Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisPuffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every childRediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this bold edition of Wuthering Heights. Heathcliff, an orphan, is raised by Mr Earnshaw as one of his own children. Hindley despises him but wild Cathy becomes his constant companion, and he falls deeply in love with her. When she will not marry him, Heathcliff's terrible vengeance ruins them all - but still his and Cathy's love will not die . . .

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Book SynopsisPuffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every child Rediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this charming edition of The Happy Prince and Other Stories. A haunting, magical fairy-tale collection, in which Oscar Wilde beautifully evokes (among others) The Happy Prince who was not so happy after all, The Selfish Giant who learned to love little children and The Star Child who did not love his parents as much as he should. Each of the stories shines with poetry and magic and will be enjoyed by children of every age.

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Book SynopsisA mysterious guest at the Coach and Horses Inn disrupts the village of Iping. The stranger is wrapped up from head to toe, his bandaged face hidden from sight. Is he the victim of an accident? A criminal on the run? No one in the village comes close to guessing what is really hidden behind the bandages.

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Book SynopsisIt's been 140 years since the Wolf swallowed the Sun, so why are all the cats in the fog-shrouded town of Starspill intent on sending Zac on a perilous quest now? Can he, Alys, and kitten Jinx really steal an Ember of the Sun and who is in the shadows trying to stop them?

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Book SynopsisThis beautiful hardback gift edition presents Frances Hodgson Burnett''s classic children''s story, The Secret Garden, featuring classic full-colour illustrations and stencilled page edges. Spoilt and contrary Mary Lennox is sent to live at her uncle''s gloomy manor in Yorkshire. Here, quite unexpectedly, she discovers a new world of warmth and friendship. Unlocking a hidden garden in the grounds, Mary reveals a place of enchantment that begins to weave its magic on her and those around her. This covetable gift edition with 25 original, full-page illustrations by Leire Salaberria, is sure to enchant readers of all ages.ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Deluxe Children''s Classics are exquisitely designed hardcover editions of classic children''s literature, beautifully presented with full-colour illustrations, stencilled page-edges, and decorative endpapers. Together, they make a wonderful entryway into these best-loved classics that children ca

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Book SynopsisA ghost must team up with the living girl she?s been haunting in order to defeat a monster out of her nightmares and save her little brother, from the author of The Curse of Eelgrass Bog.Maudie isn?t your typical twelve-year-old girl?she?s the ghost of one. Along with her best friend Kit and little brother Scratch, she haunts a cottage in the woods, doing her best to scare off the vacationers and forget her old life.But everything changes when Kit and Scratch go missing. Maudie knows something terrible must have happened, and she?s right: Longfingers?a monster from her own nightmares, with spidery fingers and needle-sharp teeth?has stolen her friends away.Longfingers makes Maudie a twisted deal: find the key to a door in a mysterious cabin, or she?ll never see her friends again. With nobody else to turn to, Maudie has to beg for help from Gianna, the living girl she?s been haunting. Together, the girls search for a way to thwart the monster and save Maudie?s friends.But Maudie?s keeping secrets about the cabin and her past. Unless she finds a way to finally face the truth, she may never be able to rescue her friends from Longfingers?s grasp.

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Book SynopsisDiscover a world of extraordinary beasts and unexpected heroes in the spectacular sequel from Kiyash Monsef. In this transporting and suspenseful sequel to the New York Times bestselling Once There Was, Marjan travels around the globe in search of a mythical bird in terrible danger, whose fate could determine the future of the world.​ Marjan Dastani is successfully leading a double life—for now. Only a few people close to her know that when she’s not in school, she travels the world taking care of mythical beasts, and she is sent on missions by a shadowy organization known as the Fells. She’s on one of these​ jobs in Istanbul when she gets the chance to connect with her long-lost distant uncle, the only living relative she has who once did “the work,” like her father and now her. When she meets him, though, they’re interrupted by a threatening man who’ll stop at nothing to trap and killR

