Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisFrom James Dashner, the author of the New York Times bestselling Maze Runner series, comes an edge-of-your seat adventure. The Eye of Minds is the first book in The Mortality Doctrine, a series set in a world of hyperadvanced technology, cyberterrorists, and gaming beyond your wildest dreams . . . and your worst nightmares.To catch a hacker, you need a hacker.For Michael and the other gamers, the VirtNet can make your wildest fantasies become real. And the more hacking skills you have, the more fun. Who wants to play by the rules anyway?But some rules were made for a reason. One gamer has been taking people hostage inside the VirtNet with horrific consequences.The government needs Michael to track down the rogue gamer, but the risk is enormous and the line between game and reality could be blurred forever . . .Trade ReviewAn intriguing read for the digital generation. * Kirkus *This first book in the Mortality Doctrine series from Maze Runner author Dashner offers an irresistible premise * Publishers Weekly *Dashner once again creates a dystopian world in which nothing is what it seems * Voya *In typical Dashner style, this is quick and involving, with the main frustration being the wait time until the next book. * Booklist *Dasher does not disappoint -- Stephen King * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisCallum Hunt's summer break isn't like other kids'. His closest companion is a Chaos-ridden wolf, Havoc. His father suspects him of being secretly evil. And, of course, most kids aren't heading back to school in the magical world of the Magisterium... It's not easy for Call...Trade ReviewFull of twists and turns, surprises and wonders...I can't wait to read more of this series. * Rick Riordan *

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Book SynopsisTHE SECOND BOOK IN THE TIFFANY ACHING SERIESSomething is coming after Tiffany. Surely there must be more to witchcraft than this?And Tiffany will find that she needs her magic more than ever, to fight off the insidious, disembodied creature that is pursuing her.Trade ReviewPratchett's ear for dialogue is superb . . . His deep feeling for landscape, animals, kindness and courage make his adventures deeply satisfying as well as clever * The Times *Oodles of dry wit, imagination and shrewdly observed characters * Independent on Sunday *A great Pratchett strength is the sense that if the jokes . . . were dropped there would still be a good, engaging fantasy thriller here * Independent *Fantastically inventive and humorous fantasy adventure. Fans will be sky high * The Sunday Times *Funny, typically humorous . . . A must for any Terry Pratchett fan . . . With its witty and slightly confusing plot-twists and hilarious dialogue, this is, without doubt, another great children's book * Bristol Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisWINNER of the Greenhouse Funny Prize; SHORTLISTED for the Sainsbury''s Book Award and numerous regional awards, this hilarious series is adored by its readers!If you can read this, you obviously understand Pigeonese. You may read my book.If you''re a cat and you''ve learnt Pigeonese . . . (HA HA HA! As if a cat would be smart enough to learn Pigeonese). This must mean if you are a cat and you are able to read this, you have taken a pigeon hostage so that you can trick them into translating the Pigeonese words into Meow. I demand you release the hostage pigeon now. My book contains TOP SECRET ideas that are NONE of a cat''s business.Dave Pigeon is writing a book on how he defeated Mean Cat in order to help fellow pigeons everywhere. Cats beware! A hilarious debut for 6+ readers with black and white illustrations by the superbly talented Sheena Dempsey.A hilarious new series.' Angels and Urchin

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling magical adventure, perfect for winter nights ... Alone in the world, Sophie dreams of being someone special, but she could never have imagined this ... On a school trip to Russia, Sophie and her two friends find themselves on the wrong train. They are rescued by the beautiful Princess Anna Volkonskaya, who takes them to her winter palace and mesmerises them with stories of lost diamonds and a tragic past. But as night falls and wolves prowl, Sophie discovers more than dreams in the crumbling palace of secrets ... An exciting, atmospheric, romantic fairy tale. With shades of Eva Ibbotson, Cornelia Funke and Dodie Smith's I Capture the Castle. Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize and the Specsavers National Book Awards. Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide. 'A classic winter's tale.' THE FINANCIAL TIMES '... an engrossing, deeply atmospheric story.' THE TELEGRAPH 'A highlight of this year's fiction.' THE TIMES 'Fans of Eva Ibbotson will love this gripping tale.' THE WEEK JUNIOR

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Book SynopsisRichard Scarry brings his signature style to an array of beloved nursery tales! Little ones will fall in love with Richard Scarry's cherished collection of nursery tales. Featuring the classics The Three Little Pigs, Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, and many more, this treasury is full of fun and excitement and is a perfect addition to any home or school library.

