Murray and Bun Series 1-5 Books Collection Set by Adam Stower - Ages 6-9 - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Murray the Viking
Murray the Knight
Murray the Pirate
Murray the Ghosthunter
Murray the Explorer

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: HarperCollins Children's Books
Age Range: Ages 6-9 (Grades 1-4)

Overview
Join Murray the cat and his magically transformed bunny best friend, Bun, as they step through an enchanted cat flap into five wildly different worlds of adventure. This paperback collection gathers all five early books in Adam Stower's beloved illustrated series, following the unlikely duo as they brave Viking longships, medieval castles, pirate ships, haunted houses, and uncharted lands. Packed with black-and-white illustrations on nearly every page, short chapters, and plenty of laughs, these stories are purpose-built for newly independent readers who want big adventures in a friendly, fast-paced format.

About the Books
Adam Stower's Murray and Bun series turns an ordinary cat flap into a portal for extraordinary adventures. Murray is a cat who just wants peace, quiet, and a nap in the sun, but his owner Fumblethumb the wizard's spell mishaps keep turning his favorite bun into Bun, a bouncy, excitable rabbit who refuses to let Murray relax. Together they tumble through the magic cat flap and land in a new historical or spooky setting in every book. In Murray the Viking they wash up among longships and shield walls on a quest to help a stranded Viking find his way home. In Murray the Knight they trade sails for castle walls, training yards, and a none-too-chivalrous rival knight. Murray the Pirate sends them searching for buried treasure on a mysterious, monster-filled island, while Murray the Ghosthunter has the pair creeping down candlelit corridors in pursuit of a mischievous spirit. Murray the Explorer rounds out the set with a journey into uncharted territory and brand-new perils. Each book stands on its own, so young readers can jump in anywhere, though following the series in order lets fans watch Murray and Bun's friendship (and Murray's patience) grow with every escapade. Stower's expressive, comic-heavy illustrations appear throughout, breaking up the text and keeping reluctant readers engaged, while his gentle humor and recurring gags reward kids who read the whole set front to back.

Key Benefits

• Five complete Murray and Bun adventures in one paperback collection
• Black-and-white illustrations on nearly every page keep young readers engaged
• Short chapters and simple language make it ideal for newly independent readers
• Each book stands alone, so kids can read in any order without getting lost
• A funny, gentle introduction to history-inspired settings like Vikings, knights, and pirates
• Great for classroom libraries, birthday gifts, or summer reading lists

Book-by-Book Guide
Murray the Viking — Murray and Bun step through the magic cat flap into a land of longships and shield walls, racing to help a stranded Viking find his way home.
Murray the Knight — The duo lands in a medieval castle, where Murray dons armor and squares off against a far less chivalrous rival knight.
Murray the Pirate — Murray and Bun are swept onto a pirate ship and sent hunting for buried treasure on a monster-filled island.
Murray the Ghosthunter — A spooky new door opens onto candlelit corridors as the pair chase down a mischievous, giggling spirit.
Murray the Explorer — The newest adventure sends Murray and Bun into uncharted territory, with brand-new creatures and surprises at every turn.

About the Author
Adam Stower is an award-winning British author and illustrator who has been drawing pictures and inventing stories for as long as he can remember. He trained at the Norwich School of Art, earning a first-class honors degree in illustration, before illustrating picture books for other acclaimed authors as well as writing and illustrating his own series. Adam has created artwork for popular children's titles, including books by bestselling author David Walliams. With Murray and Bun, Stower brings his signature blend of humor, heart, and lively illustration to a chapter book series built for kids just stepping into independent reading.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This five-book set delivers non-stop laughs, short chapters, and page after page of fun illustrations, perfect for building reading confidence. It's a fantastic birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, classroom library addition, or summer reading pick for any kid who loves silly animal duos, gentle history lessons, and adventure around every corner.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.