Books by Terry Pratchett

Book SynopsisIt has been a massive task getting this lot together over time and space... Truces have been called and weapons have been sheathed so that you can piece together 140 of the greatest Discworld characters, gathered for the first time in Paul Kidby's iconic Discworld Massive Massif artwork. Step into the world of Terry Pratchett and encounter your favorite characters from Death and Rincewind to Granny Weatherwax and a few Feegles. 'Everyone say chiz!'1000-PIECE PUZZLE featuring favorite Discworld characters, accompanied by a poster with biographies of 40 of the best-loved Discworld characters.SPOT FAMOUS CHARACTERS from Terry Pratchett's Discworld universe, in this unique expanded artwork, available in jigsaw puzzle format for the first time.COLLECTABLE GIFT perfect for Pratchett fans.LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.

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Book SynopsisBoth cutting and laugh-out-loud, this is Sir Terry Pratchett at his best, shining a light upon the real world through a pageturning adventure across the streets of Ankh-Morpork''This book has so much more than most. Excellent read, absolutely worth your time'' Patrick Rothfuss, New York Times bestselling author of The Name of the Wind''Funny in a clever, scholarly, satire sort of way, with an occasional bad pun or lowbrow shot to keep you on your toes . . . If you, like me, have been living in a hole and ignoring Pratchett, then this is a good one with which to start'' Brandon Sanderson, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Stormlight Archive''Be a MAN in the City Watch! The City Watch needs MEN!''But what it''s got includes Corporal Carrot (technically a dwarf), Lance-constable Cuddy (really a dwarf), Lance-constable Detritus (a troll), Lance-constable Angua (a woman... most of the time) and Corpor

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Book SynopsisThe witches of the Discworld are back! An hysterical exploration of the magical world of the opera, brimming with Sir Terry Pratchett''s stylish wit''Pratchett uses his other world to hold up a distorting mirror to our own'' The Times THE SHOW MUST GO ON, AS MURDER, MUSIC AND MAYHEM RUN RIOT IN THE NIGHT...The Opera House, Ankh-Morpork... A huge, rambling building, where innocent young sopranos are lured to their destiny by a strangely familiar evil mastermind in a hideously deformed evening dress...At least, he hopes so. But Granny Weatherwax, Discworld''s most famous witch, is in the audience. And she doesn''t hold with that sort of thing.So there''s going to be trouble (but nevertheless a good evening''s entertainment with murders you can really hum...)Readers love Maskerade:''This book had me sniggering and even laughing out loud every 20 pages or so, it truly was an Trade ReviewA sequence of unalloyed delight - GUARDIANHe is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style - DAILY TELEGRAPHHis spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction - MAIL ON SUNDAYPratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own - SUNDAY TIMESTo say that Terry Pratchett is popular is a bit like saying the Arctic Circle is a bit nippy - SUNDAY EXPRESS

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Book SynopsisOn a world supported on the back of a giant turtle (sex unknown), a gleeful, explosive, wickedly eccentric expedition sets out. There''s an avaricious but inept wizard, a naive tourist whose luggage moves on hundreds of dear little legs, dragons who only exist if you believe in them, and of course THE EDGE of the planet...Trade ReviewOne of the best, and one of the funniest English authors alive - INDEPENDENT

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Book Synopsis''A sequence of unalloyed delight'' The GuardianThis is where the dragons went. They lie . . . not dead, not asleep, but . . . dormant. And although the space they occupy isn''t like normal space, nevertheless they are packed in tightly. They could put you in mind of a can of sardines, if you thought sardines were huge and scaly. And presumably, somewhere, there''s a key to let them out.Captain Sam Vimes of the Night Watch is going to have a doozy of a night when they are.This edition features ten glorious full-colour illustrations and further pencil drawings by Terry Pratchett''s artist of choice, Paul Kidby.''One of Pratchett''s best books. Hilarious and highly recommended'' The TimesTrade ReviewThis is one of Pratchett's best books. Hilarious and highly recommended - The TimesA sequence of unalloyed delight - GuardianHe is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style - Daily Telegraph[Pratchett's] spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction - Mail on SundayPratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own - Sunday TimesTo say that Terry Pratchett is popular is a bit like saying the Arctic Circle is a bit nippy - Sunday Express