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Book SynopsisA junior high school boy idolizes his older brother, the coolest, toughest guy in the neighborhood, and wants to be just like him.

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Book SynopsisThe third, explosive mission in the number one bestselling Alex Rider series.In the third book in the number one bestselling Alex Rider series by Anthony Horowitz, teenage spy Alex faces his most dangerous challenge yet. Teaming up with the CIA, Alex must go to a remote Caribbean island called Skeleton Key, where the insane general Sarov is hatching explosive plans to re-write history.Trade ReviewI recommend this book to anyone over the age of 11 because it is a very interesting, action packed book, which involves bombs, fire and shooting. I am certain that adults will also love this adventurous novel. I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series sometime soon. -- Young Reviewer * The Guardian Online *[Skeleton Key] is a brilliant book: it is fun and inspires you to read more and when you’ve started it’s a great book to get into. […] This book was shocking at some parts and it thrilled me with excitement. -- Young Reviewer * Books for Keeps *I think this book is amazing […] it was like I was glued to the pages and I couldn’t put the book down. * WRD *

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Book SynopsisA magical celebration of stories and the imagination from the multiple award-winning Anthony Browne. Where will Willy''s imagination take him next?From one of the most celebrated author-illustrators working today, Anthony Browne, comes a fantastical celebration of stories and the imagination. Once a week, Willy walks through an ordinary-looking set of doors and straight into an adventure an adventure inspired by a beloved classic of children''s literature, from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to The Wind in the Willows. Where will those doors take him today: to a mysterious desert island with footprints in the sand; down a deep, dark rabbit hole full of curious objects; or perhaps on board a pirate ship, face to face with Captain Hook? Wherever he ends up, Willy's journeys begin when he walks through those inviting doors...Trade ReviewA magical celebration of stories and the imagination from the multiple award-winning Anthony Browne. * The Bookseller Children's Buyer's Guide *

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Book Synopsis''I''ve got you. You''re not alone.'' I tried to sound calm and soothing, but I was breaking apart inside. Please don''t take him! Please save him! my mind screamed.I looked into his eyes and completely forgot the rest of the world. In that moment, all I knew was that I was holding Stark in my arms, and I was going to lose him very, very soon.As if it''s not enough to lose her friends and all three boyfriends, Zoey Redbird, the most powerful fledgling the Vampyre world has ever seen, knows that great trouble is coming to the House of Night.Despite her nightmares, Zoey finds herself distracted by the new kid Stark, brought to the House by Neferet, who clearly has something she wants from him. There''s something between Stark and Zoey that she never imagined - but disaster is awaiting them all, and she doesn''t know if she can fight the approaching evil alone any more... - Not suitable for younger readers

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Book SynopsisA follow up to the bestselling ALL ABOUT ME.The Book of Me is a beautiful, interactive journal, perfect for children to fill in and complete to create a lasting record of exactly who they are. From how to have the best ever sleepover to fill-in dream journals, and lists of life ambitions to designing your own beauty product range, this book will document every last detail. There are also gorgeous, bespoke illustrations throughout to be coloured in.This book will make a beautiful gift for friends or family to treasure forever.Other books in the series:9781780551388 All About Me9781780555225 All About Us9781780556345 My Unicorn and MeTrade ReviewPraise for All About Me: A great way to record everything that's special in your life! * Jacqueline Wilson Magazine *Praise for All About Me: A lovely way for girls to create a memory book... attractively laid out and so much more fun than a diary * Parents in Touch *

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Book SynopsisAll day there had been disasters - the water pot went all over the latest painting; the Little Princess fell off the seesaw and banged her knee; and worst of all, there was a monster under the bed that night. The castle had been ringing with the constant shout of 'I Want My Mum!'. And Mum always knew exactly the right thing to sort out the problem. But the next day, the incorrigible Little Princess is taken to play with the Little Duchess - and will she miss her mum? Not if she's having a lot of fun! But as for the poor Queen, she does miss her little girl! This title will be perfect for Mother's Day.Trade Review"Perfect for Mother’s Day, but a treat for every day." -- Andrea Reece * Lovereading4Kids *"Typically hilarious... this is another hit in Tony Ross's Little Princess series." * Early Years Educator *"Typically hilarious... this is another hit in Tony Ross's Little Princess series." * Early Years Educator *

