Books by Lauren Child

Book SynopsisA classic Charlie and Lola picture book about starting school worries, from Children's Laureate Lauren Child.Charlie's little sister Lola is nearly big enough to go to school. But Lola is not so sure...Lola says, "I am absolutely not BIG. I am still really quite small. I probably do not have time to go to school. I am too extremely busy doing important things at home." This classic first-day-at-school tale addresses children's fears with warmth, humour, and a lot of fun.As seen on CBeebies!'No first-timer should start school without this book' - The Sunday TimesTrade ReviewAn imaginative and beautiful tale... Excellent * The Sun *Lauren Child is so good it's exhilarating * Independent *Child gives a simple story about starting school extra layers of complexity and humour * Books for Keeps *Exciting, funny and memorable * Child Care *Lauren Child is a star * Guardian *A unique talent * Sunday Telegraph *No first-timer should start school without this book * The Sunday Times *A must for any child...she writes about the trials of childhood with a clairvoyant eye * The Independent *Deals sympathetically with children's fears surrounding the first day of school * Teesside Evening Telegraph *An exciting, funny and memorable read for both carers and children * Child Care *Done with all Child's usual wit and idiosyncratic style * Children's Bookseller *Fresh, provocative and sharp-witted * Carousel *With the author's trademark collages, funky, curly writing and soaring leaps of imagination, this book is set to become a modern classic * Daily Mail *This is a winner either as a read-aloud or for independent perusal * School Library Journal *Go straight out and beg, borrow or steal a copy of Lauren Child's latest book * Angels & Urchins *Perfect preparation for school - not preachy or scary, just charming * Scottish Sunday Mail *An exceptional starting school book full of diversity in print, presentation and illustration * Scholastic *Child is the Tracey Emin of illustration for young children: provocative, fearless, funny but full of spirit and warmth * The Independent *An imaginative and beautiful tale * The Sun *Lauren Child is a must for any child...feels fresh and instantly consoling * The Independent *The perfect preparation for reception as it covers many of the normal fears about starting school * Mumsnet *No first-timer should start school without this book * The Sunday Times *An imaginative and beautiful tale... Excellent * The Sun *Lauren Child is so good it's exhilarating * Independent *Lauren Child is a star * Guardian *A unique talent * Sunday Telegraph *Child gives a simple story about starting school extra layers of complexity and humour * Books for Keeps *Exciting, funny and memorable * Child Care *Child gives a simple story about starting school extra layers of complexity and humour. * Books for Keeps *Child is the Tracey Emin of illustration for young children: provocative, fearless, funny, but full of spirit and warmth. * The Independent *An exciting, funny and memorable read for both carers and children. * Child Care *An imaginative and beautiful tale... Excellent. * The Sun *

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Book SynopsisA classic Charlie and Lola picture book about fussy eating. Perfect for difficult dinner times!Lola will not peas. In fact she won't eat carrots, potatoes, mushrooms, cabbage or baked beans. And she will absolutely not ever NEVER eat a tomato. But when Charlie explains that peas are actually green drops from Greenland, and carrots are really orange twiglets from Jupiter, even Lola is tempted to clear her plate...Told with true Lauren Child style, this warm and funny picture book will make dinner time fun for even the fussiest of eaters!Winner of the Kate Greenaway MedalTrade ReviewBrilliant * Sunday Telegraph *So good, it's exhilarating * Independent *A superb book to make you laugh out loud * Bookseller *A fun look at the problem of fussy eating * motherandbaby.co.uk *A mischievous wit and cunning simplicity which, although it may have baffled some traditionalists, is still instantly embraced and understood by children * Books For Keeps *A paean to the early resistance years that are toddlerdom * The Guardian *One of my favourite books for children...The story is compelling and the pictures enchanting, but the typography is not what you would expect. The letters vary in shape and size, some lines are straight and others meander across the page. Young children love this; those who cannot yet read pick out the letters; those who can, love the variation and delight at being able to cope with it. -- Sue Walker * Books For Keeps *Brilliant design and a delight to share * NLA Guide to Literary Resources *A wonderful corrective for picky eaters * The Sunday Times *Your offspring will be drawn in by the off-the-wall visuals that mix line drawings and patterns with photographs, creating a world that is absolutely grounded in reality yet also wildly imaginative * The Guardian *A fresh and very funny picture book * Bookseller *A brilliantly designed book from cover, typography and illustration to endpapers and will amuse all those fussy eaters out there * Literacy & Learning *Brilliant design and a delight to share * Guide to Literary Resources *Teatime will never be the same again after this glorious book by the Smarties Prize-winning author * Daily Mail *Only Lauren Child could come up with an idea as successfully wacky as this -- Nicholas Tucker * The Independent *[Child] brings an eclecticism and freshness to her work that appeals directly to children * Financial Times *A fun look at fussy eating * Mother and baby.co.uk *Quirky imagination and wry humour make this a wonderful book * Time Out *

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Book SynopsisChirton Krauss is a good child - the very goodest. He does everything he is told, when he is told. He even does good things without being told. He eats his broccoli, he goes to bed on time and he never, ever sticks his finger up his nose.Meanwhile, Chirton''s sister, Myrtle, is NOT a good child. She stays up late, she never cleans out the rabbit''s hutch and she drops her choco puffs all over the carpet!But what will happen when Chirton Krauss decides that being THE GOODY isn''t so good after all?A charmingly funny story about the importance of kindness, and allowing children the freedom to be themselves. From Lauren Child, multi-award-winning creator of Charlie and Lola and Waterstone''s Children''s Laureate 2017-2019.

