About the Book

The hilarious children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams – a timeless adventure illustrated by artistic genius, Tony Ross.

On a volcanic island, in the middle of shark-infested waters, stands The Cruel School. The lessons are ludicrous, the school dinners are disgusting and the teachers are terrifying.

When Larker is sent to the school, she quickly realises that VERY odd things are going on involving sinister Science teacher Doctor Doktur, a secret cave and a ‘Monsterfication Machine’. Can Larker unravel the teacher’s wicked plot?

Critical Praise

PRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS:

“I absolutely love David Walliams's books … they will become classics.” Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole

“Dahl finally has a worthy successor” Telegraph

"Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" The Sun

Product Details

• ISBN: 9780008499761
• ISBN 10: 0008499764
• Imprint: HarperCollinsChildren’sBooks
• On Sale: 07/20/2023
• Pages: 384
• List Price:12.99 CAD
• Ages: 8 to 12
• BISAC1 : JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories
• BISAC2 : JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Friendship
• BISAC3 : JUVENILE FICTION / School & Education
• BISAC4 : JUVENILE FICTION / Action & Adventure / General
• BISAC5 : JUVENILE FICTION / Monsters

David Walliams

Biography

<p>David Walliams has revolutionised reading for children and become one of the most influential children’s writers today. Since the publication of his ground-breaking first novel, <em>The Boy in the Dress</em> (2008), Walliams has seen unprecedented growth with global sales exceeding 40 million copies, and his books translated into 53 languages.</p><p>Born in London, Tony Ross went to art school in Liverpool. His cartoons have appeared in famous publications the world over. His first book, <em>Hugo and the Wicked Winter</em>, was published in 1972. Tony has since written over 100 books and illustrated over 2000!</p><p>David and Tony have worked on seven bestselling picture books together, and thirteen of David’s phenomenally successful children’s novels. David and Tony also collaborated on the 2017 World Book Day title, <em>BLOB</em>, and on the blockbuster collections <em>The World’s Worst Children 1, 2 and 3</em>, <em>The World’s Worst Teachers</em> and <em>The World’s Worst Parents</em>.</p>

Other Works by David Walliams

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  The Blunders

  By David Walliams

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  Super Sleuth

  By David Walliams

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  David Walliams Annual 2025

  By David Walliams

Tony Ross

Biography

Tony Ross was born in London in 1938. He went to art school in Liverpool and has since worked as a typographer for design and advertising agencies. His cartoons have appeared in Punch, Town, Time and Tide and the News of the World. His first book Hugo and the Wicked Winter was published in 1972. Tony has since written over 100 books and illustrated over 2000! Two of his creations, Towser and The Little Princess have been turned into TV series.
Tony lives in Wales.

Other Works by Tony Ross

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  David Walliams Annual 2025

  By Tony Ross

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  The World of David Walliams: The World’s Worst Children 1, 2 & 3 Box Set

  By Tony Ross

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  Megamonster

  By Tony Ross