Bestselling author Holly Webb has written well over 100 books for children — so if you’re choosing a present, or just looking for your child’s next favourite read, it can be hard to know where to start.
Kittens, puppies and other adorable animals are at the heart of many Holly Webb books, but you’ll also find gripping mysteries, magical worlds, and stories about friendship, family and standing up for what you believe in.
If you’re wondering which Holly Webb book your child might enjoy, here are 10 brilliant series to explore.
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Animal Stories Series
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From stolen kittens to lost puppies and runaways, Holly Webb’s animal stories have won her legions of fans. The extensive Animal Stories series is packed with tales of adorable pets, and it’s perfect for animal-loving kids aged 4 and up.
The first book in the series is Lost in the Snow, a magical, Christmassy story guaranteed to melt the hearts of animal lovers. Fluff is the smallest and weakest of the farm kittens, but she surprises everyone with her strength and spirit. When nobody seems to want her, Fluff sets off into the big, scary world to find a home of her own.
For young readers who like their stories in a bundle, Puppy Tales brings together three gorgeous stories — Alfie All Alone, Sam the Stolen Puppy and Max the Missing Puppy — while Kitten Tales collects the stories of Sky the Unwanted Kitten, Ginger the Stray Kitten and Misty the Abandoned Kitten.
Rose
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Rose is the first book in an exciting, get-lost-in-the-world series about orphans, alchemy, magical powers and sinister child-catchers.
The grand residence of the famous alchemist Mr Fountain is a world away from the dark orphanage Rose has left behind. The house is overflowing with sparkling magic — and it’s not long before Rose realises she has a little magic of her own, too.
The series continues with Rose and the Lost Princess, Rose and the Magician’s Mask and Rose and the Silver Ghost.
Emily Feather & The Enchanted Door
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Emily Feather and the Enchanted Door is the first in the Emily Feather series — and a warning to be careful which door you open.
Everyone thinks Emily’s house is cool, with all its mismatched rooms and doors. But behind some of those doors lie other worlds, full of magic and wonder, and Emily is about to discover this for herself.
Follow-up titles include Emily Feather and the Secret Mirror, Emily Feather and the Starlit Staircase, and Emily Feather and the Chest of Charms.
The Maisie Hitchins Series
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This series is full of mystery and intrigue, following the adventures of a very determined young heroine and her dog. There are plenty of Maisie Hitchins adventures for budding detectives to enjoy.
Maisie lives in her grandmother’s boarding house, longing for adventure and idolising the famous detective Gilbert Carrington. Then she’s handed the opportunity of a lifetime — a mystery of her own to solve.
The series opens with The Case of the Stolen Sixpence, in which Maisie rescues a puppy in peril and gets tangled up in a plot involving stolen sausages, pilfered halfpennies and a fast-paced bicycle chase. The streets of Victorian London are never safe, but Maisie’s on the case.
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Lily
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Lily is the first in a fun, frightening series about two magical sisters.
In a world where magic is outlawed, Lily runs wild and neglected while her older sister Georgie is secretly trained in magic. When Lily discovers her parents’ dark plan for Georgie, she knows she must rescue her sister and flee.
Other books in the series include Lily and the Shining Dragons, Lily and the Prisoner of Magic and Lily and the Traitors’ Spell.
The Princess and the Suffragette
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A sequel to the much-loved classic A Little Princess, The Princess and the Suffragette is a heart-soaring story about standing up for what you believe in.
It’s 1913, and women across London are uniting in their desire for a vote. Life at Miss Minchin’s school feels as dull as ever for Lottie, until she sneaks out one day to attend a suffragette demonstration — and is swept up in the women’s rights movement, uncovering a secret about her own missing mother along the way.
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The Triplets Series
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The first book in the Triplets series is Becky’s Terrible Term, which sees the girls starting a new school.
Annabel is the sparkly one who dreams of being famous, Katie is confident and sporty, and Becky is the animal-mad triplet with a menagerie of pets in the garden shed. As the triplets start their new school, Becky is especially nervous.
The series continues with Annabel’s Perfect Party, Katie’s Big Match, Becky’s Problem Pet, Annabel’s Starring Role, Katie’s Secret Admirer and Becky’s Dress Disaster.
The Reindeer Girl
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The Reindeer Girl is a gorgeous wintery story of a very special friendship.
One Christmas, Lotta is visiting her great-grandmother in Norway. She soon finds herself drawn into a magical adventure, herding reindeer from the snowy mountains to the summer pastures — and when a mother reindeer goes missing, Lotta must find her before her calf starves.
Other wintery tales from Holly Webb include The Snow Bear, The Winter Wolf, The Snow Leopards and The Snow Cat.
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The Girl of Glass
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The books in the Magical Venice series are stand-alone stories that all share the same beautiful setting.
The Girl of Glass tells the story of Mariana, who lives with her family on the Venetian island of Murano, famed for its glassmaking artists. When Mariana’s little sister Eliza dies, their father uses his glassmaking skill — and a dash of magic — to create a girl of glass in her image. The remarkable doll draws attention wherever she goes, but as she takes on more of Eliza’s personality, Mariana begins to wonder if there’s more than magic at play.
Other titles in the series include The Maskmaker’s Daughter, The Mermaid’s Sister and The Water Horse.
Maya’s Secret
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Maya’s Secret is the first of four books for readers aged 9 and up about friendship in an environmentally challenged world.
Researching a school project on fair trade is a real eye-opener for Maya. She loves clothes, but is appalled to discover that her favourite sparkly t-shirts are made by poor children in other countries. She knows she must do something — but how, without revealing her pop star secret to the world?
The series continues with Izzy’s River, Poppy’s Garden and Emily’s Dream.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What age are Holly Webb books suitable for?
Holly Webb writes for a wide range of ages. Her Animal Stories titles suit confident readers from about 4+, while series like Rose, Lily and Maisie Hitchins work well for readers aged 7–10, and books like Maya’s Secret are aimed at 9+.
Which Holly Webb book should we start with?
It depends on what your child loves. Animal fans usually enjoy Lost in the Snow or Kitten Tales, mystery lovers take to Maisie Hitchins, and children who love magic and adventure tend to start with Rose or Lily.
Do the series need to be read in order?
Most of Holly Webb’s series work best read in publication order, especially Rose, Lily and Emily Feather, since characters and storylines develop across the books. The Magical Venice titles, including The Girl of Glass, are stand-alone stories set in the same world, so they can be read in any order.
Are Holly Webb books good for reluctant readers?
Yes — her short chapters, warm characters and gentle pacing make her books popular with reluctant readers, particularly animal lovers and children who enjoy a bit of mystery or magic.
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