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Book SynopsisA captivating and profoundly moving novel with hints of supernatural intrigue, blending We Were Liars and Your Name into a can?t-miss read for fans of You?ve Reached Sam.Thirty years ago, Grace?s mom left her hometown of Hermitage, Florida and never looked back?which is exactly why Grace thinks it?s the safest place to spend her summer now. Since her mom died in a car crash, Grace has been desperate to get away from the memories and reminders of her loss. Spending the summer transcribing cassette tapes for the Hermitage Historical Society might be boring, but boring is just what Grace needs.Until she hears the voice of Jake Underwood?the boy who first recorded the cassette tapes back in 1992. When Grace realizes he can hear anything she records, despite thirty years of time between them, they strike up an impossible conversation through the tapes.But the past isn?t any simpler than the present, and a mystery has haunted Hermitage through the generations. In the 1970?s, a hurricane made landfall and resulted in the tragic death of Jake?s uncle Charley. In a town as suffocatinglysmall as Hermitage, it?s impossible not to notice how no one talks about that storm, or Charley, and as the mystery unfurls, Grace can?t help but realize a worse truth: No one talks about Jake either.A beautifully written exploration of grief and what happens when untreated wounds bleed into future generations, The Underwood Tapes is the perfect read for anyone in need of a good, cathartic cry.

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Book SynopsisMagic, adventure, and a whole new world is waiting to be discovered! The perfect series for adventurers aged 9+ and fans of Michelle Harrison, Piers Torday and Jamie Littler. The Unmapped Chronicles will not only leave children entertained, but will also empower them to battle climate change and environmental issues. 'Adventures are unpredictable and often terribly badly behaved – a bit like pickled onions if you’ve ever tried to fork one on a plate – but they have a way of unlocking people and turning them upside down so that all the astonishing things fizzing around inside them start to tumble out…’ Eleven-year-old Casper Tock hates risks, is allergic to adventures and shudders at the thought of unpredictable events. So, it comes as a nasty shock to him when he accidentally stumbles into Rumblestar, an Unmapped Kingdom full of magical beasts. All Casper want

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Book Synopsis_______________ From the author of the New York Times bestselling Cursebreaker series comes an emotionally complex, romantic story about two teens struggling to unpick the grey area between right and wrong, perfect for fans of John Green and Jennifer Niven _______________ Rob had it all – friends, a near-guaranteed lacrosse scholarship to college and an amazing family – but all that changed when his dad was caught embezzling funds from half the town. Now he’s a social pariah. Maegan always does the right thing. But when her sister comes home from college pregnant, she’s caught between telling their parents the truth about the father and keeping her sister’s trust. When Rob and Maegan are paired together for a project, they form an unexpectedly deep connection. But Rob’s plan to fix his father’s damage could ruin more than their new friendship …Trade ReviewGripping, heartfelt and layered * Kirkus Reviews *A heartfelt read * Booklist *a real page turner […] there are really good plot twists * Teen Titles *Readers looking for a different sort of coming-of-age story or teen protagonists grappling with complex situations will fall in love with this romance-tinged novel -- starred review * Booklist on MORE THAN WE CAN TELL *A must-have for any YA collection. Give to teens who enjoyed A Child Called 'It' by Dave Pelzer or The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky -- starred review * SLJ on MORE THAN WE CAN TELL *Family dysfunction, anxiety and PTSD from long-term abuse are all believably conveyed … A timely, suspenseful, well-written page-turner with compelling main characters * Kirkus Reviews on MORE THAN WE CAN TELL *Readers will find it easy to fall into Rev and Emma’s lives as romance hovers between them and they confront the violence of their past and present * Publishers Weekly on MORE THAN WE CAN TELL *The characters are well developed and … anticipation and curiosity build throughout * School Library Connection on MORE THAN WE CAN TELL *This book is going to fly off the shelves to all teens, but it will hold special interest for those looking for a tear-jerking romance, and serious readers of realistic fiction * VOYA on LETTERS TO THE LOST *A great concept, delivered in a compulsively readable package … romance readers will stay up late to finish this very satisfying and heartfelt read * Booklist on LETTERS TO THE LOST *Explores the ideas of carving identity out of pain and the way perception colours expectations * BCCB on LETTERS TO THE LOST *Readers will find themselves rooting for the real Declan to win Juliet’s heart the same way his online persona did. Consider this tale of modern star-crossed love as a first purchase for YA collections * SLJ on LETTERS TO THE LOST *

