Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisMeet the Spellcasters, who can change the world with their ancient magic and girl power! Four friends channel the magical abilities of their ancestors to protect their community in this empowering, action-packed new illustrated series for readers aged 7+.Jenny and the rest of the Spellcasters are thrilled to be going on an adventure trip to the woods at half term - they can''t wait to try out all the activities and have fun telling spooky stories round the campfire . . . and perhaps they''ll have a chance to practise their new magical powers. But it''s not long before strange things start happening, and the girls discover a local legend about a pack of werewolves that terrorised people in the woods long ago. Then Maya''s shapeshifting power goes wrong, and it looks like she''s transformed into a werewolf for good. Can Jenny use her powers of astral projection to travel back in time to ancient Egypt and find help from the gods of Egyptian mythology? When the Spellcaste

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Book SynopsisThe newest board book instalment of the bestselling If I had a... series imagines what life would be like with a super-bouncy kangaroo for a pet. Australia is full of wonderful wildlife, but what animal would make the best pet? Snakes can be scary, and a koala might give good hugs, but would be too clingy... But what about the bounciest, springiest animal of them all? Join our funny female protagonist and imagine... if I had a kangaroo! With rollicking rhymes and bold illustrations, our creative protagonist imagines the hopping highs and lows of having a kangaroo for a pet. Being an ace on the cricket pitch is a breeze, but hold on to your stomach during the school run - it's pretty bumpy being bounced around in a pouch! The book winds down to little girl drifting off to sleep, perfect for bedtime reading.

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Book SynopsisA tense, page-turning story that sensitively deals with themes of family upheaval and kleptomania, by the bestselling author of Ella on the Outside.Ren's family lose their home in a fire. They're living with her grandmother now and things are a bit tense.Ren lost her collection of things, her clothes; her brother lost his little bear and is inconsolable. So Ren starts replacing things with other people's possessions. They've got loads of stuff, after all.But she gets caught and has to strike a terrifying deal to avoid detection...

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Book SynopsisA heart-warming depiction of family life from multi-award winning picture book creator Michael Foreman OBE. From sunrise to sunset, breakfast time to playtime, time to go to the beach, bedtime, story time and – finally – sweet dreams time: Michael Foreman celebrates every wonderful moment of a day spent together as a family, creating special memories to treasure for ever. 'Michael Foreman has a flair for turning a book into a special occasion' QUENTIN BLAKETrade Review"A gorgeous picture book that celebrates every wonderful moment of a day spent together as a family" * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisAbducted by spirits from his village, lost boy Akira must make the long journey in north Japan to find his family and save his young sister, before time runs out. Voyaging deeper and deeper into a Japan ‘between the worlds’, Akira and his companions encounter a host of yokai monsters and famous ghosts, discovering a sometimes comical and sometimes terrifying world of interlinked and ghostly short stories along the way.

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Book SynopsisA brilliant and heart-warming story about the power of imagination and the special bond between grandparent and grandchild.Come on an adventure to the beach, all without leaving your sitting roomFrom kite-flying and sandcastle building to splashing in the waves, everything's possible at OUR beach, the best place to be! Use your imagination and you can join in too!Celebrate the power of imagination and the closeness of the bond between grandparent and grandchild in this beautifully written and illustrated book by Rebecca Smith and Zoe Waring.

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Book SynopsisAn inspiring story perfect for little stargazers.Luna loves the sky and finding out about all the wonders she can see above her. But the villagers can't stop worrying about the mythical Sky Dragon – a fearsome creature who is said to dwell in the sky.Can Luna share her love of the sky and show the villagers that the Sky Dragon is nothing to be afraid of?Featuring real constellations as well as facts about the milky way, eclipses, comets and other astronomical delights.Luna and the Sky Dragon is a warm and playful story with lots to learn and talk about from Bethan Woollvin, the New York Times-bestselling creator of Little Red, Rapunzel, I Can Catch a Monster and Three Little Vikings, and illustrator of Meet the Planets and Meet the Weather written by Caryl Hart.Trade ReviewLuna is for all those little girls who are curious about the world and won't let anything get in their way * The Scotsman *With lots to learn and talk about and Woollvin's striking artwork in a vibrant palette of colours, this is the perfect book to inspire your own little stargazers * Lancashire Post *We have absolutely adored this stellar picture book which blends storytelling, stargazing and science together within its stunningly beautiful pages. A wonder. * Mini Travellers *

