Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisGet ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up.Rachel and Kirsty are very excited to be helping out at a new veterinary surgery! They love looking after all the cute animals. But strange things start happening, and soon it seems everything is going wrong. . .could this be the work of nasty Jack Frost? The girls must help Heidi the Vet Fairy defeat him and save animals everywhere!''These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!'' ReadingZone.comIf you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows'' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!Trade ReviewLatest in the unstoppably sparkly and collectible Rainbow Magic series. * Bookseller *Latest in the unstoppably sparkly and collectible Rainbow Magic series. * Bookseller *

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Book Synopsis_______________From award-winning author Neil Gaiman comes this collector''s edition box set, which contains paperback editions of three of his bestselling novels: The Graveyard Book, Coraline, and Fortunately, The Milk. Each book in this set is illustrated in trademark inspired, hilarious and moving style by acclaimed artist Chris RIddell, Children''s Laureate and two-time winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal.From the creepy mists of the strange house in Coraline to the laugh-out-loud hilarity of Fortunately, the Milk, this box set is guaranteed to delight children and adults alike. The Graveyard Book: Nobody Owens, known to his friends as Bod, is a normal boy. He would be completely normal if he didn''t live in a graveyard, raised and educated by ghosts. There are dangers and adventures for Bod in the graveyard. But it is in the land of the living that the real danger lurks, for it is there that the man Jack livesCoraline:T

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Book SynopsisThe brilliant Roald Dahl Funny Prize winning BARRY LOSER series. Perfect forreaders aged 7-10 years old and fansofDiary of a Wimpy Kid,Tom GatesandDennis the Menace.My mum and dad are so busy looking after my brand new baby brother, Desmond Loser the Second, that sometimes I wonder if they even know I exist.'There's a new Loser in town, and Barry's not happy about it. The only thing that's keeping him going is a superkeel new drink from Feeko's Supermarket. But then disaster strikes, and Barry has to turn detective to solve the mystery of the century: the case of the crumpled carton!Have you got all of Jim Smith's amazekeel books?I am not a LoserI am still not a LoserI am so over being a LoserI am sort of a LoserBarry Loser and the holiday of doomBarry Loser and the case of the crumpled cartonBarry Loser's ultimate book of keelnessMy dad is a loser free ebookMy mum is a loser free ebookBarry Loser: I am Not a Loser was selected as a Tom Fletcher Book Club 2017 title.Future Ratboy and t

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Book SynopsisFrom the funniest voice in young fiction today, the sixth in this irresistible series for young readers about imaginary friends in hilarious rhyming text and with adorable illustrations by Ella Okstad.Squishy McFluff has been blow-dried and primped to perfection. He must win the Country Fair prettiest pet competition - and will if Ava has anything to do with it . . .But not everyone can see he''s the winner. The Mayor seems to have a particular blindspot . . . That is until Ava and her invisible pet foil a dastardly robbery!Another joyful, hilarious, instant classic of a tale for five year olds and upwards, stunningly illustrated by Ella Okstad.''A surefire hit.'' Guardian''Charming.'' The Times''Bound to ensure catisfaction.' IndependentCleverly bridging the gap between picture books and longer fiction, the lovable Squishy is c