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Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of Mr Gum and Roald Dahl, this highly successful and widely praised series featuring a boy, a circus and a lot of silliness is now available in a bright new package. ‘Freewheeling frivolity’ – Financial Times ‘Once, and once only, there was a boy whose name was Fizzlebert.’ Fizzlebert Stump lives in a travelling circus. But although he gets to hang around with acrobats, play the fool with clowns, and put his head in a lion's mouth every night, he's the only kid there – and he's bored. But then Fizz decides to join a library, and life suddenly gets a lot more exciting when he is kidnapped by a pair of crazed pensioners! Will he ever see the circus again? A story of a boy, a book, some very bad people, some very brave deeds, and the importance of rubber teeth for lions.Trade ReviewFreewheeling frivolity * Financial Times *Stuffed with laughs * bestselling author Jeremy Strong *Children will love the Stanton/Ardargh-esque authorial tone * The Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisThe Princess in Black may know how to handle all kinds of monsters, but a kitten set on destruction? Me-OW!Duchess Wigtower had heard that pets are fun, but all her kitten has gotten her is nine lives' worth of problems. Eeeeek! It's time for someone else to deal with this catastrophe. Princess Magnolia is thrilled when a kitten lands on her doorstep, but just as she's about to play with Plumpkins (or should it be Hugmaster Floof?) the monster alarm goes off. When Princess Magnolia returns to her castle, her furry companion has carved up the wallpaper! In fact, each time Princess Magnolia leaves to help the Goat Avenger fight a very grouchy monster, her feline friend wreaks havoc. Has the Princess in Black finally met her match? Ten years after she first donned her cape, the Princess in Black returns for a purrfectly hilarious entry to the New York Times best-selling series.

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Book SynopsisCyril and Pat is a very funny, rhyming romp through the park from the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal-winning Emily Gravett, author of Tidy and Meerkat Mail.'Enormous fun to read aloud.' – GuardianCyril is the only squirrel in Lake Park, and he's very lonely. Until one day he meets Pat – Pat the big, grey . . . other squirrel. Cyril and Pat have lots of adventures and fun together and Cyril is so pleased he's made a friend. But everyone says that Cyril and Pat simply cannot be friends, and they soon reveal why: Pat, as the reader has known all along, is actually a RAT!But Cyril's life turns out to be a lot duller and quite a bit scarier without Pat by his side, and in the end the two friends learn that some things are more important than being the same, or listening to others.Trade ReviewThis comic, summery picturebook invitingly depicts an urban park and is the rhyming story of a friendship between Cyril, a squirrel, and Pat, a… something else. It shows how difference doesn’t matter and will make readers feel one step ahead. * Sunday Times *Have your hearts melted by the touching duo and learn that friendship is truly worth fighting for in this funny yet tender story. * Ni4Kids *Filled with the anarchic energy of these defiant buddies cutting capers, it’s enormous fun to read aloud, and a paean to loyal friendship in the teeth of opposition * Guardian *With just a few sentences on each page, the colourful pictures add to the story, making it perfect for readers and great to share * Primary Times *A colourful, rhyming story about friendship against the odds. Funny and endearing, Cyril’s experience celebrates independent thought and the joy of difference. * BookTrust’s 2018 Great Books Guide *

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Book SynopsisA timeless tale of courage, resistance and friendship, The Umbrella Mouse is a heart-stopping adventure drawing on the true stories of animals caught in the conflict of WWII, winner of the 2019 Sainsbury's Book Prize for Fiction and selected for Waterstones Book of the Month. 1944, and London is under attack. Young mouse Pip Hanway's safe and quiet world is turned upside down when her home, umbrella shop James Smith & Sons, is destroyed by a bomb. Orphaned and alone, she must begin a perilous quest to find a new home. But the only way to get there is by joining Noah’s Ark, a secret gang of animals fighting with the resistance in France, operating beneath the feet of the human soldiers. Danger is everywhere and as the enemy closes in, Pip must risk everything to save her new friends.Beautifully illustrated by Sam Usher, Anna Fargher's debut novel takes you on an incredible journey through a war that reaches even the smallest of creatures.'An ambitious and wonderfully well-achieved first novel' Michael Morpurgo, author of War Horse.'A spellbinding tale of bravery and hope, where courage is found in the smallest of heroes' Gill Lewis, author of Sky Hawk.Trade ReviewAn ambitious and wonderfully well-achieved first novel. -- Michael Morpurgo, author of War HorseA spellbinding tale of bravery and hope, where courage is found in the smallest of heroes -- Gill Lewis, author of Sky HawkAn exquisite children's book -- Telegraph, 50 best books of 2019Move over War Horse . . . [an] enchanting first novel . . . beautifully written * Telegraph *A stunning debut novel . . . Fargher's skill is to invest her hero with the complexity of a human being * The Oldie *Brims with courage, friendship and adventure * Bookseller *[A]n alternative narrative that is both immersive and engaging making this a potential modern day classic that KS2 children and older will truly enjoy * Armadillo Magazine *A beautifully imagined wartime adventure with the bravest of heroines. -- Claire Fayers, author of The Accidental PiratesThe wartime background is vivid and completely convincing and Pip and her animal comrades are beguiling characters. Original adventure from an exciting new author * Lovereading4kids *For older readers, the exquisite story of a mouse orphaned in the London blitz. Animals are easily sentimentalised in fiction, but Fargher invests her hero with the complexity of a human being, while minutely observing his rodent tics. * Sunday Telegraph - Books of the Year *The wartime background is vivid and completely convincing and Pip and her animal comrades are beguiling characters * Lovereading4kids *The best animal adventures since Margery Sharpe's The Rescuers -- Amanda Craig, New Statesman

