Nothing To Be Afraid Of

Jan Mark (author)

Puffin Books, UK: 1977; 119pp

ISBN: 0140313923

Genres: fantasy, humour

Highly Commended for the Carnegie Medal.

This collection of short stories is a gift for the teacher or parent looking for something witty to read in that spare fifteen minutes waiting in the car or at the end of the school day.

A combination of darkly mysterious, slightly mystical or just plain funny in the everyday sense, this collection is stylish and economically crafted. 'William's Version' is a wonderful rendition of the traditional tale of the Three Little Pigs – told as seven-year-old William decides it should proceed. 'Nothing to Be Afraid Of' explores the power and excitement of a vivid imagination. 'Send Three and Fourpence We Are Going to a Dance' is a modern variation of the pass-the-message-to-the-front problem and a good excuse to play Chinese Whispers.

The stories are designed to be read aloud, as you will want to share your enjoyment of their wit and style with your family, students and friends.

Same Author: Dream House; Hairs in the Palm of the Hand; In Black and White; Under the Autumn Garden; The Ennead; Divide and Rule