Having black button eyes, a zig-zag mouth, a stitched body, the Thing - he used to be Robbie's best friend.

Now he's his worst enemy...This is a wickedly chilling horror story.

This work features: first class award-winning authors; appealing, gripping plots guaranteed to interest teenagers and provoke discussion; and top quality, age-appropriate illustrations.

It is in huge demand - in 2005 over 35 per cent of 14-year-olds were failing to reach their expected standard of literacy.

It also features stylish packaging; and extensive trialling by teenagers with the target reading age that ensures accessibility.