Children & Teen Fiction Books
Sweet Cherry Publishing Creepy Classics The Picture of Dorian Gray Easy
Book SynopsisBasil Hallward's latest portrait is the best he's ever painted. But when the portrait's subject, Dorian Gray, realises that he will never look as young and handsome again, he makes a terrible wish. From then on, Dorian becomes as ugly on the inside as he is beautiful on the outside. He lives his life never feeling bad about anything. Until one day his wrongdoings catch up with him.
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Pan Macmillan Astrid and the Space Cadets Danger at the Black
Book SynopsisAlex T. Smith has drawn and written stories since he could hold a pencil. After considering several career options (space traveller, cake maker, professional rabbit), Alex decided to train to do the job he'd wanted to do since he was five an illustrator specializing in the world of children's publishing.Alex graduated with a first-class degree in Illustration in 2006 and also won second place in the Macmillan Prize for Illustration in his final year. Since then Alex has gone on to work for a wide variety of clients, not just in the publishing industry, as well as writing and illustrating his own picture books, many of which have won prizes and have been read on TV during the Bedtime Hour on the CBeebies channel. Alex is also the creator of the bestselling Claude series for early readers, which appear in their own TV series on Disney Junior. His much-loved How Winston Delivered Christmas, How Winston Came Home from Christmas, The Grumpus and the witty retelling of
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HarperCollins Publishers The Dance in the Dark A Scarlet and Ivy Mystery
Book SynopsisThe third unputdownable mystery in the thrilling and bestselling SCARLET AND IVY series, perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE, SINCLAIR'S MYSTERIES and THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL.Is someone out for the ultimate revenge at Rookwood School?With their evil headmaster, Mr Bartholomew, safely out of the picture and kindly Mrs Knight in charge, life at Rookwood is looking up. There''s a ballet recital that Scarlet is desperate to star in, and more clues to uncover about the twins'' mother.But after their beloved ballet teacher Miss Finch suddenly disappears and the mysterious Madame Zelda takes her place, strange things start happening. Poison letters are circulating the school, and ''accidents'' are plaguing the students. It seems that the girls are in danger once moreDiscover the complete SCARLET AND IVY series, with six mesmerising mysteries to dive into.A true page-turning, nail-biting mystery' Guardian Children's Reviews on SCARLET AND IVYTrade ReviewPraise for the Scarlet and Ivy series:“I loved this book as it is a true page-turning, nail-biting mystery. The author has very cleverly hidden clues in the story and lets us solve the mystery as well. I read it in less than a day. It is gripping and keeps you begging for more.” Guardian.com, children’s reviews
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HarperCollins Publishers Farmer Giles of Ham
Book SynopsisA commemorative golden anniversary edition of Tolkien's classic book, including a new introduction, a map, a copy of Tolkien's unpublished short story which he expanded for publication, his notes for an aborted sequel, and the original first edition illustrations by Pauline Baynes.Farmer Giles of Ham did not look like a hero. He was fat and red-bearded and enjoyed a slow, comfortable life.Then one day a rather deaf and short-sighted giant blundered on to his land. More by luck than skill, Farmer Giles managed to scare him away. The people of the village cheered: Farmer Giles was a hero.His reputation spread far and wide across the kingdom. So it was natural that when the dragon Chrysophylax visited the area it was Farmer Giles who was expected to do battle with it!Trade Review‘A fabulous tale of the days when giants and dragons walked the kingdom’Sunday Times
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HarperCollins Publishers The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Hardback
Book SynopsisA beautiful hardback edition of The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, book five in the classic series, The Chronicles of Narnia. This edition is complete with cover and colour interior art by the original illustrator of Narnia, Pauline Baynes.The intrepid Edmund and Lucy return to Narnia with their beastly cousin Eustace in tow on the ship The Dawn Treader, where their old friend Prince Caspian is searching for lost friends of his father''s. As the children take to the Eastern Seas in their hunt for the friends they find themselves embroiled in a dangerous adventure that leads them once again to Aslan the lion.Trade Review‘The magic of C. S. Lewis’s parallel universe never fades.’ The Times
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HarperCollins Publishers The Diamond Horse
Book SynopsisA frozen palace and a sparkling secret an epic Russian adventure awaits!Anna Orlov might be the luckiest girl in the world. She is the daughter of a Russian Count and lives in a beautiful snowbound palace that is home to a menagerie of wonderful animals: tigers, wolfhounds and, of course, horses. And she is also the owner of a beautiful heirloom a diamond necklace with a secret past.But when Anna defies her father's wishes and secretly raises a young colt alongside her pet tiger cub, her actions will have far reaching consequences. And soon Anna, her tiger and her horse will be fighting for survival in the frozen tundra of SiberiaAn epic adventure of horses, friendship and sparkling secrets!Trade ReviewPraise for ‘The Princess and the Foal’:‘The perfect gift for girls with big dreams’ The Bookseller ‘Great new book – 10/10’ Newmarket Journal ‘Younger readers will delight in this heartwarming tale’ Horse
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Firefly Press Ltd Welsh Giants Ghosts and Goblins
Book SynopsisAs the giant Idris travels across Wales on a quest to collect stories we meet a vengeful house goblin, a ghost that steals life, dwarves living beneath a garden, a tea party of lady ghosts and many other fascinating and devious fairy folk, reimagined from Welsh legend.
