Heather Chamberlain Knihy

In Mishaps and Mayhem, the second book in the wacky humorous Happy Bottom trilogy, you will discover how Major Payne attempts to defeat the crows. Wally continues to add to his woes, a 'shell shocked' jeep takes him to within an inch of his life and a 'Bargain buy' tractor proves to be not so cheap. Hilarious illustrations bring both characters and events to life, in this amusing sequel to Fowl Deeds and Feathers. Written in comic verse, fun and adventure meets danger and disaster and no-one can predict where it will end...

Inspired by Dorset place names, these wacky, humorous rhymes, aim to stimulate creativity as well as the enjoyment of reading in young children.The arrival of a letter rousing dreams of a new life in the country, is met with jubilation. Far from the discovery of a rose covered cottage, however, Major Payne is forced to do battle with the locals; defeat a bad tempered cockerel and declare WAR on the crows!In the mockery and madness that follows, only one thing is Major Payne's life will never be the same again!Fowl Deeds and Feathers, the first in the Happy Bottom series, with its word play, comic verse and hilarious illustrations, will amuse even the most reluctant reader.A dedicated website offers children the opportunity to meet the creators and characters, down load activities and upload their drawings to the gallery.