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Read On: This Boy (PDF)
by Pippa GoodhartA supernatural love story that touches on the First World War. Kerry hates her new school. She doesn't think much of the new house either, as it's full of strange noises. While waiting by the old war memorial for her mum to come home, she meets a boy. He seems nice, but very sad about something. And he's dressed a bit oddly too.
The Taming Of The Tights: Withering Tights; A Midsummer Tights Dream; A Taming Of The Tights (The Misadventures of Tallulah Casey #3)
by Louise RennisonLet your tights run wild and free in the hilarious conclusion to this laugh-out-loud series. From the original Queen of Comedy!
The Bad Boy of Athens: Classics From The Greeks To Game Of Thrones
by Daniel Mendelsohn‘Mendelsohn takes the classical costumes off figures like Virgil and Sappho, Homer and Horace … He writes about things so clearly they come to feel like some of the most important things you have ever been told.’ Sebastian Barry
The Misadventures of Tallulah Casey 3-Book Collection: Withering Tights; A Midsummer Tights Dream; A Taming Of The Tights
by Louise RennisonThree hilarious Tallulah Casey novels by the original Queen of Teen and bestselling author of Angus, Thongs and Full-frontal Snogging!
Alan Partridge (and Scrapped): The Script
by Steve Coogan Rob Gibbons Neil Gibbons Armando Iannucci Peter BaynhamThe official script for the box-office smash movie, featuring every ruddy word (and stage direction) of Alan’s seamless transformation from natural-born broadcaster into fully fledged and occasionally fully dressed hostage negotiator. Contains deleted scenes and an exclusive Foreword by Steve Coogan.
Picture Perfect (Geek Girl, Book 3) (PDF)
by Holly SmaleMy name is Harriet Manners, and I'll always be a geek. It's the hilarious third book in the bestselling award-winning GEEK GIRL series!
Wolf Hall & Bring Up the Bodies: RSC Stage Adaptation - Revised Edition (The\wolf Hall Trilogy Ser.)
by Hilary Mantel Mike PoultonA new, revised edition for the London transfer of Mike Poulton’s expertly adapted two-part adaptation of Hilary Mantel’s hugely acclaimed novels, featuring a substantial set of character notes by Hilary Mantel.
Mrs Dalloway (PDF)
by Virginia WoolfClarissa Dalloway is a woman of high-society - vivacious, hospitable and sociable on the surface, yet underneath troubled and dissatisfied with her life in post-war Britain. This disillusionment is an emotion that bubbles under the surface of all of Woolf's characters in Mrs Dalloway. Centred around one day in June where Clarissa is preparing for and holding a party, her interior monologue mingles with those of the other central characters in a stream of consciousness, entwining, yet never actually overriding the pervading sense of isolation that haunts each person.
Cambridge IGCSE Drama Student Book (PDF)
by Mike Gould Rebekah BeattiePrepare for the Cambridge IGCSE in Drama 2016 syllabus with an approach that helps to create a varied, stimulating and enjoyable learning environment that enables students of different confidence and ability levels to flourish. * Be ready to teach the new syllabus (for first examination in June 2016) with this brand new series which has been fully matched to the Cambridge IGCSE® Drama syllabus. * Have full confidence in the content and approach of the series which is written by a team of highly experienced authors, who have over 20 years of teaching experience. * Enable students to learn a range of skills, such as how to build their self-awareness and how to reflect on their performance. This will build their knowledge and self-confidence, which extends beyond the course itself and helps equip them for life. * Know that the series has an international feel in terms of both language used within the text, and plays, scenarios and contexts selected. * Make use of the excellent supporting components of the series which include a range of exciting and engaging scripts from real plays, role plays for warm ups, examples of stimuli for Devised pieces, and still images from productions which show key elements from performances. * Help students monitor their learning using the 'Learning Log' and 'Check your progress' features, where students review, record and evaluate their work. Alternate ISBN 9780008142100
A Country Girl
by Nancy CarsonA must-read sweeping saga, full of intrigue, romance and page-turning drama . . .
Pop Sonnets: Shakespearean Spins On Your Favorite Songs
by Erik Didriksen‘One of the very best collections of pop songs written in the style of William Shakespeare that I’ve read so far this year!’ ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic ‘Ever wonder what Taylor Swift and Beyoncé would sound like in iambic pentameter? We hadn’t either, but now we can’t get enough’ TIME ‘Amazing’ Buzzfeed
Shakespeare in Swahililand: In Search Of A Global Poet
by Edward Wilson-LeeInvestigating the literary culture of the early interaction between European countries and East Africa, Edward Wilson-Lee uncovers an extraordinary sequence of stories in which explorers, railway labourers, decadent émigrés, freedom fighters, and pioneering African leaders made Shakespeare their own in this alien land.
