Linda Chapman crée des contes enchanteurs pour jeunes lecteurs, explorant fréquemment les thèmes de l'amitié, de l'aventure et de la fantaisie. Son style accessible et captivant en fait une auteure appréciée des enfants. Chapman excelle dans la création de mondi magiques et de personnages attachants qui captivent l'imagination et inspirent les jeunes esprits. Sa production prolifique comprend de nombreuses séries, souvent axées sur des créatures fantastiques et des récits passionnants.
Laura vit avec sa mère au haras de Heartland. Ici, on prend soin des chevaux, on les soigne et on les rassure lorsqu'ils ont été maltraités. Son père, infirme, a disparu volontairement, et sa sœur vit maintenant à New York. La jeune fille va donc devoir assumer presque seule le terrible accident de sa mère. C'est sa capacité à se battre pour les chevaux qui va l'aider à se battre pour elle aussi.
Welcome to a magical world where dreams come true ...Emily loves to skate and when she is whisked away to a magical ice-skating school she can't believe her luck. But some of the girls aren't very friendly and she doesn't know what to do. Can Emily be brave and skate her way to happiness - and win the prized pair of wonderful white skates?
After a lost Labrador puppy is brought to his family's kennel, eleven-year-old Neil is glad when the Weston family claims it and takes it home. When Mr. Scott says he is the dog's owner, Neil is determined to find out the truth.
Etoile, le poney de Lorène, a d'étranges pouvoirs... Etranges mais merveilleux : c'est une licorne ! Lorène a toujours rêvé d'avoir un poney. Aussi lorsqu'elle adopte Etoile, le petit poney gris, elle est aux anges. Elle ne sait pas encore à quel point son nouvel ami va changer sa vie...
Boule de Poils n'est pas un chien comme les autres. Il a choisi comme maître Joey, un jeune garçon sourd, et ne veut pas le quitter. Cathy et James, émus, décident de convaincre Joey et sa mère que Boule de Poils est indispensable. Les deux enfants entament donc de longues séances de dressage : le jeune chien doit apprendre à avertir Joey dès qu'il entend quelque chose... Mais parviendront-ils à leurs fins ? La mère de Joey finira-t-elle par accepter le petit chien ?
Violette Gallois est ravie : pour son anniversaire, ses parents lui offrent un beau chaton ! Elle l'appelle Safir, et ils deviennent vite inséparables. Mais la mère de Violette n'apprécie pas tellement la présence du petit chat, car il sème des poils partout. Elle en a assez de passer son temps à faire le ménage...
Diablo en fait voir de toutes les couleurs à sa jeune maîtresse, Léa. Il refuse d'entrer dans son panier pour aller chez le vétérinaire, s'accroche aux rideaux, embête la chatte de la voisine... jusqu'au jour où il se retrouve coincé en haut d'un arbre.
Manon rêve depuis toujours d'avoir un chaton. Et lorsque sa soeur aînée quitte la maison pour faire ses études, ses parents décident d'exaucer son voeu. La fillette choisit un petit chaton gris, qu'elle appelle Cookie. Mais dès leur retour, Cookie paraît malheureux, et ne cesse de miauler. Manon ne sait plus quoi faire pour le consoler...
Lenny est un chiot bien paresseux ! Sa maîtresse, Laura, a beau essayer de le faire courir dans le parc, il n'aime que dormir sur la pelouse et rêver à un bel os à moelle. Toutefois, lorsque Laura s'aperçoit de la disparition de son blouson et de son portefeuille, Lenny se sent très coupable : Il aurait dû surveiller les affaires de sa maîtresse. Il va tout faire pour les retrouver...
La maison de Mary, la voisine des grands-parents de Cathy, est inondée, et l'eau menace le jardin. Le pauvre hérisson Harold, qui a installé son nid au pied d'un arbre, est en danger. Cathy et James partent à sa recherche. Ils le retrouvent, étendu sur la neige, à moitié mort. Les deux enfants réussiront-ils à le sauver ? Harold dénichera-t-il un autre abri ?
The sixth adventure for Maia, Lottie, Sita and Ionie. Alongside their Star
Animals, they are able to use magic for good and stop the forces of dark
magic.
