Siobhan Dowd Knihy

Volání netvora je pohádkový fantasy román pro mládež od amerického spisovatele Patricka Nesse napsaný na námět Siobhan Dowdové. Příběh o velké odvaze malého kluka, který se postavil svému největšímu strachu. Třináctiletému Conorovi se do snů vkrádají noční můry. A jakpak by taky ne – jeho maminka je vážně nemocná, táta žije kdesi za mořem v Americe, babička ho pořád jen peskuje a spolužáci jsou tak trochu tyrani. Pak se rozhádá se svou nejlepší kamarádkou a zůstane na všechno sám. Tedy, skoro sám. V noci, vždycky chvíli po půlnoci, ho totiž navštěvuje netvor – obrovitánský chodící a mluvící starý strom, který roste na kopci za domem. Postupně Conorovi vypráví tři starobylé příběhy a učí jej, že věci často nejsou takové, jakými se na první pohled zdají. A že naším největším nepřítelem je náš vlastní strach. Netvor chlapce ponouká, aby povyprávěl čtvrtý, poslední, příběh sám. Vlastně po něm chce tu vůbec nejtěžší věc – podívat se děsivé pravdě do očí. Dokáže to Conor?

This is an international anthology of English translations of Roma poetry and prose. The writings in this text reflect the 30 contributors shared experiences of prejudice, discrimination and persecution, as well as joy in nature and life. The lives of the contributors are told in brief biographical notes reflecting the many roads followed by the Roma in coming to terms with modern society.

Thirteen-year-old Conor awakens one night to find a monster outside his bedroom window, but not the one from the recurring nightmare that began when his mother became ill - an ancient, wild creature that wants him to face truth and loss

Robin Stevens is known for her engaging mystery novels aimed at young readers, often featuring clever plots and relatable characters. Her stories typically revolve around themes of friendship, teamwork, and the excitement of solving mysteries. With a unique blend of humor and suspense, Stevens captivates her audience, making her books not only entertaining but also thought-provoking. Her writing style encourages young readers to think critically and use their imagination, making her a standout author in children's literature.

A stunning new edition of Dowd's moving story of of the reality of life in a traveller community, the simple power of kindness, and love in its many forms. Featuring powerful black and white illustrations from Kate Greenaway longlisted illustrator Emma Shoard.

In "Bog Child," Fergus discovers a murdered child's body while peat digging with his Uncle Tally. Amidst personal turmoil, including family strife and his brother's hunger strike, he grapples with blackmail and emerging feelings for Cora. The story delves into the sacrifices for peace and the resilience of the human spirit.

After Shell's mother dies, her obsessively religious father descends into alcoholic mourning and Shell is left to care for her younger brother and sister. Her only release from the harshness of everyday life comes from her budding spiritual friendship with a naive young priest, and most importantly, her developing relationship with childhood friend, Declan, charming, eloquent and persuasive. But when Declan suddenly leaves Ireland to seek his fortune in America, Shell finds herself pregnant and the centre of a scandal that rocks the small community in which she lives, with repercussions across the whole country. The lives of those immediately around her will never be the same again.

Memories of Mum are the only thing that make Holly Hogan happy. She's not Holly any more, she's Solace: the girl with the slinkster walk and the super- sharp talk. She's older, more confident - the kind of girl who can walk right out of her humdrum life, hitch to Ireland and find her mum.

Ted and Kat watch their cousin Salim board the London Eye, but when it lands, he is missing. They are left wondering where he could have gone and how he could have vanished without a trace.