The Serial Garden by Joan Aiken is a collection of enchanting stories featuring the adventures of the unconventional family, the Mortimer's, and their connection to a magical garden that defies the laws of reality. The garden serves as a portal to whimsical realms, where the characters encounter peculiar creatures and embark on fantastical escapades. Each tale blends humor and charm with a touch of the surreal, inviting readers to explore themes of imagination, family bonds, and the wonders of nature. Aiken's lyrical prose and vivid storytelling create a captivating atmosphere that delights both children and adults alike. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children at US 4th grade+.

This book has been graded for interest at 10-13 years.

There are 320 pages in this book. This book was published in 2012 by Small Beer Press .

Joan Aiken is one of the best loved authors of the twentieth century, and has written over a hundred books for young readers and adults, including "A Necklace of Raindrops," "The Winter Sleepwalker and Other Stories," and "The Youngest Miss Ward. " Best known for The Wolves of Willoughby Chase, Joan Aiken (1924-2004) wrote over a hundred books. After her first husband's death, she supported her family by copyediting at Argosy magazine and an advertising agency, then began publishing fiction. She went on to write for Vogue, Good Housekeeping, Vanity Fair, Argosy, Women's Own, and many others. The two Australian authors, Anna Fienberg and Garth Nix, live in Sydney. Anna is known for her popular stories for all age groups. Garth is known for his teenage fantasy novels.