Welford Collection by Ross Welford - 5 Books Collection Set - Fiction - 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

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

Overview
This five-book Ross Welford collection gathers a set of inventive, big-hearted adventures for middle-grade readers. Each standalone story blends fast-paced plotting with warmth, humor, and characters that feel instantly real, all told in Welford's distinctive voice, one that understands how curious, anxious, funny kids actually see the world. From a time-hopping hamster to an invisible schoolgirl, a centuries-old boy, a mission to save the world's dogs, and a search for a missing brother among the stars, this paperback set is built for family reading, school libraries, and gift-giving alike, offering hours of page-turning entertainment.

About the Books
Across these five novels, Ross Welford proves himself a master of the what-if premise, grounding each fantastical idea in believable family life and genuine emotional stakes. Time Travelling with a Hamster follows a boy racing against the clock to save his father's life using a homemade time machine and his elderly pet as an unlikely co-pilot. What Not to Do If You Turn Invisible turns a science-class accident into a story about self-image, secrets, and the courage it takes to be seen. The 1,000-Year-Old Boy imagines a boy who has quietly lived for centuries, forced at last to confront a modern world he can no longer hide from. The Dog Who Saved the World pairs a girl and a retired scientist against a virus threatening every dog on the planet. The Kid Who Came from Space follows a girl piecing together clues after her younger brother disappears, discovering a connection that stretches far beyond Earth. Despite their different settings, from Newcastle back gardens to distant galaxies, every book shares Welford's signature mix of clever plotting, laugh-out-loud dialogue, and a real emotional center. Themes of family, loyalty, honesty, and figuring out who you are recur throughout, making the collection feel cohesive even as each story stands entirely on its own. Young readers who enjoy science fiction with heart and humor with substance will find plenty to love here. Teachers and librarians often reach for these books for independent reading, and parents appreciate that the humor never comes at the expense of real feeling.

Key Benefits

• Five complete standalone novels by Ross Welford in one paperback set
• Great for independent middle-grade readers ready for longer chapter books
• Blends sci-fi, time travel, and real emotional depth in fast-paced chapters
• Perfect for family read-alouds, classrooms, and school reading programs
• A ready-made gift for birthdays, holidays, or summer reading
• Builds a lifelong reading habit through one consistent, engaging voice

Book-by-Book Guide
Time Travelling with a Hamster — A boy uses his grandfather's time machine and an unlikely hamster co-pilot to try to save his father's life.
What Not to Do If You Turn Invisible — A science-class accident leaves a girl invisible, forcing her to confront secrets and self-image.
The 1,000-Year-Old Boy — Alfie Monk has quietly lived for centuries, but a fire and a new friend force him to finally face the modern world.
The Dog Who Saved the World — Georgie and a retired scientist race to stop a deadly virus threatening dogs everywhere.
The Kid Who Came from Space — When her younger brother vanishes without warning, Tammy follows clues that lead far beyond Earth.

About the Author
Ross Welford is a British author and former journalist based in the northeast of England, where many of his novels are set. He worked in television and print journalism before turning to children's fiction, and that storytelling instinct shows in his tightly plotted, emotionally grounded books. Since his debut, Time Travelling with a Hamster, Welford has become known for pairing high-concept science-fiction and fantasy ideas with authentic family relationships and northern English settings. His novels are widely used in schools for independent and class reading, and have found devoted fans among middle-grade readers around the world.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Five imaginative worlds, one unforgettable voice: this collection is perfect for summer reading, a birthday gift, a stocking stuffer, or building out a classroom library. Kids who love clever sci-fi twists, laugh-out-loud humor, and stories with real heart will want to read every single one, again and again, long after the last page.

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