Children & Teen Fiction Books
Sweet Cherry Publishing Silver Blaze (Easy Classics)
Book SynopsisAn illustrated adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic Sherlock Holmes mystery – at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! Also includes a QR code for the free audiobook! The police are no closer to solving the murder of horse trainer, John Straker. He was killed on Monday night, 22nd October. The famous racehorse, Silver Blaze, has been missing since the night of the attack. The country’s most famous racehorse has mysteriously disappeared. What’s worse, his trainer has been murdered! All eyes turn to Sherlock Holmes to unravel this strange mystery, find the murderer and return Silver Blaze to safety – all before the Wessex Cup race.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Deep
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£8.54
Quarto Publishing PLC Leo Messi
Book SynopsisPart of the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Leo Messi tells the inspiring story of a young boy from Argentina who became one of the world's greatest footballers.
£9.49
Penguin Random House Children's UK Stranger Things Season One
£8.54
Penguin Random House Children's UK Thief
Book SynopsisYou''re the new girl in school. You''re just trying to fit in - and it''s not working. Then someone accuses you of theft, and you think things can''t get any worse. Until you get caught in a freak storm . . .The next thing you know, you''re in the future. Being shot at for being out after curfew. You don''t even recognise your hometown. And you''re heading for a confrontation from your worst nightmare.What if you could change the past to save the future?Trade ReviewImpossible to put down * Sunday Telegraph *Gripping tale * Independent on Sunday *An exciting and ambitious story . . . Behind the fast-moving adventure and the gadgets and gizmos of the 21st century, however, lies a moral tale which successfully raises important issues about conscience, society and human behaviour * TES *Gets off to an exciting start and the tension never lets up * Newcastle upon Tyne Evening Chronicle *
£8.54
Faber And Faber Ltd. The House Saphir
£10.12
HarperCollins Publishers Return to Roar
Book SynopsisThe magical new book in the bestselling middle-grade fantasy adventure series, The Land of Roar.A series that celebrates the power of imagination and finding the greatest adventures in the most ordinary of places perfect for children aged 8, 9, 10 and upwards, and fans of Narnia, Jumanji and How to Train Your Dragon.Featuring breathtaking illustrations throughout by Ben Mantle and stunning fold-out cover artwork.Twins Arthur and Rose can't wait to go back to Roar, the fantasy world they get to through their grandad's attic. Roar is a land of dragons, mermaids, unicorns, ninja wizards and where anything they can imagine can be real.But when they return there's no time for exploring, because a message arrives from their scarecrow enemy, Crowky.WHAT'S IN THE BOX?The Box would always contain the things that scared the twins most and if Crowky gets hold of it, Roar could be in more danger than ever.Soon they find themselves on another thrilling adventure, accompanied by old friends and neTrade ReviewThis funny, captivating story is filled with the painful pangs of growing up and the transporting qualities of imagination', Imogen Russell-Williams, Guardian 'A vividly imagined adventure, […] full of heart, humour and a terrifying villain', Fiona Noble, Bookseller 'This is proof, not that it’s needed, that Jenny McLachlan is a writer of enormous heart and versatility. I’m a really big fan', Phil Earle 'Roar is an exhilarating, hilarious, vividly drawn tribute to the power of the childhood imagination, the love of family and the magic we risk losing as we grow up. If you plan to visit one new place in 2019, make it Roar', Sarah Driver
£7.59
Andrews UK Limited Mabel and the Flower Spell
£8.54
Wordsworth Editions Ltd The Little Prince
Book SynopsisThe Little Prince is a modern fable, and for readers far and wide both the title and the work have exerted a pull far in excess of the book’s brevity. Written and published first by Antoine de St-Exupéry in 1943, only a year before his plane disappeared on a reconnaissance flight, it is one of the world’s most widely translated books, enjoyed by adults and children alike. In the meeting of the narrator who has ditched his plane in the Sahara desert, and the little prince, who has dropped there through time and space from his tiny asteroid, comes an intersection of two worlds, the one governed by the laws of nature, and the other determined only by the limits of imagination. The world of the imagination wins hands down, with the concerns of the adult world often shown to be lamentably silly as seen through the eyes of the little prince. While adult readers can find deep meanings in his various encounters, they can also be charmed back to childhood by this wise but innocent infant. This popular translation contains the author’s own delightful illustrations, bringing to visual life the small being at the tale’s heart, and a world of fantasy far removed from any quotidian reality. It is also a sort of love story, in which two frail beings, the downed pilot and the wandering infant-prince who has left behind all he knows, share their short time together isolated from humanity and finding sustenance in each other. This is a book which creates a unique relationship with each reader, whether child or adult.
