Mary Sebag-Montefiore

The dramatic story of a young boy's escape from an unhappy childhood into the adventures of an adult life, full of unforgettable characters from the cruel Mr Mudstone, the formidable Aunt Betsey and worm-like Uriah Heap. Specially rewritten as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, aimed at children growing in reading ability and confidence.

A dramatic adaptation of the much-loved classic by Charlotte Bronte, with atmospheric illustrations by Alan Marks. It is the compelling story of Jane Eyre and the mysterious Mr. Rochester, sensitively retold for younger readers. It is part of Usborne's popular "Young Reading" series, developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Principal Lecturer at the University of Roehampton. This book is in "Series Three", for confident readers.

Leo Tolstoy's epic Russian classic, retold in just 64 pages. First published in 1869, this novel is one of the most famous books in the world, and this simple but atmospheric retelling now makes it accessible for young readers. Set in Russia following the French invasion of Russia in 1812, as the Tsarist regime is succeeded by the Napoleonic era.

This is a new title in "Young Reading, Series Three". It is aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. It tells the doomed love story of Cathy and Heathcliffe as seen through the eyes of a neighbor, Mr Lockwood, and the old nurse, Nelly Dean. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is Principal Lecturer in Education from Roehampton University and an early reading specialist. It is a beautifully produced hardback with ribbon marker.

It is the unlikely heroes in stories that are sometimes the most inspiring of all. Stories about someone small, and seemingly unimportant or overlooked, who ends up being the one to stand tall. This collection of seven fairy tales, once much loved, now forgotten, breathes new life into old tales: a farm girl outwits an ogre, an old man wins fame for his kindness, while a girl discovers that what makes her different is also what makes her so special. This magical collection will bring inspiration to a new generation of readers and act as a reminder that anyone, no matter how small, can make a difference.