Books published by publisher Zigzag Publishing Ltd

In her debut novel, Claudia White establishes an imaginative world that asks what if all the stories we were told as children were true, even just a little bit. By channeling a child’s sense of wonder to imagine what truths could be hidden in myths and legends, she provides a refreshingly intelligent tale that challenges our understanding of reality.The shape-shifting Athenites began cloaking themselves in secrecy centuries ago to avoid discrimination and persecution. Glimpses of the Athenites have led humans to create fairy tales and myths to explain the unexplainable. The story of Aesop’s Secret begins when Melinda and Felix Hutton learn that they belong to this ancient race. Their mother and father, Elaine and Jake, have dedicated their lives to proving that Athenites and humans once happily co-existed. Their hope is that, one day, their people with be able to live openly in human society. However, the charismatic and brilliant Professor Stumpworthy emerges as a challenger to these dreams of peace and unity. He has built his personal fortune through the secret use of his transformation abilities while eliminating any Athenite he deems a threat to his way of life. His former colleague, Joe Whiltshire, discovered artifacts that would help identify Athenites as valuable members of society, so Stumpworthy trapped him in the form of a rabbit named Aesop.When Felix becomes stricken by an unusual sickness while studying at the Stumpworthy School of Science in Paris, the family travels to be with him, unaware that they are Stumpworthy’s next targets. Now Joe, back in his human body, must aid Melinda in her attempt to save her family. White’s narrative employs clever changes in points of view to fully develop the Hutton family and highlight the importance of unity and acceptance within a family, even if they belong in a fairy-tale.

When Noah the hermit crab becomes too big for his shell he goes on a hunt to find a new one to be his home. But all he can find is rubbish amongst the rock pools!Join Noah and his friends as they try to find him a new shell.This story highlights the importance of keeping our beaches free of plastic and litter and shows how we can all help make this achievable.A Home For Me is the second book by Author and professional Illustrator Jessica Cover after A Tree For Me

Rhino wants a wife, but is just not sure what he should be looking for. Setting off on an adventure to ask the advice of his jungle friends, he doesn't notice that he is being closely followed by his friend Monkey.Should Rhino take his friends' advice or make his own mind up? And what is Monkey's cheeky plan? Join Rhino and Monkey as they discover then not everyone agrees on what is best.In this heartwarming tale, Rhino discovers that sometimes what you are looking for is not where you are looking. Rhino Wants a Wife is the first book from Lucy Baker and is beautifully illustrated by Robin Dimond.Perfect as a bedtime story to read aloud, or suitable for early readers to enjoy.

Montmorency Montgomery Bear, or Monty as he is known, is a bear and best friend to his Youngling. Like many of the best loved bears he started life with velvet paws and shining eyes and joined in all the adventures his Youngling could take him on. They were inseparable until one day ... Follow Monty's life in this delightful verse, the first book from actor Terry Molloy with charming and vibrant watercolour illustrations from Paul Magrs

Aidan and Poppa spend hours and hours playing together and going on adventures together. Then, unexpectedly, Poppa gets very poorly. Join us on Aidan's sad and moving journey throughout this difficult time, how Aidan wades through a variety of different emotions and situations before finally realising that Poppa will always be there, just in a different way.

Join Colin on his first adventure, from star prizewinner to abandoned and unloved-Colin, a VW Campervan, wants nothing more than to be out on the road. If he can be restored and reunited with his original owner, Andy, it would be even better ... Beautifully illustrated by Owen Claxton, Colin is brought to life in this delightful story. Aimed at younger readers, this book will also be enjoyed by anyone that has ever experienced a VW Campervan and dreamt of how it might be with a few upgrades. Timothy Bentinck is an actor and has appeared in numerous stage plays, movies and television series. He is known to millions as the voice of David Archer in the BBC Radio 4 drama The Archers.

Aidan and Poppa spend hours and hours playing together and going on adventures together. Then, unexpectedly, Poppa gets very poorly. Join us on Aidan's sad and moving journey throughout this difficult time, how Aidan wades through a variety of different emotions and situations before finally realising that Poppa will always be there, just in a different way.Winner of the 2016 Peoples Book Awards