Children & Teen Fiction Books
HarperCollins Publishers DEATHS SHADOW Book 7 The Demonata
Book SynopsisFresh hell from the Demonata you can't cheat deathThe seventh terrifying instalment in the heart-stopping Demonata series.The apocalypse came and the world burned. But it wasn''t the end, and out of the destruction, new life has emerged. Bec is back to face the Demonata. After centuries of imprisonment, she''s more powerful than ever, but the demons no longer stand alone.Something else has crawled out of the darkness with her. Lord Loss is no longer humanity''s greatest threatTrade ReviewPraise for the Demonata Series: “Utterly unputdownable” – The Times “The master of children’s horror at his blood-curdling best.” – Publishing News “As grossly entertaining as ever, Grubbs’s cynical teenaged voice carries the story along like a bat out of hell.” – The Times
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HarperCollins Publishers Victory and the AllStars Academy
Book SynopsisThe eighth gripping adventure in this exciting pony-club series. With international riding competitions to win, rivals to defeat, mysteries to solve and ponies in danger to save these books are perfect for all girls who love ponies.Issie has won a place in the National Junior Team and is selected to compete in the Young Rider Express Eventing Challenge in Australia! She's got the perfect horse, Victory, so this should be her chance to shine even if her new instructor is hard to impress.But Issie's faced with a nightmare room-mate and a secret in the stables that's proving hard to keepTrade ReviewPraise for ‘The Princess and the Foal’:‘The perfect gift for girls with big dreams’ The Bookseller ‘Great new book – 10/10’ Newmarket Journal ‘Younger readers will delight in this heartwarming tale’ Horse
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HarperCollins Publishers LOVE AND KISSES
Book SynopsisA fun and feisty new novel from master storyteller Jean Ure with a gorgeous new cover look to appeal to all girls who love real-life stories.Thirteen-year-old Tamsin has never had a boyfriend, and she''s starting to feel left behind. Even her ten-year-old sister has a boyfriend, so surely it must be her turn soon! When Tamsin meets Alex, she just can''t stop thinking about him, and she's thrilled when he asks her out on a date. But he's sixteen and has already left school. Before she knows it, Tamsin is lying about her age and going behind her parents back but for how long can she keep up the pretence?A charming story about the innocence of first love and learning to do the right thing.Trade Review"Jean Ure’s books are funny, funky, feisty – and fantastic reads!" Jacqueline Wilson Praise for Hunky Dory "More infectious humour from Jean Ure."Waterstone's Books Quarterly Praise for Gone Missing "Fans of Jean Ure and new readers alike will love this fast-paced, action driven new novel." INIS "Heartwarming stuff." CY Magazine ‘Jean Ure does that girl thing like no one else.’ Graham Marks, Publishing News Praise for Passion Flower:‘A funny and realistic read – we loved it.’ Mizz Praise for Pumpkin Pie:‘The heroine I've been waiting for.' Times Praise for Shrinking Violet:‘Grown-ups love Bridget Jones’ Diary, but youngsters will adore Violet Alexander’s.’ Liverpool Echo ‘Excellent for any nine-up and will almost certainly lead to an addiction to Ure.’ Observer Praise for Becky Bananas:‘The writing transcends any trace of heaviness.’Guardian Praise for Fruit and Nutcase:‘Jean Ure never puts a foot wrong.’ Daily Telegraph Praise for The Secret Life of Sally Tomato:‘Rhymes, sauciness, letters, irony, comedy, comic characters… a proper little turn-on for boys. A must-buy book.’ Books for Keeps
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Double Life of Cassiel Roadnight
Book SynopsisTwo boys. One identity. He can change his life if he says yesAn explosive new mystery from the award-winning author Jenny Valentine, The Double Life of Cassiel Roadnight is the story of a boy who assumes the identity of a missing teenager and in-so-doing unearths a series of shattering family secrets and the truth about who he really is.With all the classic hallmarks of a Jenny novel a fantastically strong, sensitive and memorable first person narration; themes of loss and betrayal, family secrets and personal identity; truly quality writing that is ''literary'' but never inaccessbile or pretentious, this is the thrilling new novel from the author of Finding Violet Park.Trade ReviewPraise for Jenny Valentine: ‘Valentine has the essential storyteller's gift of making you want to read on – and to know more even after the book is finished.’ Guardian ‘The award-winning Valentine has a keen eye for the idiosyncrasies of young children, and the rhythms of family life.’ The Bookseller ‘[Valentine] has a wonderful ability to take readers right into the hearts and souls of her central characters, and reading her is always a truly vicarious experience.’ The Bookbag Praise for The Double Life of Cassiel Roadnight: “Trust and treachery blend into a suspenseful, satisfying story about the choices that we make.” The Times ‘I had high hopes of this one [and] I wasn't disappointed. As a thriller, it works wonderfully well.’ The Bookbag "A contemporary thriller so brilliantly written that for two hours I almost forgot to breathe." Amanda Craig, The Times ‘A compulsive thriller.’ Guardian "An enthralling variation of the 'Who am I' theme." Irish Times
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HarperCollins Publishers Delphie and the Masked Ball
Book SynopsisPrima Ballerina Darcey Bussell takes you on a captivating journey to a faraway land of ballet and magic, the wonderful world of Enchantia! The third of sparkly new series for all young girls who dream of being a ballerina, or simply love to dance!Trade Review“Don’t be surprised if your child asks for a magical pair of red ballet shoes.” Telegraph Magazine “Delightful.” You Magazine (Mail on Sunday) “A delight for any young reader who sees herself as a budding ballerina.” MumKnowsBest.co.uk
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HarperCollins Publishers Delphie and the Birthday Show
Book SynopsisDelphie''s magic red shoes are suddenly feeling too tight, and she really doesn''t want to give them up! But before she has time to worry, her friends in Enchantia need her help. King Rat is trying to spoil the Queen''s birthday show; can Delphie help undo his mischief?Trade Review“Don’t be surprised if your child asks for a magical pair of red ballet shoes.” Telegraph Magazine “Delightful.” You Magazine (Mail on Sunday) “A delight for any young reader who sees herself as a budding ballerina.” MumKnowsBest.co.uk
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HarperCollins Publishers Paddington at the Carnival
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HarperCollins Publishers Nightmare Two Ghostly Tales Band 17Diamond
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelTwo spooky stories from double-Carnegie-winner, Berlie Doherty. Dark and atmospheric these two tales send a chill down the spine. A desolate winter moor is the backdrop to the first story of a haunting friendship, and, in the second, when the past comes back to haunt Charlie, it becomes impossible to tell what is real and what isn''t.Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view.Text type: Two stories by a significant author.A feelings bar chart on pages 54-55 show the rise and fall in the narrators emotions during the first story, Nightmare.Curriculum links: Citizenship: Living in a diverse world.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£10.69
HarperCollins Publishers Double Danger
Book SynopsisExciting new magical adventure series for girls will you answer the call of Silver Dolphins?Antonia is a secret Silver Dolphin she''s responsible for helping the creatures of the bay when their environment is threatened, by responding to the call of her magic necklace.It''s the start of the summer holidays and Jessica, Antonia''s sister, is becoming increasingly obsessed about ''catching up'' with her big sister. She covets Antonia''s necklace and cannot resist the temptation of borrowing it'' Antonia is distraught when she thinks it''s lost for ever: how will she hear the distress call of her dolphins without it? But they are not the only ones in need of her help
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HarperCollins Publishers The Indian in the Cupboard
Book SynopsisThe Indian in the Cupboard is the first of five gripping books about Omri and his plastic North American Indian - Little Bull - who comes alive when Omri puts him in a cupboard. For Omri, it is a dream come true when the plastic American Indian he locks into the old cupboard comes to life. Little Bull is everything an Indian brave should be - proud, fearless and defiant. But being in charge of a real, live, human being is a heavy responsibility, as Omri soon discovers. And when his best friend, Patrick, is let in on the secret, he soon realises that life-changing decisions lie ahead.