Maia knows that new girl Maddie Taylor wants to make friends, so when the
whole school is suddenly fighting to spend time with her, the Star Friends are
certain that magic is involved. But is Maddie behind it all?
Join Mia and her friends in the enchanting Star Friends series as they discover their magical abilities and communicate with Star Animals. After thwarting Aunt Carol's dark magic, peace is shattered, and the girls must harness their Star Magic to face new threats. A thrilling adventure awaits!
When a run of bad luck hits the local gym team, the Star Friends suspect that dark magic is behind it. But are their Star Magic skills strong enough to fight back?
Join the thrilling sixth adventure in a captivating six-book series designed for girls aged 7 and up. This action-packed tale features strong heroines, fantasy, and excitement, perfect for young readers who crave adventure!
Do you believe in magic? Maia and her friends do! And when they meet the Star Animals, a whole world of adventure unfolds. The Star Friends are very excited to be going on a camping trip in the forest where they'll learns all sorts of survival skills. But when they arrive, strange things start to happen - equipment is broken, the girls' shoes are thrown into the lake and something seems to be following them in the bushes... Could someone be trying to sabotage the camp using magic? If so, the Star Friends are determined to stop it!
The Star Friends are determined to learn who has been using dark magic in the
village but are feeling increasingly suspicious of everyone they meet. Can
they discover the truth before they begin to suspect each other?
Come and meet Crumble and Custard - pups who bring trouble! - Gus and his very bid appetite, Spot who just wants to join in the games, and Lily who just wants to go home.
Brand new series about friendship, family and baking from the million-selling
author of My Secret Unicorn, Linda Chapman. Perfect for budding bakers and
young fans of THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE-OFF.
Linda Chapman, an avid rider since age three, had a stubborn pony named Swizzle, whom she imagined as a unicorn. When not writing, she trains dogs, teaches drama, and rides. She resides in Leicestershire.
While exploring a shipwreck in the Red Sea, Kai and his friends come face to
face with humans for the first time. Can they get back home without revealing
the secret existence of mermaids?
Beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams, Forever Homes is the
ideal series for animal-mad readers aged 5+. Have you read the other Forever
Homes stories?A Forever Home for TillyA Forever Home for PipA Forever Home for
FluffyA Forever Home for BellaA Forever Home for Luna
The Star Friends are excited to be taking part in a scarecrow competition
until everybody in the village suddenly becomes extremely sleepy. It must be
dark magic, but how can the girls help to stop it when they’re being
affected too?
Brand new series about friendship, family and baking from the million-selling
author of MY SECRET UNICORN, Linda Chapman. Perfect for budding bakers and
young fans of THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF.
I belive in stardust, I believe in stardust, I believe in stardust! Lucy is the most powerful stardust spirit that has ever been - her powers are very special. But there are dark spirits about who won't rest until they have Lucy's powersfor themselves. Will Lucy ever be able to stopthem?
No.12 in the highly popular My Secret Unicorn series, featuring Lauren and her magical pony, Twilight. Lauren and Twilight are delighted to learn that Currant, the new foal at Orchard Stables, is also a unicorn, and that Lauren's friend Grace is his special unicorn friend. Now they can all have fun together. But Currant soon realises being a unicorn is not as easy as he thinks, particularly when it comes to flying. Currant needs lots of help and, luckily, Lauren and Twilight know just what to do.
Set in an enchanting underwater world, Isla eagerly anticipates her time at Mermaid Academy, where she hopes to bond with a dolphin and discover her unique mermaid magic. However, before she can form this special connection, she and her roommates must navigate a challenging scavenger hunt. Joined by Bubble, an adventurous dolphin, they face unexpected challenges that test their friendship and resourcefulness. Together, they must overcome obstacles to unlock their true magic in this engaging new series.
Originally published in Great Britain in 2020 by the Little Tiger group, this book offers a unique perspective and engaging content that appeals to readers.
Nine-year-old twins Grace and Jack run the Forever Homes rehoming service.
Whether it's a cheeky puppy or a shy kitten, they're determined to pair every
animal with their perfect owner, and have lots of adventures along the way!
