Wizard and Me: Misadventures of Bubbles by Simon Farnaby - Ages 3–8 - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
The Wizard and Me: More Misadventures of Bubbles the Guinea Pig

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781444964479

Overview:
The Wizard and Me: More Misadventures of Bubbles the Guinea Pig is a hilarious children’s chapter book for ages 3–8 that follows the everyday life of Bubbles, a very opinionated guinea pig whose world turns upside down when a wizard from the Dark Ages arrives. Told entirely from Bubbles’ point of view, the story mixes gentle magic, family chaos, and plenty of snacks into an adventure that feels both silly and heartfelt. Young readers who enjoy talking animals, light fantasy, and stories about unlikely friendships will find a new favorite here.

About the Books:
Bubbles the guinea pig introduces himself right away, ranking his top five people and making it clear that food comes first. Life changes the moment Merdyn the Wild crashes into his home and casts a spell so Rose, Bubbles’ owner, can understand every squeak and complaint. Suddenly the guinea pig cage becomes the center of spells, distractions, and small disasters that pull Rose away from homework and straight into medieval mischief. Mum still earns a spot on the list for occasional treats, while Rose’s brother Kris stays firmly at the bottom for ignoring Bubbles completely. The pet shop owner, however, receives glowing praise whenever fresh pellets appear. Through short, punchy chapters, readers follow Bubbles as he balances jealousy over the wizard’s growing influence with genuine affection for the chaos that makes every day more interesting. The tone stays light even when spells go wrong, and the guinea pig’s running commentary on human behavior gives kids plenty of laugh-out-loud moments while quietly showing how friendship can appear in the most unexpected packages.

Key Benefits:

• First-person narration from a guinea pig makes the fantasy feel immediate and funny for early readers.
• Short chapters and familiar school-and-family settings help children transition from picture books to chapter books.
• Magic spells and talking animals deliver entertainment without scary villains or intense conflict.
• Lists, rankings, and snack references mirror how young children actually think and talk.
• Written by a BAFTA-winning author known for making history and fantasy accessible to kids.

About the Author:
Simon Farnaby is an English actor, comedian, and writer born in 1973. He gained recognition through the sketch show Horrible Histories and went on to co-create Yonderland and Ghosts with the Them There collective. Farnaby has written for film as well, earning BAFTA nominations for his adapted screenplay of Paddington 2 in both the Best Adapted Screenplay and Best British Film categories. In 2023 he won a Television BAFTA for a memorable TV moment. His experience blending humor with historical and fantastical elements makes him especially suited to crafting stories that entertain children while keeping adults chuckling along.

Why You’ll Love This Book:
Parents searching for a funny, age-appropriate read-aloud will appreciate the gentle humor and relatable guinea pig perspective, while children will keep turning pages to discover Bubbles’ next ranking or snack-related crisis. It is the perfect next step for fans of illustrated chapter books who want magic without the pressure of long novels.