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UCLan Publishing The Lost Dogs
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Sweet Cherry Publishing To The Lighthouse
Book SynopsisAdeline Virginia Woolf was an English writer. She is considered one of the most important modernist 20th-century authors. She pioneered the use of stream of consciousness as a narrative device.
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HarperCollins Publishers Stop in the name of pants Book 9 Confessions of
Book SynopsisSound the Cosmic Horn for bestselling author Louise Rennison's ninth book of the confessions of crazy but loveable teenager Georgia Nicolson!Now that Georgia has finally won over gorgey Masimo, the Italian Stallion, her old friend and lip-nibbling partner Dave the Laugh has popped up again. Will Georgia go to Pizza-a-gogo land to visit dreamy Masimo? Or could her perfect boy be closer than she thinks. A Sex Kitty's life is never simpleMore hilarious confessions from our fave teen drama queen, Georgia Nicolson.Trade ReviewPraise for ‘…startled by his furry shorts!’ ‘It’s an excellent book and I’m dying to know what happens next.’ Sugar Praise for ‘…then he ate my boy entrancers.’: '’You'll be falling about laughing at this.' Mizz ‘The only snag about taking this on holiday is that it won’t last long: it will be consumed without a break except for the snorting noises. But it can always be passed on to parents by any youngster who can stand the sound of Vati’s and Mutti’s snorts, or dipped into repeatedly because every line is vair vair funny.’ Sunday TimesPraise for ‘…startled by his furry shorts.’: ‘It’s an excellent book and I’m dying to know what happens next.’ Sugar Praise for ‘…and that’s when it fell off in my hand.’: ‘Readers will find themselves laughing uncontrollably until their sides hurt, and won’t be able to put the book down.’ Sunday Times ‘Hilarious… [Louise Rennison] is queen of the pink-book pack.’ The Times Praise for ‘Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging’: ‘Bridget Jones for teenagers – but funnier. Expect Potter-esque queues for the sequel.’ Sunday Telegraph
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Union Square & Co. Bad Badger
Book SynopsisFor fans of Odder and Skunk and Badger comes a heartwarming story of an unlikely friendship between a gull and a badger. Septimus is not good at being a badger. He adores the sunset. He dreams of going to Venice. And he lives alone in a charming cottage by the sea. He’s not unhappy with his tidy, solitary life, but there are times when being so bad at badgerdom makes him wonder if he’s even a badger at all. When a gull of very few words lands on the windowsill, Septimus leaps at the possibility of friendship. However, his new confidant soon goes missing and Septimus is bereft. Determined to find his best—and only—friend, he ventures into new territory and encounters a cast of surprising characters. Can Septimus be as brave and bighearted as he’ll need to be to find Gully? Or is he really a bad badger after all?Bad Badger is a young middle-grade novel about badgers, gulls, and learning that staying true to yourself means knowing who you are to begin with.
