Stories for the Summer - Mairi Mackinnon, Rob Lloyd Jones, Rose Hall, Usborne Publishing Ltd

Twenty all-new stories of summertime, full of adventure, fun and a generous pinch of magic. A mermaid who struggles with singing finds her true gift, an ice-cream seller finds a book of magical recipes, a boy decides to set a world record, any world record, to save his friends' kickabout space, and a family of vampires accidentally book a holiday to Rome. Beautifully descriptive language, pacy stories and lively illustrations make for a deliciously moreish collection, perfect for encouraging developing and newly-confident readers.&quot,A book to treasure - every story is a gem.&quot,Natasha Farrant, Costa Children's Book Award winner.