{"title":"Tim Collins","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"adventures-of-sherlock-bones-5-books-collection-set-tim-collins-ages-7-9-paperback","title":"Adventures of Sherlock Bones by Tim Collins 5 Books Collection Set - Ages 7-9 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Curse of the Pharaoh's Mask\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Mystery of the Vanishing Magician\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Horror of the Haunted Castle\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Mischief in Manhattan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Buster Books\u003cbr\u003eAge Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMeet Sherlock Bones, the world's greatest canine detective, and his clever sidekick Dr. Jane Catson in this five-book paperback set full of puzzles, clues, and laugh-out-loud mystery. From a royal jewel heist to a vanishing magician on a train to Paris, an ancient curse in Egypt, a haunted castle, and a villain terrorizing New York City, each story blends brisk detective plotting with hands-on puzzles like mazes, search-and-finds, and logic conundrums. Written by Tim Collins and illustrated by John Bigwood, this collection is a playful introduction to mystery fiction for young readers who love dogs, riddles, and a good whodunit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis collection gathers all five paperback adventures in the Adventures of Sherlock Bones series, a puzzle-driven mystery world where a canine detective and his loyal partner, Dr. Jane Catson, chase down thieves and tricksters across the globe. The premise stays consistent from book to book: Bones and Catson arrive at a new location, a crime or disappearance throws the local community into chaos, and the pair must gather witness statements, sift misdirection from fact, and work through hands-on puzzles woven directly into the plot. In the first book, a jewel theft at Kennel Palace kicks off the series with a locked-room style investigation. The second book heads to Egypt, where an ancient curse and a stolen pharaoh's mask complicate the case, while the third follows the pair as they track down a magician who vanished without a trace. The fourth book trades sunshine for shadows in a haunted castle setting, and the fifth brings Bones and Catson to New York City to stop a masked villain terrorizing the police. Throughout the set, illustrator John Bigwood's artwork brings each setting and character to life, and the puzzles range from mazes and search-and-finds to logic conundrums and shadow matches. The tone stays light and funny even as the stakes rise, making the reading experience feel like solving a case alongside Bones rather than simply following along. Perfect for kids who love animal characters, gentle humor, and mysteries they can actively participate in, this set rewards close reading and careful thinking book after book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive complete paperback mystery adventures in one collectible set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteractive puzzles — mazes, search-and-finds, and logic conundrums — woven into every story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed illustrations by John Bigwood bring each detective case to life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge-appropriate suspense with a light, funny tone perfect for reluctant and confident readers alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlobe-trotting settings from Kennel Palace to Egypt, a haunted castle, and New York City\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA great gift for birthdays, holidays, back-to-school, or building a classroom library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels — The series opener sends Bones and Dr. Catson hunting for the missing crown jewels of Kennel Palace, sifting suspects and clues to crack the case.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Curse of the Pharaoh's Mask — This Egypt-set adventure has the detective duo unraveling an ancient curse tied to a stolen pharaoh's mask.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Mystery of the Vanishing Magician — Bones and Catson investigate the sudden disappearance of a famous stage magician, following a trail of misdirection and clever clues.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Horror of the Haunted Castle — A spooky castle setting brings ghostly scares and fresh puzzles as the pair investigate strange happenings behind its crumbling walls.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Mischief in Manhattan — The fifth book brings Bones and Catson to New York City, where a masked villain threatens the local police with chaos unless they're stopped in time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTim Collins is originally from Manchester but now lives in London. He is the author of dozens of books for young readers, including Wimpy Vampire, Cosmic Colin, Dorkius Maximus, and the Adventures of Sherlock Bones series. His books have been translated into more than thirty languages, and he has won awards in the UK and Germany, including the Manchester Fiction City award and the Lincolnshire Young People's Book Award. Illustrator John Bigwood brings Bones, Dr. Catson, and every puzzle-filled setting to life with detailed artwork throughout each book, giving readers plenty to search, spot, and solve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis five-book set turns reading into an active adventure, with puzzles, clues, and a wag-worthy detective duo kids won't want to put down. 