GOOGLE has put six games in your iPhone – and chances are you’ve missed them.

They are all completely free to play and can give you hours of fun.

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FIRST GAME – DINOSAUR GAME

One of the most famous Easter eggs that Google has hidden for you iPhone is the dinosaur game.

It is designed to keep you entertained when you lose internet access.

So it’s great if you’re stuck on a plane or your WiFi goes out, or if you’re just a bit bored.

To get this, turn off your Wi-Fi and mobile internet or turn on airplane mode.

Now load any website and wait for this to happen failure because you don’t have internet.

An error page will appear with a small dinosaur icon visible.

Tap the dinosaur and it starts running. Keep tapping to make him jump.

The idea is to run and jump to avoid the obstacles and achieve the highest score possible.

SECOND GAME – FLIPPER BALL

But wait, there’s more! Google has also put a secret game into its main iPhone app.

Go to the App Store and find the Google app if you don’t already have it.

Launch the app and then tap the tabs icon at the bottom of the screen.

Start quickly swiping up on the page with your fingers and thumbs.

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Get it right and a secret pinball game will appear.

Tap the left and right paddles to move them in an attempt to keep the ball up.

You earn points by breaking shapes, and lives are lost when the ball falls between the paddles.

Once you run out of lives, the game is over.

AND THE REST…

If these games aren’t enough for you, there are some code words that will help you unlock four more.

Go to a web browser and go to the regular Google search website.

You can type Snake and a version of the game will appear.

The same trick works if you type Solitaire, Tic Tac Toe and even Pac Man.

So if you’re a fan of arcade classics, this is the trick for you.

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It sank in the North Sea almost 700 years ago, ravaged by rough weather.

But scientists are searching for what’s left of Ravenser Odd, a short-lived medieval town on an island in the Humber estuary.

Described as ‘Yorkshire’s Atlantis’, the important coastal town – which is the subject of a new exhibition in Hull – flourished in the late 13th century.

It lay just west of Spurn Point, the very tip of the sinuous peninsula that separates the North Sea and the Humber Estuary.

Since 2021, two Hull academics have been conducting research into the city’s remains on the seabed using high-resolution seabed mapping equipment.

One of them is Dr Steve Simmons, a lecturer in energy and environment at the University of Hull, who said Ravenser Odd was once a ‘prosperous settlement’.

They hope to recover any remnants of the city, such as the foundations of the sea wall and the harbour, but so far they have had no success.

“Despite its relative importance in 1299, Ravenser Odd is largely forgotten today – because it disappeared, swallowed up by the North Sea,” said Dr. Simmons in an article for The conversation.

“Conditions in the estuary make it difficult to search for traces of the lost city.”

Both Ravenser Odd and its neighbor, Hull, received their charters from Edward I on the same day: April 1, 1299.

The charter made Ravenser Odd a recognized municipality and exempted merchants from certain taxes.

This allowed the city to build its own court, prison and chapel.

At its peak it had around 100 houses and a thriving market – and was an even more important port than Hull further up the Humber.

Within about half a century, the city’s fortunes faded.

‘By the mid-14th century, the storms and strong tidal currents of the North Sea began to take their toll on the settlement,’ said Dr Simmons.

‘A devastating blow was dealt in 1362 by the storm surge of the Sint-Marcellus flood, after which the city began to be abandoned.’

A historical map shows that other islands west of the Spurn Peninsula were also lost, with names such as Orwithfleet and Sunthorpe, but Ravenser Odd was the largest.

As a result of coastal erosion, it is not likely that entire islands will be weakened and lost over time, Dr. Simmons warns.

The Holderness coastline, north of the Spurn Peninsula, is the fastest eroding coastline in Europe.

The crumbling cliffs of soft boulder clay are retreating at an average rate of 2 meters per year.

Ravenser Odd is the subject of a new exhibition at the Hull History Center running until Thursday 30 May.