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers One Night in the Zoo The classic illustrated
Book SynopsisA wonderful counting book from Judith Kerr, the best-selling author of the Mog series and The Tiger Who Came to TeaOne moonlit, magical night in the zooAn elephant jumped in the air and flew.But nobody knew.It''s only once all the visitors have gone home that the real fun starts in the Zoo! Learn to count in a fun and wonderfully imaginative way as you follow all the animals through the night in this gorgeous picture book, and find out what mischief they get into.Trade ReviewPraise for One Night in the Zoo: “Lovely… uses soothing, pastel illustrations and exotic animals to make basic counting seem unintimidating.” Daily Telegraph Praise for Twinkles, Arthur and Puss’:‘A very engaging take on feline behaviour’ The Bookseller Praise for ‘The Tiger Who Came To Tea’:‘Near perfection of form is embellished by clear, expressive illustrations. The pace is exactly right, the resolution totally satisfying.’ Dorothy Butler, Babies Need Books. ‘A modern classic.’ The Independent. ‘This book has enduring charm and young children will delight in the preposterous notion of a tiger creating mayhem in the house.’ Junior Magazine “Lovely… uses soothing, pastel illustrations and exotic animals to make basic counting seem unintimidating.” Daily Telegraph “An inspired counting book'” The Times "Kerr's soft illustrations provide plenty of details to spot, while the parade of animals teaches counting skills."Junior magazine “Judith Kerr: If Carlsberg made grannies…” Headline for feature in The Independent Praise for ‘Mog the Forgetful Cat’: ‘Grandparents are likely to get as much fun out of seeing it again as the new generation of fans just learning to read!’ Choice Magazine Praise for ‘Goodbye Mog’: ‘Kerr’s warmth, humour and honesty make this an engaging introduction to a difficult topic.’ Financial Times ‘Believable, amusing and moving.’ Nursery World ‘A supremely sensitive story.’ The Times
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HarperCollins Publishers My Family Tree
Book SynopsisWho''s in your family? Use this family tree to learn all about one family, how many brothers and sisters there are and what the grandparents look like, and discover how families are connected. Beautiful illustrations accompany this non-fiction report, providing lots of discussion opportunities.Pink A/Band 1A books offer emergent readers very simple text supported by illustrations.Text type: A simple non-fiction report.A diagram of the family tree on pages 14-15 help children recap what they have read and provide a wealth of speaking and listening opportunities.Curriculum links: Personal, Social and Emotional Development
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HarperCollins Publishers Feather Boy Essential Modern Classics
Book SynopsisEssential Modern Classics are relaunched in gorgeous new covers bringing these timeless story to a new generation.Robert is a boy who can do anything or so old Edith Sorrel at the nursing home tells him. Robert doesn't think so, knowing as he does that he is the school geek.But something compels him to do what Edith asks to visit old Chance House, where a boy once fell to his death from the top floor flat, to confront his fears and find some answers.Niker the bully thinks this is a great laugh. He challenges Robert to spend the night at Chance House with him but there the balance of power changes, and it is Robert who proves to be the stronger.Niker feels threatened by the change and when he finds out Robert's secret obsession, to make the dying Edith Sorrel a coat of feathers like in the old legend of the Firebird, he knows just how to wrest his old power back. But just how important is the coat of feathers? Could it really save Edith's life?Trade Review“…a brilliant debut novel that really does merit the category title of Book You Cannot Put Down.”Ian Hislop, Blue Peter Awards Judge “Each copy should come with a torch for a spellbinding midnight conclusion.”Telegraph “Inventive, original and full of surprises, it’s the sort of dazzling debut novel that most publishers would fall over themselves to snap up…”T2 “Feather Boy is the most intelligent book for youngsters I’ve read for a very long time. Every 12-year-old will see a bit of themselves in Robert and won’t be able to put this book down until Feather Boy’s emotional, thought-provoking climax. Fabulous.”Funday Times “This first children’s book is a winner.”Publishing News
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HarperCollins Publishers The Auditions
Book SynopsisCompetition is fierce at the All-Stars Academy in the USA can the new girl, Georgie, outshine her rivals?A brand new pony adventure series from the author of the bestselling pony series, Pony Club Secrets.Perfect for fans of Esme Higgs's Starlight Stables books, Olivia Tuffin, Pippa Funnell and Amanda Willis.The Blainford All-Stars' Academy is the most elite horse riding school ever and it's auditions time for next year's new students!The hopefuls must battle for a place against the most talented riders from around the world. Friendships are quickly made, but with rivalries hotting up inside AND outside the arena, who will stay focused and outshine the competition?With all the glitz and glamour of international eventing and the daily dramas of high school life, Pony Club Rivals' is a sure-fire hit!
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HarperCollins Publishers Riding Star
Book SynopsisThere's more backstabbing and drama as loyalties are tested to the limit in the third episode of the high life at elite riding school, Blainford Academy. Georgie tests her skills on the polo field in the latest from the author of the bestselling pony series Pony Club Secrets.