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Book SynopsisA laugh-out-loud and incredibly Discworld take on A Midsummer Night''s Dream, featuring everyone''s favourite witches, Nanny Ogg and Granny Weatherwax ''The Discworld novels have always been among the most serious of comedies, the most relevant and real of fantasies'' IndependentThe fairies are back - but this time they don''t just want your teeth.It''s Midsummer Night - no time for dreaming. Because sometimes, when there''s more than one reality at play, too much dreaming can make the walls between them come tumbling down. And there''s usually a damned good reason for there being walls between them in the first place - to keep things out. Things who want to make mischief and play havoc with the natural order.Granny Weatherwax and her tiny coven are up against real elves. And even in a world of dwarfs, wizards, trolls, Morris dancers and the odd orang-utan, this is going to cause real trouble. With loTrade ReviewA sequence of unalloyed delight - GUARDIANHe is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style - DAILY TELEGRAPHHis spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction - MAIL ON SUNDAYPratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own - SUNDAY TIMESTo say that Terry Pratchett is popular is a bit like saying the Arctic Circle is a bit nippy - SUNDAY EXPRESS

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Book SynopsisTerry Pratchett''s hilarious take on the Faust legend stars many of the Discworld''s most popular characters.Eric is the Discworld''s only demonology hacker. The trouble is, he''s not very good at it. All he wants is the usual three wishes: to be immortal, rule the world and have the most beautiful woman fall madly in love with him. The usual stuff.But what he gets is Rincewind, the Disc''s most incompetent wizard, and Rincewind''s Luggage (the world''s most dangerous travel accessory) into the bargain. The outcome is an outrageous adventure that will leave Eric wishing once more - this time, quite fervently - that he''d never been born.Trade ReviewHe is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style - DAILY TELEGRAPHPratchett is as funny as Wodehouse and as witty as Waugh - Independent

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Book Synopsis''He is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style'' Daily Telegraph''His spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction'' Mail on SundayIt is known as the Discworld. It is a flat planet, supported on the backs of four elephants, who in turn stand on the back of the great turtle A''Tuin as it swims majestically through space. And it is quite possibly the funniest place in all of creation...Death comes to us all. When he came to Mort, he offered him a job.After being assured that being dead was not compulsory, Mort accepted. However, he soon found that romantic longings did not mix easily with the responsibilities of being Death''s apprentice.Terry Pratchett''s hilarious fourth Discworld novel established once and for all that Death really is a laughing matter...Readers can''t get enough of Mort:''This book was so good that if I kTrade ReviewHe is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style * Daily Telegraph *A sequence of unalloyed delight * Guardian *His spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction * Mail on Sunday *Pratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own * Sunday Times *To say that Terry Pratchett is popular is a bit like saying the Arctic Circle is a bit nippy * Sunday Express *Cracking dialogue, compelling illogic and unchained whimsy * Sunday Times *Mort is the book in thich this now great author moved from being simply just a witty writer to one of the premier fantasy authors of our age...now is the time to find out what all the fuss it about while enjoying this spiffy new cover * Starburst *

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Book SynopsisTerry Pratchett was the acclaimed creator of the global bestselling Discworld series, the first of which, The Colour of Magic, was published in 1983. In all, he was the author of over fifty bestselling books which have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood for services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any. www.terrypratchettbooks.comTrade ReviewDelightful...gleeful and downright mischievous—Sunday TelegraphPratchett's writing is a constant delight. No one mixes the fantastical and the mundane to better comic effect or offers sharper insights into the absurdities of human endeavour—Daily Mail

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Book SynopsisA laugh-out-loud, perceptive and thought-provoking fantasy romp dismantling the ridiculousness of gender inequality''Granny Weatherwax is one of my favourite characters of Pratchett''s'' Patrick Rothfuss, New York Times bestselling author of The Name of the Wind''Persistently amusing, good-hearted and shrewd'' Sunday TimesIt is known as the Discworld. It is a flat planet, supported on the backs of four elephants, who in turn stand on the back of the great turtle A''Tuin as it swims majestically through space. And it is quite possibly the funniest place in all of creation.The last thing the wizard Drum Billet did, before Death laid a bony hand on his shoulder, was to pass on his staff of power to the eighth son of an eighth son. Unfortunately for his colleagues in the chauvinistic (not to say misogynistic) world of magic, he failed to check on the new-born baby''s sex...Terry Pratchett turns hi

