Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisAn extraordinary tale of love, loss, imagination and not really being there, for fans of Roald Dahl and Neil Gaiman. Coming to Netflix as an animated feature film in July 2024.Rudger is Amanda's best friend. He doesn''t exist, but nobody''s perfect. Only Amanda can see her imaginary friend until the sinister Mr Bunting arrives at Amanda''s door. Mr Bunting hunts imaginaries. Rumour says that he eats them. And he''s sniffed out Rudger. Soon Rudger is alone, and running for his imaginary life. But can a boy who isn't there survive without a friend to dream him up?A brilliantly funny, scary and moving read from the unique imagination of A.F. Harrold, this beautiful book is astoundingly illustrated with integrated art and colour spreads by the award-winning Emily Gravett.Trade ReviewA richly visualised story which explores imaginary friends and the very special role they play in children’s lives. Emily Gravett’s illustrations capture the hazy world of the imaginaries brilliantly * Julia Eccleshare *Full of comical characters and disastrous situations, it will keep children entertained from beginning to end. * Booktrust on Fizzlebert Stump *A.F. Harrold writes with a very distinctive, unusual and utterly charming voice in this warm and funny tale ... Fabulous -- Jeremy Strong * The Guardian *By turns scary and funny, touching without being sentimental, and beautifully illustrated by Emily Gravett, The Imaginary is a delight from start to finish. -- James Lovegrove * The Financial Times *

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Book SynopsisThe Sunday Times bestselling Illustrated Edition of J.K. Rowling's fifth Harry Potter adventure, brilliantly evoked in full colour by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Jim Kay, and acclaimed guest artist Neil Packer.As the Order of the Phoenix keeps watch over Harry Potter, troubled times have come to Hogwarts in a year filled with secrets, subterfuge and suspicion. The deliciously dark fifth instalment of Jim Kay's inspired reimagining of J.K. Rowling's classic series is an epic artistic achievement, featuring over 160 illustrations in an astonishing range of visual styles.Now an exciting new collaboration brings together two virtuoso artistic talents, as Kate Greenaway Medal winner Jim Kay is joined by acclaimed guest illustrator Neil Packer, winner of the 2021 BolognaRagazzi Award for non-fiction. Prepare to be enchanted once again as Jim Kay depicts J.K. Rowling's wizarding world with the dazzling artistic alchemy fans around the globe have come to know and love, perfectly Trade ReviewSeeing Jim Kay’s illustrations moved me profoundly. I love his interpretation of Harry Potter’s world, and I feel honoured and grateful that he has lent his talent to it * J.K. Rowling *Kay’s illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is a triumph – a book so alive it seems to jump, explode and slither out of your hands as you read * Telegraph on HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER’S STONE ILLUSTRATED EDITION *· It is stunning … with full-colour illustrations throughout from Greenaway Medal winner Kay, who breathes incredible life into these much-loved characters and locations, staying faithful to Rowling’s vision but revitalising the story for a new generation * Bookseller on HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER’S STONE ILLUSTRATED EDITION *

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling, award-bedecked Neil Gaiman and Chris Riddell are reunited in this irresistible fairytale reboot, with vibrant red ink adding lustre to an amazingly beautiful book.''Suffused with joy and melancholy ... It is absolutely a retelling for our age, but also for ages still to come'' GuardianWeaving together hints of Snow White and Sleeping Beauty with a shimmering thread of dark magic, this twist on classic fairytales will hold readers spellbound from start to finish. On the eve of her wedding, a young queen sets out to rescue a princess from an enchantment. She casts aside her fine wedding clothes, takes her chain mail and her sword and ventures into the tunnels under the mountain towards the sleeping kingdom. This queen will decide her own future and the princess who needs rescuing is not quite what she seems.Twisting together the familiar and the new, this delicious, captivating and darkly funny tale shows its creators at the peak of thTrade ReviewSpellbindingly illustrated -- Gaby Wood * Saturday Telegraph *Suffused with joy and melancholy and underpinned by the knowledge of where it comes from and where it wants to go … It is absolutely a retelling for our age, but also for ages still to come -- Lucy Mangan * Guardian *Magical, sumptuous, transporting * Big Issue *Unforgettable, unpredictable and utterly enchanting for anyone between the ages of seven and seventy -- Amanda Craig * New Statesman *Will hold the reader spellbound from start to finish * Guardian *A richly nuanced tale with a contemporary slant that will fire your imagination – and haunt your dreams * Times Educational Supplement *

