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Adapted and illustrated edition of The Nutcracker at easy-to-read level for a new generation of readers aged 7+. One Christmas Eve, Maria and Fred’s mysterious godfather gives them a handsomely decorated nutcracker. When her brother, Fred, breaks the toy, Maria is heartbroken and vows to nurse him back to health. Maria’s nutcracker magically comes to life and leads her on a thrilling, magical adventure where only she can save the hero. She must help the Nutcracker defeat the Mouse King and turn him into his human self. About the Christmas Classics Children's Collection: Ho-Ho-ho! It’s time to find the box of Christmas baubles, eat too many mince pies and leave carrots out for Rudolph! Get in the festive spirit with this eight-book collection of Christmas-themed tales! Do you know the origins of Santa Claus? Perhaps you have forgotten the important lesson that Scrooge must learn. In this collection of classic and new stories, there are no humbugs – just a sprinkle of Christmas magic!

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Gemma Barder lives in Market Harborough, Leicester, with her family and a mischievous cocker spaniel. She started life working in children’s and pre-teen magazines before moving into the world of publishing. She’s now a freelance writer full time and writes activity books, treasuries, novels and storybooks for children, as well as publishing her own magazine. Gemma writes a wide range of children’s books for Sweet Cherry, with more projects in the pipeline. Holly is an illustrator and mural artist living near the sea in Liverpool, UK. She has always loved children’s books and thinks they can be enjoyed by everyone, not just children. Holly has a masters degree in Illustration but has also worked as a bookshop assistant and barista (a fancy name for someone who makes coffee). Holly is vegetarian and loves animals – her favourite animals include cats, dogs and hedgehogs.

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