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Book SynopsisA classic Charlie and Lola picture book about fussy eating from Children's Laureate Lauren Child - now in a brilliant board book! Winner of the Kate Greenaway MedalTrade ReviewBrilliant * Sunday Telegraph *So good, it's exhilarating * Independent *A superb book to make you laugh out loud * Bookseller *A fun look at the problem of fussy eating * motherandbaby.co.uk *A mischievous wit and cunning simplicity which, although it may have baffled some traditionalists, is still instantly embraced and understood by children * Books For Keeps *A paean to the early resistance years that are toddlerdom * The Guardian *One of my favourite books for children...The story is compelling and the pictures enchanting, but the typography is not what you would expect. The letters vary in shape and size, some lines are straight and others meander across the page. Young children love this; those who cannot yet read pick out the letters; those who can, love the variation and delight at being able to cope with it. -- Sue Walker * Books For Keeps *Brilliant design and a delight to share * NLA Guide to Literary Resources *A wonderful corrective for picky eaters * The Sunday Times *Your offspring will be drawn in by the off-the-wall visuals that mix line drawings and patterns with photographs, creating a world that is absolutely grounded in reality yet also wildly imaginative * The Guardian *A fresh and very funny picture book * Bookseller *A brilliantly designed book from cover, typography and illustration to endpapers and will amuse all those fussy eaters out there * Literacy & Learning *Brilliant design and a delight to share * Guide to Literary Resources *Teatime will never be the same again after this glorious book by the Smarties Prize-winning author * Daily Mail *Only Lauren Child could come up with an idea as successfully wacky as this -- Nicholas Tucker * The Independent *[Child] brings an eclecticism and freshness to her work that appeals directly to children * Financial Times *A fun look at fussy eating * Mother and baby.co.uk *Quirky imagination and wry humour make this a wonderful book * Time Out *

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Book SynopsisThe story of a boy who fell into a book . . . with a guest appearance from the Little Bad Wolf. From Children''s Laureate Lauren Child.Now if you were going to fall into a book, a book of fairy tales would probably not be your first choice. Because in every story there is always a wicked this, an evil that or a hungry somebody. It could only happen to Herb, child star of that thrilling tale, Beware of the Storybook Wolves. Equally loved by children young and old, this brilliantly original picture book is perfect for sharing together. From the creator of the award-winning, bestselling Charlie and Lola series. Open it if you dare!''A thrilling story to scare your socks off.'' The Bookseller''Wonderfully imaginative... Absorbing and with fantastical, zany pictures.'' The Observer''Very, very funny and definitely not to be missed!'' Books for KeepsTrade ReviewChild's comedy romp confounds the expectations of young readers to hilarious effect. * Time Out *Child's book is so unusual, it's impossible not to get drawn into it ... as with all Child's books, her wonderfully quirky illustrations bring the story to life * The List *Lauren Child pushes the boundaries of design in a book crammed with a wealth of comic detail * Child Education *Each page is still a surprise and a delight * Books For Keeps *A book children will come to again and again * School Librarian *Lauren Child's individual style is shown to perfection in this funny, subversive story * Bookwise *Brilliantly observed with heaps of irreverent (but good natured) humour) * Junior *

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Book SynopsisA new 20th anniversary edition of the utterly classic Clarice Bean, Utterly Me, the very first novel by bestselling Children's Laureate, Lauren Child.Clarice Bean loves reading the adventures of Ruby Redfort, ace girl detective and secret undercover agent. Ruby is always going on exciting missions, but the most Clarice gets to do is go to the local shop on her own . . . But when Clarice and her best friend, Betty Moody, decide to do their school project on the Ruby Redfort books, they suddenly start finding mysteries everywhere. Like why are all the coats on the wrong hooks at school? Where has Granddad disappeared to? And just what is going on in the garden shed?'An utterly fantastic book.'The Sunday TimesTrade ReviewA lively illustrated read * We Love This Book *"The delightfully wacky Clarice Bean is the star of this absorbing story bubbling with exuberance and vitality." * Good Book Guide *Child can make you laugh and cry at virtually every page. * Big Issue (Giles Andreae) *Lauren Child's earlier creation - schoolgirl Clarice Bean - is arguably her greatest. * Sunday Express *Essential reading for all savvy girls... great fun. * Angels & Urchins *Quirky, funny and brilliantly illustrated. (tBk's Top 40 Children's Books) * tBk Magazine *

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Book SynopsisA classic Charlie and Lola picture book about tricky bedtimes from Children's Laureate Lauren Child.Charlie has this little sister Lola. Sometimes he has to try and get her off to bed. This is a hard job because Lola likes to stay up late... Lola says, "I am not slightly sleepy at 6 or 7 or 8. I am still wide awake at 9 and not at all tired at 10,11 and 12 and I will probably be perky at even 13 o'clock in the morning."Told with true Lauren Child style, this warm and funny picture book will make bedtime fun for even the most reluctant of children.As seen on CBeebies!'Funny, bright and very entertaining' - Daily MailTrade ReviewScreamingly funny and utterly brilliant * Books for Keeps *Funny, bright and very entertaining * Daily Mail *Totally delightful... every page is a visual treat * Bookbag *Child tackles a common childhood conundrum with boundless imagination and zip * Publishers Weekly *A book that I am sure children will want to have read time and time again. * Bookbag *Truly reflects family life and is made special by Lauren Child's fascinating illustrations and her great feel for humour. Authentic and very funny. * Carousel *

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Book SynopsisHey, buster! Normal life is a total yawn. Break out of boredom with Ruby Redfort, the super-awesome teen detective series from multi-million-copy bestseller Lauren ChildWant to know more? Of course you do, bozo.Here's the low-down on Ruby Redfort: she's a genius code-cracker, a daring detective, and a gadget-laden special agent who just happens to be a thirteen-year-old girl. She and her slick sidekick butler, Hitch, foil crimes and get into loads of scrapes with evil villains, but they're always ice-cool in a crisis.In this first book, we go right back to Ruby's beginnings as an agent. When an anonymous caller sets Ruby a challenge, it's not long before she finds her way into the HQ of the most secret of secret agencies SPECTRUM. They need her help to crack a code but her desk job soon spirals into an all-out action adventure, as Ruby uncovers the dastardly plans of the formidable Fool's Gold GangTrade ReviewPraise for Lauren Child: ‘Lauren Child is a publishing phenomenon’ – Observer Magazine ‘Lauren Child is so good it’s exhilarating’ – The Independent Praise for the Ruby Redfort series: ‘The coolest girl hero in years … Child refuses to write down to her tween and teen audience and challenges readers with more twists than a curling tongs party’ The Times ‘Redfort is one of the best things to happen to ten-plus British fiction’ The Times ‘The new Ruby Redfort book is utterly exceptionordinarily brilliant’ – Clarice Bean ‘Lauren Child has put imagination and fun back into the real worlds of childhood’ – Julia Eccleshare, Guardian ‘Cool, punchy, stylish’ – Sun ‘A cracking adventure’ – Mail ‘What more could adventure-loving girls want?’ – The Sunday Times

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Book SynopsisElmore Green started life as an only child, as many children do. He had a room all to himself, and everything in it was his. But one day, everything changed. This brand new picture book from the hugely talented Lauren Child about the arrival of a new sibling is bound to be a hit with parents and children. Told with humour and with wonderfully stylish artwork, this is Lauren Child at her absolute best.

