder! This collection of seven funny short stories is perfect for building confidence in new readers, whether reading aloud or reading alone.Trade ReviewA welcome reissue . . . Refreshingly non-pink and racially diverse -- The Bookseller

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Book SynopsisIt is Callie Rose’s sixteenth birthday and she has a bomb in her bag. Callie Rose is mixed race in a country where people are judged by their colour. Her father is dead and she hates her mother. Her Uncle Jude seems to offer her friendship and comfort – but Jude wants to punish Callie Rose’s mother and use his niece in his war against society ...

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Book SynopsisYears after a violent war destroyed much of the world, Kaspar has grown up in a society based on peace and harmony. But beyond the city walls, a vicious band of rebels are plotting to tear this peace apart. It is up to the Guardians - an elite peacekeeping force - to protect the city, without ever resorting to the brutal methods of their enemy.When Kaspar joins the Guardians, he has a chance encounter with a rebel - a beautiful girl named Rhea. Haunted from that moment on by strange visions and memories - memories that could only belong to Rhea - he realises he hasn't been told the truth about what the rebels really want, and what he's really fighting for.

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Book Synopsis''It''s very candid, and movingly so.... Not only in Blackman a grafter- even more, and in the face of more, than we already knew. She''s someone with whom you do not mess. Good on her. She''s earned it'' The Telegraph Malorie Blackman is one of Britain''s best and most beloved children''s authors, the landmark Noughts & Crosses series included amongst her many books. Her journey to becoming a writer was a long one, but throughout it all she retained a sense of wonder and humour. Before her BAFTA award wins, her OBE and appointment as Children''s Laureate in 2013, Malorie was a young girl from South London who fell in love with books and found a home in her local library and a world of words at her fingertips. From embracing her alternative way of seeing the world and all its fascinating differences and possibilities; to her desire to share that passion with others by becoming an English teacher but being told no by her careers advisor because of

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