Miranda Richardson

Horton the Elephant is known for his big heart and even bigger promises. When a lazy bird named Mayzie asks him to sit on her egg while she takes a quick break, Horton agrees. But Mayzie's "quick break" turns into a long vacation, leaving faithful Horton to brave storms, ridicule, and even a circus, all while keeping the egg safe and warm. Can an elephant truly hatch an egg? Join Horton as he proves that "An elephant's faithful, one hundred per cent!" in this classic rhyming tale about loyalty, kindness, and keeping your word, no matter what.

Deep in the Jungle of Nool, kind-hearted Horton the elephant makes an astonishing discovery: a tiny speck of dust holds an entire world called Who-ville, filled with miniature people! No one else can hear the Whos, and the other jungle animals think Horton is silly for believing in something so small. But Horton knows that "a person's a person, no matter how small," and he promises to protect them. Join Horton on a grand adventure as he bravely stands up for the Whos against all odds. This classic Dr. Seuss tale, filled with whimsical rhymes and unforgettable characters, teaches you the power of empathy, courage, and speaking out for those who can't speak for themselves. It's a heartwarming story about believing in others, no matter how different or tiny they may seem.

Hold your nose and take cover, because Horrid Henry is ready to launch his most fragrant attack yet. When a simple rivalry escalates into an all out war, Henry devises a brilliant and terribly smelly plan involving a notorious stinkbomb. His clever plots and outrageous behavior are guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on everyone around him. But the stinky sabotage is only part of the fun in this uproarious collection. Follow Henry as he causes absolute chaos in three more fantastic stories that perfectly capture his talent for trouble. Whether he is driving Perfect Peter crazy, clashing with his nemesis Moody Margaret, or finding creative ways to avoid following any rules whatsoever, Henry is always plotting his next big move. Packed with snappy dialogue, relatable sibling squabbles, and non stop laughs, this book is a breath of fresh air for anyone who loves mischievous adventures. Step into Henry's world and see why being a little bit bad is so much fun.

Lock the doors and hide your snacks, because the ultimate battle of wills is about to begin. Horrid Henry absolutely despises babysitters, and he has perfected the art of making sure they never, ever want to come back. But his terrifying tactics are put to the ultimate test when he goes head to head with Rabid Rebecca, the toughest, meanest teenage babysitter in town. Will Henry finally meet his match? The babysitting showdown is just one of four brilliantly inventive stories in this collection. Watch as Henry traumatizes his poor parents during an excruciating family car journey, wreaks absolute havoc while trick or treating on Halloween night, and boldly invades Moody Margaret's highly guarded Secret Club. Filled with wicked tricks, hilarious sibling rivalries, and endless entertainment, this book perfectly captures the chaotic joy of being a wildly rebellious kid. Join the world's favorite bad boy for a laugh out loud reading adventure you will never forget.

Whisper the password and sneak inside, because the ultimate club rivalry has officially begun. Horrid Henry is furious that Moody Margaret will not allow him into her exclusive secret club, so he sets out to create his own and exact the perfect revenge. The battle of wits and tricks is guaranteed to make you ache with laughter. In this fantastic collection of four stories, Henry's mischievous adventures continue as he faces a terrifying encounter with Nurse Needle and a dreaded injection. Then, watch as Perfect Peter decides to experiment with being horrid for a single day, leading to highly unexpected results. Finally, Henry takes matters into his own hands to liven up what promises to be an incredibly dull and disappointing birthday party. Bursting with clever schemes, hilarious family dynamics, and classic Henry naughtiness, this book is an irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure. Discover why kids everywhere love the boy who simply cannot stay out of trouble.

Turn on all the lights and check under the bed, because Horrid Henry is in for a spooky surprise. Henry cannot believe his incredibly mean parents are forcing him to spend the night at the home of his supremely annoying cousin, Stuck Up Steve. To make matters completely worse, Steve confidently assures Henry that the house is genuinely haunted. Is a ghost really lurking in the shadows, or is it just another trick? This spooky sleepover is just one of four wildly funny stories in this collection. Follow along as Henry engages in an epic wrestling match with his brother over the television remote, surprisingly manages to get himself on a real TV show, and blatantly cheats his way through a major competition. Filled with fantastic schemes, laugh out loud sibling rivalries, and just the right amount of spine tingling fun, this book is an absolute blast. Join the king of chaos for an unforgettable reading adventure.