£8.54
Pan Macmillan Hatchet
Book SynopsisThere was a wild crashing sound, a ripping of metal, and the plane blew through the trees, out over the water and down, down to slam into the lake . . .Brian is a city boy. Not used to living rough. Until his plane crash-lands in the Canadian wilderness. All he has is a hatchet - and a desperate will to survive. Now Brian must learn to live the hard way - or die.Trade ReviewHeart-stopping...somewhere beyond adventure. * Publishers Weekly *
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Hot Key Books Enola Holmes The Case of the Missing Marquess
Book SynopsisIntroducing London's newest and greatest detective: Enola Holmes - the book that inspired the film, starring Millie Bobby Brown. Read the series before the next film lands!When Enola Holmes, sister to the detective Sherlock Holmes, discovers her mother has disappeared, she quickly embarks on a journey to London in search of her. But nothing can prepare her for what awaits. Because when she arrives, she finds herself involved in the kidnapping of a young marquess, fleeing murderous villains, and trying to elude her shrewd older brothers - all while attempting to piece together clues to her mother's strange disappearance. Amid all the mayhem, will Enola be able to decode the necessary clues and find her mother?'A story of a young girl who is empowered, capable, and smart . . . the Enola Holmes book series conveys an impactful message to kids and teenagers all over the world that you can do anything if you set your mind to it, and it does so in an exciting and adventurous way.' - MILLTrade ReviewExciting and adventurous! * Millie Bobby Brown *Just the right mix of nascent nineteenth-century feminist and awkward teen. * Booklist *An intelligent, rational, resourceful and brave protagonist. * Publisher's Weekly *Packed with period details, this Victorian adventure introduces a brilliant, resourceful heroine and sets the scene for her sleuthing adventures. Enola Holmes, Sherlock Holmes's fourteen year old sister, travels to London in search of her mother, but finds herself involved in the kidnapping of a young marquess, fleeing murderous villains and evading her annoying older brothers and their attempts to send her to boarding school. Amid all the mayhem, will she decode the clues left by her mother and explain her disappearance?The Enola Holmes six-book series inspired the Netflix film starring Millie Bobby Brown. * The School Run *
£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Duck in the Truck
Book SynopsisWatch out! Here comes Duck in a brand new edition of the first book in the million copy bestselling series!This is the tale of a duck in a truck -a truck that was stuck in some yucky brown muck.A sheep in a jeep and a frog in a bushsaw the truck stuck and gave it a push.But the truck stayed stuck!What now, can you guess?Could a goat in a boatget them out of this mess?Trade Review‘With a nod to Dr. Seuss and a wink to John Burningham, Jez Alborough deals an irresistible lesson in rhyme and rhythm as well as storytelling, which is hugely entertaining.’ Child Education Reviews for Duck in the Truck: ‘Rhyme, illustration, wit and inventiveness combine to produce outstanding quality.’ TES Primary ‘Alborough’s text is perfect for reading out loud and the mix of close-up and panoramic illustrations give an animated, live-action feel.’ Junior ‘Colourful, arresting and busting with action.’ Child Education Praise for Hit the Ball Duck:‘A really great story; the best Duck book so far.’ The Guardian
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Oxford University Press Isadora Moon gets the Magic Pox
