The Jolley-Rogers - a pirate family, are moving to Dull-on-Sea, a quiet seaside town. Stopping to fix up their ship, this unusual family get the whole neighbourhood spreading rumours. Defying the grown-ups, Matilda from next door decides to become friends with the youngest pirate son. When the Jolley-Rogers leave, the town discovers they were wrong to assume the worst - the pirate clan have buried treasure in everyone's gardens (shown in a stunning double-gatefold). Matilda feels sad until she discovers her own treasure - an incredibly exciting new pen friend.
The first sensational book in the bestselling Jolley-Rogers seriesWith his unique and hilarious illustrations, author and illustrator Jonny Duddle brings this adventure to lifeThe Pirates Next Door won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2012 and was shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize. The Pirate Cruncher was shortlisted for the Best Children's Illustrated Book at The English Association Book Awards (2009).This trilogy of Jonny Duddle picture books has sold over 914,000 copies worldwide (as of October 2022). 