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Book SynopsisMeet the fabulously feisty Clarice Bean! In this hilarious picture book from Children''s Laureate, Lauren Child.All Clarice Bean wants is a bit of peace and quiet. But that can be hard to find in a house where your little brother is being utterly annoying, your big brother is in the dark tunnel of adolescence and your grandad''s pouring soup on his cornflakes . . .A true picture book classic, this is the book that launched the award-winning, bestselling Clarice Bean series!Packed with quirky details and humour, this is perfect for children who are ready to start making the transition from younger picture books to independent reading.A fresh, playful, wonderfully chaotic look at family life that will make you laugh out loud IndependentWinner of the Smarties Book PrizeTrade ReviewWonderful to read aloud. * Sunday Express (Cressida Cowell) *It'll make you roar with laughter * Sunday Times *Laugh-out-loud funny gloss on family life * The Bookseller *Child's spot-on portrait of family life...has an anthropological quality reminiscent of Posy Simmonds' Weber family...exuberantly inventive * Books for Keeps *For a humorous and refreshingly honest look at family life, you can't get any better than this * The Bookseller *Brilliantly written and drawn by Lauren Child, the cringe-worthy details are a joy * The Guardian *A real treat. This is only Lauren Child's second book for children and I'm totally hooked * The Independent *Text and illustrations are united in giving this wittily ironic, child's-eye view of familiar characters and their foibles * The Guardian *Represents the arrival of a sparkling and irresistable new talent * Literacy and Learning *A modern classic * Sainsburys Magazine *The quirky perspectives show cheerful disregard for convention in this unusual take on family life * The Guardian *A fresh, playful, wonderfully chaotic look at family life that will make you laugh out loud * The Independent *Full of wonderfully dry one-liners * Times Educational Supplement *

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Book SynopsisClarice Bean is back with all her trademark humour in this heartwarming story by former Children's Laureate Lauren Child

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Book SynopsisFor a real thrill, try reading Beware of the Storybook Wolves. It will scare your socks off! A fun-filled picture book with a fairytale twist, from Children''s Laureate Lauren Child.Every night, Herb''s mother reads him a bedtime story. Sometimes it''s about a big bad wolf who terrifies little girls and their grandmothers with his growl and his sharp teeth. The story gets very nasty in the middle and everybody nearly comes to a sticky end. But, by the last page, it all turns out happily-ever-afterly.But what will happen to Herb when the wolves escape from his book? Will they gobble him up? Or will it all end happily-ever-after?Equally loved by children young and old, this hilarious picture book is perfect for sharing together. From the creator of the award-winning, best-selling Charlie and Lola series!Winner of the Smarties Book Prize Bronze MedalA refreshingly original tale that sparkles with wit Junior<Trade ReviewWill keep young readers on their toes from beginning to end...Every household and every classroom should have a copy * School LIbrarian *A surreal intertextual tale that veers from nightmare to comedy * Books For Keeps *A smile-provoking yarn full of fairy-tale twists * New York Times *A fabulous book for those who are already au fait with all the run-of-the-mill tales * The Scotsman *Child makes words dance and topography jitterbug, and her sly sense of humour makes both children and adults giggle...At its most profound, this is about the tremendous power of books * The Guardian *The subversive humour is hilarious * The Children's Bookseller *Lauren Child's pictures and witty yext provide an agreeable frisson of fear followed by a happy ending * The Spectator *A refreshingly original tale that sparkles with wit * Junior *A highly entertaining retelling of some snappy stories * The Sunday Express *A stunning picture book ideal for children who enjoy suspense and adventure * Families West *Witty, amusing with vividly coloured illustrations, this book is bound to provide plenty of laughs for parents as well as children * The Sunday Tasmanian *Lauren Child's spiky, humorous illustrations add enormous fun and children can't help but to laugh out loud - often just thinking about the book * Carousel *Hilarious * Booktrust, 100 Best Books 2002 *Lauren Child gives this very funny and original book some inventive twists * Books For Keeps *A wickedly funny book from one of the most exciting new talents around * Books Magazine *This goofy tale is fractured in all the right places * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisHey, buster! Normal life is a total yawn. So break out of boredom with multi-million-copy bestselling author Lauren Child, and meet your new favourite heroine Ruby Redfort: detective, secret agent, thirteen-year-old kid.Everyone's favourite kid detective is back for a second mind-blowing instalment, packed with all the off-the-wall humour, action and friendship of the first book. This time, though, it's an adventure on the wide open ocean, and Ruby is all at seaCan she crack the case of the Twinford pirates while evading the clutches of a vile sea monster as well as the evil Count von Viscount?Well, you wouldn't want to bet against herTrade ReviewPraise for Lauren Child: ‘Lauren Child is a publishing phenomenon’ – Observer Magazine ‘Lauren Child is so good it’s exhilarating’ – The Independent Praise for the Ruby Redfort series: ‘The coolest girl hero in years … Child refuses to write down to her tween and teen audience and challenges readers with more twists than a curling tongs party’ The Times ‘Redfort is one of the best things to happen to ten-plus British fiction’ The Times ‘The new Ruby Redfort book is utterly exceptionordinarily brilliant’ – Clarice Bean ‘Lauren Child has put imagination and fun back into the real worlds of childhood’ – Julia Eccleshare, Guardian ‘Cool, punchy, stylish’ – Sun ‘A cracking adventure’ – Mail ‘What more could adventure-loving girls want?’ – The Sunday Times