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Book SynopsisCompletely hilarious kind of The League of Gentlemen for kids'' Zoe BallShabba me whiskers! It''s a bold new look for Mr Gum, the best-selling cult classic, ready for a new generation of nibbleheads.Can it really be true that there's an ancient curse on the town of Lamonic Bibber? And you guessed it, that old roo-de-lally Mr Gum and his trusty sidekick Billy William the Third have something to do with it. But our favourite heroes Polly and Friday and the gingerbread biscuit Alan Taylor (only 15.24 cm tall) are determined to save the town (sigh of relief).Mr Gum andthePower Crystals is the fourth book in the internationally best-selling series by Andy Stanton, which has won everything from the Blue Peter Book Award (twice) to the Roald Dahl Funny Prize and the Red House Children's Book Award.Don''t miss Mr Gum''s other villainously brilliant adventuresYou''re a Bad Man, Mr Gum!Mr Gum and the Biscuit BillionaireMr Gum and the GoblinsMr Gum and the Power CrystalsMr Gum and the Dancing BTrade ReviewCompletely hilarious . . . kind of The League of Gentlemen for kids', Zoe Ball

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Book SynopsisJoin the fairies and their friends with this fabulous A-Z guide to the world of the bestselling and much-loved Rainbow Magic!No Rainbow Magic fan should be without this sparkling compendium of fairy fun. From A to Z, this book is jam-packed with magical facts and figures from the world of the fairies and their friends! It''s everything you need to be a true Rainbow Magic expert!Trade ReviewA sure-fire hit for girls - MumsenseRemains the number one series for girls aged five and over - BooksellerHugely popular with young girls - Sunday ExpressA lovely set of books for girls to collect - Parents in Touch

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Book SynopsisInspired by the works of Georgette Heyer and Jane Austen, Garth Nix's Newt's Emerald is a light hearted Regency romance with a fantasy twist. After Lady Truthful's magical Newington Emerald is stolen from her she devises a simple plan: go to London to recover the missing jewel.

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Book SynopsisIn the captivating sequel to The Darkening, Vesper and Dalca face their fiercest battle yet to save their besieged city from the Great King and his ominous army.''Will ensnare you from the first page'' Chloe Gong on The DarkeningVesper Vale sacrificed everything to save her city. But when she awakens after three years as a vessel of The Great Queen, she finds her home beset by sinister forces - and herself revered as a goddess. The Great King and his army of lightstruck - once regular citizens who are now controlled by an ominous light - have besieged the city. And as she fights to rescue them, a chasm is growing between her and Dalca, the prince she swore never to love. To save her city again, Vesper will have to face the power most outside her control - the goddess within.PRAISE FOR SUNYA MARA''A thrilling adventure'' Emily Thiede''Enchanting'' Ayana Gray''Thrillin

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Book SynopsisThey Both Die at the End meets You've Reached Sam, in this heart stopping new speculative YA from New York Times bestselling author Robbie Couch that explores all the different ways love can live on after tragedy, now in paperback.

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Book SynopsisThe fourth story in this big-hearted series takes on the most important case ever investigated in Detective Gordon’s forest—where is Buffy’s mother? Gordon faces his old nemesis, the fox, in an investigation that leads to the edges of the forest.Trade Review"A gentle, mothercentric mystery that couldn’t be less threatening and a fine addition to the series." -- Kirkus Reviews (US)"gentle adventures, droll humor and delicious cakes at every turn. -- Starred Review, Shelf Awareness (US)"This one is a gentle little gem made all the more so by Gitte Spee’s whimsical illustrations." -- Red Reading Hub

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Book SynopsisA sinking boatA girl in disguiseA disappearing seaWhen Fortune Sharpe carves a boat from a tree with her beloved brother, Gem, she's only having a bit of fun. But now is not the time for a girl to be drawing attention to herself. She is sent away to find work dressed as a boy. Luckily a rich manor house is hiring.Yet Berrow Hall's inhabitants harbour dangerous secrets of their own, the suspicious owner is hunting for witches, and the house itself is a little too close to the seaTrade Review'Emma Carroll is the Hilary Mantel of children's fiction, belting out the sort of elegant, informative historical novels that scoop up awards and feature on every school reading list. She is a natural storyteller who wears her research lightly, champions the boy or girl next door and keeps her plots moving at a breakneck pace. If your children have not read her, they have some catching up to do: this is her fifth historical novel in two years.' The Telegraph