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Book SynopsisUncover five nature stories in a single rock pool. Watch a prawn cleaning up the floor and a hermit crab change his shell as you lift the double-layer lift flaps in 1... 2... 3! With read-aloud rhyming texts and first words to see and say, this book reinforces early language skills.Trade ReviewPraise for Three Step Stories: "This gorgeous board book is a lovely introduction to pond life" - Big Issue 'The illustrations are soft and dreamy and will make you want to go on a sunny-day adventure to find a pond and celebrate all this wonderful wildlife together.' - Booktrust

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Book SynopsisWelcome friends and settle in there's lots to do and see as I tell you the story of our oldest, wisest tree... With its gnarled trunk, giant branches and glossy leaves, Grand Old Oak is Bear's favourite tree in the woodland. When Bear learns that Oak is five hundred years old, he decides to plan an extra-special birthday ball. In this first storybook of poetry, join Bear and his friends through the seasons as they prepare a magical birthday party, with lots of things to spot along the way. · An immersive, cosy world that encourages little ones to look at nature around them and step into a world of imaginative play, where animals do just as a child would: play games, enjoy a party, go on a picnic and experience each season of life · Engaging spotting activity for young children, with spreads themed around Oak's birthday party set in the magical woodland, and a familiar cast of woodland friends to follow · A sure hit for fans of the well-loved first book in the series, If You Go Down to the Woods Today · Perfect birthday gift book which builds an immersive, tender world and encourages the reader to look at the natural world around them with wonder and delight Words of praise for The Brown Bear Wood Series "A simple introduction to poetry, perfectly aimed at young children, that will be loved and enjoyed for a long time." - Independent's Best Kids Poetry Book 2021 "A tour de force of interactive two-dimensional nature." - Kirkus starred review "A simple yet magical first book of poetry." - The TelegraphTrade ReviewPraise for Brown Bear Wood: "A simple introduction to poetry, perfectly aimed at young children, that will be loved and enjoyed for a long time."', The Independent, Independent’s Best Kids Poetry Book 2021 'One to watch', Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times 'A tour de force of interactive two-dimensional nature', Kirkus starred review 'A simple yet magical first book of poetry', The Telegraph

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Book SynopsisFor 5+ kids who love video games but aren't allowed to play as often as they'd like...Sunny's favourite game is Super Rabbit Boy, where his carrot-loving friend must thwart all the plots the evil King Viking of Boom Boom Mountain comes up with.King Viking is competing in the Super Cup Grand Prix to win the power of super speed. Super Rabbit Boy and his friends, Jody Racer and Nugget, must work together to stop him!Can they dodge King Viking's fireballs, Robo Bobo's long Robo-arms, Princess Pirate's super-secret boxing gloves AND each other to win all four races? Or will King Viking stop them in their tracks. You'll have to read and find out...The third in a full-colour series of graphic novels about - and for - kids who love gaming - especially fans of Mario Kart! Join Sunny as he and Super Rabbit Boy take on the world, one move at a time!

