Best Selling Books by Caroline Plaisted

The titles in the ''Tales From Shakespeare'' series retell some of Shakespeare''s most popular and well-known plays. Clear and contemporary language makes these stories easily accessible to young readers.

Relive the tale of The Tempest in this captivating and essential edition from QED. A terrible storm washes King Alonso and his men ashore a deserted island... but it is all part of Prospero''s plan to take revenge on his brother! The Tempest is an enchanting tale of love and family feuds, all mixed with a good amount of magic. QED''s Tales From Shakespeare retell some of Shakespeare''s most popular and well-known plays. Clear and contemporary language makes these stories easily accessible to young readers. Lively illustrations bring these popular plays to life and will captivate the imagination and interest of young readers.

"When four love-struck young Athenians get lost in the forest, a magical night awaits. Packed with mix-ups, enchanted potions, and michievous hobgoblins, this humorous tale will hold you spellbound"--Page 4 of cover.

The titles in the ''Tales From Shakespeare'' series retell some of Shakespeare''s most popular and well-known plays. Clear and contemporary language makes these stories easily accessible to young readers.

The Glitter Girls are really excited about Christmas. Not only do they get to be Santa''s Little Helpers and wear the coolest costumes, but they''ve also heard about a local panto, which stars their favourite TV celeb. Even more exciting - the panto needs extras...and the girls have got an audition!

A collection of stories from some of today''s favorite writers that will enchant any child who loves ballet.

Francine is embarrassed by her old bicycle, which was once her father''s, but when she makes up a story about the bike being stolen, she finds that it only causes more trouble for her

Beth and Anna create a list of ten things that they must do in order to become beautiful goddesses who are irresistible to guys, but after several disasters involving fake tans and hair extensions, they find themselves a long way from their goal. They''d planned to spend their fifteenth year transforming themselves from mediocre mates to gorgeous goddesses. But when they notice that their sixteenth birthdays are rapidly approaching, the realize that they''re running a bit behind schedule.

Describes the events of a typical wedding day and explains the responsibilities of the various participants with special emphasis on the role and duties of the flower girl and junior bridesmaid.

Who to tell? Who to trust? Every girl loves a secret! A guide to keeping and sharing secrets, this book presents top tips on how to share a little harmless gossip as well as advice on keeping something totally personal and private.

The Glitter Girls are really excited about the fab Fun Day and disco they''ve helped organize...But when the community hall is flooded their plans are ruined! The girls won''t let it stop them though-it''s the perfect chance to give the hall a true GG makeover! All they need is lots of paint, some help from their friends and a bit of glitter magic... But can they finish it in time?

The Glitter Girls are inspired by a super-cool trip to see how the local entertainment magazine''s put together. They''re going to create a magazine of their very own! Soon the whole of their school has magazine mania! and the Glitter Girls'' brilliant idea to write an article about tracking down old pupils means they get to meet somemone extra special!

The Glitter Girls are the coolest group of girls, and they''ve got to find something super-brilliant to do for the school fete. Luckily, they''ve come up with the most original idea of all-they''re going to offer makeovers for everyone. The whole school will be queuing up to get the Glitter treatment! All they need is a few essential accessories-the prettiest sparkly hair slides, the shiniest lip-gloss-the Glitter Girls have got it sorted!

When Meg sees the ad for a talent show at the town hall, the girls know they''ve got to enter and come up with something super-cool to do for it. But what can they all do together? Charly has a brainwave, there''s one thing they''re all good at - ballet! But will they be good enough to win?

Meet the Glitter Girls-they''re the coolest girls you know! Hannah Charly, Zoe, Meg and Flo are the best of friends-they do everything together, and formed their extra-special gang (complete with secret passwords and their own jackets with GG embroidered on the back!)-a gang that gets to do the most excellent things. Like when they found out that the hospital radio couldn''t have a children''s programme because the DJ was off sick. The Glitter Girls had a brilliant idea-to do their very own show and call it Glitter FM! Watch out Sarah Cox, the Glitter Girls are the hottest new DJs around...!

The girls have a great idea for their history project, and that''s how they meet Grace. She''s lived in the town for almost a century and now it''s her 100th birthday. They decide to throw her a surprise party. With guests, a cake and a telegram from the Queen, they''ve got the perfect celebration.

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Amaryllis is a thirteen-year-old teenager with a new boyfriend and a strange family to deal with.

Lorsque les Brownies de la première unité de Badenbridge décident d’organiser une danse qui ferait partie des célébrations du centenaire des Guides au Royaume-Uni, c’est l’occasion pour Grace de briller. Elle propose de planifier une chorégraphie spéciale qui sera présentée à différents endroits de Badenbridge. Toutes les Brownies passent tous leurs moments libres à pratiquer, mais les filles apprendront-elles les pas à temps?