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Book SynopsisHarry Potter is lucky to reach the age of thirteen, since he has survived the murderous attacks of the feared Dark Lord on more than one occasion. But his hopes for a quiet school term concentrating on Quidditch are dashed when a maniacal mass-murderer escapes from Azkaban, pursued by the soul-sucking Dementors who guard the prison. It''s assumed that Hogwarts is the safest place for Harry to be. But is it a coincidence that he can feel eyes watching him in the dark, and should he be taking Professor Trelawney''s ghoulish predictions seriously?These adult editions with glorious jacket art by Andrew Davidson are now available in hardback for the first time.Trade ReviewAnd you thought wizardry was for children. Harry Potter will make you think again. He casts his spells on grown-ups too * James Naughtie *Funny, imaginative, magical … In the 2020s, thirty-something book-lovers will know each other by smug references to Diagon Alley and Quidditch * The Times *The Harry Potter stories will join that small group of children’s books which are read and reread into adulthood * TLS *One of the greatest literary adventures of modern times * Sunday Telegraph *Spellbinding, enchanting, bewitching stuff * Mirror *

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Book SynopsisPug and his faithful companion, Lady Miranda, are going to be cowboys for the day and first of all they're going horsetrading! But with their noble steed Horsey safely acquired, it's not long before they find themselves on the wrong side of the law. Can Pug the reluctant hero overcome his fears and save the day once more?Cowboy Pug is the second book in Laura James''s beloved illustrated series about roly-poly Pug and his human, Lady Miranda. It is is perfect for fans of Claude and Squishy McFluff.A great book with lovely pictures and typography for five- to seven-year-olds who are starting to read for themselves and like dogs with multiple chins - The Times on COWBOY PUGTrade ReviewGorgeous funny young fiction. * The Bookseller on CAPTAIN PUG *Highly entertaining, wittily illustrated and fun to read alone. * Julia Eccleshare, LoveReading4Kids on CAPTAIN PUG *Captain Pug ... is another great new book for those who are ready for something meatier than a picture book. * Irish Independent on CAPTAIN PUG *Captain Pug is easy to read and the layout and typography is lovely ... it’s a fantastic read! * A Mum Reviews on CAPTAIN PUG *[A] wonderful, very funny, story … My little boy was laughing out loud every chapter as Pug becomes an accidental adventurer. * Home By Teatime on CAPTAIN PUG *

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

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Book SynopsisFoolish and bad-tempered, King Lear divides the kingdom between his two wicked daughters, disowns his honest youngest daughter and banishes his friends. As the kingdom falls apart and Lear''s humiliation turns him mad, will he finally realise what he has done? With Notes on Shakespeare and the Globe Theatre and Chaos and Old Age in King Lear.The tales have been retold using accessible language and with the help of Tony Ross''s engaging black-and-white illustrations, each play is vividly brought to life allowing these culturally enriching stories to be shared with as wide an audience as possible.Have you read all of The Shakespeare Stories books? Available in this series: A Midsummer Night''s Dream, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, The Tempest, Hamlet, Twelfth Night, Antony and Cleopatra, Much Ado About Nothing, The Merchant of Venice, Henry V, Julius Caesar, As You Like It, Othello, The Taming of the Shrew, Richard III, and King Lear.Trade ReviewOne of a series of retellings for young children. Tony Ross's illustrations add greatly to children's appreciation and understanding. * Books for Keeps *

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Book SynopsisHere''s the thing about covert operations: the really bad things always happen when you least expect them. The enemies don''t give you a heads-up. And they never let you stop to put on comfortable shoes.A spy-in-training, Cammie Morgan has a cover for every occasion. But what happens when she is forced to lose her cover to save her best friend, Macey? Cammie and her friends are determined to hunt down the group that threatens to tear their secret sisterhood apart. This time it''s personal.Trade ReviewSo action-packed it really got your heart pounding...I can't wait for the fourth one! -- Stephanie Lee, Holy Rood High * Book Review Magazine *I pretty much inhale these books as soon as I get my hands on them and I can't wait for the next! Great fun and totally addictive! * iwanttoreadthat.com *This book is absolutely incredible. * Teen Titles *I couldn't put it down. * Katie, 15 *I was so excited when I got this book I read it in 24 hours...11/10! * Toya, 14 *Tore through it in like 4 days, and really loved it. It's a nice guilty pleasure. * Aime, 15 *Best book in the world. * Ellie, 13 *Another fun instalment. * I Want To Read That *This is such a fun series and I'm enjoying it more and more with each new book. * Dream of books *

