Gillian Cross crea narrativas convincentes que profundizan en las complejas relaciones y dilemas morales que enfrentan los jóvenes. Sus historias a menudo exploran temas como la familia, la identidad y la lucha por la justicia. Con un estilo cautivador y una aguda visión de la psicología de los personajes, sus obras resuenan profundamente en los lectores. Cross capta magistralmente la autenticidad de la adolescencia y sus desafíos inherentes.
Take a trip into the future of medicine. Dr Cross explains everything from genetic modification, eco-health and virtual reality medicine, to remote surgery by robot and personalised medicine.
Machines, mysteries and mayhem - this must be a case for OLLIE SPARK! Ollie Spark has his biggest adventure yet, when he travels to a fancy food festival on a far-flung island! There are tasty treats galore - but the festival's guest of honour, a grand Duchess, is acting very suspiciously. What is she hiding? Ollie embarks on an undercover mission involving spying, secret recipes and lots of noodles. It's up to Ollie and his lovable dog Gasket to uncover the truth, and save the island before disaster strikes!
Ella ist neu in der Klasse und möchte unbedingt zur angesagten Mädchenclique dazugehören. Doch die interessiert sich nicht für die schüchterne Neue. Da stößt Ella in der Bibliothek auf ein Buch mit einer Anleitung zum Freunde finden. Damit muss es einfach klappen! Schritt für Schritt folgt sie den Tipps. Doch der Plan geht nicht so auf wie gedacht. Eine einfühlsame Geschichte über Freundschaft und den Mut, zu sich selbst zu stehen – leicht zu lesen und spannend erzählt. Einfach super lesbar! Mehr zu den super lesbaren Büchern unter www.superlesbar.de
A tour of everything that's disgusting, unusual and amazing about the human body. Find out everything about poo, pus and bogies, while learning a whole lot about how our bodies work hard in hundreds of fascinating ways to keep us alive.
A brand-new collaboration, from the creator of The Demon Headmaster and creator of The Boxtrolls!
A book for the post-Covid world, this is a fun and reassuring look into the amazing science behind saving the world from disease.
Struggling to forge new friendships can be a common challenge. This book offers insights and practical strategies to help individuals connect with others and build meaningful relationships. It explores the psychology behind social interactions, providing tips on overcoming social anxiety and initiating conversations. Readers will find guidance on nurturing friendships and creating lasting bonds, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to enhance their social life and expand their circle of friends.
Music is king in this wonderfully charming story of bandmates and babies, with strong messages of family and frienship at its heart. From children's author legend Gillian Cross. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 7+
Gillian Cross's brilliant retelling and Neil Packer's glorious illustrations bring to life Homer's Iliad, one of the greatest stories ever told.
'The raiders headed right for us. There were half a dozen of them. Heavy, tall men with packs on their backs. And guns in their hands.' Money is worthless. Armed robbers roam the streets. No one is safe. Matt and his little brother, Taco, escape through the Channel Tunnel. Their mother said they would be safe on the other side. She was wrong.
