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    Puppet

    David Almond, Lizzy Stewart (illus.)

    From Hans Christian Andersen Medal-winning author David Almond comes a heartwarming story that shows anything is possible with imagination and trust.

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    Skellig: the 25th anniversary illustrated edition

    David Almond

    The bestselling story about love, loss and hope that launched David Almond as one of the best children's writers of today. Winner of the Carnegie Medal and the Whitbread children's…

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    Skellig: the 25th anniversary illustrated edition

    David Almond

    The bestselling story about love, loss and hope that launched David Almond as one of the best children's writers of today. Winner of the Carnegie Medal and the Whitbread Children's…

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    The Falling Boy

    David Almond

    One long, hot summer, Joff's life changes for ever. He's always believed the Falling Boy is just a story, told to make the kids do what they're told. But this…

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    Skellig

    David Almond

    The beautiful and haunting novel that launched David Almond as one of the best children’s writers of today. Winner of the Carnegie Medal and the Whitbread children’s book of the…

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    A Way to the Stars

    David Almond

    An enchanting and heart-warming story between a father and son, that will make you want to reach for stars.

    Joe wants to find a way to the stars. With the…

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    The Falling Boy

    David Almond

    The Falling Boy. He could be anyone. He could be you. From the bestselling, award-winning author of Skellig comes a heartfelt, unforgettable story perfect for readers of Michael Morpurgo and…

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    My Name is Mina

    David Almond

    From the winner of the Whitbread Children’s Book Award the Carnegie Medal and the 2010 Hans Christian Andersen Award comes the extraordinary prequel to the award-winning Skellig. Shortlisted for the…

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    A Song for Ella Grey

    David Almond

    A magical retelling of the Orpheus myth, full of music, sound and storytelling, adapted from the novel by David Almond. Premiered by Pilot Theatre on UK tour in 2024.

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    Island

    David Almond

    Love, death, hope ... the island will change their lives forever. From the bestselling David Almond, author of SKELLIG, and now with fantastic illustrations by the award-winning David Litchfield.

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    Age in David Almond’s Oeuvre

    Vanessa Joosen, Michelle Anya Anjirbag, Leander Duthoy, Lindsey Geybels, Frauke Pauwels, Emma-Louise Silva

    This book adds to the understanding of David Almond's work by offering a multi-faceted analysis of age.

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    Annie Lumsden, the Girl from the Sea

    David Almond

    A magical story about finding your identity from one of the most acclaimed storytellers of his generation, richly illustrated in full colour by an internationally renowned artist.

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    Annie Lumsden, the Girl from the Sea

    David Almond

    A magical story about finding your identity from one of the most acclaimed storytellers of his generation, richly illustrated in full colour by an internationally renowned artist.

    My mother says…

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    The True Tale of the Monster Billy Dean

    David Almond

    Author of the classic Skellig, David Almond has written his first adult novel. Like Emma Donoghue’s bestselling Room, it’s the story of a boy who’s been incarcerated and comes out…

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    Brand New Boy

    David Almond

    Mam, did you think George was, I say, a bit … weird?

    Weird? Yes, I suppose so. But you kids are all a bit weird if you ask me. And…

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    Kevin and the Blackbirds

    David Almond

    A heartfelt retelling of an ancient Irish tale by a master storyteller, paired with the extraordinary style of an award-winning illustrator.

    When young Kevin is sent to a monastery to…

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    The Woman Who Turned Children into Birds

    David Almond

    A powerful and uplifting tale about freeing the imagination from master storyteller David Almond. She made her marks. She whispered her words. Then she said, "Go on. Be happy. Up…

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    Brand New Boy

    David Almond

    "First published by Walker Books Ltd. (UK) 2020."--Colophon.

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    Kevin and the Blackbirds

    David Almond

    In a poignant and lavishly illustrated storybook, two revered creators give wing to the ancient Irish tale of a wild child with a heart of gold.

    In lean times, a…

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    Puppet

    David Almond

    Writing in the tradition of Pinocchio, Hans Christian Anderson Award winner David Almond brings his ineffable touch to a warm and wistful story that shows anything is possible with imagination…

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    The Color of the Sun

    David Almond

    Originally published: United Kingdom: Hachette Children’s Group, 2018.

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    El Chico Que Nadaba Con Las Piranas

    David Almond

    After the closure of the Simpson Shipyards, Uncle Ernie loses his job, but quickly comes up with an idea to continue to earn money: he turns his house into a…

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    Age in David Almond’s Oeuvre

    Vanessa Joosen, Michelle Anya Anjirbag, Leander Duthoy, Lindsey Geybels, Frauke Pauwels, Emma-Louise Silva

    This book adds to the understanding of David Almond's work by offering a multi-faceted analysis of age.

