Books with author Julie Folkers

Who are they and what are they up to? Chloe and Ben are preparing for Easter when low and behold Fairytale land overspills again. Can Mum keep Ben from finding out about Fairytale land or will the adventure ruin his childhood? Can Mum protect him from all the magic? What’s a fugly rug and a leprechaun got to do with Easter? Will Muriel the witch from the next village save the day or can they do it on their own? Join the kids and Mum on their latest adventures and enjoy the ride!

Abby is an eleven year-old Hopplescotch, the twin to the gate of the gatewaythat leads to Hopplescotch Realm. Muriel, a Hopplescotch witcherene, is the keeper of the gate and one of the most powerful witches in this world and the seven realms.Abby has been sent to Muriel as a decoy. The peace and quiet of Beechhorn cove is about to be shattered by the re-emergence of Agnes Fairwether, another Hopplescotch witcherene who had tried to overthrow this world ten years before.It appears a switchelstick may have been used on Muriel and Agnes in their last battle.Who is who? Is the gateway safe?Abby and her new friends seek to unravel the mystery.They are plunged into adventures with many odd characters from the realms, while trying to save the realms from the evil Agnes.New author Julie Folkers has created a warm and engaging tale that will be enjoyed by all young readers.Her colourful and imaginative characters really come alive, and the pace of the story draws the reader in, always wanting to find out what happens next. I found it hard to put down, and recommend it to any parent aiming to grow their child's love of reading.- Chris Beardsley BSc (social Sciences), Dip Tch (sec)A wonderfully imaginative and creative story. It is not often I find a book that my twelve-year-old son, my nine-year-old daughter and myself are all completely engrossed in from start to finish. Highly recommended for children, young adults and adults who are children at heart.Cheryl ThomasIt is such a good book that every kid should read it, it is just so interesting. I would recommend that every school have this book and every library should have it too.Ivy Fearn, 13 years old

The Techno Festival has come to Hopplescotch Realm. Inventors and magicians from each of the different realms have all kinds of gadgetry and magic spells on show at the festival - more then you could ever imagine.But there's mystery afoot. Who is the strange Techno Wizard who always cloaks himself, and why does he have such a sinister appearance? Who are the Techno Pirates? Are they trying to ruin the festival, or do they want to frame the Techno Wizard?As usual in Hopplescotch Realm, things are not always as they seem. Join the kids on their fun adventure as they meet some weird and wonderful characters and unravel the mysteries.Whilst Abby and the Hopplescotch Realm was a fun read, Julie Folkers' second novel, Anika and the Techno Pirates, is action-packed from cover to cover. Abby returns to the Hopplescotch Realm to attend the Techno Festival, but this time it's not all fun and games. Trouble is afoot... Who is behind it? Could it be the Techno Pirates? Or is it the mysterious cloaked wizard? Julie Folkers has really outdone herself with this fantastic new novel. I thoroughly recommend this book.- Jeremiah Rattray, aged 15It is always a joy to see someone move steadily through the stages from writing student to published author. Julie Folkers is a big thinker. "Why write one book when I can write a series?" This must have been the question inher mind. Anika and the Techno Pirates is the result. That's quite a significant achievement.-Brian Morris, Prinicpal, New Zealand Insittute of Business Studies

The Techno Festival that had come to Hopplescotch Realm is now over and Muriel returns home to Beechhorn Cove. But things have been happening whilst she was away, and more trouble is brewing for her and the other intriguing characters from the author's earlier stories.In their new adventures they meet a living statue and try to solve the mystery of the Puppet Meister. Some strange people seem to be controlling the affairs of the village, and Muriel and the children must find out who they are and stop them before it is too late.Magical Chaos at Beechhorn Cove is the third take in Julie Folkers' exciting and very popular adventure series, which began with Abby and the Hoopplescotch Realm and continued with Anika and the Techno Pirates/A magical read for children aged 8 and over.Note from the Author, this book covers issues like Text bullying and teaches kids lifeskills for them to cope with issues like bullying, a bit more of a serious topic has been chosen than the two before but important with the way our society has shaped itself, all woven into a magical tale around some hilarious characters who run amuck in this book. Ghosts galore, a living statue and Puppet Meister at play. Muriel and the kids have no idea where to start with all the chaos before them.

