Children’s / Teenage general interest: Time travel / Time slip

Book SynopsisFace to face with the mightiest and most majestic predator in the jungle, Elsie is in awe of the tiger's beauty. She's on a mission to have the adventure of a lifetime, save the tiger and change the future. With echoes of Tom's Midnight Garden, Tania Unsworth writes about transcendent friendships and conservation in the animal kingdom. Elsie is not looking forward to the long summer holiday with her creaky, old Uncle John. But then the unimaginable happens as Time unravels and Elsie tumbles back to 1940s India to meet her Uncle John as a young boy on a tiger hunt. Can Elsie stop him from doing what he's already told her is a wrong he can never right? The Time Traveller and the Tiger is a multi-layered novel for 9-12 year-olds, rich in adventure, mystery, historical and conservation themes. Praise for The Time Traveller and the Tiger: 'Spine-tinglingly good. Enthralling and prize-worthy' AMANDA CRAIG 'A classic adventure, and a transporting evocation of the mighty, beautiful, much misunderstood creature at its heart' PIERS TORDAY 'An atmospheric adventure story with a strong message about the importance of conservation' BOOKTRUSTTrade ReviewA winning time-slip tale... A suspenseful story in which the reader is strongly invested in thwarting stupid, cruel game hunters, who are vividly drawn... The book has a passion for protecting our ecosystems. The plot raises some questions, but the emotional depths make you suspend disbelief' * Sunday Times *Themes of conservation and family mystery are woven into a deeply satisfying adventure -- Fiona Noble, The BooksellerThe writing is sophisticated and memorable and will keep older readers thoroughly engaged... This is an atmospheric adventure story with a strong message about the importance of conservation' * BookTrust *A classic adventure, worth reading alone for the transporting evocation of the mighty, beautiful, much misunderstood creature at its heart -- Piers Torday, author of The Frozen SeaSpine-tinglingly good, best time-travel novel since Tom's Midnight Garden with added excitement of India and stopping tragedy. Enthralling and prize-worthy -- Amanda Craig, author of The Golden RuleA beautifully written and thought-provoking mix of adventure, time travel and historical story with strong, engaging characters and themes of friendship, righting wrongs, and conservation... The story is full of fast-paced action and atmospheric description of the natural world, keeping readers' attention throughout' * Books for Keeps *Unsworth presents the reader with a vivid evocation of colonial India, which is rich with detail of the animal and plant life that dominate the jungle... [The] plot involving Elsie's invented heroine provides a rich relatable subtext that helps the reader draw connections between the historic events and the unfolding contemporary climate and conservation crisis' * Irish Times *A beautiful tale of magic and fantasy, interwoven with the gritty reality of 1940s India becoming independent from the British. The prose describing the countryside in India is mesmerising, the mystery of the tigers intriguing. The friendship between the three explores social injustice, and gender inequality while allowing each character their hero's journey. It is an accessible read that any child interesting in conservation will love * The School Librarian *[A] powerful and magical story... I love the combination of historical fiction, magic, mystery, colour and care for animals... A moving story to help us think about love and loss and the repercussions of our actions' * Juno Magazine *A very educational, challenging read and asks some often very difficult questions about the human-animal relationships... It's a very original story and it kept me glued to it' * My Book Corner *An excellent adventure story * Books for Topics *An exciting read * English Association *Vibrant descriptions bring India to life, creating a memorable, evocative background to the story. The horrors of the spoils of hunting and the needless destruction of wildlife is conveyed brilliantly. Offering adventure and mystery with historical detail, this is a great read * Reading Zone *There hasn't been a great time-travelling novel for many years, but Tania Unsworth's The Time Traveller and the Tiger is just that... Environmental, racial and social concerns are deftly woven into a gloriously warm, heart-stopping adventure that is my book of the year for 11+' * New Statesman *An engaging story * The Spectator *

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Book SynopsisINTRODUCING BOB, ACCIDENTAL TIME TRAVELLER! THE HILARIOUS, ACTION-PACKED SERIES FOR AGES 8+"Brilliantly bonkers" Maz Evans, author of Who Let the Gods Out?"Bold, clever and funny" P.G. Bell, author of The Train to Impossible Places When Bob accidentally time travels and comes face to face with his future self in the middle of a disastrous alternative reality, he knows has to do . . . something. An evil genius has created a smile-operated camera that turns people into zombies!Now it's up to Bob to fix the present, to change the future, and save the whole world! If only he could figure out how. . .Perfect for reluctant readers and fans of David Solomons, David Baddiel and Greg James & Chris Smith.PRAISE FOR BOB VS THE SELFIE ZOMBIES"Rip-roaring time travel comedy" David Solomons, author of My Brother Is a Superhero "Laugh-out-loud" Olaf Falafel, author of Trixie Pickle: Art Avenger"I loved it!" Jo Simmons, author of I Swapped My Brother on the InternetTrade ReviewAn instant hit. Bold, clever and funny, with writing that absolutely sizzles. My kids and I are now confirmed fans of Andy Jones, who weaves a smart time-hopping tale around his instantly likeable characters. I'm already looking forward to whatever he does next. * P.G. Bell, author of The Train to Impossible Places *You'll cry tears of laughter, tears of sadness and tears at Dad's terrible jokes. But you'll be smiling while you do. Brilliantly bonkers. * Maz Evans, author of Who Let the Gods Out? *I have three rules about writing for children: avoid zombies, talent competitions and time travel. Andy Jones has broken all three rules and yet somehow created a rip-roaring time travel comedy adventure. In the future, this book might actually save the world. * David Solomons, author of My Brother Is a Superhero *Funnier than a book about zombies has any right to be. Laugh-out-loud time travel adventures don't come along often - I hope Andy's going to continuum. * Olaf Falafel, author of Trixie Pickle, Art Avenger *This super entertaining time-travel adventure features a sweet and funny hero in Bob, wrestling to save the future from selfie-taking zombies. I loved it! It's a cracking read - a time-twisting romp that deftly touches on growing up, love and loss. * Jo Simmons, author of I Swapped My Brother on the Internet *If laughs on every page, zany zombie escapades and banana bread tickle your reading taste buds, then fasten your seatbelts and head for the future with Bob, an accidental time traveller who is tasked with saving the world! Fizzing with energy, comedy and some important real-life issues. * Lancashire Evening Post *Funny and serious at the same time ... a great children's book that deals with very serious themes such as grief but also has many moments of entertainment along the way. * Readers First *An ideal book for fans of fast-paced adventure comedy stories but may also resonate with any child coming to terms with a loss. * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisThe unmissable follow-up to BOB VS THE SELFIE ZOMBIES, perfect for fans of DAVID SOLOMONS, DAVID BADDIEL and GREG JAMES & CHRIS SMITH.AI is threatening to take over the world, and our last hope is a 12-year-old boy called Bob.Bob, an accidental time-traveller, should be doing his homework but instead he's bouncing in and out of the year 2049 - and life in the future seriously stinks!When Bob's science-class experiment goes wrong, he causes a global aroma-virus pandemic - also known as the farting flu. The grumpy school inspector has his eye on Bob and detention looms. But Bob's got bigger problems.He must face robot gorillas, an evil computer and giant patrol insects to save the world from a very farty future . . . ?Hold your noses for an adventure to the year 2049 and back!Trade ReviewAn explosively plotted ripping yarn, this fart-out-loud novel is a real blast. This short chapter book is bound to be a hit with KS2 classes. * The School Reading List *Extremely entertaining...a series not to be missed! * Check Em Out Books *Packed with adventure, humour and excitement, and illustrated throughout by the ultra-creative Robin Boyden, there's fun all the way to the future and back. * Lancashire Evening Post *For children who love slapstick humour and gas-induced giggles, this is the book for them. The book is cleverly peppered with clues that pull together for the final hurrah. Andy Jones manages to tackle a serious topic about the effect of Artificial Intelligence on our futures with a light-hearted delivery. * ReadingZone *Full of humour that children of this age just love, this is as good as the first book in the series. It's a book that really engages its readers but it also great for capturing the interest of reluctant readers, especially boys. [...] this will be a very popular read! * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisJourney backwards to prehistoric Earth, starting in the present and zipping back 100s of millions of years, stopping in frozen ice ages, lush prehistoric rainforests, and ancient oceans along the way. Bold illustrations allow children to discover fascinating creatures, including hungry dinosaurs and enormous mammoths. Infographics reveal the secrets of Earth's geology and environments, linking ancient creatures and places to our own time and to some of the major issues facing societies right now, such as climate change, deforestation, and extinction events.Trade Review"This is the perfect book for dinosaur lovers ... The perfect book for curious kids who love finding out what life was like in prehistoric times." * Read It, Daddy! *"Ideal for all young minds, a beautifully crafted book ... Also a great book for schools, libraries and reluctant readers ... Engaging and insightful." * Storgy Kids *

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Book SynopsisIf all the scientists are saving the world… who is working on time travel? Scientists who are zooming through space, protecting the planet, singing with whales… and even learning how fast things travel through time. Get ready to meet more than 20 inspiring, real-life scientists, and discover how they started asking questions… just like YOU!Trade ReviewHighly recommended. Scientists are Saving the World! is a wonderful new graphic style picture book that will provide an excellent introduction for young readers to the world of science and the role scientists play in our lives. Bright and colourful images are complemented by simple accessible text clearly written and well-spaced out” * ReadPlus *This delightful book, presented as a large-format graphic novel, looks at 20 scientists around the world who are doing amazing things, including zooming through space, protecting the planet, singing with whales, and always asking questions. This is a highly illustrated, exciting introductory science book that will get kids inspired to ask more questions about the world we live in. * Readings *In this engaging introduction to many fields of science, a little boy asks his Mum, “If all the scientists are saving the world, who is working on time travel?” His mother tells him that there are lots of scientists out there studying all sorts of amazing things. They are digging up dinosaurs; travelling in space; researching the weather; listening to animals; building robots; swimming with sharks; studying seeds, insects and rocks; saving lives and the planet; and mapping the universe. * Reading Time *

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