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

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Book SynopsisOrinoco is certainly the tubbiest of the Wombles and is perhaps the Womble who needs the most encouragement to go out on the daily sortie to clear up and recycle all the rubbish that humans leave behind . . . Meanwhile, Tobermory, DIY-er extraordinaire, is getting to grips with the one of the humans'' more ingenious inventions: the vacuum cleaner!Trade Review‘A lively, entertaining and humorous book, stuffed with ingenious ideas and endearing characters' * The Times *‘There's something wonderfully old-fashioned and charming about the "short, fat, furry" creatures. They are simple without being simplistic, innocent without being naïve, civic minded for its own sake' * Irish Examiner *‘Today's children will be as charmed as their parents by Great Uncle Bulgaria, Orinoco, Bungo and Tobermory and their quest to recycle rubbish and put it to good use' * www.express.co.uk *‘The six original titles by Elizabeth Beresford are back in print, with an environmental message that has never been more relevant. Perfect for 8-to 10-year-olds' * Telegraph magazine *

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Book SynopsisJoin in the adventures of the Wombles, the classic and much loved creatures, as they make good use of the bad rubbish they find on Wimbledon Common, in this book by the original creator of the Wombles.There has been a huge festival and no end of rubbish has been left behind - everything from sunglasses to shoes, drinks cans and bottles. Who would have thought humans could leave so much behind, not bothering to recycle? The Wombles have their work cut out for them . . .Abridged versions of some of the Wombles stories can be heard on Radio 4 and BBC Sounds for Christmas 2023. Unabridged brand-new audiobooks are available too.Trade Review‘A lively, entertaining and humorous book, stuffed with ingenious ideas and endearing characters' * The Times *‘There's something wonderfully old-fashioned and charming about the "short, fat, furry" creatures. They are simple without being simplistic, innocent without being naïve, civic minded for its own sake' * Irish Examiner *‘Today's children will be as charmed as their parents by Great Uncle Bulgaria, Orinoco, Bungo and Tobermory and their quest to recycle rubbish and put it to good use' * www.express.co.uk *‘The six original titles by Elizabeth Beresford are back in print, with an environmental message that has never been more relevant. Perfect for 8-to 10-year-olds' * Telegraph magazine *

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Book SynopsisEnter the world of Septimus Heap, Wizard Apprentice. Magyk is his destiny. In the fifth book of this Magykal series, Septimus and his friends find themselves on an island whose secrets are as dark and dangerous as its inhabitants.Septimus Heap returns to the House of Foryx with Spit Fyre to pick up Jenna, Nicko, Snorri, and Beetle. But the journey home does not go well and when Septimus and his friends are caught in a storm, Spit Fyre crashes into the Rokk Lighthouse. They are rescued by the lighthouse keeper who is disturbingly sinister, and who has an equally sinister cat . . . And all the while, Septimus is trying to fight the strange pull he''s feeling to the island and its mysterious secrets.Trade ReviewPraise for Septimus Heap series: Warm, funny and humane, Sage takes care with the destiny of even her smallest characters, and is a real discovery * Amanda Craig, The Times *Her yarn scoots along like a dragon-boat with the wind in its sails * Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times *Full of hurtle-paced humour * Telegraph *Wonderfully imaginative . . . Children of all ages will relish this * Waterstone’s Guide to Kid’s Books *

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Book Synopsis_______________''Mad Max for the eco-generation'' - Love Reading 4 Kids''The all-action plot and the hinted-at romantic triangle will keep the reader''s interest to the end'' - Irish Examiner_______________When oxygen levels plunge in a treeless world, a state lottery decides which lucky few will live inside the Pod. Everyone else will slowly suffocate.Years after the Switch, life inside the Pod has moved on. A poor Auxiliary class cannot afford the oxygen tax which supplies extra air for running, dancing and sports. The rich Premiums, by contrast, are healthy and strong. Anyone who opposes the regime is labelled a terrorist and ejected from the Pod to die.Sixteen-year-old Alina is part of the secret resistance, but when a mission goes wrong she is forced to escape from the Pod. With only two days of oxygen in her tank, she too faces the terrifying prospect of death by suffocation. Her only hopeTrade ReviewWow, wow, wow!! Breathe is absolutely amazing . . . This book starts with a bang and refuses to let you go. 5 out of 5 stars * stephlikesbooks.blogspot.co.uk *This book raises several pertinent issues, but it is the adventure that drives Breathe * We Love This Book *A pacy plot and characters who develop emotionally as the book progresses. * Daily Mail *The all-action plot and the hinted-at romantic triangle will keep the reader's interest to the end * Irish Examiner *Breathe is for all fans of future catastrophe and anyone interested in preserving the Earth's precious natural resources * The Bookbag *Mad Max for the eco-generation it's a superalative dystopian thriller about courage and freedom, with a love story at its heart * Love Reading 4 Kids *

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Book SynopsisEnter a magical world of friendship and fun!

