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Wicked Poems

Wicked Poems more books like this

by Roger McGough (Editor), Neal Layton (Illustrator)

A superb anthology of poems selected by the keenly wicked eye of Roger McGough. Poems from Jo Shapcott, Benjamin Zephaniah, Carol Ann Duffy, Shel Silverstein all jostle places with poems from new talent. A brilliant collection that takes wicked at all levels, from cheeky to naughty, from wild to exuberant, to dowright, pure, evil...Wicked! 'An ...

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The way things are

The way things are more books like this

by Roger McGough

In his first new book since "Defying Gravity" in 1993, Roger McGough mixes surreal nonsense with gentle humour.

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Until I Met Dudley: How Everyday Things Really Work

Until I Met Dudley: How Everyday Things Really Work more books like this

by Roger McGough, Chris Riddell (Illustrator)

Have you ever wondered how a toaster works? Or a fridge-freezer, or a washing-up machine? In this book, Dudley, the techno-wizard dog, takes you through the processes behind familiar machines.

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Sky in the Pie

Sky in the Pie more books like this

by Roger McGough

Waiter, there's a sky in my pie! Roger McGough has cooked up a delicious feast of poems. This spicy collection contains only the finest ingredients - wit, sparkle and thought-provoking insight from a very superior source. Get ready to have your tastebuds tickled! Warning: some poems will make you choke with laughter, some need to be chewed very ...

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Defying gravity

Defying gravity more books like this

by Roger McGough

In this evocative and personal collection of poems, Roger McGough comes to terms with painful memories as well as confronting fears that are universal. Here he remembers his father in "Squaring Up" and "Alphabet Soup"; observes the eccentricities of contemporary life in "The City of London Tour"; gives insights into human feeling with the surreal ...

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Bad, bad cats more books like this

by Roger McGough, Lydia Monks

A collection of poems from Roger McGough, featuring a series of poems about the exploits of some gangster cats, and verse based on "Carnival of the Animals" by Saint Saens.

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The Kingfisher book of comic verse

The Kingfisher book of comic verse more books like this

by Roger McGough, Caroline Holden

This lively collection of poems should raise a giggle and a smile from any child with a sense of fun. Poets as such Hilaire Belloc and Philip Larkin, Wendy Cope and Spike Milligan ponder themes including families, creatures, learning and food, with some cautionary advice thrown in for good measure.

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Said and Done

Said and Done more books like this

by Roger McGough

Roger McGough is one of Britain's best-loved poets, and something of a national institution. His name is ubiquitous with matter-of-fact Scouse humor, easy-going charm, and perfect observations of the idiosyncrasies of everyday life, whether you know him from his poetry, or from his regular broadcasts on television or radio. Roger first rose to ...

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You tell me : poems

You tell me : poems more books like this

by Roger McGough, Michael Rosen

A collection of largely humorous poems by two well-known poets, intended principally for the 12-14 age group and many reflecting school experiences.

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The Kingfisher book of comic verse

The Kingfisher book of comic verse more books like this

by Caroline Holden, Roger McGough

Of this book Morag Styles and Pat Triggs wrote in the BFK Guide to Poetry: "This really is a fabulous book, comic verse at its best. McGough doesn't take a crude or simplistic view of humour: there are poems which give you a good belly laugh; but many others surprise, provoke or quietly amuse. Rich in content and illustration, Caroline Holden ...

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Dotty Inventions: And Some Real Ones Too

Dotty Inventions: And Some Real Ones Too more books like this

by Roger McGough, Holly Swain (Illustrator)

Find out all about how everyday things were invented, in this fascinating mix of fantasy and science! Eccentric inventor Professor Dorothy Dabble sets off to London with Digby her pet robot, to enter a competition for the best invention. On the way, they discover that the parachute was invented by Blanchard and his parachuting dog; that frisbees ...

