Sally Gardner

‘A delicious romp’ The Times‘Beautifully written and propulsive’ Adele Parks‘I adored The Bride Stone – Sally Gardner's best novel yet’ Amanda Craig1796. Newly released from a French prison, Duval Harlington returns home, clinging to memories of the peaceful estate that kept him alive. But Muchmore is in upheaval, and his late father’s will presents a cruel twist: Duval must marry at once, or lose everything. With only a few hours left, Duval stumbles upon a wife sale and is horrified – until he sees Edmée, a woman whose quiet composure masks something far more complex. On impulse, he makes an extravagant bid and marries her. But little does Duval know, this is only the beginning of his troubles. For Edmée is not who she says she is, and her secrets will soon threaten to dismantle everything Duval holds dear...

Hlava psa a telo dáždnika? Za tým musia byť nejaké čary! Zoznámte sa s najbláznivejším dáždnikom, aký ste kedy videli! Volá sa Bob, má hlavu psa, dokáže rozprávať, myslieť, cítiť a má mnohé magické schopnosti. Päť rokov prežil v stratách a nálezoch, túžiac po niekom, kto ho bude mať rád. Keď spozná Sylviu Mesačnú, ktorá si ho kúpi, má pocit, že sa mu splnilo všetko, o čom sníval. Na svete je však veľa ľudí, ktorí by ho radi vlastnili, a tí ho aj od dievčatka odlúčia. Podarí sa nakoniec Bobovi vrátiť domov k Sylvii?

Zoznámte sa s najbláznivejším dáždnikom, aký ste kedy videli! Volá sa Bob, má hlavu psa, dokáže rozprávať, myslieť, cítiť a má mnohé magické schopnosti. Päť rokov prežil v stratách a nálezoch, túžiac po niekom, kto ho bude mať rád. Keď spozná Sylviu Mesačnú, ktorá si ho kúpi, má pocit, že sa mu splnilo všetko, o čom sníval. Na svete je však veľa ľudí, ktorí by ho radi vlastnili, a tí ho aj od dievčatka odlúčia. Podarí sa nakoniec Bobovi vrátiť domov k Sylvii?

''A masterpiece of nostalgia, magic and warm-hearted storytelling... [It] will keep 4+ year olds enchanted for hours'' School Reading ListCosta and Carnegie winning author and artist’s timeless, enchanting picture book, about shopping with the fairies in Silverbell Street.In Silverbell Street the shops are always open, if you believe in fairies. You can buy a cloak of invisibility or magic lamp, an umbrella that will transport you to the stars, eat flying fairy cakes at the Foxglove Restaurant, or join the fairies as they try on sparkly new dancing shoes and ball gowns and much much more. Familiar giants, fairies and witches will encourage children to find characters hidden in the illustrations.A beloved picture book, updated and modernised for a new generation.

Egyszer volt, hol nem volt… egy szigeten, amelyet lehagytak a világtérképről, élt egyszer egy kislány, akit Dicső K. Bettinek hívtak. Betti itt találkozik a titokzatos Tigris úrral. Hatalmas kihívás áll előttük: kékre kell színezniük a holdat, gingalangbogyókat kell gyűjteniük, hogy fagylaltot készítsenek belőlük. Mégpedig egy olyan különleges fagylaltot, amelyből egyetlen gombóc elég egy kívánság teljesüléséhez.