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Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are at their sparkling best inthis fabulously original sequel to the bestselling ZOG. Meet theFlying Doctors: Princess Pearl, Sir Gadabout and, of course, theirtrusty 'air ambulance', Zog the dragon, as they fly around thecountry, tending to a sunburnt mermaid, a distressed unicorn, andeven a sneezy lion.

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Book SynopsisJoin Rover the wonder-dog and the eccentric but lovable Mack familyas they get into one madcap adventure after the other! The poois about to hit the shoe... Riotously funny The TimesPacked full of bizarre humour, imagination and a whole lot of poo...BooksellerBrilliant Irish Independent

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Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's bestselling picture book, THEHIGHWAY RAT, is now available in an appealing read-alone format. This Early Reader edition contains the complete classic story andpictures, in a pocket-book format, and with an extra-clear fontand layout, to support children who are gaining confidence in reading.

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Book SynopsisGabe is exploring the tunnels of an ancient Egyptian pyramid. Unfortunately,he's also lost!And Gabe is not alone. Someone else is in the pyramid, too. Someone. Or something. . .

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Book SynopsisTITANIC tells the story of a young boy aboard the fateful Titanic. This gripping first-hand account is perfect for children studyingthe Titanic at school. An exciting story - perfect for readersinterested in history.

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Book SynopsisA Face Like Glass is an astonishing and imaginative novel from the Costa Award winning author of The Lie Tree, Frances Hardinge.In the underground city of Caverna the world's most skilled craftsmen toil in the darkness to create delicacies beyond compare – wines that can remove memories, cheeses that can make you hallucinate and perfumes that convince you to trust the wearer, even as they slit your throat. The people of Caverna are more ordinary, but for one thing: their faces are as blank as untouched snow. Expressions must be learned, and only the famous Facesmiths can teach a person to show joy, despair or fear – at a price.Into this dark and distrustful world comes Neverfell, a little girl with no memory of her past and a face so terrifying to those around her that she must wear a mask at all times. For Neverfell's emotions are as obvious on her face as those of the most skilled Facesmiths, though entirely genuine. And that makes her very dangerous indeed . . .'Everyone should read Frances Hardinge. Everyone. Right now.' - Patrick Ness, author of A Monster Calls.

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Book SynopsisThis Ladybird retelling of Little Red Riding Hood is a wonderful introduction to classic fairy tales for toddlers and preschool children. Enjoy reading the simple text together, looking at the bright pictures and feeling the different touch-and-feels on every page.

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Book SynopsisGeronimo has company, and not in a good way. With a double on the loose in New Mouse City, things quickly get VERY confusing. Geronimo has to find this imposter, and soon! But who is he? And what does he want with The Rodent’s Gazette? Geronimo needs answers before it’s too late! About the Geronimo Stilton series: Geronimo Stilton is a bestselling children’s series with a dedicated international fan base. As seen on Netflix, the series follows the adventures of the Geronimo Stilton the fa-mouse journalist, as he searches for the next hot scoop. With illustrations and fun fonts throughout, Geronimo Stilton is perfect for reluctant readers aged 5+ years.Trade Review“This is a fun-filled, early chapter book with cute new illustrations.” – MD Walker, Netgalley

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Book SynopsisPART STORY, PART GAME - PURE ADVENTURE!Bestselling author, and long-time fan of Fighting Fantasy, CharlieHigson brings his own brand of heart-stopping action, terrifyingmonsters and page-turning plotting to Allansia... expect the unexpected!

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Book SynopsisTIGER'S DESTINY is the thrilling fourth volume in an epic fantasy-romance that will leave you breathless and yearning for more.Trade ReviewNot since the Twilight books has a series gripped me so intensely. Colleen Houck is a natural storyteller, who binds you into her web of adventure, keeping your interest locked all the way through until the end. This book is just as well paced and original as the first two in the series. I don't think you can read this series without falling under this author's spell. * Serendipity Reviews *This suspenseful tale of love, sacrifice, and redemption is not to be missed. * overflowinglibrary.com on TIGER'S QUEST *Colleen Houck is quickly becoming one of my favourite authors . . . If you haven't started this series yet then it's one I would highly recommend. * feelingfictional.com on TIGER'S QUEST *'I was wrapped up in the sweet romance and heart-pounding adventure of Tiger's Curse. I found myself cheering, squealing and biting my nails - all within a few pages. In short, it was magical!' * Becca Fitzpatrick, author of Hush, Hush *'Entrenched in the rich culture, history, mythology, and imagery of India. The exotic setting only enhances the deliciously romantic scenes. The book is as romantic as it is adventurous. . . it could easily be the next big thing.' * evesfangarden.com on TIGER'S CURSE *

