The Cloud Thief

The Cloud Thief

Paperback original

Paperback (14 Mar 2024)

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Publisher's Synopsis

 

A gorgeously cosy fantasy novel from the acclaimed author of The Apprentice Witch series and The Spell Tailors - perfect for fans of Studio Ghibli and Diana Wynne Jones.

Mara's village needs more rain. Without it, the crops and animals will suffer. 

But in a world where clouds are brought and sold, the only way Mara can get one is to steal it. But when is it right to do something wrong?

And is she brave enough to take on the cloud makers and their greedy trade?

  • A spellbinding new fantasy from the acclaimed author of the Apprentice Witch trilogy and The Spell Tailors
  • Set in a unique magical world, where clouds are made, bought, and sold
  • For fans of Studio Ghibli and Diana Wynne Jones - with an eco twist!
  • Explores important themes such as climate change, animal rights and inequality in an engaging child-friendly and accessible way

PRAISE FOR THE APPRENTICE WITCH

'Reminded me of the best of the Worst Witch books' ABI ELPHINSTONE

'A charming tale of magic, bravery and friendship, reminiscent of Diana Wynne Jones.' GUARDIAN

'Entirely more charming, adventurous, and full of heart than a book has any right to be.' TRENTON LEE STEWART

'A delightful, witty and vivid story' KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE

About the Publisher

Chicken House

Chicken House

Scholastic is an award-winning publisher of original children's books. Scholastic publishes more than 600 new hardcover, paperback, and novelty books each year. The list includes the phenomenally successful publishing properties Harry Potter? and Captain Underpants?, the beloved series Clifford The Big Red Dog?, Goosebumps?, The 39 Clues?, I Spy?, Bone, The Magic School Bus?, Fly Guy, Geronimo Stilton, and The Hunger Games trilogy.

Book information

ISBN: 9781915026491
Publisher: Scholastic
Imprint: Chicken House
Pub date:
Edition: Paperback original
DEWEY: 823.92
DEWEY edition: 23
Number of pages: 291
Weight: 208g
Height: 198mm
Width: 130mm
Spine width: 20mm