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Book SynopsisFrom Paul Cookson comes 100 Brilliant Poems For Children, featuring the best of the absolute best. The essential poems for every child to read and enjoy.Trade ReviewFun, entertaining and diverse, this brilliant book is an ideal introduction to poetry. * The Week Junior *A gorgeous pick-and-mix, packed with long-time favourites, song lyrics and brand new delights, as well as handy hints and starting points for reading, writing and performing. Sit back and feel the rhythm! * Lancashire Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisSome people think that museums are boring places full of glass cases, dust and stuff no-one cares about: wrong! In a hidden headquarters below the exhibits there's a gang ready to handle dangerous, spooky or just plain weird problems: the Museum Mystery Squad.Techie-genius Nabster, mile-a-minute Kennedy, and sharp-eyed Laurie (along with Colin the hamster!) tackle the surprising conundrums happening at the museum. From moving prehistoric creatures and secret Egyptian codes to missing treasure and strange messages from the past, there's no brain-twisting, totally improbable puzzle the Squad can't solve.--------------Hieroglyphics: hard to spell and even harder to decode! When a strange message is found hidden on the casket of Pharaoh Raneb, the Museum Mystery Squad must crack a code nobody's seen since ancient Egyptian times. But this mummy's keeping mum. The Squad are not the only ones working on the mystery: they meet Egyptian expert Professor Peter Gyptex, and the very odd Vera Damclot, a fan of mummified cats. Can the Squad reveal the mummy's secret before it unravels?-------------------Young readers will love the riddles, red herrings and big reveals jam-packed into this fun-filled series of mystery stories by Mike Nicholson. The enjoyable extras like wacky facts and activities, as well as zany illustrations by Mike Phillips, will keep amateur detectives entertained for hours.Trade Review'... there is a clear desire to celebrate museums as spaces of imagination and learning. There is a very interesting interplay between text and image in the book, as the story is interposed by numerous illustrations, graphs and quizzes that visually make the book very visually stimulating.'-- Armadillo'I just finished reading both books -- they are so much fun!'-- Ms Kirke Kook, Manager and Curator, Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum'All of the books in this series are fast-moving, filled with interesting facts that should spur readers on to their own explorations, well-written, fun and wonderfully illustrated with black and white drawings by Mike Phillips.'-- Youth Services Book Review'There is so much to love about this book. A quick shout out for those with dyslexic children the font and spacing is good as is the creamy pages... A great story and characters, lots of hands on interaction/involvement, fun illustrations, terrible jokes and a great read.'-- Bookworm (indie bookshop, Selkirk)'Due to dyslexia ... picking up a book is something that Jonah considers to be hard work. That is until ... he read 'Mammoth'. We had begun to read it together before he went to sleep but he couldn't wait for the story to end and so continued to read on his own!... Within a few nights the book was finished and Jonah asked if we could buy the other book in the series. Completing a book on his own was a real confident boost to Jonah and he genuinely found the whole experience to be great fun.'-- Parent of Jonah, age 9 years'My 7yr old loves to read... She loved the museum mysteries... Her imagination has been gripped [...] All in these books have become a loved part of Anna's book shelves. Perfect for her age group. A page turner she can enjoy on her own with some words and phrases she'd not come across before to challenge her.'-- Parent of Anna, age 7 years'Grace absolutely loved them and devoured each one [Books 1 and 2] in a day. The characters and the plot really captured her imagination and she really enjoyed the way that facts were interspersed throughout (she loves a good fact!) The games and quizzes at the back were a big hit too.'-- Parent of Grace, age 8 years'Nicholson slips in fact boxes and a miniquiz as well as some red herrings to confuse matters. Phillips adds coded messages, screen shots, and diary pages to cartoon views of the squad in action... deduction and slick detective work save the day.'-- Kirkus (US)'It's utterly unique and fun and has become an instant favorite in my household. We're looking forward to the next Museum Mystery Squad adventures!'-- Manhattan Book Review

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Book SynopsisWhat would the world look like if the Nazis had won the war? Wolf by Wolf is a gripping thriller about one girl's extraordinary mission to kill Hitler. "Wild and gorgeous, vivid and consuming. I loved it! I can't wait for the sequel." Laini Taylor, bestselling author of the Daughter of Smoke & Bone trilogyThe year is 1956, and the Axis powers of the Third Reich and Imperial Japan rule. To commemorate their Great Victory, they host an annual motorbike race across their combined continents. The prize? An audience with the highly reclusive Adolf Hitler at the Victor's ball.Yael has witnessed too much suffering, and the five wolves tattooed on her arm are a constant reminder of the loved ones she lost when she was a prisoner in a brutal concentration camp. Now part of the resistance, Yael has one goal: Win the race and kill Hitler. But the only way to enter the race is to impersonate last year's only female racer, Adele Wolfe. Yael is a master of deception but there are two other competitors it may be impossible to fool - Adele's brother, Felix, and Luka, a boy she clearly has history with. But as Yael grows closer to the other competitors, can she be as ruthless as she needs to be to avoid discovery and stay true to her mission? The future on the world is depending on her . . .A fast-paced, clever story that will leave you breathless.Trade ReviewGripping, powerful and utterly addictive, Wolf by Wolf is an absolute must-read * The Guardian *I sat in a tube station and refused to leave until I reached the end because I couldn't bear to put it down. Wolf By Wolf throws us into the dusty path of a stunning, fast-paced and well-written journey. All I wanted to do upon finishing was tell other people about it. * The Pretty Books *Ultimately Wolf by Wolf is a story of fierce and determined hope. Hope to survive, hope to win, hope to make a better world. It is a triumph of writing and a must read for 2015. If you loved X Men First Class, Orphan Black, The Big Lie and The Book Thief, this is the book for you. 5 Lightning bolts for this incredible book. * Mugglenet.com *Engaging and suspenseful, this is a perfect read for history and spy buffs alike * Scotcampus *It's harrowing and heart-rending, but at the same time the rush that surrounds every step of the race makes it an addictive read... Not once does Graudin ever lose sight of the events that inspired Wolf By Wolf though, and it's her clever command of resolve and a teenage girl's fight through her fears for a better world that makes Graudin such an unstoppable writer * SciFi Now *High tension, epic adventure and a very feisty heroine, this would suit fans of the Hunger Games and X-Men to All The Light We Cannot See * South Wales Evening Post *An absorbing, exciting and interesting novel with a great central character * The Bookbag *Yael joins a long list of strong female leads - warriors, really - in young adult fiction, who prove their worth by exceeding expectations normally associated with males. Her desire for revenge is palpable and her determination well portrayed. Wolf by Wolf is as fast-paced and tense as The Hunger Games and will keep you wondering not only who will win the race, but also what their final victory will be. * The Bookseller *Gripping, powerful and utterly addictive, Wolf by Wolf is an absolute must-read * The Guardian *This is a smart, many-layered thriller that not only kept me right on the edge of my seat but kept me guessing right up until the final, scary, and completely unexpected twist. An alternate history, a brutal race, a secret mission, with a pinch of sci-fi to set it going - hands down to Ryan Graudin for coming up with something so entirely different. * Waterstones.com *Ferocious and challenging * The Daily Telegraph *Pacy, credible and raw, every page snarls at you, dragging you into the plot * Woman's Way *Wolf by Wolf is an enthralling, adrenalin fuelled story * Weekend Australian *Wolf by Wolf is such an important read right now because it stresses the idea of taking an active role in society. It proves that one person really can make a huge difference. It will absolutely isnpire you to keep fighting on for what's right. * Epic Reads *

