Unicorn Academy: My Secret Unicorn Diary by Julie Sykes & Linda Chapman - Ages 5-8 - Paperback

Details:
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781805139478
Publisher: Nosy Crow
Age Range: 5-8 years

Overview:
Step inside Sophia's secret diary in Unicorn Academy: My Secret Unicorn Diary, the exclusive World Book Day 2026 mini book based on the New York Times bestselling Unicorn Academy series by Julie Sykes and Linda Chapman. Young readers aged 5-8 join Sophia and her magical partner Wildstar as they navigate their first year at Unicorn Academy, packed with sparkling secrets and gentle mysteries, in a compact, giftable paperback with a free audiobook included.

About the Book:
Unicorn Academy: My Secret Unicorn Diary invites readers to peek inside Sophia's private diary as she reflects on her first magical year at Unicorn Academy alongside her unicorn partner, Wildstar. Written in a warm, first-person diary style, it blends everyday school life with sparkling adventure, secret hideouts and the ups and downs of a budding friendship built on trust and teamwork. As an official World Book Day 2026 title, this compact 32-page paperback is quick, fun and accessible for newly confident readers moving from picture books to chapter books. The diary format encourages children to imagine themselves in Sophia's shoes, following her day-to-day discoveries, secret notes and magical mishaps as she settles into life at the academy. Fans of the wider Unicorn Academy franchise, including the Netflix series, will recognise Sophia, Wildstar and their friends, while newcomers will find it a welcoming entry point. A scannable code unlocks a free Nosy Crow Stories Aloud audiobook, so children can listen along as they read. Themes of courage, curiosity, kindness and self-belief run throughout, making this a gentle, feel-good read perfect for bedtime, classroom reading corners, or a World Book Day token redemption.

• Official World Book Day 2026 mini book – a collectible edition of the bestselling Unicorn Academy series.
• Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud audiobook, accessed via a scan-and-listen code.
• Based on the New York Times bestselling Unicorn Academy series by Julie Sykes and Linda Chapman.
• Diary format perfect for newly independent readers aged 5-8 moving toward chapter books.
• Compact, affordable paperback ideal as a World Book Day gift, stocking filler or reading incentive.

About the Author:
Julie Sykes and Linda Chapman created the original New York Times bestselling Unicorn Academy chapter book series on which this World Book Day title is based. Julie Sykes is an award-winning author of over one hundred children's books, known for playful, character-driven storytelling, while Linda Chapman brings immersive world-building and warmth to their collaborations. Together they have crafted the beloved world of Unicorn Academy, now also adapted into a Netflix series, inspiring young readers with stories of friendship, courage and magical adventure. This edition is published by Nosy Crow.

Why You'll Love This Book:
A sparkling, pocket-sized treat for Unicorn Academy fans and newcomers alike, this World Book Day diary pairs familiar magical charm with an interactive format and free audiobook, making it a wonderful gift or personal keepsake.

Please Note: Cover may vary slightly from image shown; this listing is for the UK edition matching the ISBN stated above.