Crumbs, Crowns & Catastrophes: Tales from the Hollow
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In this enchanting anthology, join the Fairy Whistle Investigation Squad—Bramble, Mip, and Nib—as they tackle ten utterly improbable mysteries. From jellybean juries to sentient pancake swarms, and ghost geese who won’t stop honking clues, these stories blend whimsy with warmth, and magic with muffins.
Description
Crumbs, Crowns & Catastrophes: Tales from the Hollow
By Robin Wickens
Genre: Cozy Fantasy, Humorous Mystery, Whimsical Fiction
Audience: Readers aged 8 to 108 who love tea, magic, and mystery.
Welcome to Tumbledown Hollow
A quiet village where the tea is strong, the fairies are organised, and breakfast may become a crime scene.
In this enchanting anthology, join the Fairy Whistle Investigation Squad—Bramble, Mip, and Nib—as they tackle ten utterly improbable mysteries. From jellybean juries to sentient pancake swarms, and ghost geese who won’t stop honking clues, these stories blend whimsy with warmth, and magic with muffins.
Each tale is its own adventure, yet together they build a world full of charm, ridiculous rules, and magical snacks. These are stories for anyone who’s ever believed their teacup might be judging them—or offering helpful advice.
Inside the Book
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The Crumpet Catastrophe: When breakfast turns on the village.
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The Case of the Vanishing Moustache: Can facial hair be stolen?
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The Library That Wrote Back: A battle of books and bureaucracy.
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Tunnel of the Enchanted Cheese: A dairy dilemma deep beneath the Hollow.
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The Whistle That Woke the Weather: Climate tantrums and stormy secrets.
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The Jellybean Jury: A courtroom comedy like no other.
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Operation: Pancake Panic: Flying flapjacks and syrup-based sabotage.
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The Tea That Told Tall Tales: Secrets spill faster than the teapots can refill.
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The Goose Who Knew Too Much: Cryptic clues, treasure maps, and odd socks.
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The Crown’s Curious Curse: A royal relic refuses to cooperate.
Why Readers Love It
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Perfect for fans of Terry Pratchett, Diana Wynne Jones, and Eva Ibbotson.
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Full of clever humour, lovable characters, and gentle suspense.
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A cosy escape into a world where kindness is magical and pastries are plot points.
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Each chapter is a standalone story—ideal for bedtime reading or cheerful commutes.
Bonus Features
Includes an author’s note, epilogue, back-cover blurb, and a sneak peek at the next Hollow mystery: The Spoon Who Knew Too Little.
Grab your kettle, your cosiest chair, and prepare to investigate the impossible—one crumb at a time.
Additional information
| Book Format | ePub, Flip Book, PDF |
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