Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisLaugh-out-loud funny and a wonderful story about finding your voice. I loved it! David Walliams Anarchically silly fun!'' GuardianSidesplitting middle grade comedy, with serious heart (and one very funny llama). Illustrated by Allen Fatimaharan, the official illustrator for World Book Day 2022.It''s the Christmas holidays and Yasmin is miserable. Her family don''t celebrate Christmas so she doesn''t understand all the hype, plus Ezra has gone to Jamaica for 2 weeks and Levi is away on a mission.Then a snowstorm hits London, meaning Yasmin''s enemy Tia can''t fly to her luxury holiday in France. Yasmin is horrified when she gets sent a solo mission to give Tia the best Christmas ever!Soon Tia is bossing Yasmin around and without her friends to help, Yasmin starts to wonder if making her arch nemesis happy might be mission: impossible . . .Trade ReviewI adored this book! […] Funny and meaningful, a delight from start to finish.', Netgalley reviewer 'Levi is brilliant fun and is possibly the best talking animal since Donkey in Shrek', Netgalley reviewer ''Anarchically silly fun!'', Guardian “Featuring mixed heritage characters, it is full of mayhem and zany humour, and accompanied by hilarious black-and-white illustrations.” – BookTrust

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Book SynopsisMiriam Bos is a cheerful and energetic surface pattern designer and illustrator from the Netherlands, who loves creating art that feels warm and joyful and brings a smile to your face! Every design and illustration is made with lots of love and dedication. In her studio, Miriam enjoys drawing elements of nature such as flowers, bird and whimsical elements. Combining her bright use of colour and her quirky characters, she creates colourful and dreamy designs using both digital and traditional techniques. Some of her other titles for Campbell include The Jungle Book and Twas The Night Before Christmas, both in the First Stories series.

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Book SynopsisWhen a superhero movie are filming in town, Peggy can''t wait to meet the cast. But things don''t go to plan as Peggy tries to prove that she can be a super dog, just like the superheroes in the movie. Peggy the pug soon learns that real superheroes don''t wear capes or have super powers, but are just the people who love us and who are kind to others.This heartwarming Peggy the Pug story features adorable black and white illustrations throughout as well as a dashing shiny foiled cover. A great read for fans of Peggy the Pug and all aspiring heroes!

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Book SynopsisDiscover your wild side! Join twins Misha and Ziggy on another magical wildlife adventure in the second book in the WILD MAGIC series.For fans of Leonora Bolt and Space Detectives.

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Book SynopsisA charming collection of stories from celebrated storyteller Atinuke and with tender illustrations from Emily Hughes.Beti lives in a little round house in the woods with Mam, Tad, Baby Jac, her cheeky goat Naughty and many other farm animals. Written in Atinuke's rhythmic, heartfelt style and brought to life by Emily Hughes' lush, warm illustrations, this exquisite collection of four stories centred around a strong-willed little girl is a celebration of having adventures with our friends in the lush wild with each changing season. Every page is rich in humour and filled with touching observations of the family's wild and enchanting way of life. It is escapism at its finest and will inspire readers to reconnect with nature, to find happiness on their doorstep among the love of friends and family.

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Book SynopsisGet on the case with the best kids'' detective club in town!Minerva Keen and co are ready to take on a hair-raising new lead. But when know-it-all Zoe joins the club to read mysteries instead of solving them, it seems their sleuthing days might be over. To make things worse, Minerva''s favorite teacher, Ms Voyant, takes Zoe''s side . . . which gets Minerva wondering what secrets they could be hiding.As she digs into one puzzle, new questions pop up. Such as: Why are Ms Voyant and Zoe so friendly? And where do Minerva''s parents go on their mysterious ''business trips''?Minerva and her friends are divided over which mystery to untangle first. And without their greatest strength - each other - will this detective club be in over its head?

