Books with author Paul Delaney

When world famous writer and past English children's laureate, MICHAEL MORPURGO read 'Sparrowlegs' in one sitting, he called it 'a thrilling story'. So that's a complement /recommendation for sure! This book is for both children and adults alike. The story delves into deep human emotions, exploring the relationship between a young boy and an old man - most adults cry when they read it! Malcolm Thomas is a struggling footballer who's distraught when his best 'footballing' friends move to London. He's all excited when his mum tells him a new family of 'football mad' young boys are moving in next door. But Malcolm is angry and upset as this doesn't happen. An old aged pensioner moves in instead, who spends most of his time sitting in a wheelchair. However, Malcolm soon discovers that Juan Schiaffino is an old footballer himself, with an incredible secret...

Follow the adventures of a special girl named Hummelle and her best friends (black cat, Balerinagirl, bunny, songbird and many others). She lives in the great Northwoods of Wisconsin and loves all of nature especially the creatures of the woods and the wildflowers of Spring. Her search for a fairy garden leads to discoveries about how fairies live, the nature of the seasons and… a mystery figure. The gentle moral and surprise ending make for a delightful learning adventure through dramatic photos which make fantasy come to life.

Herbert Humphries is an unhappy 11 year old boy. His dad died when he was younger and he still misses him like crazy. To make matters worse, his mum has just found a new, annoying boyfriend, who's already staying most weekends. Herbert doesn't like him one little bit. However, a chance visit to a fortune teller at a travelling fairground changes everything. She predicts everybody's futures and even tells Herbert things about his dad. This strange lady, known as 'Madame Mistral' sets in motion an unbelievable sequence of life changing events...And Herbert's, his mum's and his mum's boyfriend's lives are NEVER the same again!

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