'Sometimes,
' whispered Jody.
'I think school dinners would be alright if it wasn't for her.' Mrs Chipchase,
the nasty dinner lady, makes lunch hour at St Barty's really unpleasant. That
is, for everyone but her 'favourite friend', Hamish Bigmore. Up to his usual
tricks, Hamish is allowed to eat chocolate instead of ghastly school dinners!
Mr Majeika decides it's time to sort out the menu...

Reviews
Delightful (Daily Telegraph )

About the Author.
Humphrey Carpenter wrote for both adults and children. His adult titles
include THE OXFORD COMPANION TO CHILDREN'S LITERATURE and an acclaimed
biography of Tolkein. He also contributed regularly to radio and TV on matters
relating to children's literature."