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Book SynopsisThe Second book in the OFFICIAL Minecraft fiction series for readers age 7+Morgan, Ash and friends are back for another adventure.Woodsword Middle has been infested by bats, bringing chaos and disorder into Ms Minerva''s classroom.The friends continue to explore Doc Culpepper''s virtual reality world of Minecraft, venturing beyond the safety of their castle. When they arrive at a village which is terrorised by a hostile mob each night, they know they must help out. But will the kids work out how to stop the mob and save the villagers? And why is Ms Minerva''s classroom full of bats?

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Book SynopsisMy birthday's coming up so soon,I'll need new clothes to wear.But most of all, I need to know,How shall I style my hair?Will it be dreads or a twist out? Braids or a high-top fade? Joyous and vibrant, this captures perfectly the excitement of getting ready for a celebration, as well as showcasing a dazzling array of intricate hairstyles.This is a glorious debut from an exciting new partnership who both emerged from the FAB Prize for undiscovered BAME writers and illustrators.''Lively illustrations in warm, rich colours accompany the rhythmic text... A delightful debut collaboration'' BookTrust

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Book Synopsis*The Fifteenth Doctor meets a literary legend in the third of three brand-new novellas starring inspiring characters from history.*The best stories should never be unwrittenWhen a strange signal echoes through time to the heart of the TARDIS, the Doctor follows it to the home of Shirley Jackson.But the strangeness deepens when they find a sinister figure sowing chaos and discord with the use of a glowing box encouraging a crowd to murderous deeds.Catapulted back to Shirley Jackson's own era by the TARDIS, the Doctor (with the help of the time-struck author) must discover the origins of the box, and the terrible power that it wields . . .

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Book SynopsisDiscover what happened before . . .What did Osgood do the morning of the Day of the Doctor?What happened to Tegan before Arc of Infinity, and why does it involve strange sentient lights in the Australia outback?What was the Tenth Doctor doing in a hall of mirrors, right before Planet of the Dead?Answers to all these questions lie in an incredible collection of new Doctor Who short stories that give a glimpse into the moments just before we saw the Doctor step on screen.From Skaro to Apalapucia, from a shop front drained of colour to Rassilon's tomb, join a host of incredible adventures across the universe with Doctors, companions, friends and foes.

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Book Synopsis An empowerment-focused keepsake edition of one of the world’s best-loved picture books 40 years. 7 million copies. 1 kick-ass princess who has inspired generations of readers to stand up for themselves. How do you celebrate an occasion as special as 40 years in print for a book as beloved as The Paper Bag Princess? You track down some of the most poignant commentary about the story; you share behind-the-scenes insights from the author and his partner; and you present it all in a beautiful package that showcases the story like never before. To mark The Paper Bag Princess’s 40th anniversary, Annick has done just this, creating a gift-worthy deluxe hardcover featuring extra thick paper, a beautiful dust jacket, and a hidden second cover that reimagines the original cover imagery, plus commentary from renowned authors Francesca Segal (The Innocents) and Chelsea Clinton (She Persisted). Publishing in time for International Women’s Day in March, this gorgeous edition celebrates an enduring story that has had a profound effect on countless readers around the world. Trade Review“One of my children’s favourites was always Robert Munsch’s The Paper Bag Princess …. There is nothing more subversively empowering than reciting from memory those great last lines, when the enterprising Princess Elizabeth rescues the ghastly and feeble Prince Ronald from the dragon – and then dumps him: “‘You look like a nice guy, but guess what? You are a bum.’ And they didn’t get married after all.” There’s power for you, in a nutshell."I will always be grateful for Elizabeth's bravery, and for the way she shows us that dragons can be defeated, that we can rescue ourselves, and that we don't need to sacrifice our kindness or goodness to do so.""This is deeply satisfying to the children I read it to, and to me as an adult as well. She's clever, she's brave and she refuses to subordinate herself. The well placed use of the word "bum" adds a nice bit of levity to the ending.""If ever there were a book with the most perfect plot twist, this could be it . . . This princess tale is short and sweet and funny and empowers young girls to be true to themselves . . . a classic picture book that packs a real punch to the "princess" genre!""I will read [The Paper Bag Princess] to [my daughters] and I hope over time that they will learn Princess Elizabeth's lessons: Adventure and be fearless. Stand up to dragons. Defend yourself with all you have. Walk away from any man who treats you with disrespect. You, yourself, alone, are enough, and more than enough.""Best. Book. Ever."

