Tales from Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet : Retold in Modern Day English

Romeo and Juliet were never meant to fall in love: their families are at war and they are forbidden to meet! Yet, the star-crossed lovers cannot bear to be apart and will do whatever it takes to be together... Series description: This series retells some of Shakespeare's most well-loved plays in a fun and accessible way. Illustrations throughout the book offer a visual dynamic to young readers, which brings the stories to life and captivates their imagination. Available in this series: Macbeth, Plaisted/Shimony, 978-1-60992-239-9; A Midsummer Night's Dream, Plaisted/Shimony, 978-1-60992-237-5; Romeo and Juliet, Plaisted/Shimony, 978-1-60992-236-8; The Tempest, Plaisted/Shimony, 978-1-60992-238-2.

Caroline Plaisted has written more than 60 books for children. Before becoming a full-time writer, Caroline worked as an editor in Children's books and for the BBC. She now lives in Kent.

Yaniv Shimony is an illustrator, comic artist and graphic designer. After a number of years working in advertising as an art director he chose to pursue his passion in illustration and became freelance. Most of his works are for children's books, magazines and adverts. He currently lives in London.