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HarperCollins Publishers Take Your Last Breath Book 2 Ruby Redfort
Book SynopsisHey, buster! Normal life is a total yawn. So break out of boredom with multi-million-copy bestselling author Lauren Child, and meet your new favourite heroine Ruby Redfort: detective, secret agent, thirteen-year-old kid.Everyone's favourite kid detective is back for a second mind-blowing instalment, packed with all the off-the-wall humour, action and friendship of the first book. This time, though, it's an adventure on the wide open ocean, and Ruby is all at seaCan she crack the case of the Twinford pirates while evading the clutches of a vile sea monster as well as the evil Count von Viscount?Well, you wouldn't want to bet against herTrade ReviewPraise for Lauren Child: ‘Lauren Child is a publishing phenomenon’ – Observer Magazine ‘Lauren Child is so good it’s exhilarating’ – The Independent Praise for the Ruby Redfort series: ‘The coolest girl hero in years … Child refuses to write down to her tween and teen audience and challenges readers with more twists than a curling tongs party’ The Times ‘Redfort is one of the best things to happen to ten-plus British fiction’ The Times ‘The new Ruby Redfort book is utterly exceptionordinarily brilliant’ – Clarice Bean ‘Lauren Child has put imagination and fun back into the real worlds of childhood’ – Julia Eccleshare, Guardian ‘Cool, punchy, stylish’ – Sun ‘A cracking adventure’ – Mail ‘What more could adventure-loving girls want?’ – The Sunday Times
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HarperCollins Publishers Blink and You Die
Book SynopsisSay goodbye to Ruby Redfort: every smart kid's smart kid. The mind-blowing conclusion to the thrilling series by award-winning author Lauren Child.Ruby Redfort: undercover agent, code-cracker and thirteen-year-old genius you can count on her when the ice starts to crack.All good things come to an end Ruby Redfort is running scared, a whole bunch of people want her dead and worst of all one of them is on her team. But just who is this agent of doom?You can run, Ruby, but you can't hideTrade Review‘Full of sprint-paced adventure, with tear-pricking farewells and a satisfying tying-up of ends’ Guardian Praise for Lauren Child: ‘Lauren Child is a publishing phenomenon’ – Observer Magazine ‘Lauren Child is so good it’s exhilarating’ – The Independent Praise for the Ruby Redfort series: ‘The coolest girl hero in years … Child refuses to write down to her tween and teen audience and challenges readers with more twists than a curling tongs party’ The Times ‘Redfort is one of the best things to happen to ten-plus British fiction’ The Times ‘The new Ruby Redfort book is utterly exceptionordinarily brilliant’ – Clarice Bean ‘Lauren Child has put imagination and fun back into the real worlds of childhood’ – Julia Eccleshare, Guardian ‘Cool, punchy, stylish’ – Sun ‘A cracking adventure’ – Mail ‘What more could adventure-loving girls want?’ – The Sunday Times
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HarperCollins Publishers The Three Princes
Book SynopsisThe Three Princes are all desperate to win the love of Princess Halima, and a challenge is set by her father to find the most beautiful, magical gift they can find. But when disaster strikes, will they be magical enough? Full of rich, bold illustrations, this traditional Arabian tale is humorously retold by double-Carnegie-winner Berlie Doherty.
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HarperCollins Publishers ALICE IN WONDERLAND
Book SynopsisStep into the magical world of Wonderland in this gloriously illustrated picture book retelling of Lewis Carroll's enduring classic, from the highly-regarded, prize-winning illustrator of Blue Kangaroo and Melrose and Croc.When Alice follows a white rabbit down a hole she discovers the extraordinary world of Wonderland, where a magical adventure begins. It's not long before Alice finds herself attending a very unconventional tea party and taking part in a peculiar game of croquet, all in the company of such mysterious and unforgettable characters as the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat and the Mock Turtle.Lewis Carroll's classic story is brought alive for a new generation of readers in this exquisite picture book.Trade Review“Emma Chichester Clark’s intelligent update of Alice in Wonderland makes it more accessible and less frightening than Lewis Carroll’s original, complete with John Tenniel’s dark, prickly Victorian pictures. Girls of 5+ should enjoy it.” Amanda Craig, The Times Praise for ‘Melrose and Croc’:'Full of bright detail, this is a picture book young readers could well dream about as being the next best thing to entering its pages.' The Independent 'Two irresistible new characters from the creator of the popular Blue Kangaroo series.' Winter edition, Primary Times 'A heart-warming tale of how friendships begin… This book is a wonderful tactile experience, from the shimmery glittery cover… to the gentle watercolours inside, which are printed on the creamiest of papers.' The Irish Times 'It delights children but adults will appreciate the period evocation of the festive-season cities and the off-season seaside.' The Sunday Times 'Incredibly touching story.' Primary Times 'Gorgeous Christmassy story about friendship.' Angels and Urchins 'You don't have to get too sentimental to find something special…The light in the illustrations makes this book all the more magical.' Junior 'A beautifully illustrated and heart-warming tale.' Family Interest Magazine 'This author/illustrator goes from strength to strength… Mouth-watering illustrations, ideal text, two mightily engaging characters – altogether the star on top of the tree.' Carousel Praise for I Love You, Blue Kangaroo:‘Presented in clear, bright colours, this is a charming tale about affection and sharing…’ School Librarian ‘I love you… would melt the stoniest heart. Blue Kangaroo is ousted from his place… by a procession of new toys. A tender and touching story for three to six year olds.’ Sunday Telegraph ‘Could become a classic.’ Books for Keeps ‘Irresistible…brimming with ‘Aaah factor’.’ The Bookseller ‘Blue Kangaroo is a winner.’ T. E. S
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HarperCollins Publishers Rapunzel
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£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Frog Prince
Book SynopsisWhen the princess accidentally drops her ball in the pond she doesn't expect a frog to bring it back to her, and certainly doesn't expect the frog to follow her home! But is the frog really all he seems? This wordless version of the traditional tale is stunningly illustrated by author and illustrator Chris Fisher.Lilac/Band 0 books are wordless books that tell a story through pictures and are designed to develop understanding about how stories work.Text type: A wordless traditional storyThe storyboard on pp.14-15 shows the frog's transformation into a prince, allowing children to re-cap and retell the story.Curriculum links: Citizenship: Living in a Diverse World
£7.66
HarperCollins Publishers Yum
Book SynopsisOne snail, two beetles, three worms, four spiders and five flies - the frog eats them all, with hilarious consequences. But who will be next on the menu? This humorous story is brilliantly illustrated by Sandra Aguilar.