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    David Almond: Memory and Magic

    Don Latham

    Discusses how David Almond’s major themes relate to the development of selfhood in his adolescent characters, and explores the four major themes that are evident in his works, including magical…

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    The Fire-Eaters

    David Almond

    Growing up in sleepy Keely Bay, Bobby Burns is exposed to all manner of wondrous things: stars reflecting off the icy sea, a friend that can heal injured fawns with…

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    My Name Is Mina

    David Almond

    From the winner of the Whitbread Children’s Book Award the Carnegie Medal and the 2010 Hans Christian Andersen Award comes the extraordinary prequel to the award-winning Skellig. Shortlisted for the…

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    Heaven Eyes

    David Almond

    Now available in this Readers Circle edition, featuring a reading group discussion guide, Almond’s tale takes two runaways, hungry for freedom from the home, on a journey to somewhere they…

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    Skellig

    David Almond

    Michael’s world after his family moves house seems lonely and frightening, when his new baby sister is fighting for her life in hospital. Then he discovers something - a creature…

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    My Dad’s A Birdman

    David Almond

    From an inspired creative pairing comes a story of the Great Human Bird Competition–an exuberant tale of the healing power of flights of fancy, and a very special father-daughter bond…

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    The Tightrope Walkers

    David Almond

    Dominic Hall grows up in the sixties on a brand-new estate, along with the other families who escaped the river. But the Tyne is still an overwhelming presence, and most…

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    The Tightrope Walkers

    David Almond

    Dominic Hall grows up in the sixties on a brand-new estate, along with the other families who escaped the river. But the Tyne is still an overwhelming presence, and most…

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    The Savage

    David Almond

    Mysterious and mesmerizing, this graphic novel-within-a-novel pairs the extraordinary prose of Almond with the visual genius of McKean, for a tale of a boy who writes about being terrorized by…

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    The Boy Who Climbed into the Moon

    David Almond

    Crackpot notions, community spirit, and sky-high aspirations transform a quiet boy’s life in this whimsical tale from the stellar team of Almond and Dunbar. Illustrations.

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    The True Tale of the Monster Billy Dean

    David Almond

    Trapped in his bedroom by a father who fills his mind with mysterious tales and warnings, Billy Dean goes outside for the first time when his father disappears, and he…

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    The True Tale of the Monster Billy Dean

    David Almond

    Billy Dean is a secret child, growing up in the dark heart of Blinkbonny. He has a beautiful young mother and a father who arrives at night carrying the scent…

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    The Tightrope Walkers

    David Almond

    Dominic Hall grows up in the sixties on a brand-new estate, along with the other families who escaped the river. But the Tyne is still an overwhelming presence, and most…

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    The Savage

    David Almond

    A uniquely presented, touching tale of grief, solace and hope from a master of contemporary storytelling and a visionary artist.

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    The Fire Eaters

    David Almond

    Another exceptional novel from David Almond - winner of the Whitbread Award and the Smarties Book Prize.

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    Heaven Eyes

    David Almond

    Another highly original and beautifully written novel from the award-winning author of Skellig and Kit’s Wilderness. Shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal.

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    Raven Summer

    David Almond

    Liam and his friend Max are playing in their neighborhood when the call of a bird leads them out into a field beyond their town. There, they find a baby…

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    Clay

    David Almond

    Printz Award-winner Almond presents a remarkable novel about creation. One day, as Davie looks on, Stephen brings a tiny clay figure to life. What has Davie helped unleash on the…

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    The Colour of the Sun

    David Almond

    This is a moving, funny and inspirational novel from the bestselling author of Skellig. *Shortlisted for the 2018 Costa Book Awards.*

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    Bone Music

    David Almond

    The new stand-alone novel from David Almond - Bone Music is a timely masterpiece that explores the connections between the past and the present, between civilisation and wilderness. At its…

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    Bone Music

    David Almond

    From the bestselling, award-winning David Almond comes a book of hope and joy: under a boundless starry sky, the unforgettable Sylvia Carr finds out what it means to be brave…

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    Skellig The Play

    David Almond

    Adapted by the author from his award-winning debut novel, and staged at the National Theatre, directed by Trevor Nunn and performed by an all-star cast in 2002.

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    Skellig

    David Almond

    Michael’s world after his family moves house seems lonely and frightening, when his new baby sister is fighting for her life in hospital. Then he discovers something - a creature…

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    A Song for Ella Grey

    David Almond

    The epic new novel by David Almond

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    Rollercoasters: Half a Creature from the Sea

    David Almond

    In this dark and powerful collection, David Almond presents a series of ‘living’ stories inspired by his childhood that capture the imagination.

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