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Book SynopsisNever has DEATH rocked so hard. Terry Pratchett''s phenomenal laugh-out-loud Discworld series returns . . .''If you are unfamiliar with Pratchett''s unique blend of philosophical badinage, you are on the threshold of a mind-expanding opportunity'' Financial TimesOTHER CHILDREN GET GIVEN XYLOPHONES. SUSAN JUST HAD TO ASK HER GRANDFATHER TO TAKE HIS VEST OFF.Yes. There''s a Death in the family.It''s hard to grow up normally when Grandfather rides a white horse and wields a scythe - especially when you have to take over the family business, and everyone mistakes you for the Tooth Fairy. And especially when you have to face the new and addictive music that has entered Discworld.It''s lawless. It changes people.It''s called Music With Rocks In.It''s got a beat and you can dance to it, but...It''s alive.And it won''t fade away.Readers love Soul Music:''A wondTrade ReviewA sequence of unalloyed delight. - GuardianHe is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style. - Daily TelegraphHis spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction. - Mail on SundayPratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own. - Sunday Times

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Book SynopsisTerry Pratchett was the acclaimed creator of the global bestselling Discworld series, the first of which, The Colour of Magic, was published in 1983. In all, he was the author of over fifty bestselling books which have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood for services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any.www.terrypratchettbooks.comTrade ReviewA consistently clever, charming and funny voice—IndependentHe wasn't imagining an alternative universe; he was reimagining ours—Frank Cottrell Boyce, GuardianCracking dialogue, compelling illogic and unchained whimsy... Pratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own—Sunday Times

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Book Synopsis''He is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style'' Daily Telegraph DEATH IS MISSING - PRESUMED... ER... GONE.Which leads to the kind of chaos you always get when an important public service is withdrawn.Meanwhile, on a little farm far, far away, a tall, dark stranger is turning out to be really good with a scythe. There''s a harvest to be gathered in...Readers can''t put down Reaper Man:''The second DEATH is as hilarious as the first one, this time positioning the friendly reaper in a perfect setting for having philosophical and deep thoughts about human nature and life in general'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''This book is full of really profound messages about life and death and making your life count, if only by giving others some of your time . . . due to the impeccable combination of profound messages, silly adventures and laugh-out-loTrade ReviewA sequence of unalloyed delight. - GuardianHe is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style. - Daily TelegraphHis spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction. - Mail on SundayPratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own. - Sunday Times

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Book Synopsis''The literary equivalent of a security blanket'' Patrick Rothfuss, New York Times bestselling author of The Name of the Wind ''This is one of Pratchett''s best books. Hilarious and highly recommended'' The TimesThis is where the dragons went. They lie... not dead, not asleep, but... dormant. And although the space they occupy isn''t like normal space, nevertheless they are packed in tightly. They could put you in mind of a can of sardines, if you thought sardines were huge and scaly. And presumably, somewhere, there''s a key...GUARDS! GUARDS! is the 8th Discworld novel - and after this, dragons will never be the same again!Readers adore Guards! Guards!''You will enjoy it if you already enjoy fantasy; you will very likely enjoy it even if you don''t generally enjoy fantasy, because the humour, characterisation, and dialogue are ridiculously good'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐

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Book SynopsisFrom the worldwide phenomenon Sir Terry Pratchett, via the unquestionable wisdom of the Amazing Maurice, herein is contained everything you''ll ever need to know to identify the real, unadulterated cat.The Unadulterated Cat is becoming an endangered species as more and more of us settle for those boring mass-produced cats the Ad Men sell us - the pussies that purr into their gold-plated food bowls on the telly. But the Campaign for Real Cats sets out to change all that by helping us to recognise a true, unadulterated cat when we see one.For example: real cats have ears that look like they''ve been trimmed with pinking shears; real cats never wear flea collars . . . or appear on Christmas cards . . . or chase anything with a bell in it; real cats do eat quiche. And giblets. And butter. And anything else left on the table, if they think they can get away with it. Real cats can hear a fridge door opening two rooms away . . .Featuring fifty illustration