It contains important documents, including maps of medieval Hull and the original charters of Hull and Ravenser Odd, borrowed from the National Archives.

“Despite its proximity to Hull, the story of Ravenser Odd is relatively unknown,” says councilor Rob Pritchard, portfolio holder for Leisure and Culture.

‘An understanding of the Ravenser story and its implications for the wider Humber will enable Hull people to reflect on their own 800 years of maritime history and the opportunities to explore themes around Hull’s own development.

‘This exhibition will tell the story in many different ways and capture the imagination of residents, children and young people.’

While there is little doubt based on contemporary evidence that Ravenser Odd existed, the same cannot be said about Atlantis to which it is being compared.

It is said that the so-called ancient city was destroyed and submerged under the Atlantic Ocean, but that is not the case it is generally believed to have been invented by the Greek philosopher Plato.

Last year, another research team revealed that they had found the German equivalent of Atlantis: the city of Rungholt, which was sunk by a storm in 1362.

Before it was turned into a pub, this pub was an old cinema.

In the 1920s, the building of the former Palladium cinema was built in the Markthal.

The now Wetherspoons retains many of the historic features of the Edwardian era.

• The Opera House, Tunbridge Wells

Every year the Opera House in Tunbridge Wells celebrates the building’s past use.

For three days a year, the location is transformed into a theater where punters can watch the opera.

• The Winter Gardens, Harrogate

This Wetherspoons has beautiful winter gardens where punters can stroll after having a pint.

In the 1920s, café visitors could relax with their favorite company while listening to music played by the Municipal Orchestra.

• The Knights Templar, London

Lovers of drinking can get married at The Knights Templar Wetherspoons in London.

For just £3,000, the popular pub chain is offering an all-inclusive package, consisting of a three-course meal, DJ and table wine for 100 guests.

• The counting house, Glasgow

This location was previously owned by the Bank of Scotland.

Gamblers can still see the designs inspired by the Italian Renaissance.

• The Velvet Rollercoaster, Blackpool

The Velvet Coaster overlooks one of Britain’s most visited tourist attractions.

The pub is less than 150 meters from Blackpool Pleasure Beach and South Pier.

It’s one of the largest pubs in Britain and has a buzzing roof terrace.

• The North West, Lime Street Station, Liverpool

A £2 million redevelopment saw a Spoons pub emerge on the site of the former North Western Hotel.

The building is Garde II listed and has a vintage train station theme.

The North Western has a striking interior and features steam-inspired lighting fixtures and rail-themed artwork.

• The Rochester Castle, Stoke Newington, London

Founded in 1801, Rochester Castle remains the oldest Wetherpoons site.

Gamblers have been drinking there for more than 300 years.

Rochester Castle replaced a former pub, The Green Dragon, which was founded in 1702.

• The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas, Keswick

This quirky drink is inspired by the last place you want to end up after a night out: a prison.

The site in Keswick, Cumbria, is a renovated magistrates court and police station.

Pub visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy their drink from the ‘comfort’ of a former cell.

The unique pub has been renovated from an old church built in 1845.

Some of the original church features have been retained and the pub features a beautiful original stained glass window.

Perhaps punters will visit this Scottish Spoons venue to atone for all their drunken sins.

Aussies have been warned it is unfair to tell Centrelink recipients to ‘get a job’ – as the debate over welfare benefits reignites and benefits rise again.

From this week, five million Aussies will receive a cash boost of up to $20 every fortnight on Centrelink payments.

Centrelink’s payments are indexed for inflation every six months, with the 1.8 per cent increases that came into effect on Wednesday reflecting the combined Consumer Price Index increases in the September and December quarters.

Amid the rise in payments, many of those receiving Centrelink have heard the words ‘dole bludger’ or ‘get a job’ – but experts say these comments unfairly characterize those receiving benefits.

Elise Klein, senior lecturer in public policy at the Australian National University, recently set out the top four reasons why securing a job is not as easy as it seems to many at Centrelink.

She said many recipients are hampered by other volunteer commitments, have health issues, face financial challenges or are affected by the area where they live.

“Many people who are on social security do enormous amounts of unpaid work, especially unpaid work in healthcare,” Dr. Klein told ABC News late last year.

‘Another important part of this is that many people on JobSeeker have a disability or illness, so there is a tightening of eligibility for a disability pension.’

The tightening of disability pension criteria 12 years ago has meant that those on Centrelink benefits battling cancer and those with disabilities deemed unable to work part-time have been forced to receive lower Jobseeker’s Allowance, she explained out.

Dr. Klein called for the system to be reclassified.

“If you’re fighting cancer or know you have a disability, you’re not looking for work,” she added.

“You can’t be looking for work; You’re trying to stay alive.

‘The whole rationale behind JobSeeker is a complete mismatch with where people are.’

Location is also another big factor, especially in remote areas where there aren’t enough jobs.

The policy also creates a barrier for job seekers and Youth Allowance recipients, who have mutual obligations to actively look for work, attend job interviews, make appointments and receive training, she says.

Dr. Klein believes that the mutual obligations should be eliminated or revised.

“The payments are so low that it puts people below the poverty line, and that’s a big barrier for people to get out and look for work,” she said.

‘There is a huge amount of Australian-specific research showing that mutual obligations work against people.

‘People who are actually subject to mutual obligations don’t want them and say they are really damaging and affect their self-confidence and ability to go out and look for work.

‘They consume people’s valuable time and are at odds with reality.’

The Australian Council of Social Service has made calls for the federal government to increase income support payments following routine indexation increases.

According to CEO Cassandra Goldie, Jobseeker’s Allowance, Youth Allowance and related payments should be increased to the new pension rate of $80 per day so that recipients can afford basic necessities.

“The changes will still leave more than a million people dependent on JobSeeker and associated payments struggling to survive, with JobSeeker rising by just 96p a day to $55 a day,” Ms Goldie said this week.

“It is completely inadequate for people who are barely surviving, forced to ration food and medicine or suffering from the sweltering heat because they cannot afford to cool their homes.

‘With unemployment expected to rise this year, lifting income support is not only the right thing to do; it provides an essential buffer against falling living standards and increasing job losses.’

ADDICTED locals shouted “not our hidden gem” as their beloved garden center was threatened to make way for MORE homes.

The proposal to demolish the Dillywood Garden Center in Medway, Kent, has sparked a backlash as residents reject new plans for 12 four-bed houses.

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Fans have been singing the praises of the independent, ‘great value’ garden center for years, while raving about its ‘excellent’ tea and cakes.

The social center is now at risk as Medway Council considers an application from Planning Insight, on behalf of Provectus Developments.

The controversial developer wants to demolish the nursery in a bid to bring more housing to the area, as reported by KentOnline.

Their application statute stated: “The continued use of the site as a garden center is no longer feasible.

“The integrated development proposal makes efficient and effective use of the existing underutilized garden centre.

“The new homes would not result in significant damage to or loss of public or private land that contributes positively to the local character of the area.”

TRAFFIC HELL

But residents fear that even more housing will stretch the area’s already narrow roads to their limits and create travel chaos.

Elizabeth Turpin, Strood Rural ward councilor, explained: “Dillywood Lane is incredibly narrow so there may be an increase in transport.

“With multiple cars per home, this will probably cause problems, because it is not a location where you can really live without a car.”

Locals said it would be “a shame” if Dillywood were forced to pull down the shutters for good, destroying “job losses”.

Meanwhile, parish secretary Emma Johnson argued that new housing development would be “unsustainable” along the “single railway”.

The concerned official was concerned about the increased traffic flow “with limited passing places”.

“There were also concerns about development on green belt land, and councilors also wanted to ask whether the old Medway railway tunnel passes through this area and whether this has been investigated,” she added.

