{"title":"Joseph Coelho","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"fairy-tales-gone-bad-3-book-set-joseph-coelho-paperback-ages-7-9","title":"Fairy Tales Gone Bad Series 3 Books Collection Set by Joseph Coelho - Ages 7-9 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nZombierella\u003cbr\u003e\nFrankenstiltskin\u003cbr\u003e\nCreeping Beauty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9781406389661 \/ 9781406389678 \/ 9781406389685\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Walker Books\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: 7-9 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Fairy Tales Gone Bad collection reimagines three much-loved classics as gloriously gothic, laugh-out-loud verse novels. Written by former Waterstones Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho and illustrated by Freya Hartas, this three-book paperback set follows a zombie Cinderella, a monstrous mash-up of Frankenstein and Rumpelstiltskin, and a thorn-covered twist on Sleeping Beauty. Sharp, witty and spooky, it's a brilliant introduction to verse storytelling for readers aged 7-9 who love a darker edge to their fairy tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis deliciously dark trilogy takes familiar fairy tale bones and gives them a thrillingly modern, macabre makeover. In \u003cem\u003eZombierella\u003c\/em\u003e, Cinderella falls to her death on the night of the ball — only to be raised by the Shadow of Death, returning for three nights as a vengeful, ice-cold zombie determined to settle scores with her cruel stepsisters. \u003cem\u003eFrankenstiltskin\u003c\/em\u003e mashes together Frankenstein and Rumpelstiltskin, introducing a patchwork creature who strikes a dangerous bargain with a king desperate to bring his dead wolf back to life. In \u003cem\u003eCreeping Beauty\u003c\/em\u003e, fairy godmother Eshe glimpses the future and foresees a girl smothered in creeping thorns, setting her on a quest to change fate before it's too late. Written entirely in verse, each story crackles with rhythm, dark humour and Coelho's signature wit, while Freya Hartas's illustrations add gothic flair throughout. Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl's Revolting Rhymes, these books make poetry accessible, funny and gripping — ideal for reluctant readers and anyone who loves a fairy tale with added bite. Each story stands alone, so the set can be read in any order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree complete paperback stories in one spooky set: Zombierella, Frankenstiltskin and Creeping Beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten in engaging, rhythmic verse by an award-winning former Waterstones Children's Laureate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark, funny twists on Cinderella, Frankenstein\/Rumpelstiltskin and Sleeping Beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtmospheric black-and-white illustrations by Freya Hartas throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for reluctant readers, poetry fans and lovers of gothic fairy tale retellings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA brilliant gift set for birthdays, Halloween or World Book Day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJoseph Coelho is an award-winning poet and author who served as Waterstones Children's Laureate from 2022 to 2024. Known for making poetry playful, inclusive and irresistible to young readers, he has written numerous acclaimed picture books, poetry collections and verse novels for children. His work has won the CLiPPA Poetry Award, among other honours, and he's celebrated for championing reading for pleasure and bringing fresh, contemporary energy to classic storytelling — making him one of the most exciting voices in children's literature today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFunny, spooky and beautifully strange, this collection turns bedtime reading into an event. Three twisted tales, one brilliant author, and verse that makes reading feel like a thrill ride — perfect for growing readers who want fairy tales with real bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover artwork may vary slightly from the image shown; all books are the current UK paperback edition with a UK ISBN.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Joseph Coelho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47078795313389,"sku":"PLD21093","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/fairy-tales-gone-bad-3-book-set-joseph-coelho-paperback-1.jpg?v=1784342560"},{"product_id":"luna-loves-3-books-collection-set-joseph-coelho-ages-5-7-paperback","title":"Luna Loves 3 Books Collection Set by Joseph Coelho - Library Day, Art \u0026 Dance - Ages 5-7 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLuna Loves Library Day\u003cbr\u003e\nLuna Loves Art\u003cbr\u003e\nLuna Loves Dance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781783445950 (Library Day) \/ 9781783448654 (Art) \/ 9781839130939 (Dance)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Andersen Press\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-7 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Luna Loves 3 Books Collection Set brings together three joyful picture books by award-winning Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho: Luna Loves Library Day, Luna Loves Art and Luna Loves Dance. Illustrated throughout by Fiona Lumbers, these warm, lyrical stories follow spirited young Luna as she discovers the magic of books, art and dance, all while celebrating family, friendship and self-expression. A perfect paperback picture book set for young readers aged five to seven, ideal for reading together at bedtime or independent story time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn \u003cem\u003eLuna Loves Library Day\u003c\/em\u003e, Luna treasures her weekly library visit with her dad, exploring shelves of stories and, along the way, beginning to mend their own family history — a gentle introduction to separated families. \u003cem\u003eLuna Loves Art\u003c\/em\u003e takes Luna and friend Finn to the art gallery, stepping inside works by Van Gogh, Damien Hirst, Matisse and Warhol; when Finn can't see his family reflected in the art, Luna helps him realise family comes in many forms. \u003cem\u003eLuna Loves Dance\u003c\/em\u003e follows Luna as dance makes the world feel brighter — until a wobbly dance exam leaves her doubting herself, and her family helps her find her rhythm again, with a glorious fold-out carnival page. Together, the three stories build a joyful series celebrating libraries, art and dance as places of discovery, while gently exploring modern family life and resilience. Coelho's rhythmic text pairs beautifully with Fiona Lumbers' vibrant illustrations, making each book a rewarding shared read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree complete paperback picture books in one great-value set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by Joseph Coelho, Waterstones Children's Laureate 2022-2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGorgeous illustrations throughout by Fiona Lumbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitively explores family diversity, friendship and self-expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers libraries, art and dance — three enriching themes in one collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA lovely gift for children aged 5-7 and their families\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJoseph Coelho OBE FRSL is a British poet and children's book author who served as Waterstones Children's Laureate from 2022 to 2024 and was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature in 2023. In 2024 he won the Carnegie Medal for his YA novel The Boy Lost in the Maze. Coelho began performing poetry with Apples and Snakes in 2002 and has a long background in theatre, writing for venues including the Unicorn Theatre and Polka Theatre. His debut poetry collection, Werewolf Club Rules, won the 2015 CLPE CLiPPA Poetry Award.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA heartwarming trio of picture books that celebrate reading, creativity and family in all its forms. 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