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Book SynopsisBe careful what you wish for . . . Andi is short. And she has lots of wishes. She wishes she could play on the school basketball team, she wishes for her own bedroom, but most of all she wishes that her long lost half brother, Bernardo, could come and live in London, where he belongs.Then Andi's biggest wish comes true and she's minutes away from becoming someone's little sister. As she waits anxiously for Bernardo to arrive from the Philippines, she hopes he'll turn out to be tall and just as mad as she is about basketball. When he finally arrives, he's tall all right. But he's not just tall ... he's a GIANT. In a novel packed with humour and quirkiness, Gourlay explores a touching sibling relationship and the clash of two very different cultures.Trade ReviewGourlay spins slender threads of wishes and prayers, magic and miracles, desires and redemption and weaves together an impressively sweet and rich tale * Kirkus *I enjoyed Candy Gourlay's Tall Story * Observer *This is a story that is funny, sad and magical. I thought the author chose a good subject to write about because she wrote about very real emotions. She also added a bit of imagination which made it very interesting. The main characters tell the story in alternate chapters. I would recommend this book - pure brilliant! * Teen Titles *

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Book Synopsis'Dear Uncle Morton. You'd better get on a plane right now and come back here. Your dragon has eaten Jemima.' It had sounded so easy: Edward was going to look after Uncle Morton's unusual pet for a week while he went on holiday. But soon the fridge is empty, the curtains are blazing, and the postman is fleeing down the garden path. 'Short, sharp and funny' - TelegraphTrade Review"Short, sharp and funny" -- Martin Chilton * Telegraph *"Will entertain any child of 7+" -- Amanda Craig * The Times *"Ideal for young or reluctant readers and belly-busting laughter for all the family" * We Love This Book *"Josh Lacey's comic timing is impeccable . . . This witty little book deserves to be read and reread" * Books for Keeps *"Hilarious. I loved the illustrations. So much fun to read." * Study In Ink Blog *

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Book SynopsisWhat happens when you leave your toys out in the garden at night? They get beamed into space - that's what! Join our plucky band as they explore the cosmos, and help out one lonely alien along the way...

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Book SynopsisThe Brothers Grimm rediscovered a host of fairy tales, telling of princes and princesses in their castles, witches in their towers and forests, of giants and dwarfs, of fabulous animals and dark deeds. This selection of their folk tales was made and translated by Lucy Crane, and includes firm favourites such as Rapunzel, The Goose Girl, Sleeping Beauty, Hansel and Gretel and Snow White. It is illustrated throughout by Walter Crane's charming line drawings.

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Book SynopsisExperience Feyre Archeron’s journey all over again with the beautiful collector’s edition of A Court of Thorns and Roses, the seductive first book in the #1 New York Times bestselling series by Sarah J. Maas, featuring a deluxe new package, an updated map, ribbon pull, and more! When nineteen-year-old Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a beast-like creature arrives to demand retribution for it. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she only knows about from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor is not an animal, but Tamlin—one of the lethal, immortal faeries who once ruled their world. As she dwells on his estate, her feelings for Tamlin transform from icy hostility into a fiery passion that burns through every lie and warning she's been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae. But an ancient, wicked shadow over the faerie lands is growing, and Feyre must find a way to stop it or doom Tamlin—and his world—forever. All of the magic of Feyre’s epic journey and romance is reflected in this enchanting, collectible edition of A Court of Thorns and Roses, which comes complete with a cloth slipcase featuring unique foil art on the case and book cover, ribbon pull, brand-new interior page designs, metallic endpapers, and a newly illustrated map.

