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Teachers of Magic Teachers of magic have been an integral part of the mystical world since ancient times. These wise individuals possess immense knowledge and wisdom, which they pass on to disciples and aspiring students in their quest to master the art of magic. Throughout history, teachers of magic have been revered and respected for their abilities to unlock the hidden potential within individuals and guide them towards harnessing the supernatural forces that exist in the world. One of the most famous teachers of magic is Merlin, known for his association with the legend of King Arthur. Merlin was not only a powerful sorcerer but also a mentor and advisor to the young King Arthur. He guided and taught Arthur in the ways of magic, preparing him for his destiny of leading Camelot and defending the realm against the forces of evil.

Rob Biddulph is a bestselling and award-winning children’s book author and illustrator. He won the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize for Blown Away and was nominated for the Kate Greenaway medal for GRRRRR! His other books include Odd Dog Out (Aug 2016) and Sunk! (March 2017).

This is a reasonable book again given many new decent, digital illustrations for 2017 s new editions but previously we didn t have to settle for reasonable , we had really good. His level-headed parents demand he and his brother finish off their homework before making any wishes, but that happens, the family gains a pet, and then goes out for the day in the company of the genie, forever tweaking reality at their wishes command.

He guided and taught Arthur in the ways of magic, preparing him for his destiny of leading Camelot and defending the realm against the forces of evil. Merlin's teachings were instrumental in shaping Arthur's character and empowering him to face the numerous challenges that arose during his reign. In modern times, teachers of magic can be found within various magical traditions and schools.

Stanley and the Magic Lamp (Flat Stanley) by Jeff Brown and Rob Biddulph

It was far too recently that I picked up Flat Stanley and met with a character now fifty years old for the first time, and found out how he got to be flat and what happened as a result. Bizarrely, however, despite the success of that first book it was twenty full years before the author picked up the pen to give Stanley this sequel. Or perhaps it's not such a surprise – without giving too much away, the character had met with a certain change at the end of book one, and therefore wasn't exactly ready for more of the same. Well, over the decades there have been six official books by Jeff Brown, and this was the first instance where I could find out for myself if I was ready for more of the same…

Here, then, Stanley is – to point it mildly – not flat. He's just an ordinary boy, and demands extraordinary adventures to make him worth reading. This book revolves around him uncovering a genie in a lamp he'd found on a beach one day and that he was saving to be a present for his mother, Mrs Lambchop. His level-headed parents demand he and his brother finish off their homework before making any wishes, but that happens, the family gains a pet, and then goes out for the day in the company of the genie, forever tweaking reality at their wishes' command. But everything they ask for seems to have an unexpected side.

The unexpected here includes an extended scene riffing on the personality of then-prominent sportsman John McEnroe, which does show that where the gentle moralistic side to book one hadn't aged, this has – just for different reasons. The expected perhaps includes a return to the crime-busting adventures of the first book, as another gang of thieves has to be interrupted. And again we're back to square one for the conclusion.

As for my conclusion, it is that these short stories are too average to have ever stood out were it not for the renown of the title character, who – to repeat – is also now an average kid and not what he was known for. Take the flatness away from the lad and what you get is, paradoxically, flat. This is a reasonable book – again given many new decent, digital illustrations for 2017's new editions – but previously we didn't have to settle for 'reasonable', we had really good. Obviously Mr Brown had little idea at the time of writing his debut that he would regret making his character lose what made him special, but he did, and what we're left with is nothing special either. It's just reasonably good.

I must thank the publishers for my review copy.

Beards From Outer Space by Gareth P Jones is a read for the same age range we've enjoyed recently.

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You can read more book reviews or buy Stanley and the Magic Lamp (Flat Stanley) by Jeff Brown and Rob Biddulph at Amazon.com.

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I loved the book. It was funny and cool. I liked the book because it had magic in it. I love to read magic books. My favorite part is about the liophant. I think you will like this book too.

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