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La Journée mondiale du livre approche et les Brownies débordent d’idées pour la célébrer. Entre leur travail en vue de l’obtention de leur insigne «Bibliophile» et la visite d’une auteure locale de livres pour enfants, les Brownies deviennent des passionnées de livres! Puis les cinq meilleures amies ont une excellente idée: organiser un échange de livres et faire don de la recette à une association caritative!

Le printemps est arrivé et c’est la période du camp annuel des Brownies de la première unité de Badenbridge ! Les filles se rendent à Waddow Hall pour une fin de semaine de camping ayant pour thème le cirque. Mais Ellie n’est jamais allée camper avant et se sent nerveuse d’être éloignée de chez elle. Ses meilleures amies pourront-elles la convaincre qu’elles vont vraiment s’amuser?

The brilliant Brownies are celebrating World Book Day. Join them as they set about planning a charity book swap.

C’est leur première journée chez les Brownies et toutes se sentent nerveuses et excitées. Toutefois, leurs inquiétudes seront vite oubliées, car il y a tant à faire: de l’artisanat, chanter des chansons, jouer à des jeux et se faire de nouvelles amies. Ce ne sera pas long avant qu’elles commencent à préparer leur cérémonie de la promesse, mais il leur faut d’abord décider du genre de fête qu’elles désirent avoir...

Faites la connaissance de Katie, Ellie, Charlie, Jamila et Grace. Elles sont cinq meilleures amies qui viennent tout juste de devenir membre des Brownies. C’est le jour de la pensée, une journée pour se rappeler des Brownies à travers le monde. Les filles ont choisi de célébrer en découvrant tout ce qui concerne les Brownies en Afrique. Elles apprennent des chansons et des danses spéciales, ainsi qu’à fabriquer de magnifiques perles africaines. Lorsque Vicky leur suggère d’organiser une vente d’artisanat, les filles sont ravies. Voici l’occasion donnée aux Brownies de devenir créatives!

This attractive series retells some of Shakespeare''s most popular and well-known plays, with lively illustrations and contemporary language to make the stories accessible to young readers.

Faites la connaissance de Katie, Ellie, Charlie, Jamila et Grace. Elles sont cinq meilleures amies qui viennent juste de devenir membre des Brownies! C’est le moment du spectacle et de la soirée pyjama annuels des Brownies. Les filles sont super excitées! Elles vont d’abord monter un spectacle pour leurs parents et amis, puis passer la nuit dans la salle des Brownies. Les filles commencent à répéter leurs présentations avec frénésie mais le soir du spectacle, les choses ne se passent pas tout à fait comme prévu...

Faites la connaissance de Katie, Ellie, Charlie, Jamila et Grace. Elles sont cinq meilleures amies qui viennent tout juste de devenir des Brownies! Noël s’en vient et les premières Brownies de Badenbridge se mettent dans l’ambiance des Fêtes! Avec des chants à chanter au marché de Noël et des cadeaux du Père Noël à fabriquer, les filles se préparent avec ardeur à répandre la joie de Noël. En plus, Grace participera au spectacle local de cette année et ses amies sont impatientes de la voir sur scène. Mais si seulement il pouvait neiger...

Romeo and Juliet were never meant to fall in love: their families are at war and they are forbidden to meet! Yet, the star-crossed lovers cannot bear to be apart and will do whatever it takes to be together... Series description: This series retells some of Shakespeare''s most well-loved plays in a fun and accessible way. Illustrations throughout the book offer a visual dynamic to young readers, which brings the stories to life and captivates their imagination. Available in this series: Macbeth, Plaisted/Shimony, 978-1-60992-239-9; A Midsummer Night''s Dream, Plaisted/Shimony, 978-1-60992-237-5; Romeo and Juliet, Plaisted/Shimony, 978-1-60992-236-8; The Tempest, Plaisted/Shimony, 978-1-60992-238-2.

Apart from Amaryllis, the Flowerdew family is seriously uncool. Things even manage to go from bad to worse. Her Dad wins a major competition with a painting of a naked lady who resembles Amaryllis''s mum. How can any self-respecting teenager-to-be cope with this kind of humiliation?

Three witches predict that Lord Macbeth will become King of Scotland, and then lose the throne. The first prediction quickly comes true... But what fate awaits Lord and Lady Macbeth in this tale of ambition, power and deceit?Series descriptionThis series retells some of Shakespeare''s most well-loved plays in a fun and accessible way. Illustrations throughout the book offer a visual dynamic to young readers, which brings the stories to life and captivates their imagination.Available in this series:Macbeth Plaisted/Shimony 978-1-60992-239-9A Midsummer Night''s Dream Plaisted/Shimony 978-1-60992-237-5Romeo and Juliet Plaisted/Shimony 978-1-60992-236-8The Tempest Plaisted/Shimony 978-1-60992-238-2

Young ballet fans should love these stories, whether they are already budding young prima ballerinas, or still dreaming of owning their first ballet shoes. The book includes approximately 15 stories and is illustrated in black and white.