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Maggie Sparks and the secret elf

Name: Maggie Sparks and the secret elf
ISBN: 9781802637472

By Steve Smallman

Book 8 of 9 in the Maggie Sparks series

Maggie’s Christmas turns chaotic when a secret elf and mysterious magic disrupt everything.

magical · funny · mischievous · heart-warming

Genres

Fantasy Humour Friendship/Family

What is Maggie Sparks and the secret elf about?

Maggie Sparks is hoping for the perfect Christmas with her family and Grandad Sparks. But when her irritating cousin Ella arrives, Maggie must share her toys, crafts and even her bedroom. Determined to make the holiday fun again, Maggie decides to use her witchy powers. However, a mysterious secret elf and some unexpected Christmas magic may have other plans. Can Maggie solve the mystery, stop the festive chaos and discover that sharing might be the first step towards making a new friend?

About the author

Steve Smallman is a much-loved British author and illustrator who has written over 100 books for children. He is well known for his funny and heart-warming stories, such as 'Bear's Big Bottom' and 'Poo in the Zoo'. Steve enjoys making children laugh with his imaginative tales and colourful pictures.

Pages

112 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2025

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