Mad about Shakespeare: From Classroom To Theatre To Emergency Room
by Jonathan Bate‘Enlightening, moving’ SIR IAN MCKELLEN From the acclaimed and bestselling biographer Jonathan Bate, a luminous new exploration of Shakespeare and how his themes can untangle comedy and tragedy, learning and loving in our modern lives.
Collins Big Cat, Band 17, Diamond: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING (PDF)
by Sue PurkisFollow the tangled love stories of Beatrice, Benedict, Hero and Claudio in Shakespeare's classic and much-loved comedy. Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view. Text type: Fiction from our literary heritage Curriculum links: English: fiction from the literary heritage
Collins Big Cat, Band 17, Diamond: THE WINTER’S TALE (PDF)
by Alan GibbonsAlan Gibbons movingly retells the ultimate story of jealousy. When King Leontes banishes his whole family, after suspecting his wife's infidelity, he destroys everything that matters to him. But, even utter devastation can be healed with the gift of time and a little love. Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view. Text type: Fiction from our literary heritage Curriculum links: English: fiction from the literary heritage
Collins Big Cat, Band 17, Diamond: ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA (PDF)
by John DoughertyA beautiful and powerful, retelling of the ultimate love story, between Anthony and the Egyptian queen, Cleopatra. But when war reopens old wounds, even a love as strong as theirs will struggle to survive. Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view. Text type: Fiction from our literary heritage Curriculum links: English: fiction from the English literary heritage
Collins Big Cat, Band 17, Diamond: The Fall Of Julius Caesar (PDF)
by John DoughertyReacquaint yourself with Shakespeare's classic tale of power, control and leadership. When ruler Julius Caesar is offered more and more honours, and gains more and more power, there's only one way to put a stop to him. Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view. Text type: Fiction from our literary heritage Curriculum links: English: fiction from the English literary heritage
Collins Big Cat, Band 18, Pearl: HAMLET (PDF)
by Jon MayhewA wonderfully creative retelling of Shakespeare's famous tale of revenge. When Hamlet's father unexpectedly dies and his mother quickly remarries his uncle, something doesn't feel right. A warning from a ghost sets in motion a terrifying investigation to uncover the truth. But at what cost? Pearl/Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap between a reading programme and longer chapter books. Text type: Fiction from our literary heritage Curriculum links: English: fiction from the English literary heritage
Collins Big Cat, Band 18, Pearl: KING LEAR (PDF)
by Martin HowardRevisit Shakespeare's most famous tragedy. When King Lear asks his three daughters to prove their love for him, he never expects the devastating outcome he faces. This remarkable edition allows readers into the minds of each of the principal characters to better understand their crafty plans and desperate motivations. Pearl/Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap between a reading programme and longer chapter books. Text type: Fiction from our literary heritage Curriculum links: English: fiction from the English literary heritage
Collins Big Cat, Band 18, Pearl: Othello (PDF)
by Sally PrueSally Prue's gripping retelling of Shakespeare's devastating tragedy is both shocking and riveting. Find out how far Iago will go to get revenge on Othello, and what the terrible consequences will be. Pearl/Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap between a reading programme and longer chapter books. Text type: Fiction from our literary heritage Curriculum links: English: fiction from the English literary heritage
Collins Big Cat, Band 18, Pearl, RICHARD III (PDF)
by Chris PowlingFollow the twisted, evil plans of Richard III as he works his way to up become king of England. But, just how far will he go in order to reach the top, and once there, will he get the glory and triumph he so craves? Pearl/Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap between a reading programme and longer chapter books. Text type: Fiction from our literary heritage Curriculum links: English: fiction from the literary heritage
The Victoria Letters: The Heart And Mind Of A Young Queen
by Helen RappaportThe official companion to ITV’s hotly anticipated new drama, The Victoria Letters delves into the private writings of the young Queen Victoria, painting a vivid picture of the personal life of one of England’s greatest monarchs.
Bones: A Champion Horse, A Violent Drug Cartel, And The Race To Save A Sport Under Siege
by Joe ToneTwo brothers live parallel lives on either side of the US–Mexico border. This is the dramatic true story of how their worlds collided in a major criminal conspiracy. A KIRKUS REVIEWS NONFICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR A NEW YORK TIMES EDITOR’S PICK
The Love Curse of Melody McIntyre
by Robin TalleyThe brilliant new romcom from 2020 CILIP Carnegie medal nominee and New York Times bestseller, Robin Talley. *************************************************************