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Book SynopsisNominated for the Carnegie Medal for Illustration Can Hop find a way to escape the wolves in her nightmares, even if they chase her in helicopters? Mummy thinks so... Every night, Hop has nightmares filled with, scary, hungry-eyed wolves. She knows they only exist in her dreams but they still seem very real. Her mummy comforts her and has some good advice, but can Hop find the courage to conquer the wolves? Practical advice for children who suffer night fears and terrors, in a gentle and funny story for the youngest of readers, illustrated by Sainsbury's Children's Book Award-Winning Paddy Donnelly.Trade Review"Many children have bad dreams and this book empowers them to be brave. The illustrations by Donnelly are full of colour, movement and emotion" * Irish Independent *"Takes young readers on a thrilling, enlightening, turn-the-tables journey that transforms a young rabbit’s fears into courage... dramatically evoked by Paddy Donnelly’s splendidly painterly, child-centred illustrations" -- Joanne Owen * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisMeet a bug who is as snug as a bug can be. Oh, but not for long! Along comes a knock on the door and suddenly he's off on a wild and risky adventure... Bug is chased by creature after creature – he's clearly ever so tasty – through woodland, dark caves and a mighty waterfall! He barely escapes becoming someone's dinner and comes close to meeting all sorts of sticky ends, but he keeps insisting he is ‘snug as a bug'!Can he make it back home? As snug as a bug can be?Snug as a Bug is a hilarious picture book romp from Karl Newson, with energetic and characterful illustrations from award-winning illustrator Alex Willmore which help the story leap of the page!Trade Review“charming and funny picture book.” * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisA moving story of family, love and loss from one of Australia's greatest storytellers. Emily loves the bush and the native animals on her family's reforested property, particularly the beautiful rainbow lorikeets that nest in one of the tallest trees. But then her father is diagnosed with a terminal illness, and Emily's world enters a tailspin. Her twin brother, Alex, refuses to accept the truth. His coping mechanism is to build elaborate additions to his treehouse in the superstitious belief that it will avert disaster – leaving Emily to deal with harsh reality on her own. When Alex secretly adopts a feral kitten, going against everything that's important to Emily, the siblings' emotions reach boiling point – with potentially dangerous consequences for them all.Trade ReviewTaking a moment to catch my breath after this... Paul Jennings is a firm favourite and TheLorikeetTree doesn't disappoint. Honest, relatable, vivid and moving. The world needs more stories like this. -- Alison King * via Twitter *I may have something in my eye after reading this short, beautiful, simply told story about family, loss and nature. There is real depth to the relationships, particularly the central sibling relationship. A future classic for 11+. -- Stephen Dilley * Teacher, reviewer, UKLA *Paul Jennings is known for his funny books and creations – Round the Twist, Unreal, Uncanny, Gizmo, and many more that kids have loved since 1985. Yet in The Lorikeet Tree, he has diverged from his stories about the weird and wonderful and created a serious story about overcoming obstacles in a world where everything is unpredictable... Simply told yet filled with heart, The Lorikeet Tree reflects the conflicts of siblings and parents and being part of a family facing tragedy and what that could mean for your future. The Lorikeet Tree also speaks for the environment and a place that cannot speak for itself, that is in conflict with what the characters want or are trying to do. The lyrical feeling of this book captured my imagination and it is one that has a timeless feeling about it – and is one that I hope many people come to enjoy. * The Book Muse blog *The Lorikeet Tree is simply and beautifully told. The lyrical text has the feel of a Barrington Stoke novel in terms of its quality and accessibility, and there really is no higher praise than that. The story itself doesn’t stray away from truth or hard issues, but Jennings approaches the subject matter of sibling trouble, loss and first love sensitively as well as honestly. In particular, Emily’s internal struggles prompt us to think about our own family difficulties and values. And at the centre of this moving story is a message about the healing power of nature, one that will be remembered by those KS3 readers that turn to it. -- Nicholas Carter * Just Imagine Book Reviews *Jennings at his very best… eloquent, understated and every page is full of empathy for his characters and a deep love of the landscape and its inhabitants. -- Alison BrumwellA book with a huge heart… showing the power of family love and empathy and reflecting on the oneness of the natural world. I highly recommend to all secondary school librarians and classroom book collections and to anyone working in the field of teenage mental health. -- Veronica Price * V’sViewfromtheBookshelves blog *A story brimming with love and hope – The Lorikeet Tree is deeply moving, looking at life and death as well as the wonder of nature. -- Tom G * checkemoutbooks blog *

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Book SynopsisOlly Brown never gets to take home the Year 6 class hamster becausehis overprotective dad has some weird hang-up about how much responsibilitypets are. But then the hamster shows up in Olly's house- and it can communicate with him! There's a whole civilizationof super-advanced, intelligent hamsters who seem to be worshippingOlly as a god?

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Book SynopsisDiscover all the frightful facts behind the story of cars on theroad across the world in this brand new Horrible Histories book. From scalding steam engines to preposterous propellor powered vehicles,awful accidents to rebellious road raiders, cursed cars andrisky racers, it's all in Horrible Histories: On the Road.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review‘Fun, adventure and mysteries to solve. A heartfelt hug of a book – I loved it’ Hannah Gold, award-winning author of The Last Bear ‘I adored this book – an utterly brilliant, page-turning read. Gorgeous and powerfully inclusive, with a supremely loveable cast of characters, you’ll be rooting for Cosima from her very first heist. Expect to have your heart stolen!’ Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn ‘Cosima Unfortunate is an utterly sparkling adventure, featuring a brilliantly clever group of friends helmed by a courageous, determined heroine – a must read!’ Ravena Guron, author of The Thief of Farrowfell and This Book Kills ‘A cracking heist adventure full of supportive friendships and unlimited hope. I already can’t wait to be reunited with Cos & Co.’ Clare Povey, author of The Bastien Bonlivre Adventures 'Full of adventure, warmth, and rich historical detail' Natasha Hastings, author of The Miraculous Sweetmakers ‘By stars, I loved this book. Cosima Unfortunate Steals a Star is a rompy historical heist with a cast of furiously brilliant and disabled kids, alongside solving the mystery of who Cosima’s family are. Full of fun and memorable characters but also shines light on the way history has treated disabled children’ Lizzie Huxley-Jones, author of Vivi Conway and the Sword of Legend ‘A real treat’ The Bookseller ‘A diamond heist, a quest and a touching tale of friendship all in one captivating, inclusive story’ The i

