Red Ribbon Winner Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2016

A boy, a magic top hat, and a talking cat spell magical mayhem for ages 7-10!

When Walter Brown is woken on his 10th birthday by his cat Sixpence, he has no idea that his life is about to change forever. A large present wrapped in silver paper reveals an old top hat, a tiny pair of white gloves, and a magician's wand - together with a mysterious note from his late great grandpa Horace.

But Walter gets the biggest surprise when he puts the top hat on and discovers that his cat has special powers, and they've been chosen for a secret mission. What better place to start practicing magic, they decide, than on Walter's super-cool new neighbors, twins Harry and George Braithwaite?

But magical mayhem follows when Walter accidentally sets free monsters from their new video game and finds himself locked in battle with a Fire Fiend. Will Walter be able to master his newfound powers to defeat the escaped video monster? And will he succeed in hiding his magical secret from those around him?

"A superbly written, magical adventure. Highly recommended!" (Wishing Shelf Book Awards review)

If you're looking for a fun, fast-paced story for children ages 7-9 or ages 8-10 that combines humor, adventure, and magic, this is the book for you!