Paul Jennings ist ein gefeierter Autor, dessen fantasievolle Kurzgeschichten die Leser gefesselt haben. Seine Werke zeichnen sich durch eine spielerische und doch tiefgründige Erkundung des Unerwarteten aus, wobei er oft Elemente des Surrealen in den Alltag einwebt. Jennings besitzt die einzigartige Fähigkeit, die Anliegen und Neugierde junger Leser zu erfassen und Erzählungen zu schaffen, die sowohl unterhaltsam als auch zum Nachdenken anregend sind. Seine unverwechselbare Stimme und sein Gespür für überraschende Wendungen haben seinen Platz als beliebte Figur in der Kinderliteratur gefestigt.
17 Gruselgeschichten von Paul Jennings, dem Meister der Spannung und der Gänsehaut! Hast du schon mal ein Ohr aus der Wand wachsen sehen? Glaubst du an Besucher aus dem Jenseits? Gibt es wirklich Menschenfresser?
Die Slobberer, seltsame Kreaturen, breiten sich aus, während Frösche angreifen. Ihr Ziel sind die Kinder Dawn und Rory, deren Streit die Ereignisse ausgelöst hat.
Paul Jennings, der australische Meister des Gruselns, präsentiert 16 spannende und unerwartete Geschichten. Eine davon handelt von Eric, dessen Neid auf einen Klassenkameraden und dessen durchsichtigen Käfer fatale Folgen hat: Seine Hand wird langsam durchsichtig. Atemberaubende und skurrile Erzählungen erwarten den Leser.
Es ist wirklich unglaublich, welche horrormässigen Dinge sich im ganz normalen Alltag entwickeln können: 17 spannende Stories.
17 total spukige, absurde und komische Schauergeschichten eines australischen Meisters, der alle in seinen Bann zieht.
Dawns Vater und Rorys Mutter wollen heiraten, dabei können die beiden Kinder sich absolut nicht ausstehen. Eines Tages tauchen plötzlich seltsame Monsterwürmer, bissige Schafe und bösartige Frösche auf, die es ganz offensichtlich auf Dawn und Rory abgesehen haben.
Dawn und Rory, die sich nicht ausstehen können, nachdem ihre Eltern geheiratet haben, müssen sich einem schrecklichen Szenario stellen, als die Slobberer sie ergreifen.
From the magic pen of Paul Jennings and starring the ever-popular Singenpoo - four fabulous complete stories in one book!Mice, madness and mayhem from The Paw Thing.More claws, cliff-hangers and crackpots from Singenpoo Strikes Again.Muddles, puddles and pee from Singenpoo Shoots Through.Bare bottoms and bombs from Singenpoo's Secret Weapon.
Quirky? You can say that again . . . I have an eye on my finger and a little face in my throat. I start to cry. Tears fall down my face. And down my finger. The eye on my finger is shedding tears too. You'll be speechless. A strangling rose. A ghost chicken. A tiny hole for a mouth. A living copy - of yourself. Football toads.
Since "Unreal" was published in 1985, Paul Jennings has written over 100 stories and sold over 7 million copies of his books. To celebrate 20 years of stories by Paul Jennings, Penguin has put together a collection of his funniest work. Hand-picked by Paul, each book contains around 25 stories from the "UnCollected Series" and "Tongue-Tied".
The pub has been the heart and soul of British life for centuries. But how has this unique institution developed over the years?
From bestselling and beloved author Paul Jennings comes the inside scoop from the making of his Round the Twist stories into the hugely popular TV series, now enjoying a new life on Netflix. Including three short stories that were made into episodes, behind-the-scenes glimpses of the actors and sets, and loads of extra fun tidbits to bring the zany world of Round the Twist to a whole new audience.
Presents a selection of short stories that range from the longest kiss ever, to a boy who becomes transparent.
Anton escapes from an orphanage and successfully stows away on a boat headed for the land of 'sunshine and steaks'. A heartbreaking and heartwarming tale of loss, guilt, mistaken identity and risk-taking, migration, resilience and courage. Perfect for reluctant readers in upper primary and lower secondary. Beautifully illustrated by Geoff Kelly.
A collection of eight quirky, bizarre, and very funny short stories.
An anthology of the best comic writing in Punch from 1841 to 1991.
This title presents another collection of wacky and varied short stories, stories to be read and enjoyed at a sitting. They're about a boy who is able to grow new fingers, but not always in the right places; the dead dog that isn't quite what it seems; the last request of a grandfather; a man-eating ghost; a parrot that teaches unpleasant lessons and much more.
A highly original, gripping and surprising story of a boy who can't speak, a dog, and a daring rescue. Beautifully crafted, this story will draw the most reluctant of readers towards the rewarding, quirky, twist of its ending.
The final part of a series which started with 'A Different Dog', followed by 'A Different Boy', published by Old Barn Books in August 2018. 'A Different Land' continues to explore themes of family and displacement as our narrator seeks to find a home. Told with Paul Jennings empathy and gentle humour - and there is bound to be a twist in the tale!
One green nappy is gross. But fifty is really foul. Poor Chris has his hands full again in the cabbage patch. Suggested level: junior, primary.
The third story in the successful Gizmo series, involving a mean-spirited hoodlum who - via a toilet seat getting stuck on his head - discovers compassion and becomes a hero.
Ricky is an ordinary boy, about 10 years old, who dreams of being famous. And he has a secret that might just help him realise this dream. Because Ricky can fly. Truly. He can really fly. But there's a hitch. He can only fly when absolutely no one is looking. If a person, or an animal, or a bird sees him while he's flying, he will fall out of the sky and almost certainly die. Will he risk flying in public, just for a shot at being something more than ordinary? The first book in this brilliant new series contains two complete stories, broken into short chapters, liberally illustrated with hilarious cartoons. After his first selection of misadventures, Ricky is grounded - but that's not going to stop this boy who was meant to fly!
More Surprising Stories: Pink Bow Tie, One Shot Toothpaste, There's No Such
A collection of short stories by the author of "Uncanny!", "Unbearable!", "Unreal!" and "Quirky Tales". Why the punk ghost cab't pass his spook exam, where Souperman gets his strength from, and how an old lady grows up to be 16...
Mac walked over to the safe and opened it. Then he took out the black book and flipped over the pages. "Ah ha," he yelled. "Just as I thought." He pointed a long, skinny finger at Singenpoo. "You're the one. You're the one that gave them the recipe." Singenpoo crouched down in the corner. She was frightened by all the yelling. Mac had flipped his lid. He thought the cat had been reading his book. "Don't be silly," I said. "Cats can't read..."
A hilarious new adventure from children’s book legends Paul Jennings and Andrew WeldonRicky is an ordinary boy who dreams of being famous. And he has a secret that might just help him realise his dream. Ricky can fly. Truly. But there’s a hitch. He can only do it when absolutely no one is looking. If anyone sees him, he will fall out of the sky and almost certainly die!Don’t Look Now: Falling for It and The Kangapoo Key Ring is the first book in a brilliant new series. Humour and balance of text and illustrations make it suitable for even the most reluctant reader.Recommended for children aged 7-11
'Rascal has to stay here', says dad. Rascal doesn't want to miss the big day. Can the little dragon get his way?
Bundel met acht grappige verhalen, waarin de vreemdste dingen gebeuren. Vanaf ca. 10 jaar.
Os homens não se medem aos palmos
O Menino-Morcego (Paul Jennings), Um Buraco no Escuro (Helen Dunmore), À Espera de Anya (Michael Morpurgo).
