Terry Deary

The new wickedly funny and clever murder mystery from the multi-million-copy bestselling author of the Horrible Histories. 'Delightfully fun' i PAPER'The perfect thriller - transporting you to a point in time through exquisite period details, peculiarly beguiling characters and immediate page turning events. The sort of book you dream of writing!' TOM ALLEN______________1973. Hours after a mysterious phone call is made to the police, a train pulls into Sunderland station with a dead body on board. Cause of death: strangulation. Victim: unknown. Witnesses: none. Undeterred by this baffling set of circumstances, newly promoted Police Sergeant Aline James vows to crack the case and prove her critics wrong. But when her famously ruthless investigation tactics yield no results, she is forced to seek help from two unlikely allies: unassuming assassin John Brown and calamitous actor Tony Davies. As bodies pile up, can this unusual trio thwart a devilishly complex plot, before one of them, actually, becomes a corpse?______________Praise for the Actually Murders . . . 'Sinister and hilarious. Great fun' SUN'Dark, witty . . . had me racing for the end' JANICE HALLETT'[A] smart, funny and deftly executed page turner' GUARDIAN'Funny, and so very, very clever . . . the most fun I've had reading a book in a long time ' M. W. CRAVEN'Wonderful' IAN MOORE

Horrible Histories finally turns its attention to the most popular sport on Earth, football. Read all about football's beginnings in the Middle Ages, which involved no rules, except maybe not intentionally killing the other side, all the way to the First World War and its famous Christmas day match, plus awful injuries, silly supporters and not forgetting women in the sport. Publishing in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this book will cover everything you need to know about football's horrible history. fully illustrated throughout and packed with horrible stories – with all the horribly hilarious bits included with a fresh take on the classic Horrible Histories style, perfect for fans old and new the perfect series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage shows, magazines, games and the brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie - Rotten Romans.

A globetrotting, laugh-out-loud funny history for grown-ups from the multi-million copy bestselling author. It is a truth universally acknowledged that the rich and powerful always look after their own and the working people are always revolting. But every now and again, a new group actually manages to seize power, and it changes history. In his new book, Revolting, bestselling Horrible Histories author Terry Deary takes readers on a hilarious and eye-opening journey through some of the most significant rebellions and uprisings that have happened through the ages, including:Ivaylo, the Bulgarian swineherd who managed to fight off the Mongols, slay the Tsar and marry his widow in the space of a year. Spartacus, a touch more modest in his aims, who mainly wanted to go home to see his mum. The two suffragists who posted themselves by Royal Mail to see the prime minister (a first-class idea, though Downing Street declined the parcel). From the peasants to the slaves, the martyrs to the mutineers, Revolting celebrates the resilience and determination of those who dared to challenge the status quo through the ages. Praise for A History of Britain in Ten Enemies:'If you could take just one history book to a desert island, this would be it. It is laugh out loud funny' Conn Iggulden, bestselling author of the Emperor series'Ram-packed with mind-blowing facts, hilarious characters, and little-known tales' Dan Schreiber, author of The Theory of Everything Else‘A book for anyone who ever wished there was a Horrible Histories for grown-ups' Kate Lister, author of A Curious History of Sex‘Not just an eye-opener, but a mind-opener’ Tracy Borman, author of The Private Lives of the Tudors

''Sinister and hilarious'' SUN''Extraordinarily fun and oh-so-gripping'' i PAPER______________Four strangers on a train. An unlikely introduction:''Actually, I''m a murderer.''It is 1973 and the lives of four people are thrown into turmoil when sharing a carriage with an unremarkable little man with glasses, on the night train back to Newcastle.By the end of the following day, one of them will be dead, one will turn blackmailer and another forced to commit a crime. And all of them will be under the astute observation of Aline, the local police officer with her own agenda to fulfil.When the body count begins to rise, the question is: just how many murderers are out there... and who will be the next victim?