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Book SynopsisJay, Summer, Dylan and their bands are headed for boot camp at uber-glamorous Rock War Manor. It''s going to be six weeks of mates, music and non-stop partying as they prepare for stardom.But the rock-star life of music festivals and glitzy premieres isn''t all it''s cracked up to be. Can the bands hold it together long enough to make it through the last stage of the competition, or will there be meltdown?The second book in this spectacular series by the bestselling Robert Muchamore, author of CHERUB. Trade ReviewRobert Muchamore's Rock War series is gritty, exciting and just the ticket for teens * Express.co.uk *Robert Muchamore's Rock War series is gritty, exciting and just the ticket for teens * Express.co.uk *Boot Camp is a fast, hard-hitting novel with a unique style of narrative * Dorset Echo *Boot Camp is a fast, hard-hitting novel with a unique style of narrative * Dorset Echo *Boot Camp is a fast, hard-hitting novel that includes Muchamore's unique style of narrative * Briport News.co.uk *Boot Camp is a fast, hard-hitting novel that includes Muchamore's unique style of narrative * Briport News.co.uk *Pacy writing, punchy dialogue and a gripping plot, it's got it all. * Daily Express *Crackling tension and high-octane drama. * Daily Mail *Punchy, exciting, glamorous and, what's more, you'll completely wish it was true. * Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisDark, gripping and romantic - read the books that inspired the phenomenal Netflix vampire series.Book 6 in the Vampire Diaries series by bestselling author L J Smith.Elena Gilbert is once again at the centre of magic and danger beyond her imagining. And once more, Stefan isn''t there to help! Elena is forced to trust her life to Damon, the handsome but deadly vampire who wants Elena, body and soul. They must journey to the slums of the Dark Dimension, a world where vampires and demons roam free, but humans must live as slaves of their supernatural masters. Damon''s brother, the brooding vampire Stefan whom Elena loves, is imprisoned here, and Elena can only free him by finding the two hidden halves of the key to his cell. Meanwhile, the tension between Elena and Damon mounts until Elena is faced with a terrible decision: which brother does she really want to be with?The drama, danger and star-crossed love that fills each Vampire Diaries book is

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Book SynopsisEver since her sister, Agnes, died, Pearl has a tradition every time it snows. It makes Christmas feel a little less lonely.On Christmas Eve, her father receives a letter about a long-lost relative's will.

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Book SynopsisEarly Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey.Horrid Henry is determined to win the class football match and defeat Moody Margaret, by whatever means necessary...

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Book SynopsisA collection of 12 new stories - all linked by the theme of Asterix''s anniversary celebration.Trade ReviewGoscinny's drawings are as brilliant as ever and the packed pages of this 50th anniversary volume will delight devotees * Financial Times *