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Book SynopsisHubert Horatio Bartle Bobton-Trent is back in this hilarious and gloriously illustrated book for ages six and up from the superstar creator of Clarice Bean and Charlie and Lola, Lauren Child.These stories are about the days when the Bobton-Trents had it cushy, very cushy indeed.The Bobton-Trent seniors certainly know how to make the most of their extravagant wealth socialising, doing things, buying things and generally being more than a little bit irresponsibleLuckily for them, their son Hubert Horatio is an exceptionally intelligent, talented and sensible child.Unluckily for Hubert, this tends to mean that a lot of his spare time is spent steering his rather unruly set of grown-ups out of trouble.Legendary children's writer and Waterstones Children's Laureate 2017-2019 Lauren Child revisits one of her most popular characters in these brand-new, laugh-out-loud stories about the rather unconventional Bobton-Trents! The perfect gift for children aged six and up.Trade Review‘Witty and appealing… A very fun read’ – BookTrust ‘Delightful’ – Books for Keeps ‘Wry, inventive and whimsical … pages to pore over’ – The Sunday Times Culture Magazine ‘The combination of short stories and oodles of illustrations means it’s the perfect book for any child out there over six who reckons that they could teach their own grown-ups a thing or two.’ – The Sun ‘Totally mad and really very funny’ – Angels and Urchins

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Book SynopsisA new 20th anniversary edition of the utterly classic Clarice Bean Spells Trouble by bestselling Children's Laureate, Lauren Child.There are so many things in life you can't explain. Like why isn't YOU spelt U? Why isn't WHY spelt Y? And why can just opening your mouth get you into some very BIG trouble?Clarice Bean is in non-stop trouble these days - almost as much as Karl Wrenbury, and he is the naughtiest boy in school. Clarice just wants to star in the school play and impress Mrs Wilberton in the spelling bee, but things aren't quite going to plan . . .'Witty and charming. We can't get enough of Clarice Bean.'The Sunday TimesTrade ReviewWe can't get enough Clarice Bean * The Sunday Times *Oodles of comic charm * Evening Standard *I love this book. It really is great - in fact, the Clarice Bean books are probably the best books I've ever read!! -- Guardian children's books young reviewer * Guardian.com *We can't get enough Clarice Bean * The Sunday Times *Oodles of comic charm * Evening Standard *What Bridget Jones is to thirtysomethings, Clarice Bean is to pre-teens: full of funny one-liners, doing her best to overcome her shortcomings, prone to embarrassing mistakes and good at heart ... The story, like Child's doodles, is witty and charming and crams a lot of meaning into apparent simplicity ... We can't get enough of Clarice Bean. * Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisA classic Charlie and Lola picture book about tricky bedtimes from Children's Laureate Lauren Child - now in a brilliant board book!Trade ReviewScreamingly funny and utterly brilliant * Books for Keeps *Funny, bright and very entertaining * Daily Mail *Totally delightful... every page is a visual treat * Bookbag *Child tackles a common childhood conundrum with boundless imagination and zip * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisA classic Charlie and Lola story about starting-school worries, from Children's Laureate Lauren Child - now in a brilliant board book edition!Trade ReviewAn imaginative and beautiful tale... Excellent * The Sun *Lauren Child is so good it's exhilarating * Independent *Child gives a simple story about starting school extra layers of complexity and humour * Books for Keeps *Exciting, funny and memorable * Child Care *Lauren Child is a star * Guardian *A unique talent * Sunday Telegraph *No first-timer should start school without this book * The Sunday Times *A must for any child...she writes about the trials of childhood with a clairvoyant eye * The Independent *Deals sympathetically with children's fears surrounding the first day of school * Teesside Evening Telegraph *An exciting, funny and memorable read for both carers and children * Child Care *Done with all Child's usual wit and idiosyncratic style * Children's Bookseller *Fresh, provocative and sharp-witted * Carousel *With the author's trademark collages, funky, curly writing and soaring leaps of imagination, this book is set to become a modern classic * Daily Mail *This is a winner either as a read-aloud or for independent perusal * School Library Journal *Go straight out and beg, borrow or steal a copy of Lauren Child's latest book * Angels & Urchins *Perfect preparation for school - not preachy or scary, just charming * Scottish Sunday Mail *An exceptional starting school book full of diversity in print, presentation and illustration * Scholastic *Child is the Tracey Emin of illustration for young children: provocative, fearless, funny but full of spirit and warmth * The Independent *An imaginative and beautiful tale * The Sun *Lauren Child is a must for any child...feels fresh and instantly consoling * The Independent *The perfect preparation for reception as it covers many of the normal fears about starting school * Mumsnet *A modern classic from Lauren Child. * The School Run *

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Book SynopsisJoin the one and only Clarice Bean and Think Like an Elf' in this irresistible and spectacularly sparkling Christmas story from the inimitable Lauren Child.Clarice Bean usually looks forward to Christmas.Except this year it is going to be a quiet-ish Christmas in her house, which doesn't feel right because Christmas is all about noisiness and being full up and FAMILY.And without those things, she is going to have to try exceptionordinarily hard to stop the Christmas spirit completely floating awayBut luckily, there is no one in the world like Clarice Bean and she is going to THINK LIKE AN ELF, and that means everything will be A-OKAY. Won't it?The one and only Clarice Bean is back to save her family's Christmas in this sparkling story of joy, goodwill to all peoplekind, and some very Clarice catastrophes, perfect for sharing with all the family! Wrap yourself in the warmth and wit of former Children's Laureate Lauren Child and be transported by the love and laughter that is Christmas with the utterly irreplaceable Clarice Bean.We can't get enough Clarice Bean. The Sunday TimesTrade Review Praise for Lauren Child: “We can’t get enough Clarice Bean.” The Sunday Times ‘Original and appealing . . . Clarice’s lively, amusing first-person narrative offers a fresh take on the holiday season . . . A rewarding addition to the Clarice Bean series’ Booklist ‘An absolutely charming story for the Christmas season, and an essential purchase for fans of the Clarice Bean series’ School Library Journal ‘Witty and appealing… A very fun read’ BookTrust ‘Delightful’ Books For Keeps ‘Wry, inventive and whimsical … pages to pore over’ The Sunday Times Culture Magazine ‘Totally mad and really very funny’ Angels and Urchins

