The Ross Welford Collection by Ross Welford 8 Books Collection Set - Ages 5+ - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
Time Travelling with a Hamster
What Not to Do If You Turn Invisible
The 1,000-Year-Old Boy
The Dog Who Saved the World
The Kid Who Came from Space
When We Got Lost in Dreamland
Into the Sideways World
The Monkey Who Fell From the Future

Format: Paperback

Overview:
The Ross Welford Collection brings eight engaging middle‑grade adventures into one vivid paperback set. Each title is a standalone story that blends imaginative storytelling with accessible science, big questions, and warm heart. Readers aged around 9–12 will meet daring protagonists who navigate time travel, invisibility mishaps, space from a village, and dreamlike worlds, all while exploring friendship, family, and resilience. The collection showcases Welford’s signature voice—lively, emotionally honest, and funny in the right places—making complex ideas feel manageable for young readers and comforting for families sharing the reading journey. This set works beautifully as a gift for new readers building a home library, and as a classroom or library collection to spark curiosity and lively discussion about science, ethics, and human connection. Eight memorable quests, eight chances to fall in love with reading again, all from one trusted author.

What This Collection Covers:
Across these eight adventures, curiosity becomes courage and invention sparks empathy. Time travel, other worlds, and futuristic tech invite questions about responsibility and consequence, while everyday themes—friendship, bravery, and belonging—anchor each story. The collection offers variety in mood and pace, from caper‑like escapades to tender family moments, ensuring readers can dip into a different universe with every book. It also provides a broad spectrum of settings, from the past to distant futures, encouraging discussion about how ideas shape character and how choices shape outcomes. This is more than a reading list; it’s a guided tour through imagination that helps young readers develop critical thinking, narrative tolerance, and a lifelong love of stories.

Book-by-Book Guide:
Time Travelling with a Hamster
On his twelfth birthday, Al Chaudhury discovers a time machine hidden in a cardboard‑box relic from his father. He must travel back to 1984 to save his dad’s life, a mission that tests bravery, loyalty, and honesty. The journey blends brisk adventure with emotional truth, turning a wild premise into a touching tale about family, loss, and the power of hope. Al’s voice is relatable, and the stakes feel personal even as the clock ticks toward a life‑changing decision.
What Not to Do If You Turn Invisible
Ethel Leatherhead’s misguided attempt at invisibility leads to chaos that’s both funny and revealing. As she learns hard lessons about consequences, friendship, and self-acceptance, readers witness a teen navigating acne, identity, and a predicament that requires wit more than superpowers. The story balances humor with heart, offering relatable scenes that spark empathy and resilience in shy or unsure readers.
The 1,000-Year-Old Boy
Alfie Monk is 1,000 years old, a memory of Viking invasions and a life lived across centuries. His presence tests adults’ belief in him while inviting readers to consider what it means to grow up—when you’ve already lived long enough to know too much. It’s a gentle meditation on time, friendship, and finding a place to belong in a world that doesn’t always understand you.
The Dog Who Saved the World
Georgie befriends a retired scientist and a clever canine companion named Mr Mash. A playful experiment spirals into a future‑tacing adventure that asks big questions about responsibility and innovation. The stakes stay high enough to feel cinematic, yet the emotional core remains about trust, curiosity, and protecting those we love.
The Kid Who Came from Space
When a twin’s sister seemingly vanishes into space, the truth behind her disappearance challenges a tight-knit family. The narrative threads curiosity, loyalty, and courage as Ethan faces the unknown, offering a compelling blend of mystery and wonder that keeps readers turning pages and asking what is possible when imagination meets science.
When We Got Lost in Dreamland
Malky and his little brother stumble into alternate dreamscapes via a magical device. The story invites readers to reflect on dreams, responsibility, and the lines between imagination and reality. Lively action, vivid settings, and grounded family dynamics create a mood that’s adventurous yet intimate, offering a memorable journey through the power of dreams.
Into the Sideways World
Willa and Manny chase a mysterious creature into an alternate, idyllic world that tests their courage and loyalty. The tale balances wonder with caution, exploring ethical choices and the impact of stepping off the beaten path. It’s a crisp, inventive adventure that rewards curiosity and careful thinking about the worlds we dream up.
The Monkey Who Fell From the Future
In a future filled with gadgets and surprises, a boy and a monkey cross paths with time‑slip devices and ancient tablets. Present‑day protagonists seek to contact the future, weaving science fiction intrigue with humor and warmth. The story celebrates friendship, problem‑solving, and the thrill of discovering what lies ahead.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This eight‑book collection is ideal for confident early readers who crave fast plots, clever ideas, and accessible science. It suits fans of time travel, quirky inventions, and imaginative exploration, as well as parents seeking engaging, talk‑worthy stories for the family bookshelf. Teachers and librarians will appreciate the breadth of themes—ethics, resilience, curiosity—each title offering discussion prompts and opportunities for independent or guided reading. Gift buyers will find a complete, varied library in one affordable set that’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or end‑of‑term rewards, fostering a shared reading habit within households, classrooms, or reading clubs.

Key Benefits:

• Eight standalone adventures in one complete set, ideal for building a durable home library.
• Engaging, age‑appropriate stories that blend science themes with heart and humor.
• Brisk pacing and accessible language that support confident reading and sustained engagement.
• Rich discussion potential for classrooms and family reading time.
• Ideal gift set for budding readers and Ross Welford fans alike.
• Durable paperback format designed for heavy use in libraries and homes.

About the Author:
Ross Welford is a celebrated British author known for inventive middle‑grade adventures that fuse science, time travel, and emotional honesty. His books—including Time Travelling with a Hamster, The 1,000-Year-Old Boy, What Not to Do If You Turn Invisible, and others in this collection—have earned praise from critics, librarians, and young readers for their warmth, originality, and thoughtful exploration of big ideas. Welford’s background in journalism and television informs his brisk, accessible storytelling, while his characters’ relatable worries—family, friendship, identity—give each story emotional resonance that lingers beyond the last page.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
If you’re looking to inspire a lifelong love of reading, this eight‑book collection delivers. You’ll gift a diverse range of adventures that can be enjoyed in any order, with each title offering a satisfying arc and memorable characters. The set is perfect for family read‑alouds, independent reading, and classroom discussions about science, ethics, and imagination. With Ross Welford’s distinctive voice, readers will discover witty worlds, thoughtful insights, and plenty of opportunities to discuss what it means to be brave, curious, and kind across different lives and timelines.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.