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Book SynopsisNAMED AS ONE OF THE BBC'S 100 MOST INSPIRING NOVELS'It was octarine, the colour of magic. It was alive and glowing and vibrant and it was the undisputed pigment of the imagination . . .'Somewhere between thought and reality exists the Discworld, a magical world not totally unlike our own. Except for the fact that it travels through space on the shoulders of four giant elephants who in turn stand on the shell of an astronomically huge star turtle, of course.Rincewind is the world's worst wizard who has just been handed a very important job: to look after the world's first tourist, upon whose survival rests the peace and prosperity of the land. Unfortunately, their journey across the Disc includes facing robbers, monsters, mercenaries, and Death himself.And the whole thing's just a game of the gods that might send them over the edge . . .'If you've never read a Discworld novel, what's the matter with you?' Guardian'Pratchett uses his other world to hold up a distorting mirror to our own' The TimesThe Colour of Magic is the first book in the Wizards series, but you can read the Discworld novels in any order. Trade ReviewWarm, silly, compulsively readable, fantastically inventive, surprisingly serious exploration in story form of just about any aspect of our world... * Evening Standard *Pratchett uses his other world to hold up a distorting mirror to our own * The Times *His spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction * Mail on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisA beautiful gift edition of the classic Discworld novel.Eric is the Discworld''s only demonology hacker. The trouble is, he''s not very good at it. All he wants is the usual three wishes: to be immortal, rule the world and have the most beautiful woman fall madly in love with him. The usual stuff.But what he gets is Rincewind, the Disc''s most incompetent wizard, and Rincewind''s Luggage (the world''s most dangerous travel accessory) into the bargain.Terry Pratchett''s hilarious take on the Faust legend stars many of the Discworld''s most popular characters in an outrageous adventure that will leave Eric wishing once more - this time, quite fervently, that he''d never been born.Readers adore Eric:''Packed with references and laugh-out-loud scenes and I enjoyed myself immensely'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Rincewind and The Luggage are two of my favourite characters Trade Review'A sequence of unalloyed delight' - GUARDIAN'He is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style' - DAILY TELEGRAPH'His spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction' - MAIL ON SUNDAY'Pratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own' - SUNDAY TIMES

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Book SynopsisUnseen University are proud to present the most comprehensive map and guide to the Disc yet produced. In this noble endeavour, drawing upon the hard won knowledge of many great and, inevitably, late explorers, one may locate on a detailed plan of our world such fabled realms as the Condiment Isles, trace the course of the River Kneck as it deposits silt and border disputes in equal abundance on the lands either side, and contemplate the vast deserts of Klatch and Howondaland - a salutary lesson in the perils of allowing ones goats to graze unchecked. This stunning work brings to life the lands and locations of the Discworld stories in a way never seen before. Accompanied by lavish full-colour illustrations and a detailed world map, this is a must-have for any Discworld fan.

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Book SynopsisTerry Pratchett (Author) Terry Pratchett was the acclaimed creator of the global bestselling Discworld series, the first of which, The Colour of Magic, was published in 1983. In all, he was the author of over fifty bestselling books which have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood for services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any. www.terrypratchettbooks.comMark Beech (Illustrator) Mark Beech has been a freelance illustrator for the last ten years, and nowadays works a great deal in the world of children's publishing. From picture books for early readers, to education and fiction books for older readers, he has even made a picture book for the ipad, which allows him to animate ill

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Book SynopsisMIGHTY BATTLES! REVOLUTION! DEATH! WAR! (AND HIS SONS TERROR AND PANIC, AND DAUGHTER CLANCY).The oldest and most inscrutable empire on the Discworld is in turmoil, brought about by the revolutionary treatise What I did on My Holidays. Workers are uniting, with nothing to lose but their water buffaloes. Warlords are struggling for power. War (and Clancy) are spreading throughout the ancient cities.And all that stands in the way of terrible doom for everyone is:Rincewind the Wizard, who can''t even spell the word ''wizard''...Cohen the barbarian hero, five foot tall in his surgical sandals, who has had a lifetime''s experience of not dying......and a very special butterfly.

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Book SynopsisAt six o'clock every day, without fail, with no excuses, Sam Vimes must go home to read Where's My Cow?, with all the right farmyard noises, to his little boy. He can think of a more useful book for a boy who lives in a city.So Sam Vimes starts adapting the story.Trade ReviewA passion for language, wordplay and puns bursts from the pages * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisTerry Pratchett was the acclaimed creator of the global bestselling Discworld series, the first of which, The Colour of Magic, was published in 1983. In all, he was the author of over fifty bestselling books which have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood for services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any.www.terrypratchettbooks.comTrade ReviewPratchett's writing is a constant delight. * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisAn old enemy is gathering strength.This is a time of endings and beginnings, old friends and new, a blurring of edges and a shifting of power. Now Tiffany stands between the light and the dark, the good and the bad. As the fairy horde prepares for invasion, Tiffany must summon all the witches to stand with her.Trade ReviewThis isn’t just a great Discworld book, it’s extraordinary . . . A magnificent sign-off. * Daily Telegraph *From the shadow of dementia, a brilliant novel shines: Terry Pratchett's last book is a funny, fearless farewell . . . This is a book worth reading twice in quick succession. -- Christopher Stevens * Daily Mail *A joyful sign-off from a master of fantasy fiction . . . High-octane literary enjoyment. -- Nicholas Tucker * Independent *Terry Pratchett was never so witty, direct and generous as in this, his final Discworld novel. * Guardian *The Shepherd’s Crown is a sometimes sad, often funny and eminently suitable testament to the life and career of Terry Pratchett. -- David Barnett * Independent *