Frindsbury Extra Parish Council has also objected to the plans due to traffic fears.

HIDDEN GEM

A disappointed local resident said: “It’s a shame to see the garden center disappear, it’s a great shop.

“We have always used them because they are much cheaper than some of the other local ones.

“The people who work there are all so nice too.”

Another praised the location: “There was a nice range of gifts and plants and there was room for tea and cake.”

Someone else wrote: “The food is excellent, the shop itself is a hidden gem, by that I mean hard to find – but well worth the trip.”

“The cafe is fantastic and great value,” praised a fourth.

FEAR OF THE COUNCIL

It comes after developers originally submitted an application for 36 homes but were advised to scale back the plans.

Medway Council rejected the large number on several grounds, including road safety and flooding.

If Provectus Developments gets the green light, the controversial new homes will each have three parking spaces.

In addition, there will be another 48 bicycle sheds on the estate.

A decision is expected to be made on May 20.

It comes after locals in Kent were outraged by a neighbour’s ‘alien’ hut.

They claim the structure was built without permission and has turned their area into a ‘shopping centre’.

There have been angry protests after the property sales hut was erected in a Kent beauty spot.

Elsewhere in Kent, a hotelier was so concerned about the demolition of a neighboring pub for new housing that he bought it himself.

• The images were taken by British nature photographer Stuart Benson
• The big cat hides on an Indian hill in Rajasthan known as Leopard Hills

By Taryn Pedler

Published: 08:01 EDT, March 19, 2024 | Updated: 1:14 PM EDT, March 19, 2024

Web agency Updated: Mar 19, 2024 09:13 IST

Beyond the majestic hill slopes, Shillong tantalizes me with decades-old hearthside delicacies following grandma’s recipes, innovatively laid out and chic bistros that lend inventive Khasi touches to world cuisine, urging foodies to come and enjoy flavors of hill stations extend over roots and shores.

Let’s venture to 6 incredible places that are guaranteed to make you enjoy Shillong’s culinary tapestry – one flavorful bite at a time.

1. Dejavu – Fusion Dining and Karaoke Haven

Nestled in the heart of Shillong, Dejavu stands out as a captivating restaurant cum lounge bar, attracting customers with its unique charm and vibrant ambiance. Catering mainly to the younger crowd, Dejavu offers a perfect blend of delectable cuisine and lively music, making it a sought-after destination for those looking for an unforgettable dining experience. The soft glow of dimmed lighting envelops the restaurant, creating a tranquil atmosphere that offers a respite from the hustle and bustle of city life. A standout feature of Dejavu is its exclusive karaoke station, a rare offering in Shillong, allowing guests to unleash their inner rock star while enjoying delicious dishes.

• Police Point, Laitumkhrah | Dejavu Restaurant, 3rd Floor, Branto Complex Building, Red Hill Rd, Shillong 793003, India.
• Dejavu welcomes guests from 12:00 to 22:00, so you can enjoy the offer at both lunch and dinner.
• With an average cost of INR 1000 for two, Dejavu offers an affordable yet delicious dining experience.
• Treat your taste buds to signature dishes such as the honey-glazed roast pork and spicy chicken corn soup, ensuring a culinary journey that delights all the senses.

2. Cafe Shillong – Where flavors meet artistry!

Cafe Shillong exudes comfort through delectable global bites coupled with charming street-side seating, allowing us to enjoy the vibrant capital of the state. Under artistic walls, tuck into a wood-fired thin-crust chicken tikka pizza or savor the complex textures of Burmese Khow Suey, while melodies from nearby performances light up the atmosphere. For food that pleases both the eye and the palate, Cafe Shillong is at the top of my list!

