Skandar and the Secret Element: World Book Day 2026 by A.F. Steadman - Fiction - Paperback

Condition: Brand New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9781398552555. Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children's UK. Age Range: 8+ years. Overview. Celebrate World Book Day 2026 with this thrilling standalone adventure set in the world of the bestselling Skandar series. Albert never dreamed he would become a unicorn rider, yet he finds himself whisked away to a mysterious island to bond with a warrior unicorn and train in elemental magic. There he meets a boy called Skandar, who is hiding a dangerous secret of his own, setting the stage for an unforgettable short adventure perfect for young fantasy fans.. About the Book. Skandar and the Secret Element is a special World Book Day edition written by A.F. Steadman, author of the phenomenally successful Skandar series. The story follows Albert Chapman, a boy who never imagined he was destined for a life of elemental magic and unicorn riding, until he is unexpectedly transported to a hidden island where warrior unicorns and their riders train for battle. When Albert is paired with his own unicorn, he must quickly learn to master the elements and navigate the dangers of this extraordinary new world.. Albert's path soon crosses with Skandar, a boy harbouring a secret that could change everything. When the pair encounter a terrifying wild unicorn, they are thrown together in a high-stakes situation that will test their courage, their trust in one another, and their potential to become the heroes the island needs. Packed with elemental battles, u...