Abby is an eleven year-old Hopplescotch, the twin to the gate of the gatewaythat leads to Hopplescotch Realm. Muriel, a Hopplescotch witcherene, is the keeper of the gate and one of the most powerful witches in this world and the seven realms.Abby has been sent to Muriel as a decoy. The peace and quiet of Beechhorn cove is about to be shattered by the re-emergence of Agnes Fairwether, another Hopplescotch witcherene who had tried to overthrow this world ten years before.It appears a switchelstick may have been used on Muriel and Agnes in their last battle.Who is who? Is the gateway safe?Abby and her new friends seek to unravel the mystery.They are plunged into adventures with many odd characters from the realms, while trying to save the realms from the evil Agnes.New author Julie Folkers has created a warm and engaging tale that will be enjoyed by all young readers.Her colourful and imaginative characters really come alive, and the pace of the story draws the reader in, always wanting to find out what happens next. I found it hard to put down, and recommend it to any parent aiming to grow their child's love of reading.- Chris Beardsley BSc (social Sciences), Dip Tch (sec)A wonderfully imaginative and creative story. It is not often I find a book that my twelve-year-old son, my nine-year-old daughter and myself are all completely engrossed in from start to finish. Highly recommended for children, young adults and adults who are children at heart.Cheryl ThomasIt is such a good book that every kid should read it, it is just so interesting. I would recommend that every school have this book and every library should have it too.Ivy Fearn, 13 years old

Who is Razzle Dazzle?He's one of Santa's reindeer but he went missing before the original tale was told.So - he was left out and forgotten.Barnaby, one of Santa's elves thinks he heard him on the magical walkie talkie. But where is he?All the characters in Fairytale land want to help find him.Join Mum and the kids as they deal with Fairyland characters and try to find Razzle Dazzle.Will they find him or not?This is the 3rd book in the Fairytale series by Julie

Abby is an eleven year-old Hopplescotch, the twin to the gate of the gateway that leads to Hopplescotch Realm. Muriel, a Hopplescotch Witcherene, is the keeper of the gate and one of the most powerful witches in this world and the seven Realms. Abby has been sent to Muriel as a decoy. The peace and quiet of Beechhorn cove is about to be shattered by the re-emergence of Agnes Fairwether, another Hopplescotch witcherene who had tried to overthrow this world ten years before. It appears a switchelstick may have been used on Muriel and Agnes in their last battle. Who is who? Is the gateway safe? Abby and her new friends seek to unravel the mystery. They are plunged into adventures with many odd characters from the Realms, while trying to save the realms from the evil Agnes. New author Julie Folkers has created a warm and engaging tale that will be enjoyed by all young readers. Her colourful and imaginative characters really come alive, and the pace of the story draws the reader in, always wanting to find out what happens next. I found it hard to put down, and recommend it to any parent aiming to grow their child's love of reading. - Chris Beardsley BSc (social Sciences), Dip Tch (sec) A wonderfully imaginative and creative story. It is not often I find a book that my twelve-year-old son, my nine-year-old daughter and myself are all completely engrossed in from start to finish. Highly recommended for children, young adults and adults who are children at heart. Cheryl Thomas It is such a good book that every kid should read it, it is just so interesting. I would recommend that every school have this book and every library should have it too. Ivy Fearn, 13 years old

Muriel is plain worn out from their latest adventure in Magical,she wants to put her feet up and rest but low and behold the mysteriesjust keep coming at her. Two Moons in the sky, wild weather and distresssignals start happening, An inter realm highway that has been warped by the two idioticTime Bandits, somehow her house is now part of the highway!Who's the old lady who pushed herself into Muriel's life?A monkey court being held and people going missing from the cove.Was the murderer in Magical captured or were they all led on a Merry chase.What is the Fountain of Youth? And where are the Hobnobble witches who went searching for it.Tigers and Dragons join the game...kids are disguised as Hobgoblins and set loosein the realmsto solve the mysteries.Join the team as they unravel their latest mysteries and ejoy the ride.....

