The Exploding Life of Scarlett Fife
Book 1
(Author) Maz EvansScarlett Fife has BIG feelings. And she's about to get into BIG trouble. From the bestselling Maz Evans comes a heartfelt and hilarious new series, perfect for fans of Roald Dahl's Matilda. 'A laugh-out-loud story full of warmth, Big Feelings and explosive results.' Dominique Valente, author of Starfell 'So funny, you'll explode with laughter' Sam Copeland, author of Charlie Changes into a Chicken Scarlett Fife has BIG FEELINGS. And when she has BIG FEELINGS, they explode out of her like an over-squeezed stress ball. Scarlett's in big trouble after a BIG FEELINGS episode leads to a runaway hamster getting into the vicar's trousers at her aunty's engagement party. If she loses her temper ONE MORE TIME, she's going to miss out on her trip to Mega Awesome Sicky Fun World, the best theme park on the planet. But feelings are like slime in a party bag. No matter how much someone tells you to keep it in, it'll always find its way out. And very soon, Scarlett notices that every time she pushes her feelings down, something explodes. Like ... really, properly explodes. It might be her teacher's slimy green smoothie. A huge pot of purple paint. Or a massive pile of elephant poo at the zoo. And let's hope Scarlett doesn't get mad at Aunty's wedding - that wedding cake is HUGE ... Laugh-out-loud action for every child and parent who has ever lost control of their feelings - this is sparkling, heartwarming and beautifully illustrated throughout by the fantastic Chris Jevons.
Maz Evans
Maz Evans is a British author known for her middle-grade children's books. She is best known for her series of books featuring the character of Zeus, a young boy who finds himself in modern-day London after falling from Mount Olympus. Evans' writing style is humorous, engaging, and filled with heartwarming moments that resonate with readers of all ages. Her works have made a significant impact on the children's literature genre, blending mythology with contemporary themes in a fresh and exciting way. One of her most famous works is "Who Let the Gods Out?", which has received critical acclaim and won several awards for its creativity and originality. Evans continues to inspire young readers with her imaginative storytelling and relatable characters.