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Book SynopsisThe story of one dog's attempt to save his family, become a star, and eat a lot of bacon.Cosmo's family is falling apart.And it's up to Cosmo to keep them together.He knows exactly what to do.There's only one problem.Cosmo is a Golden Retriever.Wise, funny, and filled with warmth and heart, this is Charlotte's Web meets Little Miss Sunshine: a moving, beautiful story, with a wonderfully unique hero, from an incredible new voice in middle grade fiction - perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead and Kate DiCamillo."This gem has all the warmth and joy of Homeward Bound, and is making me want to get a golden retriever immediately." - Catherine Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper's Island"Cosmo's narration combines wit, heart, stubbornness, and a grouchy dignity, all ably tugging at funny bones and heartstrings alike." - Kirkus (starred review)"I adored this, a genuine feel-good delight with the most lovable animal narrator I've read in ages." - Fiona Noble, The Bookseller"Like any good dog, Cosmo is so funny, friendly, and loyal that he quickly became a dear friend, so much so that when I finished reading the book, I missed hearing his voice and picturing his shaggy face. Come back, Cosmo!" - Jim Gorant, author of the New York Times bestseller The Lost DogsTrade ReviewCosmo's narration combines wit, heart, stubbornness and a grouchy dignity, all ably tugging at funny bones and heartstrings alike - Kirkus Review

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"A child-friendly introduction to the practice of meditation and the benefits of mindfulness." -- Kirkus"Every now and again a children's book comes along that efficiently sheds light on the practices of meditation and mindfulness in a way that makes it all more accessible, both for kids and adults. Lemonade Hurricane is the nickname of one of the two siblings whom we'll meet in this lovely book; one meditates, one will learn the value of meditation during the story. Super sweet, this short, understandable look at how we can all approach our sittings with clarity and simplicity is a perfect gift for kids everywhere. And any kids book that inspires me to sit myself down upon reading is priceless..." -- Elena Brower - Teach.yoga"Lemonade Hurricane is so sweet and well done. Perfect for any parents who want to give their kids a lifelong habit of strength, peace and compassion." -- Marie Forleo, founder of MarieTV and MarieForleo.com"Licia Morelli may just be the Mary Poppins of meditation! The Lemonade Hurricane is an insightful, funny and grounding story that will guide children to finding their center and peace of mind." -- Dougall Fraser, Author of But You Knew That Already"Fun and educational, The Lemonade Hurricane is the perfect introduction to mindfulness." -- Lori Deschene, Founder, TinyBuddha.com"Licia Morelli has crafted a joyous offering introducing playful mindfulness meditation strategies for active kids. All parents should read this book to their children and show them how to do it!" -- Colette Baron-Reid, bestselling author of The Map: Finding the Magic and Meaning in the Story of Your Life"It's a useful reminder of the patience involved in being a good sibling." -- Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisA touching story of loss and remembrance from Lisa Thompson, the award-winning author of The Goldfish Boy and The Light Jar. Shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Award 2020 A crumbling stone soldier sits on a bench in the park. Only Owen understands how important he is. At home, Owen and his mum are struggling and there's nobody he can talk to. Hidden away in the park, Owen feels free to be himself. When the war-weary soldier is listening, his worries slip away. But nobody else cares about the soldier, and the town council want to tear him down. Owen's the only one who can save him but can he find the courage to speak up before it's too late? A touching story of loss and remembrance from Lisa Thompson, the award-winning author of The Goldfish Boy.Trade Review"A clever, thought-provoking story that draws parallels between past and present conflicts, and how we remember those lost so that we can move on" – Emma Carroll "For my money, Lisa Thompson is one of the greatest treasures we have in contemporary children’s fiction … A rare, brilliant talent” – Maz Evans "A beautiful tale of a courageous young man who overcomes his fears to stand up for what he believes. Lisa Thompson writes stories that must be written. Here, she sensitively weaves complex ideas of young carers, social anxiety and remembrance into a story that somehow remains light and accessible" – Book Trust “This truly incredible tale that comes from the heart is both a gift and a gentle reminder of remembrance … No one writes stunning stories with the depth of emotion and empathy quite like Lisa does” – Scott Evans, The Reader Teacher “As a reader you can’t help but feel an instant affinity to the main character in this story. At once you sense the pain and loneliness of a young boy with a kind heart … The unpatronising simplicity and easy connection with the protagonist have made it a favourite quick read in my class” – Just Imagine

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Book SynopsisIn this Cece Loves Science Level 3 I Can Read!, Cece’s teacher, Miss Curie, explains the opposite forces of push and pull. The Cece Loves Science books introduce readers to basic concepts of science, technology, engineering, and math, and are perfect for the classroom.

