Stories of Unicorns

by Rosie Dickins

Published 1 June 2006
Three original stories based on traditional myths surrounding the ever-alluring unicorn. Meet the unicorn who befriends a kitchen maid, the unicorn who outwits a greedy hunter and the unicorn who simply loves strawberries. Beautifully illustrated to evoke all the magic of these beautiful animals. Part of Young Reading Series 1 for children just starting to read alone. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University.

The Runaway Princess

by Rosie Dickins

Published 1 June 2013
A beautiful retelling of the classic French fairytale based on Cinderella, specially written for children just beginning to read. Princess Anna doesn’t want to get married, so she runs away, disguised under a donkeyskin cloak. Where will she go and can she make her own happy ending? Accompanied by enchanting illustrations on every page. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme, developed in conjunction with reading experts at Roehampton University.

Stories of Ponies

by Rosie Dickins

Published 1 January 2006
Three original pony tales for children who are just beginning to learn how to read. Meet a pony who is scared of loud noises, a pony who is always making mischief and a small Shetland who is about to make a big delivery… Colourfully illustrated by Peter Kavanagh. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

The Monkey King

by Rosie Dickins

Published 30 March 2007
A re-telling of the traditional Chinese fable for children just beginning to read. When the Monkey King angers the Emperor of Heaven, he is set a task by Buddha to determine whether he is to be punished or not. Will he pass or will he fail? Featuring the charismatic illustrations of Germano Ovani. Usborne Young Reading has been developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University.