From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, also a TV show and movie, who has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a fantastically funny collection of Victorian tales based on action-packed true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don't know they're history fans yet) aged 7+. The Fabulous Flier: Henri Gifford invented the first powered airship, eager to fly across Paris. All was going well until the thunder began rumbling... Will young Marie help Mr Gifford before his airship tumbles out of the sk? he Sea Monsters: It's 1838, and Patrick and Grace Leary are aboard The Sirius, set to become the first ever ship to sail from Dublin to New York using only steam power. But they're racing their cousin Ben who is on board the giant steam ship the Great Western. Fire, injury and a lack of coal... Who will win this rac? error on the Train: When a crowded train runs full speed into a section of track that has been taken up for repair, can Charles Dickens himself become the hero the passengers need? The Twisted Tunnels: Jenny and her grandfather live in the sewers and sell what they can find. That is until the building of the London Underground Railway destroys the slums and their meagre home. Where will Jenny live no? erry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: Victorians explores the world of the Victorians through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Packed with fun illustrations by Helen Flook, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Victorian settings, including London. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, also a TV show and movie, who has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a hilarious collection of Saxon tales based on exciting true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don't know they're history fans yet) aged 7+. The Witch Who Faced the Fire: Follow young Ardith Hutton on her journey as a cunning man's apprentice, learning magical cures for diseases and pains. But are they really magical? Does Ardith have the ability to cure the villagers when they seek out her assistance? They might just accuse her of witchcraft... The Lord Who Lost His Head: With royalty, bandits, blacksmiths and gold coins, this tale is packed with humour and trickery. Local village girl Marian needs to play it safe and smart; her family and the village are counting on her. The King Who Threw Away His Throne: King Vortigern was a fool with more brains in his beard than his skull. What will he do when the Saxon hordes plan to invade Britain? Join Mervyn on his great attempts to aid the king in defeating the Saxons. The Shepherd Who Ate His Sheep: It's the dead of winter, and all Upton Medway has to eat is pea and ham soup... without the ham. Steal a sheep and hope nobody notices, of course! But when the owner comes looking for the thief, who will take the blam? erry Deary's Terrible True Tales: Saxons explores the world of the Saxons and features real people from the thrilling time period. Packed with fun illustrations from Tambe, the four stories take place in some of the most recognisable Saxon settings.

From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide.''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.'' (The i newspaper on The Silver Hand) Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents an exciting collection of tales from the First World War based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+. The War Game: Flanders, 1914. The German and British soldiers in the trenches make an unofficial Christmas truce, with carols and a football match. But the officers aren''t happy...The Bomber Balloon: November 1916 – the war on the Home Front. A German Zeppelin crashes during a raid on Essex. Can a constable and a schoolgirl round up the armed air crew?The Last Flight: France 1917 – the war in the air. An air observer is shot down behind enemy lines and meets the German flying ace, the famous Red Baron.The Pigeon Spy: Flanders, 1918. The extraordinary true story of a pigeon, a black bird called Cher Ami, who saved nearly 200 lives.Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: First World War explores the First World War through the eyes of children and real people who could have lived at the time. Packed with thoughtful illustrations by James de la Rue, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable First World War settings. Featuring notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide.''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.'' (The i newspaper on The Silver Hand) Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents an exciting collection of tales from the Home Front of the Second World War based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+. The Bike Escape: Northampton, 1939. A young tearaway unwillingly evacuated to the countryside is unjustly accused of theft. He decides to make his way back home, never mind the Blitz – but he''ll need to steal a bike to do it...The Apple Spy: Scotland, 1940. A pair of children realise that the odd strangers they see in their tiny village are German spies. Can they alert the authorities or will the ruthless spies find them first?The Barrel Burglary: Sunderland, 1941. The Home Guard of a small town need supplies but the local factory owner won''t help. So they decide to use unconventional methods instead...The Phantom Farm: Portsmouth, 1941. With food scarce and rationing taking hold, plenty of people turned to the black market to get more than their share. A girl finds herself mixed up in mysterious dealings – what is the secret of the haunted farm? Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: Second World War explores the Second World War through the eyes of children and real adults who could have lived at the time. Packed with thoughtful illustrations by James de la Rue, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Second World War settings. Featuring notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

Remember, remember the 4th of November... *It is a truth universally acknowledged that the rich and powerful always look after their own and the working people are always revolting. But every now and again, a new group actually manages to seize power, and it changes history.Horrible Histories author Terry Deary takes readers on a hilarious and eye-opening journey through some of the most significant rebellions and uprisings that have happened through the ages.Few enjoy the success of Ivaylo, the Bulgarian swineherd who managed to fight off the Mongols, slay the Tsar and marry his widow in the space of a year. But then, some rebels have more modest aims: Spartacus mainly wanted to go home to see his mum. Either way, we have much to learn from the tactics of revolutionaries gone by, like the two suffragists who posted themselves by Royal Mail to see the prime minister. (A first-class idea, though Downing Street declined the parcel.)From the peasants to the slaves, the martyrs to the mutineers, Revolting celebrates the resilience and determination of those who dared to challenge the status quo through the ages.* Turns out we''ve been getting the nursery rhyme wrong all these years. An explosive revelation.

