It was a dark and stormy night

adventurous · clever · humorous · imaginative

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What is It was a dark and stormy night about?

Antonio is eight years old and in serious trouble: he has been kidnapped by a band of outlaws and carried to their hideout. To keep them entertained, he begins telling a thrilling story about their adventures. But Antonio invents each twist and turn as he goes, cleverly shaping the tale to help solve his own problem. As the night grows darker and the storm rages outside, his storytelling becomes his best chance of escape. Will his imagination outwit the outlaws?

About the author

Janet Ahlberg was a much-loved British author and illustrator who created stories for children with her husband, Allan Ahlberg. Together, they made many famous books, including 'Each Peach Pear Plum' and 'The Jolly Postman'. Janet’s delightful pictures brought their wonderful stories to life, making them favourites for children all over the UK.