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HarperCollins Publishers How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Book SynopsisThe timeless Christmas classic from the iconic Dr. Seuss! Read this favourite story of joy, love and acceptance anytime, anywhere!The Grinch hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season!Now, please don't ask why. No one quite knows the reasonWith a heart two sizes too small, the Grinch is the meanest creature you'll ever meet. He hates Christmas and the whole festive season. But when he hatches a dastardly plot to steal Christmas, he's in for a big surprise!With hilarious rhymes and beautiful illustrations, this classic seasonal story has become a favourite for good reason and teaches readers the true meaning of Christmas.Dr. Seuss is one of the most beloved authors of all time!Perfect for a Christmas stocking or to pair with How the Grinch Lost Christmas!, The Grinch Activity Book or How the Grinch Lost Christmas! Colouring BookParent and Educator approved quality The story is aligned with EYFS guidelines to encourage imaginative play and social-emotional learning. Beginning readers - How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is the perfect way for developing readers to enjoy reading the story themselves! By combining the funniest stories, craziest creatures, and zaniest rhymes, Dr. Seuss makes reading fun!Trade ReviewPraise for Dr. Seuss: “[Dr. Seuss] has…instilled a lifelong love of books, learning and reading [in children]” The Telegraph “Dr. Seuss ignites a child’s imagination with his mischievous characters and zany verses” The Express “The magic of Dr. Seuss, with his hilarious rhymes, belongs on the family bookshelf” Sunday Times Magazine “The author… has filled many a childhood with unforgettable characters, stunning illustrations, and of course, glorious rhyme” The Guardian
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HarperCollins Publishers BEANO Betty and the Yeti Friends at First Fart
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HarperCollins Publishers Thomasina
Book SynopsisCollins Modern Classics are re-launched in gorgeous new covers bringing these familiar stories to a new generation. From the author of best-loved classic The Snow Goose'.I was aware, from the very beginning, that I was a most unusual catThomasina is the beloved pet cat of 7-year-old Mary Ruadh, whose strict father is the town''s vet. When Thomasina falls ill, her father sees no other option but to put the cat down. Heartbroken by his cruelty, Mary stops speaking to her father and falls dangerously ill herself.Meanwhile, Thomasina is rescued by Lori, a young woman who lives alone in an isolated glen and is rumoured to be a witch with healing powers.While Lori helps Thomasina recover from her ordeal, Mary''s health continues to deteriorate and it is only when Thomasina makes her miraculous return, on a dark and stormy night, and is reunited with her owner that Mary is pulled from the brink of death.Trade Review“This is a story that cats would love as much as I do!” Michael Morpurgo Praise for ‘Jennie’:“’Jennie’ makes you really and truly feel as if you’ve lived in the world of cats.” Vivian French
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HarperCollins Publishers The Familiars Circle of Heroes
Book SynopsisThe third and final magical adventure starring three brave and heroic animals a thrilling blend of edge-of-your-seat action, laugh-out-loud humour and unforgettable characters. No wonder Sony snapped up film rights, to be directed by Pixar animator Doug Sweetland.Aldwyn the cat, Gilbert the frog and Skylar the blue jay have managed to survive the first attack from the evil wizardess. But with an army of zombies coming, can they bring all the animals together to reunite the magic of humans and animalkind in time to save their world? Full of action, adventure, magic and humour, this is the final instalment of this epic trilogy.Trade ReviewPraise for The Familiars: Animal Wizardry: "A captivating story that puts a fresh spin on the classic fantasy tale by telling it from the animals' point of view. Prepare yourself for more twists and turns than you can shake a wand at, and cliff-hangers by the dozen!" Roderick Gordon, author of Tunnels "The Familiars combines the magic of Harry Potter and the adventure of Warriors into an enchanting story readers will love. Whether furry, flippered or feathered you'll be taking a closer look at your family pet." Michael Buckley, author of The Sisters Grimm and NERDS
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HarperCollins Publishers Look into my eyes
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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HarperCollins Publishers Glitter
Book SynopsisA stunning new cover look for the second novel from Kate Maryon - the sensational new voice of tween girl fiction.Liberty's family is super-rich but when her dad loses his job, she has to learn that not all that glitters is goldLiberty Parfitt is sure there's more to life than getting good exam results and earning lots of money. Unfortunately her super-rich, workaholic dad doesn't agree he thinks Liberty's passion for music is a total waste of time. But when Dad loses his job and falls into a deep depression, Liberty's talent may be the one thing that can save him.The second stunning novel from the sparkling author of SHINE.Trade ReviewPraise for ‘Invisible Girl’:“Kate Maryon’s characters stay with you long after the book is finished.” Jenny Valentine Praise for ‘Glitter’:“Heart-warming and a cut above the rest.” The Daily Express “OH MY GOSH! I have just finished Glitter. IT'S THE BEST BOOK EVER, and (honestly) I haven't had my head out the book for at least 4 or 5 hours tonight as I was tempted to get to the end. I really like the way (both of your books really) have realistic problems that I could be in right now, makes me really feel for the character.” Vistie, aged 8 “[Glitter] is now my favourite book that's not teenage fiction (I read a lot of teenage books and rarely like 8-12 books!!) but I think this is a great book for everyone's age!!!” Amazon review “The best thing about this book is that just when you're not expecting it something will happen. I thought this book was very real and understanding and I really recommend it.” Ella, aged 9 Praise for Shine:“[Kate Maryon] understands a child's deepest feelings, including the negative ones, and she allows Tiff to run through the gamut of them as she slowly works her way through feelings of abandonment, loneliness, fear and anger, until eventually happiness and love can resurface. Readers will recognise all her thoughts. It's an uplifting story which begins with a huge disaster and ends with a new start for everyone. It will reassure and comfort its readers and it exactly inhabits their emotional landscape… I think tween girls are going to love it.” [Four stars] TheBookBag.co.uk
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Happy Yak Are You a Hungry Monster
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Random House USA Inc Dick Van Dyke A Little Golden Book Biography
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Scallywag Press Ivy Newt and the Vampixies
Book SynopsisFourth in a highly illustrated chapter book series for ages 5-7 featuring Ivy, an unstoppable and lovable young witch, and her friend and familiar Tom.