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Book SynopsisFirst published 45 years ago, this is a beautiful new edition of Mary Stewart''s beloved magical classic illustrated by Shirley Hughes. Don''t miss the beautifully animated film adaptation called Mary and the Witch''s Flower (by the producer of The Tale of The Princess Kaguya), in cinemas now. ''The little broomstick gave a leap, a violent twist, a kick like the kick of a pony.''Mary''s been exiled to her great-aunt, deep in the English countryside. Miserable and lonely, she befriends strange black cat Tib who leads her deep into the forest to an ordinary looking broomstick. Before Mary can gather her wits, the broomstick jumps into action, whisking her over the treetops, above the clouds, and to the grounds of Endor College, school of witchcraft.But something is terribly wrong at Endor. Students are taught spells that are petty and ill-wishing, and when Mary discovers evidence of a terrible and cruel eTrade ReviewWhat enchantment . . . The author has used all her considerable gifts as a storyteller to spin this charming magical tale. * JUNIOR BOOKSHELF *Exciting and continually funny * BBC *THE LITTLE BROOMSTICK'Enriched by superb descriptions and enlivened with a genuine touch of terror.' * TEACHER *THE LITTLE BROOMSTICK'A well-plotted and exciting fantasy thriller.' * FINANCIAL TIMES *THE LITTLE BROOMSTICK'... A first-class witch thriller...unbeatable.' * OBSERVER *THE LITTLE BROOMSTICK'Mary Stewart has obviously enjoyed adapting (not lowering) her thriller technique to junior fantasy and reveals and engaging wit in the process.' * SUNDAY TIMES *

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Book SynopsisJohn Flanagan's Ranger's Apprentice and Brotherband adventure series have sold more than eight million copies worldwide. His books are available in more than one hundred countries, are regularly on the New York Times bestseller lists, and have had multiple award shortlistings and wins in Australia and overseas. John, a former television and advertising writer, lives with his wife in a Sydney beachside suburb.Trade ReviewSeries fans will relish the familiar details of warfare and comradeship as well as the surprising fireworks in both war and love. * Booklist *A fast paced adventure full of all the action you'd expect from a John Flanagan novel - the plot is superbly written with indepth characterization of all the characters that we've come to love and we are not disappointed in the adventure. * www.bfkbooks.com *

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Book SynopsisHarry Potter: A History of Magic is the official book of the exhibition, a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration between Bloomsbury, J.K. Rowling and the brilliant curators of the British Library. It promises to take readers on a fascinating journey through the subjects studied at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry from Alchemy and Potions classes through to Herbology and Care of Magical Creatures. Each chapter showcases a treasure trove of artefacts from the British Library and other collections around the world, beside exclusive manuscripts, sketches and illustrations from the Harry Potter archive. There's also a specially commissioned essay for each subject area by an expert, writer or cultural commentator, inspired by the contents of the exhibition absorbing, insightful and unexpected contributions from Steve Backshall, the Reverend Richard Coles, Owen Davies, Julia Eccleshare, Roger Highfield, Steve Kloves, Lucy Mangan, Anna Pavord and Tim Peake, who offer a personal perspe

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Book SynopsisA beautiful flapped paperback edition of this stand-alone adventure by the author of The Letter for the King Deep in the woods, a young boy is kept prisoner by his uncle. He cannot meet other children, or have any friends. He holds the key to a secret. Meanwhile, in a quiet village, Frans the schoolteacher invents stories of perilous deeds, shipwrecks, desert islands, and haunted castles to entertain his pupils. Then one stormy evening, a letter blows onto his doormat, summoning him to a meeting. Suddenly, Frans is on a real-life mission, one in which he will encounter magicians, secret passages, conspiracies, hidden treasure and a sealed parchment which predicts the future. He will learn the secret of the Seven Ways. He will find seven allies. And he will make a fearsome enemy. The adventure has begun...Trade ReviewA cracking adventure... so nail-biting you'll need to wear protective gloves The Times A magical, strange, gripping tale Spectator Draws the reader seductively along its spiralling paths... the language... is beautifully lucid, with a clear sense of playfulness and urgency... a wandering, winding ballad with occasional joyous percussion, to the spell of which the reader can't help but succumb Guardian A lovely present for a young person from 10 upwards and beyond to grown-ups who will be as enchanted as I was! Reading Zone Brilliant imaginative storytelling. It is full of eccentric characters and mystery, with a slight touch of humour. The Song of Seven is sure to go down as a classic in children's literature. It's only a shame it wasn't translated into English sooner BookTrust A fantastic new book from a legendary writer... gloriously written with tons of plot twists and turns, and a barrel-load of excitement Read it Daddy (blog) An extremely cleverly constructed story NBD Biblion A fantastic story, exciting and mysterious Chicklit.nl The Song of Seven is an engaging adventure which twists and turns... The Song of Seven offers a challenging read for those who enjoy something a little different North Somerset Teachers' Book Award A riveting story The Bay Praise for The Letter for the King: A Sunday Times, Metro and Times Book of the Year; 'A true page-turner' Sunday Times; 'Thrilling' Daily Telegraph; 'A pulse-pounding epic' Metro; 'Spellbinding' Financial Times; 'A cracker' Spectator. Praise for The Secrets of the Wild Wood: A Daily Telegraph and Sunday Times Book of the Year; 'Action-packed drama' Daily Mail; 'Thrilling' Metro; 'A spellbinding tale that will appeal to the young and old' The Lady .