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Book SynopsisA little wolf pup has arrived at the zoo, just in time for Halloween. He won't stop howling, and Zoe doesn't know if he's unhappy, or if it's something more spooky...

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Book SynopsisFollow the Tomten through one chilly night as he guards the farm and keeps everyone safe, even while they sleep.Trade Review'Harold Wiberg's soft illustrations are superb, he is excellent at snowy moonlitscenes and animals. This story makes for a calm and reassuring bedtime read with a lovely message that summer will come again and that whilst you sleep someone is looking out for you.'-- Kaleidoscope Magazine'Astrid Lindgren writes evocatively of long cold winters and the benevolent guardianship of the Tomten. A lovely, feelgood picture book with traditionally styled illustrations that show the Tomten as a genial gnome-like figure. Delightful! Families Rating: 5 out of 6'-- Families South West magazine'It would be hard to find a nicer bedtime story. Beautifully painted, quiet moonlit scenes and poetic words tell of the Tomten, a small elf-like person who lives on a farm. It is a beautiful cosy tale of winter bedtimes, very comforting and definitely one of our favourites.'-- Hilary Woolf with Isaac (age 4), Education Otherwise, October 2004

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Kelpies Prize. Magnus discovers he is half selkie -- part seal, part human -- and must find new courage to save the ocean's creatures from an evil force.Trade Review'This book... fires anyone's imagination and unlocks the mysteries of the sea. Older primary and younger secondary boys will love this book.'-- The School Library Association, Spring 2010'...a lovely children's book and [it] is the perfect holiday read -- as my ten year old son and I discovered. He was very taken by it and if you have a child around that age I can recommend it.'-- Anna Phillips, New View, Spring 2010'Janis Mackay... has crafted an outstanding first novel for all ages ... Clearly inspired by the Selkie tales and the seascape beyond her window, Janis has deservedly won the Kelpies Prize for this book.'-- Blethers , Scottish Storytelling Centre and Network'I genuinely couldn't put it down, it's a really engaging adventure story with an environmental theme … Such an exciting adventure and such lovely writing, always in tune with the natural world.'-- Craftly Green Poet blog

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Book SynopsisWhenever he is naughty, a young boy's mother threatens him with Mrs Cole, who appears to be a disreputable character living nearby in total chaos. One day he runs away from home and finds himself outside Mrs Cole's house. She invites him in and he discovers that Mrs Cole's noisy, kindly house is welcoming and warm and far from being frightening.Trade Review"Funny, touching and true" * Sunday Telegraph *"One of the most outstanding young children's picture books for some time." * Financial Times *"Michael Foreman deserves all the applause he gets." * Independent *

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Book SynopsisWhen Great-Uncle Horace brings back lost and homeless animals from his travels, it falls to Zoe and her mum, the zoo vet, to settle them into their new home. This suits Zoe perfectly, because she can talk to animals! But that's a secret! A sad little seal pup arrives at the zoo, but how can Zoe welcome him if the zoo might be closing down?

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Book SynopsisGeorgia is fantastically excited to be competing at Olympia! It's like a dream come true, and she's really looking forward to it. Especially the Parade at the end, where she can show off her gorgeous little palomino, Lily, to the world!

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Book SynopsisZoe can talk to animals! But that's a secret! A new baby koala has arrived at the zoo, and he's very clumsy. Zoe is a bit worried he's going to hurt himself. So she comes up with a very cuddly way to keep him safe - a koala sling!

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Book SynopsisAdapted and illustrated for children aged 7+.

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Book SynopsisA brand new book in the bestselling NAUGHTIEST UNICORN series the funniest unicorn books EVER! The perfect gift for Halloween and for readers of 7+ and fans of The Worst Witch and Pamela Butchart.It''s the SPOOKIEST time of the year at Unicorn School! Mira and Dave the naughtiest unicorn are looking forward to dressing up for trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving and apple bobbing (well, doughnut bobbing for Dave). But when a strange new teacher arrives at school and the other teachers start to DISAPPEAR, Mira and her friends suspect that something SPOOKY is going on. Can they get to the bottom of what''s going on, or are they in for a SERIOUSLY SPOOKY SURPRISE?Pip Bird is a children's author living in London. When she's not writing magical stories, she dreams of going to Unicorn School and having her own Unicorn Best Friend Forever.The Naughtiest Unicorn series:The Naughtiest UnicornThe Naughtiest Unicorn at Sports DayThe Naughtiest Unicorn and the School DiscoThe Naughtiest Unicorn at