''A delicious romp of a novel'' The Times''Sally writes so brilliantly... compelling, thrilling and beguiling!'' Caroline Lea''As if Angela Carter had written Georgette Heyer with a dash of A Tale of Two Cities'' Amanda Craig''Beautifully written... a real page-turner'' Mandy Robothom''Part storyteller, part magician – no one brings history to life like Sally Gardner'' Meg RosoffAN ESTATE ON THE LINE.1796. Duval Harlington, recently released from prison in France, is on his way home. Memories of the tranquil family estate kept his spirits high through his worst days in La Force, so it is no small sorrow to return and find Muchmore thrown into chaos. His despicable father, he learns, has died. And while he has left the estate to Duval, there is one small stipulation: he must be married, or else lose everything…A MARRIAGE OF CONVENIENCE.With only two days and seven hours to find a wife, devoted bachelor Duval is prepared to walk away. But then he stumbles upon a wife sale. With women being bought and sold like chattels, Duval is horrified by what he sees. Until he lays eyes on one intriguing figure…A BRIDE WITH A HIDDEN PAST.Duval makes an extravagant bid, and he and Edmée are married with minutes to spare. But little does Duval know, this is only the beginning of his troubles. For Edmée is not who she says she is, and her secrets will soon threaten to dismantle everything he holds dear…CRITICS LOVE SALLY GARDNER:''Seductive'' Observer''Wildly inventive'' The TImes''Superb... joyful'' New Statesman''A delight'' The Sunday Times''Beguiling'' Mail on Sunday''Magical storytelling'' Heat''A triumph!'' Caroline Lea''Bold and original'' Financial Times''I was completely captivated'' Amanda CraigREADERS LOVE THE BRIDE STONE:''Intriguing, enlightening and romantic'' ''Such a page-turner... highly recommended'' ''Vivid and tense... will stay with readers long after they finish''''[I] hope the BBC immediately turns this into a period drama!''''Secrets aplenty [with] a delightful twist!'''' I was drawn in from the start and remained captivated throughout''''I was utterly captivated... I raced through this novel''

‘This captivating series of adventures is ideal for those who love whimsical humour’ Guardian, Best Children’s Books of the Year Written by Carnegie and Costa Award-winning author Sally Gardner and beautifully illustrated throughout by Greenaway-shortlisted artist Chris Mould, Pernickety Boo is the unforgettable story of a very unusual umbrella. 'Hello,' said the umbrella. 'Gosh,' said the boy. The umbrella's handle was carved in the shape of a dog’s head, with a very long snout and a shiny nose and ears that flopped back. 'You can talk.' 'I suppose I can,' said the umbrella. 'Do you have a name?' asked the boy. 'No,' said the umbrella. 'Do I need a name?' 'Yes,' said the small boy. 'You need one for someone to let you in at the front door, and another name to be let out the back door.' Brought to life by a careless sorcerer, Pernickety Boo is a well-educated umbrella with unexplored magical powers – and after he is left behind on the London Underground by his forgetful creator, Pernickety must find an owner: someone who will truly love him. So when Pernickety meets young Sylvie Moonshine and is welcomed into her home, he thinks that all of his prayers have been answered. But there are plenty of other people who are also interested in the magical umbrella, and who threaten to separate Pernickety from his beloved Sylvie, unless he can find a way to stop them. Perfect for fans of A Bear Called Paddington, The Velveteen Rabbit, and Winnie-the-Pooh, this instant classic is a book for the whole family to share.

<p>'<i>I have no idea how long I have been incarcerated in these ancient walls . . . Let me explain how I find myself in this predicament . . .</i><i>'</i><br><br>Set in the hot houses of a stately home in eighteenth century England, a gardener falls from grace when the Duke sets him the impossible task of growing prize pineapples fit to show off in high society.<br><br>The gardener's star falls further when he is replaced by Mr Amicus, a pineapple 'specialist', whom he believes to be a charlatan and a trickster - but nevertheless miraculously produces fruit to delight the Duke. <br><br>Determined to uncover Mr Amicus's tricks, the gardener sneaks into the pineapple house to uncover the mysterious shrouded birdcage Mr Amicus carries with him. And what he finds changes his life for ever . . .<br><br>A cautionary tale with echoes of myth and fairy tale, this bewitching fable will make you careful what you wish for.</p>

''Gorgeous storytelling and illustrations. Perfect for 5+ year olds'' School Reading ListAn enchanting fairy tale about three princesses with hearts made of glass, written and illustrated by Costa and Carnegie winning Sally Gardner.In a faraway, magical kingdom of palaces built on water and secret gardens, there once lived three princesses whose hearts were made of glass. The first princess''s heart was broken. The second''s got cracked and could not be mended. But the third princess was lucky and her heart stayed whole.This is the story of those three princesses; a tale of kindness, courage and happiness for everyone whose heart has ever been touched.

Hallottál már a Kacatkákról? Szemét-sziget mindig vidám és verses kedvű apróságairól, akik újrahasznosítják a szemetet, amit mi eldobálunk? Dugó kapitány és Seprű nagy bajba kerülnek, amikor a Palack-hegy leszakad. A kacatkák izgalmas mentőakcióba csöppennek, és ki gondolta volna, hogy épp a nyakiglábok (vagyis emberek) lesznek a segítségükre? Egyiknek szemét, másiknak Kincs!