Roll out the red carpet and practice your curtsy, because royal trouble has arrived. The actual, real live Queen is coming to visit Horrid Henry's school, and Henry simply cannot wait to meet her. But his excitement quickly turns to fury when Miss Battle Axe deliberately hides him away in the very back row. Determined to ask the Queen exactly how many televisions she owns, Henry realizes he has to find a spectacularly horrid way to get himself noticed. Alongside this majestic disaster, you will find three more uproarious stories. Watch Henry attempt to master the art of hypnotism on a very resistant Moody Margaret, cleverly trick Perfect Peter into doing all of his household chores, and throw an epic tantrum to finally get his own way at bathtime. Packed with brilliant dialogue, laugh out loud situations, and Henry's signature naughtiness, this collection is royally entertaining. Jump into the fun and see how the master of mischief handles high society.

Boot up the computer and secure your passwords, because Horrid Henry is hacking his way into massive trouble. Wickedly subversive and hilariously funny, Henry is ready to unleash his absolute worst in this fantastic collection of four stories. Watch the workplace chaos unfold when Henry surprisingly accompanies his father to the office for the day, and see what highly classified family secrets he uncovers when he successfully hacks into his parents computer. But the real showdowns happen at school and at home. Prepare for an epic cafeteria clash when Henry goes head to head with the dreaded Demon Dinner Lady, and hold your breath as he meticulously plans and executes the ultimate, brilliant revenge on his brother, Perfect Peter. Bursting with snappy dialogue, relatable family drama, and unstoppable laughs, this book perfectly captures the wild imagination of the world's favorite bad boy. Step into Henry's shoes and experience the glorious thrill of a perfectly executed prank.

Get ready to make some noise with Mr. Brown! This lively book invites you to join in as Mr. Brown shows off all the amazing sounds he can make. Can you moo like a cow? Hoo hoo like an owl? Or buzz buzz like a busy bee? From the familiar tick-tock of a clock to the surprising pip of a goldfish kiss and the grum-grum of a hippo chewing gum, every page is an adventure in sound. Dr. Seuss's playful rhymes and vibrant illustrations make learning new words and sounds an absolute blast. It's a perfect book for young readers who love to explore the world through sound and imagination, encouraging you to read along and discover just how many wonderful noises you can create!

Horrid Henry desperately needs a lot of money, and he needs it right now. The master of mischief has set his sights on getting rich quick, and he has come up with the most devious and brilliant plan yet. He is going to sell his little brother, Perfect Peter. But that is just the beginning of Henry's outrageous schemes in this fantastically funny collection of stories. Follow the world's worst behaved boy as he throws a massive tantrum and decides to run away from home, only to be lured back by the smell of fresh pancakes. Watch him invent incredibly creative ways to cheat at every single event during the school sports day, and see the sneaky tricks he pulls to guarantee he gets exactly what he wants for Christmas. Packed with terrible decisions and laugh-out-loud chaos, this book proves that no one does awful quite like Horrid Henry. You will be cheering for his incredibly bad behavior from the very first page.

Fasten your seatbelts for a journey into the future, or at least Henry's version of it. Horrid Henry has invented a mega mean time machine and graciously offers to send his brother, Perfect Peter, forward in time. There is just one catch: Peter has to wear one of their mother's dresses for the trip. But when Peter arrives in the so called future, he is puzzled to find that everything looks suspiciously exactly the same. Alongside this time traveling trickery, you will discover three more wildly funny stories. Follow Henry as he is dragged kicking and screaming on a horrific family hike in the countryside, attempts to survive a bizarre dinner of snails at Restaurant Le Posh, and frantically tries to write a romantic love letter. Brilliantly mischievous and endlessly entertaining, this collection captures the ultimate sibling rivalries and hilarious family disasters. Jump into Henry's chaotic world and enjoy four fantastic adventures that will leave you laughing on every single page.