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Book SynopsisSay goodbye to Ruby Redfort: every smart kid's smart kid. The mind-blowing conclusion to the thrilling series by award-winning author Lauren Child.Ruby Redfort: undercover agent, code-cracker and thirteen-year-old genius you can count on her when the ice starts to crack.All good things come to an end Ruby Redfort is running scared, a whole bunch of people want her dead and worst of all one of them is on her team. But just who is this agent of doom?You can run, Ruby, but you can't hideTrade Review‘Full of sprint-paced adventure, with tear-pricking farewells and a satisfying tying-up of ends’ Guardian Praise for Lauren Child: ‘Lauren Child is a publishing phenomenon’ – Observer Magazine ‘Lauren Child is so good it’s exhilarating’ – The Independent Praise for the Ruby Redfort series: ‘The coolest girl hero in years … Child refuses to write down to her tween and teen audience and challenges readers with more twists than a curling tongs party’ The Times ‘Redfort is one of the best things to happen to ten-plus British fiction’ The Times ‘The new Ruby Redfort book is utterly exceptionordinarily brilliant’ – Clarice Bean ‘Lauren Child has put imagination and fun back into the real worlds of childhood’ – Julia Eccleshare, Guardian ‘Cool, punchy, stylish’ – Sun ‘A cracking adventure’ – Mail ‘What more could adventure-loving girls want?’ – The Sunday Times

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Book SynopsisLauren Child''s beautiful and artistic retelling of The Princess and the Pea.The tale of a prince, a princess, perfect politeness, pages of love and a peculiarly hard pea. This utterly original interpretation of the classic tale has dazzling illustrations from multi-talented collaborators, award-winning Lauren Child and widely acclaimed photographer Polly Borland. This beautifully presented picture book explores the tale of the down-to-earth princess through a stunning mix of artwork and photography to create a fairy tale to be treasured.Lauren Child is the multi-talented prize-winning creator of the characters Charlie and Lola and Clarice Bean. She has won the Smarties Gold Award, Smarties Bronze Award, Kate Greenaway Medal and been shortlisted for the Children''s Book of the Year at the British Book Awards. Lauren lives in London. Polly Borland is a widely acclaimed, award winning photographer, famous for her vivid portraits. She is one of the few pe

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Book SynopsisA new 20th anniversary edition of the utterly classic Clarice Bean, Don't Look Now by bestselling Children's Laureate, Lauren Child.It's the worry you hadn't even thought to worry about that should worry you the most. At least that's how it looks to Clarice Bean, who has been writing her worries in a notebook - things like Worry no. 1: infinity, or Worry no. 3: change. And now that her worst never-imagined worry has happened - her utterly best friend is moving away forever - Clarice doesn't even care about her tickets to the Ruby Redfort, girl detective, film premiere. That is, unless something happens to change things again . . .Lauren Child's trademark wit combines with spot-on insight in this hugely engaging story about childhood worries, unwanted changes and finding friendships in the most surprising places.'Funny, contemporary and perceptive' - Mail on Sunday'A comic and poignant journey' - The Sunday Times'Clarice Bean fans will be delighted by her new adventures . . . Anxieties such as "change" and "having to go back to school after the holidays" will be recognised by everyone, while her ways of approaching them are delightful' - GuardianTrade ReviewClarice Bean fans will be delighted by her new adventures. Anxieties such as 'change' and 'having to go back to school after the holidays' will be recognised by everyone, while her ways of approaching them are delightful * The Guardian *Clarice Bean fans will be delighted by her new adventures. Anxieties such as 'change' and 'having to go back to school after the holidays' will be recognised by everyone, while her ways of approaching them are delightful * The Guardian *Funny, contemporary and perceptive * The Mail on Sunday *Funny, contemporary and perceptive * The Mail on Sunday *A comic and poignant journey * The Sunday Times *A comic and poignant journey * The Sunday Times *A hugely enjoyable and touching read * The Scotsman *A hugely enjoyable and touching read * The Scotsman *A hilarious tale and a delightfully funny character * Torquay Herald Express *A hilarious tale and a delightfully funny character * Torquay Herald Express *A witty and wise book * School Librarian *A witty and wise book * School Librarian *Hilarious and touching * Croydon Advertiser *Hilarious and touching * Croydon Advertiser *An incredibly funny book...you just have to read it! -- Maia Harvey, aged 11 * First News *An incredibly funny book...you just have to read it! -- Maia Harvey, aged 11 * First News *Clarice Bean fans will be delighted by her new adventures... Anxieties such as "change" and "having to go back to school after the holidays" will be recognised by everyone, while her ways of approaching them are delightful. * The Guardian *Creative typography and comic illustrations help make this a hugely enjoyable and touching read. * The Scotsman *A comic and poignant journey. * The Sunday Times *Funny, contemporary and perceptive * The Mail on Sunday *Genuinely funny, with lively illustrations. * The Independent *

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Book SynopsisA funny, touching picture book from Children''s Laureate, and Charlie and Lola creator, Lauren Child. Rat lives in dustbin Number 3, Grubby Alley. At night, when he''s tucked up in his crisp packet, Rat looks up at all the cosy windows and wonders what it would be like to belong to somebody. To be an actual pet. To have a home of his own . . .Gently exploring themes of homelessness and poverty, this is the perfect way to talk about this often tricky subject with young children and encourage them to empathise with others.At least 10% of the purchase price of every copy of That Pesky Rat sold will be donated to St Mungo''s Broadway, a charity providing help, support and advice to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.''Clever, rewarding and hugely enjoyable'' Guardian''Another little masterpiece from Lauren Child'' Mail on SundayWinner of the Nestle Children''s Book Prize Gold AwaTrade ReviewBrilliant. Completely brilliant * Times Educational Supplement *Another little masterpiece from Lauren Child, whose stories and quirky pictures leave you helpless with laughter * Mail on Sunday *Clever, rewarding and hugely enjoyable * Guardian *Here's a book to make you smile... wonderfully quirky * Northern Echo *Delivered with Child's customary mix of charm and wit... packed with humour and warmth * Junior *A witty, enjoyable story accompanied by Lauren Child's famously stunning collages * Waterstones Books Quarterly *A wonderfully funny, touching tale from Lauren Child * East Cumbria News and Star *Witty and affecting... children will love her winning tale * Books Magazine *Feast on the pictures and wonder at the skill with which she brings all together * Carousel *A groovy, brilliantly illustrated story * Daily Mail *Full of surprises... lively and amusing... exhilarating * School Librarian Magazine *Child is a unique talent, in that her famously arty montages of pattern, colour, cartoon and photographs are matched by equally exuberant text... three to seven-year-olds will love it almost as much as I do * Sunday Telegraph *Funny and touching * What's On In London *Full of surprises, from the word-positioning on the page to the different materials used in the illustrations, this is a charming tale of a rat that just wants to be loved * Radio Times *A wonderful story about love and loneliness in the big city -- Cressida Cowell * Junior *In every respect, Child has the knack. She engages the eye, tickles the fancy, makes jokes that resound and stand repetition * Times Educational Supplement *Another little masterpiece from Lauren Child, whose stories and quirky pictures leave you helpless with laughter * The Mail on Sunday *A good story with a message worth discussing * English 4 - 11 *