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Book SynopsisRincewind is back in another hilarious Discworld adventure, featuring Sir Terry Pratchett''s classic wit and satirical edge''One of our greatest fantasists, and beyond a doubt the funniest'' George R.R. MartinThere was an eighth son of an eighth son. He was, quite naturally, a wizard. And there it should have ended.However (for reasons we''d better not go into), he had seven sons. And then he had an eighth son... a wizard squared... a source of magic... a Sourcerer.Sourcery sees the return of Rincewind and the Luggage as the Discworld faces its greatest - and funniest - challenge yet.Readers love Sourcery:''I was so pleased to be back with Rincewind, and of course, The Luggage . . . I enjoyed every moment'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Takes on sword and sorcery fantasies, taking satirical swipes at pretty much all the big ones- Lord of the Trade Review'A sequence of unalloyed delight' - GUARDIAN'He is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style' - DAILY TELEGRAPH'His spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction' - MAIL ON SUNDAY'Pratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own' - SUNDAY TIMES

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Book SynopsisTerry Pratchett was the acclaimed creator of the global bestselling Discworld series, the first of which, The Colour of Magic, was published in 1983. In all, he was the author of over fifty bestselling books which have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood for services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any. www.terrypratchettbooks.comTrade ReviewEnormously entertaining and contains more wry observations than you could shake a Heinkel at * Daily Telegraph *Thrilling and impressively funny * Mail on Sunday *Witty dialogue allied to thought-provoking ideas * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisGranny Weatherwax and Nanny Ogg are going on a trip to avert certain disaster. Terry Pratchett''s Discworld returns with another laugh-out-loud adventure dissecting everyone''s favourite fairy tales.It seemed an easy job... After all, how difficult could it be to make sure that a servant girl doesn''t marry a prince?But for the witches Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg and Magrat Garlick, travelling to the distant city of Genua, things are never that simple...Servant girls have to marry the prince. That''s what life is all about. You can''t fight a Happy Ending.At least - up until now...Readers love Witches Abroad:''This book not only delivers silly fun and fast-paced action (including not one but TWO witches'' duels), but also contemplations on some very deep matters'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''[Pratchett] balances humour and poignancy so masterfullyTrade ReviewA sequence of unalloyed delight - GUARDIANHe is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style - DAILY TELEGRAPHHis spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction - MAIL ON SUNDAYPratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own - SUNDAY TIMESTo say that Terry Pratchett is popular is a bit like saying the Arctic Circle is a bit nippy - SUNDAY EXPRESS

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Book SynopsisPratchett''s perceptive and laugh-out-loud Discworld series is a literary phenomenon. And in The Last Hero, one aging hero with a grudge decides enough is enough. Beautifully illustrated throughout by Paul Kidby.A brand-new paperback edition of The Last Hero, featuring a new text design, glorious illustrations by Paul Kidby, and a brand-new cover by artist Leo Nicholls.''An enduring, endearing presence in comic literature'' GuardianIt stars the legendary Cohen the Barbarian, a legend in his own lifetime. Cohen can remember when a hero didn''t have to worry about fences and lawyers and civilisation, and when people didn''t tell you off for killing dragons. But he can''t always remember, these days, where he put his teeth...So now, with his ancient sword and his new walking stick and his old friends - and they''re very old friends - Cohen the Barbarian is going on one final quest. He''s going to climb the highest mountain in the Discworld and meet his gods. The last hero in the world is going to return what the first hero stole. With a vengeance.That''ll mean the end of the world, if no one stops him in time.