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HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Races Ahead A funny illustrated
Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!My legs are a bit short for the pole vault! repeated Paddington hotly. But they've always been that way.Somehow Paddington always manages to find himself in unusual situations. So it is no surprise when he gets into a spot of bother with some shaving cream, causes a London bus to be evacuated, and is mistaken for a famous Peruvian hurdler by a film crew. There's never a dull moment when a certain bear is around!For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express
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Scholastic The Squid Squad
Book SynopsisSPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS meets BUNNY VERSUS MONKEY in this hilarious,zany and action-packed full-colour graphic novel for readers aged5-8. Join naughty best friends Ollie the vampire squid and Zingthe toxin-squirting sea bunny as they cause chaos in the deep seawith the rest of their undersea crew!
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HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Takes the Test
Book SynopsisTo celebrate Paddington Bear's 60th birthday in 2018 this hilarious classic novel from master storyteller Michael Bond has been given a fresh new look. Paddington is now a major movie star!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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express
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HarperCollins Publishers A Tale of Time City
Book SynopsisWhen Vivian is evacuated from London in 1939, she expects to be staying in the countryside. Instead, she is whisked away to Time City a place that exists outside time and space.It is a strange and remarkable place, where technology rules yet important events of both past and future are marked by the appearance of mysterious Time Ghosts.Here, a Time Patrol works to preserve historical events but unknown rogue time-travellers are plotting to take control and are stealing the wards that protect the city. If they succeed, Time City and History as we know it will both be destroyed.Jonathan and Sam are convinced that Vivian can help to save their home for, astonishingly, she appears as a Time Ghost herself in a forgotten part of the city. But how can she possibly know what to do, when the important event hasn't even happened yet?!Trade ReviewPraise for Diana Wynne Jones ’[Wynne Jones] has a unique record of producing books you can't forget… Every book is different. And every book is likely to be in someone's top seven… I feel we need to acknowledge how lucky those of us are who grew up on her books, and to ensure subsequent generations enjoy the same intense and subtle pleasure.’ The Guardian “…Her hallmarks include laugh-aloud humour, plenty of magic and imaginative array of alternate worlds. Yet, at the same time, a great seriousness is present in all of her novels, a sense of urgency that links Jones’s most outrageous plots to her readers’ hopes and fears…”Publishers Weekly “Truly magical – guaranteed to leave you gasping – even hotter than Potter”The Bookseller “Diana Wynne Jones could teach Stephen King and JK Rowling a thing or two … [she] has a skill for inserting just the right amount of detail in her written words, leaving you satiated but not stuffed.” SFX
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Day My School Got Famous
Book SynopsisA genuinely uplifting, heartfelt, inclusive and moving story, fizzing with mischief and humour - Ian Eagleton, author of Glitter BoyJen Carney weaves humour and empathy into every page! - Maisie Chan, author of Danny Chung Does Not Do MathsSince Ferris Foster's dog got famous, life has taken another surprising turn:1. Ferris's new foster brother, Nile, has arrived with a BANG, causing mischief wherever he goes!2. An unexploded Second World War bomb has been discovered under Ferris''s school, causing it to CLOSE DOWN!3. Ferris is still a cartooning genius, but between temporary homeschooling and Nile's noisy science experiments, it''s practically impossible to draw anything!When the headteacher sets the school a design challenge, Ferris realizes he MUST find a way to work with Nile. But can the boys put their differences aside in order to win the once-in-a-lifetime prize? Or will this partnership have EXPLOSIVE consequences?!BUCKLE UP, READER! THIS BOOK IS BURSTING WITH COMIC STRIPS AND CARTOONS!Praise for THE DAY MY DOG GOT FAMOUS:''Funny, heartfelt and inclusive - a brilliant read!'' Maisie Chan, author of Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths ''A really fun story with funny illustrations - your kid's gonna love it!'' Lauren Layfield, TV presenter and author of Indi Raye is Totally Faking It''Warm-hearted, accessible and laugh-out-loud funny. It shows that family is bigger than biology - it''s about who you love and who you look out for - and there''s room for everyone!'' Sarah Hagger-Holt, author of Proud of Me Engaging with fab illustrations. Me and my daughter love Jen''s books! Helen Rutter, author of The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Three Musketeers
Book SynopsisPuffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every childRediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this charming edition of The Three Musketeers. When young D''Artagnan comes to Paris to seek his fortune, he is challenged to a duel with not one, but three of the king''s Musketeers. But Athos, Porthos and Aramis become his trusted friends as he tries to prove himself worthy of becoming a fourth Musketeer.