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From a snow-covered castle to the bustling streets of Manhattan, ancient Egyptian tombs, and beyond, young readers follow the crime-solving duo as they gather clues, question suspects, and crack each case wide open. Written by acclaimed children's author Tim Collins, this series blends laugh-out-loud comedy with genuine detective logic, making it a perfect fit for kids who love mysteries, animal characters, and interactive reading. A fantastic set for classrooms, road trips, or bedtime reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis five-book collection brings together the complete run of Tim Collins's beloved Sherlock Bones mysteries, each one a self-contained case that can be read in any order while still building a shared cast of characters that rewards readers who work through the whole set. Sherlock Bones is a dog with a razor-sharp mind and an unshakable belief in logic over superstition, while his sidekick Dr. Catson brings warmth, humor, and healthy skepticism to every investigation. Together they tackle haunted castles, disappearing magicians, masked criminals, cursed tombs, and jewel heists, always relying on careful observation rather than guesswork to crack the case. Buster Books designed the series with young mystery fans in mind, weaving search-and-find puzzles and logic problems directly into the storytelling so readers become active participants in solving each crime alongside the characters. The humor is gentle and pun-filled, the pacing is brisk, and every book wraps up with a satisfying reveal that rewards attention to detail. Because each title stands on its own, the collection works equally well as a first introduction to detective fiction or as a reward for a reader who wants more. The settings shift dramatically from story to story, giving the series real variety while the core partnership between Bones and Catson stays constant and comforting. Parents and teachers appreciate the confidence-building structure, short chapters, and the way the books quietly encourage logical thinking and careful reading, making this an ideal set for kids transitioning into longer chapter books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete 5-book paperback collection of the Sherlock Bones mystery series by Tim Collins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteractive puzzles, logic problems, and search-and-find elements woven into every story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort chapters and playful humor make it ideal for kids ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach book is a standalone mystery, perfect for reading in or out of order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat gift for birthdays, holidays, or as a classroom library addition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages logical thinking, attention to detail, and a love of detective fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Horror of the Haunted Castle — A wealthy dog's reports of ghostly happenings in a snowbound mountain castle send Bones and Catson hunting for logical explanations behind every spooky clue.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Mystery of the Vanishing Magician — A passenger disappears mid-journey on a train bound for Paris, and the duo must interrogate suspects and untangle alibis to solve the baffling case.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Mischief in Manhattan — A riddle-loving masked mastermind taunts the police across the streets of New York, forcing Bones and Catson into a fast-paced city-wide chase for answers.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Curse of the Pharaoh's Mask — On a Nile cruise, Bones and Catson find themselves the prime suspects in a tomb-robbing mystery and must use logic to clear their names.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels — A daring jewel heist puts Bones and Catson's deductive skills to the ultimate test as they track down the culprit before the trail goes cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTim Collins is a British author originally from Manchester who now lives near Oxford. He has written more than thirty books for children and young readers, including the Wimpy Vampire series, Cosmic Colin, and Dorkius Maximus, alongside the Sherlock Bones mysteries. His work has been translated into over thirty languages and has earned recognition including the Manchester Fiction City award and the Lincolnshire Young People's Book Award. Before becoming a full-time author, Collins worked in advertising. He specializes in humorous fiction for children, blending sharp comedic timing with accessible storytelling that keeps young readers turning pages from the very first chapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFunny, puzzle-packed, and endlessly entertaining, this five-book set is a perfect back-to-school pick, a fun stocking stuffer, or a rainy-day read for kids who love mysteries and animal heroes. Sherlock Bones and Dr. Catson make detective work feel like a game, turning every case into a shared adventure worth reading again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tim Collins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56913975542134,"sku":"PLD22459","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/sherlock-bones-collection-tim-collins-paperback.jpg?v=1785492838"},{"product_id":"adventures-of-sherlock-bones-tim-collins-5-books-collection-set-ages-7-9-paperback","title":"Adventures