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Book SynopsisGeorge the dog loves living alone on his island. He likes to do everythinghis own way, and friends would just ruin things. But oneday a cheerful little seal wiggles up to him. Her name is Pebble,and she's determined to be George's friend. George is quietand grumpy. Pebble is lively and funny. Can this odd couple everbe friends?

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Book SynopsisIf you think monsters don''t exist, just ask Theodora Hendrix. The third in a brilliantly funny series about an ordinary girl brought up by monsters, perfect for fans of Amelia Fang and A Series of Unfortunate Events.Theodora, Sherman and Dexter are off to the Big Apple for the holidays, and they cannot wait! However, if Dracula and Mummy thought an overseas trip would keep Theodora safe from bad monsters with sinister intentions, they were wrong. For New York is teeming with Shadowmongers sly, shadowy creatures controlled by the most sinister foe of all. A foe who wants nothing more than to see the Monstrous League of Monsters brought down ... and Theodora with it.Trade ReviewWith Lisa Hunt’s expressive black and white illustrations throughout, this is just right for autumnal reading, especially for those who enjoy spooky stories tinged with humour. * Red Reading Hub *

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Book SynopsisIntroducing The Famous Five to younger readers, aged 5 and up! In this full-colour, newly created adventure story, the Five investigate a mysterious noise on Kirrin Island...The Five are camping on Kirrin Island and hear a mysterious noise coming from the castle. And when they don''t find anything in the dark, Dick tries to convince the others that it''s the ghost of Kirrin Island. But ghosts aren''t real... right?Set in the world of Enid Blyton''s best-loved series, this newly created story follows Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog on a special new adventure. The story is broken down into short chapters with vibrant, full-colour illustrations on every page - perfect for shared reading or for newly confident readers to enjoy independently.Also look out for: The Birthday Adventure, Five to the Rescue!, Timmy and the Treasure, Five and the Runaway Dog and Message in a Bottle, illustrated by Becka Moor.

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Book SynopsisSnuggle down with this charming collection of wintery and Christmas stories from the world's best loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up!

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Book SynopsisClassic-feeling storytelling with bags of charm. Fans of thrilling animal adventure and enchanting underground worlds will fall in love with Wishyouwas. It’s 1952 in smog-shrouded London. Christmas might be fast approaching, but with her mum away and Uncle Frank busy running the post office, Penny Black is lonelier than ever. All that changes when Penny discovers a small, fluffy, funny, springy and – most importantly – talking creature in the post office one night, trying to make off with a letter. But Wishyouwas is no thief. He’s a Sorter, and he soon introduces Penny to a fascinating secret world hidden in the tunnels underneath the city’s streets. Self-appointed guardians of lost mail, the Sorters have dedicated their lives to rescuing letters that have gone astray and making sure they get delivered to their rightful owners. Penny is determined to protect the Sorters, but how long will she be able to keep them safe with Stanley Scrawl, the sinister Royal Mail Rat Catcher, on the prowl? Can Penny save the Sorters and deliver a joyful Christmas?Trade ReviewAn instant classic * Piers Torday, award-winning author of The Last Wild *A lovely and enchanting read. Letters, intrigue, cute furry creatures – nine-year-old me would have turned to this charming book over and over again! * Lesley Parr, author of The Valley of Lost Secrets *A whirlwind adventure unfolds from the moment that lonely Penny Black helps a mysterious furry creature escape from a mouse trap in her uncle’s post office. Rich in word play, this is a magical and cleverly created world of make-believe * Julia Eccleshare, LoveReading4Kids *Wishyouwas is a heartwarming, feel-good story set to be a future classic. * ReadingZone *A delightfully charming feel-good tale that will be enjoyed for years to come * Mrs Sydney's Famous World's Smallest Library *Reminiscent of The Borrowers with a lovely Royal Mail twist, it is captivating from beginning to end. * Scope for Imagination *Enchanting and full of imagination... Wishyouwas is destined to become a much-loved classic book * K and O: Bonkers About Books *A first-class festive adventure * Daily Express *This will make the best read aloud in the run up to Christmas, and I bet teachers and their classes will completely and utterly fall in love with this story! * A Little But A Lot *For a feel-good, fast-paced, magical Christmas journey beneath London then look no further than Wishyouwas ... it’s a story you can get truly lost in! * Treat Yo Shelf *