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Book SynopsisAn enchanting fairy-tale adventure about the power of love and courage, from the bestselling author of The House with Chicken Legs and The Girl who Speaks Bear.Trade ReviewBursting with positivity, it revels in sibling and parental love, friendship and the idea of what home really means. * The Times, Children's Books of the Year *Inspired by Russian folklore, this is a fairy-tale adventure about love, forgiveness and the lure of home. * S Magazine *Anderson weaves magic and folklore into a fantastically detailed world of dreams and nightmares, peopled by decapitated giants, singing gold coins and flying horses. * Daily Mail *Pure, glorious escapism. * The Times *Fantasy lovers will find plenty of scenic thrills in The Castle of Tangled Magic. * The Oldie *

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Book SynopsisJoin everyone's favourite crime-busting ladybird on a trip to the seaside! With a cast of wonderful sea creatures, including a magical mermaid, and plenty of beach fun, What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside is a brilliant rhyming adventure from the bestselling picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks.The clever little ladybird is off on a trip to the seaside, but those two bad men, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len, are up to their wicked ways again. This time they're planning to steal the mermaid's hair and sell it to a famous star. Luckily, the crime-busting ladybird has a clever plan to stop the thieves . . .The fourth title in the number one bestselling What the Ladybird Heard series – perfect for young children to read aloud!Enjoy more stories from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks: The Singing Mermaid, Sharing a Shell, and What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday.Trade ReviewAn instant classic * Baby Magazine *What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside is a sparkling rhyming adventure from writer Donaldson and illustrator Lydia Monks – quite literally. It features glitter on every page * Sunday Post *Bright, sparkling, full of humor, subterfuge and rhyming fun, this is another exceptional title from the award winning pair of Donaldson and Monks. Not only a funny tale of whimsy, it continues to show that even the smallest, quietest and most unassuming characters around us can make the biggest differences and overcome the most difficult of challenges. Themes of friendship, teamwork and communication are prevalent in this series with the fourth installment being just as strong. Expect nothing less than bold, beautiful and brilliance * Included in Askews and Holt Newsletter *

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Book SynopsisThey told her that her body belonged to men and her mind didn't matter. They were wrong.What if I don't want to marry? Lillian held her breath. She had never said the words out loud.Not want to marry? Her aunt frowned. What else would you do?Set in a Ugandan village, Lilian has learned to shrink herself to fit other people's ideas of what a girl is. In her village a girl is not meant to be smarter than her brother. A girl is not meant to go to school or enjoy her body or decide who to marry. Especially if she is poor. Inspired by and written in consultation with young Ugandan women, and addressing the difficult subject of FGM, I Am Change is the tragic but empowering story of how a young girl finds her voice and the strength to fight for change.Endorsed by Amnesty InternationalTrade ReviewI Am Change makes for a hauntingly beautiful reading experience, and Lilian’s voice demands to be heard. Her story is more than just brave and confronting—it needs to be told. * Books and Publishing *Zail has caught the despair of those without a voice…I Am Change is not a book for the faint-hearted but it is a book that needs to be read, mulled over, and discussed * Magpies *If you do one thing today, make it buying this book and then devouring it whole. * Reading Sumpton *I Am Change is a story of hope and fighting back...the challenges [Lillian] faces to realise [her] ambition are almost unfathomable for a privileged reader growing up in Australia to imagine. And it is for this reason that I Am Change is essential reading * Readings *This is a story that matters...I Am Change is a must read * Dark Matter Zine *

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Book SynopsisFrom the duo behind the wildly popular Baby Loves Science series comes a spinoff perfect for little scientists discovering their own amazing powers: Baby Loves the Five Senses!Accurate enough to satisfy an expert, yet simple enough for baby, this book explores the world of smell. A trip to the farmers'' market inspires an exploration of the olfactory sense in this engaging, toddler-friendly account.What is a smell? How does Baby''s nose work? What are some of the many scents that Baby can sniff? Learn these and more with Irene Chan''s bright, kid-friendly illustrations and Ruth Spiro''s age-appropriate, scientifically-vetted text.

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Book Synopsis“The Dragon Detective Agency. Dirk Dilly speaking.” Holly is desperate to be sleuthing with her partner-in-solving-crime, dragon Dirk Dilly, but instead she’s stuck at her exclusive boarding school for children of the rich and famous. She’s determined to escape, until she meets Callum, the son of the Prime Minister, who claims he was kidnapped by dragons a year ago and hasn’t been the same since. And when Dirk’s own investigation into dragon activity brings him to the school, the two cases collide. What if Callum isn't as crazy as he seems? The second instalment in a fun and action-packed detective series for fans of TOTO THE NINJA CAT, HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON and Tom Fletcher’s children’s books!

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Book SynopsisSpending a long summer at home with their eccentric uncle, Ben and Rachel venture out into the garden and discover a hidden underground vault. Inside are two frozen figures. Before they can decide what to do, Rachel accidentally presses a button, bringing the figures to lifeâ Soon Ben and Rachel are caught up in a web of espionage and danger. Will they find a way to survive?