of Sherlock Bones by Tim Collins 5 Books Collection Set - Ages 7-9 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Curse of the Pharaoh's Mask\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Mystery of the Vanishing Magician\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Horror of the Haunted Castle\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Mischief in Manhattan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\nPublisher: Buster Books\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFollow Sherlock Bones, the world's cleverest canine detective, and his quick-thinking feline partner Dr. Jane Catson through five puzzle-packed mysteries in this paperback collection. From a jewel heist at Kennel Palace to a vanishing magician in Egypt, a haunted castle in the Catpathian Mountains, a masked villain terrorizing Manhattan, and a suspicious disappearance on a train to Paris, each book pairs a fast-moving whodunit with search-and-find puzzles, mazes, and riddles. Illustrated throughout by John Bigwood, the set is a fun, interactive gateway into mystery reading for young sleuths who love a good clue to crack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis five-book set gathers the complete run of Tim Collins's Adventures of Sherlock Bones series, a puzzle-driven mystery series for young middle-grade readers. Each story is narrated from the point of view of Dr. Jane Catson, sidekick to the brilliant Sherlock Bones, as the detective duo travels the globe solving crimes that stump everyone else. In the first case, the crown jewels vanish from Kennel Palace and the pair must work through a growing list of suspects before the trail runs cold. Later cases take them to the tombs of ancient feline kings in Egypt to track down a stolen mask, aboard a night train to Paris chasing a vanished magician, into a crumbling haunted castle in the Catpathian Mountains, and finally across the United States chasing a riddle-obsessed villain terrorizing Manhattan. Every book weaves over two dozen puzzles, including mazes, search-and-finds, and silhouette matches, directly into the plot, so solving clues alongside Bones and Catson becomes part of the reading experience rather than a separate activity. The brisk, chapter-based structure and consistent cast make the series easy to binge in order, while each mystery still stands alone for readers who want to dip in anywhere. With a witty, never-condescending tone and John Bigwood's detailed illustrations on every spread, the collection rewards careful readers who like to spot clues before the characters do, making it a strong pick for reluctant readers and confident young mystery fans alike.\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 of the Adventures of Sherlock Bones series by Tim Collins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach title contains dozens of illustrated puzzles, mazes, and riddles woven into the story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for confident readers ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4) who enjoy mysteries and brain teasers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact paperback format is easy to pack for travel, car rides, or backpacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStories can be read in any order, making the set flexible for classroom or home libraries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fun, interactive alternative to screen time that builds reading confidence and logic skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels — When the crown jewels disappear from Kennel Palace, Bones and Catson must question a growing list of suspects before the trail goes cold.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Curse of the Pharaoh's Mask — Aboard a night train to Paris, a famous magician vanishes, and Catson suspects foul play among the other passengers.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Mystery of the Vanishing Magician — In Egypt's tombs of the ancient feline kings, the pair interview traveling tourists to track down a stolen mask.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Horror of the Haunted Castle — A wealthy dog reports a ghostly figure haunting her crumbling castle in the Catpathian Mountains, and Bones sets out to prove there's a logical explanation.\u003cbr\u003e\nSherlock Bones and the Mischief in Manhattan — In New York, a masked villain threatens the police with riddles, sending Bones and Catson on a coast-to-coast chase to unmask him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTim Collins is a British author originally from Manchester who now lives in London. He has written over one hundred books for children and young readers, including the puzzle-packed Adventures of Sherlock Bones series, along with Wimpy Vampire, Cosmic Colin, Monstrous Maud, and Dorkius Maximus. His work has been translated into more than thirty languages and has earned him awards in the UK and Germany. The Sherlock Bones books are brought to life with detailed illustrations by John Bigwood, whose puzzle art and character work give each mystery its signature playful, immersive feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA clever, puzzle-filled mystery series that turns reading into an interactive game, this five-book set makes a great birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, or back-to-school pick for young sleuths ages 7-9. 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