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Book SynopsisA rescue story of love and trust between a boy and a dog from the talented author of Paws.Matt is a football superstar. He can handle anything. Except lately his chest feels empty and his head is screaming. He can't concentrate in school or enjoy football any more, and he is so, so tired. When Matt stumbles across an abandoned dog, there's no doubt in his mind that he has to save him.But maybe the dog isn't the only one who needs help.

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Book SynopsisFaith Erin Hicks is a writer and artist who lives in Vancouver, Canada. Her published works include Hockey Girl Loves Drama Boy, Friends with Boys, One Year At Ellsmere, The Adventures of Superhero Girl, The Last of Us: American Dreams (with Neil Druckmann), The Nameless City trilogy, Comics Will Break Your Heart, Nothing Can Possibly Go Wrong (with Prudence Shen) and the New York Times bestselling Pumpkinheads (with Rainbow Rowell).Trade ReviewPanels are broken out to capitalize on specific moments, creating a variety of impactful emotional beats: sardonic retorts, profound loneliness, smug satisfaction, and doe-eyed vulnerability. * Publisher's Weekly *

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Book SynopsisGene Luen Yang writes, and sometimes draws, comic books and graphic novels. He was named a National Ambassador for Young People's Literature by the Library of Congress in 2016, and advocates for the importance of reading, especially reading diversely. His graphic novel American Born Chinese, a National Book Award finalist and Printz Award winner, has been adapted into an original series on Disney+. His two-volume graphic novel Boxers & Saints won the LA Times Book Prize and was a National Book Award Finalist. His nonfiction graphic novel, Dragon Hoops, received an Eisner award and a Printz honor. His other comics work includes Lunar New Year Love Story (with LeUyen Pham), Secret Coders (with Mike Holmes), The Shadow Hero (with Sonny Liew), and Superman Smashes the Klan and the Avatar: The Last Airbender series (both with Gurihiru). In 2016, he was named a MacArthur Foundation Fellow.LeUyen Pham has illustrTrade ReviewYang’s storytelling is a multigenerational, multilayered, multicultural masterpiece of searching for lasting, empathic connection. * Booklist, starred review *Valentina’s quest is full of swoony moments that will satisfy romance readers, while her fearless journey of personal growth will win over everyone else. * Kirkus, starred review *

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Book SynopsisIf you enjoyed A Minecraft Movie, you'll love this series!Embark on a thrilling new adventure set in the world of Minecraft, where danger lurks at every turn, and our heroes must protect the Minecraft server from being shut down forever.Following the events of the Minecraft Woodsword Chronicles and the Minecraft Stonesword Saga series, the Evoker King has evolved into the Evoker Kid, a total noob who wants to experience everything the world of Minecraft has to offer. Unfortunately, he walks into danger at every turn, so it's up to Morgan, Harper, and their friends to keep him safe.But even more unfortunately in the real world, they've all been sent Ironsword Academy Middle School for the remainder of the school year. Now they're all noobs who will have to navigate the strange new school's hallways, try to make friends with new kids and avoid a principal who would like nothing better than to shut down their video game time.Can they get the Evoker Kid to a safe destination before someone pulls the plug on their Minecraft server permanently?!Don't miss this action-packed chapter book series perfect for readers 6 to 9 and Minecraft fans of all ages!

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Book SynopsisProve your footy fandom by taking on action-packed puzzles, quizzes and awesome activities in this Match Attax Extra Time Teasers book!This epic book is bursting with footy fun and super puzzles that will help you master the exciting world of football and keep you entertained into extra time and beyond!Time yourself as you race to fix broken Match Attax cards, decode secret tactics, solve incredible records and untangle fantastic facts from every top league across Europe! Will you have what it takes to beat the clock and lift the trophy?

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Book Synopsis A spellbinding new fantasy novel from the author of The Apprentice Witch series - perfect for fans of Studio Ghibli and Diana Wynne Jones. 'A cosy, magical adventure which touches on the problems associated with fast fashion.' THE BOOKSELLER 'Enchanting' THE WEEK JUNIOR Hen dreams of joining the family spell-tailor business, making magical homemade outfits. But the shop is struggling, thanks to the cheap clothing factory that has opened nearby. Stumbling upon a stitch - one that can sew memories into seams - Hen thinks he has the answer that will save them. Instead, he's shocked to be banned from sowing forever. What is going on? And can he unravel the mystery before it's too late? Combines James Nicol’s trademark cosy fantasy with an enchanting mystery – perfect for readers 8 and up Explores the real magic of clothes as Hen, a spell tailor’s apprentice, struggles to master his family craft – and discovers a new kind of stitch in the process A warm hug of a book – one to curl up with in your favourite old jumper!

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Book SynopsisFollow Bear as he sets off on a festive Christmas present hunt adventure with his friends in the forest. Can you help them? Set to rollicking rhyming song with twelve presents to find and count. The perfect Christmas gift – full of the joys of Winter!

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Book SynopsisLearn English with James and the Giant Peach! A Penguin Readers book. Discover fifteen famous Roald Dahl adventures, adapted for learners of English aged 7+. Can you read them all?Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With simplified text, illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.In these Penguin Readers editions, Roald Dahl''s stories have been aligned to the CEFR framework A1 to A2+, in four levels. Each book is also Lexile measured. The graded readers feature illustrated new words, language activities, and fun games between chapters, encouraging students and teachers to structure learning and make real progress. Every book also includes projects and discussions.Visit the Penguin Readers website for downloadable quizzes, worksheets and answer keys, as well as accompanying audio and a digital version of the book.James and the Giant Peach, a Level 3 Reader, is A2 in the CEFR framework. The text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, introducing first conditional, past continuous and present perfect simple for general experience. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear on most pages.When James''s parents die, he has to live with his two horrible aunts. He is lonely and sad. But then, a peach in his aunts'' garden starts to grow bigger and bigger. What strange and wonderful friends will James meet inside the peach?

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Book SynopsisA Financial Times Book of the Year Nominated for The Yoto Carnegies Medal for Writing 2024 Shortlisted for The Week Junior Book Prize in 2023 An award-winning climate fiction novel that explores unlikely friendships as a group of children with disabilities find themselves at the heart of an eco-mystery. On a remote Scottish island, 14-year-old Max's life is changed forever when he loses his hearing in a boating accident. He has to navigate a new silent world aloneeven his parents don't understand that wearing a hearing aid doesn't mean he can hear clearly. On top of that, he's placed in a special educational needs class surrounded by kids he once picked on. When people start acting strangely and Max's hearing aid picks up odd sounds from a new wind farm off the coast, he suspects a sinister scientist is using wind turbines to experiment on the islanders. Could being different be an advantage? Max enlists the help of his classmates to shut down the government's secret test before it spins out of control