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Pillow talk : a book of poems more books like this

by Roger McGough, Steven Guarnaccia

Wouldn't it be funny if you didn't have a nose? The brilliant and clever Roger McGough asks this and other important questions in this marvellous collection. He also tells you exactly when to cut your fingernails, how to have a real pillow fight and what happens when a burp escapes!

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An imaginary menagerie. more books like this

by Roger McGough, Tony Blundell

Well, you've probably never seen a yak in a yashmak, a canary gone hairy or a catapillow either. Roger McGough's highly inventive "Imaginary Menagerie" is the perfect place to find these and lots more amazing creatures, from a brushbaby living under the stairs to a nightingale spending a night in jail. You'll never again come across a collection ...

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The big book of little poems more books like this

by Roger McGough

Roger McGough has teamed up with people as diverse as Billy Connolly, Quentin Blake and the Prime Minister, to create a unique collection of poetry for children of all ages - poems that are funny, sad, strange, amazing, but above all, short.'

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Selected Poems more books like this

by Roger McGough

A collection of poems including twenty from "The Mersey Sound", with which the poet made his name in the Liverpool of the Sixties. Further works tackle everything from burgeoning vegetarianism to the Presidential garden party and student life at the union bar.

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Sporting relations more books like this

by Roger McGough

A collection of humorous poems about various imaginary members of the poet's family and in particular their sporting talents and interests. Featured in the book are pole-vaulters, fox-hunters, self-defence practitioners and Birmingham-based matadors, as well as lovers of more traditional sports.

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Moonthief more books like this

by Roger McGough, Penny Dann (Illustrator)

Bobby the bear so wants to impress his love, Betty, that he takes the moon from the sky for her. What will Betty do with her unusual gift? Color illustrations accompany the text.

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The ring of words : an anthology of poetry for children more books like this

by Roger McGough, Satoshi Kitamura

Drawing on classic and contemporary poets, this varied anthology aims to provide an introduction to the pleasures of reading poetry. The selected poems are, in one way or another, about growing up: placing ourselves in the world around us and discovering the imaginative world in our own heads.

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The Bee's Knees (Puffin Poetry)

by Roger McGough

This is a brilliant collection of brand-new poems from 'the patron saint of poetry'. Longer, narrative poems sit comfortably with Roger McGough's sharper observations and insightful words in this collection, perfectly illustrated in black-and-white line by Helen Stephens.

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Melting into the foreground more books like this

by Roger McGough

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The New Testament Epistles: Early Christian Wisdom more books like this

by John Drane (Introduction by), Roger McGough (Foreword by)

The earliest of all Christian writings, the letters written by apostles guide and encourage believers through the teachings of Jesus. Arranged here in their probable order of composition are all the epistles of the New Testament, with an abridgement of The Acts of the Apostles serving as a prologue. Each epistle is accompanied by a helpful ...

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What on Earth Can It Be? more books like this

by Roger McGough, Lydia Monks (Illustrator)

Clever die-cuts on each page of this board book encourage young readers to ponder different shapes and the objects they could be. A simple turn of the page reveals the very unexpected answers throughout this unique guessing-game fantasy. Full-color illustrations.

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Bear Stories: Threadbear, One Bear at Bedtime, Bear more books like this

by Mick Inkpen, Joss Ackland (Read by), Roger McGough (Read by)

Three of Mick Inkpen's warm and witty storybooks: "Threadbear" - read by Joss Ackland "One Bear at Bedtime" - read Roger McGough "Bea" - read by Martin Clunes

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The Kingfisher Book of Funny Poems more books like this

by Roger McGough, Caroline Holden (Illustrator)

Over 200 poems dapple the pages of this British import, many of them by editor McGough. Also features poems by Spike Milligan, Ogden Nash, and Jack Prelutsky.

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More Funny Stories more books like this

by Adam Stower (Illustrator), Roger McGough (Selected by)

The British poet and famed Lothario of laughter has compiled a new collection of rib-tickling selections from funny writers, including Allen Ahlberg, Judy Blume, and Jon Scieszka. Illustrations.

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