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Book SynopsisElli Woollard is an exciting talent on the picture books scene, who started writing stories after an embarrassing incident in which her youngest son broke Michael Rosen's glasses. In addition to picture books, she also writes children's poems. Her snappy rhymes, catchy rhythms and witty stories are sure to make her a huge success. Elli has written The Giant of Jum, Rudyard Kipling's Just So Stories and The Dragon and the Nibblesome Knight for Macmillan, as well as the young fiction series Swashbuckle Li. Elli lives in London with her four children, her husband and two guinea pigs.Marta Altés is the award-winning creator of My Grandpa, I am an Artist!, My New Home, The King Cat, Little Monkey and Rudyard Kipling's Just So Stories. She loves to tell stories and her love of illustration saw her study for a degree in Graphic Design in Barcelona. Marta moved to the UK to study for an MA in Children's Book Illustra

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Book SynopsisOrdinary Kids. Extraordinary Adventures. Laughs for the Whole Family.''Action-packed, hilarious and EPIC!'' Annabel Steadman, author of SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEFAn epic superhero adventure with a twist from Radio 1 broadcasters and bestselling authors of KID NORMAL and THE GREAT DREAM ROBBERY.Do you like superheroes? Do you like pandas? Do you like really brilliant adventures? Then this is the book for you!When world famous superhero Dr Extraordinary gets blown up inside a giant robot, twelve-year-old Sonny Nelson is devastated. A world without heroes is totally rubbish!But things take an even more extraordinary turn when Dr Ex returns and is invisible to everyone except Sonny!Readers LOVE The Great Dream Robbery:''I wanna be a member of the Dream Bandits!''''Escapist and daft and just a whole lot of fun''''Thoroughly enjoyed it from beginning to crazy end''''This madcap adventure could have only been dreamt up by the crazy minds of Greg James and Chris Smith - part science-fiction, part mission impossible, part mystery that needs solving and a whole lot of fun''

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Book SynopsisEveryone talks about how powerful the oceans are, how huge, how mysterious, all those underwater creatures living down there in the deep. But they''ve got no one to stand up for them!Olivia Alez is loving her life away from the royal palace. Now she isn''t a princess anymore she''s even more determined to be a science investigator, finding out things about the world around her.When she goes to visit her uncle Cassander for a holiday, she realises there''s a huge problem. The oceans are filled with rubbish, and she can''t see any fish swimming about. They''re nothing like the bright blue seas full of life that she''s seen before.When Captain Max and his parrot turn up, Olivia and her best friend Ravi decide that getting on board their pirate ship as they hunt for treasure might be a good way to find out what''s going on in the water. But they quickly realise that they''ve got more to discover than they ever imagined . . .

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Book SynopsisMoving to a new town can be a scary experience, especially when all of your things begin to come alive! In this whimsical, thrilling new series, a lonely boy named Iggie forms an unlikely band of heroes to overcome adversity and discover the importance of true friendship.2023 AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION BEST GRAPHIC NOVEL FOR CHILDREN READING LIST HONOREENine-year-old Iggie is the new kid in the town of Peculiar Woods, and nothing about his new home is familiar. So how is he supposed to make friends when he's not allowed to talk to strangers? On his first night in the strange new town, Iggie gets lost in the woods, where he discovers he can speak to inanimate objects. He soon teams up with his blanket, Faye, a talking chair and yoga enthusiast named Boris, and a pair of spirited chess pieces, and sets out on an epic quest to help his new friends solve their problems. Along the way, Iggie and friends encounter the nefarious washing machine, Lazarus Gallington, and begin to uncover the mystery of the flooded town. Throughout his epic quest, Iggie discovers the value of friendship while also discovering what needs to be done to save the entire village—before it's too late! With a rich, enchanting story and artwork reminiscent of The Brave Little Toaster, Adventure Time, Hilda, and other children's classics, Peculiar Woods will enchant young readers with its stories of unlikely heroism, friendship, and adventure.Trade Review“[A] gently eerie graphic novel series opener. [S]oftly rounded illustrations rendered in an autumnal palette depict Iggie’s loneliness and struggle to fit in, and personify the objects’ bizarre personalities, to deliver a cozy adventure.” (Publishers Weekly)“Imaginative worldbuilding and adventure mixed with unique characters and quirky humor.” Kirkus Reviews (Kirkus Reviews)“Cartoonish illustrations just this side of absurd and a balance of witty and meaningful dialogue clearly distinguish the inanimate objects’ characteristics and personalities, while the breezy panels expertly pace the heroes’ quest[.]” (Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books)"This offbeat story utilizes the fantasy genre admirably, teaching young readers about the importance of friendship and showing how fear can often be the fuel for true courage and bravery. Peculiar Woods features excellently paced illustrations and full-color panel work that help elevate the story." (Booklist)