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Book SynopsisEnter master story-teller Terry Pratchett's incredible Discworld in this fifth book in the Tiffany Aching series and the very final Discworld novel . . . Tiffany Aching has finally got her wish . . .She is a witch (and a respected one, at that). Overworked and underpaid, that's for certain, but a witch nonetheless.But deep in the Chalk, something is stirring. The owls and the foxes can sense it, and Tiffany Aching feels it in her boots. An old enemy is gathering strength.And while Tiffany might be a fully-fledged witch now, she's going to need help. So as the fairy horde prepares for invasion, Tiffany turns to the witches to stand with her. To protect the land. Her land.This is a time of endings and beginnings, old friends and new, a blurring of edges and a shifting of power.There will be a reckoning . . .''If you''ve never read a Discworld novel, what''s the matter with you?' GuardianThis isn''t just a great Discworld book, it''s extraordinary . . . A magnificent sign-off.' Daily TelegraphBrilliant . . . This is a book worth reading twice in quick succession' Daily MailDISCOVER THE FULL TIFFANY ACHING SERIES, THE PERFECT INTRODUCTION TO DISCWORLD:The Wee Free MenA Hat Full of Sky Wintersmith I Shall Wear Midnight The Shepherd's CrownTrade ReviewThis isn’t just a great Discworld book, it’s extraordinary . . . A magnificent sign-off.—Daily TelegraphFrom the shadow of dementia, a brilliant novel shines: Terry Pratchett's last book is a funny, fearless farewell . . . This is a book worth reading twice in quick succession.—Christopher Stevens, Daily MailA joyful sign-off from a master of fantasy fiction . . . High-octane literary enjoyment.—Nicholas Tucker, IndependentTerry Pratchett was never so witty, direct and generous as in this, his final Discworld novel.—GuardianThe Shepherd’s Crown is a sometimes sad, often funny and eminently suitable testament to the life and career of Terry Pratchett.—David Barnett, IndependentA crowning achievement for Terry Pratchett and his Discworld . . . This is a book for all ages, the tour de force of one of the English language’s greatest authors, who, in the midst of encroaching darkness and facing so many terrors of his own, has contrived to astound us one last time with his craft.—The ConversationThis final book stands among the very best of [Pratchett's] work . . . An exceptionally crafted finale from one of the greats—School Library Journal (starred review)Pratchett's final work is a tour de force of compassion, great wit, and gleeful storytelling.—Publishers Weekly (starred review)A worthy crown to Terry Pratchett’s phenomenal artistic achievement.—Michael Dirda, Washington PostThe last Discworld offering is a poignant farewell, both to Pratchett's readership and to his extraordinary world.—Imogen Russell Williams, Metro

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Book SynopsisA definitive annotated edition of one of the greatest of Terry Pratchett's multi-million-bestselling Discworld novels''A master storyteller'' A.S. ByattBoth comic and dark, blending high fantasy, twisted storytelling and all manner of wordplay ... a fine place to start reading Pratchett' The New York Times Book ReviewCommander Sam Vimes of the Ankh-Morpork City Watch is in hot pursuit of a serial killer. The trouble is, a well-timed lightning strike has thrown both policeman and pursued into the city's past. Now Vimes must relive the history that made him: a cruel regime, a bloody revolution, a corrupt police force, and, most unnerving of all, a keen young recruit named Sam Vimes Night Watch, which draws on inspirations as far ranging as Victor Hugo and M*A*S*H, is a keen satire about the true nature of political power, and the sacrifices made in the name of the greater good; but also a profoundly empathetic novel about community, connection and the tenacity of the human spirit.This edition of Night Watch written at the height of Pratchett's imaginative powers includes a new foreword by Rob Wilkins and an introduction and annotations by Dr David Lloyd and Dr Darryl Jones, contextualising the novel and Pratchett's far-reaching legacy for new readers and current fans alike.

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Book Synopsis'DON'T PUT YOUR TRUST IN REVOLUTIONS. THEY ALWAYS COME ROUND AGAIN. THAT'S WHY THEY'RE CALLED REVOLUTIONS. PEOPLE DIE, AND NOTHING CHANGES.'The twenty-fifth of May is an important, sombre day in Ankh-Morpork - the anniversary of one of the city's bloodiest rebellions.But crime stops for nothing, as Commander Sam Vimes of the City Watch knows. When a notorious serial killer emerges from hiding, the chase leads the Watch to the roofs of Unseen University where a magical storm is brewing. It's a case of wrong place, very wrong time.For Vimes finds himself back in his own rough, tough past with only a killer for company and a city on the brink of revolution to contend with. But he must survive, because he has a job to do: track down the murderer and change the outcome of the rebellion.And get back to the future before his wife gives birth, of course.All in a day's work ...'The best Discworld book in the whole world ever. Until next time.' SFXNight Watch is the sixth book in the City Watch series, but you can read the Discworld novels in any order. Trade Review'The best Discworld book in the whole world ever. Until next time' * SFX *Terry Pratchett is one of the great inventors of secondary - or imaginative or alternative - worlds. He has the real energy of the primary storyteller * The Times *He would be amusing in any form, and his spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction * Mail on Sunday *He will remain an enduring, endearing presence in comic literature * Guardian *'He is a satirist of enormous talent... His jokes slide under your skin as swiftly as a hypodermic syringe, leaving you giggling helplessly' * The Times *