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Book SynopsisThe second novel in Elizabeth George's Young Adult series. This genre-bending work combines Elizabeth's flair for crime and suspense novels with the paranormal.Trade ReviewAction-packed, mysterious, and somewhat creepy ... Raising the bar when it comes to today's YA fiction. * Suspense Magazine *In combining her skills in crime writing with an obvious flair for the supernatural this award-winning author creates a wonderful tale. * My Weekly *The author writes brilliantly and has an incredible ability to set a scene and create characters you want to know more about. * The Sun *Presses all the buttons to make us hoover her stuff up. * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisAn award-winning short story collection from the author of the must-read DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE trilogy.In Victorian times, goblins offered sumptuous fruits in exchange for maidens'' souls... and were usually successful. But what does it take to tempt today''s savvy young women? Discover the answer in GOBLIN FRUIT. In SPICY LITTLE CURSES a demon and the ambassador to Hell tussle over the soul of a beautiful English girl in India. Matters become complicated when she falls in love and decides to test the curse placed upon her. And in HATCHLING, six days before Esme''s fourteenth birthday, her left eye turns from brown to blue. She little suspects what the change heralds, but her small safe life begins to unravel at once. What does the beautiful, fanged man want with her, and how is her fate connected to a mysterious race of demons?Trade Review'WOW. I wish I had written this book.' * Patrick Rothfuss on DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *'DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE is that rare beast: a novel that takes the familiar and makes it appear startling and new. Taylor has embraced the mythology of angels and reworked it in an extraordinary form, so that by the end of this lyrical, haunting book, I wanted to believe in the existence of these violent, tormented beings. I can hardly wait for the next installment.' * John Connolly DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *Remarkable and beautifully written . . . The opening volume of a truly original trilogy. * Guardian DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *Northern Lights and Pan's Labyrinth in one. * Stylist DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *'You don't want this book to end . . . it's cancelling-weekend-plans, stay-up-all-night-addictive.' * Easy Living DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *Laini Taylor's imagination is vivid. * Financial Times DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *A pacy and inventive tale of a girl with an unknown past and supernatural friends . . . Mesmerising. * Marie Claire DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *Big things are expected of this, the first in a new fantasy trilogy, and we can see why . . . Imaginative and sexy, we couldn't put this down. * Bella DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *Trust us, it's brilliant * Heat DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *A beautifully written novel, reminiscent of Neil Gaiman . . . It is a wonderfully realised world, with fantastic but completely believable characters . . . It is sure to be a huge, and deserved, success. * We Love This Book DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *Thrillingly fresh and new. The smartly plotted, surprising, and fiercely compelling read will hook you from its opening pages. (Seriously, cancel all plans once you begin; you won't want to put it down.) * Entertainment Weekly DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *For once the frenzy over a teen novel is justified. DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE by Laini Taylor is one of those books that blots out reality, so consumed do you become in its fantasy world of chimeras and angels . . . inevitably there is an epic romance but Taylor is a talented writer; this is aeons apart from the usual angels and werewolves dross. * Sunday Telegraph DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *It's the first in a trilogy and I can't wait for the next instalment. * Sun DAUGHTER OF SMOKE AND BONE *

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Book SynopsisWinner of the 2011 Blue Peter Book of the Year Award, DEAD MAN''S COVE is the first book in a gripping adventure series about eleven-year-old ace detective, Laura Marlin, from award-winning author Lauren St John.When orphaned Laura Marlin moves from a children''s home to live with her uncle in Cornwall, she longs for a life of excitement just like the characters in her favourite detective novels.A real life adventure is on hand as she is deposited at her uncle''s spooky house . . . Why does her uncle, Calvin Redfern, forbid her to go to Dead Man''s Cove? What''s the truth about Tariq, the silent Indian boy who lives with the flamboyant Mukthars? Who is J? Who has left the message in a bottle for Laura to discover? Mysteries abound and who better to solve them than Laura Marlin, ace detective?Accompanied by her trusty companion, Skye, a three-legged husky, the dog she''s always wanted, Laura''s adventures begin in this first captivating mystery.<Trade ReviewI strongly believe that this is a book everyone will love. It is full of adventure and mystery. It's one of those books that you really don't want to put down and you really have to force yourself to stop reading * THE GUARDIAN ONLINE *The Blue Peter Book of the Year Award-winning book is completely cptivating * The Junior Week *A charming novel * TEENAGE FICTION FOR ALL AGES *

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Book SynopsisThe second romantic thriller in the gripping One Dollar Horse series in which Casey and her horse Storm face the challenge of the Kentucky Three Day Event.From the prize-winning author of the BLUE PETER BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD, the second romantic thriller in the gripping One Dollar Horse equestrian series in which Casey and her horse Storm face the challenge of the Kentucky Three Day Event.When Casey Blue''s victory at the Badminton Horse Trials earns her and Storm an invitation to the prestigious Kentucky Three Day Event, it is a dream come true. But that dream is about to turn into a nightmare.After her father is arrested for a crime Casey is convinced he didn''t commit, she finds herself the victim of a vicious blackmailer. To make matters worse, Storm is behaving like the wild horse he once was. Faced with losing everything she loves, she needs the help of her farrier boyfriend, Peter, to win in Kentucky, one of the most challenging riding competitTrade ReviewThe One Dollar Horse is certain to be huge favourite with readers and will bear comparison with classic horse stories by authors such as Patricia Leitch and K M Peyton. * BOOKS FOR KEEPS *There are many twists and turns but the plot is easy to follow and gripping, I would recommend this book for girls aged from twelve through to adult. The author has a flowing style and an art for bringing her characters to life. * NEWBOOKSMAG *Lauren St John's The One Dollar Horse is rare among pony books in setting its dream-come-true story in inner-city London... Writerly, full of equestrian knowledge and rich in character - not least of the horse - this is also a tale of first love, and is a handsome package with deep pink-edged pages. -- Nicolette Jones * THE SUNDAY TIMES *...one of the best characters in this thrilling rags-to-riches tale is Storm Warning. You can't help but identify with this courageous animal and St John makes you feel the thrill of what it must be like to jump over a fence on such a horse with such heart and soul. No nagging doubts, this book's a winner. -- Martin Chilton * TELEGRAPH ONLINE *Certain to be a huge favourite with readers and will bear comparison with classic horse stories by authors such as Patricia Leitch and KM Peyton. * BOOKS FOR KEEPS *