On This Horrible Day in History takes 365 very ordinary days and asks, 'What's the VERY worst that could happen?' Jam-packed with Horrible facts for every single day of the year, this hilariously Horrible book is the perfect gift for fans of history and fans of the horrible, ancient or not-so ancient. Maybe your dad shares his birthday with Guy Fawkes, or your brother shares his with Ivan the Terrible... Maybe this year, Christmas is marked with the Romans unexpectedly obliterating rioters, or the last day of the school year is overshadowed by a very much expected beheading. Anything could happen! With a foul and fascinating fact for every day of the year, you'll find yourself returning to this book again and again. illustrated throughout and packed with horrible stories – with all the horribly hilarious bits included perfect for anyone looking for a fun and informative read Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage shows, magazines, games and the brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie – Rotten Romans.

Historické fakty, pravdepodobná pravda aj prikrášlené príbehy o výbojných a vynaliezavých Vikingoch, ktorí na obratných langskipoch objavili Ameriku o celých 500 rokov skôr, ako sa k jej brehom omylom dostal Krištof Kolumbus! V úplne novom vydaní knižky Terryho Dearyho sa dozviete ešte oveľa viac: za čím vikinský boh Thor žialil a prečo sa ženil v ženských svadobných šatách; ktorý pripečený pápež dal vykopať mŕtvolu, aby ju súdil a odsúdil na smrť; a ktorého kráľa zákerne zavraždili na záchode, keď mu zapichli dýku do zadku. Pomocou názorného návodu si môžete postaviť dlhú vikinskú loď langskip alebo sa vyobliekať ako Viking. Hrôzostrašná história ponúka zaujímavosti aj zábavu, hravosť aj hrôzu.

From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, now a TV show and movie, who has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide.''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.'' – The i newspaper on The Silver HandHorrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a rip-roaringly funny collection of Tudor tales based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+. The Prince, the Cook and the Cunning King: King Henry VII is a mean and ruthless king and when a young boy named Lambert Simnel lays claim to the throne, Henry is furious. Lambert is no match for the powerful king – can he escape the extraordinary punishment he faces?The Thief, the Fool and the Big Fat King: Eleanor becomes troubled by her family''s cunning and foils their plans to catch a coney. Meanwhile, fearsome King Henry VIII has some rather cruel ideas of justice ... for everyone.The Maid, the Witch and the Cruel Queen: The day Queen ''Bloody Mary'' Tudor came to town was the most terrifying day of young Meg''s life. Everyone wants to impress her, and what better way is there than by burning a witch? But the ''witch'' in question, Old Nan, is more clever and cunning than the townspeople who hunt her ...The Actor, the Rebel and the Wrinkled Queen: The dashing Earl of Essex is plotting a rebellion to overthrow the aged Elizabeth I and is using the Globe Theatre in his plot. When Queen Elizabeth I learns of the plan, Shakespeare''s theatre company end up in the most putrid prison in the land. Can James, a young actor, help the bard to earn the Queen''s forgiveness and the company''s freedom?Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: Tudors explores the world of the Tudors through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Packed with fun illustrations by Helen Flook, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Tudor settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, now a TV show and movie, who has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide.Named ''outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books for Keeps Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a rip-roaringly funny collection of Viking tales based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+.The Eye of the Viking God: Norway, 793 CE. Fleece was snatched by Viking warriors when she was a young girl. Now she must work for a bullying farmer and his family, looking after their sheep. She longs to return to the country where she was born, but how will she ever make that journey back across the sea? The Battle for the Viking Gold: Whitby, Northern England, 867 CE. Edwin and Luke are young boys training to be monks. It''s a quiet life until suddenly the Vikings invade. The boys are terrified of the fearsome Danes, whose gods are even more terrifying warriors than they are. What will happen if the boys are caught?The Sword of the Viking King: Wessex, England, 878 CE. Fortune is not on the side of the English and the Vikings will soon control all the land. Even young Ethelbert believes he could do a better job than King Alfred. Little does he know that soon he will be called on to prove it. The Hand of the Viking Warrior: North America, 1009 CE. The conquering Vikings are delighted to reach North America. The land is green and fertile - it''s the perfect place to establish a new home. But first they must learn to get on with the native people.Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: Vikings explores the world of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Packed with fun illustrations by Helen Flook, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