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Book SynopsisInside this book is a treasure trove of writing celebrating courage and empowerment. Read the poems aloud or curl up with them in a quiet corner. Begin your journey into a lifelong love of poetry. Inspire young minds with this beautiful poetry anthology that encourages children to take joy in their identities. From body positivity and facing fear to celebrating heritage and individuality, a variety of contemporary poets will take readers on a journey through the different ways we can feel empowered. Vibrant and mesmerising artwork emphasises the beauty found in courage and being ourselves. This is the perfect book to instil a love of poetry, this title features work from a wide range of voices and illustrators who bring their unique perspectives to the topic of empowerment. Featuring powerful poetry from: Cecilia Knapp Debjani Chatterjee Valerie Bloom Mandy Coe Naomi Shihab Nye Kate Wakeling Elizabeth Acevedo Victoria Adukwei Bulley Joe Cook Jason Reynolds Nikita Gill Laura Mucha Janet Wong Nikki Grimes Mahogany L. Browne Matt Goodfellow Sophia Thakur Rachel Plummer Jay Hulme Chief Dan George And awe-inspiring artwork from: Annalise Barber Mariana Roldan Masha Manapov Nabila Adani

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Book SynopsisWhen Cynan sees a dazzling rainbow, he is determined to help it shine forever. Guided by his friends, he chases it through the dripping wood but the rainbow soon starts to fade. Once the last scrap of colour is gone, Cynan feels he has failed - until he realises something wonderful! A Welsh adaptation by Anwen Pierce of Fletcher and the Rainbow.

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Book Synopsis‘He shall never know I loved him.’ Heathcliff, adopted by the late Mr Earnshaw, is constantly bullied by his cruel new brother, Hindley. Feeling ostracised by his family, Heathcliff leaves Wuthering Heights. Years later, he returns as a wealthy gentleman, bent on revenge. When his proposal to a young woman is turned down, a burning passion takes hold of Heathcliff – a vengeance that is destined to ruin them all.

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Book SynopsisThe official Spy Ninjas: Official Spy Kit will teach you allyou need to know to become the ultimate Spy Ninja. Includes redreveal card, a 3-in-1 spy pen, folding binoculars and a top-secretcode key!

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Book SynopsisDiscover a world where Ariel never defeated Ursula in this twist on a classic tale, perfect for fans of The Little Mermaid

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Book SynopsisA reassuring story about moving house and overcoming fears, Bill and the Dream Angel is the second picture book from the beloved author of the Seven Sisters series Lucinda Riley, written with her son Harry Whittaker and illustrated by the award-winning Jane Ray.Because somewhere, an angel is listening . . .Bill and his family have just moved house. But, even though Bill's room is much bigger than before, and he has a garden to play in, Bill misses his old, familiar home. This new house makes mysterious noises, especially at night. Fortunately Destiny, the Dream Angel, is on hand to help Bill. With Destiny's help, Bill will learn that what may seem scary at first can result in the most magical of discoveries . . .Enjoy more books in the heartwarming Guardian Angels series: Grace and the Christmas AngelRosie and the Friendship AngelAlfie and the Angel of Lost ThingsTrade ReviewExquisitely decorative with jewel bright colours and starry highlights -- Sunday Times, on Rosie and the Friendship AngelBeautifully illustrated, this first in a new series of children’s books is hopeful, and the perfect Christmas gift in so many ways -- Woman & Home on Grace and the Christmas AngelThe magic of Christmas and the joys of community, friendship and family speak volumes in this warm-hearted tale . . . perfect for seasonal giving -- Pam Norfolk, Lancashire Post, on Grace and the Christmas Angel

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Book SynopsisThe delightful third book in the 'truly marvellous' (Independent) How to Be series: athrilling adventure of found family, undying loyalty and some truly spectacular cake

