Return to Wonderland in this extraordinary reimagining of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, by one of our most brilliant storytellers 'Spectacular!' Kiran Millwood Hargrave 'An absolute masterclass' Hannah Gold 'I absolutely loved it' Katie Tsang 'Beautiful and witty' Pari Thomson England, 1919. Alyce - with a Y - lives with her grandmother, the original Alice, having lost her father during the Great War. When a mysterious invitation to a tea party hits her square in the face, Alyce realises her grandmother's strange stories of a place called Wonderland might have some truth to them after all. But the land Alyce finds herself in feels different from the Wonderland of her grandmother's stories - for it is trapped in its own war. The Sun King and the Queen of the Moon are fighting over a stolen hour, and soon Alyce is tasked with setting it right. With the help of the Hatter, the Cheshire Cat and a Sailor Fox, Alyce will have to solve Wonderland's problems and, eventually, find her way back home. Enter an enchanting adventure through Wonderland, featuring stunning illustrations by Matthew Land. Starring new characters and old favourites, Alice With a Why is both a celebration of Lewis Carroll's beloved original story, and a modern masterpiece. Includes bonus chapters from Anna's epic fantasy, Chronicles of Whetherwhy and the original Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
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.