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HarperCollins Publishers Where Are You Blue Kangaroo A new 25th
Book SynopsisLily and Blue Kangaroo a friendship forever!A heartwarming story featuring Lily and her much-loved toy, Blue Kangaroo, from award-winning, renowned illustrator, Emma Chichester Clark.Lily loves Blue Kangaroo, but she often loses him and sometimes Blue Kangaroo wonders if he'll ever see her again. Luckily, Lily always seems to find him, but what if one day she doesn't?Trade ReviewPraise for the Blue Kangaroo series: ‘Irresistible… brimming with ‘Aaah’ factor.’ Bookseller ‘Blue Kangaroo is a winner.’ T. E. S. ‘Warm, funny and beautifully observed. Any family that hasn’t yet discovered Blue Kangaroo has a treat in store.’ Daily Telegraph ‘Blue Kangaroo is rapidly becoming an all-time classic children's character.’ Books For Keeps Praise for Where Are You, Blue Kangaroo?: ‘Dazzles with as much craft and originality as the first picture book about this disarming pair.’ Independent ‘Blue Kangaroo is more than just a metaphorical friend.’ Bookbag ‘Witty’ Publishers Weekly ‘Some beautifully-observed expressions and gestures’ Books for Keeps
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Walker Books Ltd The Worlds Worst Alien
Book SynopsisHilarious observational humour and witty social commentary combine in this debut comedy of an alien reluctantly coming to Earth to "fix" the mess that humans have made of her school project.When alien "Sky" creates planet Earth as part of a school project, she''s delighted by her success. Those dinosaurs roaming about the place are top-mark material! Then humans sweep in and it''s farewell dinosaurs, hello destruction. This disappointing evolutionary twist calls for drastic measures: Sky, the laziest student in class, is going to have make an effort, go down to Earth and fix humanity...
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Walker Books Ltd Harriet Hound
Book SynopsisThe world''s happiest and most dog-friendly superhero is here! A brand new, charming adventure for young readers.Meet Harriet Hound. She''s eight years old and loves dogs!But Harriet has something else that makes her super ... the power to summon the dogs from her family''s rescue shelter every time there's trouble afoot.Whether it''s a carnival catastrophe, a sudden storm, or vanishing vegetables, Harriet and her best dog friends use their super special talents and problem-solving skills to save the day!
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HarperCollins Publishers The Whisperer
Book SynopsisAn edgy new picture book from the renowned creator of Percy the Park Keeper. Featuring an exciting new style of illustration and a thought-provoking plot, this stunning picture book is set to become a firm favourite.Two gangs of cats live in a scrap yard on the edge of the city. When they're not eating or sleeping, they're fighting, and that's just how The Whisperer likes it. He's a rat, and if he can keep the cats going after each other, they'll leave him and his kind alone.But just maybe, things in the scrap yard are about to change for the better. Or as The Whisperer sees itfor the worseTrade ReviewPraise for QPootle5:“An alien story with a difference! There’s lots of laughs in this friendly, funny story and we loved the wonderfully low-tech DIY spaceship.”Practical Parenting Praise for Albert le Blanc''Nick Butterworth is one of the best picture book writers alive.'' The Independent ‘’Butterworth’s drawings have a comforting clarity and his stories develop straightforwardly so the book works for just about everyone.’’ Sunday Times ‘’Triumphant’’ The Observer Praise for QPootle5:“An alien story with a difference! There’s lots of laughs in this friendly, funny story and we loved the wonderfully low-tech DIY spaceship.”Practical Parenting Praise for Albert le Blanc''Nick Butterworth is one of the best picture book writers alive.'' The Independent ‘’Butterworth’s drawings have a comforting clarity and his stories develop straightforwardly so the book works for just about everyone.’’ Sunday Times ‘’Triumphant’’ The Observer
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Legend of Captain Crows Teeth
Book SynopsisWill's brother Marty is always playing practical jokes. But when he tells the bloodcurdling story of the cutthroat pirate Captain Crow, Will is terrified. Is it another one of Marty's tricks, or could Captain Crow's ghost really be out to get him? This work is intended for boys and girls aged 7-9 years.Trade ReviewPlenty of full-on belly laughs * Sunday Times *The funniest book of the year. A mini-masterpiece * Daily Mail *The funniest book of the year. A mini-masterpiece * Daily Mail *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Tale of Troy
Book SynopsisPuffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every childRediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this legendary edition of The Tales of Troy. The story of Helen and the judgement of Paris, of the gathering Heroes and the seige of Troy; of Achilles and his vulnerable heel, reared by the Centaur on wild honey and the marrow of lions; of Odysseus, the last of the Heroes, his plan for the wooden Horse and his many adventures on his long journey home to Greece.
