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Written and illustrated by beloved British author Jill Murphy, this bestselling series has charmed generations of young readers since 1974 and remains a favourite for bedtime stories, classroom reading corners, and first chapter book collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcross all eight adventures, Mildred Hubble stumbles from a nervous first year through to her fourth and final year at Miss Cackle's Academy. In The Worst Witch, Mildred can't ride a broomstick straight and keeps muddling her spells. The Worst Witch Strikes Again brings mischievous new pupil Enid Nightshade, while A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch sees Mildred determined to shake off her clumsy reputation. The Worst Witch All at Sea takes the class on a seaside trip Mildred can hardly bear without her cat Tabby, and The Worst Witch Saves the Day introduces a mysterious new form teacher. In The Worst Witch to the Rescue, loyal friendship saves the day when spells go wrong, and The Worst Witch and the Wishing Star finds senior pupil Mildred entrusted with lighting the school's lanterns. First Prize for the Worst Witch follows Mildred into her fourth year as new challenges arise. Together these stories form a satisfying journey from nervous pupil to confident young witch, full of humour and the message that mistakes are part of growing up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll eight paperback titles in Jill Murphy's classic Worst Witch series, complete in one collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollows Mildred Hubble across four full years at Miss Cackle's Academy for Witches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for independent readers aged 7-9 moving into longer chapter books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle humour and themes of friendship, resilience and self-belief throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA bestselling series with more than five million copies sold worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal gift set for birthdays, Christmas, or building a home reading library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJill Murphy (1949-2021) was a British author and illustrator who began writing The Worst Witch as a teenager, drawing on her own boarding school memories at the Ursuline Convent in Wimbledon. First published in 1974, the series sold more than five million copies worldwide, inspiring television adaptations, a West End stage show and generations of devoted readers. Jill also wrote and illustrated several award-winning picture books for younger children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA complete, ready-to-read set taking young fans from Mildred's first disastrous spell to her hard-won fourth-year triumphs — brilliant value and storytelling with a genuinely lovable heroine in one tidy paperback bundle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Books will be dispatched as per the UK ISBN and UK edition covers shown in this listing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jill Murphy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42807445913837,"sku":"PLD7410","price":12.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/products\/worst-witch-8-books-collection-set-jill-murphy-paperback.jpg?v=1784224747"},{"product_id":"a-bear-family-book-collection-jill-murphy-3-books-ages-2-5-paperback","title":"A Bear Family Book Collection 3 Books Set by Jill Murphy - Ages 2-5 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n1. 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Trusted by generations of parents, teachers and children, these stories combine expressive illustrations with warm, relatable family moments that little ones return to again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach story in this collection captures a familiar slice of everyday life in the Bear household, written and illustrated throughout by Jill Murphy. In Peace at Last, poor Mr Bear cannot get a wink of sleep thanks to a snoring Mrs Bear, an excitable Baby Bear and a house full of tapping, dripping and ticking noises — a reassuring, rhythmic read for any child (or parent) who struggles to settle at bedtime. In Whatever Next!, Baby Bear decides one more adventure is needed before bath time: a trip to the moon, complete with a cardboard-box rocket, a colander helmet and a new friend in Owl — a joyful celebration of imaginative play. In Just One of Those Days, Mr and Mrs Bear wake up late to a morning of small disasters and mishaps, muddling cheerfully through until a lovely surprise waits for Baby Bear at the end of the day. Together, the three stories showcase Jill Murphy's gift for turning ordinary family chaos into gentle, funny and deeply comforting tales, all brought to life with her distinctive, softly detailed illustrations. This paperback set makes a lovely addition to any bookshelf, classroom reading corner or bedtime routine, and works equally well read aloud or by early independent readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree bestselling picture books in one great-value paperback set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalming, rhythmic bedtime stories perfect for winding down at night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages imaginative play and creative thinking through Baby Bear's adventures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm, funny family stories that children ask to hear again and again\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal gift set for birthdays, new siblings or classroom libraries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom an award-winning, internationally bestselling author-illustrator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJill Murphy (1949-2021) was a bestselling British author and illustrator best known for the Bear Family picture books and The Worst Witch series. 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Perfect for readers aged 7-9, this funny paperback brings Mildred's schooldays to a close as she secretly sets her sights on the academy's highest honour, with gentle humour and true friendship throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSummer term has started at Miss Cackle's Academy, and somehow disaster-prone Mildred has made it to Year Four without being expelled. Though everyone still thinks of her as the Worst Witch, Mildred has a secret ambition: to be chosen as Head Girl. Determined to prove she's more than her reputation, she tries her best to stay out of trouble, but staying trouble-free has never been her strong suit. When her rival Ethel Hallow discovers a secret about Mildred's beloved stray dog, Star, things threaten to spiral into chaos just as her chances of winning look brightest. Jill Murphy's storytelling combines light comedy with real warmth, weaving in classroom rivalries, loyal friendships, and the ups and downs of school life at a magical boarding school. As the final instalment, it brings Mildred's journey to a heartfelt close, rewarding fans who have followed her progress from a clumsy first-year to a witch capable of real growth. New readers don't need the earlier books to enjoy this story, as it delivers the emotional payoff of the wider series while standing well on its own. 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This paperback set gathers five classic picture books by Jill Murphy, capturing the warmth, chaos and comedy of family life. From bath-time battles to birthday dinners gone wonderfully wrong, these stories resonate with young readers aged 3 to 7 and the grown-ups reading alongside them. Gentle humour and expressive illustrations make this a treasured bookshelf addition, ideal for daily reading, bedtime routines or a thoughtful gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn \u003cem\u003eA Quiet Night In\u003c\/em\u003e, Mrs Large plans a peaceful birthday celebration for Mr Large, only for the children to turn the evening delightfully upside down. \u003cem\u003eA Piece of Cake\u003c\/em\u003e follows the family's wobbly attempt at a healthier diet, proving that resisting cake and taking exercise is much harder than it sounds for four hungry youngsters. 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She began publishing in the 1970s and went on to create some of Britain's most enduring children's books, adapted for television and celebrated for their honesty and warmth. Murphy's gift for capturing the small dramas of family life with humour and empathy earned her lasting affection from readers of all ages, and her Large Family stories remain firm favourites in homes and classrooms across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFunny, tender and endlessly relatable, these five stories bring the whole family together over a shared laugh. 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