Bøker av Mary Hoffman

Mary Hoffman and Ros Asquith look at feelings in family life, at school and everywhere with the same warmth, wit and sensitivity that they brought to their award- winning The Great Big Book of Families.

The Great Big Book of Families is a captivating book written by renowned author Mary Hoffman. Published in 2015 by Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd, this book is a delightful exploration of the diversity of families. The book falls under the genre of children's literature, but its appeal extends to readers of all ages. Mary Hoffman, with her unique storytelling style, takes us on a journey through different family structures, traditions, and the day-to-day life of various families. Each page of this book is filled with intriguing insights and colorful illustrations that make it a joy to read. The Great Big Book of Families is not just a book; it's a celebration of the love and warmth that binds a family together. This book is a must-have addition to your collection, whether you want to read it out loud to your kids or enjoy it yourself. Published by Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd, it promises quality and a reading experience that you'll cherish.

Uncover tales of gods and monsters, travel to kingdoms in the sky and below the sea, and meet a cast of magical animals in this lyrical retelling of some of the oldest and most famous stories from around the world. A First Book of Myths is a collection of fourteen well-known myths accompanied by delightful illustrations. From the story of Icarus - the boy who flew too close to the Sun - to the tale of why dogs dislike cats, this enthralling collection is the perfect introduction to stories that continue to stand the test of time. Written by award-winning, bestselling children's writer Mary Hoffman, these poetic retellings are given a new life, and are perfect for reading alone or aloud. They're presented alongside beautiful and world-building illustrations, giving full immersion into the world of myths and legends.

Here is a pirate story with a difference - featuring female pirates and a baby, this hilarious tale is full of unexpected twists and turns.

Dual language Gujarati/English edition of the international bestseller in which Grace learns that she can be anything she wants.

This action-packed graphic novel retells the legend of King Arthur, following him as he is transformed from an ordinary young boy to a powerful and famous monarch. Written by Mary Hoffman, this well-known story has been brought to life with illustrations by Dante Ginevra.

A troubadour, Bertran, witnesses the brutal murder of the Pope's legate, and risks his life to warn others of the war that he knows is certain to follow this act. The lands of the peaceable Cathars - deemed heretics - are now forfeit and under threat from crusaders who have been given authority by the Pope to take the Cathar domains by force.

Grace has the chance to be a princess in a school parade. But what does a princess do, apart from wearing beautiful clothes and looking pretty?

Silvano and Chiara are two teenagers with a difference. Silvano has been accused of a murder he did not commit. Chiara has been ousted from her family as a young woman with no marriage prospects. For these two very different reasons they are forced to seek refuge in a neighboring convent and friary.

To Grace, family has always meant her Ma, her Nana and a cat called Paw-Paw, so when Papa invites her to visit him in The Gambia, she dreams of finding the kind of fairy-tale family she has read about in stories. But, as Nana reminds her, families are what you make them.