Russell Punter

This wonderful collection contains fourteen tales of magic, mystery and fun. Alongside classics such as "The Nutcracker" and "The Little Mermaid" are less well-known tales by master story-teller flans Christian Andersen, and six funny, original stories that are sure to become equally, well loved.

Doctor Foster is off on his rounds. But wherever he goes, the weather always seems to cause him problems. Join him on his eventful tour of England in this fun retelling of the classic nursery rhyme. Doctor Foster went to Gloucester is in the Usborne First Reading series, written especially for children who are learning to read, and developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Principal Lecturer ...

Hans Christian Andersen's timeless classic, retold with simple text for children just beginning to read. Tom is delighted when he receives a box of tin soldiers for his birthday. But he has no idea they come to life when he goes to sleep!

A lively story of raccoon going to the moon and the help he needs to get back home. Ideal for children who are beginning to read for themselves, or for reading aloud together. With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition, specially designed to develop essential language and early reading skills.

When Alice journeys down the rabbit hole, she finds herself in a strange and magical world. A mad hatter, an invisible Cheshire cat and a crazy caterpillar are just some of the extraordinary characters Alice encounters in this fantastical land. Follow Alice’s amazing adventures in this beautiful graphic version of Lewis Carroll’s timeless fantasy.

The world of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, is torn apart after he receives a chilling visit from the ghost of his father. Hamlet’s vow to avenge his father’s murder takes him on a personal journey fuelled by anger and resentment. But can he retain his sanity in the process? One of William Shakespeare’s most famous plays is retold with simplified text in this richly illustrated graphic novel.