Young NZ Author

Ben Spies is a young author living on the beautiful Kapiti Coast in New Zealand. Ben’s passion for writing led him to become a published author at the young age of nine with his first book, Weirdo. The Magic Pencil followed soon after at age ten, and The World of Greek Mythology at age eleven. Ben is thirteen years old now and is not showing any signs of slowing down. He has just finished writing his fourth book and first sci-fi novel - 2020 - which will be published at the end of the year.

Congratulations Ben!!
The World of Greek Mythology won Bronze medal at the Moonbeam Children's Book Award!!!

Recent books by young New Zealand author - Ben Spies

Ben's first book - Weirdo

NZ$16.00

Written by: Young NZ author Ben Spies

Illustrated by: Robert Spies

If your children love the funny stories by Andy Griffiths and the Tom Gates series they will enjoy this book. Weirdo is written by a nine year old author from New Zealand who can't stop writing! Inspired by his favourite books - The Treehouse Series - Ben started writing his own stories to entertain his peers with an authentic voice only a child can have. Weirdo is a story about a boy who recently lost his parents. He now lives by himself. He has no friends at school and everyone thinks he is weird... Well, there are some pretty weird things he does sometimes! But can Ugine be happy again? Join him in this little sweet story about friendship, courage, determination and weird adventure!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Young NZ author Ben Spies wrote ‘Weirdo’ when he was nine years old. A wild imagination and a passion for writing were the main ingredients that inspired Ben to start writing books. Since Weirdo, he hasn’t stopped writing and his new book – ‘The Magic Pencil’ followed soon after.

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The Magic Pencil

NZ$18.00

Written by: Young NZ author Ben Spies

Illustrated by: Robert Spies

A school boy. A magic pencil. One chance to save the world.

When Bob finds an innocent-looking pencil on his way to school, little does he realize his life will never be the same again. Anything it draws magically comes to life.

Unknown to Bob, a dangerous gang of villains are not far behind. Desperately searching for the Magic Pencil, the Fakeys want to use the power of the pencil to take over the world and they will let nothing stand in their way.

In a race against time, can Bob and his friends stay one step ahead of the Fakeys to save the world?

The Magic Pencil is an extraordinary adventure full of action and imaginative scenarios.

If you like Roald Dahl and David Walliams' books, then you'll love this novel by Kiwi junior author Ben Spies.

The Magic Pencil is written by 10 year old author Ben Spies. The true point of difference in Ben's books is that they are written by a child, for children. Through a child's eyes and with a child's voice.

Order your copy of The Magic Pencil today and embark on Ben's latest adventure

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Ben Spies wrote his first book, Weirdo, when he was nine years old. The Magic Pencil followed soon after at age ten. The true point of difference in Ben’s books is that they are written by a child, for children. Through a child’s eyes and with a child’s voice.

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The World of Greek Mythology

NZ$21.00 NZ$20.00

Written by: Young NZ author Ben Spies

The 2019 winner of the Moonbeam Children's Book Award bronze medal - Best Book by a Youth Author

Ever wondered what the Greek myths look like through the eyes of a child?

Eleven-year-old author, Ben Spies, writes his version of some of the most thrilling tales from Greek mythology.

From Titans to Olympians, The World of Greek Mythology delivers an action-packed retelling of the myths, from how the world was created to a personal take on some of the greatest and mightiest gods and goddesses.

Ben adds his quirky humour to each chapter as we follow the drama of the legendary Trojan War and the epic voyage of Odysseus. But be warned: the gruesome world of Greek mythology is not for the faint of heart… get ready for bloody battles and horrible deaths.

If you love Greek mythology, or you’re keen to learn more, this book is sure to delight and captivate your imagination.

(You can read some awesome reviews below the page)

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Ben’s passion for writing led him to become a published author at the young age of nine with his first book, Weirdo. The Magic Pencil followed soon after, at age ten. The World of Greek Mythology is Ben’s third book and he shows no signs of slowing down.

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2020

NZ$21.00 NZ$20.00

Written by: Young NZ author Ben Spies

Earth's orbit is moving closer to the Sun and our planet is heating up at an alarming rate.

The spacecraft sent by NASA, to find a new home for the human race, has been destroyed by an alien force..

Twelve-year-old Jacob and his mother, Susan, are fighting for survival while witnessing the horrors of an apocalyptic world. With so many threats to our planet, the true enemy may not come from outer space, but from right here among us.

Susan and Jacob are quickly running out of time. However, hope might be on its way after all...

just not from where they expected.

Will Susan and Jacob survive? Or will they fall prey to this dreadful, chaotic world?

2020 is the fourth novel from teenage author, Ben Spies. Ben was the bronze medal winner at the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards for the best book by youth author with his book The World of Greek Mythology.

If you like heart-pounding action, high-stakes drama, and all things alien and sci-fi, you’ll love Ben’s new book.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Ben’s passion for writing led him to become a published author at the young age of nine with his first book, Weirdo. The Magic Pencil followed soon after at age ten, and The World of Greek Mythology at age eleven, which won him a bronze medal at the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards. 2020 is Ben’s fourth book and first science fiction.

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