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Book SynopsisThe Snow Queen is the most magical and profound of all Hans Andersen's fairy tales. It is a quest full of mystery, humour and adventure, and its uplifting theme is the power of innocence and enduring love. When Kay's heart turns to ice and he falls under the spell of the beautiful Snow Queen, little Gerda leaves home to search for him. On her way she encounters many dangers, but she never forgets Kay. She makes friends with flowers and birds, and with the bold robber girl who lends her a reindeer to take her to the Snow Queen's palace. The Snow Queen is a story to read again and again, and to remember for ever. The lively, vivid text has been illustrated by Sally Holmes with all the loving, detailed attention it deserves. This is a sparkling re-telling of the famous classic from the pen of Hans Christian Andersen. Originally the son of a poor shoemaker, the secret of Andersen's success is that he wrote his stories as if he were telling them to a child. None of the original magic has been lost in this joyful new edition. Ideal to read aloud or for older readers to enjoy discovering by themselves.

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Book SynopsisCoinciding with the new Rick Riordan Magnus Chase series and the Marvel Age of Ultron DVD, featuring Thor, comes a new look at Asgard and the timeless tales of ancient Scandinavia. Classic stories and dazzling illustrations of gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters come to life in a stunning tableau of Norse myths, including those of the thunder god Thor, the one-eyed god and Allfather Odin, and the trickster god Loki. The lyrical storytelling of award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli dramatizes the timeless tales of ancient Scandinavia. This book is the third in the trilogy that includes the popular National Geographic Treasury of Greek Mythology and National Geographic Treasury of Egyptian Mythology. 

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Book SynopsisBook Band: Lime (Ideal for ages 6+)An out-of-this-world adventure story, ideal for children practising their reading at home or in school.On a school trip to the space museum, Reva and Bobby climb into a real rocket named Jupiter Two. The poor rocket has never been into space so when Reva and Bobby count down and press a big red button, Jupiter Two bursts into life. Soon Reva and Bobby are on their way to the moon!This extraordinary and imaginative adventure from well-loved author Jenny McLachlan is perfect for children who are learning to read by themselves and for Key Stage 1. It features engaging illustrations from Andy Rowland and quirky characters young readers will find hard to resist._______________Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun aTrade ReviewEvery child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation, [with] tips to support the parent or carer at home or the teacher who needs inspiration at the end of a busy day. * Julie-Ann McCulloch, Specialist EAL Teacher, Stockport Local Authority *My favourite character was Reva because she was curious and my favourite part was when they went to space. * Kiaan, aged 6 *This is called Zoom to the Moon. I liked this bit because they were about to go up into space. * Ben, aged 5 *

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Book SynopsisTHE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL is now a major motion picture from Netflix, starring Academy Award winner Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh, Cate Blanchett, and many more! In this fifth instalment, Sophie, Agatha, and their friends must overthrow the evil that seeks to rewrite their story.A traitor has seized Camelot's throne, sentencing Tedros, the true king, to death. Tedros's queen, Agatha, narrowly escapes, but their friend Sophie is trapped. She is forced to play a dangerous game as her wedding to the false king fast approaches, and all the while her friends' lives hang in the balance.Now Agatha and the other students at the School for Good and Evil must find a way to restore Tedros to his rightful place on the throne and save Camelot before all of their fairy tales come to a lethal end, and the future of the Endless Woods is rewritten foreverTrade ReviewPraise for THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL: “Amazing!!! Brilliant!!! PERFECTO!!! Mindblowing!!! Love it. Absolutely LOVE it.” Ava “This book is amazing!! It really kept me up all night and I could not wait to finish it! GO AND READ IT. SERIOUSLY. GO, GO, GO!” Anna, Goodreads “A fairy tale like no other, complete with romance, magic, and humour… that will keep you turning pages until the end.”Newbury Award-winning author Ann M. Martin “Twill enchant young girls and boys alike with its twisted take on the classic fairytales.” –The Bookbag “Dark, funny and entertaining” – Teenlibrarian.co.uk

