One bar.
One big secret.
Open the clues to discover the world of the book. There are no ending spoilers here.
No bars. No chunks. Not a single square.
For Armitage and his friend Ruby, that’s the world they know. Then they hear that one chocolate bar might still exist…
Mystery, humour and a rather important mission.

Open the clues to discover the world of the book. There are no ending spoilers here.
An exciting tale, filled with suspense and twists. Thought-provoking and a brilliant read.
Isaac
It's one of the best books I've read because you can read it lots of times and not get bored.
Nikko
I really loved this book and I was so sad when it was left on a cliffhanger because once you start reading it, you just can't stop!
Zoe
Like others have said - a bit reminiscent of Dahl - you can read over and over again.
Rafe
A fast-moving adventure with mystery, humour and surprising discoveries. At its heart is a child who finds courage he didn’t know he had.
Ideal for readers aged 7–11, family read-aloud time and school libraries.
Mark is available for author readings in schools and libraries, helping children discover the fun of a story they can’t wait to finish.
He can read from The Last Chocolate Bar in the World, share where the idea came from and get children talking about the characters, their choices and what might happen next. The aim is simple: inspire more children to read for pleasure.
Enquire about an author visit ↗Suitable for primary school groups and library audiences aged around 7–11.
Mark is a former BBC and ITV journalist, speaker and storyteller. The Last Chocolate Bar in the World is his children’s novel – an adventure about friendship, fear and finding your courage.
Steve Beckett is an artist whose work has appeared in beloved British comics including The Beano and The Dandy. His illustrations bring the book’s world and characters to life.

The imprint behind The Last Chocolate Bar in the World.
Paperback, signed copy, or ask your local bookshop or library.
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