Do you believe in magic? Mia and her friends do! And when they meet the Star Animals, a whole world of magical adventures unfolds in this new chapter book series featuring black and white illustrations throughout. Mia and her star animal, a fox named Bracken, must use their special powers to stop the forces of dark magic. Mia's older sister has started acting strangely and the Star Animals sense dark magic at work. Soon Mia discovers that the new compact mirror that her sister, Cleo, has been using must be to blame. Can the girls use their newfound Star Magic to help make things right? In the Star Friends chapter book series, Mia and her friends Lexi, Sita, and Violet all discover that they are Star Friends -- they can communicate with the animals that have traveled from the Star World. The animals show the girls how to use their unique magic abilities to do good. A whole world of magical adventures awaits!
During the holidays, the Star Friends try to discover who summoned the Shades
that caused chaos in Westcombe. They notice that the village is unusually
quiet - could magic be involved again? The girls need to pull together to
solve this mystery before it spirals out of control!
Beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams, Forever Homes is the
ideal series for animal-mad readers aged 5+. Look out for the other Forever
Homes stories!A Forever Home for PipA Forever Home for PipA Forever Home for
LunaA Forever Home for Fluffy
It's nearly the end of term and there's lots of fun activities to look forward to. But first all the unicorns have to take their exams. Everyone is working very hard - except for Troy. He has a much better plan. But when Willow discovers what he's up to, she's sure her friend will get into trouble. Can she help Troy before it's too late? This is the sixth title in the Unicorn School series where young unicorns not only learn magic but how to be good and kind friends.
Marina, a newcomer to Mermaids Rock, quickly makes friends but soon faces a challenge when the nearby coral caves are damaged. Together, they must uncover the mystery behind the destruction.
Ellie has lost her parents, her home in New Zealand and everything she knows. Now she must live in England with family who are more like strangers.Life on her uncle's farm seems so lonely - until Ellie meets Spirit. She's never seen the grey horse before, but she has the strangest feeling they've always known each other.Like Ellie, Spirit is alone in the world, and they form an intense bond. And as the weeks go by, Spirit helps Ellie to discover an incredible talent that changes both their lives forever.
Wolke kann es kaum glauben: Sie wurde zum neuen Hausvorstand gewählt. Und auf einmal wollen alle mit ihr befreundet sein. Wolke genießt den Trubel und trifft sich mit den beliebtesten Mädchen der Schule. Saphira, Sturmwind und Mondstrahl sieht sie immer seltener. Hat Wolke ihre wahren Freunde vergessen? Ferienlager im Zauberwald: Wolke und ihre Freunde staunen über die vielen magischen Pflanzen und Tiere. Doch schon am ersten Tag fühlen sie sich beobachtet. Wer versteckt sich da hinter den Bäumen? Am Tag der großen Waldolympiade finden die Freunde es endlich heraus …
A very special Stardust book, Lucy's Magic Journal lets you read all Lucy's most secret thoughts, dreams and wishes, as well as letting you discover all the exciting things that you never knew about the magical Stardust world! A must-have book for all Stardust fans and a delightful introduction to the world of Stardust for new readers to the series.
A wonderful mix of a magical stardust world and the everyday dilemmas that face every young girl. Lucy has gone on holiday with her best friend Allegra so that they can practise their magical stardust powers. Lucy's have become incredibly strong for such a young stardust spirit. But when they arrive Lucy senses something is wrong � there are dark stardust spirits at work. And Lucy's powers haven't gone unnoticed . . .
I believe in stardust, I believe in stardust, I BELIEVE IN STARDUST! Lucy's magical stardust powers grow stronger every day and, at night, when she joins her stardust spirit friends, she loves showing them off! But every Lucy's powers can't prepare her for the danger that lies ahead. It will take a magic even more powerful than stardust to save her . . .
When Lucy’s new neighbour Allegra reveals she is a stardust spirit, Lucy discovers a whole world of magic beyond her imagination! As well as being able to fly,each stardust spirit has their own set of very specialpowers, bringing not only excitement, but responsibility too.
A wonderful mix of a magical stardust world and the everyday dilemmas that every young girl faces. As the last of the summer stardust spirits, it has been foretold that Lucy will have a big part to play in protecting others from dark stardust spirits. But to be able to do this, Lucy must practise her magical powers with Joanna, a friend of her best friend's mum and a particularly strong spirit. But, however hard she practises, strange things begin to happen all around Lucy. She's not sure her best friends can help and she can't even tell her mum and dad about her stardust secret. Will Lucy's magic be strong enough to save herself and her friends?
