{"title":"Richmal Crompton","description":"\u003cp\u003eRichmal Crompton is celebrated for her timeless stories that charm both young and mature readers. Best known for the mischievous adventures of \u003cem\u003eJust William\u003c\/em\u003e, her work captures the spirited imagination and everyday antics of childhood with warmth and wit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond children's tales, Crompton also explores heartfelt themes in her general fiction, offering readers a glimpse into human nature and relationships. Her writing balances humour and insight, making her books enduring favourites across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"just-william-by-richmal-crompton-9781529031843","title":"Just William","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tousle-headed, snub-nosed, hearty, lovable ball of mischief, William Brown has been harassing his unfortunate family and delighting his hundreds of thousands of admirers since 1922.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition features original illustrations by Thomas Henry and a foreword by novelist, dramatist and screenwriter Roddy Doyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJust William\u003c\/em\u003e is Richmal Crompton's first book about the incorrigible William Brown. Follow his adventures from getting over a school teacher crush to a failed attempt at baby-sitting, and from throwing a wild party to meeting his faithful dog Jumble in this hilarious collection of stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48242689409260,"sku":"9781529031843","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529031843-just-william-1.jpg?v=1787975140"},{"product_id":"more-william-by-richmal-crompton-9781529076844","title":"More William","description":"William Brown is back in this 100th anniversary edition of More William, featuring fourteen funny, classic Just William adventures by Richmal Crompton - updated for a new generation of readers. This edition featurres timeless original artwork from Thomas Henry, and an introduction by Martin Jarvis.\n\n'William is as fresh and funny as ever' - Chris Riddell\n\n'Gloriously funny' - Sue Townsend, author of The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13 3\/4\n\nThere is only one William. This tousle-headed, snub-nosed, hearty, lovable ball of mischief has been harassing his unfortunate family and delighting his hundreds of thousands of admirers since 1922.\n\nWilliam Brown and the Outlaws are up to their old tricks with more hilarious mischief, mayhem and muddles. When Aunt Lucy says that 'a busy day is a happy day', William does his best to keep himself very busy indeed. Unfortunately, not everyone appreciates his efforts.\n\nIncluding fourteen fantastic stories, More William is as funny as ever. This delightful children's classic features the original inside illustrations by Thomas Henry.\n\nEnjoy more of William's adventures in Just William, William Again, William the Outlaw and William at Christmas.","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48243198460140,"sku":"9781529076844","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529076844-more-william-1.jpg?v=1787981839"},{"product_id":"william-again-by-richmal-crompton-9781529076899","title":"William Again","description":"William is back and just as mischievous as ever! Dive into this collection of classic adventure stories by Richmal Crompton, featuring the endearing and troublesome William Brown - updated for a new generation of readers. Bursting with fun, adventure and wit, this centenary anniversary edition features Thomas Henry's original inside illustrations and an introduction by Louise Rennison.\n\n'William is as fresh and funny as ever' - Chris Riddell\n\n'Gloriously funny' - Sue Townsend, author of The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13 3\/4\n\nThere is only one William. This tousle-headed, snub-nosed, hearty, lovable ball of mischief has been harassing his unfortunate family and delighting his hundreds of thousands of admirers since 1922.\n\nIn this collection of fourteen stories, William Brown has his sights set on the stage. When William gets to work writing, directing and performing in his very own play, he intends to amaze and impress his audience - whether they like it or not!\n\nEnjoy more of William's adventures in Just William, More William, William the Outlaw and William at Christmas.","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244856586476,"sku":"9781529076899","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529076899-william-again-1.jpg?v=1788019162"},{"product_id":"william-the-outlaw-by-richmal-crompton-9781529076905","title":"William the Outlaw","description":"William Brown returns and is up to his usual tricks in this centenary anniversary edition of William the Outlaw, with ten classic adventure stories by Richmal Crompton - updated for a new generation of readers. Featuring original inside illustrations by Thomas Henry and an introduction by Francesca Simon.\n\n'William is as fresh and funny as ever' - Chris Riddell\n\n'Gloriously funny' - Sue Townsend, author of The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13 ¾\n\nThere is only one William. This tousle-headed, snub-nosed, hearty, lovable imp of mischief has been harassing his unfortunate family and delighting his hundreds of thousands of admirers since 1922.\n\nWilliam and the Outlaws are back and up to no good. In this collection of ten stories, a long-awaited visitor arrives and wants to send William away to boarding school! Luckily, William the noisy, wild and muddy Outlaw always has something up his sleeve. He's not about to let that happen.\n\nEnjoy more of William's adventures in Just William, More William, William Again and William at Christmas.","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244856815852,"sku":"9781529076905","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529076905-william-the-outlaw-1.jpg?v=1788019185"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/richmal-crompton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}