Chaaya and her football-mad brother Jaden are totally unaware that an incredible experience is about to transform their entire summer holiday. An amazing 'golden' sound is heard at midnight, and a large shiny object suddenly fills their back yard. Difficult decisions have to be made, and the family, their friends and neighbours are affected in the most unexpected ways. Who is the mysterious stranger with a guinea pig, and how is Jaden's life changed for ever when he shows kindness to a homeless person? Children and adults must face challenges together in this unique mystery, adventure, football and science fiction story for ages 8 to 12. Every reader of this book can listen to and sing a song called 'Midnight Grocer, Who are You?' All you have to do is to go to a special YouTube performance. https://youtu.be/xL7gIYY1oIM Listen to the song, get to know it, then sing along - the words appear as you hear them. The song has been specially written for you by Brian Beresford.

As a father, teacher and headteacher Brian Beresford has always enjoyed storytelling. He is also a composer and songwriter, producing music for schools in the UK and beyond. Whether writing stories or music for children he aims to bring happiness to the reader, listener or performer. He hopes that 'The Midnight Grocer' is a book that the reader cannot bear to put down!