Books in this series 3 books page 1 of 1 start over page 1 of 1. Anthony horowitz meet itch an accidental, accidentprone hero. His 17year career at bbc radio 2 came to a premature end. The further adventures of an element hunter giveaway begins april 7, 2014, at 12. Simon mayo author of itch meet your next favorite book. Simon andrew hicks mayo born 21 september 1958 is an english radio presenter and author who has worked for bbc radio since 1982. Simon mayo is an awardwinning british radio broadcaster who has worked for bbc radio since 1981. Simon mayo has 18 books on goodreads with 10034 ratings. Simon mayo is one of britains bestloved and wellknown radio djs. What happens when a source of unimaginable power falls into the hands of a teenage boy.
In 2008, mayo was recognized as the radio broadcaster of the year at the 34th annual broadcasting press guild awards and the speech broadcaster of the year at the sony radio academy awards. Itch is a great character, he is really clear thinking and bright, and i feel hes a real inspiration for the reader. Itch series book 2 simon mayo author 20 the movie doctors simon mayo author mark kermode author 2015 itchcraft itch series book 3 simon mayo author 2014 itch itch series book 1 simon mayo author daniel hill narrator 2012 blame simon mayo author 2016 homework sucks. Browse simon mayos bestselling audiobooks and newest titles. At first no one believes him but soon, someone hears about the strange new rock and wants it for. Buy itch rocks by simon mayo from waterstones today. Simon has done it again with the third in the series of itch books. Discover more authors youll love listening to on audible. Itch by simon mayo lesson plan template and teaching resources. Fantastic offers on quality books, collections, audio cds and more exclusive to book people. Simon mayo biography, age, family, wife, career, book and.
Annette began by asking simon why he wanted to write a book with science as a main theme. As a teenager i was a huge fan of his radio 1 breakfast show, and i still listen to him these many years on as his radio 2 show coincides with my drive home from work and it is far, far better than the other rubbish on at that time. Anthony horowitz itchingham lofte known as itch is fourteen. Simon mayo is to leave bbc radio 2 after a backlash from listeners over his pairing with jo whiley the dj today announced he would depart to spend more time writing novels, after a. Itchingham lofte known as itch is fourteen, and loves science, especially chemistry. Shortlisted for the national book tokens childrens book of the year 2012 a terrific action adventure packedfull of fascinating true science. The books are about itch, a boy who discovers a new element. Buy simon mayos itch collection 3 books collection by simon mayo. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Itch ebook by simon mayo 9781446495414 rakuten kobo. Simon mayo is best known for his bbc radio 2 drivetime.
The further adventures of an element hunter, by simon mayo book giveaway. Horowitz, anthony back cover of itch this is alex rider with geekpower. Itch series book 1 simon mayo author daniel hill narrator 2012 bad idea itch series book 1 damon suede author 20 itch itch series book 1 simon mayo author 2012 itch rocks itch series book 2 simon mayo author 20 itchcraft itch series book 3 simon mayo author 2014 series. Itch and jack, although smart and fun, are often bullied by classmates who dont understand their dinisterest in. Theres nothing wring with an adult reading childrens literature, but unfortunately a few things didnt sit quite right with me when reading this book. The war is over, but for the inmates at dartmoor prison, peace like home is still a long way away. With samuel ireland, kylah day, melanie wozniak, keala kern.
Simon mayo, the nicest man on radio, is in a bad mood. The rocks are given to him by a dealer in elements named cake, who in turn got them from an unnamed source who is supposed to have. Just send us an email and well put the best up on the site. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. Itch ebook by simon mayo 9781454905110 rakuten kobo. Simon mayo replied that while he was working at radio five he interviewed a lot of scientists and gained an interest in science. He has worked on bbc radio since 1981 and is now the presenter of drivetime on bbc radio 2, which features the regular book club show. Simon mayo quits radio 2 months after station teamed him. He currently is the presenter of drivetime on radio 2, which features a book club, and is co. Read itch by simon mayo available from rakuten kobo.
All these elements pardon the pun are what make simon mayo s debut novel, itch a compelling, actionpacked read. The plot revolves around a set of mysterious, intensely radioactive rocks that land in the possession of a teenage boy called itch. His other novel tch rocks was released in february 20 and the third named itchcraft was released in september 2014. Reading itch by simon mayo has really changed my perspective on how i view science.
To find out more about simon and his itch books go to uk show more. The reason is that itch, due out in march, is written by simon mayo, the radio dj. He works for bbc radio, and in 2008 he was recognized as the radio broadcaster of the year at the 34th annual broadcasting press guild awards and the speech broadcaster of the year at the sony radio academy awards. Simon started work in hospital radio and later became a dj on bbc radio 1 and later on bbc radio 2. To celebrate publication of simon mayos debut novel itch, the publisher has launched an element hunt with six partner sites lovereading4kids is thrilled to be party to this really fun challenge and hidden somewhere on lovereading4kids youll find one of the six hidden elements.
All these elements pardon the pun are what make simon mayos debut novel, itch a compelling, actionpacked read. The facts on elements are intertwined with an amazing story that has laughs and edge of the seat. Simon mayo is one of britains bestloved and wellknown radio presenters. I think this is a morality tale, its about doing the right thing in the face of adversity and fear, and even overcoming some dire personal discomfort to do so. Written by simon mayo, audiobook narrated by daniel hill. On the eve of the year 1815, the american sailors of the eagle finally arrive at dartmoor prison, bedraggled, exhausted but burning with hope. Itch is as actionpacked and suspenseful as a novel for young readers can get. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today.
Itch and jack, although smart and fun, are often bullied by classmates who dont understand their dinisterest in soccer or in itch s case, surfing. Which has some interesting and rather destructive results in his bedroom. Likewise, he also wrote a novel itch which was emancipated on 1st march 2012. Would like to see another perhaps including itchs older brother a bit more as he is currently only a fringe character. Itch is clearly clever, but he needs these three girls with him to help him, and i love that simon mayo has written the group like this. Itch series by simon mayo meet your next favorite book. Simon mayos execution, however, fails to live up the potential of this premise. Mayo was the presenter of a revamped drive time show on radio 2 with cohost. Itchingham lofte known as itch is 14, and loves science especially chemistry.
O ne of britains bestknown broadcasters and the man behind the radio 2 book club, simon mayo began his writing career six years ago with a bestselling childrens trilogy. The characters in the book are relatable and memorable. The further adventures of an element hunter, by simon mayo one 1 winner receives. This book made me itching for more, a marvelous piece of work by mayo. We follow the story of itchingham lofte, itch, and his epic adventures revolving around a single rock. Random house presents the audiobook edition of mad blood stirring by simon mayo, read by rhashan stone. Simon mayo was born on september 21, 1958 in southgate, london, england. Simon mayos itch collection 3 books collection book.
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