Books with author Peter Bently

Cedric Thatchbottom can't wait to train as a squire, serving Sir Percival the Proud a knight famed throughout the land for his glorious deeds. But this famous knight isn't all he appears to be, and Cedric soon finds himself being run ragged around Castle Bombast by his new master. In Book 3 of the Knightmare series, a wealthy princess is visiting the kingdom in search of a husband, and Sir Percy has a plot up his sleeve to see off the other potential suitors. As usual, Cedric has a key part to play in his master's plan. Ugh! Dressing up as a maiden in silk bloomers wasn't quite what he had in mind when he signed up to be a squire. A hilarious new series following the misadventures of a trainee knight. Packed with comical characters, battles, puns and poo, these books are irresistible to young readers aged six to eight years.

Cedric Thatchbottom can't wait to train as a squire, serving Sir Percival the Proud a knight famed throughout the land for his glorious deeds. But this famous knight isn't all he appears to be, and Cedric soon finds himself being run ragged around Castle Bombast by his new master. In Book 4 of the Knightmare series, a notorious outlaw is terrifying the locals and the king has ordered Sir Percy to track him down. Cedric and his master head off into the depths of Grimwood in search of the Ghost and his gang. But there are more than just robbers lurking in the fearsome forest... Yikes!

Who's got what it takes to be a star? The atmosphere is electric out in the farmyard. Old Farmer Clegg may be tucked up for the night, but there’s a talent show about to take place and all the animals are desperate to win. Will a break-dancing horse take the top spot? Will the pop-singing sheep twins be offered a record contract? Competition is fierce, but nobody’s counted on a certain farmer with a sleepwalking habit! With laugh-out-loud text and lively, comedic illustrations - not to mention a pig mariachi band - this fun-packed book will delight both boys and girls alike.

When there's a panic at the palace, two witches take two very different magical approachesTwin sisters Witch Rose and Witch Rita are relaxing at home when the king arrives at Rita's front door looking terribly worried. The princess is refusing to smile! Will Witch Rita be able to solve the problem by conjuring up exquisite tiaras, fabulous frocks, and boxes of chocolates? Or will Witch Rose save the day with a very different approach? A fantastically funny fairytale from past winners of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize.

William has caught soccer fever. He doesn't have a rash or spots, but he can't stop kicking things—and he's driving his sister crazy! Then Dad takes them both to the local soccer club. Who will be next to catch the fever? The complete story and original illustrations of Alan Durant and Kate Leake's picture book, Football Fever, have been specially redesigned into a smaller early reader format. This new version offers children a natural next step on from picture books to support them as they grow in reading confidence.

Who's got what it takes to be a star? The atmosphere is electric out in the farmyard. Old Farmer Clegg may be tucked up for the night, but there’s a talent show about to take place and all the animals are desperate to win. Will a break-dancing horse take the top spot? Will the pop-singing sheep twins be offered a record contract? Competition is fierce, but nobody’s counted on a certain farmer with a sleepwalking habit! With laugh-out-loud text and lively, comedic illustrations - not to mention a pig mariachi band - this fun-packed book will delight both boys and girls alike.