{"title":"Julie Sykes","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"unicorn-academy-where-magic-happens-12-books-collection-julie-sykes-paperback","title":"Unicorn Academy: Where Magic Happens by Julie Sykes 12 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSophia and Rainbow\u003cbr\u003e\nScarlett and Blaze\u003cbr\u003e\nAva and Star\u003cbr\u003e\nIsabel and Cloud\u003cbr\u003e\nLayla and Dancer\u003cbr\u003e\nOlivia and Snowflake\u003cbr\u003e\nRosa and Crystal\u003cbr\u003e\nAriana and Whisper\u003cbr\u003e\nMatilda and Pearl\u003cbr\u003e\nFreya and Honey\u003cbr\u003e\nViolet and Twinkle\u003cbr\u003e\nIsla and Buttercup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Nosy Crow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStep into Unicorn Academy: Where Magic Happens, a beloved series by Julie Sykes that brings together twelve heartwarming adventures in one paperback collection. Each story follows a new student at the magical school on Unicorn Island as she forms a lifelong bond with her own unicorn partner. From Sophia and Rainbow to Isla and Buttercup, these gentle tales blend friendship, teamwork, and everyday courage, with sparkling illustrations that bring the school to life. Ideal for young readers building independent reading confidence, this set offers a satisfying journey through Unicorn Island, perfect for bedtime, classroom shelves, or a rainy afternoon with a book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUnicorn Academy: Where Magic Happens is set on an enchanted island where girls train alongside their very own unicorns, learning that true magic grows out of friendship, honesty, and hard work. Each of the twelve books introduces a new student and her unicorn companion, pairing them up to navigate everyday school life, from first-day nerves to friendly rivalries and unexpected mishaps. Author Julie Sykes gives every duo its own personality: Sophia and Rainbow bring warmth and steadiness, Scarlett and Blaze bring mischief and energy, while Ariana and the shy Whisper explore what it takes to earn quiet trust. Running through every story is a reassuring message that mistakes are part of learning, and that kindness and teamwork can turn a tricky day around. Illustrations appear throughout, bringing Unicorn Island, its rainbow-maned unicorns, and its cast of young riders vividly to life for readers moving beyond picture books into chapter books of their own. Because each title stands on its own while contributing to the same shared world, children can read the twelve books in any order, dip in and out, or work straight through the set to watch the whole academy come together. The manageable chapter lengths, warm humor, and accessible vocabulary make these stories ideal for shared reading time, independent practice, or a bedtime chapter together. Collected in one paperback set, this series offers hours of confidence-building reading and a wonderful introduction to one of the most popular unicorn series for young fans of friendship stories, animal companions, and gentle school adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete 12-book paperback collection of Unicorn Academy: Where Magic Happens by Julie Sykes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach story follows a new girl-and-unicorn pairing, so the set can be read in any order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm, confidence-building themes of friendship, kindness, and teamwork throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessible chapter-book format ideal for readers moving beyond picture books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharming illustrations bring Unicorn Island and its unicorn cast to life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, or building a classroom or home library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSophia and Rainbow — Sophia begins her Unicorn Academy journey, discovering the magical bond that forms between a new student and her unicorn partner.\u003cbr\u003e\nScarlett and Blaze — Scarlett learns patience and responsibility as she works to channel Blaze's playful, energetic spirit into teamwork.\u003cbr\u003e\nAva and Star — Ava finds her courage alongside Star, facing school challenges that call for empathy and perseverance.\u003cbr\u003e\nIsabel and Cloud — Isabel helps Cloud master a tricky new skill, showing how steady practice and cooperation build confidence.\u003cbr\u003e\nLayla and Dancer — Layla and Dancer's curiosity leads them into a lesson about trusting instincts and solving problems together.\u003cbr\u003e\nOlivia and Snowflake — Olivia and Snowflake's gentle friendship grows through small acts of care and creative thinking.\u003cbr\u003e\nRosa and Crystal — Rosa and Crystal take on a classroom challenge that highlights leadership and sharing ideas as a team.\u003cbr\u003e\nAriana and Whisper — Ariana forms a special bond with the shy Whisper, learning what it means to earn quiet trust.\u003cbr\u003e\nMatilda and Pearl — Matilda and Pearl navigate a new academy adventure that tests loyalty and quick thinking.\u003cbr\u003e\nFreya and Honey — Freya and Honey work through a misunderstanding, learning how honesty strengthens friendship.\u003cbr\u003e\nViolet and Twinkle — Violet and Twinkle discover that even small unicorns can make a big difference with courage and heart.\u003cbr\u003e\nIsla and Buttercup — Isla and Buttercup round out the collection with a heartwarming lesson in confidence and belonging at Unicorn Academy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJulie Sykes is a British children's author known for her warm, animal-centered storytelling and her long-running popularity with young readers. She is the creator of the Unicorn Academy series, published by Nosy Crow, which follows a group of girls and their unicorn companions through friendship, courage, and school adventures on a magical island. Sykes has written across several beloved children's series featuring animals, drawing on gentle humor and relatable emotional themes to help young readers build both reading confidence and empathy. Her warm-hearted style has made her a favorite for children moving from picture books into early chapter books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis complete Unicorn Academy set delivers twelve magical, friendship-filled stories in one convenient paperback collection. It's an ideal gift for birthdays, holiday stockings, back-to-school reading, or a summer reading challenge, and a lovely addition to any classroom library. 