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HarperCollins Publishers The Lonely Penguin
Book SynopsisPenguin is lonely - he can't find his friends. Follow him on his journey across Antarctica as he searches for them in this lovely story, written and illustrated by award-winning illustrated Petr Horacek.
£8.36
HarperCollins Publishers EARWIG AND THE WITCH
Book SynopsisEveryone knows that orphanages are horrible places. But Earwig has a surprising amount of power over everyone else at St Morwald''s Home for Children, and loves it there. So the last thing she wants is to be sent to live with the very strange Bella YagaEarwig was left at St Morwald''s as a baby. Unlike the other children, she loves it there, mostly because she has the run of the place and seems to be able to persuade people to do as she wants. Then one day Earwig is chosen to live with a very strange couple: Bella Yaga, her new ''mother'', is actually a horrible witch. Earwig will need all her ingenuity (and some help from a talking cat) to surviveWith terrific line drawings that perfectly complement Diana''s witty, magical story, this is sure to appeal to a new generation of fans.Trade Review“…a delightful sampler of her originality and imagination, with small unexpected touches.” Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times Culture, Children’s Book of the Week “There's a nice helping of magic and some brisk upbeat sentiment in this crisply written story… How the feisty Earwig outwits the pair with her own special skills and the help of Bella Yaga's cat Thomas is deliciously entertaining.” Julia Eccleshare, The Guardian Praise for ENCHANTED GLASS: ‘Blissful’Guardian ‘Wynne Jones is superb, mixing the comical with the magical’The Times
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HarperCollins Publishers STARLIGHT
Book SynopsisIn the exciting second Warriors story arc, the wild cats of the forest have lived in peace and harmony for many moonsbut new prophecies from their warrior ancestors speak of a mysterious destiny and grave danger for the clans. The fourth of six titles in this thrilling feline fantasy adventure.Before there is peace, blood will spill blood, and the lake will run redThe gripping adventure that began with a small housecat in Into the Wild continues with Book Four of the thrilling Warriors spin-off series The New Prophecy. These cats'' devoted fans have catapulted them onto national bestseller lists, and the support for the series grows stronger with every book.Now the warrior Clans have finally reached their new home, but their troubles are far from over. Don''t miss the next adventure of Brambleclaw, Firestar, and ThunderClan in Starlight, featuring new maps of the Clans'' unfamiliar territory at the front.Trade ReviewPraise for Warriors: "Brilliantly written by someone who knows what children like to read. Inspired." The Gateway "Another fabulous book in the excellent series… plenty of twists and turns. Any 9 to13 year old should have these books!" Kidaround “Certain to please any young reader who has ever wondered what dreams of grandeur may haunt the family cat.” Publishers Weekly “Warriors: Into The Wild is the best book I've read in ages. It's really exciting… Even better than Brian Jaques’ Redwall. I can't wait for the next one!” John Wood (age 12) “Characters remain true to their feline natures, adding to the plausibility of events in this tension-filled story. Readers will be happy to learn that another episode is in the works.” Booklist “Another dynamic episode sure to please series fans.” Booklist
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HarperCollins Publishers Twilight Warriors The New Prophecy Return to the
Book SynopsisIn the exciting second Warriors story arc, the wild cats of the forest have lived in peace and harmony for many moonsbut new prophecies from their warrior ancestors speak of a mysterious destiny and grave danger for the clans. The penultimate title in this thrilling feline fantasy adventure.Before there is peace, blood will spill bloodNew territory brings new troubles for the fierce cats of the warrior Clans, who are still uncovering the secrets of their new home around the lake. Dangers they have never faced before are lurking in the twilight shadows, and former allies are acting strangely hostile.As divisions between the Clans grow deeper, Firestar''s daughters face troubling decisions. One is torn between loyalty to her calling and a forbidden love, while the other struggles with her best friend''s betrayal and the surprising perils of the forest. The choices they make now could affect ThunderClan for generations to come . . . and with an unexpected enemy preparing to attack, their Trade ReviewPraise for Warriors: "Brilliantly written by someone who knows what children like to read. Inspired." The Gateway "Another fabulous book in the excellent series… plenty of twists and turns. Any 9 to13 year old should have these books!" Kidaround “Certain to please any young reader who has ever wondered what dreams of grandeur may haunt the family cat.” Publishers Weekly “Warriors: Into The Wild is the best book I've read in ages. It's really exciting… Even better than Brian Jaques’ Redwall. I can't wait for the next one!” John Wood (age 12) “Characters remain true to their feline natures, adding to the plausibility of events in this tension-filled story. Readers will be happy to learn that another episode is in the works.” Booklist “Another dynamic episode sure to please series fans.” Booklist
