Bøker av Matthew Ryan

From the author and illustrator of the number one independent children's book series, BoxFort.Dive into the giggle-inducing, heart-filled world of "Sports Day," where sportsmanship and teamwork get a wildly fun twist. Join Patrick, Kevin, and Arty, a trio of delightful little monsters, in this eye-popping picture book that turns the classic sports day on its head. Patrick, our hero with a heart as big as his smile, takes us through a series of hilariously unconventional competitions, from an egg and spoon race like you've never seen to a grand finale race that's anything but ordinary. With every turn of the page, expect the unexpected as Patrick faces off against quirky competitors like Mr. Egg, Miss Spider, and the not-so-little Big Bunny. Through mishaps and mayhem, Patrick's journey is a rollicking ride that teaches us the true value of playing fair, cheering on your friends, and that winning is really about how you play the game. Packed with playful illustrations that are as vibrant as the characters themselves, "Sports Day" is more than just a book-it's a celebration of the joy of friendship, the fun in overcoming obstacles, and the laughter that comes from not taking life too seriously. Perfect for little readers (and big ones too) who love a good chuckle and a warm-hearted story, "Sports Day" reminds us all that the best victories are those shared with friends. So, get ready to cheer, laugh, and maybe even snort a little-it's sports day like you've never experienced before!

Continue the thrilling story based on the Isle of Wight in the early 19th century in Book 2 of The Wyght Island Chronicles. The children of the Town of Brading are missing. Taken by a stranger, known as the Piper, the children were led into a cave of wonders and have not been seen again.The only hope in finding them lies with Captain Campion, a seasoned Constable from the city of London. The Captain is in pursuit of a fugitive known as the Gingerbread Man who may hold the only key to finding the missing children.Meanwhile, the beautiful girl Molly has been kidnapped by a rich, powerful man named Mr Wolf. During her capture she learns terrible truths and faces her fears, all the while hoping to see her beloved fiancé Thomas again.

An exciting new fantasy series set on the Isle of Wight in the early 19th century.When Thomas Smith and his family moved to the town of Brading, they were hoping to have found a place that they could finally call home. Unfortunately, trouble had a habit of following them and follow them it did.The Smith family encounter murder, treachery, and betrayal within the small town, but this is overshadowed by an infestation of rats. The town, however, had found a saviour. The one known as the Piper......or so they thought.

Side by side in a leafy suburb, Thom lives in one flat, Alethea in another. It's pretty clear that their respective, unsatisfying lives would improve enormously if they just met each other. But with a wall literally between them, this seems highly improbable. Then there's the building's Power Box, having an existential crisis about the eventual collapse of the universe, and the super nova from five thousand years ago. Then there's time travelling on an equation for the speed of light and too much sugar. There's demon magpie attacks, laptops in love, cats dancing to Prince and sock puppet nightmares. And a tiny prayer by the Wall, hoping that all of these pieces can come together for one magical moment of love. (1 act, 1 male, 1 musician).