'Enchanting' Independent 'Joyously imaginative' Cressida Cowell, author of How to Train Your Dragon Fourth in the modern-classic and bestselling bookwandering series for readers aged eight to twelve that celebrates all that is best in life: books, adventure, friendship - and cake. Milo lives on board the Sesquipedalian, or "Quip" - a magical train that uses the power of imagination to travel through both Story and the real world. The train is owned by Milo's uncle, Horatio, and Milo has witnessed many of his uncle's dodgy dealings as a book smuggler trading in rare books. When Horatio takes on a dangerous new job, he needs the help of Tilly Pages. And Tilly owes Horatio a favour. But when poisoned copies of The Wizard of Oz are sent to Horatio and Tilly's grandfather, sending them both into deep sleeps, Milo and Tilly find themselves racing against time to save them - and to figure out what is going on. Their journey takes them to the Emerald City with Dorothy, rocketing on the unruly Quip, and eventually to Venice in Italy, in pursuit of the mysterious Alchemist. The very essence of imagination, story itself, may be in danger . . .
Anna James
Anna James is a British author known for her middle-grade novels that blend fantasy and mystery elements. Her most notable work is "Pages & Co.: The Bookwanderers," which follows the adventures of a young girl who discovers she has the ability to travel into the world of books. James' writing style is characterized by its whimsical and imaginative storytelling, drawing readers into enchanting worlds filled with literary references and magical encounters. Through her work, James has made a significant impact on the middle-grade genre, inspiring young readers to explore the magic of books and the power of storytelling.
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