Benevolence the Tree

Benevolence is a tree that helps everyone who comes to her. But who will help Benevolence when she is in need? 

This is a fun, short, wholesome rhyming story that endeavours to educate young readers about the important role of trees in our world.      

Benjamin's Birthday

Everyone loves toys, although nowadays they are becoming more and more sophisticated and electronic.

But for really young children, the old favourites are still the best. Teddy bears and all forms of cuddly toys are what toddlers seek. So, what would they give to be able to play with them if they came to life.

Benjamin Roy is a typical fun-loving five-year-old who can’t believe his eyes when a glove puppet in the form of a grey and white rabbit gives him a wink and comes to life.

Benjamin’s Birthday is the fourth in the series, following Benny’s Arrival, Benny and Teddy’s Day Out, and Benny’s Sports Day.

Benji Yahoo And His Friends: The Disco

The summer break has ended, so Benji and his friends return to Crossom Dale School for a new semester. On arrival, they receive the news that the school is including a drama class in the new term. The pupils are thrilled with the news, especially when Principle Sannen announces that there is a disco on the forthcoming Friday to introduce the new drama teacher Sylvester Appleyard. Benji and his friends are really excited, for they have never been to a disco before. But when Benji's school rival, Victor, begins to taunt Benji on his lack of dance skills, plus, along with his wily friends, puts on an amazing disco dance display in the canteen, making the girls cheer loudly in admiration, Benji and his friends feel humiliated. The pressure is on. Can Benji, Denny, Quarter, Qui Qui and Millie learn to dance by Friday? ... Or will Victor and his wily friends laugh them off the dance floor?

Bertha Spankle

Bertha Spankle is a clumsy soul who dreams of seeing the world. These tales take her on heart-stopping adventures, which teach her to follow her dreams.

Bertha finds herself in many life-changing situations, but manages to persevere… you never know what you are capable of until you try!

Betty’s Bedtime Adventure

Betty has been told that her grandad is gone forever, but she knows that he isn’t. She believes he is up in the stars. So instead of lying in bed, asleep, she is looking through her telescope, fuelled by chocolate biscuits, hunting the night sky for him.

But Betty quickly realises that there is a problem.

A big one!

All the stars look the same. So, full of disappointment she makes a wish upon a star...

Follow Betty on her adventure to find her beloved grandad, learning the comforting lesson that people we love will always be with us, no matter how far away they may seem.

What do you wish upon a star?

Between Two Homes

Ben and his sister, Beth, live with their parents by the beach. They love walking together with their dog, Toby. Suddenly, one day Ben's father tells them he is moving. Ben's life is shattered as he realises his parents are separating, but gradually he learns to adjust to the situation. The story follows his, and his family's journey while presenting a positive and optimistic perspective about the whole situation. It is a story of developing resilience, and gives children an opportunity to discuss this situation, and how to cope with stressful situations while coming out on top. A great resource for schools and parents.

Beyond the Garden Gate

THE SAPPHIRE BELL

The Sapphire Bell has fallen silent…

Its hammer has been stolen and must be returned by sunset,

or the power of sleep will be lost forever.

In a race against time, a gang of heroic friends set out in search

of the precious object.

There are tough decisions, brave acts, and strange magic, but

evil stands in their way at every turn.

The sun is setting with relentless gravity and the hammer is

still beyond reach.

Time is running out and no-one wants to be awake forever.

Billy Bookley and My Book of Magic Tricks

Billy Bookley and His Book of Magic Tricks is a fantastically fun story, full of warmth, adventure and the rising of an underdog.Billy Bookley is a poor and lonely young boy, whose long school days are cruelly spent being teased and bullied by the horrible boys and girls in his class just for the way he looks. Then one day, a magical twist of fate and fortune gives him the opportunity to finally turn the tables on his bullies – once and for all! This will change both his and their lives forever.Will he triumph against the odds? Will Billy take advantage of this chance at glory? Will he risk being brave? Will he dare to grasp this chance to take revenge on his bullies? Or will it all prove too much for this one quiet young boy to handle alone?Only time will tell what the future holds for Billy Bookley!

Billy the Lion Cat

Billy is a handsome ginger cat who one day mysteriously grows a lion's mane. So is he a lion or is he a cat?

Billy's Brainwave

Eleven-year-old Billy Barnes lives with his parents and elder sister, Julia. He is usually a happy boy and spends most of his time with one of his best friends, Ali Patel.

However, Billy has a problem. A big problem! He was stopped by some older boys as he was on his way home from school. One of them demanded protection money from Billy and made it quite clear that it was pay up, or suffer the consequences!

Just how are Billy and Ali going to solve this problem, without involving Billy’s parents? If he does that, he runs a considerable risk of becoming a laughingstock in his class. He can almost hear some of the other boys shouting, “Billy Barnes has to ask his mum and dad for help, just like in reception class!”

The solution is as clever as it is simple and is the start of a number of exciting adventures for Billy and Ali.

Bjorn's Story

This is a true story of a lonely street dog named Bjorn.

Bjorn walks the streets searching for food and shelter, he's hungry and alone without any friends. He needs some help.

Could a compassionate dog rescue charity come to his aid and help him find a home? Could they help him to find a loving person or family who can provide him with warmth, food, shelter and most of all 'love'.

Is he destined to be alone and sad?

See where this adventure takes him in this heartwarming story. A true story based on friendship and hope.

The odds have been stacked up against Bjorn for his entire life.

Isn't it time for him to see a favourable result?

Blue Bell From Greenfield Parade

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a cat and be able to get into, under and beneath cars, houses and especially trees where you would be able to see everything around you? 

Meet Blue Bell, who is a very special cat who lives in Greenfield Parade.  No one owns Blue Bell, but everyone loves her.

Interested and curious in all things living, Blue Bell has great freedom to roam in her neighbourhood and meet many other creatures.

See how Blue Bell is able to discover the Room of Happiness and Song – and how she saves the life of one of its most beautiful residents.