The Day Death Died
Tanya Landman author Cinthya Alvarez illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Published:6th Nov '25
Should be back in stock very soon

(Dyslexia-friendly)
When Jack gives Death a taste of his own medicine, he’s unprepared for life in a world where nothing dies. An engaging quick-read for seriously struggling readers from award-winning author Tanya Landman.
When Jack gives Death a taste of his own medicine, he’s unprepared for life in a world where nothing dies. An engaging quick-read for seriously struggling readers from award-winning author Tanya Landman.
Jack’s mum is ill and Jack is devastated when Death arrives to take her away. Jack doesn’t want to let her go, so he fights back and drives Death away.
But what consequences will there be when Death is banished from the world?
Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 6.
"Showcasing the bone-deep power of short stories, Tanya Landman’s The Day Death Died is a fine piece of writing. Aimed at 11+-year-olds with a reading age of six, it’s also an incredibly arresting tale – chilling, thrilling and thoroughly thought-provoking as it sees a boy drive Death from his mother’s door, with unexpected consequences." — LoveReading4Kids
"Older children and reluctant teens, who are seriously struggling with their reading, will love … quick, gripping and age-appropriate books which fill a crucial gap for EAL (English as an additional language) learners … designed to build confidence in independent reading." — Lancashire Post
"In such a short book, Tanya Landman manages to create a very atmospheric and compelling story through really carefully chosen language and short, powerful sentences. Highly illustrated, it is a story sure to provoke both thought and discussion, capture the interest of even the most reluctant reader." — Through the Bookshelf, blog
"Looking for a short, gripping novel specifically designed for Y6+ readers who are struggling with reading or perhaps EAL learners? Then check out The Day Death Died … A short, sharp, powerful plot & accessible language." — Check 'Em Out Books, blog
ISBN: 9780008764890
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 2mm
Weight: 70g
32 pages