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Book SynopsisWelcome to The Nothing to See Here Hotel! A hotel for magical creatures run by Frankie Banister and his parents. ‘Exuberant story and witty illustrations, this is my kind of book!’ Chris Riddell ‘Giggles guaranteed’ Nick SharrattFrankie Banister and his family are preparing to celebrate Grandad Abraham’s 175th birthday – an occasion that’s going to be even more HONKHUMPTIOUS now that Abe’s ghost has showed up!   When the unexpected spook reveals a secret UNDERWATER wing of the hotel that’s been hidden away for years, the Banister’s decide there’s only one thing for it … a whopping welcome home bash in the spectacular BRINY BALLROOM.   But memories aren’t the only things waiting at the bottom of the ocean. Secrets and sea monsters are lurking in the shadows, and is everything

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Book SynopsisWelcome to The Nothing to See Here Hotel! Book your stay now for this fabulously funny series full of mayhem, monsters and more than a little bit of magic by bestselling author Steven Butler and illustrated by Steven Lenton.Life is never dull for Frankie Banister and the weird and wonderful guests of The Nothing to See Here Hotel - the no.1 holiday destination for magicals! But when Frankie is kidnapped and dragged off to a secret cistern-city deep in the dookiest depths of the sewers, things get a whole lot weirder!What has Frankie done to offend the mysterious ‘Boss’? Is he doomed to spend the rest of his life griping in the piping? Will he ever escape the dark and disgusterous dungeons? And what exactly is the gut-gurglingly named Poodly-Pipe?One thing’s for sure, Frankie is going to have to outwit old enemies and rely on new friends if he ever wants to see his HONKHU

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Book Synopsis A beautiful tribute to the international bestseller The Little Prince, with specially commissioned illustrations by the award-winning artist Pietari Posti Few stories are as widely read and as universally cherished by children and adults alike as The Little Prince. But even princes from faraway planets eventually grow up. No longer content with his tiny planet, the young prince sets off once again to explore the universe. And so begins another remarkable journey into the secrets and joys of living a meaningful life. A charming fable for all ages, this wonderful follow-up to the beloved classic overflows with love and wisdom, a true celebration of life as it should be lived in all its beauty and joy.Trade Review'This book reminds us of the values we should never have abandoned: the importance of friendship, family, community and compassion – the pillars of every civilized society.' * Bruno d’Agay *

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Book SynopsisWhile Tom and Johnny are on a husky safari in Finland, their half-sisterGrainne stays behind to face the mother who abandoned her. But Tom and Johnny are too caught up in their adventure to thinkof home - until they find themselves lost in the snow, strugglingto survive...

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of My Brother Is a Superhero, winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and the British Book Industry Awards Children's Book of the Year, and My Gym Teacher Is an Alien Overlord, winner of a Lollies Laugh Out Loud 2017 Book Award.Books don't come much funnier than these!

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Book SynopsisA classic story of friendship between man and beast.Saved from the jaws of the evil tiger Shere Khan, young Mowgli is adopted by a wolf pack and taught the law of the jungle by lovable old Baloo the bear and Bhageera the panther. The adventures of Rikki-Tikki-Tavi the snake-fighting mongoose, little Toomai and the elephant''s secret dance, and Kotick the white seal are all part of Mowgli''s extraordinary journey with his animal friends.This special Puffin Classics edition brings together two of the most inspirational collections at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London - the works of Arts and Crafts pioneer William Morris and the literature of Rudyard Kipling. Illustrator Liz Catchpole has selected patterns from the V&A archive and introduced new artwork inspired by the collection to create a beautiful cover which brings Ruddyard Kipling''s timeless story to life.

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Book SynopsisAnne Shirley, B.A., arrives in her new home of Summerside scandalously in love. With two years to wait until she can be married, she has come to be principal of the local high school. Unfortunately, the town’s most powerful family have already taken a disliking to her and Anne’s charm appears to have met its match. She finds comfort in the letters she writes from her tower room, until at last she stumbles upon a secret and the winds begin to change. Book 4 of the Anne of Green Gables series by L. M. Montgomery. A tale of literature’s most famous redhead and her colourful imagination. An excellent introduction to classic literature and perfect for readers aged 9+.

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Book SynopsisThe tenth in the fun new 12-book collectible series for young readers from survival expert and Chief Scout BEAR GRYLLS.A mysterious compass with a fifth direction transports a young girl to a mountain top high above sea level, where the air is thin, the steep drops are treacherous and the conditions tough. Luckily, survival expert Bear Grylls is on hand to guide her safely down the mountain, facing her fears and gaining in confidence along the way.Each book in this fun new 12-book series from BEAR GRYLLS follows a different child on the outdoor activity camp. Once they are given the magical compass, they meet the inspirational adventurer in an amazing place and learn new skills and facts they can take with them back to their real life.

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