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Publisher: Oxford University Press

Short story collection

An impressive range of traditional folk tales and legends drawn from all over Africa. Rich and accessible, the pitch of the stories in Tales from Africa is perfect for KS2.

Short story collection

Tales from China is a collection of myths and legends from Ancient China. You will meet magicians, ghosts, fairies, demons and gods in these exciting stories of mystery and magic.

An appealing mystery story set in Viking times and written by historian and BBC broadcaster Dr Janina Ramirez.

Alva lives in the settlement of Kilsgard with her mother, uncle, baby brother and pet wolf, Fenrir. After her father’s disappearance, Alva finds herself following a trail of runic clues as a puzzle unfolds that readers race to solve alongside Alva.

Filled with historical details of vividly imagined life in Viking England, this is a gripping historical mystery that will keep readers guessing.

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