• Award-winning open-air lounge café
• Globally inspired fusion food menu
• Young creative meeting place in the middle of the city center
• Occasional performances by live music bands

3. Dylan’s Cafe – Celebrating the music legend

Dylan’s Cafe keeps me hooked with quirky bric-a-brac celebrations in honor of music icon Bob Dylan, while satisfying the hunger with generous burgers, salads and more. Enjoy fruit smoothies under cool pop art walls as you admire Dylan’s journey captured through memorabilia. For artsy bites combined with music nostalgia, this little cafe hits all the right notes!

• Award-winning music-themed cafe
• Serves snacks, burgers, healthy bowls, etc
• Youth-friendly prices attract student crowds
• Dylan’s song in the background

4. Red Rice Restaurant – Southeast Asian flavors

Take your taste buds on an exotic journey without a passport at Red Rice Asian restaurant, featuring chef’s special stir-fries, aromatic Thai curries and more made from culinary treasures of the East. Beneath elegant works of art, enjoy the bursting flavors of tender chili lamb, beautifully paired with white rice, as culinary wisdom from different cultures merges to delight your taste buds impeccably. For experimental Asian flavors combined with slick hospitality, Red Rice always delivers!.

• Award-winning gastronomic restaurant with modern Asian cuisine
• Specialized in Thai, Vietnamese and Oriental delicacies
• Sophisticated modern, minimalist interiors
• Extensive pan-Asian menu

5. The Living Roof – Scenic outdoor delights

Literally on a hilltop, the Living Roof cafe makes evenings special with thin-crust wood-fired pizzas, creamy pastas and more Asian dishes from their compact world menu. Under fairy lights, grilled meat dishes become irresistible while a light breeze caresses us and reminds us of the sublime decision to dine outside for an unparalleled view!

• Chic open-air lounge café
• Offers a selection of Indian, Chinese and Italian dishes
• Outdoor seating with panoramic views of the valley and city
• Cocktails and mocktails menu

6. Bamboo Hut Restaurant – native tribal flavors

I discover relatively unexplored gems from the indigenous cuisines of the North East at Bamboo Hut, dramatically designed as a tribal hut. Enjoy the unique texture of skewers under traditional wood carvings or try the rice beer while cultural performances keep you company. If you want to experience the traditions of North Eastern cuisine in an innovative and authentic way, you can stop by Bamboo Hut, where little surprises promise you.

• Award-winning cultural themed restaurant
• Showcases Northeastern tribal cuisine through pork and shellfish dishes
• Daily dinner performances by ethnic artists
• Seating derived from a tribal hut theme

Through decades-old hearth delights innovatively plated in sleek spaces and carefully blending global influences with indigenous goodness – Shillong keeps my taste buds excited with its multi-faceted flavors that span roots and coasts.

This mind-blowing optical illusion can reveal whether you have a high IQ if you can see the hidden details in the photo.

Sounds easy, right? But there’s a catch: you only have 20 seconds to identify them all.

At first glance, the mind-bending drawing is just a sketch of a black tree and its branches, against a white background.

However, there are five hidden animals in the monochrome image, which are harder to spot because the color has been removed.

To take on the challenge, simply set a timer for 20 seconds and cast your gaze between the branches.

If you can find all five animals before time runs out, you may have a higher IQ than most.

Challenging yourself with a visual teaser is a great way to engage your brain power and some of your senses.

However, if this has you scratching your head, here are a few pointers:

• All five animals you are looking for are birds
• Three are smaller and two are larger
• On the left side of the tree are three animals

If you’re still struggling to find all the hidden creatures, stop scrolling now as the answers are revealed in the image below.

The animals to spot were three smaller chicks and two roosters, which are now shaded orange so you can see them.

If you didn’t manage to solve the mind-boggling puzzle this time, don’t worry because there are many more brain teasers and illusions you can try.

Another optical illusion can reportedly reveal a person’s true personality depending on which animal he sees first.

The black and white photo, shared by Times nowshows both a cat and a mouse.

The test can show whether someone is independent and curious or has a more cautious personality.

