Sharon sits down to a dull Christmas lunch, but one opened cracker later she
is dealing with genies, wishes, vicious neighbours and a bizarre place called
the Joke Factory. This tale has a twist-and-turn plot that should be suitable
for children between the ages of eight and twelve years.

About the Author
Terry Dearys first ever book was The Custard Kid, published by A&C Black in
1978. He has since gone on to have over 120 titles published and translated
into 28 languages. Terry is best-known for his non-fiction, including the
Horrible Histories, but fiction is what he likes doing best and he does it
brilliantly in Black Cats which contains several of his stories.