Bigg School Collection 1

Bigg School Series

By: Lisa Williamson

Narrated by: Lisa Williamson, Joseph Adelakun

Best Friends Forever: Lola and Evie have been BFF since they were babies, just like peas in a pod – and even though they don't end up in the same class, Lola expects everything to stay the same. At home things are tough because Lola's parents are divorcing and they're having to move the family home. So when the annoying Cleo becomes friendly with Evie, stealing her from Lola, three most definitely becomes a crowd – Lola must learn that not all change is bad...

Double Drama: Life isn't easy for Daniel Littleton – Mum's poorly, Dad's always working and his twin sisters drive him up the wall! At school he's the only kid without the latest trainers or Xbox and his mates are starting to notice. Things look up when he gets a starring role in the school play – though if his football-mad mates find out, they'll make his life a misery! But leading a double life is tricky and before long, Daniel's lies start spinning out of control ...

©2023 Lisa Williamson (P)2026 Bolinda Publishing

Critic reviews

'Funny, sweet and touching.' (on Best Friends Forever) (The Guardian)

'It's a really good book for children and adults ... and learn that no one has an easy life and how we can face challenges in life with friendship and kindness.' (on Double Drama) (Books Up North)

'Heartfelt and funny, this is a story about staying true to yourself, no matter what – and about real friendship.' (on Best Friends Forever) (Sinéad O'Hart, author of The Time Tider)