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Book SynopsisAngus had never been very interested in history until he visited it by accident one Tuesday night.'History has always seemed pretty boring to Angus. Who cares about things that happened thousands of years ago? Totally pointless! That's what Angus thinks until the day he accidentally falls into a shopping trolley and ends up travelling through time with Marge, the lady who runs the cheese counter at the local supermarket, and who is also FROM THE FUTURE.And so begins the most epic adventure of his life exploring a market in Roman Britain, hanging out with Shakespeare, making new friends in Ancient Egypt. Oh, and trying to escape the Evil Emperor Kragg from the 99th Century who is determined to destroy the planet.Can Angus and his new friends make it out of the past unscathed and, more importantly, is camel cheese really as bad as you imagine? Only time will tell!This epic and hilarious time travel adventure takes you from Roman Britain to th

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Book SynopsisWhen the girl who's been turning herself into Mia's doppelgangeris found dead, can Mia work out the link - and avoid becoming thenext victim? A dark, twisty and heart-racing thriller on obsessionand toxic love for fans of Holly Jackson, Karen M. McManus andKathleen Glasgow.

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Book SynopsisDiscover all the foul facts about fifty gruesome great houses inthis brand new Horrible Histories book.

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Book SynopsisThe seventh book in a thrilling, magical, and action-packed new fantasy series, illustrated throughout and perfect for 7-9 year olds!In the land of Draconis, there are no dragons.Once, there were. Once, humans and dragons were friends, and created the great city of Rivven together.But then came the Dragon Storm, and the dragons retreated from the world of humans.To the men and women of Draconis, they became legends and myth.When dragonseer, Connor, and his dragon, Lightspirit, solve an impossible puzzle, they are taken immediately to the palace. There they meet someone who needs their help to stop the Dragon Storm, and save Draconis from a terrible war!But something isn't adding up ... and not everyone can be trusted. Can Connor and Lightspirit work out who's really behind the Dragon Storm before it's too late?An exciting new fantasy series from the highly acclaimed author of Orion Lost, brilliantly illustrated throughout, and perfect for fans of Beast Quest and Dragon Mountain.

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Book SynopsisJoin Ash and Pikachu on an adventure in Galar, the newest Pokémon region!The new Pokémon are here, and you've gotta catch ''em all! Start by joining legendary Pokémon trainer Ash and his Pikachu on an awesome adventure. They''ll meet and catch some amazing new Pokémon in this reader, including Galar First Partners Grookey, Scorbunny, and Sobble!Enjoy exploring in Galar, the new region from the blockbuster games, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield.

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Book SynopsisBridget Vanderpuff is the Best Worst Baker in the World. A recipe for fun with villainy, cake and sprinkles of silliness, heart and hope.Bridget and Tom travel to Butterälp to stay with Vivienne Velvete the world's finest chocolatier. But a horrifying monster is terrorising the villagers and the chocolate festival has been shut down. What''s more, Le Choc - the world''s most perfect bar of chocolate, kept in an alarmed, triple-locked room has been chomped! Bridget and Tom must trace a track of confuddling clues and unravel their most fiendish plot yet.

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Book SynopsisFrom John Agard and Julia Donaldson to Nikita Gill, Brian Bilston and Carol Ann Duffy, The Big Amazing Poetry Book is a brilliant, accessible introduction to poetry and to fifty-two fantastic poets. Introduced by Roger McGough, the book features the illustrations of former Children's Laureate and beloved author of the Goth Girl and Ottoline series, Chris Riddell.A warm, funny collection, this book is packed with many different styles of poetry – ballads, riddles, tongue-twisters, shape poems, haikus, sonnets and raps – about seasons, festivals, animals, birds, love, war, food, fish and football and much more.Each poet is showcased with seven of their poems alongside a biography to give exciting, engaging context to their work – plus a stunning line artwork on every page. A must have for any young readers, The Big Amazing Poetry Book primarily features work from twentieth and twenty-first century poets. IncludTrade ReviewOne to watch. * The Sunday Times *With this huge book you won't run out of poems to read aloud or by torchlight under the duvet * Daily Mail *The Big Amazing Poetry Book is a warm, funny and imaginative celebration of verse, and the ideal introduction to a mix of diverse poets, from famous names of the past Lewis Carroll and Charles Causley, to well-loved poets of today including Nikita Gill and the new Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho. * Lancashire Post *Every page is decorated with Riddell's prolific pen * The Times *this is a book to lose yourself in, whether or not that is your intention when you open it. (...) Chris Riddell’s intricate black and white illustrations placed over, under, through and around the poems are quite simply, brilliant. * Red Reading Hub *The Big Amazing Poetry Book is an utter triumph. Not only do I think every child should have one, I think every home should have a copy too. I thought it was fantastic and recommend it completely. I could not have loved it more. * Linda's Book Bag *The ultimate poetry collection that should be part of any classroom or library.. Chris Riddell’s illustrations beautifully complements the writing. * The English Association *