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Book SynopsisA brilliantly quirky picture book from Children''s Laureate, Lauren Child. Starring the fabulously feisty Clarice Bean!Mum and Dad are going away on Important Business, so Uncle Ted comes to stay. Before long there''s a guinea pig on the loose, Grandad''s gone missing and her little brother is stuck in the railings like a giant squeaking tomato! Luckily Uncle Ted''s around. He''ll come to the rescue . . . won''t he?The second picture book in the award-winning, bestselling Clarice Bean series!Packed with quirky details and humour, this is perfect for children who are ready to start making the transition from younger picture books to independent reading.Trade ReviewA virtuoso display of stylish graphics, dizzying typefaces employed to maximum humorous effect, and a story which takes it for granted that the reader is as streetwise and worldly as Clarice Bean herself * Financial Times *Wild, entertaining fun * The Northern Echo *

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Book SynopsisA classic Charlie and Lola picture book all about counting and sums, from Children''s Laureate Lauren Child. Perfectly funny and perfectly formed, this hilarious picture book sees top negotiator Lola take on numbers in everyday life and bend them to her endearing and unique will. I have this little sister Lola. She is small and very funny. Sometimes for a treat, Mum says, We are going to the shops and you may choose one thing.One thing to share? says Lola.I say, One thing for you and one thing for me, which means two actual things.''Numeracy at its most joyful and positive ... a brilliant way to get young minds excited about maths'' Teach Early YearsTrade ReviewShe has converted this maths-hating writer into a fan of all things number. The child voices are perfectly pitched... and the illustrations are trademark Child * PublishingTalk.eu *Charlie and Lola may be 15 years old, but the sibling favourites are still as fresh, funny and relevant as ever * The Bookseller *In this, her first charlie and Lola book for five yearsm the gloriously talented Lauren Child has let her beloved sibling creations loose on the language of counting and calculations...It's numeracy at its most joyful and positive, and a brilliant way to get young minds excited about maths * Teach Early Years *A beautifully illustrated story about everyday encounters with numbers * Little London *A sure-fire hit * Huffington Post *Charlie and Lola assume central roles in an imaginative (and very funny) celebration of numbers * Irish Times *Charlie and Lola are going to the shops with their mummy. Lola asks for just one thing. The book takes you on a number journey. I counted everything on every page. The page with the giant clock is my favourite. My sister liked the page with the birds. I like numbers and I like this book, the pictures are very good and bright. I think my friends would like this book -- Reuben, aged 5 * Facebook, Toppsta *A great addition to your Lauren Child library * Mumsnet.com *Charlie and Lola make counting into a playful, free-flowing activity in this busy book that gallops through numbers from one to billions * The Guardian *The famous brother and sister duo have been around for 15 years, but they're still fresh, original and quirky * Sunday Express *Charming look at the mysteries of numbers * Metro *My favourite children's book of the year is Charlie and Lola: One Thing, by Lauren Child - it's brilliant -- Cressida Cowell * The guardian.com *It is a wonderful introduction to maths for young children but 'One Thing' is more than an educational number book. The book recognises the natural way that children see numbers everywhere and is full of discoveries for an inquisitive mind. * Rachel McClary.com *A must-buy for preschool and early elementary math collections, as well as for Charlie and Lola fans * School Library Journal *Lauren Child (with the help of Charlie and Lola) introduces math as a part of every busy day in this fresh, funny picture book. * Shelf Awareness Readers review *Lauren Child is one of the most admired and loved illustrator/authors of this generation ... This is a briliant book on learning numbers and what they actually mean in the real world ... another sure-fire winner * School Librarian *A counting book in Lauren Child's inimitable style, brilliant for reading out loud. * The School Run *Lauren Child is a star * The Guardian *An energetic and fun story ... Really clever combination of text and illustrations ... the brother and sister dynamic has universal appeal perfectly aimed at little minds * South Wales Evening Post *

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Book Synopsis'It was the most liberating thing that ever happened to me, having children. The children's demands on me were things that nobody else ever asked me to do.' -Toni Morrison Children are a miracle, and everyone has an opinion on how we should raise them. From novelists to paediatricians; from Enlightenment philosophers to experimental psychologists; from parenting 'experts' to people whose expertise is simply - and powerfully - being a parent, Tiny Feet is the first anthology of its kind, showcasing a range of influential writing about children over the past four hundred years. Introduced by Lauren Child, and with contributions from Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Maria Montessori, Dr Spock, D. W. Winnicott, Toni Morrison and many more, this ideal gift book for soon-to-be parents shows the extent to which some of our attitudes have changed while others remain absolute, and reminds us of the joy that children bring to our lives.Trade Review"For parents in the throes of babydom: Tiny Feet is a slim miscellany of historical and literary extracts about how children see the world and how adults see children. Introduced with humor and charm by author and illustrator Lauren Child, this collection offers perspectives that are sometimes captivating, sometimes amusingly anachronistic....Small enough to fit in a Christmas stocking, Tiny Feet is ideal for browsing in fugitive moments of calm amid the squalls." —Meghan Cox Gurdon, The Wall Street Journal "Showcasing a range of the most influential writing about children over the past four hundred years. . . . the extracts featured in this delightful compendium show the extent to which some of our attitudes have changed while others remain absolute, and remind us of the joy that children have always brought to our lives." —Motherwell

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Book SynopsisIn this deliciously funny picture book from Children's Laureate Lauren Child a child really wants a pet – but Mum, Dad, Granny and Grandad aren't keen on any of her ideas! Sheep are forever following you around, an octopus would leave eight dirty footprints wherever it went and boa constrictors have a habit of wrapping themselves around you and squeezing too tightly… Can she find a pet that will please everyone? Perfect for any child who has ever wanted a pet, and any parent who has ever objected!