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Book SynopsisPlan a wonderful, witchy party with The Room on the Broom Party Book, perfect for themed birthday and Halloween parties!Based on the bestselling picture book, Room on the Broom, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Room on the Broom Party Book is filled with lots of magical games and activities such as a witch's treasure hunt, broomstick games, magic bog slime and more! Also included are invitations and spooky decorations, recipes for tasty party food, and instructions for making your very own witch's cauldron piñata – plus the Room on the Broom Song, jokes and over 200 stickers.Table of ContentsChapter - 1: Guidelines for Grown-Ups Chapter - 2: Witch's Party Tips Section - 1: Invitations and Decorations Chapter - 3: Invite Your Friends Chapter - 4: Let's Party Paper Chains Chapter - 5: Glowing Wands Chapter - 6: Flying Broomstick Chapter - 7: Cauldron Magic Chapter - 8: Room on the Broom Bunting Chapter - 9: Spooky Silhouettes Section - 2: Party Food Chapter - 10: Witch's Brew Party Punch Chapter - 11: Boggy Jelly Chapter - 12: Twisty Cheese Wands Chapter - 13: Cauldron Rolls Chapter - 14: Ice Cream Potion Chapter - 15: Truly Magnificent Cupcakes Section - 3: Games and Activities Chapter - 16: Room on the Broom Song Chapter - 17: Witch's Treasure Hunt Chapter - 18: Cauldron Throw Chapter - 19: Brilliant Broomstick Games Chapter - 20: Super Spell Game Chapter - 21: Escape from the Dragon Section - 4: Make and Do Chapter - 22: A Very Tall Hat Chapter - 23: Magic Bog Slime Chapter - 24: Witch's Magic Spell Chapter - 25: Cauldron Piñata Chapter - 26: Party Checklist

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Book SynopsisFrom the award-winning Bethan Woollvin, creator of the iconic Little Red and Rapunzel comes Hansel and Gretel, a very funny twist on the classic fairy tale printed in vibrant pantone inks. 'A witty picture book for clever, fearless children' – The Sunday TimesNaughty little Hansel and Gretel ransack Willow the good witch's gingerbread cottage and play havoc with her spells, driving the poor witch to her wit's end with magical mischief and mayhem. They gobble all her yummy food, smash her potion bottles and even conjure the cat to the size of a house! Can Willow ever put a stop to the chaos?Bethan Woollvin has been shortlisted for both the Klaus Flugge Prize 2017 and the Little Rebels Award 2017, as well as winning an AOI Award 2017. Little Red, winner of the Macmillan Prize 2014, was named one of the ten New York Times Best Illustrated Books in 2016.Trade ReviewThis is a witty, sophisticated, revisionist picture book for clever, fearless children -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *A talent to watch * Daily Mail *One of my favourite new illustrators turns her keen eye to Hansel and Gretel in her latest stylish, deliciously disruptive fairytale revamp * The Bookseller *a deadpan, terse narrative voice [complements] her sharp illustrative style * Guardian - Top 50 New Writers *

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Book SynopsisSmart kitty. Mucky pup. Here comes trouble... As Jasper and Scruff prepare for a day in their new bookshop, a mysterious package is delivered, containing a rare book written by the great seafaring cat herself, Black Whiskers. Inside, they discover a treasure map, and together the friends set out on a quest to find the legendary golden bone. But little do they realize that their old enemies, the Sophisticats, might have a paw in things… A laugh-out-loud tale of friendship with colour illustrations, perfect for new readers moving on from picture books, and fans of CLAUDE, RABBIT AND BEAR, DIXIE O'DAY, SQUISHY MCFLUFF and COWBOY PUG. "Adorable illustrations, snappy dialogue and outrageous puns make it the cat’s pyjamas" – Guardian

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Book Synopsis'A perfect marriage of deep romance and gently observed social comedy . . . It is flawless. I cannot imagine this book not making your heart swoon and your day brighter' Jenny Colgan'Sophisticated, brilliantly plotted and gloriously funny' Amanda Craig, GuardianSpring 1938: as Hitler marches into Austria, Ruth Berger's family is forced to flee, but a devastating misunderstanding leaves her alone in Nazi-occupied Vienna. There is no hope of escape until a chance meeting with an old family friend, Quinton Somerville, offers her refuge through a marriage of convenience.On arrival in London, Ruth and Quin find that dissolving their marriage is not as simple as they had thought, nor is keeping it secret. As war approaches, how will Ruth start a new life if she is not able to break away from the past?The Morning Gift by award-winner Eva Ibbotson is a modern classic of unexpected love, independence and belonging durin

