Author(s): HICKMAN, JOHN

Fiction

Seth, Beefy and Angelo and their awkward but determined team of footballing misfits are aiming for glory in their first real tournament. But how do you fit 11 players into a five-a-side team? Seth makes some dodgy decisions that see him tackling not only the dreaded school coach, Mr Steele, but his friends as well . . . Can the Freaks' team spirit carry them through, or will Seth's meddling mess up their dreams before they get the chance? AGES: 8 to 12 AUTHOR: John Hickman is an award-winning screenwriter, director and author, based in Newcastle upon Tyne. In addition to his books for children, John also writes for a number of television series, including EastEnders for BBC One, and The Dumping Ground for CBBC. His children's television script, The Things, was a winner of the BAFTA Rocliffe New Writing Competition, and his first book, Freaks United, was shortlisted for the 2017 James Reckitt Hull Children's Book Award. SELLING POINTS: * Hilariously funny * Perfect for encouraging reluctant readers * A must-read for all young football fans and players * A much anticipated sequel to Freaks United