Winter Magic
By various, edited by Abi Elphinstone
Interest age: 8 to 12
Reading age: 8 to 12
Published by Simon & Schuster, 2016
About this book
A frost fair on the frozen Thames in the 1700s; the enchanting tale of the first girl in Russia to dance Clara in The Nutcracker; a spooky tale of a boy finding a community of people living underground, trapped under the snow...
Winter Magic is a fabulous collection of atmospheric, sometimes sad, sometimes unnerving but mostly warming stories for cosy bedtimes or cold winter afternoons under a blanket - with a mug of hot chocolate handy, of course.
With enchanting short stories from some of the best children's writers today, including Piers Torday, Katherine Woodfine, Berlie Doherty, Emma Carroll, Geraldine McCaughrean and Jamila Gavin, there is a wintry theme to suit all readers in this delightful hardback collection. An ideal gift for the young reader in your life.
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Short story collections for older children
We love short stories! Short stories can be a great way of engaging reluctant readers, or and even introducing confident readers to more advanced stories. whatever the case, there will be something here for your 9-12 year old.
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Winter books for older readers
As the weather closes in and the days grow shorter, there's nothing better than curling up with a good book. Whether you're after a murder mystery, an icy adventure or a generous dose of magic, there is something here for everyone to enjoy.