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Jason Banks and the Pumpkin of Doom

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In Jason Banks and the Pumpkin of Doom by Gillian Cross, young Jason Banks stumbles upon a mysterious pumpkin that leads him on a thrilling adventure filled with unexpected challenges. As fantasy and reality blur, Jason must rely on his wit and courage to navigate the perils he faces while uncovering the secrets hidden within this eerie pumpkin. This engaging children's book promises to captivate young readers with its blend of suspense and humour.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This thrilling children's adventure may captivate your imagination if you enjoy stories filled with mystery, excitement, and a hint of the supernatural. With engaging characters and a fast-paced plot, it offers an enticing blend of humour and suspense perfect for young readers seeking an exhilarating journey.

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Jason Banks and the Pumpkin of Doom

A charming and witty tale of bullies, pumpkins and unlikely friendships from award-winning author Gillian Cross.

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A charming and witty tale of bullies, pumpkins and unlikely friendships from award-winning author Gillian Cross.

Jason Banks and the Pumpkin of Doom introduces us to Jason Banks, a notorious bully. No one likes him, and even the teachers are scared of him! It's time that Jason learns a lesson, and he might just meet his match in the strange pumpkin that keeps appearing on his doorstep. Will Jason ever learn the error of his ways? And can he crack the case of the dreaded Pumpkin of Doom?

Particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 8.

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Jason Banks and the Pumpkin of Doom is praised for its humour and cleverness, making it both entertaining and enjoyable. It effectively tackles a serious issue while ensuring the story remains fun. Additionally, this book appeals to a wide range of young readers, including those who may be reluctant to pick up books.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781128138

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 June 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Sarah Horne

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 110g

Pages: 64

About the Author

Gillian Cross has been a successful author for many years. She has won the Carnegie medal, for Wolf; the Smarties Prize and the Whitbread Children’s Novel award, for The Great Elephant Chase and her Demon Headmaster books have been made into successful television series. Gillian Cross is a great supporter of libaries and has served on several national committees and working parties in support of these institutions. She lives in Warwickshire with her husband and family. Sarah Horne is the much loved illustrator of Charlie Changes into a Chicken and hilarious sequels, Charlie Turns into a T-rex and Charlie Morphs into a Mammoth, written by Sam Copeland. She has over fifteen years experience illustrating books for children as well as for magazines and newspapers including the Guardian.

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