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Book SynopsisAward-winning team Mahlon and Kinuko Craft bring us a gorgeous and vivid retelling of the classic story of Beauty and the Beast in this stunningly illustrated picture book.The tale is as old as time: A man steals a rose from the garden of a beast.Trade ReviewEffectively captures the mystery and magic of this tale in lyrical language. The illustrations are nothing short of gorgeous. There is a certain misty luminosity that carries readers into this forest of illusion. -- School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThe thirteenth book in the beloved, bestselling Redwall saga - soon to be a major Netflix movie!Salamandastron, under the guardianship of old Lord Stonepaw, is under threat from an enemy of immense and terrifying power. Ungatt Trunn, the wildcat who can make the stars fall from the sky, has attacked with his Blue Hordes and is determined that the fortress should be his. The mountain's defences are weak and it seems that nothing can stand in his way. Nothing, that is, but the badger Lord Brocktree, who is drawn to Salamandastron by an undeniable sense of duty. But if he is to rescue the mountain from Trunn and his verminous hordes, he must gather about him an army capable of defeating them in battle. Together with the irrepressible haremaid, Dotti, and a host of brave creatures, Brocktree journeys to Salamandastron to fulfil his destiny.Trade ReviewJacques is one of the literary world's best kept secrets . . . He has created a fascinating world of wonder which gets richer with every book. A cracking read from start to finish * Glasgow Evening Times *Not since Roald Dahl have children filled their shelves so compulsively * The Times *He is a wonderful storyteller, immersed in his own kingdom * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisThe second book in the beloved, bestselling Redwall saga - soon to be a major Netflix movie!When Verduaga Greeneyes, king of the wildcats, becomes tyrant ruler over the creatures of Mossflower, the woodlanders begin a life of serfdom and cruelty. But then, one winter afternoon, a young mouse called Martin chances by the woods -bringing with him an indomitable spirit of adventure and will for freedom . . .Trade ReviewNot since Roald Dahl have children filled their shelves so compulsively * The Times *He is a wonderful storyteller, immersed in his own kingdom * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisA lively, gorgeously illustrated story from Dynamic Duo, Reeve and McIntyre!Along with his new friends, a grumpy old albatross, a short-sighted mermaid, and a friendly island called Cliff, Oliver goes off in search of his missing parents. But before he can put his rescue plan into action there''s the evil Stacey de Lacey and an army of greasy, green sea monkeys to contend with . . .Trade Review"A delightfully told, beautiful tale, of nautical hairdressing, saltwater primates and sarcastic seaweed - this is my kind of book!" * Chris Riddell *"A lively, gorgeously illustrated story from Dynamic Duo, Reeve and McIntyre!" * Books for Topics *

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Book SynopsisThe author''s comic strip is published for the first time in North America in the first volume of a proposed multi-volume series designed to reprint the entire strip of the magical world of the author''s creation, the Moomins.

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Book SynopsisThere was nothing, and then there was a train. A train with two passengers: a petty thief from a dead-end town, and an android girl who could be more human than the rest of us. Join Zen and Nova as they find out what really lies beyond the end of the universe . . .Take a ride in Philip Reeve''s incredible imagination as he returns with this stellar follow-up to Railhead. Full of extraordinary beings and utterly real, complex characters, of thrills and thoughtful moments, this is a stunning step beyond the universe which will appeal to both sci-fi fans and foes alike.