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Book Synopsis"A skilfully suspenseful story with all the charm of Chichester Clark’s picture books." Daily TelegraphAn enchanting and divinely illustrated young fiction novel about a kind girl and a lost bear cub, with a classic feel from the much-loved, award-winning author-illustrator.Are you brave enough to enter the Wild Bear Woods?Polly Pecorino rescues animals, and she can talk to them too. She spends all of her time caring for those at Happy Days Zoo, where the devious owners, Mr and Mrs Snell, will do anything to make money. One day they steal a bear cub, certain that he will do wonders for ticket sales, but the ferocious bears living in Wild Bear Woods want their cub back. Will Polly be brave enough to stand up to the Snells and take Booboo, the bear cub, back where he belongs?"[G]o down to the woods for a gentle bear story… This divinely illustrated book begs to become a series... Expect growls of approval." The Times, Children's Book of the Week“Full of enchanting illustrations, this is a lovely story of a kindly girl and a lost bear.” The Week Junior"A perfect book. Booboo is now one of my favourite bears, sitting right alongside Paddington and Winnie the Pooh. This story has lots and lots of heart." Carlie Sorosiak, author of I, Cosmo“Heart-warming, quietly exciting, encouraging, thoughtful and most of all, charming; a wonderful story with a real classic feel.” Mary Esther Judy, Fallen Star Stories BlogTrade ReviewA skillfully suspenseful story with all the charm of Chichester Clark’s picture books. * The Daily Telegraph *It’s a book to entrance young readers with the perennially appealing idea of communicating with other species, and with the message that kindness can triumph. * The Sunday Times *[G]o down to the woods for a gentle bear story…This divinely illustrated book begs to become a series…I enjoyed this gentle story and found her illustrations divine: Mrs Snell is a perfectly sculpted, minimalist Cruella de Vil, the adult bears are fabulously fierce, the baby bears visually vulnerable. Expect growls of approval. * The Times *Full of enchanting illustrations, this is a lovely story of a kindly girl and a lost bear. * The Week Junior *A perfect book. Booboo is now one of my favorite bears, sitting right alongside Paddington and Winnie the Pooh. This story has lots and lots of heart. * Carlie Sorosiak *

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Book SynopsisThe third book in the internationally bestselling Breadwinner series.Parvana''s best friend from The Breadwinner, Shauzia, has escaped the misery of her life in Kabul, only to end up in a refugee camp in Pakistan. But she still dreams of seeing the ocean and eventually making a new life in France. But escape is not so easy. Once she leaves the camp, she has no money, no food, and only her dog Jasper for company. But Shauzia is determined to find a new future for herself.This is another deeply moving story from Deborah Ellis, which casts light for readers on the ongoing humanitarian situation in Afghanistan.Trade Review"I was gripped by this series and couldn't drag myself away from it. Ellis beautifully captures childhood in war-torn Afghanistan and Pakistan. The stories are very moving." * Malala Yousafzai *

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of The Rabbit Listened, a story of learning to stay true to yourself, rather than what others want you to be.

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Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers'' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Persuasion, a Level 3 Reader, is A2 in the CEFR framework. The text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, introducing first conditional, past continuous and present perfect simple for general experience. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear on most pages.Eight years ago, Anne Elliot decided that she could not marry Frederick Wentworth because he had no money. But when Anne''s father decides to rent their home and move to Bath, Anne meets Frederick for a second time. Anne still loves him, but what are his feelings for her after all this time?Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.

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Book SynopsisGet ready for adventure, laughs, and a dangerous contest in the Nether with the fifth book in the illustrated Stonesword Saga Chapter Book series, the only official Minecraft chapter book series!Despite being a great Minecraft player, Morgan feels his leadership of the team slipping away as the next splinter of the Evoker King takes the form of a golem and challenges each member of the team to run a dangerous obstacle course. Normally they would work together, but this time they are each forced to face the challenge alone with no second chances and a river of hot lava waiting for them if they fail!Find out what happens in the next amazing instalment of the Minecraft Stonesword chapter book series.Trade ReviewGreatest Game of the 21st Century – Guardian

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Book SynopsisA visit to the cafe has never been so much fun in this hilarious illustrated story!Join Little Miss Chatterbox and her friends at Chatterbox Cafe where there will be food, fun and chatter! Little Miss Bossy is in charge in the kitchen and Mr Happy brings service with a smile, but who will pop in today and what will they choose?The Mr Men and Little Miss Every Day series takes Roger Hargreaves' beloved characters on trips and activities that children will recognise from their own lives. All the Every Day Adventures have a Where's Walter' feature with Walter the worm hiding in every story making for a fun and interactive reading experience for children aged 2 years and up.Trade ReviewThe colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971. – The Independent The timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly. – The Telegraph The Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf. – The Telegraph