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This five-book paperback collection by Julie Sykes, illustrated throughout by Sam Loman, follows Katie and her feline friends through cozy forests, a grand ball, a snowy holiday, a royal wedding, and a new baby's arrival. Written by the creator of Unicorn Academy (now on Netflix), each short-chapter story blends gentle humor, kitten care, and palace life into comforting adventures. Perfect for newly independent readers moving into chapter books, this set makes a lovely gift or bedtime read for animal-loving kids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAcross all five stories, young readers follow Princess Katie as she cares for a growing family of playful kittens amid the sparkle of Starlight Palace. In Pixie at the Palace, Katie discovers a litter of kittens in the forest and must help track one down when it wanders off. Bella at the Ball finds a curious kitten causing havoc during preparations for a royal ball, while Suki in the Snow sees a stowaway kitten join Katie on a wintry holiday. Poppy and the Prince brings excitement as the palace prepares for a royal wedding, and Ruby and the Royal Baby closes the set with the kingdom buzzing over the Queen's new arrival. Each book stands on its own but shares a warm throughline of friendship, gentle responsibility, and the everyday joys of looking after kittens. Sam Loman's black-and-white illustrations bring Starlight Palace and its kittens to life on nearly every page, while short chapters and simple vocabulary make the series accessible for children just moving on from early readers. Each title also includes fun kitten-care facts, adding a light educational touch alongside the storytelling. Fans of princess stories and animal tales will find plenty to love as Katie's world of ballgowns, snowy peaks, and royal celebrations unfolds one chapter at a time. The consistent cast and setting make the five books easy to enjoy in any order, though reading them in sequence lets fans follow the full arc from a litter of stray kittens to a growing royal household.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete 5-book paperback set following Princess Katie and her kittens through five charming adventures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by Julie Sykes, the creator of Unicorn Academy, now streaming on Netflix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort chapters and gentle vocabulary ideal for readers ages 6-8 (Grades 1-3) moving into chapter books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharming black-and-white illustrations throughout by Sam Loman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes fun kitten-care facts alongside each story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA great gift for birthdays, holidays, or building a home or classroom library for animal-loving kids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPixie at the Palace — Princess Katie discovers a litter of kittens in the forest and must help find one that has gone missing.\u003cbr\u003e\nBella at the Ball — A mischievous kitten causes playful chaos as Starlight Palace prepares for a grand royal ball.\u003cbr\u003e\nSuki in the Snow — A curious kitten secretly joins Princess Katie on a snowy mountain holiday.\u003cbr\u003e\nPoppy and the Prince — The palace buzzes with excitement as preparations begin for a royal wedding.\u003cbr\u003e\nRuby and the Royal Baby — The whole kingdom celebrates as Princess Katie and her friends await the arrival of the Queen's new baby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJulie Sykes is a bestselling British children's author known for her warm, animal-centered storytelling, including the popular Unicorn Academy series, now adapted for Netflix. She has written numerous books for young readers, several of which have won or been shortlisted for awards. The Princess Katie's Kittens series showcases her gift for blending gentle adventure with relatable themes of friendship and responsibility. Illustrator Sam Loman brings the series to life with expressive, playful artwork that captures the sparkle of palace life and the personality of each kitten, making the books as fun to look at as they are to read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSweet, funny, and easy to read, this five-book set is a delightful pick for a birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, or summer reading bundle. 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This paperback collection gathers twelve full-length Unicorn Academy: Where Magic Happens stories by Julie Sykes, plus the bonus World Book Day mini book, My Secret Unicorn Diary. Each short chapter book follows a new student and her unicorn as they face friendship troubles, hidden talents, and gentle academy mysteries, while learning teamwork and self-belief. Bright covers, easy vocabulary, and fast-moving plots make this a wonderful bundle for newly confident readers and classroom shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWelcome to Unicorn Island, home to Unicorn Academy, a school where students train alongside their very own unicorn partners. Julie Sykes's Where Magic Happens series follows a rotating cast of first-year riders, each paired with a unicorn whose personality and magical gift mirrors something the girl needs to learn about herself. Across these twelve full-length stories, readers meet quieter unicorns who calm anxious riders, fast unicorns who teach patience, and gentle unicorns who reward careful listening. Every book stands on its own, so young readers can start anywhere in the set and still follow the emotional arc from nervous newcomer to confident academy student. Familiar academy settings, like the stables, the meadow, and the training paddocks, recur throughout, giving the collection a cozy, consistent world even as the featured pairs change from book to book. Themes of courage, honesty, patience, and teamwork run through every adventure, alongside just enough gentle peril, a lost unicorn, a stormy night, a tricky rescue, to keep pages turning without feeling scary for younger readers. Rounding out the set is the special World Book Day mini book, My Secret Unicorn Diary, a first-person diary that lets fans peek further into academy life between the main stories. Short chapters, large type, and frequent illustrations make every title approachable for developing readers, while the recurring cast and setting reward kids who want to read the whole set in order. 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She is the author of the Unicorn Academy: Where Magic Happens books, which follow a rotating cast of riders and their unicorn partners on magical Unicorn Island. Sykes has written across several popular children's series over her career, developing a reputation for gentle, confidence-building stories that pair emotional growth with fast-paced, easy-to-follow plots. Her Unicorn Academy books are illustrated by Lucy Truman and published by UK children's publisher Nosy Crow, and the series has gone on to inspire a Netflix television adaptation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis bundle delivers thirteen books of unicorn magic in one easy paperback set, perfect for a birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, or new classroom library addition. 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