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Book SynopsisAnother graphic novel in this fun series spin-off from The Baby-sitters Club, adapted by newcomer DK Yingst!When Karen adopts a grandmother from Stoneybrook Manor, she has more grandmas than anyone she knows -- five! Karen thinks that is very special. But Karen''s new grandmother is so different! Grandma B makes Karen listen to old music, and she teaches Karen funny dances, like the foxtrot.Are five grandmothers too many for Karen?

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Book SynopsisTHE UNMISSABLE FOLLOW-UP TO THE EXPLOSIVE YA HORROR NOVEL, I FEED HER TO THE BEAST AND THE BEAST IS ME.Monsters and mortals, rejoice! Acheron is back . . .Though Laure has tried to close the lid on her ballet shoes and the feelings she once held for dance since the Palais Garnier incident two months ago, Laure is spinning out. Between partying, drinking, and avoiding anything and, well, everyone, she has no time to be anything but a monster. But when Laure stumbles across a mysterious dead body during one of her nights out, she's forced to notice the cracks stretching beyond herself.Below the streets of Paris, Elysium is dying, and Acheron and Lethe's influence is spilling into the streets like a blight. Laure isn't the only of Elysium's beasts to rise from the ruins of Palais Garnier, and someone is mobilizing an army of monsters with plans greater than Laure, Andor, and Keturah could have ever guessed. While Laure is warring be

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Book SynopsisAll that stands between an evil villain and world domination is a pair of twelve-year-olds who just learned they're time travellers. What could go wrong?Twins Pew and Basket Church dream of escaping the gloomy orphanage where they grew up. Or, even better, the return of their unknown parents.But even in their wildest dreams, they never imagined the truth. They can travel through time!Armed only with perplexing clues to their past and a time travel talisman that is key to their future, Pew and Basket embark on an epic quest. Their voyage takes them from battlefields to pirate colonies, all in a race to uncover the secrets of their family and outsmart time's greatest villain.History, adventure and mystery collide in this delightfully clever romp through space and time.Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life by James Patterson was a no. 1 New York Times bestseller 03/06/2011

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Book SynopsisIf you travel deep into the Jumble Jungle Wood you'll meet some awesome creatures ( some dangerously wicked) but none is more awesome than the Narzat. Meet the NARZAT and his friends, the Looky Lizard and the Chatty Chirper and his enemy the Roaring Ravenoserous ( absolutely and completely lethal).

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Book SynopsisReaders can discover all the foul facts about the TERRIBLE TUDORS,including why Henry VIII thought he'd married a horse and whichshocking swear words the Tudors used. With a bold, accessible newlook and a heap of extra-horrible bits, these bestselling titlesare sure to be a huge hit with yet another generation of TerryDeary fans.

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Book SynopsisOnce upon a time there was a huge family of children; and they were terribly, terribly naughty … So begin the tales of the no-nonsense Nurse Matilda who uses magic to tame the mischievous children in her charge – and who changes their lives forever. The inspiration for the much-loved film Nanny McPhee, starring Emma Thompson and Colin Firth, the Nurse Matilda stories overflow with naughtiness, wit and timeless humour, making this collection the perfect gift for mischief-makers both young and old! The collection contains all three instalments in the Nurse Matilda series, accompanied by Edward Ardizzone’s beautiful original illustrations: Nurse Matilda Nurse Matilda Goes to Town Nurse Matilda Goes to HospitalTrade ReviewFull of such inventive naughtiness – it may be better to keep these away from your children * Emma Thompson *Just as some musicians are endowed with perfect pitch, Ardizzone had a perfect sense of tone * Shirley Hughes *

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Book SynopsisGrowing up, Astrid’s big sister Cecilie was her whole world. But when Cecilie’s anxiety threatens to swallow her whole, their dynamic shifts. Now Astrid must be the big sister and put her own life on hold to be by Cecilie’s side. With Astrid’s days becoming increasingly consumed by Cecilie’s mental health and her guilt at not being able to help her more, will she still have room for her best friend Jonas and the handsome Greenlandic boy who’s determined to steal her heart? A heart-breaking yet life-affirming story about trying to find your own path without losing loved ones along the way.

