{"product_id":"the-wickedly-funny-anthony-horowitz-10-books-collection-set-ages-8-12-paperback","title":"The Wickedly Funny Anthony Horowitz 10 Books Collection Set - Ages 8-12 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Switch\u003cbr\u003e\nReturn to Groosham Grange\u003cbr\u003e\nGroosham Grange\u003cbr\u003e\nGranny\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Devil and His Boy\u003cbr\u003e\nThe French Confection\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Blurred Man\u003cbr\u003e\nSouth by South East\u003cbr\u003e\nPublic Enemy Number Two\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Falcon's Malteser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\nPublisher: Walker Books\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 8-12 (Grades 3-7)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Wickedly Funny Anthony Horowitz 10 Books Collection Set gathers ten of the author's most beloved school-age reads into one giftable paperback bundle for growing bookworms. From the ghoulish classroom capers of Groosham Grange to the fast-talking, case-cracking chaos of the Diamond Brothers, plus standalone favorites like Granny and The Switch, this set is built for readers ages 8-12 who love short chapters, sharp jokes, and twisty plots. Compact, colorful, and endlessly re-readable, it's a natural pick for classroom libraries, holiday stockings, birthday gifts, or a rainy-day reading binge that keeps kids turning pages long after bedtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis ten-book bundle brings together two of Anthony Horowitz's most popular series alongside three standout standalones, all wrapped in the same wickedly funny tone that has made him a favorite children's author for decades. The Groosham Grange strand (Groosham Grange and Return to Groosham Grange) follows new pupil David Eliot as he uncovers the eerie secrets of a boarding school where the rules — and the teachers — are anything but normal, playing spooky-lite horror for laughs rather than genuine scares. The Diamond Brothers strand (The French Confection, The Blurred Man, South by South East, Public Enemy Number Two, and The Falcon's Malteser) spoofs classic hard-boiled detective fiction through the hopeless-but-lovable Tim Diamond and his sharper younger brother Nick, delivering fast plots, silly disguises, and running gags across all five cases. Rounding out the set are three standalones: Granny, a darkly comic tale about a suspicious grandmother; The Switch, a body-swap adventure trading a prince's life for an ordinary boy's; and The Devil and His Boy, a historical romp set in Elizabethan England. Together, the ten titles showcase Horowitz's range — mixing mystery, mild horror, historical adventure, and comedy — while staying accessible for younger and reluctant readers alike. Short chapters, punchy dialogue, and cliffhanger endings keep pages turning, making this collection a dependable go-to for parents and teachers building reading stamina without ever sacrificing fun along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTen complete paperback stories from bestselling author Anthony Horowitz in one collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixes spooky school comedy, detective spoofs, and standalone adventures for variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort chapters and brisk pacing suit ages 8-12 (Grades 3-7) and reluctant readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact paperback format is easy to pack for trips, backpacks, or bedside reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat value way to build a home or classroom library around one trusted author\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect gift for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Switch — A prince and an ordinary boy swap lives in this funny, fast-moving misdirection caper.\u003cbr\u003e\nReturn to Groosham Grange — David Eliot returns to his strange school for a witty, twist-filled sequel.\u003cbr\u003e\nGroosham Grange — New pupil David Eliot finds his boarding school hides supernatural secrets in this spooky-funny opener.\u003cbr\u003e\nGranny — A boy grows suspicious his own grandmother is hiding something sinister in this darkly comic tale.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Devil and His Boy — A brisk Elizabethan-era adventure blends real danger with Horowitz's sly humor.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe French Confection — The Diamond Brothers stumble into a Parisian caper after a suspiciously cheap holiday win.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Blurred Man — Tim and Nick Diamond take on a mysterious client in this fast-paced detective spoof.\u003cbr\u003e\nSouth by South East — The bumbling Diamond Brothers land in another wild case of double-crosses and chaos.\u003cbr\u003e\nPublic Enemy Number Two — Nick Diamond is framed for a crime he didn't commit in this twisty romp.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Falcon's Malteser — A hard-boiled parody sends the Diamond Brothers chasing a valuable box of chocolates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAnthony Horowitz is a bestselling British author best known for creating the internationally bestselling Alex Rider series, alongside acclaimed adult crime fiction and screenwriting credits for British television. Long before Alex Rider became a household name, Horowitz built a devoted following among younger readers with the Diamond Brothers detective spoofs and the eerie comic school stories of Groosham Grange, both featured in this ten-book collection. Known for blending suspense, humor, and clever plotting across age groups and genres, Horowitz remains one of the UK's most prolific and widely read authors for children and adults alike, with a career spanning several decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTen stories, one unmistakable voice — this set is a fantastic way to introduce a young reader to Anthony Horowitz before they graduate to Alex Rider. Whether it's a birthday gift, a stocking stuffer, or a fresh addition to a classroom library, these witty, page-turning paperbacks deliver laughs and thrills in equal measure.\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":"Anthony Horowitz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57173336883574,"sku":"MAN-9781529500530","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/wickedly-funny-anthony-horowitz-10-books-paperback.jpg?v=1785846105","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/the-wickedly-funny-anthony-horowitz-10-books-collection-set-ages-8-12-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}