The House with Chicken Legs Runs Away

Sophie Anderson is the real thing - a writer with true talent, courage and her own distinctive vision. The House with Chicken Legs Runs Away is a strange, beautiful and exciting book. * David Almond OBE FRSL, multi-award-winning author of Skellig *
Anderson's sublime sequel weaves together adventure, magic and fantasy in a story that will confidently stand side by side with her debut. This book will entrance fans old and new - simply gorgeous. * The Bookseller *
Brilliant, heartfelt and hopeful storytelling - a gorgeous book. * Thomas Taylor, multi-award-winning author of Malamander *
A tender take on change and growth, grief and acceptance. A sparkling, folkloric quest that beautifully captures the visceral importance of home - however that's defined. * Sharada Keats, Carnegie nominated author of These Stolen Lives *
To be back in Marinka's magical world was pure joy. The sequel is exquisitely crafted, full of jeopardy and flies with possibility. * Jasbinder Bilan, multi-award-winning author of Naeli and the Secret Song *
A novel for hearts young and old, and a true modern classic. Sophie Anderson is one of our finest storytellers, and The House With Chicken Legs Runs Away will wrap you in a warm hug glittering with stardust, and take you on an extraordinary adventure, before settling in your heart forever. * Nadine Aisha Jassat, Carnegie nominated author of The House At The Edge of The World *
Full of action and adventure with stunning illustrations, it weaves in themes of family, learning to trust yourself, growing from mistakes, the courage to travel your own path and how you look to the future. * Claire Linney, multi-award-winning author of Time Tub Travellers and the Silk Thief *
I loved revisiting the world of The House with Chicken Legs in this sequel. The story has the same charm and is filled with a love of folklore and wild places. We get to see lots of delicious food, lots more of Jack the Jackdaw, beautiful wild forests and gardens and even a little glimpse of how a Yaga House comes into being. There's also a good handful of drama and peril and FLYING involved. * Yarrow Townsend, Branford Boase shortlisted author of The Map of Leaves, New Forest National Park Writer in Residence 2024 *
If you're a fan of The House with Chicken Legs, you'll love this new spellbinding return! * Melissa Castrillón, award-winning illustrator, author and picture book maker *
Fairy-tale magic, adventure and friendship! * Books for Topics *
Another beauty from a master storyteller. Full of heart, and with the spirit of love and gratitude despite our losses, you'll love returning to Anderson's world. * Ashley Thorpe, Jhalak Prize shortlisted author of The Boy to Beat the Gods *
I loved The House with Chicken Legs for its originality, bravery and heart and the sequel is just as wonderful... Read this to your kids and you'll find things that make you reflect on your own life and that will open big important conversations with your children. * Nicola Davies, multi-award-winning author of The Song that Sings Us, Children's Laureate for Wales 2025-2027 *
A gripping adventure driven by danger and love... A superb story with just the perfectly judged non-dry-eyed ending. * A F Harrold, multi-award-winning author of The Worlds We Leave Behind *
Poignant & beautiful. An exciting adventure fuelled by love and friendship with heartfelt messages that will resonate with readers young and old. * Andy Shepherd, bestselling author of The Boy Who Grew Dragons series *
A hopeful, heart-expanding story of friendship, loss and found-family. * Rashmi Sirdeshpande, multi-award-winning author of Hari Kumar Ultimate Superstar *
Yet another classic by the Fabulous Sophie Anderson. * Sandra Agard, Hon. FRSL, Benson Medal awarded storyteller, author, literary consultant and cultural historian *
Packed with magic, adventure and fairytale wonders, The House with Chicken Legs Runs Away has every bit as much charm as its predecessor. * Sophie Kirtley, award-winning author of The Wild Way Home *