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Terence Blacker
Terence Blacker spent much of the time he should have been
studying at university riding racehorses.
However, he never became a professional jockey.
Instead, he worked in publishing for ten years before becoming a
full-time writer in 1983. Since then he has become a prolific
writer for adults and children, and is probably best known for his
Ms Wiz books for younger readers about the adventures of an
eccentric teacher.
Terence is passionate about football and he has
written several stories in Hotshots, a series about an all-girl
football team, as well as The Transfer, a football story for
boys.
Terence writes a weekly column in The Independent.
The Angel Factory
When Thomas opens a secret file on his father's computer he discovers that in his perfect world nothing and no one is what they seem. Bravely he sets out to discover the truth about his 'perfect' family - a truth that can only be uncovered in the Angel Factory. (11+)
Published by Macmillan Children's Books
The Great Denture Adventure
When Grandma lets out a strangled shriek her false teeth fly straight out of the window. Can Tom and Jane get them back? First a seagull picks them up, and then they clamp themselves to a passing jogger. The teeth are on the loose and moving fast… (8+)
Published by Macmillan Children's Books
Homebird
Nicky's parents are ambitious for him. Sent off to boarding school to get a good education, Nicky is soon on the run. Trying to make sense of the world, he joins a group of squatters who seem to offer him the freedom he craves. But soon his life is slipping out of control. Will he ever reach home again? The story of Nicky's survival is thrilling. (8+)
Published by Macmillan Children's Books
Ms Wiz and the Sister of Doom
Ms Wiz is no ordinary teacher, that's for sure. Indeed, strange things always seem to happen in her classroom. One Friday the 13th there's a new arrival at St Barnabas School. She looks like Ms Wiz and she sounds like Ms Wiz, but from then on things start to go badly wrong. (8+)
Published by Macmillan Children's Books
The Transfer
Stanley has two passions: computers and football. Suddenly, when a computer-generated footballer appears on the screen, the two seem to become fused together and begin to take over Stanley's life. But who is the mystery player, and can Stanley extract himself safely? (10+)
Published by Macmillan Children's Books
Ms Wiz Millionaire
Ms Wiz is back in a new role. Life is a bit boring so Ms Wiz opts for a bit of detective work - which is just what St Barnabas School needs. Can Ms Wiz solve the problem of the disappearances from the school? Is she right that the culprit is little Kevin Lightly in Year One? Another fantastic, magical adventure. (8+)
Published by Macmillan Children's Books
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