Simply look at the image below and see which animal catches your attention first. Then read on to find out what it means.

If your eyes have naturally wandered to the black cat, which is most of the image, it means that your personality traits are similar to those of the feline animal.

You are independent and curious, but also mysterious and playful.

Like most domestic cats, you are not dependent on others and prefer to do things yourself.

You are naturally curious and always looking to learn new things and ask more questions.

You switch easily between work and play and often lure others in with your mysterious personality.

If you saw the mouse first, which is smaller on the page, it means you are more careful.

You may be quite shy and reserved, but this does not mean that you are unaware of your surroundings.

Those who first saw the mouse are both observant and timid: they always look at what is happening around them.

You are also flexible and resourceful and know what to do when faced with problems and difficult situations.

They are often cleared out to charity shops or left to gather dust in the attic, but your favourite books from childhood could actually be worth a fortune, experts have revealed.

A perfectly intact copy of the first edition The Very Hungry Caterpillar (1969) could fetch more than £12,000, while a first edition of Dr Seuss’s The Cat In The Hat (1957) could be worth £13,300.

It comes after a misspelled proof copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone which cost just 13p sold for £14,432 when a private UK buyer made the winning bid at Hansons Auctioneers at Bishton Hall in Staffordshire.

The novel – which was bought at a second-hand book shop in 1997 as a ‘throw in’ with a couple of other novels for a total of 40p – misspells JK Rowling’s name as ‘JA Rowling’ on the inside cover and uses the author’s full first name ‘Joanne’. 

Could your children’s book be valued for thousands of pounds? Find out what the novels on your bookshelf could be worth below: 

THE CAT IN THE HAT

Most adults will have happy memories of reading the Dr Seuss stories as children, with their whimsical rhymes and magic illustration.

‘Books and stories can really shape us as children, and classic stories such as these hold a lot of really special memories for us as adults,’ Oxbridge’s Head of Digital, Riman Verma, previously told MailOnline.

It might be time to make a new memory, as a hardback first edition (1957) of Dr Seuss’s The Cat In The Hat could get you a staggering £13,300, depending on the condition of your copy.

A first edition (1957) was recently valued at £13,300.

THE HOBBIT

The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien remains popular today and is regarded as a classic in children’s literature.

Set in Middle-earth, the novel follows Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit, on a quest to reclaim his home from the dragon Smaug.

If you have a first, second or second revised edition of the story, you could be sitting on a fortune as research shows that copies of this book can reach up to £45,000 in value.

The 1,500 first edition copies published in the UK in 1937 by Allen & Unwin are the most sought after. A 1937 first edition sold for £45,050 in 2003.

THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR 

A perfectly intact copy of The Very Hungry Caterpillar could fetch more than £12,000.

The plot follows a caterpillar who eats a variety of food before pupating and transforming into a butterfly. 

British antiques expert David Harper, who conducted research in 2019 in collaboration with HomeProtect Insurance, explained that unlike obvious investment pieces like vintage watches or rare designer handbags, children’s books are more likely to be overlooked. 

‘A children’s book worth hundreds or thousands of pounds, may have an old price ticket inside the cover of just a couple of pounds,’ Mr Harper previously explained.

‘It could be that it’s a bit thumbed and looks valueless, so it’s likely to be thrown away or given to a local charity, only later to be discovered by an eagle-eyed collector.’ 

ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is considered Lewis Carroll’s best work.

The story is based on a young girl who falls asleep in a meadow and dreams that she follows the White Rabbit down a rabbit hole – where she meets a number of eccentric characters, such as The Mad Hatter. 

But only 2,000 copies of the 1865 edition were printed as illustrator John Tenniel disliked the print quality. 

Subsequently, these coveted editions now come with seven-figure price tags. 

The following edition, released in December of 1865 but dated 1866, only had 4,000 copies – and also carry high price tags.  

HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER’S STONE 

The first book of JK Rowling’s Harry Potter series, which spanned seven books and eight films, was released in 1997.

It has since gained worldwide popularity, selling more than 500 million copies worldwide, having been translated into eighty languages.

If you have one of the original versions, you could have up to a staggering £95,000 sitting on your bookshelf.

The first paperback edition first impression, published in 1997, could be worth £30,000.

A true first hardcover edition, also published in 1997, was valued to be worth around £95,000.

But it is only worth the five-figure sum if it is a hardback copy with the numbers 10 to 1 printed down the back of the title page, Matthew Haley, director and head of books and manuscripts at auction house Bonhams, previously told MailOnline.

THE WINNIE THE POOH COLLECTION 

A. A. Milne’s Winnie The Pooh stories were some of the most popular to read to children.

The author wrote and published the books in the 1920s, with publications between 1924 and 1928.

Do you remember reading the original stories and poems from the classic Winnie-the-Pooh collections, before Disney’s version became the more well-known image?

If so, check your bookshelves as the full collection of the four books (Winnie The Pooh, The House At Pooh Corner, When We Were Very Young, and Now We Are Six) could be worth around £17,500.

The first editions, published between 1924 and 1928, could get you up to £17,500, while a first edition, single book, published in 1926, could get you £5,000.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Charles Dickens’s Christmas tale of Scrooge and his three Christmas Ghosts is a classic which returns every festive season.

A true first edition of the 1843 novel could get you up to £33,000 with specialist sellers.

A second US edition (1844) could be worth £8,750 while a hardback first edition, first issue (1843) is estimated to be worth £12,500.

Meanwhile, a true first edition, first printing, also published in 1843, is expected to fetch around £33,000.

THE GREMLINS 

Roald Dahl’s first children’s book was written for Walt Disney Productions in 1943.

The UK first edition from 1944 and US first edition from 1943 are sought after by collectors of both Dahl and Disney.

The book tells the story of the mischievous creatures, part of Royal Air Force folklore, who use them as an explanation of mechanical mishaps.

Their motivation for sabotaging British aircraft is revenge for the destruction of their forest home, which was destroyed to build an aircraft factory.

Estimated as the most valuable of all the author’s works, if you find one of these lying around it could fetch you £12,500.

THE BFG

One of Roald Dahl’s most popular novels, many millennials read the story of The Big Friendly Giant during childhood.

The plot is an extension of an earlier book – Danny, Champion of the World – and follows an orphan named Sophie as she goes on an adventure with the BFG.

For a 1982 first edition and first impression copy of the book, collectors are willing to splash £3,250.

However for a book to be successful, it must be both complete – no missing pages – and in excellent condition.

‘Any damage or missing pages can decrease value significantly,’ Mr Harper said. ‘Most 20th century books also need to have their original dust-jacket to be of collectable value.’

THE TALE OF PETER RABBIT 

Beatrix Potter’s The Tale Of Peter Rabbit (1901) follows a mischievous young rabbit called Peter as he ventures into the garden of Mr McGregor.

It has remained popular among children for more than a century and has seen many adaptions through new book editions, TV series and films.

This beautiful classic from Beatrix Potter can reach almost £15,000 if you have a version sitting on your bookshelf.

A first UK edition (1903) could be worth £1,500 while a first deluxe issue (1907) could get you £2,500.

A first trade edition, deluxe issue, was valued at £12,500, while a hardback first edition, first printing, could be worth a whopping £14,700.

THE VELVETEEN RABBIT

The Velveteen Rabbit tells the tale of a stuffed toy who wishes to become real through the love of his owner.

Both the US and UK editions were published in 1922, featuring seven full-page illustrations by William Nicholson.

A US first edition sold for £11,055 in 2013.

‘If you have an extremely old, rare or a book similar to the ones on this list, which is in good condition, you really could be looking at a small fortune,’ Mr Haley told MailOnline.