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Book SynopsisWhen Father goes away with two strangers one evening, the lives of Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are shattered. They and their mother have to move from their comfortable London home to go and live in a simple country cottage, where Mother writes books to make ends meet. However, they soon come to love the railway that runs near their cottage, and they make a habit of waving to the Old Gentleman who rides on it. They befriend the porter, Perks, and through him learn railway lore and much else. They have many adventures, and when they save a train from disaster, they are helped by the Old Gentleman to solve the mystery of their father's disappearance, and the family is happily reunited.

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Book SynopsisLively and mischievous, idle and brave, Tom Brown is both the typical boy of his time and the perennial hero celebrated by authors as diverse as Henry Fielding (in Tom Jones) and Alec Waugh (in The Loom of Youth). The book describes Tom's time at Rugby School from his first football match, through his troubled adolescence when he is savagely bullied by the unspeakable Flashman, to his departure for a wider world as a confident young man. This classic tale of a boy's schooldays under the benevolent eye of the renowned Dr Arnold still retains the appeal for which it was acclaimed on its first publication in 1857. In its less well-known sequel, Tom Brown at Oxford, we follow our hero to St Ambrose's College, and, in sharing his undergraduate experiences, gain a vivid impression of university life in the mid nineteenth century.

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Book SynopsisHeidi is the heart-warming tale of a small girl's power for good, and it has remained a firm favourite since it was published over 100 years ago. It has been filmed and televised several times. It tells of the orphan Heidi and her idyllic existence with her gruff grandfather in the mountains. When she is sent to live in a city, comic chaos ensues, and eventually it is arranged that Heidi should return to the mountains. Together she and her friend Peter, the goat-herd, achieve wondrous changes in the community in which they live.

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Book SynopsisLittle Women is one of the best-loved children's stories of all time, based on the author's own youthful experiences. It describes the family life of the four March sisters living in a small New England community, Meg, the eldest, is pretty and wishes to be a lady; Jo, at fifteen is ungainly and unconventional with an ambition to be an author; Beth is a delicate child of thirteen with a taste for music and Amy is a blonde beauty of twelve. The story of their domestic adventures, their attempts to increase the family income, their friendship with the neighbouring Lawrence family, and their later love affairs remains as fresh and beguiling as ever. Good Wives takes up the story of the March sisters, some three years later, when, as young adults, they must face up to the inevitable trials and traumas of everyday life in their search for individual happiness.

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Book SynopsisOliver Twist tells the story of Oliver''s struggle with life. After suffering the hardships of the workhouse, he is thrust into a life in the dark underworld of the London streets. Oliver struggles to escape from the evil Fagin and Sikes who are determined to ruin his life. Exciting and powerful classic stories to enrich and extend your children''s reading experiences. TreeTops Classics are carefully adapted versions of must-read stories which introduce your readers to significant authors, powerful plots and characters that have stood the test of time. These abridged versions of classics have been sensitively adapted by top children''s authors to ensure that language and content is appropriate, but remain faithful to the original. These enchanting stories will appeal to all your junior readers and introduce them to a rich literary heritage. Each book includes author biographies and notes to help with historical and social context and any challenging vocabulary, ensuring the books are e

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Book SynopsisOnce upon a time there were two geese called Mr and Mrs Plumpster. Each Spring they returned to the marshes of their ancestors, and Mrs Plumpster laid her eggs. Soon six fine young Plumpsters hatched: Archie, Freda, Jennifer, Oswald, Timothy and Borka. But Borka was different. Borka had no feathers and could not fly. When winter came the other geese flew off in search of warmer climates, leaving Borka all alone. But her adventure was only just beginning . . .Trade ReviewWhen I was little, this was my favourite book; when my children were little, it was their favourite book. The story of how Borka, the youngest of six geese born to Mr and Mrs Plumpster without any feathers, is a touching tale of motherly love and triumph over adversity. Mrs Plumpster immediately knits poor, bald Borka a grey woollen jumper but when the family migrates south, Borka gets left behind because she can't fly. The abandoned goose is befriended by a friendly boat skipper who takes her on his boat back to London, where she is given a new home at Kew Gardens. The other geese don't mind about her having no feathers because there are so many other strange birds at Kew and anything goes. Borka is republished to celebrate its 50th anniversary. -- Katie Law * Evening Standard *Cape is right to publish this golden goose of an edition for an as-yet-uninitiated generation * Observer *