A delightful read for kids between the ages of 6-8 years, leads into the Realms series of books for older readers when they start their journey on chapter books.What's happened to the Tooth Fairy?Why is she leaving notes instead of money?Why can't she leave the money?And who are the pesky Pimperknickels who are playing havoc with the Tooth Fairy?Join Chloe and Ben on their big adventure with the Tooth Fairy and the Pimperknickels.Recommended for 6-10 year olds.It's all about the Tooth Fairy and what's happening with her. She's leaving notes instead of money! Why?Join Ben and Chloe on their fun adventure with the Tooth Fairy.

The Techno Festival that had come to Hopplescotch Realm is now over, and Muriel returns home to Beechhorn Cove. But things have been happening while she was away, and more trouble is brewing for her and the other intriguing characters from the Author's earlier stories. In their new adventures they meet a living statue and try to solve the mystery of the Puppet Meister. Some strange people seem to be controlling the affairs of the village, and Muriel and the children must find out who they are and stop them before it is too late. Magical Chaos at Beechhorn Cove is the third tale in Julie Folkers' exciting and very popular adventure series, which began with Abby and the Hopplescotch Realm and continued with Anika and the Techno Pirates. A magical read for children aged 8 to 16. Review I found this book to be a rollicky read, I especially enjoyed the descriptions of nature. Dr Brenda Kaye B.V.SC This is the 3rd book in Julie's Realms series. If you loved books like Harry Potter you will love this series of books, adults and children alike adore these books.

The Techno Festival has come to Hopplescotch Realm. Inventors and magicians from each of the different Realms have all kinds of gadgetry and magic spells on show at the festival - more than you could ever imagine! But there is mystery afoot! Who is this Techno Wizard who always cloaks himself, and why does he have such a sinister appearance? Who are the Techno Pirates? Are they trying to ruin the Festival or are they trying to frame the Techno Wizard? As usual in Hopplescotch Realm, things are not always what they seem. Join the kids on their fun adventure as they meet some weird and wonderful characters and unravel the mysteries. Whilst Abby and the Hopplescotch Realm was a fun read, Julie Folkers' second novel, Anika and the Techno Pirates, is action-packed from cover to cover. Abby returns to the Hopplescotch Realm to attend the Techno Festival, but this time it is not all fun and games. Trouble is afoot... Who is behind it? Could it be the Techno Pirates? Or is it the mysterious cloaked wizard? Julie Folkers has really outdone herself with this fantastic new novel. I thoroughly recommend this book. -Jeremiah Rattray, aged 15 It is always a joy to see someone move steadily through the stages from writing student to published author. Julie Folkers is a big thinker. Why write one book when I can write a series? This must have been the question in her mind. Anika and the Techno Pirates is the result. That's quite a significant achievement. -Brian Morris, Principal, New Zealand Institute of Business Studies. If you thought Abby was a good read wait till you read this one! It totally blew me away, couldn't stop reading! Action packed action along with mystical stuff that creates a mystery of it's own. Mark Brown Age 15

Abby is an eleven year-old Hopplescotch, the twin to the key of the gateway that leads to Hopplescotch Realm. Muriel, a Hopplescotch witcherene, is the keeper of the gate and one of the most powerful witches in this world and the seven realms. Abby has been sent to Muriel as a decoy. The peace and quiet of Beechhorn Cove is about to be shattered b y the re-emergence of Agnes Fairwether, another Hopplescotch witcherene who had tried to overthrow this world and the realms ten years before. It appears a switchelstick may have been used on Muriel and Agnes in their last battle. Who is who? Is the gateway safe? Abby and her new friends seek to unravel the mystery. They are plunged into adventures with many odd characters from the realms, while trying to save the realms from the evil Agnes. Children’s fantasy fiction