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Jennifer Bell

Discover how gaming and historical heroes inspired Jennifer Bell to write 'Wonderscape'

About The Author:

Jennifer Bell’s bestselling The Uncommoners series has sold over 55,000 copies in the UK and sold translation rights in 15 countries, and it was a Waterstones Children’s Book of the Month. Inspired by her career as a former children’s bookseller at Foyles, Jennifer is widely known for the magical story worlds she creates. Jennifer lives in Surrey.

About The Book:

When Arthur, Ren and Cecily investigate a mysterious explosion, they find themselves trapped in the year 2473. Lost in the Wonderscape, an epic in-reality adventure game, they must call on the help of some unlikely historical heroes to play their way home before time runs out.

Praise for 'Wonderscape':

'A whirlwind of fun and mystery across space and time.' - Thomas Taylor, author of Malamander
'A breakneck sci-fi romp that's perfect for gamers, puzzle fiends and fact-fans.' - Ross Montgomery, author of Alex, the Dog and the Unopenable Door
'With the mind-expanding wonder of A Wrinkle in Time, the tech-wizardry of Ready Player One, and a generous sprinkling of Jennifer Bell's unique magic, Wonderscape is unmissable.' - Sinéad O'Hart, author of The Eye of the North
'Bell puts a clever and highly inventive spin on the middle-grade fantasy adventure.' - The Bookseller

An Introduction to 'Wonderscape'

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The Inspiration Behind 'Wonderscape'

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A Reading from 'Wonderscape'

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Jennifer's Writing Challenge

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How did you set the scene in the opening chapter?

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Which historical figures can we expect to meet in the story?

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Why did you want to set the story in the future?

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How did you go about building the world of 'Wonderscape'?

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What can you tell us about Arthur, Ren and Cecily?

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What tips do you have for writing action-packed adventure scenes?

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Resource Download: 'Wonderscape' Extract