Set in the enchanting land of Arcadia where the unicorns live, the 'Unicorn School' series finds the young creatures tackling some of the everyday problems that small children often face when they first begin school.
In this enchanting chapter book, Coralie discovers a treasure map in a kelp forest, only to find it devastated. Along with her friends, she embarks on a mission to save the forest's sea creatures. Join Coralie and her mermaid pals as they tackle mysteries and protect their vibrant ocean home at Mermaids Rock!
Sita and her star animal, a deer called Willow, must use their special powers to stop the forces of dark magic. As the Star Friends' ability to use their magic gets stronger, the forces of dark magic working against them become more intense, too. But the person using dark magic is taking risks - can the girls find out who their enemy is, and confront them once and for all?
Two books in one- Books 10 and 11 in the highly successful My Secret Unicornseries in which Lauren and her magical pony, Twilight, share some exciting adventures. In Twilight Magic, Snooty Jade Roberts is jealous when Lauren makes friends with the new foal at Orchard Stables, and she is determined to cause trouble. But when Jade gets into danger, only Lauren and her magical pony, Twilight, can help her. InFriends Forever, Lauren can't wait to go to pony camp with her best friend, Mel. It's going to be so much fun sharing a cabin, riding ponies and having picnics. But when she gets there everything goes wrong.
For young fans of THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF: a brand new series about
friendship, family and cupcakes from Linda Chapman, the million-selling author
of My Secret Unicorn.
Lucy is a magic 'stardust spirit'. At night she flies to the wood to join her spirit friends. Now is the time the young spirits must practise their special powers and Lucy's summer is about to get even more magical.
Harness the power of the elements with the Moonlight Riders! A brand-new
series for young readers from bestselling author Linda Chapman, author of MY
SECRET UNICORN and UNICORN ACADEMY.
Grace and Jack are on a mission to match adorable pets with their ideal forever homes, showcasing their passion for animals and dedication to finding the perfect fit for each furry friend.
The fourteenth story in the My Secret Unicorn series, about a little girl called Lauren and her magical pony, Twilight. Lauren's twelve-year-old cousin Hannah is coming to stay. Hannah is pony mad and Lauren can't wait to introduce her to Twilight. But when she arrives, Lauren is disappointed to discover that Hannah's not into ponies any more and prefers doing other things. Old Mrs Fontana, the only person who knows that Twilight is really a secret unicorn, explains to Lauren that time cannot stand still, and that people change and life moves on. She gives Lauren a small chest with a key and asks her not to open it until the time is right. Lauren is curious but has a worried feeling that there is more to Mrs Fontana's words than she is letting on . . .
The forty-first title in this hugely appealing series set in busy King Street Kennels. Comprising boarding kennels, a training school, and a rescue centre for stray and mistreated dogs, the Kennels provides the perfect venue for doggy adventures and misadventures of all kinds. Here, the owners` children - Neil, Emily and Sarah Parker - rescue and care for a whole host of adorable dogs. In this spooky book, Neil and Emily Parker think that King Street Kennels might be haunted - all sorts of strange things keep happening and their little sister talks of a strange dog called Misty that nobody else can see.
Škrečok Pipo má rád svoj malý domček. No keď mu raz nechajú otvorené dvierka, rozhodne sa preskúmať krásnu zelenú záhradu. Svet vonku je však plný nebezpečenstiev. Zachráni ho morské prasiatko Pogo? Príbeh o dvoch priateľoch si môžete prečítať zároveň v slovenčine aj v angličtine.
A new title in this series from the creator of Puppy Patrol registered] and Jenny Dale's Puppy Tales trademark]. An irresistible combination of fluff, fun and friendship, featuring adorable baby animals - who are the very best of friends. Hattie is a fluffy white bunny who can do magic She loves visiting fairgrounds with Sammy Spells the Magician, and she helps him with all of his shows. But when a little grey kitten appears during her magic hat trick, she's not happy. Will Sammy want the kitten instead of her?
Electra, the mermaid with two legs, wants to get a special birthday present for her Gran: a baby sea mouse. But a scary snake has been spotted in the caves where the baby sea mice live. Suggested level: primary.