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Book SynopsisSee the Grishaverse come to life on screen with Shadow and Bone, now a Netflix original series.Read from the beginning with this deluxe hardback collector's edition of the first novel in the worldwide-bestselling Shadow and Bone Trilogy by Leigh Bardugo! This edition features: *Brand-new artwork**Intricate foil iconography from the world of the book**Beautiful endpapers**Sprayed edges* Soldier. Summoner. Saint. Orphaned and expendable, Alina Starkov is a soldier who knows she may not survive her first trek across the Shadow Fold-a swath of unnatural darkness crawling with monsters. But when her regiment is attacked, Alina unleashes dormant magic not even she knew she possessed. Now Alina will enter a lavish world of royalty and intrigue as she trains with the Grisha, her country's magical military elite-and falls under the spell of their notorious leader, the Darkling. He believes Alina can summon a force capable of destroying the Shadow Fold and reuniting their war-ravaged country, but only if she can master her untamed gift. As the threat to the kingdom mounts and Alina unlocks the secrets of her past, she will make a dangerous discovery that could threaten all she loves and the very future of a nation. Welcome to Ravka . . . a world of science and superstition where nothing is what it seems. Read all the books in the Grishaverse! The Shadow and Bone Trilogy (previously published as The Grisha Trilogy) Shadow and Bone Siege and Storm Ruin and Rising The Six of Crows Duology Six of Crows Crooked Kingdom The King of Scars Duology King of ScarsRule of WolvesThe Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous MagicThe Severed Moon: A Year-Long Journal of MagicThe Lives of Saints Praise for the Grishaverse "A master of fantasy." -The Huffington Post "Utterly, extremely bewitching." -The Guardian "The best magic universe since Harry Potter." -Bustle "This is what fantasy is for." -The New York Times Book Review "[A] world that feels real enough to have its own passport stamp." -NPR "The darker it gets for the good guys, the better." -Entertainment Weekly "Sultry, sweeping and picturesque. . . . Impossible to put down." -USA Today "There's a level of emotional and historical sophistication within Bardugo's original epic fantasy that sets it apart." -Vanity Fair "Unlike anything I've ever read." -Veronica Roth, bestselling author of Divergent "Bardugo crafts a first-rate adventure, a poignant romance, and an intriguing mystery!" -Rick Riordan, bestselling author of the Percy Jackson series

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Book SynopsisA charming family comedy for readers of 8+, with a dash of magic, and the occasional moment of mayhem! These are the third memoirs Holly Hopkinson, aged ten except without any of the rubbish adults usually put in, thank you very much.Welcome to volume III of my memoirs with me, Holly Hopkinson, still in the middle of flipping nowhere, and still on the brink of MULTIPLE CATASTROPHES, like my parents announcing that we might be moving STATESIDE. Good thing my sister is still into organising protests, thank you very much.PLUS Mum is about to lose what little money we have left on a vegetable shop, there''s been a biscuit-fight fiasco in the village and a family secret I uncovered means my suitcase is packed, my goodbyes are prepared life is cruel at ten.But fear not because with the help of my Magic Pocket Watch I might get an ACTUAL FACTUAL ROCK STAR to play with my brother's band! Oh yes. The middle of nowhere, AKA Lower Goring, could be about to hit the news headlines again . . .

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Book SynopsisMonday 20th September I’M AT WITCH SCHOOL! Now would be a really good time to discover I can do magic… Bea Black has just moved to Little Spellshire, a town with a magical secret. When her dad accidentally enrols her at the local witch school, she has to get to grips with some interesting new classes, like, NOW! Also on her to do list? Make friends, look after the grumpy class frog AND do everything humanly magically possible to stay on a broom… But with the Halloween Ball on the horizon, will she be able to master her wand skills in time to WOW? And more importantly can she keep her newfound magical abilities a secret from dad? A perfect potion of magic and mischief, DIARY OF AN ACCIDENTAL WITCH is THE WORST WITCH meets TOM GATES.

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Book SynopsisEarn your Super Squirrel Badge with Duggee!Betty is reading a superhero comic. The Squirrels decide that they want to be superheroes, too. Will they be able to use their super powers to help Little Duck find her mummy?This super picture book is the perfect gift for sharing with little Duggee fans.

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Book SynopsisLyra Belacqua and her animal daemon live half-wild and carefree among scholars of Jordan College, Oxford. The destiny that awaits her will take her to the frozen lands of the Arctic, where witch-clans reign and ice-bears fight. Her extraordinary journey will have immeasurable consequences far beyond her own world...

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Book SynopsisCome on an adventure with Rachel, Kirsty and the Carer Fairies as they help doctors, firefighters and paramedics everywhere to do their jobs!