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HarperCollins Publishers Shadow and Tide
Book SynopsisThe second irresistible adventure in the Compass and Blade trilogy, full of intrigue, sizzling romance, dark magic and monstrous beings.A magical bargain always comes at a cost.On Rosevear, Mira is plagued by nightmares. She is lost and untethered and then the watch strike, burning her home. The attack ignites a spark within her, and Mira knows it's time to call in her bargain with Elijah, and tear down Captain Renshaw and the watch.Mira must find allies and she turns to the witches for help unlocking her siren abilities. But the witches aren't all on Mira's side; and what they ask of her may be her undoing.As she desperately fights for a way to keep her home safe, with Elijah by her side, more deadly and seductive than ever, Mira realises she is being hunted. For in the eyes of the ruling council, Mira is a monster, and monstrous creatures must be tamed
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HarperCollins Publishers Return of the Indian
Book SynopsisOmri has never forgotten Little Bull though, and finally yields to the temptation to see his tiny blood brother again.But when the cupboard door opens, Little Bull is slumped, unconscious, over his horse, two bullet wounds in his back. As Omri tries to help him, he faces the terrifying responsibility of power, the power of life and deathTrade ReviewPraise for The Indian in the Cupboard ‘An assured piece of story-telling, well able to stand comparison with older classics.”Times Educational Supplement “Enthralling and hair-raising reading.” TLS “The Key to the Indian is a swiftly-moving, tightly-plotted, exciting, funny tale, which will keep the reader firmly hooked and frantically turning the pages.” Carousel 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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HarperCollins Publishers Mog in the Dark
Book SynopsisShare in fifty years of a really remarkable catAn all-time classic Mog story refreshed with a new cover and format.Join Mog for a fantastical adventure with mousedogbird!Mog sat in the dark.Mog thought in the dark.But the dark was not where Mog wanted to beAnd who else was there in the dark?One night Mog's imagination takes her on a hilarious twilight adventure to a land of fantastical creatures, but true to form, all Mog really wants is her supper!Mog the Forgetful Cat was first published fifty years ago, and Mog has been delighting children all over the world with her adventures ever since. These books are the perfect gifts for boys, girls and families everywhere!Trade ReviewPraise for Mog:‘Since her debut in 1970, Mog has become… a national hero.’ Junior Magazine ‘A firm favourite on children's bookshelves’ The Telegraph ‘Mog is a star, she really is. I can't recommend her highly enough. Someone should give that cat a medal, or an egg for breakfast.’ The Bookbag ‘Delightful stories about the family cat with attitude.’ The Guardian Praise for Judith Kerr:‘One of the best authors a child of 3+ could encounter.’ The Times “It’s no surprise Judith’s work is still popular. It owes nothing to the vagaries of style or fashion. Her warmth and humanity are timeless.” Michael Foreman
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Badtempered Ladybird
Book SynopsisOVER 175 MILLION ERIC CARLE BOOKS SOLD WORLDWIDEA much-loved classic from the creator of The Very Hungry CaterpillarThe bad-tempered ladybird picks a fight with every animal it meets but after a whole day of being bad-tempered, the ladybird realises that life is much better when you''re kind! With its die-cut pages to show the rising and falling sun, this is a beautifully illustrated story that teaches children about telling the time, size and the importance of sharing.Discover more beautiful books by Eric Carle:Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?The Very Busy SpiderFrom Head to ToeMister Seahorse The Tiny Seed
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Across the Universe
Book SynopsisAmy has left the life she loves for a world 300 years awayTrapped in space and frozen in time, Amy is bound for a new planet. But fifty years before she''s due to arrive, she is violently woken, the victim of an attempted murder. Now Amy''s lost on board and nothing makes sense - she''s never felt so alone.Yet someone is waiting for her. He wants to protect her; and more if she''ll let him. But who can she trust amidst the secrets and lies? A killer is out there - and Amy has nowhere to hide . . .Trade ReviewAn unforgettable opening scene * Kirkus Book Reviews *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Gladiator Street Fighter
Book Synopsis''It is settled. The boy is in your charge. You will train him to fight.He must be able to use the dagger, throwing-knife, staves and his bare hands.One day young Marcus may well become a gladiator in the arena.But you must also teach him the ways of the street.''Now a member of Julius Caesar''s palace, Marcus''s training continues in the city of Rome. The streets are plagued by vicious gang war attacks, and Caesar must employ his own gang leader, who learns of a plot to murder him. Only Marcus can go in undercover. But he''s in terrible danger. If the rival gang discover him the price will be fatal. Julius Caesar''s isn''t the only life at risk . . .Trade ReviewSimon Scarrow will do for boy gladiators what JK Rowling did for boy wizards. * waterstones.com *Hogwarts meets Rome * Telegraph *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Chocolate Box Girls Marshmallow Skye