Allegra is keen to practise her higher magic of creating a magic shield and the best way to practise is with her stardust friends, Lucy, Fayeand Ella. But the girls have fallen out. Can Allegra get everyone back together before their magic and the environment suffer?
Erin has always believed in magic, but she never imagined she had powers of her own! Until one day she sees a herd of magic horses high up in the clouds . . . Tor, the majestic sky stallion, has been trapped on Earth by a dark spirit. Only Erin and her special stardust friends can save him. But are Erin's new powers strong enough to return Tor to his cloud kingdom? Let your imagination fly with Sky Horses
Lexi and her star animal, a squirrel named Juniper, must use their special powers to stop the forces of dark magic. The Star Friends fear that more dark magic is brewing. And now the friends themselves are arguing! Will their Star Animals be able to convince them to work together again?
Lauren Foster receives a gentle, gray pony for her very own when her family moves to the country; but after reading a story about a pony that turns into a snow-white unicorn, Lauren begins to wonder about her pony.
There is a new girl at school but she is not fitting in. She spends all her time worrying about her pet chicken, Ronda, and Ronda spends the days pining for her. Mandy and James have a perfect solution - if Ronda has chicks, she'll be too busy to mope, and her owner will have a way to make friends.
Imagine sitting on the back of a snow white unicorn. Imagine riding it high into the sky, the wind in your hair. This dream has come true for Cindy. By day she rides Twilight - an ordinary little pony - but at night, if she recites a secret spell, Twilight becomes a unicorn with magical powers.
Lauren is thrilled about the birth of a beautiful foal named Apple. However, her excitement is dampened by the arrival of Jade Roberts, a snooty classmate who previously owned Twilight. Jade sold him, thinking he was dull, but Lauren believes there's more to him than meets the eye.
Most of the time, Twilight looks like an ordinary grey pony but when Lauren says the words of a spell he transforms into a magical unicorn and together they can fly all over the world . . . Lauren is almost sure that Moonshine is another secret unicorn who needs someone special to turn her into her magical shape. Feeling sorry for the lonely pony, Lauren pays her a visit and is surprised to see a strange boy nearby. Lauren discovers that Michael longs to have a pony of his own. Could he be the special friend that Moonshine needs to become a unicorn?
For young fans of THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF: a brand new series about
friendship, family and cupcakes from Linda Chapman, the million-selling author
of My Secret Unicorn.
Most of the time, Twilight looks like an ordinary grey pony but when Lauren says the words of a spell he transforms into a magical unicorn and together they can fly all over the world . . .Best friends Lauren and Mel are really excited about going to pony camp, but when they get there they are surprised to find that they're not in the same cabin. Mel soon makes lots of new friends and Lauren feels left out. But then she discovers that Mel's team-mates are not as nice as they seem. Can Twilight's magic help to persuade Mel that she's making a big mistake?
Lauren is so excited when her friends from the city come to visit, that she
totally forgets about the invitation to Mel's house. She tries to make things
better, but none of her friends seem to get along. What can she and twilight
do to sort things out?
Lauren's pony, Twilight, turns into a beautiful unicorn when she says the magic words. turns out to be as special and as magical as Twilight, but her little brother Max disagrees. He has grown tired of looking after Buddy, his big, lively puppy and leaves him all alone while he goes out to play on his skateboard. But one day Buddy goes missing and Max is distraught. Lauren secretly turns Twilight into a unicorn and together they fly over the woods in search of the young dog. They find him, but he's badly injured. Twilight uses his new-found healing power to save Buddy. Max promises never to neglect his pet again - after all, you can't be best friends with a skateboard like you can with a dog!
Say Goodbye to Being Shy is a book for children who struggle with extreme to occasional shyness. Shyness is a barrier to social and academic development which can prevent children from reaching their greatest potential. Say Goodbye to Being Shy offers focused activities with clearly stated purposes designed to move children from feelings of shyness to developing competence and skill. Simple, fun activites to help kids: Accept themselves; Be assertive when necessary; Make new friends.
Feisty Lani is excited to be back at school after the Christmas holidays. Then she receives a letter from home: because her marks have fallen her parents think she's spending too much time riding. Lani's heartbroken at the thought of leaving Chestnut Hill. How can she change their minds?