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Book SynopsisI AM a magical unicorn!Join Peppa, George and all their friends for another adventure!Peppa has ALWAYS wanted to be a magical unicorn and Mummy Pig thinks she can help! But will Peppa''s wishes come true? And what about her friends? Discover this hilarious, colourful bedtime story, perfect for fans of Peppa - and unicorns!Also Available:Peppa Pig: Peppa''s Christmas UnicornPeppa Pig: Peppa''s Magical UnicornPeppa Pig: Peppa''s Dragon AdventurePeppa Pig: Peppa the MermaidPeppa Pig: Peppa''s Fairy Tale

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Book Synopsis​Itty must learn to dance before her first royal ball in this second adorable book in the Itty Bitty Princess Kitty chapter book series! Perfect for readers aged 5+ and fans of Isadora Moon, Claude and My Little Pony. There’s going to be a royal ball at the palace! The ball is when Itty will present herself as princess for the first time. Itty also has to teach all of Lollyland a new dance on the spot. There’s just one problem – Itty has no idea how to dance! Will the princess work something out, or will she dance her way into disaster? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on every page, the Itty Bitty Princess Kitty chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.

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Book SynopsisAg Jatkowska was born in Poland and grew up by the Baltic Sea. She graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdansk with a MA in Graphic Design and Illustration. In Poland, she worked as a senior artist for a greeting cards and stationery publisher and as a freelance illustrator, graphic designer and photographer. She now lives and works as an artist in Bath, producing illustrations for various book and magazine publishers including Busy Baby Animals, Busy Santa, Santa Sticker Fun and The Christmas Treasure Hunt for Campbell Books.

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Book SynopsisDr Dolittle meets Dick King-Smith in this funny, charming animal adventure from pop-star, presenter and award-winning farmer JB Gill. The perfect next read for fans of Michael Morpurgo''s Mudpuddle Farm and David Baddiel''s Animalcolm! ''Ace couldn''t believe his ears. NO WAY did a pig, two goats and a donkey just speak!''When Ace receives a surprise gift from a long-lost relative, he and his amazing grandparents pack up their life in the city and move to the countryside to live on a run-down farm.And there''s an even bigger surprise in-store for Ace when he tries on some magical new wellies and realises he can talk to animals! He''s going to have to master this new skill to take on the evil Councillor Crabbington, who is determined to shut down the farm!With a little help from Ginger the Pig, some squawkative hens and a new best friend, Ace must find a way to save the farm before CouncillTrade ReviewAce is a young boy who lives with his eccentric and extremely loving grandparents. Their colourful characters play a big part in the story, helping keep it very entertaining and a pleasure to read for any young child . . . This is a fun read and comes highly recommended. -- Prudence Wade * The Independent *