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Book SynopsisThe exceptionordinary, effervescent Clarice Bean is back with her trademark heart and humour in this beautifully illustrated story by former Children's Laureate Lauren Child a delightful summer read for the entire family!Nothing ever happens except for sometimes. And only on rare-ish occasions, which is hardly ever. There are times when even I can't turn the nothing into more than it is. But there was one day in the holidays that began as a nothing day and then everything happened. Absolutely nearly everything.The unforgettable Clarice Bean finds herself escaping the danger of boredom when she meets an actual real-life DOG who will NOT scram!Trade ReviewPraise for SCRAM!: ‘Clarice Bean is one of the most distinctive comic voices of children’s literature . . . The varied, dancing text and Child’s elegant, light-hearted illustrations make every page appealing, and it’s funny. As Clarice Bean would say: “It’s fascinating and also very interesting”’ Sunday Times, Book of the Week, Best Books of the Year ‘A superbly illustrated, slyly funny story of a four-legged family secret for readers of 7+’ Guardian ‘Lauren Child knows what goes through a child's mind, and how to transfer those thoughts to the page . . . See for yourself by reading this entertaining tale’ Herald ‘A new Clarice Bean novel is always an event and Lauren Child’s Clarice Bean: Scram! brings us more of her distinctive voice and elegant quirky illustrations to delight in’ Times, Best Books for Summer Praise for CLARICE BEAN:‘Witty and charming. We can’t get enough Clarice Bean’ Sunday Times ‘Oodles of comic charm’ Evening Standard ‘Funny, contemporary and perceptive’ Mail on Sunday ‘Clarice Bean fans will be delighted by her new adventures’ Guardian ‘A hugely enjoyable and touching read’ Scotsman ‘Utterly fantastic’ Sunday Times

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Book SynopsisA classic Charlie and Lola picture book from Children''s Laureate Lauren Child.Charlie and his friend Marv are in search of strange and tricky creatures. They would like to search without Charlie''s little sister Lola bothering them. But Lola wants to join in.Luckily, Lola and her invisible friend, Soren Lorensen, know exactly how to catch strange and tricky creatures. All they need is a tea set, a little cart and a rabbit. (And, of course, one or three drops of pink milk.)With a gentle message about learning to play together, this hilariously inventive tale will encourage children to go on their own make-believe adventures!''A witty book that reminds us why we fell in love with Charlie and Lola.'' JuniorTrade ReviewExuberant, imaginative whirl of a story. * Angels & Urchins *Glowing collages, complete with glitter spacesuits and stripy wool jumpers. * Book Fest Guide *Fabulous new story. * Families Magazine *Slightly Invisible will satisfy parents who've been longing for Charlie's Job-like patience with his recalcitrant younger sister to run out. * Guardian *Lauren Child at her best. * Families South West *Child is a rare creature: someone who writes as brilliantly as she illustrates. * Sunday Telegraph *A witty book that reminds us why we fell in love with C&L in the first place. * Junior *I love Lauren Child's work... Slightly Invisible perfectly captures the trials and tribulations of these two beloved characters. * Cape Town Kids *A beautiful story for kids. * Woman *a witty book that reminds us why we fell in love with Charlie and Lola in the first place. * Junior *You can't beat a Charlie and Lola. * Bournemouth Daily Echo *Funny story about the power of imagination is, as usual, complemented by Lauren Child's excellent collage illustrations. * Scotsman *As entertaining as ever. * Cork Evening Echo *

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Book SynopsisA first concepts board book with a delightfully quirky Charlie and Lola twist, from Children's Laureate Lauren Child.Lola says, "I like twirly things and furry things and finding things. I am not keen on ouchy things but mostly I nearly like almost everything.'Little ones will love following Lola as she explores and makes sense of the world around her, grouping everyday objects into categories - such as 'furry things', 'ouchy things' and 'twirly things'.Created with classic Charlie and Lola style, this brilliant board book will encourage children to look creatively at the world around them.Also available: Shapes, Opposites and NumbersAs seen on Cbeebies!

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Book SynopsisCharlie and Lola, first seen in I Will Not Ever NEVER Eat a Tomato, are stars of the screen, page, and now audio. First aired on prime time children's BBC in October 2005 and now available on DVD, Charlie and Lola are enjoying superstardom! The fabulous audio collection contains five classic Charlie and Lola stories, enhanced with music, sound effects, and classic Charlie and Lola dialogue. The five fantastic audio adventures include the classic stories: We HONESTLY can look after your Dog; My Wobbly Tooth must not ever, NEVER fall out; I''ve Won, no i''ve won, No I''ve won; Whoops! But it wasn''t Me; and Snow is my Favourite and my Best. With an all-star cast featuring Charlie, Lola, Lotta, Marv, Soren Lorensen, as well as Sizzles the dog.

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Book SynopsisChirton Krauss is a good child - the very goodest. He does everything he is told, when he is told. He even does good things without being told. He eats his broccoli, he goes to bed on time and he never, ever sticks his finger up his nose.Meanwhile, Chirton''s sister, Myrtle, is NOT a good child. She stays up late, she never cleans out the rabbit''s hutch and she drops her choco puffs all over the carpet!But what will happen when Chirton Krauss decides that being THE GOODY isn''t so good after all?A charmingly funny story about the importance of kindness, and allowing children the freedom to be themselves. From Lauren Child, multi-award-winning creator of Charlie and Lola and Waterstone''s Children''s Laureate 2017-2019.Trade Review'Child's 1960s-inflected collage-style art is as appealing as ever, and her narrative...carries an unimpeach­able message, namely that people are more complicated than the labels they are assigned.' * Financial Times *The former laureate Child's insightful picture book is perceptive about an important aspect of childhood behaviour. Strikingly stylish, balancing simplicity and busy pattern, it considers the siblings Chirton and Myrtle, who are cast, respectively, as good and bad, but find a mixture of both in themselves. -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *This is a charming story which encourages children to think about the importance of kindness and what sort of person they want to be. Another surefire hit from Lauren Child. * Paisley Daily Express, Press Association *Lauren Child has just been announced as the 10th Waterstones Children's Laureate. * Waterstones *