Hallottál már a Kacatkákról? Ezek a mütyür lények, mióta világ a világ, de legalábbis a vikingek óta azzal foglalatoskodnak, hogy újrahasznosítják a szemetet, amit mi eldobáltunk. Ismerd meg Cinkát, Centit, Dugó kapitányt, Fő-Főkötő admirálist és a többieket, akik lépten-nyomon mindenféle vidám kalandba keverednek, a jelmondatuk pedig ez: Egyiknek szemét, másiknak Kincs!

Written by Carnegie and Costa Award-winning author Sally Gardner, beautifully illustrated throughout with stunning illustrations from Greenaway-shortlisted artist Chris Mould, and filled with heart, humour and imagination, Pernickety Boo is the unforgettable, magical story of a very unusual umbrella. 'Hello,' said the umbrella. 'Gosh,' said the boy. The umbrella's handle was carved in the shape of a dog’s head, with a very long snout and a shiny nose and ears that flopped back. 'You can talk.' 'I suppose I can,' said the umbrella. 'Do you have a name?' asked the boy. 'No,' said the umbrella. 'Do I need a name?' 'Yes,' said the small boy. 'You need one for someone to let you in at the front door, and another name to be let out the back door.' Brought to life by a careless sorcerer, Pernickety Boo is a well-educated umbrella with unexplored magical powers – and after he is left behind on the London Underground by his forgetful creator, Pernickety must find an owner: someone who will truly love him. So when Pernickety meets young Sylvie Moonshine and is welcomed into her home, he thinks that all of his prayers have been answered. But there are plenty of other people who are also interested in the magical umbrella, and who threaten to separate Pernickety from his beloved Sylvie, unless he can find a way to stop them. Perfect for fans of A Bear Called Paddington, The Velveteen Rabbit, and Winnie-the-Pooh, this instant classic is a book for the whole family to share.

Neva is born into a world of trickery and illusion, where fortunes are won and lost on the turn of a card. But she is also born with an extraordinary gift: she can predict the weather. In Regency England, where the proper goal for a gentlewoman is marriage and only God can foretell the future, this is a dangerous power to possess. In order to stand up to the men of science, Neva adopts a sophisticated male disguise, created by her brilliant clockmaker father. But what will happen when she falls in love with a charismatic young man?

Women imprisoned by superstition, chained by guilt. Perched on a mountain in a land of ancient forests is a village, rife with secrets. Cut off from the outside world it is run by the elders, men to whom tradition is all. Edith lives alone with her alcoholic father who is forcing her to marry the village butcher. But she is in love with a shepherd who promised to return to her. As the village becomes isolated in a sea of snow, Edith loses her power of speech. And it is this enchantment that will have far-reaching consequences, not only for Edith but for the whole village. 'A darkly scattered fable told with beauty, magic, love but also heart-wrenching realism ... Fans of The Familiars and The Binding will love this' MY WEEKLY 'It's fabulous, we should all have copies' Simon Mayo, Scala Radio 'A glorious love story, a spellbinding fable' Adele Parks

Nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019. An extraordinary tale about the search for love from the acclaimed Costa and Carnegie winning novelist Sally Gardner. Jazmin has been shunned ever since her best friend Becky disappeared. But Becky didn't just disappear - she jumped off a tall building and seemingly never reached the ground. It was as if she simply vanished into thin air. Did Jazmin have something to do with her disappearance? Or was it more to do with Icarus, so beguiling and strangely ever youthful, with whom Becky became suddenly besotted . . . Includes detailed and intriguing black and white illustrations throughout.

`shades of Sarah Waters...irresistible' - The Guardian `I would like to make myself the heroine of this story - an innocent victim led astray. But alas sir, I would be lying...' London, 1756: In Newgate prison, Tully Truegood awaits trial. Her fate hanging in the balance, she tells her life-story. It's a tale that takes her from skivvy in the back streets of London, to conjuror's assistant, to celebrated courtesan at her stepmother's Fairy House, the notorious house of ill-repute where decadent excess is a must... Tully was once the talk of the town. Now, with the best seats at Newgate already sold in anticipation of her execution, her only chance of survival is to get her story to the one person who can help her avoid the gallows. She is Tully Truegood. Orphan, whore, magician's apprentice. Murderer? A compelling mix of bawdy romp and magical realism.'-Sarra Manning, Red magazine