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Book SynopsisThis 100% unofficial Minecraft chapter book is packed with all theaction, adventure and humor a young gamer could wish for! The firstin a new series featuring classic Minecraft characters, creatures,and quests!

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Book SynopsisIt's a dark and stormy night and Toby cannot sleep. The whole house seems to be tossing and turning like a ship in the middle of the ocean...and soon Toby enters a fantasy world where he is indeed at sea, caught up in a strange and wild adventure. Luckily, Toby's cat makes up the crew of his ship, and together they chart a course through the storm and fend off a giant sea monster - with the last minute help of a mystery submarine which comes to their aid. But hang on, the submarine is manned by his Grandma and Grandpa! Soon they are back in the safety of the harbour, ready for breakfast - but lift the flap for one last surprise! Dramatic and surreal, there is danger and bravery with a large dose of the surreal, and lots more to notice on every re-read.Trade Review‘If you have enjoyed some of Kitamura’s previous books, then you are in for another treat with this latest publication. The story is pacy and thrilling and the voyage dangerous, but the fantasy element makes for an exciting but safe read’ Just Imagine;'With a mix of surreal humour and high adventure, Kitamura's illustrations provide a visual treat. I particularly love the richly hued seascape with the two sailing houses heading landwards.' Red Reading Hub;‘A surreal and dramatic story that shows the power of imagination - with the most beautiful illustrations! I cannot recommend it highly enough!' I Teach Things;‘A welcome re-issue of a book first published in the 1980’s. Satoshi Kitamura’s style is distinctive and text and illustration are perfectly matched here…A dramatic fantasy story with a surreal element. Great fun for anyone aged 2+’ English Association;‘So distinctive is his artwork. It's a superb flight of imagination such as a child might have giving rise to a captivating adventure. Get hold of a copy now.’ Seaside Reader; 'Kitamura's nautical romp is a combination of sweet charm and raucous revelry. The artistry displayed in the jewel-colored illustrations is considerable and makes the book a satisfying visual treat.' Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisForced to move to a remote island, Blair is miserable. When an otherworldly woman offers an irresistible deal, Blair discovers that her new home is a darkly magical place, and a fey bargain cannot be broken. From the author of The Sky Beneath the Stone.

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Book SynopsisA sensitive and reassuring picture book on understanding and handling big feelings from award-winning author Manjeet MannSome days are good days. Some days are bad days. And some days are whirly twirly days, where the strops have you in a flop and everything is TOO MUCH. But what if you weren't just angry?Written by award-winning author Manjeet Mann, this brilliant picture book helps young readers explore difficult feelings and identify their emotions.Sensitively written and accompanied by beautiful artwork by Amanda Quartey, this book reassures little readers it's normal to feel a lot of things at once and helps them to embrace their own whirly twirly days.

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Book SynopsisStudents at Lycroft Phelps are marked for success.As a straight-A student and girlfriend of the school's star rower, Charlotte believes in what the school has to offer. Meanwhile, scholarship student Max is struggling. Until he's asked to join the rowing team offering him popularity - but at what cost? Then there's Quinn, a sixth-generation legacy student, who should be able to lay claim to the school in a way others can't. Who instead must watch the boy who assaulted her continue to play at the top of the school's food chain. Only in the dead of night does Q realize the solution to her suffering: Colin Pearce must die.But Lycroft Phelps has more than one dark secret at its heart, and as the three students uncover just how far the school will go to keep those ugly truths hidden, there's a lot more than reputation at stake...A tense and timely thriller with a revenge plot that'll have you on the edge oTrade Review"The Sharp Edge of Silence is a searingly honest story of sexual assault and one girl's journey to fight for herself in the aftermath. But it's also about friendship and finding one's voice. Quinn is heroic and human and she had my heart from the very first page. Please read this beautiful book." * Jennifer Niven, #1 New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places *"Rosenblum's immersive and poetic prose tackles difficult themes with precision and care, delivering a profound account of overcoming trauma in a system designed to protect abusers." * Publishers Weekly *"A beautifully written novel that tells a powerful story of survival, support, and finding voice." * School Library Journal *"A thrilling story of the courage necessary to effect change at a vividly drawn boarding school. Cameron Kelly Rosenblum writes with a crackling, lyrical voice that takes root in your heart and echoes in your mind long after you're done turning pages." * Jeff Zentner, author of The Serpent King and In the Wild Light *"Unnerving, harrowing and suspenseful, The Sharp Edge of Silence explodes with raw anger and toxic masculinity in a way that is sensitive, gripping, and hopeful." * Alex Richards, author of Accidental and When We Were Strangers *The current focus on masculine toxicity and the 'Me Too' movement makes this a topical subject and the author has successfully managed to ensure anger oozes from the pages of this excellent book. * ReadingZone *This is a book of strong characters, with some upsetting scenes, but a book which tackles some important issues which need to be brought out into the open. * Armadillo Magazine *This fast-paced YA book will excite and engage readers * The School Librarian, Editor's choice *

