The Boy In The Dress (For 9+ Readers)

The Boy in The Dress, David Walliams' debut novel, illustrated by Quentin Blake, was released in 2008. It is about Dennis, a neglected 12-year-old boy who lives in a boring house in a boring street in a boring town. But he's about to find out that when you open your mind, life becomes anything but boring. He is going to dress like a girl and to see the world in a different way. This lively and heartwarming story celebrating difference makes readers laugh out loud. From his first book, Time Out remarked that it "has a lovely Dahlian fluency to it". It is not surprising that with each new publication he is being compared to Roald Dahl and it being called "a new Roald Dahl" by The Times.

Mr. Stink (For 9+ Readers)

Mr. Stink, also by illustrated by Quentin Blake, is a highly original story about Chloe, a very lonely but kind12-year-old girl who befriends Mr. Stink, a tramp in the neighborhood. She even hides him in her garden shed when he need a place to stay, little does she know what it will lead to – both of them being in the limelight when he is used by her hypocritical Mum in her campaign for MP. . This comical and touching story makes a delightful read for both boys and girls.

Billionaire Boy (For 9+ Readers)

Billionaire Boy, illustrated by Tony Ross, is a story about Joe Spud, the richest 12-year-old in the world. His father gives him everything he could ever want: his own Formula One racing car, a thousand pairs of trainers, 8 billion pounds, even an orangutan for a butler, but there is just one thing he really needs: a friend. He and his Dad find out that in the end money cannot buy everything – certainly not a friend and a cuddle. Full of humour and inventiveness, the many situations that Joe is in and the amazing things that are bestowed on him will fill readers with wonder.

Gangsta Granny (For 9+ Readers)

In Gangsta Granny, illustrated by Tony Ross, Ben thinks that his grandma is a real bore until he finds out that she was once the most wanted jewel thief in the world!  The two work together on the most daring robbery the world has ever known – the Crown jewels at the Tower of London! This is a hilarious story but it also conveys an emotional message of prejudice and acceptance which is truly touching. Gangsta Granny was shortlisted for The Red House Children's Book Award 2012 and for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize 2012.

Ratburger (For 9+ Readers)

Ratburger, the fifth David Walliams novel doesn't disappoint, it is hilarious, action-packed and touching. As with the other main characters in previous books, Zoe has a miserable life. Her stepmother Sheila treats her badly and she is bullied in school by Tina Trotts, What's more, now the evil Burt from Burt's Burgers is after her pet rat! And guess what he wants to do with it? The clue is in the title of this book… Oh, no! The wickedly funny book with an excellent plot is especially great to get even reluctant readers into reading. They will love the adventures as well as the sometimes gory details and can't wait to find out it how it will end! The book won the National Book Tokens Children's Book of the Year 2012.

Demon Dentist (For 9+ Readers)

None of us likes going to the dentist, do we? How would you feel if the tooth you put under the pillow for the tooth fairy turns into something other than the magic coin you might have expected to replace it when you wake up in the morning? A dead slug, a live spider or something totally unexpected instead? In Demon Dentist something is very wrong. Evil is at work. Who's behind it? In the author's own words, "Demon Dentist is my very first horror story, with an unspeakably evil villainess at its centre. I hope children of all ages will love the new book's combination of chills, action and of course comedy." The book is National Book Award's Children's Book of the Year 2013. (* Demon Dentist is one of the titles selected for Blooming Club's Book Sharing by Jan Mann on 5 April 2014.)

The Slightly Annoying Elephant (For 3+ Readers)

The Slightly Annoying Elephant is David Walliams' first picture book and he is delighting his loyal fans as the readership is now extended to young children! One day Sam opens his door to an unexpected guest, an enormous blue elephant from Africa - one that he has supposedly adopted but had not expected to actually turn up on his doorstep! What follows is a series of nightmares that are more than slightly annoying! Tony Ross' gorgeous illustrations have completely captured the humour in the chaos created by this big, blue bossy elephant! Young children are sure to roar with laughter.  After reading this book to their children, parents will never forget to read the tiny print on any document they are about to sign to avoid the same mistake that Sam has made!