Ross Welford Collection 6 Books Set - Middle Grade Adventure Fiction - Ages 9-12 - Paperback

Titles in This Set
The Dog Who Saved the World
What Not to Do If You Turn Invisible
The 1,000-Year-Old Boy
The Kid Who Came from Space
When We Got Lost in Dreamland
Into the Sideways World

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: HarperCollins Children's Books
Age Range: Ages 9-12 (Grades 4-7)

Overview
This Ross Welford Collection brings six standalone middle-grade novels by British author Ross Welford into one paperback set. From a boy secretly alive for a thousand years to a girl who turns invisible, a dog on a mission to save the country, a mysterious kid tied to outer space, a shared dream that turns dangerous, and a slip into a parallel version of home, each story pairs an imaginative premise with a relatable, down-to-earth hero. Welford's storytelling mixes humor, heart, and clever plotting, ideal for confident readers ages 9 to 12 (Grades 4-7) who love adventure with real emotional depth.

About the Books
Across these six novels, Ross Welford proves himself one of the most versatile voices in contemporary middle-grade fiction, blending science fiction, light fantasy, and grounded family drama into stories that feel both fantastical and true to life. Each book stands entirely on its own, with its own cast, setting, and stakes, yet together they share Welford's trademark ingredients: a clever, curious young protagonist; a big "what if" premise; and a warm, witty narrative voice that never talks down to its readers. Whether the plot hinges on a virtual-reality experiment, an ancient secret, a strange visitor, a shared dream gone wrong, or a sideways slip into another version of reality, Welford roots the fantastical elements in believable friendships, family relationships, and everyday settings that British and American readers alike will recognize. The result is a set of stories that reward rereading and spark genuine conversation about identity, loyalty, courage, and what it means to belong. Younger readers who are moving beyond early chapter books will find these novels accessible and fast-paced, while older middle-grade readers will appreciate the emotional nuance layered beneath the adventure. Collected together, this set offers strong variety without ever feeling disjointed, since every title carries the same confident, page-turning energy. It's an excellent way to introduce a young reader to an author's whole body of work at once, and a smart pick for parents, teachers, and librarians looking to stock a shelf with dependable, well-loved middle-grade fiction that holds up to multiple readings.

Key Benefits

• Six complete, standalone middle-grade novels by one acclaimed author in a single paperback set
• Wide variety of genres and premises — sci-fi, light fantasy, and family drama — so there's something for every young reader's mood
• Age-appropriate for readers 9-12 (Grades 4-7), with fast-paced plots and accessible prose
• Great value way to build a home library, classroom shelf, or gift set without buying titles one at a time
• Encourages a reading habit by letting kids move straight from one favorite story to the next
• Sturdy paperback format that's easy for kids to carry, read, and re-read

Book-by-Book Guide
The Dog Who Saved the World — A determined girl and her scrappy dog become swept up in a virtual-reality experiment meant to protect the country's dogs from a spreading illness.
What Not to Do If You Turn Invisible — A middle schooler's home remedy for acne backfires in the strangest way possible, leaving her invisible and stumbling onto a family secret.
The 1,000-Year-Old Boy — A boy who has quietly lived for a millennium is forced out of hiding after a fire destroys the one home he's ever known.
The Kid Who Came from Space — A close-knit family is upended when a sibling returns from a strange disappearance seeming changed in ways no one can explain.
When We Got Lost in Dreamland — Two brothers discover a way to share the exact same dream, until their nightly adventures start turning into something far more dangerous.
Into the Sideways World — A young heroine slips sideways into an alternate version of her own town, where small differences in the past led to a very different present.

About the Author
Ross Welford is a British author of popular middle-grade fiction, known for blending science-fiction premises with warm, character-driven storytelling. A former journalist and television producer, he turned to writing children's novels with a knack for pairing big imaginative ideas — time, identity, invisibility, parallel worlds — with the everyday concerns of growing up: friendship, family, and finding your place in the world. His books are published by HarperCollins Children's Books and have found a devoted readership among kids who enjoy adventure stories with genuine heart and humor woven throughout.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Six adventures, one author, endless imagination — this set is a brilliant way to stock up on dependable, funny, big-hearted reads. It makes a thoughtful birthday gift, a smart back-to-school pick, a stocking stuffer, or a summer reading bundle that will keep a curious kid turning pages long after the season ends.

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