Book SynopsisSKYE and SUMMER TANBERRY are identical twins, and Skye loves her sister Summer more than anyone else in the world. They do everything together, but lately Skye''s been feeling like second-best - it''s the story of her life. And when her friend Alfie confesses he''s fallen not for her, but for Summer, it hurts.Skye wants to be her own person, but with an effortlessly cool twin, how can she? Will Skye ever step out of Summer''s shadow and find her own chance to shine?Trade ReviewPraise for Cherry Crush: All the teenage humours of romance, jealousy, friendship and sorrow rage freely in this brilliantly observed story of contemporary life. -- Julia Eccleshare * lovereading4kids.co.uk *The best book she has ever written * amazon.co.uk *Praise for Cathy's books: Touching, tender and unforgettable. * The Guardian *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Spud
Book SynopsisSpud is the hilarious debut novel by John van de RuitIt''s 1990. Apartheid is crumbling, Nelson Mandela has just been released from prison and thirteen-year-old Spud Milton is about to start his first year at an elite boys-only boarding school. Cursed with embarrassingly dysfunctional parents, a nutty granny and a dormitory full of strange characters, Spud has his hands full trying to adapt to his new home. With only his wits and his diary, he takes readers on a rowdy boarding school romp full of illegal midnight swims, catastrophic cricket matches, ghostbusting escapades, girls and disastrous holidays.South African comedian John van de Ruit invites the reader into the mind of a young boy whose eyes are being opened to love, friendship and complete insanity!Some rave reviews from South Africa:''Funny, fast-paced and wonderfully observant'' - The Daily News''Once you pick it up it''s almost as if the pages turn themselves'' - Metrobeat''Achingly funny'' - Sunday Times LifestyleJohn van de Ruit was born in Durban, South Africa. He went to the University of Natal where he completed a Masters degree in Drama and Performance. Since 1998 he has been a professional actor, playwright and producer, winning numerous awards. Spud is his first novel.Trade ReviewSome rave reviews from South Africa:Funny, fast-paced and wonderfully observant -- Book Shelf * The Daily News *Once you pick it up it's almost as if the pages turn themselves * Metrobeat *Achingly funny * Sunday Times Lifestyle *Funny, fast-paced and wonderfully observant -- Book Shelf * The Daily News *Once you pick it up it's almost as if the pages turn themselves * Metrobeat *Achingly funny * Sunday Times Lifestyle *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Before Green Gables
Book SynopsisBefore she had arrived at Green Gables, Anne Shirley had a difficult early life. Orphaned as a baby, she was sent from one foster-home to the next, caring for other people''s children even though she was but a child herself, and escaping from her dark reality through the power of her vivid imagination. Curious, inventive and outspoken, even at a young age, Anne battles to make a life for herself by searching out kindred spirits, finding solace in her books, and dreaming of the day she has a family of her own.Budge Wilson has developed the seeds of L. M. Montgomery''s ideas into a fully realized, beautifully written story.Trade ReviewBudge Wilson has captured the spirit of the Green Gables books -- Pat Thomson * Carousel *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Foul Play Dead Ball
Book SynopsisAs well as being a huge football fan, Tom Palmer has an international reputation in reader development. He is a coordinator of the Reading Partners consortium, works with The Reading Agency, Booktrust and the National Literacy Trust, and has been the official writer for the Premier League Reading Stars scheme for five years. He also teaches annually for the Arvon Foundation, and has travelled around the world to train librarians and teachers in techniques to encourage boys to read.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Lost Island of Tamarind
Book SynopsisNadia Aguiar received a BA from McMaster University in Canada and an MFA from Columbia University in New York. She worked in publishing in New York City for a number of years, and has also lived in London, but currently she lives on her own sub-tropical island of Bermuda, where she was born and raised.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Reluctant Assassin WARP Book 1