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Book SynopsisHelp your toddler learn about opposites with Charlie and Lola! Lola says, "I am absolutely not big. I am still really quite small."With delightfully quirky artwork from Children's Laureate Lauren Child (tigers, pink milk, ladybirds and peas all feature!) this brilliant board book introduces a key early learning concept in true Charlie and Lola style.Also available: Shapes, Opposites and ThingsAs seen on Cbeebies!Trade ReviewA stylish book that will be enjoyed by children and parents alike * Mad About Books *A stylish book that will be enjoyed by children and parents alike * Mad About Books *Lauren Child's genius shines through even in the simplest board book * The Sunday Telegraph *Lauren Child's genius shines through even in the simplest board book * The Sunday Telegraph *Lauren Child is so good it's exhilerating * The Times. Independent, Financial Times *

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Book SynopsisA fantastically funny Charlie and Lola picture book all about counting and sums, from Children's Laureate Lauren Child. Now in a brilliant board book!Trade ReviewShe has converted this maths-hating writer into a fan of all things number. The child voices are perfectly pitched... and the illustrations are trademark Child * PublishingTalk.eu *Charlie and Lola may be 15 years old, but the sibling favourites are still as fresh, funny and relevant as ever * The Bookseller *In this, her first charlie and Lola book for five yearsm the gloriously talented Lauren Child has let her beloved sibling creations loose on the language of counting and calculations...It's numeracy at its most joyful and positive, and a brilliant way to get young minds excited about maths * Teach Early Years *A beautifully illustrated story about everyday encounters with numbers * Little London *A sure-fire hit * Huffington Post *Charlie and Lola assume central roles in an imaginative (and very funny) celebration of numbers * Irish Times *Charlie and Lola are going to the shops with their mummy. Lola asks for just one thing. The book takes you on a number journey. I counted everything on every page. The page with the giant clock is my favourite. My sister liked the page with the birds. I like numbers and I like this book, the pictures are very good and bright. I think my friends would like this book -- Reuben, aged 5 * Facebook, Toppsta *A great addition to your Lauren Child library * Mumsnet.com *Charlie and Lola make counting into a playful, free-flowing activity in this busy book that gallops through numbers from one to billions * The Guardian *The famous brother and sister duo have been around for 15 years, but they're still fresh, original and quirky * Sunday Express *Charming look at the mysteries of numbers * Metro *My favourite children's book of the year is Charlie and Lola: One Thing, by Lauren Child - it's brilliant -- Cressida Cowell * The guardian.com *It is a wonderful introduction to maths for young children but 'One Thing' is more than an educational number book. The book recognises the natural way that children see numbers everywhere and is full of discoveries for an inquisitive mind. * Rachel McClary.com *A must-buy for preschool and early elementary math collections, as well as for Charlie and Lola fans * School Library Journal *Lauren Child (with the help of Charlie and Lola) introduces math as a part of every busy day in this fresh, funny picture book. * Shelf Awareness Readers review *Lauren Child is one of the most admired and loved illustrator/authors of this generation ... This is a briliant book on learning numbers and what they actually mean in the real world ... another sure-fire winner * School Librarian *A counting book in Lauren Child's inimitable style, brilliant for reading out loud. * The School Run *An energetic and fun story ... Really clever combination of text and illustrations ... the brother and sister dynamic has universal appeal perfectly aimed at little minds * South Wales Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisThe latest Charlie and Lola picture book from multi-award-winning author/illustrator and Children's Laureate Lauren Child.Trade ReviewChild's trademark bright, bold illustrations and changes in font and print direction make this a story to interact with and savour in Early Years classrooms. * The English Association *Lauren Child has just been announced as the 10th Waterstones Children's Laureate. * Waterstones *

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Book SynopsisCrack open Ruby Redfort’s second adventure — and you will literally be on the edge of your wits.Everyone’s favorite girl detective is back for a second mind-blowing installment, packed with all the off-the-wall humor, action, and friendship of the first book. This time, though, it’s an adventure on the wide-open ocean, and Ruby is all at sea. . . . Can she crack the case of the Twinford pirates while evading the clutches of a vile sea monster as well as the evil Count von Viscount? Well, you wouldn’t want to bet against her.

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Book SynopsisThis beautiful box set contains two classic Charlie and Lola picture books, from Children's Laureate Lauren Child. A perfect gift to introduce this much-loved pair to new generation of fans!

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Book SynopsisLauren Child’s spunky character returns and — as if things could get any livelier in Clarice Bean’s household —Uncle Ted is babysitting!Who can Mom and Dad get to babysit the feisty Clarice, her pesky brother Minal Cricket, and the school’s guinea pig, Albert, who’s visiting for spring break? (Not to mention teenage brother Kurt, who abhors daylight; big sis Marcie, who chats on the phone all day; and Grandad, who tends to wander off.) Only Uncle Ted, firefighter and movie addict, can be persuaded. Will he survive the week?

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Book SynopsisThere’s more to most things than meets the eye—or nose—as code-cracking, wisecracking girl detective Ruby Redfort discovers in her third adventure.Wild animals roaming around Twinford? Ruby Redfort has heard the rumors, but she doesn’t quite believe them. She’s got enough on her mind doing wilderness survival training with the secret agency Spectrum, and her bad eyesight isn’t helping. But as high society buzzes with news of a very exclusive perfume formula coming to town, and some priceless jewelry goes missing, Ruby begins to sense a sinister plot in the works. Can our favorite action hero sniff out the clues in time to keep Twinford safe from evil scents? Well, let’s say this is one of those times when you gotta forget the rules and follow your nose to survive.

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Book SynopsisGot a sixth sense for trouble? Read on, buster. Our favorite girl detective calls on her gut instincts in an exciting grand finale of the Ruby Redfort series.Ruby Redfort: you can count on her when the ice starts to crack. Falling through the air at 120 miles per hour? Just relax and think fast. But now even Ruby Redfort is running scared. A bunch of people want her dead, and worst of all, one of them is on her team. When your name is first on a mastermind’s hit list, do you lock the doors, switch off the lights, and wait for someone else to do something? Or do you get out there and save yourself? If you’re Ruby Redfort, genius code breaker and undercover agent, the choice is clear: death or glory. In a satisfying series finale, surprises are in store and Spectrum’s backstory comes to light as fans bid good-bye to Ruby Redfort, every smart kid’s smart kid.

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