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Book Synopsis''A gripping portrait of three very different teenagers and one divided northern town, Ansar''s moving, funny YA debut feels entirely true to life'' - GuardianWhen three teens are landed with a community service order after an incident involving a spray can and an inconveniently timed patrol car, their stories start to converge.Amir is the angry boy who won''t talk about the brother he lost - but he won''t let his name be forgotten either.Eman is the awkward girl whose favourite evenings are spent at home watching TV with her Nani.Kemi is the determined athlete who knows she deserves as good a shot as anyone else - if only she can get to the starting line.As they spend more time together they learn more about themselves, and in the process realise the true cause of Amir''s brother''s death...This is one summer they will never forget.Trade ReviewA gripping portrait of three very different teenagers and one divided northern town, Ansar's moving, funny YA debut feels entirely true to life -- Imogen Russell Williams * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisA second novel from the bestselling author of Branford Boase-shortlisted and Carnegie-nominated Witch. An engrossing story of fathers and sons, death and grief, and unexpected bonds, new and old, forged by dark and benign magic. When Sam, grieving the death of his father, finds a silver-flecked stone, ice-cold to the touch, strange and eerie things begin to happen. Myth, legend, magic and witchcraft mingle on the ancient hillside where the chalk white horse has galloped for centuries. Ravens wheel. Wolves prowl. As Halloween draws close, witches dance. Odin gathers brave, fallen warriors to his side. Only the mysterious new girl, Oona, can heal Sam's heart, revealing tarot secrets with her bewitching ways. Reviews for Witch: 'A book filled with enchantment, in every sense. Dark, exciting and pacy, Witch brilliantly balances magic and realism' Anthony McGowan, author of Carnegie-winning Lark 'There is real magic here... Perfect reading for a dark, stormy night' Irish Times WeekendTrade ReviewSuch a tour de force opening of emotions, followed by a mix of mythical & mystical. Don't often read YA but enjoyed this! -- Hannah Gold, Waterstones Book Prize 2022 WinnerAn absolute corker. I read this in a single sitting. Joyful and heartbreaking, beautiful and eerie. If you loved Witch... You'll love this too -- Liz Hyder, author of The GiftsFull of myth and magic * The Bookseller *As All Hallows' Eve approaches, a book of myth, legend, witchcraft and magic is the perfect novel to get cosy with. Stone by Finbar Hawkins [...] provides all that and more * Scotsman *A beautiful story about the love between a father and son, and how we can find comfort and support in unexpected places when everything feels lost * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisMeet two very special friends in this heartwarming and beautifully illustrated tale. Watch as a boy and a dog who don't quite fit in learn that a friendship, like a garden, takes time to grow - but that both are always worth the wait.The Gardening Dog is never chosen to go home with anyone who visits the rescue centre where she lives. Instead she spends her time quietly growing beautiful plants. Then one day she meets a boy called Lewis, who much prefers drawing to running around with all the other children. Working together, Lewis and The Gardening Dog create a wonderful community garden for everyone to share – and as new shoots grow outside, they build a deep friendship that leads to a new start for them both.

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Book SynopsisShe lost her words but found her voice.All My Rage meets The Poet X in this electric debut that explores a Muslim teen finding her voice in a post-9/11 America.Nida has always been known as Mamou Abdul-Hafeedh's niece - the poet who will fill her uncle's shoes after he was wrongfully incarcerated during the war on terror. But for Nida, her poetry letters are her heart and sharing so much of herself with a world that stereotypes her faith and her hijab is not an option.When Nida is illegally frisked at a Democratic Senatorial candidate's political rally, she writes a scathing poem about the politician, never expecting the letter to go viral weeks before Election Day. Nida discovers her poem has won first place in a national contest, a contest she never entered, and her quiet life is toppled. But worst of all, Nida loses her ability to write poetry. In the aftermath of her win, Nida struggles to balance the expectations of her mother, her u

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Book SynopsisTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERRead the brand-new story about everyone's favourite rag doll heroine, Sally and her sweetheart Jack, in this official sequel to Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas.Jack and Sally are truly meant to be... or are they? Newly crowned, Sally is thrown into the role of Queen of Halloween Town. Cast into the spotlight and tasked with royal duties, Sally can't help but wonder if all she's done is swap her captivity under Dr. Finkelstein for a new cage. When Sally and Zero accidentally uncover a long-hidden doorway to an ancient realm called Dream Town, she unknowingly sets a chain of sinister events in motion, putting herself, and the future of Halloween Town, in jeopardy. Can Sally discover how to be true to herself and save Halloween Town, or will her future turn into her worst nightmare?Written by New York Times' bestselling author, Shea Ernshaw, this book is perfect for fans of the film, Disney's A Twisted Tale series and Wranglestone.

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