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Book Synopsis'Inside every living person is a dead person waiting to get out.'Death has been fired by the Auditors of Reality for the heinous crime of developing . . . a personality. Sent to live like everyone else, Death takes a new name and begins working as a farmhand. He's got the scythe already, after all.And for humanity, Death is just . . . gone. Which leads to the kind of chaos you always get when an important public service is withdrawn. If Death doesn't come for you, then what are you supposed to do in the meantime?You can't have the undead wandering about like lost souls - there's no telling what might happen. Particularly when they discover that life really is only for the living . . .'One taste, and you'll scour bookstores for more' Daily MailReaper Man is the second book in the Death series, but you can read the Discworld novels in any order.Trade Review'If you're an established fan, you'll enjoy this as much as the others; if you're new to Pratchett, what the hell took you so long?' * Time Out *'One taste, and you'll scour bookstores for more' * Daily Mail *'Pratchett's humour takes logic past the point of absurdity and round again, but it is his unexpected insights into the human morality that make the Discworld series stand out' * Times Literary Supplement *

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Book SynopsisTerry Pratchett was the acclaimed creator of the global bestselling Discworld series, the first of which, The Colour of Magic, was published in 1983. In all, he was the author of over fifty bestselling books which have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood for services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any.www.terrypratchettbooks.comTrade ReviewA gloriously old-fashioned and funny story...Pratchett includes plenty of jokes. His prose is suberb which, combinted with Peter Dennis's engaging illustrations, makes this a brilliant choice for reading aloud. * Evening Standard *

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Book SynopsisTerry Pratchett was the acclaimed creator of the global bestselling Discworld series, the first of which, The Colour of Magic, was published in 1983. In all, he was the author of over fifty bestselling books which have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood for services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any. www.terrypratchettbooks.comTrade Review • "You'd have thought that, by now, Pratchett would be running out of ideas; thankfully, however, the universe he created 25 years ago just keeps on giving... It's a triumphant effort." --Independent on Sunday

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Book SynopsisThis is the story of Jekub, the Dragon in the Hill with great big teeth and a great loud voice.(Well, that's according to the nomes, but they are only four inches tall.) When humans threaten their new home in the quarry, the natural thing would be to run and hide. But the nomes have got the wild idea that they should fight back. After all, everyone knows that nomes are faster and smarter than humans, and now they have a secret weapon . . . The fantastically funny second book of the nomes, from the author of the bestselling Discworld series.Trade ReviewSlapstick romp laced with some sharp, satirical barbs * Publishers Weekly *A well-written comic fantasy that blends an off-beat but believable plot with strong but quirky characters, lots of entertaining adventures and a liberal dose of humour . . . Highly recommended * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisTHE SECOND BOOK IN THE TIFFANY ACHING SERIESSomething is coming after Tiffany. Surely there must be more to witchcraft than this?And Tiffany will find that she needs her magic more than ever, to fight off the insidious, disembodied creature that is pursuing her.Trade ReviewPratchett's ear for dialogue is superb . . . His deep feeling for landscape, animals, kindness and courage make his adventures deeply satisfying as well as clever * The Times *Oodles of dry wit, imagination and shrewdly observed characters * Independent on Sunday *A great Pratchett strength is the sense that if the jokes . . . were dropped there would still be a good, engaging fantasy thriller here * Independent *Fantastically inventive and humorous fantasy adventure. Fans will be sky high * The Sunday Times *Funny, typically humorous . . . A must for any Terry Pratchett fan . . . With its witty and slightly confusing plot-twists and hilarious dialogue, this is, without doubt, another great children's book * Bristol Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate Christmas read. Terry Pratchett''s Hogswatch masterpiece that will leave you laughing out loud and help you understand what makes us uniquely human.''He is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style'' Daily TelegraphIT''S THE NIGHT BEFORE HOGSWATCH AND IT''S TOO QUIET.Where is the big jolly fat man? Why is Death creeping down chimneys and trying to say Ho Ho Ho? The darkest night of the year is getting a lot darker...Susan the gothic governess has got to sort it out by morning, otherwise there won''t be a morning. Ever again...The 20th Discworld novel is a festive feast of darkness and Death (but with jolly robins and tinsel too).As they say: You''d better watch out...Readers reread Hogfather time and time again:''Hilariously entertaining . . . a high recommendation to new and old Pratchett fans. This one will definitely remain my beloved annual holiday read'' GoTrade ReviewA sequence of unalloyed delight. - GuardianHe is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style. - Daily TelegraphHis spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction. - Mail on SundayPratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own. - Sunday Times

