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World of Skandar: The First Unicorn Rider
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World of Skandar: The First Unicorn Rider

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An unmissable new magical adventure set in the incredible World of Skandar, from international bestselling author A.F. Steadman, with stunning illustrations throughout. Perfect for fans of Eragon, Harry Potter, Impossible Creatures and Greenwild. PRE-ORDER NOW TO BE ONE OF THE FIRST TO READ!

A BOY WITH A DESTINY. A MYSTERIOUS ISLAND. A WORLD OF MAGICAL CREATURES.

George Penhaligon has only ever wanted adventure.

But when he finds himself shipwrecked and alone on a mysterious island, he makes an incredible discovery. Unicorns are real - and they're bloodthirsty.

Slowly, George gains one unicorn's trust and together they explore the island's magical secrets. But there is a dark presence lurking in his new home, more deadly than any unicorn.

Can George fulfil his destiny and free the island from a terrible fate?

Discover the incredible World of Skandar with this thrilling origin adventure with black and white illustrations throughout by Manuel Sumberac. The perfect gift for fans and for newcomers to the series alike!

Praise for the SKANDAR series:

'The most popular children's fantasy hero since Harry Potter' - Telegraph

'Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.' - The Times Children's Book of the Week

'Deft, dazzling and breathlessly exciting - it's a joy to enter Skandar's World.' - Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood and Co. series

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd
Country
United Kingdom
Date
15 January 2026
Pages
288
ISBN
9781398540552

An unmissable new magical adventure set in the incredible World of Skandar, from international bestselling author A.F. Steadman, with stunning illustrations throughout. Perfect for fans of Eragon, Harry Potter, Impossible Creatures and Greenwild. PRE-ORDER NOW TO BE ONE OF THE FIRST TO READ!

A BOY WITH A DESTINY. A MYSTERIOUS ISLAND. A WORLD OF MAGICAL CREATURES.

George Penhaligon has only ever wanted adventure.

But when he finds himself shipwrecked and alone on a mysterious island, he makes an incredible discovery. Unicorns are real - and they're bloodthirsty.

Slowly, George gains one unicorn's trust and together they explore the island's magical secrets. But there is a dark presence lurking in his new home, more deadly than any unicorn.

Can George fulfil his destiny and free the island from a terrible fate?

Discover the incredible World of Skandar with this thrilling origin adventure with black and white illustrations throughout by Manuel Sumberac. The perfect gift for fans and for newcomers to the series alike!

Praise for the SKANDAR series:

'The most popular children's fantasy hero since Harry Potter' - Telegraph

'Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.' - The Times Children's Book of the Week

'Deft, dazzling and breathlessly exciting - it's a joy to enter Skandar's World.' - Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood and Co. series

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd
Country
United Kingdom
Date
15 January 2026
Pages
288
ISBN
9781398540552