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HarperCollins Publishers The New Jumper
Book SynopsisIntroducing the Hueys a fabulously quirky group of characters in a hilarious new series from internationally bestselling, award-winning author/illustrator, Oliver Jeffers, creator of How to Catch a Star and Lost and Found.The thing about the Hueys is that they are all the same. They all look the same, think the same and do the same things. Until one day, Rupert knits himself a new jumperHow will the other Hueys react?A hilarious story about individuality.Trade ReviewPraise for The Incredible Book Eating Boy:‘Mouth-wateringly irresistible’ The Guardian ‘This is a book that children will devour’ The Observer Praise for Lost and Found:‘A heart-warming story’ The Guardian Praise for How to Catch a Star:‘The best recent picture book by light years, is stylishly spellbinding.’ Telegraph Praise for The Heart and the Bottle:‘Profoundly moving’ The Irish Times
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HarperCollins Publishers Goats Coat
Book SynopsisGoat loves her red coat and Fox loves his spotty socks - but he wants Goat's coat too, and sets out to steal it from her. Will Goat and Fox ever be able to find a compromise to keep them both happy? This fun story is written and illustrated by Laura Hambleton.
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HarperCollins Publishers Catching the Moon
Book SynopsisPrince Hal is upset he wants the moon. So the King and Queen send their servants, Grim and Crumb, out to catch the moon for him, with hilarious consequences. This charming story by award-winning author Mal Peat and Elspeth Graham is illustrated by Xiao Xin.This book is a Band 04/Blue book in the Collins Big Cat reading programme which offers longer, repeated patterns with sequential events and integrated literary and natural language. This is a simple story with a familiar setting and children can recap the main stages of the story on pages 14 and 15, providing lots of speaking and listening opportunities. This book supports learning around knowledge and understanding the world. This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader. For more guided reading books in this Collins Big Cat band, try What's Underground? (9780007185863) written by Gill Munton and illustrated by Peter Bull.
£8.36
HarperCollins Publishers Wild Cat
Book SynopsisCatrin lives in Wales, and prefers drawing animals to spending time with friends. One night, she hears an eerie howl from the nearby mountain - a wild cat. Can she confront her shyness and go in search of this rare animal? This sensitive story by award-winning author Berlie Doherty shows that courage and friendship can come from unexpected places.
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HarperCollins Publishers Animals in War
Book SynopsisFrom pigeons and elephants to parachuting dogs millions of animals helped in both world wars. This non-fiction book, with fascinating photographs from the archives of the Imperial War Museum, focuses on the animals that were involved and their bravery in the face of battle.Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love readingDual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability levelEvery book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gapThe books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readersDesigned to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographsEvery book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisati
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HarperCollins Publishers Amazing Escapes
Book SynopsisRead the miraculous survival stories from across the world of lucky people who escaped dangerous situations, such as being bitten by a shark or trapped in an avalanche. This inspirational book by John Foster is accompanied by real-life photos and illustrations.Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love readingDual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability levelEvery book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gapThe books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readersDesigned to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographsEvery book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisationTopics are r
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HarperCollins Publishers More Meerkat Madness
Book SynopsisThe meerkats are back in the hilarious Awesome Animals series - awesome adventures with the wildest wildlife.Trade ReviewPraise for Meerkat Madness:"A humorous and fast paced animal adventure with black and white illustrations which will make you giggle even more." Liverpool Echo "Get ready for a fresh set of escapades with Ian Whybrow's Meerkat Madness. Humorous and fast paced, this book is for anyone who loves a good tale about action-packed animals." Aldershot News and Mail
£8.65
HarperCollins Publishers Penguin Pandemonium Awesome Animals
Book SynopsisAn unforgettably funny, animal adventure story about a little bird with big dreams from award-winning author Jeanne Willis. One of the fantastic titles in the brand new Awesome Animals series - the funniest fiction, starring the wildest wildlife, from prize winning authors.Rory the rockhopper penguin loves showing off, but with few visitors to the zoo, life has become a little dull. If things don't improve the zoo might have to close.So when the keepers install PENGUINCAM Rory grabs his chance with both flippers, organising a dazzling penguin talent show to pull in the crowdsTrade ReviewPraise for Penguin Pandemonium:“This book is witty and wonderful.” – The Liverpool Echo Praise for the Awesome Animals series:“Charming. Funny and exciting.” – The Daily Telegraph “Very funny, action-packed animal adventure.” – The Bookseller