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Book SynopsisA classic Discworld novel featuring Sir Terry Pratchett''s signature style and wit. A fascinating and hilarious exploration of organised religion''An enduring, endearing presence in comic literature'' Guardian''Look after the dead'', said the priests, ''and the dead will look after you''.Wise words in all probability, but a tall order when you have just become the pharaoh of a small and penniless country whose largesse - and indeed treasury - is unlikely to stretch to the building of a monumental pyramid to honour your dead father. And particularly when your only visible means of support is a recently acquired qualification from the Guild of Assassins where running a kingdom and basic financial acumen were not prerequisites for course entry...Readers love Pyramids:''Clever, funny and amusing. Very familiar and yet fresh. Maybe it''s because I like mummies and ancient Egypt, I enjoyed it so Trade ReviewA sequence of unalloyed delight - GuardianHe is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style. - Daily TelegraphHis spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction. - Mail on SundayPratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own. - Sunday Times

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Book Synopsis''An intriguing satire on institutionalized religion corrupted by power . . .'' Independent''Deftly weaves themes of forgiveness, belief and spiritual regeneration'' The TimesIn the beginning was the Word.And the Word was: Hey, you!For Brutha the novice is the Chosen One. He wants peace and justice and brotherly love.He also wants the Inquisition to stop torturing him now, please . . .Readers adore Small Gods:''One of Pratchetts best works, retelling what has happened, happens, and will happen as soon as faith goes mad, uncontrolled, and vicious, tries to expand its sphere of influence and doesnt care about the foundations and rules, contradicting its own commandments'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''It makes you contemplate so many things. Beyond religion too. There were so many passages when I was musing It''s like this thought has sTrade ReviewA sequence of unalloyed delight - GuardianHe is screamingly funny. He is wise. He has style. - Daily TelegraphHis spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction. - Mail on SundayPratchett has a subject and a style that is very much his own. - Sunday Times

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Book SynopsisA hilarious take on the movie industry and all its foibles. Moving Pictures is filled to the brim with Sir Terry Pratchett''s signature wit and cutting humour''An enduring, endearing presence in comic literature'' GuardianThe alchemists of the Discworld have discovered the magic of the silver screen. But what is the dark secret of Holy Wood hill?It''s up to Victor Tugelbend (''Can''t sing. Can''t dance. Can handle a sword a little'') and Theda Withel (''I come from a little town you''ve probably never heard of'') to find out...MOVING PICTURES, THE TENTH DISCWORLD NOVEL IS A GLORIOUSLY FUNNY SAGA SET AGAINST THE BACKGROUND OF A WORLD GONE MAD!Readers love Moving Pictures:''One of his funniest . . . Pratchett has fun making fun of greed and the allure of misguided hero worship'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ''I burst out laughing several times while re

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Book Synopsis'Always push your luck because no one else would push it for you.'Imprisoned in Ankh-Morpork, con artist Moist von Lipwig is offered a choice: to be executed or to accept a job as the city's Postmaster General.It's a tough decision, but he's already survived one hanging and isn't in the mood to try it again.The Post Office is down on its luck: beset by mountains of undelivered mail, eccentric employees, and a dangerous secret order. To save his skin, Moist will need to restore the postal service to its former glory, with the help of tough talking activist Adora Belle Dearheart. Who happens to be very attractive, in an 'entire womanful of anger' kind of way.But there's new technology to compete against and an evil chairman who will stop at nothing to delay Ankh-Morpork's post for good . . .'One of the best expressions of his unstoppable flow of comic invention' The TimesGoing Postal is the first book in the Moist von Lipwig series, but you can read the Discworld novels in any order. Trade ReviewPratchett can make you giggle helplessly and then grin grimly at the sharpness of his wit * Daily Mail *'His world, increasingly subtle and thoughtful, has become as allegorical and satirical as a painting by Bosch ... Pratchett's joy in his creations, in jokes, puns, the idea of letters and language itself makes GOING POSTAL one of the best expressions of his unstoppable flow of comic invention.' * The Times *'Like many of Pratchett's best comic novels, it is a book about redemption ... There's a moral toughness here, which is one of the reasons why Pratchett is never merely frivolous.' * Time Out *With all the puns, strange names and quick-fire jokes about captive letters demanding to be delivered, it's easy to miss how cross about injustice Terry Pratchett can be. This darkness and concrete morality sets his work apart from imitators of his English Absurd school of comic fantasy. * Guardian *

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