Martha loves birds, so one day when she meets and makes friends with a Dodo, a species supposed to be extinct, in the woods behind her house, she resolves to keep him secret to keep him safe--but sometimes it is hard to keep a big secret.

SUMMER HOLIDAYS = BORING! And Danny's dreading another one at his gran's. He's desperate for action, fun and adventure! And this year – amazingly and unbelievably – he gets it all, when he finds a dodo on a tiny island. A what? Yes! This is going to be the wildest summer holiday ever! (It might even be more than he can handle.) Are you in? A hilarious tale of wish fulfilment gone wrong that every child will relate to – perfect for fans of Pamela Butchart, My Brother Is a Superhero and David Baddiel's The Parent Agency.

Sequel to: There's a dinosaur on the 13th floor.

Welcome, dear reader, to the enchanting world of Dodo Returns, a delightful children’s book by the imaginative Dandy Ahuruonye. Prepare to embark on a whimsical journey that promises to tickle your fancy and ignite your sense of wonder. This is not just a story; it’s an adventure that flutters on the wings of creativity and soars into the realms of the extraordinary. Imagine, if you will, a time long ago when the dodo, a charming and curious bird, roamed the idyllic island of Mauritius. The dodo, with its plump body and endearing waddle, was a creature of pure joy, untroubled by predators and content with its simple life of munching on fruits and nuts. Alas, the dodo’s tale took a tragic turn, and it vanished into the annals of history, leaving behind only whispers of its existence. But what if the dodo could return? What if, through the marvels of modern science and the boundless imagination of a young boy named Nakike, the dodo could once again grace our world? Enter Dodo Returns, a tale that bridges the gap between the past and the present, the real and the fantastical. Nakike, a boy with a heart full of dreams and a mind brimming with curiosity, embarks on a secret project that defies the ordinary. In his hidden laboratory, he breathes life into a new dodo, a creature not just of feathers and bones, but of vibrant colours and melodious tunes. This is no ordinary dodo; this is Dodo 2.0, a bird reimagined for a new era, with a personality as lively as a summer’s day and a spirit as free as the wind. Yet, Dodo 2.0 is not content with merely existing. It yearns to soar, to feel the rush of air beneath its wings, to explore the world beyond the confines of Nakike’s lab. And so begins a tale of friendship and adventure, as Nakike and his feathered companion navigate the challenges of a world that is both wondrous and perilous. Ahuruonye’s prose dances off the page, weaving a tapestry of words that is both witty and poetic. His storytelling is a masterclass in charm, drawing readers young and old into a narrative that is as heartwarming as it is thrilling. The book is a celebration of nature, a call to cherish and protect the wonders of our world, and a reminder that even the most fantastical dreams can come true with a little bit of ingenuity and a lot of heart. So, dear reader, why wait? Dive into the pages of Dodo Returns and let Nakike and Dodo 2.0 take you on an unforgettable journey. This is a book that promises laughter, excitement, and a touch of wonder. It’s a story that will leave you with a smile on your face and a song in your heart. Get your copy today and let the adventure begin!

In this action-packed thriller, a Harvard theology professor uncovers religious and papal history—and plenty of conspiracy. Cal Donovan, a theology professor at Harvard, receives an urgent message from a former graduate student, Samia Tedros. Now a museum conservator in Cairo, Samia has discovered a miraculous fragment of papyrus with three unknown lines from the Gospel of Mary Magdalene so explosive that a wealthy man is willing to kill to ensure no one ever sees it. At the Vatican, another drama is developing. The new Pope has defied centuries of tradition and appointed a nun, Sister Elisabetta Celestino, as his secretary of state. Powerful insiders are outraged that a woman now sits as the second most influential person at the Vatican, and they plot to destroy her. When Samia shows up at Cal’s doorstep in the dead of night, he is drawn into a deadly competition to possess a papyrus with the power to rescue Sister Elisabetta and change the course of Christianity.

A man is murdered in broad daylight by a stealthy killer in this pitch-perfect WWII crime mystery. September 1939. Inspector Betty Church – one of the few female officers on the force – has arrived from London to fill a vacancy at Sackwater police station. But Betty isn't new here. This is the place she grew up. The place she thought she'd left for good. After a slow start, Betty's called to the train station to investigate a stolen bench. But though there's no bench, there is a body. A smartly dressed man, murdered in broad daylight, with two distinctive puncture wounds in his throat. While the locals gossip about the Suffolk Vampire, Betty Church steels herself to hunt a dangerous killer. Reviews for BETTY CHURCH AND THE SUFFOLK VAMPIRE: 'Betty Church is a wonderful creation... Had me laughing out loud' GOODREADS. 'I loved this... A cast of crazy characters, with a gruesome murder or two thrown in for good measure' GOODREADS. 'Loved Betty Church! No nonsense, in control with quirky crazy cast makes this a new series I can't wait to read more of' GOODREADS.

Viktor Brandewyne finds himself tasked with finding the most flighty of the Sisters of Power. He tracks her from New England to the ends of the earth. She sets him the task of retrieving three things as the price for a portion of her magic: a dragon's egg, a dodo's egg, and a drop of blood from the Daughter of the Dragon, one of the few beings capable of killing him. Lady Carpathia has her own agenda concerning Viktor. Though she comes to realize just how dangerous he is, she still hopes to seduce and use him to overthrow her master before she ultimately destroys the pirate-turned-vampire. Fraught with danger, Viktor's chances of surviving this quest are almost as slim as those of him completing it. How can he acquire the eggs of a mythical beast or of a creature that has been extinct for nearly a century?