Reading Age: 8+
Interest age: 10-14
Do you believe in curses? How do they work? Why do people think they exist? From Tutankhamun’s tomb to the Curse of Superman – a fascinating and light-hearted look at lots of curses.
Loved by consultants:
“This was an unusual book, it was scary but I loved it!” Kathryn, aged 9.
Author Biography:
Nicola is an award-winning author of teenage and children’s books, including the critically acclaimed Fleshmarket Close and Sleepwalking.
Both won the Scottish Arts Council Book of the Year. A former English and Special Educational Needs teacher, Nicola founded and ran The Child Literacy Centre. Nicola’s recent book ‘Blame My Brain’ was shortlisted for the Aventis Science Prize. Her most recent book The Highwayman’s Footsteps’ is currently on the shortlist for the Royal Mail Children’s Award.
Publication date: 20th February 2008
ISBN: 978-1-84299-492-4
Pages: 70
Format: 198 x 130mm
Shop Category: Non-Fiction/Books for reluctant readers
