Most Popular Books by Rob Lloyd

Turned into a sideshow freak, Wild Boy, an abandoned child covered with hair, develops deductive skills while being dragged throughout the underworld of Victorian London before he is wrongly accused of murder.

A rags to riches story, twice over – as featured on Channel Four’s The Secret Millionaire. Raising the Bar documents Rob Lloyd''s life growing up on a farm in Cheshire, his years at boarding school, his close relationship with his father and distant relationship with his mother, as well as the problems he had landing his first job (having failed his English Language O level six times). His appearance on The Secret Millionaire is also described in detail.

From London’s vilest slums to its grandest palaces, Wild Boy and Clarissa hunt a murderous poisoner in hope of proving themselves to a skeptical society. London, 1842. Wild Boy, master detective and former freak-show performer, and Clarissa, circus acrobat and troublemaker, are the secret last hope of a city beset by horror. A poisoner stalks the streets, leaving victims mad with terror—and then dead. Can the Black Terror be traced to a demon called Malphas? With their partnership threatened by rules and regulations, can Wild Boy and Clarissa uncover a cure in time to save the queen and the city?

Proudly Serving is a guide to building people-centered public services. This is for everyone who serves the people, takes pride in their part, believes there is always a better way, and does the hard work to deliver it. In a world where communities expect accessible, responsive, and equitable services, Proudly Serving offers a fresh, actionable guide for today’s government leaders, civic innovators, and anyone committed to serving the public good. Proudly Serving is a call to action built with and for the people who show up every day to make government work — from frontline staff to digital service teams, policy makers to civic entrepreneurs. Regardless of title or department, this book equips you with the mindsets, tools, and frameworks needed to design and deliver public services that truly serve people. Proudly Serving brings together civic technologists, government innovators, designers, leaders, and practitioners who each share their lessons, challenges, and insights. The result is a tapestry of practical guidance and lived experience — not abstract theory — that supports both immediate improvements and long-term transformation. Whether you’re launching a new service, leading organizational change, or striving to improve everyday government interactions, this book gives you the language, mindset, and tactical playbook to do it with and for the people.

A fun and friendly flap book introducing young readers to the wonders of space. Children can blast off into space with this fantastic interactive flap book revealing the secrets of the Universe.Explore the answers to questions including, Why do stars shine? And how was the moon made? Learn about the different ways astronomers have viewed stars, see how some astronauts live on the International Space Station and find out what we know about the Moon.- Vibrant illustrations and simple explanations combine with over 70 flaps to lift. - Each double page covers a different topic, including ''Glittering galaxies'', ''On the Moon'' and ''Space Station''.- Discover more from Usborne''s Look Inside series, including farms, coral reefs, volcanoes and oceans.

The Gorgon is a hideous creature, with snakes for hair and a deadly glare – and she''s fighting Perseus to the death. Specially written for children growing in reading confidence, this thrilling retelling of the Greek myth is brought to life with full colour illustrations. Includes links to recommended websites to find out more about Ancient Greece. "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare

Wild, wacky, and often-hilarious Florida trivia

Lift the flaps to explore all sorts of exciting things that go - bulldozers rumbling around building sites, passenger ships cruising over the ocean, or jumbo jets soaring into the sky.

When Jack''s father is arrested by the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, Jack must seek help from the notorious Robin Hood. Bring the legend of Robin Hood alive with this beautiful picture book. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet.

This swashbuckling puzzle book is packed with things to find and count. Search pirate ports, stormy seas, and sunken ships to see if you can spot all the hidden treasure. Just look out for the sea monsters!

Fifteen-year-old John Trenchard, lured by rumors of treasure, becomes involved with a smuggler who leads him into danger and adventure.

A fascinating flap book packed with interesting information about how lots of things work. Discover the inner workings of cars and boats, farm and building site machines, everyday household items including vacuum cleaners, computers and fridges, and much more. Each of the seven double page spreads has several flaps to lift, to see inside a subject and understand how it works. Clear, easy to follow text introduces young readers to subjects such as electricity, simple machines and natural forces. Each topic is brought to life by fun, lively illustrations by Stefano Tognetti.

Did you know that Ancient Chinese Soldiers were kicking footballs as long ago as 2000BC? This humorously illustrated book tells the story of football, from its beginnings in the Roman Army to the modern day premiership, including how both American Football and Rugby were born. Specially written for children growing in reading confidence, this ebook includes internet links to recommended websites where readers can find out more. "A lively and engaging history of the beautiful game." - Words for Life Selected for the Premier League Reading Stars programme

Highlights the life of the Baptist minister who led the American civil rights movement.

"Have you ever wondered how cars roar along roads, or planes soar into the sky? With fun flaps to lift, this book explores how all sorts of amazing things work, from the inner workings of cars, boats and construction machines to everyday household items like vacuum cleaners, computers and refrigerators."

A gripping account of how a deadly plague swept across the world in the 14th century, killing almost half of the population. Discover how the Black Death reached Europe, the disease''s terrifying symptoms, the desperate efforts to prevent it from spreading, and the devastating effects it had on life and society in the Middle Ages and beyond. Atmospheric illustrations by Daniele Dickman reveal the chaos, fear and confusion that gripped a continent ravaged by the Black Death. Part of the successful Young Reading series from Usborne''s Reading Programme, this is a new title aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories.