A stunningly beautiful hardback edition of the most famous Christmas story in the world. Ebenezer Scrooge is a mean, miserable, bitter old man with no friends. One cold Christmas Eve, three ghosts take him on a scary journey to show him the error of his nasty ways. By visiting his past, present and future, Scrooge learns to love Christmas and the people...
Every idiot who goes around with 'Merry Christmas' on his lips, should be boiled with his own pudding.Charles Dickens's tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, who is haunted by three spirits and learns the true meaning of Christmas has had, along with Dickens's other Christmas writings, a lasting and significant influence upon our ideas about the season as a time for...
When A Christmas Carol was first published in 1843 it was an overnight success. A celebration of Christmas, a tale of redemption, and a critique on Victorian society, Charles Dickens' atmospheric novella follows the miserly, penny-pinching Ebenezer Scrooge who views Christmas as 'humbug'.It is only through a series of eerie, life-changing visits from the...
After reading Christmas Carol, the notoriously reculsive Thomas Carlyle was "seized with a perfect convulsion of hospitality" and threw not one but two Christmas dinner parties. The impact of the story may not always have been so dramatic but, along with Dickens other Christmas writings, it has had a lasting and significant influence upon our ideas about...
It's the most magical time of the year and Peppa has made a wish to have an adventure with an elf from Santa's workshop!When mysterious things start happening all around her, Peppa thinks it's the work of a naughty elf! What is really going on?
From international film phenomenon, Richard Curtis, and awardwinnning illustrator, Rebecca Cobb, comes a heartwarming tale of a magical, unconventional Christmas.Christmas is the same every year, isn't it? Same food, same routine, same visiting the neighbours and going for a walk. Except for the year of That Christmas.Find out what happens when traditions...
A stylish collection of festive scenes to colour in, perfect for keeping children occupied in the busy run-up to Christmas.
Add a sticker to each spread, colour the pictures, then read the story. In a white Christmas the Mr. Men and Little Miss characters try to help Santa bring snow to Australia; in A Christmas Carol, Mr Mean experiences the pleasure of giving.
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me... Combining hand-picked patterns from the V&A's William Morris archive with brilliant new illustrations, this beautiful book brings the words of the classic Twelve Days of Christmas song to life. A gorgeous Christmas gift to be treasured by all fans of art and design.
One boy and his toy are about to change everything.Jack loves his childhood toy, Dur Pig. DP has always been there for him, through good and bad. Until one Christmas Eve something terrible happens – DP is lost. But Christmas Eve is a night for miracles and lost causes, a night when all things can come to life… even toys. And Jack’s newest toy – the...
It's Christmas Eve and The Very Hungry Caterpillar is exploring a magical snowy landscape. Join him as he says goodnight to some baby animal friends before the magic can begin.With chunky flaps to lift on every page and gentle rhyming text, this is the perfect festive bedtime read for babies and toddlers.
A Christmas Carol is the most famous, heart-warming and chilling festive story of them all. In these pages we meet Ebenezer Scrooge, whose name is synonymous with greed and parsimony: 'Every idiot who goes about with Merry Christmas on his lips, should be boiled with his own pudding, and buried with a stake of holly through his heart'. This attitude is...
Count down the twelve days of Christmas with your favorite Roald Dahl characters in this sturdy board book.From golden tickets to fantastic foxes, this board book is perfect for introducing young readers to numbers and introducing the gloriumptious fun of Christmas.
The perfect winter a beautifully illustrated book of Christmas stories and recipes from the Booker prize longlisted author of Frankissstein'Packed with charm and beautifully illustrated. It's a book that will solve your gift dilemmas and let you escape the less salubrious aspects of Christmas for a literary wonderland' StylistEverybody loves a Christmas...
Agatha Christie’s seasonal Poirot and Marple short story collection, reissued with a striking new cover designed to appeal to the latest generation of Agatha Christie fans and book lovers. First came a sinister warning to Poirot not to eat any plum pudding, then the discovery of a corpse in a chest, next an overheard quarrel that led to murder, the...
In 1843 Charles Dickens took up his pen to begin his ‘ghostly little book’ and so created A Christmas Carol and the mean-spirited Ebenezer Scrooge, one of the most memorable characters in literature. In weaving his enduring story of redemption, Dickens gave the world a tale that delights with every retelling and played a part in shipping the modern idea...
With Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig unwell and stuck in bed, Peppa and George decide to take Christmas into their own hands with a little help from Granny and Grandpa Pig! The Christmas cards are sent, yummy treats are made and decorations are put up, but are they ready for the extra special surprise for everyone on Christmas morning?The story includes six...
It’s Christmas Eve and Bluey and Bingo are tucked up snug in their beds. When suddenly a noise outside wakes them up. Who could it be?Experience the magic of Christmas Eve with Bluey and the Heeler family in this retelling of the classic Christmas tale!
Do you love Christmas and unicorns? This new picture book is the perfect Christmas present for Peppa and unicorn fans everywhere.It's Christmas Eve, and Peppa and her family are off to a Christmas fair. There's yummy food, fun games and a carousel with a magical Christmas unicorn.But what other Christmas magic is in store for Peppa?Peppa's Christmas...
On the first day of Christmas, Santa gave to Peppa.Join Peppa and friends and count down the 12 days of Christmas in this lift the flap picture book.What wonderful things will Peppa discover over the 12 days of Christmas?
Everyone is getting ready for Christmas, but can you find Bluey and Bingo in all the festive fun?There’s lots of hidden surprises too. Join in and search for stockings, snow globes and a Surfing Santa in this Christmas search-and-find book.
A remarkable collaboration, that brings together giants of the picture book world, to create a funny, anarchic and utterly delightful picture book. A classic of the future. Hilda Snibbs takes her three mischievous little monkeys to stay with her Uncle Gilbert for Christmas. Among many amazing things, Uncle Gilbert’s prized possession is an ancient golden...
Christmas was coming. One morning in mid-December, Hogwarts woke to find itself covered in several feet of snow.So begins Chapter 12 of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, the story of Harry Potter's magical first Christmas at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. From the wonder of the Great Hall decked with sparkling, decorated fir trees to...
Christmas is not always the season of goodwill. As this hugely entertaining collection shows, it can also be the season of mysterious deaths, hidden poison bottles and blunt instruments...The stories in Classic Christmas Crime Stories have been selected and introduced by writer David Stuart Davies.
Why is Matilda worried about being on the naughty list? What happens when years after the creation of his original marvellous medicine George’s granddaughter Gigi decides to make her own potion? And how does Charlie plan to celebrate Christmas at the chocolate factory? A magical and hilarious short-story collection from 13 bestselling, much-loved...
Celebrate Christmas like Harry, Ron, and Hermione with over 50 recipes inspired by festive celebrations in the Harry Potter films.Filled with ideas to inspire feasts for every occasion, this cookbook includes recipes ranging from Professor Sprout's Superior Sprouts; Weasley Sweater Focaccia; and the Great Hall Floating Candle Cake to make sure you're...
It’s time to celebrate the holidays with all your favorite Roald Dahl characters. Christmas is the most fizz-whopping time of the year, filled with grand feasts, good tidings, and gifts that make you feel like you won a golden ticket. Celebrate the holidays with this delightfully festive gift book.
Peter Rabbit is very excited, it's nearly time for Christmas! He can't wait to eat mince pies, decorate a tree and open all his presents. Join Peter and all his friends as they get ready for Christmas and have lots of fun adventures along the way. Come together this Christmas and celebrate with Peter Rabbit and all his woodlands friends in this...
Come together this Christmas with Peter Rabbit. A perfect gift for all the family, this heart-warming book has a story and an activity to share, every day throughout December. Peter Rabbit is very excited - it's nearly time for Christmas! He can't wait to eat mince pies, decorate a tree and open all his presents. Join Peter and all his friends every...
My name is Ernest Cunningham.I’m not a detective. I just happen to have a knack for what makes mysteries and murderers tick. I’d hoped, this Christmas, that any killers out there might be willing to take a break for the holidays.I was wrong.So here I am, backstage at the Christmas show of world-famous magician Rylan Blaze, whose benefactor has just been...
Capturing the magic and finest festive traditions of Fortnum & Mason, Christmas and Other Winter Feasts gathers together everything you need to enjoy a truly delicious winter. A joyous celebration of Fortnum & Mason’s love for extraordinary seasonal food, Christmas and Other Winter Feasts is filled with flavoursome recipes for Christmas and New Year’s...