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Book SynopsisRead the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films! Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup''s father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero. Hiccup''s best friend Fishlegs thinks he has a nasty cold, but Old Wrinkly has diagnosed . . . VORPENTITIS, caused by the sting of a Venomous Vorpent, which is pretty much ALWAYS FATAL!The only antidote is the Vegetable-that-No-one-Dares-Name - the POTATO. But the only way for Hiccup to find the cure is to face Norbert the Nutjob and the terrifying Sea Dragon, the DOOMFANG. Can Hiccup survive the quest to save his best friend - and discover how to cheat a dragon''s curse?How to Train Your Dragon is a major award-winning DreamWorks film series. There is also a new live action movie due to be released in 2025. The TV series, Riders of Berk, can be seen on CBeebies and Cartoon Network.Trade ReviewOutrageously funny and inventive, here's a novel with huge appeal...It's hard to beat this story for sheer entertainment and larger than life, distinctive - and differentiated - characters * Books For Keeps *Outrageously funny and inventive, here's a novel with huge appeal...It's hard to beat this story for sheer entertainment and larger than life, distinctive - and differentiated - characters * Books For Keeps *Jam-packed with clever jokes and humorous drawings and scenes, it is just the ticket for hours of bedtime reading * Shetland Times *Jam-packed with clever jokes and humorous drawings and scenes, it is just the ticket for hours of bedtime reading * Shetland Times *Fiercely exciting and laugh-aloud funny * The Times *Fiercely exciting and laugh-aloud funny * The Times *Another rip-rollocking tale with crazy characters, juicy dialogue and graphic, scratchy illustrations * Junior *'Outrageously funny and inventive ... a novel with huge appeal ... It's hard to beat this story for sheer entertainment and larger than life, distinctive - and differentiated characters.' * Books for Keeps *Another rip-rollocking tale with crazy characters, juicy dialogue and graphic, scratchy illustrations * Junior *'Fiercely exciting and laugh-aloud funny, it is as full of joy for children of 7+ who have given up reading as for those who love it.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK: This book is great fun and has a Blackadderish sense of humour ... full of the sort of jokes that will make schoolboys snigger. * Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times *How to Train Your Dragon is a delightful narrative caper... It offers a challenging read to 11-year-olds, and rewards reading aloud, especially for those who relish an element of theatre at story time. * Sunday Herald, Glasgow *... raucous and slapstick ... liberally illustrated with [Cressida Cowell's] riotous drawings, notes and maps. * The Financial Times *[Cressida Cowell] puts a contemporary spin on the old brains over brawn moral and brings the story to a climax with a thrilling dragon duel. Lots for lots of different readers to enjoy. * Books for Keeps *Bulging with good jokes, funny drawings and dramatic scenes, it is absolutely wonderful. * Independent on Sunday *Rollicking fun with a whiff of the past. * Guardian *'If you haven't discovered Hiccup yet, you're missing out on one of the greatest inventions of modern children's literature.' * Julia Eccleshare, Guardian children's editor *

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Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book twenty one, the Famous Five are camping out near the home of a famous scientist. But when his important research papers go missing, he needs the gang''s help to get them back.Can the Five work out who took them? And why?This edition features the original cover art and inside illustrations by Eileen Soper.

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Book SynopsisA new cover look for the number one bestselling CHERUB series! This is the twelfth title in the series, and James Adams' last adventure ...Trade ReviewAnother high-octane sequence to delight readers * School Librarian *Hugely enjoyable for those who like gripping adventure stories * Oxford Times *Praise for books in the CHERUB series: 'Punchy, exciting, glamorous and, what's more, you'll completely wish it was true.' * Sunday Express *'Crackling tension and high-octane drama.' * Daily Mail *'A really good book that you could re-read over and over again.' * Guardian *'Pacy writing, punchy dialogue and a gripping plot, it's got it all.' * Daily Express *'Fast-moving action ... and cool gadgets!' * The Times *

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Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book six, Uncle Quentin has locked himself away on Kirrin Island. What''s he up to and why won''t he let anyone visit? Then the Famous Five discover that a suspicious stranger is watching Uncle Quentin''s every move. Can the Famous Five warn Uncle Quentin in time?This edition features the original cover art and inside illustrations by Eileen Soper.Trade ReviewFunny exciting, mysterious * The Best New Children's Books 2015 *Funny exciting, mysterious * The Best New Children's Books 2015 *

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Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book thirteen, the Famous Five find out about something dangerous out in Mystery Moor. They''ll have to risk the treacherous mists and follow the trail if they want to find what''s lurking in the shadows.Do they know what they''ve let themselves in for?This edition features the original cover art and inside illustrations by Eileen Soper.