Book SynopsisThe Matrix meets Oliver Twist, WARP: The Reluctant Assassin is the first of a major new series by Eoin Colfer, the bestselling author of Artemis Fowl.It all began with the FBI and WARP (Witness Anonymous Relocation Programme). Hiding witnesses in the past to protect the future - until now . . .Riley is a Victorian orphan, hurtled into the twenty-first century and on the run from his evil master . . .Albert Garrick, the terrifying assassin-for-hire pursuing Riley through time, along with . . .Chevie Savano, the FBI''s youngest and most impulsive special agent.As Garrick relentlessly hunts them down, Riley and Chevie face a desperate race to stay alive and stop Garrick from returning to his own time - armed with knowledge and power that could change the world forever.Colfer has the ability to make you laugh twice over: first in sheer subversive joy at the inventiveness of the writing, and again at the energy of the humour - Sunday TimesReaders mourning the end of the Artemis Fowl series can take heart: this first book in the time-bending WARP series is an all-out blast. - Publishers WeeklyTrade ReviewColfer has the ability to make you laugh twice over: first in sheer subversive joy at the inventiveness of the writing, and again at the energy of the humour * Sunday Times *Readers mourning the end of the Artemis Fowl series can take heart: this first book in the time-bending W.A.R.P. series is an all-out blast. * Publishers Weekly *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Gladiator Vengeance
Book SynopsisThe fourth thrilling title in Simon Scarrow''s epic, bestselling Gladiator seriesMarcus may be free from the brutal training regime of the gladiators but he will not rest until he finds his mother. With his old friends Festus and Lupus at his side, and a letter from Caesar instructing all who cross his path to help him, he begins his journey. He is going back to the lands where he lived as a slave boy: the remote farming estate of the savage Decimus. Yet Ancient Greece is ruled by deceit and corruption. Many do not want to see Marcus succeed. Many more would rather see him dead. As the most powerful men in the country plot against him, is it finally over for the son of Spartacus?Simon Scarrow will do for boy gladiators what J. K. Rowling did for boy wizards - Waterstones.comThe perfect introduction to Roman history and gladiators for young readers - great for fans of Rick Riordan''s Percy Jackson and J. K. Rowling''Trade ReviewSimon Scarrow will do for boy gladiators what J. K. Rowling did for boy wizards * Waterstones.com *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK TimeRiders The Pirate Kings Book 7
Book SynopsisLiam O''Connor should have died at sea in 1912.Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010.Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2026.But all three have been given a second chance - to work for an agency that no one knows exists. Its purpose: to prevent time travel destroying history . . . Relocated to Victorian London, the TimeRiders joy-ride back to 1666 to witness the Great Fire of London. In the ensuing chaos, Liam and their newest recruit, Rashim, find themselves trapped between the fire and the Thames. They escape onboard a river boat, only to be confronted by an unscrupulous captain with his heart set on treasures of the high seas . . . Back in 1888, Maddy and the rest of the team are frantically trying to track them down. But with limited resources at their new base, can Liam and Rashim survive the bloodthirsty and barbaric age of piracy long enough to be rescued?** Book seven in the bestselling TimeRiders series Trade ReviewA thriller full of spectacular effects * Guardian *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK TimeRiders The Infinity Cage book 9
Book SynopsisGet ready for the incredible 9th book in Alex Scarrow''s #1 bestselling time-travel adventure series.Liam O''Connor should have died at sea in 1912.Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010.Sal Vikram should have died in a fire in 2026.But all three have been given a second chance - to work for an agency that no one knows exists. Its purpose: to prevent time travel destroying history . . .The end is approaching for the TimeRiders. In a final effort to prevent time travel destroying history, Liam and Maddy jump forward to 2070 to confront the enigmatic Waldstein and prove once and for all if he is friend or foe. What they discover is more shocking than anyone could have imagined and soon the TimeRiders are on one final mission - back to Biblical times to save the whole of humanity...** Book nine in the bestselling TimeRiders series by Alex Scarrow.** Perfect for fans of Doctor Who and Indiana Jones** TimeRider
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Spud Exit Pursued by a Bear
Book SynopsisSpud: Exit, Pursued by a Bear is the 4th and final instalment in the hilarious teenage life of schoolboy Spud Milton - written by South African comedian John van de Ruit.Spud Milton is in his final year at boarding school. Now a prefect and on the cusp of adulthood, he thinks this may be his best year yet. But soon his life is as chaotic as ever as he wages a battle for his room, directs a play in which the actors refuse to learn their lines and (most terrifyingly of all) attempts to find a date for the matric dance.For the last time, armed once again with his wits and his diary, Spud invites us to share the agonies, the victories and the sheer absurdities of growing up.Hugely funny and entertaining, SPUD is South Africa''s bestselling series.Trade ReviewOne of those books which could easily be dismissed as nothing more than an adolescent read at first glance, but once you pick it up it's almost as if the pages turn themselves. All in all, a wonderful book. * Metrobeat *John van de Ruit has cracked it... * Sunday Times Lifestyle *
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