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Book SynopsisBrand new for 8- to 12-year-old murder-mystery readers in 2025, debut author Claire Hatcher-Smith's unique detective heroine Mizzy will steal your heart! Perfect for fans of Robin Stevens and Sharna Jackson.Funny, tautly plotted and twisty debut with a unique and delightful heroine GuardianA brilliant debut' The BooksellerTwelve-year-old Mizzy dreams of being a detective and she won''t let anything stand in her way not her reputation for tall tales, or her embarrassing fear of escalators, and definitely not her Down syndrome. Dumped for the summer with cousins who''ve outgrown her, Mizzy feels even more sidelined than usual. But when she discovers Great Aunt Jane''s diaries in a locked wardrobe in their spare room, and realises her aunt didn''t die in her sleep but under suspicious circumstances, everything changes. What''s more someone in the family appears to have been involved.Under the guise of a family-tree project for school, and armed with a brand new set of Pipsqueak markers, Mizzy grabs the chance to prove herself to her cousins and the world.Pacey and funny with a twisty plot and a fabulous heroine in Mizzy, A Skeleton in the Closet explores themes of being underestimated in a brilliant, relatable way. I couldn''t put it down! Phillipa Leathley, author of Inkbound: Meticulous Jones and the Skull TattooThis absorbing, accessible story makes for a perfect first' murder mystery packed with all the right ingredients like clues, red herrings, twists and turns, but nothing gruesome or gory. A total delight! BookTrustThis makes our Top 10 because of its page-turning murder mystery, endearing heroine and cast of English eccentrics. The Bookseller Children's Buyers Guide Spring 2025Twelve-year-old Mizzy is a great detective, and when she uncovers an unsolved murder in her own family, nothing will stand in the way of her discovering whodunnit: not unconvinced cousins, disapproving parents or her own Down syndrome. Mizzy the Marvellous is on the case in this funny, tautly plotted and twisty 9+ debut with a unique and delightful heroine Imogen Russell Williams, GuardianA wonderfully engaging and exciting book; fast-paced and full of fun, this story will appeal to children of a curious nature INIS Magazine

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Book SynopsisBambi, a Life in the Woods is a 1923 Austrian coming-of-age novel written by Felix Salten - now published as a beautiful hardback edition in the Everyman''s Library Children''s Classics series.The novel traces the life of Bambi, a male roe deer, from his birth through childhood, the loss of his mother, the finding of a mate, the lessons he learns from his father, and the experience he gains about the dangers posed by human hunters in the forest. It is also, in its most complete translation, seen as a parable of the dangers and persecution faced by Jews in Europe.

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Book SynopsisA dynamic reimagining of Osamu Tezuka's classic UNICO manga for anew generation of readers.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate 100 years of the Boxcar Children with this premium hardcover gift edition of a beloved classic.Perfect for gift giving, this special unjacketed hardcover edition of the Boxcar Children is the ideal start to a beloved series. It includes bonus content about the books and the life of Gertrude Chandler Warner, including author photos, personal correspondences, and archival historical content. This edition of the chapter book makes a wonderful keepsake for classroom and family-read alouds and fans of all ages.The Alden children were searching for a home ? and found a life of adventure! Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are brothers and sisters. They''re orphans too, and the only way they can stay together is to make it on their own. In this first book in the Boxcar Children series, the Alden children find an abandoned boxcar in the woods, and decide to call it home! This illustrated chapter book series is full of wholesome excitement, danger, and mystery.

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Book SynopsisGear up for the ultimate annual video game guide! Level Up 2025 isbrimming with tips and tricks on the year's hottest games!All games featured in Level Up 2024 are rated T for Teen or younger- perfect for young gamers.

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Book SynopsisA new adventure from the award-winning author of Wolfstongue and The Fox's Tower

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Book SynopsisWhen adventure calls the Time Travellers answer!Suhana can't wait for the school holidays she's been invited to join Mia and Ayaan on a trip to Edinburgh! But it soon becomes a trip to 1799 India when the friends find themselves spinning back in time. As they're trying to work out what their mission is, they meet Imran a boy who works for the Sultan of Mysore and is preparing to join him in battle. With Imran's help, the children explore the impressive fort and the palaces, and discover that the Sultan is going to be betrayed Will they be able to save the Sultan and his family?Join our time travellers as they visit amazing places across the world and throughout history, meeting historical legends and learning more about themselves.