''Sinister and hilarious. Great fun'' SUN''[A] smart, funny and deftly executed page turner'' GUARDIAN''Extraordinarily fun and oh-so-gripping'' i PAPER''Dark, witty . . . had me racing for the end'' JANICE HALLETT''Funny, and so very, very clever . . . the most fun I''ve had reading a book in a long time '' M. W. CRAVEN''Wonderful'' IAN MOORE______________A hilarious and whip-smart crime novel by the multimillion-copy bestselling author of the Horrible Histories. The perfect mystery for fans of Anthony Horowitz, Richard Osman and Janice Hallett.Four strangers on a train. An unlikely introduction:''Actually, I''m a murderer.'' It is 1973 and the lives of four people are thrown into turmoil when sharing a carriage with an unremarkable little man with glasses, on the night train back to Newcastle. By the end of the following day, one of them will be dead, one will turn blackmailer and another forced to commit a crime. And all of them will be under the astute observation of Aline, the local police officer with her own agenda to fulfil. When the body count begins to rise, the question is: just how many murderers are out there... and who will be the next victim?______________''Laugh-out-loud funny'' WOMAN & HOME''A delightful joyride of a book'' SIMON BRETT''A fun page-turner . . . a gripping book and perfect for Knives Out fans'' PRESS ASSOCIATION''Gripping, original and hard to put down'' KATE ELLIS''Witty, wonderfully paced and great fun'' MATURE TIMES''Highly original and deeply engaging'' FRANCES BRODY

Nové vydanie obľúbenej knižky, ktorá vás zavedie do obdobia pred vyše 5 000 rokmi, do čias, keď sa v povodí Nílu a ešte o kusisko ďalej rozprestierala rozľahlá ríša starých Egypťanov, kde žili rozprávkovo bohatí faraóni aj žalostne chudobní roľníci, kde sa tešili viac na smrť ako na život, a preto stavali pyramídy a zosnulým do hrobiek vkladali obľúbené predmety aj všeličo pod zub. V knihe sa dozviete aj o tom, prečo musel faraón pravidelne behať, prečo kráľovné nosili falošnú bradu, komu sa pomstili múmie, ale nájdete tu aj návod, ako si takú múmiu alebo test na dôkaz magickej sily pyramíd urobiť doma v kuchyni. Zistíte, ako sa hrávali egyptské deti a čo nosili oblečené (nič!). Navyše získate stručný prehľad o zložitých rodinných vzťahoch egyptských bohov, ktorí dohliadali na všetko, čo sa v tejto úctyhodnej ríši dialo. História ešte nikdy nebola taká zaujímavá a hrôzostrašná!

A ridiculously funny history of Britain for adults from the multimillion-copy bestselling author of the Horrible Histories, perfect for fans of Unruly by David Mitchell.''Ram-packed with mind-blowing facts, hilarious characters, and little-known tales'' Dan Schreiber''If you could take just one history book to a desert island, this would be it. Laugh out loud funny... Pure joy'' Conn IgguldenAh, Britain. So special. The greatest nation on earth, some say. And we did it all on our own. Didn’t we?As it happens Britannia got its name from the Romans, and for the past two centuries we have been ruled by Germans. As Horrible Histories author Terry Deary argues, nations and their leaders are defined by the enemies they make.- Elizabeth I would count as a minor royal without the Spanish Armada- Without the Nazis, Churchill would be remembered as an opposition windbag- The surprisingly sadistic Boudica would be forgotten if it weren''t for the Roman Ninth LegionAnd after all, every nation sometimes needs a bit of unifying Blitz spirit (although in an ideal world, we wouldn’t have accidentally let Corporal Hitler go in the first place).The British have a proud history of choosing their enemies, from the Romans to the Germans. You might even say those enemies made Britain what it is today...A History of Britain in Ten Enemies is a witty, whistlestop tour of British history that will have you laughing as you find out what they didn''t teach you in school.''Playful, cheeky, and very clever, this is a book for anyone who ever wished there was a Horrible Histories for grown-ups'' Kate ListerTerry Deary, UK''s bestselling Children''s & Young Adult Non-Fiction author since records began, Nielsen, September 2024. A History of Britain in Ten Enemies was an instant Sunday Times bestseller on release, 10 October 2024.