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Awful Auntie
Book SynopsisFrom number one bestselling author David Walliams comes another heartfelt but hilarious hoot of an adventureTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS:“A pleasure to read. A beguilingly funny, original and thought-provoking tale… hilarious” Amanda Craig, The Times “I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics.” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole, Guardian "A triumphant mix of wit and warmth" – Telegraph Books of the Year "Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" – Sun
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers A Dog Called Homeless
Book SynopsisMy name is Cally Louise Fisher and I haven''t spoken for thirty-one days. Talking doesn't always make things happen, however much you want them to.Cally Fisher saw her mum bright and real and alive. But no one believes her, so Cally's stopped talking.A mysterious wolfhound always seems to be there when her mum appears and now he's started following her everywhere. But how can Cally convince anyone that Mum is still with them, or persuade Dad that the huge silver-grey dog is their last link with her?An outstandingly assured debut novel from a sparkling new talent. Includes beautiful inside artwork from hugely talented illustrator, Gary Blythe.Trade Review“Heartbreakingly beautiful… I loved it.” Cathy Cassidy “An exceptional debut… richly characterised” The Sunday Times “Genuinely moving and beautifully written." The Bookseller “A DOG CALLED HOMELESS is a tender story of heartache and hope, doubt and courage, silence and song. Sarah Lean's graceful, miraculous writing will have you weeping one moment and rejoicing the next. A luminous debut.” Katherine Applegate, author of ‘The One and Only Ivan’
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Little Wolfs Book of Badness
Book SynopsisA new edition of the first novel about much-loved character Little Wolf from the author of the MEERKAT MADNESS books and HARRY AND THE BUCKETFUL OF DINOSAURS.All Little Wolf wants to do is stay at home with Mum and Dad and Baby brother Smellybreff. Instead he's packed off to Cunning College to learn the 9 Rules of Badess and earn his Gold BAD Badge from his wicked Uncle Bigbad. He sets off on his journey, sending letters home as he adventures in the big wide world.A hilarious adventure from the author of MEERKAT MADNESS
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Harry the Clever Spider on Holiday
Book SynopsisWhen Clare and her family go on holiday, she is not allowed to take her pet spider Harry with her so when he sneaks away with her Clare is told off. But when her mum's suitcase goes missing, who can save the day?Purple/Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.Text type: A story with a familiar settingPosters on pages 22 and 23 advertise Harry''s services for finding lost items and remind the readers of Harry''s talents.Curriculum links: Citizenship: People who help us; Animals and us.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£9.53
HarperCollins Publishers If
Book SynopsisUsing the influence of Rudyard Kipling's Poem If, award-winning author Mij Kelly explores the challenges of living in a world filled with monstrous people, and how important it is to keep smiling regardless of the chaos around you.Purple/Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.Text type: A poemPages 22 and 23 explore how the boy's world looks when it is filled with monsters, and how it really looks, allowing children to discuss and compare the scenes.Curriculum links: Literacy: Silly stuff.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£9.53
HarperCollins Publishers Wellies Band 05Green Collins Big Cat
Book SynopsisWally the penguin works in a welly shop. He makes all sorts of wellies red ones, yellow ones, fish ones and star ones. Can he help Bertie the Polar Bear to design a pair of wellies that will win the fashion show?Green/Band 5 books offer early readers patterned language and varied characters.Text Type: A poemA story map of the story allows children to recap the story on pages 22 and 23.Curriculum Links: Citizenship: Animals and us; Choices.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£9.05
HarperCollins Publishers Tiger Tiger Collins Modern Classics
Book SynopsisTwo tigers. One city. Two very different lives.A compelling story about friendship, brotherhood and battling against the odds.In Ancient Rome Caesar is almighty and his power is played out in the gladiatorial arena, where animals and men are baited, challenged and destroyed.Two tiger cubs have been kidnapped from the jungle. One is tamed and de-clawed for pampered life as an exotic pet for Aurelia, Caesar''s daughter, but the other is cruelly caged and made even more brutal, trained to fight and kill.Princess Aurelia loves her pet tiger, Boots, and grows ever more fond of his keeper, Julius. But when a childish prank goes awry, Boots escapes. Furious Caesar sentences Julius to death in the arena and Boots is to face the same fate.So the two tigers are reunited in the gladiatorial ring, one a cosseted pet, the other a vicious predator. In a world dominated by Caesar''s will, all must fight for freedom.Trade Review“Tiger, Tiger burns brightly to the very last page, and long afterwards too.” Michael Morpurgo Praise for The Indian in the Cupboard:“An assured piece of storytelling, well able to stand comparison with older classics.”Times Educational Supplement “Enthralling and hair-raising reading.” TLS Praise for The Secret of the Indian:“There have been many famous stories in which children’s toys come alive: this book is in the same great tradition.” School Library Association Praise for The Key to the Indian:“…a swiftly moving, tightly plotted, exciting, funny tale, which will keep the reader firmly hooked and frantically turning the pages.” Carousel