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Book Synopsis''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.'' The i newspaper on The Silver HandFrom the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a hilarious collection of Greek tales based on thrilling true stories four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+.The Lion's Slave The great inventor Archimedes has just one problem his clumsy servant, Lydia. But when the Romans besiege Syracuse, and the Greeks turn to Archimedes for help, it is she who comes up with the answersThe Tortoise and the Dare Elena''s freedom is at stake. She needs all her cunning to make sure her brother wins a race in the Olympic stadium. But will he?The Boy Who Cried Horse When a stranger announces that the Greeks have departed Troy, leaving a special gift of a wooden horse, young Acheron is suspicious. He races to tell Prince Paris about the Greek plot, but will anyone at the palace believe him?The Town Mouse and the Spartan House Darius has been orphaned by the plague in Athens and joins the Spartan army. Then his uncle, the commander, falls sick. Can Darius find a cure?Terry Deary's Terrible True Tales: Greeks explores the world of ancient Greece through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Packed with fun illustrations by Helen Flook, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable ancient Greek settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

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Book SynopsisThis gorgeously designed retelling of The Nutcracker will make the perfect Christmas present for ballet fans everywhere! In snow white covered St. Petersburg, young dancer Stana’s dreams have finally come true – she has been chosen to play the lead role in Tchaikovsky’s new ballet, The Nutcracker. But with all eyes looking at her, can Stana overcome her nerves and dance like she’s never danced before?   From the author of the bestselling The Sinclair Mysteries, Katherine Woodfine, and Waterstone’s Book Prize winner, Lizzy Stewart, this sumptuous and magical retelling of The Nutcracker will transport you on a journey fay beyond the page. Praise for Katherine Woodfine's The Sinclair's Mysteries series: ‘A wonderful book, with a glorious heroine and a true spirit of adventure&rsq

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Book SynopsisJoin the Gruffalo's Child on a snowy adventure through the deep dark wood with this fun sticker book, packed full of activities, games and over 400 stickers!The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo shouldEver set foot in the deep dark wood.But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo's child disobeys her father's warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn't really exist . . . does he?Join in the adventure with sticker scenes, spot the difference, sticker jigsaws and more in this fun-packed sticker activity book. Based on the bestselling classic picture book, The Gruffalo's Child, from the unparalleled picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Gruffalo's Child Sticker Book is perfect for rainy days, holidays and journeys, or a great gift for birthdays or Christmas!

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Book SynopsisA brilliantly funny robot adventure from award-winning author and illustrator Chris Riddell, creator of Once Upon a Wild Wood.Wendel is a very clever mouse – but not a very tidy one. If his inventions go wrong, Wendel just throws them away and starts again. So when Clunk, his robot assistant, fills the sock drawer with cups and saucers and makes tea in a Wellington boot, Wendel throws him on the scrapheap and makes himself a new assistant: the Wendelbot. But he gets more than he bargained for, and soon Wendel finds himself on the scrapheap! Can he win back his workshop from the mighty Wendelbot? Let the robot battle commence!With Chris Riddell's characteristic verve and brilliance, Wendel and the Robots is a wonderfully funny, action-packed story full of surprises and extraordinary inventions, and with a subtle environmental message.Trade ReviewChris Riddell’s illustrations capture the mayhem in exuberant detail, down to every last rivet. * Financial Times *One of the smartest children’s authors around. * Observer *

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Book SynopsisA boy. A drone. And the danger below ... ' ... a gripping adventure, with all the right ingredients. Local bullies, sinister villains, high-speed chases, terrorism plans, explosive weaponry, missing evidence and dramatic escapes.' BOOKTRUST 'Filled with mystery, adventure and plenty of action, this book has lots of twists and turns and I didn't know what was going to happen next.' BIG ISSUE NORTH Ever since the accident, Tom's struggled with his mobility. But he has a secret escape: Skylark, his drone - through this technology, he can fly above his Lake District home, exploring his world from a totally different perspective. But when he stumbles upon a terrorist plot, he knows no one will believe him. Maggie and Joel, a sister and brother on holiday in his aunts cottage, are the only ones who can help ... but can they stop the plot in time? Shortlisted for the Times/Chicken House Childrens Fiction Competition 2017. A confident and exciting debut novel about friendship, bravery, terrorism and technology. Swallows and Amazons for a thoroughly modern readership.

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