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Written by Valerie Thomas and illustrated by Korky Paul, this set gathers Winnie's magical mishaps and everyday adventures into one brilliant bundle. Perfect for confident early readers moving on from picture books, it's an ideal gift, classroom resource, or bedtime treat that keeps young imaginations spellbound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSince her first appearance in 1987, Winnie the Witch has become one of the best-loved characters in children's fiction, and this collection showcases her adventures in expanded storybook form. Across these 18 titles, Winnie's spells go wonderfully wrong and her cat Wilbur gets tangled up in trouble, yet every story ends with warmth, humour and a gentle lesson. From a soggy fishing trip in \u003cem\u003eBig Catch\u003c\/em\u003e to a topsy-turvy encounter in \u003cem\u003eAlien Sleepover\u003c\/em\u003e, no two stories are alike. Each book uses short, accessible chapters and plentiful illustrations, making them ideal stepping stones towards independent chapter-book reading. Korky Paul's detailed, comic artwork fills every page with sight gags and character, while the stories balance silliness with real emotional beats — friendship, patience and problem-solving. Because every book follows the same beloved characters, children quickly build familiarity and confidence from one story to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete 18-book collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e saves time sourcing individual titles and builds a ready-made home library.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal reading-development step:\u003c\/strong\u003e short chapters bridge picture books and longer chapter books.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMuch-loved characters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winnie and Wilbur have entertained children since 1987 and remain a bestselling series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVivid illustrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Korky Paul's detailed artwork adds humour and depth to every story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat gift set:\u003c\/strong\u003e a generous, ready-to-wrap present for birthdays, holidays or classroom libraries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable paperback format:\u003c\/strong\u003e lightweight and practical for repeated bedtime reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nValerie Thomas is the Australian-born author who created Winnie the Witch, first published in 1987 and later rebranded as Winnie and Wilbur. Illustrator Korky Paul, born in Zimbabwe, has brought Winnie's world to life with richly detailed, comic artwork since the very first book. Together, their partnership has produced one of the most enduring series in British children's publishing, adored by generations of readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA treasure trove of magical mishaps, this 18-book paperback set delivers laughs, warmth and gentle life lessons — a brilliant addition to any bookshelf or a gift they'll return to again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover artwork may vary slightly from images shown; this is the current UK paperback edition with UK ISBN as listed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valerie Thomas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42807612440813,"sku":"PLD11175","price":20.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/products\/winnie-and-wilbur-18-book-collection-set-paperback.jpg?v=1784295713"},{"product_id":"winnie-and-wilbur-16-book-collection-valerie-thomas-paperback","title":"Winnie and Wilbur 16 Books Collection Set by Valerie Thomas - Ages 5-7 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: Winnie the Witch\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: The Big Bad Robot\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: The Broomstick Ride\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: The Dinosaur Day\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: The Magic Wand\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: In Winter\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: Happy Birthday, Winnie\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: In Space\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: The Midnight Dragon\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: The New Computer\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: The Haunted House\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: At the Seaside\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: The Amazing Pumpkin\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: The Pirate Adventure\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: Under the Sea\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur: The Flying Carpet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9780192775061\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Oxford University Press\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 5-7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis 16-book paperback collection brings together the much-loved Winnie and Wilbur stories by Valerie Thomas and illustrator Korky Paul. Featuring a scatterbrained witch and her long-suffering black cat, each of the sixteen tales is packed with gentle magic, comic mishaps and warm-hearted giggles for young children. Perfect for bedtime stories, classroom reading corners or independent reading practice, this brand new set is a wonderful way to introduce children to a genuinely bestselling British picture book series that has been trusted by parents, teachers and librarians for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWinnie and Wilbur is one of the UK's best-loved illustrated series for young children, following Winnie the Witch and her black cat Wilbur through sixteen colourful, comedy-filled adventures. Whether Winnie is battling a mischievous robot, flying off on a broomstick, hosting a birthday party, exploring under the sea, or conjuring up a Halloween pumpkin, Wilbur is always along for the ride — usually getting the blame when Winnie's spells go wrong! Korky Paul's exuberant, detail-packed illustrations reward repeat readings, as children spot new jokes and hidden details every time. Valerie Thomas's warm, rhythmic text is designed to be read aloud, making these books ideal for shared story time as well as for children starting to read independently. Each story stands alone, so the collection can be dipped into in any order, while consistent characters and settings help build familiarity and reading confidence across the set. Themes of friendship, problem-solving, seasons, celebrations and gentle humour run throughout, giving parents and teachers plenty of natural talking points. First published by Oxford University Press, the series has become a modern classic of early years fiction, regularly recommended by schools and libraries as a stepping stone between picture books and early chapter books. 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The books are brought vividly to life by illustrator Korky Paul, whose richly detailed, humorous artwork has become inseparable from Winnie and Wilbur's world. Together, Thomas's warm storytelling and Paul's exuberant illustrations have made the series an enduring favourite with young readers, parents and teachers, selling millions of copies worldwide and appearing on countless recommended reading lists for early years and Key Stage 1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Winnie and Wilbur Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSixteen brand new paperbacks, bursting with magic, mischief and laughter — this set is the perfect way to fill a young reader's shelf with a beloved, bestselling series that keeps them coming back for more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover design and ISBN reflect the current UK edition as shown in the product images.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valerie Thomas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42807649599725,"sku":"PLD15472","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/winnie-and-wilbur-16-book-collection-set-paperback-1.jpg?v=1784300324"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/collections\/valerie-thomas.oembed","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}