Book SynopsisIsadora is dreading the maths test on Monday so, with the help of her naughty cousin Mirabelle, she decides to fake being ill with the magic pox to stay at home. When the magic pox potion goes wrong and Isadora's house is invaded with magic pox fluffballs, she learns that maths isn't so bad after all-especially with the help of a mum like hers!Trade ReviewPraise for the Isadora Moon series: The books are a great way of teaching children that it's okay to be a little different, even if you are a fairy vampire! The imagery used both on the covers of the book and throughout really help bring the book to life - and the glitter and sparkle used on the front covers is sure to catch the attention of imaginative children everywhere. * The Family Grapevine *Praise for Isadora Moon Goes to School: This (is a) lively celebration of difference and mixed heritage. * The Guardian *Praise for Isadora Moon Goes to School: This humorous chapter book, with attractive black-and-pink illustrations, deals sensitively with the difficulties that may be faced by anyone who feels different and struggles to fit in. Combining fairy magic with a feisty vampire twist, this is a great first volume in what promises to be an entertaining new series for independent young readers. * BookTrust *
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Scholastic Tom Gates is Ha Ha Hilarious
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Classical Comics A Christmas Carol: The Graphic Novel
Book SynopsisThis is the classic novel brought to life in full colour! 'I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year. I will live in the Past, the Present, and the Future'. Classical Comics' first Dickens title is probably his best-loved story. Scrooge gets a rude awakening to how his life is, and how it should be. Full of Christmas Spirit(s), this is a book that you'll want to read all year round!Trade ReviewIn 1951, Alastair Simm portrayed Ebenezer Scrooge in the classic black and white film and vocally reprised the role in a 1971 30 minute TV animated version. And there have been many other film and TV versions as well as comic adaptions over the decades. I know. I'm old. I've seen them.So,dusting the spiders webs from my head,I sat down to read Classical Comics version because I had seen some artwork back in May but I really wondered whether the full version would work -could the team add a little extra or a twist to make this better than any other version?No.And by A"noA" I mean that there was no need to add a little something extra or twist. This is the original Dickens story that gave us goosebumps when the teacher read it to us all those years ago in school.Mike Collins and David Roach [who I believe used to produce a Small Press mag titled A"HellfireA" back in the 1980s] will be familiar to comic fans. But could they adapt Mr. Dickens' classic?Of course they can! I could imagine receiving this as a Christmas present and sitting down to read it after dark. It's everything you expect from A Christmas Carol and fun to read and look at.Collins and Roach. Fantastic art. And the colourist,James Offredi does a really great job that adds so much more to the art -look at Marley's Ghost. Wonderful.Original Text is great but I think for younger readers it has to be Quick Text. I have to honestly say that I do,for some reason,look for faults or something not quite right. Why I have no idea. The logo A"Classical ComicsA" says it all.As with the other titles there are the list of characters the Dramatis personae,a lot of information on the author,how the book was drawn,lettered and even Teachers Resources notes. Perhaps the government ought to invest money by buying and distributing these books to schools to educate children but it seems they don't have that kind of money [only the kind for bailing out crooked bankers].Reading for fun or otherwise,these books,whether Henry V, MacBeth, Jane Eyre or A Christmas Carol,cannot be faulted and here's to the companies continued success!www.comicbitsonline.comTable of ContentsDramatis Persona 4A Christmas CarolStave OneMarley's Ghost 7Stave TwoThe First of the Three Spirits 42Stave ThreeThe Second of the Three Spirits 69Stave FourThe Last of the Spirits 95Stave FiveThe End of it 127What the Dickens? 144The Dickens Family Tree 149Dickens Timeline 150Hard Times 152A Very Victorian Christmas 154Page Creation 156
£10.79
Scholastic Refugee
Book SynopsisThis action-packed novel tackles topics both timely and timeless:courage, survival, and the quest for home. Three kids go on harrowingjourneys in search of refuge. And although Josef, Isabel, andMahmoud are separated by continents and decades, shocking connectionswill tie their stories together in the end.
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd