New Releases by Saviour Pirotta

A thrilling quest by bestselling author Saviour Pirotta, set during the golden age of Islam. Two very different boys set out on an adventure they'll never forget... The year is 798CE. In Damascus, spoilt wealthy fourteen-year-old Farouk loses a valuable falcon of his father's, and he is sent on the caravan travelling to see the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne in Aachen Germany, to teach him more responsibility. Meanwhile, after being mistreated at the Baghdad hospital he works at as a cleaner, bright thirteen-year-old orphan Hudayn is going too - it's the adventure of a lifetime. They are joined by an unruly elephant, Abul Abbas. With sea storms and bandits at every turn, can Farouk and Hudayn put their differences aside to protect Abul Abbas and make it safely to the emperor's court?

Renni, Mahu and Balaal are enjoying the summer after thwarting the evil vizier, Paser, and returning the heart scarab to General Tatia. When new adventures call, the children set off up the flooded Nile to the mystical city of Shedet to see its glorious temples dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile-headed god. But things are not as they appear, and the wicked never rest for long...

Renni and Mahu are brothers, but they are complete opposites. When Mahu hatches a plot to rob the tomb of a long-dead general in the Valley of the Kings, Renni is swept into the crime to help his family. But taking the general''s heart scarab sets a much greater chain of events into motion, which are governed by dark and mysterious powers. Will the brothers and their friend Balaal manage to return it before Anubis, the god of death, comes to collect their souls? Or will they, and the general, be cast into the Great Darkness forever?

Wolf's rival, Rain, has stolen his precious amulet! Furious, Wolf is determined to retrieve it but following Rain takes him and Crow on a journey far beyond the world he knows--over oceans to mountains filled with fire and a mysterious island at the centre of the world.

''I held up the amulet and looked at it again. In the light of the dying fire, the eyes shone even brighter. They almost seemed to be smiling.''Wolf has returned to his village with the stolen spear but his life is far from peaceful. Determined to become a shaman, he is gifted a special amulet which gives him seeing dreams: mysterious visions of the future. But Wolf's rivalry with Rain takes a nasty turn and, when Moon is poisoned, the village rejects Wolf once again. In order to clear his name, Wolf leaves to guide a sickly Moon to find a cure -- but it seems other dangers are following close behind.

This beautiful new edition, simply told for young readers, breathes new life into the classic story of enchantment that will melt anyone''s cold heart. The glittery, wintry tale of the Snow Queen has captivated children for hundreds of years and this new retelling is the perfect introduction for a new generation of readeers. Brilliantly illustrated in a fun modern style, this delightful book is part of the much-loved range of Storytime Classics which offers collectible, child-friendly format editions of classic stories to make the perfect home library for children everywhere.

Buku “Abridged Classic Series: Tom Sawyer” adalah buku cerita anak, yang menceritakan petualangan Tom Sawyer dan kawan-kawannya. Tom Sawyer adalah anak bermasalah yang mencintai petualangan. Sebagai seorang yatim piatu, dia tinggal bersama bibinya Polly, sepupu Mary dan saudara tiri Sid. Ia adalah anak yang sangat nakal, dan Sid sering mengeluh tentang dia ke Bibi Polly. Dia akan bersembunyi ketika dipanggil untuk melakukan tugas untuk bibinya, mencuri permen dan barang lain dan umumnya nakal. Tante Polly, bagaimanapun, tidak pernah bisa memaksa dirinya untuk memukul bocah nakal karena dia adalah anak saudara perempuannya yang sudah meninggal dan dia sangat mencintainya. Suatu hari, dia mengetahui dari Sid bahwa Tom bolos sekolah untuk pergi berenang. Selain itu, dia bertengkar dengan anak laki-laki lain dan pulang tertutup debu, pakaiannya compang-camping. Bibi Polly sangat marah! Sebagai hukuman, disuruh mengapur pagar sepanjang tiga puluh meter pada hari Minggu sore yang cerah. Ini sangat merepotkan untuk orang nakal seperti itu anak laki-laki yang lebih suka bermain bola atau berenang pada hari seperti itu. Jadi, Tom berdiri dengan sikat dan cat sendirian di dekat pagar. Pagar itu tampak besar baginya dan itu akan mengambil sepanjang hari untuk memberikan hanya satu lapisan cat. Dia semakin sedih memikirkan semua kesenangan dia akan ketinggalan karena tugas ini, dan bagaimana teman-temannya akan menertawakannya. Dia mempunyai mainan, kelereng, dan sampah di sakunya dan berpikir dia mungkin bisa menyuap seseorang untuk lakukan untuknya. Tapi dia masih belum memiliki keseluruhan hari yang menyenangkan. Kemudian sebuah ide muncul darinya! Dia mulai perlahan mengecat pagar. Setelah beberapa waktu, Ben Rogers datang berjalan-jalan sambil memakan apel yang besar dan berair yang membuat mulut Tom berair. Tapi dia berpura-pura mengabaikan Ben saat dia mengecat pagar. Yuk simak keseruan ceritanya dalam buku Abridged Classic Series: Tom Sawyer yang bisa Anda dapatkan di Gramedia! Sinopsis Tom Sawyer dan teman nakalnya Huckleberry Finn menyukai petualangan. Bergabunglah dengan mereka saat mereka melarikan diri dari rumah, menjelajahi gua, dan mencari harta karun yang terkubur—semuanya sambil berusaha menghindari masalah! Kisah menarik ini telah diceritakan kembali dan diadaptasi dengan ilustrasi baru, sehingga sempurna untuk pembaca muda.

Join the brave man cub Mowgli as he grows up in the jungle, befriending unforgettable characters such as Bagheera the panther and Baloo the bear. But the law of the jungle is cruel-what will it take for Mowgli to become a man? This endearing tale has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers aged 4+.

Written by bestselling author Saviour Pirotta, this fast-paced story is set in the Islamic Golden Age when Baghdad was the largest and most dazzling city in the world. Perfect for fans of thrilling adventure. Thirteen-year-old Jabir is hoping to save his family from being made homeless by finding work in Baghdad. Famished after his long journey to the city, Jabir is caught stealing bread and sent to prison. Luckily, one of the guards there notices that he has a gift for carving wooden models and he is released on the orders of the grand caliph Harun al Rashid himself. In return Jabir must carve twelve golden horsemen, a gift from the caliph to the emperor Charlemagne. But someone is determined to stop Jabir from completing the work and he will stop at nothing, not even arson, to achieve his aim. Can Jabir and his friend Yasmina finish the horsemen or will Jabir be sent back to prison? Ideal for readers aged 8+, this exciting and readable adventure story is packed with great characters and insight into Islamic civilisation and the historic culture of the Middle East circa AD 900, a period which is now studied in the National Curriculum. The Flashbacks series offers dramatic stories set in key moments of history, perfect for introducing children to historical topics.

This beautiful new edition, simply told for young readers, breathes new life into the classic tale of Puss in Boots, who used his cunning and trickery to win for his lowly master the hand of the princess in marriage. Brilliantly illustrated in a fun modern style for a new generation to enjoy, this delightful book is part of the much-loved range of Storytime Classics which offers collectible, child-friendly format editions of classic stories to make the perfect home library for children everywhere.

This beautiful new edition, simply told for young readers, breathes new life into the classic tale of the three little pigs and the big bad wolf that is part of every childhood. Three little pigs built themselves three little homes - one with straw, one with sticks and one with bricks. Can you guess which one will keep them safe when the hungry wolf comes knocking at the door? A funny story of cunning and comeuppance that has delighted children for generations is given a new lease of life in this stunning new edition, brilliantly illustrated in a fun modern style for a new generation to enjoy. This book is part of the much-loved Storytime Classics series which offers collectible, child-friendly format editions of classic stories to make the perfect home library for children everywhere.

This beautiful new edition, simply told for young readers, breathes new life into the classic tale of Rapunzel, the girl with long hair who is locked in a tower by a witch. A poor couple steal from an old woman, who takes their baby in revenge and names her Rapunzel. She keeps the child locked in a tower and in years to come, uses Rapunzel''s long hair to thwart a young prince''s efforts to help Rapunzel escape. But the prince''s love for Rapunzel and hers for him eventually unites them--and the old woman is never seen again. Fairy tales have been handed down through generations, and today Rapunzel still captivates young children with its magic and romance. This stunning new edition is brilliantly illustrated in a fun modern style for a new generation to enjoy, telling the story simply and compellingly for today''s youngest readers. This book is part of the much-loved Storytime Classics series which offers collectible, child-friendly format editions of classic stories to make the perfect home library for children everywhere.

This beautiful new edition, simply told for young readers, breathes new life into the classic tale of Little Red Riding Hood and her meeting with the Big, Bad Wolf. Handed down through generations, today it''s one of the most popular tales for young children and this stylish new edition is brilliantly illustrated in a fun modern style for a new generation to enjoy, telling the story simply and compellingly for today''s youngest readers. This book is part of the much-loved Storytime Classics series which offers collectible, child-friendly format editions of classic stories to make the perfect home library for children everywhere.

The fourth book in the ancient Greek Mysteries series is a mix of Sherlock Holmes and ancient Greece from bestselling author Saviour Pirotta, with stunning illustrations from up-and-coming illustrator Freya Hartas. This exciting adventure will have readers gripped from start to finish. Scribe Nico and his perceptive friend Thrax are back in Athens and Nico is looking forward to the spooky festival of Anthesteria and the lavish feasting at Master Lykos''s house. But when the boys suspect a plot to assassinate the general of Athens, they must put the fun aside and infiltrate the Society of Centaurs. Will they discover the true identity of the society''s leader, and will they stop the assassination? This dramatic and mysterious tale is packed with wonderful characters and insight into the daily life of the ancient Greeks, a required topic in the Key Stage 2 History curriculum. Perfect for fans of the Roman Mysteries, or anyone interest in ancient Greece.

Once upon a time...there were eight classic fairytales retold by enchanting storytellers. Step into the magical world of The Snow Queen and follow Gerda in her quest to save Kai from the clutches of an evil spell. Travel with Goldilocks and see what she discovers in the house in the forest. Follow Little Red Riding Hood through the forest and see her escape the big, bad wolf. Huff and puff but don''t blow the house down in the Three Little Pigs. See Rapunzel let down her beautiful hair and meet her prince. Join Hansel and Gretel traveling through the forest, where they discover a cottage made of sweets. Run, run - as fast as you can - with The Gingerbread Man.

The second book in the ancient Greek Mysteries series, a thrilling follow up to Mark of the Cyclops, is a mix of Sherlock Holmes and ancient Greece from bestselling author Saviour Pirotta, with stunning illustrations from up-and-coming illustrator Freya Hartas. This exciting adventure will have readers gripped from start to finish. Scribe Nico and his friend Thrax are back for another adventure in ancient Greece. Their master has brought them to Delphi, to seek guidance from the great oracle. But between the majestic hills of the sacred city, a sinister plot has been formed, and a farmer''s daughter has gone missing. Can Nico and Thrax solve the clues, save the girl and learn the secret of the oracle? This dramatic and mysterious tale is packed with wonderful characters and insight into the daily life of the ancient Greeks, a required topic in the KS2 History curriculum. Perfect for fans of the Roman Mysteries, or anyone interested in ancient Greece. Book band: Dark Blue

Presents a retelling of the tale of a little girl on her journey through the woods.

A traditional Persian tale about three orphaned siblings who embark on a journey of discovery to find a magical talking bird. Find out if they make it home again, and whether they learn anything about themselves along the way. Topaz/Band 13 books offer longer and more demanding reads for children to investigate and evaluate. Text type: A traditional tale from another culture Curriculum links: English: fairy stories, myths and legends; books from other cultures and traditions

Come on a journey to discover the magic of the ballet, meeting enchanted princesses, magical birds, dancing dolls and wicked witches. Travel to a magical kingdom of sweets, twirl at an enchanted fairytale ball, and discover the story of a sleeping princess, woken after 100 years by her true love's kiss. This beautiful gift collection contains six of the best-loved stories from the ballet: The Nutcracker; Swan Lake; The Sleeping Beauty; Cinderella; Coppelia and The Firebird. Award-winning storyteller Saviour Pirotta retells the classic tales in an accessible style that's perfect for young children, while New York Times bestselling artist Brigette Barrager's beautiful full-colour illustrations bring each magical scene to life. The perfect gift for little ballet dancers and ballet fans.

Schoolteacher Ichabod Crane loves ghost stories but things quickly change when he has an encounter with the ghostly headless horseman! Ichabod Crane is the teacher in a little village called Sleepy Hollow. Everyone in Sleepy Hollow believes in ghosts and ghouls and loves to tell spooky stories, their favourite being the legend of the headless horseman. However, things become a little too real for Ichabod when that very ghost appears one night and chases him. Why is the horseman after Ichabod and will he escape? Carefully retold in clear contemporary language, and presented with stunning illustrations, these favourite horror classics will capture the hearts and imagination of young readers. The Classic Horror series includes the following titles: Dracula: 9781781716304 Frankenstein: 9781781716281 Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde: 9781781716328 Sleepy Hollow: 9781781716342

Robin Hood lives deep in the heart of Sherwood Forest. Together with his band of merry men, he fights to protect the poor from the evil Sheriff of Nottingham who is on a rise to power. If only this hero could win the heart of the beautiful Maid Marian along the way... Carefully abridged texts, retold in clear contemporary language, these titles are perfect for any English learners and can be enjoyed by all readers. Each page of writing is accompanied by a charming illustration on the facing page, so these well-loved classics will capture the readers' heart and imagination. By condensing such classics into 48 pages as these, children are encouraged to one day read these stories in their original form. The Classic Collection includes: A Little Princess (978-1-60992-469-0) Fall 2014, Robin Hood (978-1-60992-470-6) Fall 2014, Black Beauty (978-1-60992-445-4) Spring 2014, Robinson Crusoe (978-1-60992-447-8) Spring 2014, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (978-1-60992-446-1) Fall 2013, Anne of Green Gables (978-1-60992-468-3) Fall 2013, Gulliver's Travels (978-1-60992-471-3) Fall 2013, The Secret Garden (978-1-60992-444-7) Fall 2013.

Does Theseus have what it takes to defeat the Minotaur? Theseus heads to Athens to meet his father, overcoming many obstacles on his travels. Once there he discovers 14 Athenians are about to be sent to the man-eating Minotaur, who lives in an elaborate labyrinth in Crete. He volunteers, determined to prove himself a hero. Will he defeat the Minotaur? And how will he escape the labyrinth? Classic Greek Mythology Series Enjoy delving into the lives of these ancient Greek heroes. Discover their many adventures, from fighting monsters, to undertaking life-threatening tasks and attempting to achieve the impossible. Clear language and beautiful artwork makes it easier for young readers to engage with these epic stories. The Classic Greek Mythology series includes: Theseus & the Minotaur 978-1-78171-636-6 Perseus & Medusa 978-1-78171-638-0 Jason & the Golden Fleece 978-1-78171-640-3 The Twelve Tasks of Hercules 978-1-78171-642-7

Run along the Mississippi with Tom Sawyer. Confront the Lilliputians in Gulliver’s Travels. Fight the evil sheriff of Nottingham with Robin Hood. Discover how Robinson Crusoe survived on a deserted island. QEB has chosen four fantastic adventure stories for boys to continue our successful series Classic Collection! Carefully retold in clear contemporary language, and presented with delightful illustrations, these favorite classic stories will capture the heart and imagination of young readers. By retelling the story in a shorter, simpler form, children will find these books highly engaging, and the color illustrations help with both comprehension and interest level.

Take a walk around the Secret Garden. Experience boarding school with A Little Princess. See life through a horse’s eyes with Black Beauty. Be enchanted by charming and hot-headed Anne of Green Gables. Carefully retold in clear contemporary language, and presented with delightful illustrations, these favorite classic stories will capture the heart and imagination of young readers. By retelling the story in a shorter, simpler form, children will find these books highly engaging, and the color illustrations help with both comprehension and interest level.

Ahoy, matey! Meet a larger-than-life buccaneer ready for adventure. This picture book follow-up to The Giant Book of Giants features a removable, pop-up pirate poster that's over four feet tall, with lift-the-flaps and pockets containing treasures tucked inside. Six vibrantly illustrated and action-packed tall tales complete the high-seas fun. The six stories include: Treasure Island * The Corsair Captain * The Captain's Secret * Davy Jones' Locker * The Pirate Queen * A Royal Pardon

A classic fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm retold for younger children.

A classic fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm retold for younger children.

A classic fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm retold for younger children.

A classic fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm retold for younger children.