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Book SynopsisCOSMOPOLITAN''S BEST NEW BOOKS OUT IN JUNE 2023''Funny, direct ... and romantic'' - The Guardian''Compelling and insightful'' - Glamour''Whip-smart'' - Irish Independent''Come along with me on this sh!tty ride or bail out now. It''s your choice . . .''When Freya collapses and wakes up with a temporary ileostomy bag on her stomach, her dreams of the perfect summer go down the toilet. Instead of partying in the Algarve, she''s packed off to ''Poo Camp'' - a place for kids with bowel disease to ''bond''.And things can only get worse. Someone has started calling her ''Sh!t Bag'' . . . and it''s catching on.Freya decides to live up to the nickname, raging at her friends, her ex and the world. Only her campmate Chris seems to see past her new attitude . . .Can Freya get her sh!t together or will she end up with just her bag by her side?A fresh, fierce and funnyTrade Review'Funny, direct, real-feeling and romantic, this superb YA debut conveys the reality of managing life with an ostomy' * The Guardian **THE BEST NEW BOOKS OUT IN JUNE 2023* * Cosmopolitan *'What could have been another "issues" book is elevated by Knox's writing and her whip-smart and honest main character. A funny and charming read' * Irish Independent *'A compelling and insightful read that sheds a brilliant light on hugely important topics' * Glamour *'This bold, brilliantly funny book is the best YA novel I've read this year. Xena Knox is one to watch!' * Cat Clarke, author of Girlhood *'A must read! With disability representation and written from Xena's own experience, it's full of sass, humour, embarrassing moments and something all teens will love. Xena's characters feel SO real, you'll be hooked from the first page' * A. M. Dassu, author of Boy, Everywhere *'What an incredible read! Freya is feisty & unfiltered - and now she has an ileostomy bag & is furious. This unflinching story of disgust, humiliation and hard-won wins educated me in the most entertaining of ways ... Highly recommend' * Sue Wallman, author of Lying About Last Summer *A sharp, funny book that addresses a hidden issue * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisA glorious Christmas story, full of festive sparkle from the illustrator of The Primrose Railway Children.William lives in Words of Wonder, a perfect bookshop full of stories and delights. He has always lived there with his family, ever since he was a baby, and now he is thirty-seven books tall. But times are hard, and the bookshop is struggling, so William takes it upon himself to create the most beautiful Christmas window to draw people in with a leaping reindeer, pulling a sleigh full of stories. And then one night, as Christmas draws near, the reindeer comes to life and all William's wishes for his family and all the shops around come true making a Christmas to remember through the power of words and hope.A beautiful new picture book, full of the magic of Christmas!Trade Review“Magical” Bookseller “Beautiful” The Times Praise for the Big Words for Little People series by Helen Mortimer: “Empowering, interactive, fun, and with age appropriate language, these books are supportive, engaging and important” Armadillo Magazine

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Book SynopsisFrom phenomenal number-one bestseller David Walliams comes another collection of more hilariously horrible children!Look out! It?s more badly behaved boys and ghoulish girls!Like Boastful Barnabas who is so big-headed he might just explode! And Tandy and her titanic tantrums and who will be crowned bully of the year!From number one bestselling author David Walliams come ten more hilarious and horrendous tales, illustrated throughout by artistic genius Tony Ross.Trade Review Praise for The World’s Worst Children: “This really is Walliams at his most indulgently gross and silly – the perfect combination for thousands of his loyal fans… stunningly illustrated by Ross who captures the energy and chaos of the stories” Daily Mail “Laugh-out-loud funny and…downright disgusting” Daily Express “Often described as the modern-day Roald Dahl, Walliams is a big author with big ideas and plenty of illustrations, all combining to make for real page-turners, even for kids who would normally look at you as if you’re mad to suggest reading for pleasure” Independent Praise for David Walliams’ books: “The new Roald Dahl” Evening Standard "A triumphant mix of wit and warmth" Telegraph “Ridiculously over-the-top and utterly delightful” Spectator "His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" Sun “Delightfully funny” Metro

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