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Book SynopsisThe fourth title in the number one bestselling CHERUB series! A routine operation for James turns into a much more deadly mission ...Leon is a small-time crook who''s ridden his luck for three decades. When he starts splashing big money around, the cops are desperate to know where it came from. They call in CHERUB, a secret organisation with one essential advantage: even experienced criminals never suspect that children are spying on them. James'' latest mission looks routine, but the plot he begins to unravel isn''t what anyone expected. And the only person who might know the truth is a reclusive eighteen-year-old boy. There''s just one problem. The boy fell to his death thirteen months earlier.Trade ReviewThe action moves at a cracking pace * The Bookseller *Brilliant! * Lancashire Book of the Year 2007 *Praise for books in the CHERUB series: 'Punchy, exciting, glamorous and, what's more, you'll completely wish it was true.' * Sunday Express *Action-packed adventure ... much more credible than many of the spy stories on the market * Publishing News *'Crackling tension and high-octane drama.' * Daily Mail *'A really good book that you could re-read over and over again.' * Guardian *'Pacy writing, punchy dialogue and a gripping plot, it's got it all.' * Daily Express *'Fast-moving action ... and cool gadgets!' * The Times *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of BEFORE I FALL comes the first book in the remarkable New York Times bestselling trilogy about forbidden love, revolution and the power to choose.Trade ReviewFast paced and consistently poignant, this tale quickly becomes hypnotically addictive ... A thoughtful, exciting and moving story that reminds us just how important love is. Devour it, then go and give all your friends a big hug. * Heat *Crackling with tension, Lauren Oliver's follow up to DELIRIUM is as whip smart and addictive as her dystopian debut. * Marie Claire *A dystopian Romeo and Juliet story that deserves to be as massive as Twilight. * Stylist *Amazing, unputdownable! * Grazia *We're big fans of Lauren Oliver and this is the emotionally charged follow-up to last year's futuristic love story DELIRIUM. With echoes of Brave New World, we catch up with young heroine Lena as she attempts to survive in the dangerous Wilds . . . Now we just have to wait for the final episode in the trilogy. -- Bella on PANDEMONIUMIn the same mode as Suzanne Collins in her Hunger Games trilogy, Oliver, too, posits a feisty, physically able heroine, giving as good as she gets, in a fast-paced YA thriller: this trend is a welcome one -- Independent on Sunday on PANDEMONIUMThe new Hunger Games . . . We loved the first two books, and spring sees the publication of the final instalment . . . With a movie trilogy in the pipeline too, you'd better get reading! -- Cosmopolitan on REQUIEMLena Haloway's journey will have readers breathlessly turning the pages . . . A dystopian tour de force. -- Kirkus Reviews on REQUIEM

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Book SynopsisIt's the final Pony Club Secrets adventure for Issie and Storm can they become the youngest team to win the triple Grand Slam ever?Don't miss the explosive finale to the bestselling pony series!Issie exceeded her wildest riding dreams winning at the Lexington Kentucky four-star trials, but could there be even bigger prizes on the horizon?Her foal, Nightstorm, has grown up to be an incredible sporthorse powerful, fast and eager to win, so it's time to put their riding skills to the ultimate test and see if they can complete the hat-trick and win at Badminton and Burghley too!

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Book SynopsisPrima Ballerina Darcey Bussell takes you on a captivating journey to a faraway land of ballet and magic, the wonderful world of Enchantia! The second of sparkly new series for all young girls who dream of being a ballerina, or simply love to dance!Delphie is getting ready to audition for the end of term ballet show but before she can even think about practising, her help is needed in Enchantia. Does Delphie hold the key to break the magic spell and unlock the secrets of the magical world?Trade Review“Don’t be surprised if your child asks for a magical pair of red ballet shoes.” Telegraph Magazine “Delightful.” You Magazine (Mail on Sunday) “A delight for any young reader who sees herself as a budding ballerina.” MumKnowsBest.co.uk

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Book SynopsisLittle Red Riding Hood is on her way to visit Granny. But when she arrives at Granny''s a big, hairy, toothy surprise awaits her! What''s happened to Granny and how will Little Red Riding Hood escape? This wordless traditional tale is brought to life by award-winning illustrator Katherine McEwen.Lilac/Band 0 books are wordless that tell a story through pictures and are designed to develop understanding about how stories work.Text type: A wordless traditional storyChildren can follow Little Red Riding Hood''s journey through the forest to Granny''s house on pages 14-15.Curriculum links: Personal, Social and Emotional Development

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Book SynopsisThe stakes are raised in the second book of this glamorous new horse riding series set in the USA - winner takes all as the rivals compete for the showjumping cup! Don't miss the latest instalment of pony adventures from the author of the UK's bestselling pony series 'Pony Club Secrets'.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the 40th anniversary of the miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge!.Bad weather is on the way and the autumn stores are still not gathered in!Quickly, all the mice of Brambly Hedge set to work to finish the harvesting before the rain begins. Primrose, Lord Woodmouse''s daughter, meant to help, but somehow she daydreamed her way over the cornfield and into the Chestnut Woods, and before she knew it, she was lost. The sun went down, the wind rose and it began to rain. Primrose was all alone in the dark and she was frightened.Poor Primrose, would she find her way home again?Also look out for Summer Story, Spring Story and Winter Story!Trade Review“…the most researched-crammed fantasy ever set before small children…” Sunday Times Magazine “Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story are beautiful tales…nostalgic Mums can enjoy them with their own kids.” The Sun (Natasha Harding “Incredible illustrations…” @father_of_daughters, Instagram “If I [were] a mouse, this is where I’d wanna live” @britneyspears, Instagram “Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story are beautiful tales…nostalgic Mums can enjoy them with their own kids.” The Sun (Natasha Harding

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Smarties Silver medal, and best-selling title, Harry the Poisonous Centipede is the delightfully squirmy story of a little centipede's adventures in the scary world of the dreaded Hoo-Mins!It's a Hoo-Min! crackled George. Walking on its hairy-biter feet!But now it was Harry who felt brave. Come on! Let's peep at it!They crawled the rest of the way up the tunnel towards the light.Harry is a poisonous centipede but he's not very brave. Still, he is the star of this seriously squirmy story. Harry likes to eat things that wriggle and crackle, and things that are juicy and munchy! But there are some things that a poisonous centipede must never try to eat dangerous things like flying swoopers, belly wrigglers, furry biters and the most dangerous of all Hoo-Mins!Harry and George's adventures up to the world of Hoo-Mins sparkle with fun and will be a delightfully squirmy experience for all young readers.Trade ReviewPraise for Harry the Poisonous Centipede:“A real ground level story that rockets along on hundreds of legs…Bug fans will love this.” – Kidstuff School Books RTE Guide Praise for Tiger, Tiger:“Tiger, Tiger burns brightly to the very last page, and long afterwards too.” – Michael Morpurgo Praise for The Indian in the Cupboard:“An assured piece of storytelling, well able to stand comparison with older classics.” – Times Educational Supplement “Enthralling and hair-raising reading.” – TLS Praise for The Secret of the Indian:“There have been many famous stories in which children’s toys come alive: this book is in the same great tradition.” -School Library Association.

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Book SynopsisA hilarious story Paddington, the much-loved bear from Darkest Peru ? now a major movie star!Paddington is in high competitive spirits when he accompanies the Brown family to a local sports day. But whether he?s putting the shot, helping Jonathan and Judy get ready for the three-legged race, or taking part in a relay, nothing goes quite as planned.Will a gold medal ever be within Paddington?s reach?Trade ReviewPraise for the Paddington series: 'I've always had great respect for Paddington… He is a British institution.' Stephen Fry 'Paddington has joined Pooh as one of the great bears of English children's literature.' The Teacher 'Michael Bond's accident-prone bear…has become one of the most enduring of children's characters.' The Bookseller

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Book SynopsisThe town of Hamelin is over-run with rats, and the mayor is getting desperate for a solution. When the mysterious Pied Piper appears their troubles seem to be over - but what happens when the mayor refuses to pay him? This wordless traditional tale is brought to life by acclaimed author and illustrator Jane Ray.

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