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Rapunzel
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelLocked away inside a cold, stone tower for many years, the beautiful Rapunzel is desperate to escape. But is there any way out? Created to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Grimm brother's first book, this fabulous retelling by Ian Beck breathes new life into this well-known tale.Topaz/Band 13 books offer longer and more demanding reads for children to investigate and evaluate.Text type: A retelling of a traditional taleCurriculum links: Citizenship.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£10.23
HarperCollins Publishers Project Bright Spark
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelBriony had always suspected there was something wrong with her teacher. But after doing some further investigation with her friend Sergio, she uncovers a secret conspiracy so amazing that she could never have believed it was true. Find out how the adventure unfolds in this thrilling mystery novel by Carnegie-medal nominee Annabel Pitcher.Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view.Text type: A mystery storyCurriculum links: CitizenshipThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£10.69
HarperCollins Publishers The Invisible Girl
Book SynopsisGabriella Midwinter used to have a home. She wasn't invisible back thenFor fans of Cathy Cassidy and Jacqueline Wilson, a stunning new novel from the author of SHINE, GLITTER, SEA OF STARS and A MILLION ANGELS.What's strange is that the day it actually happened, everything seemed so normal.Caught between arguing parents and moving house, twelve-year-old Gabriella somehow slips through the cracks. Now she's more alone than ever before. The city streets are no place for young girls but they're all she's got.Unless she can find her brother Beckett.Unless she can find her home.Trade Review“Kate Maryon’s characters stay with you long after the book is finished.” Jenny Valentine “If you like Jacqueline Wilson then you will definitely like this. The main character’s story is so moving you feel as if you are about to cry!” - Kate, age 10 “This is a book that is hard to put down without finishing! “ - Lucy, age 10 “The best book I ever read” - Somaya, age 12
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Big Nate Compilation 2 Here Goes Nothing
Book SynopsisA second super-sized, super-funny compilation of all the most hilarious moments from Big Nate's long running, much-loved comic strip, originally published in newspapers and on the Web at comics.com.Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid'.Check out the second compilation of classic Big Nate comic strips, originally published in newspapers and on the Web at comics.com.Lincoln Peirce is one of my cartooning heroes, and BIG NATE ranks as a comics classic. Year in and year out, Big Nate is among the best comics on the funny page. Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid'.Trade Review"Lincoln Peirce is one of my cartooning heroes, and BIG NATE ranks as a comics classic. Year in and year out, Big Nate is among the best comics on the funny page." Jeff Kinney, author of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Fishy Friend
Book SynopsisWhen Sam and his family took a trip to the beach, they weren't expecting him to make a snappy new friend... This sweet story of friendship was written by nine-year-old Collins Big Cat Writing Competition winner Kipp Whysall and beautifully illustrated by Anni Axworthy.
£8.36
HarperCollins Publishers Llama Drama Awesome Animals
Book SynopsisThe seventh animal in the hilarious AWESOME ANIMALS series awesome adventures with the wildest wildlife.It's a HUGE surprise when Farmer Palmer chooses Lewie the llama to guard his new lambs. It's the most important job on the farm and everyone thought he'd pick the biggest strongest, loudest llama.Lewie is the best at singing and dancing but is he a match for a cunning coyote?Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE AWESOME ANIMALS SERIES:“Charming. Funny and exciting.” – The Daily Telegraph “Very funny, action-packed animal adventure.” – The Bookseller “This book is witty and wonderful.” – The Liverpool Echo
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Goodbye to All That
Book SynopsisIt's a young boy's last day at primary school, and he excitedly lists off all the points he won't miss when he goes to Big School. But is there anything he will miss? This thought-provoking story was written by Dave Cousins.Collins Big Cat Progress books are specifically designed for children at Key Stage 2 who have a Key Stage 1 reading level, giving them age-appropriate texts that they can read, building their confidence and fostering positive attitudes towards reading.Text type: A story with a familiar settingCurriculum links: CitizenshipThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£9.05
