Berlie Doherty

Street Child is the unforgettable tale of an orphan in Victorian London, based on the boy whose plight inspired Dr Barnardo to found his famous children’s homes. When his mother dies, Jim Jarvis is left all alone in London. He is sent to the workhouse but quickly escapes, choosing a hard life on the streets of the city over the...

An unforgettable story of young love and teenage pregnancy; winner of the Carnegie Medal. The moving and very real story of two teenagers and an unplanned pregnancy. It is told from two viewpoints - that of Helen as she writes her thoughts in a series of letters to the unborn baby, the Dear Nobody of the title, and of her...

Street Child by Berlie Doherty is an unforgettable and stirring tale set against the backdrop of Victorian London. The narrative follows the heartrending journey of young Jim Jarvis, a tenacious orphan who finds himself alone in a harsh and unfeeling world. His plight serves as the inspiration for Dr Barnardo's establishment of his renowned children's homes, offering a glimpse into...

Adventure, friendship, treason and betrayal. A dazzling historical novel from the award-winning Berlie Doherty. Treason follows the story of Will Montague, a page to Prince Edward, son of King Henry VIII. As the King's favourite, Will gains many enemies in Court. His enemies convince the King that Will's father has committed treason and he is thrown into Newgate Prison. Will...

A moving tale of friendship and foxes from award-winning author Berlie Doherty, perfect for budding countryside explorers. Bella has a secret – one that she is very good at keeping. That secret is a den hidden on a little muddy hill, wild amid the trees and nestled beside some foxes with a den of their own. But soon the secret...

A spell-binding tale of magic and mysticism for young readers that explores the wonder of nature, from award-winning Berlie Doherty. The Queen of Darkness lives deep underground beneath a mountain with her child, Blue John, a boy she made from the blue of the glacier and the hot yellow light of the sun. Blue John is forbidden to leave his mother's...

Charming countryside tale about the bond between children and animals, perfect for younger fans of Michael Morpurgo. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all. When Joe's teacher announces the new class project will be all about their pets, Joe turns glum – there's no animals allowed in his house. So...