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Book SynopsisGet ready for a hilarious out-of-this-world adventure for readers aged 8+ – this is the perfect new series for fans of Tom Gates, Andy Griffiths and Star Wars! Illustrated throughout by the brilliantly funny Katie Abey. It’s the year 2525, and things aren’t looking great for Planet Earth. An endless night is coming – a super-advanced alien spaceship has stopped the world from turning, threatening the existence of every creature on the planet – and it turns out that ten-year-old Eliza Lemon is the only one who can save them! Will she be able to handle alien overlords, a doughnut-shaped spaceship, monkeys and vampire finches? And, most importantly of all, will she be able to rescue her baby brother, save the world and survive THE FUTURE?For more out-of-this-world fun don't forget to read about Eliza and Johnnie's first two adventures in How to Survive Without Grown-Ups and

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Book SynopsisAngelina twirls her way back to ballet school and learns to overcome her stumbles in this 8x8 storybook featuring foil on the cover!Angelina can’t wait to go to Miss Lilly’s Ballet School again after summer break. But then Angelina accidentally embarrasses herself in front of the whole class, and suddenly, she isn’t so enthusiastic about returning to ballet school anymore. With the encouragement of her family and friends, Angelina learns that everyone makes mistakes, but that shouldn’t stop her from doing what she loves most: dancing! © 2021 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the joy of gift-giving in the top-ten bestselling Christmas stocking-filler from bestselling author, Ben Miller. All Tog wants to do is work in Santa's workshop and one wonderful day, the letter from Santa arrives: Tog has been selected as an apprentice elf! Making toys is a lot more technical and a lot less fun than Tog had imagined, and even though his new friend Holly tries to help him, he's quickly relegated to cleaning out the reindeer stables. But someone has been stealing the presents from the workshop and a case of mistaken identity finds Tog accused of being the culprit! Can Tog use his special Christmas magic to discover the real thief and save all the presents before Christmas Eve is over? A funny and heartwarming story from the King of Christmas, Ben Miller – the perfect sized gift for all the family! Discover the magic of life as a Christmas Elf in all three laugh-out-loud stories that will take you round thTrade Review‘A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small’ -- Ruth Jones on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour . . . irresistible' -- Alexander Armstrong on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Wonderful, funny, magical' -- Chris Evans on How I Became a Dog Called Midnight‘A magical adventure’ -- Sunday Express on The Day I Fell into a Fairytale‘Great for reading aloud’ -- Week Junior on The Day I Fell into a Fairytale'Each of [Ben’s] five books is joyous and thoughtful' -- Red Magazine'Fabulous' -- Sunday Express on The Boy Who Made the World Disappear‘A fire-side gem of a story’ -- Abi Elphinstone on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Enchanting, funny and intriguing in equal measure' -- Philip Ardagh on The Night I Met Father Christmas‘Clever and amusing’ -- Sunday Times on The Night I Met Father Christmas‘A delightful tale for kids both small and big' -- My Weekly on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Utterly festive and charming' -- BookTrust on The Night I Met Father Christmas‘A beautifully illustrated take on the classic tale by comedian Ben Miller’ -- Best Magazine on The Night I Met Father Christmas

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Book SynopsisA project to re-introduce beavers brings a town together against a common threat, in this touching tale from master storyteller Gill Lewis. Times are tough for Cari and her mum. A violent storm has flooded the valley where they live, destroying their home and café business. Things seem bleak – but hope appears in the form of a plan to reintroduce beavers into the area, as the changes that these amazing animals make to the waterways might prevent another flood. Cari knows that she has to get involved. But with the project facing resistance from locals, can she convince them to give the beavers a chance – and will it be enough to save her home from being destroyed for a second time?Trade Review"One of children's literature's most accomplished writers of animal stories delivers a touching tale of environmental fragility" – Waterstones "Another wonderful wild little story about the power of nature to heal … Hopeful and beautiful" – NetGalley review

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Book SynopsisIn 2007, Diary of a Wimpy Kid was published, introducing readers to Greg Heffley and his family, his best friend Rowley Jefferson, and the dreaded Cheese Touch.More than 250 million copies later, Diary of a Wimpy Kid has become a beloved book all around the world. and now, for the first time ever, Greg''s diary - um, make that journal - is coming to life in a full-colour, 3D animated Disney+ production.Whether you''re meeting Greg for the first time or you''re a lifelong fan of Jeff Kinney''s hilarious series, you''ll love diving into the Wimpy Kid universe.

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Book SynopsisFire up young readers'' imagination and creativity with this classic story featuring added STEAM activities.Frances Hodgson Burnett''s enchanting tale is retold with vivid and engaging new illustrations and at the end of every chapter, there are exciting new science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics activities, themed around the events in the book. The activities range from simple puzzles to fun, dynamic experiments, so there''s something for every enquiring mind. It''s the ideal combination of wonderful story and stimulating science fun.

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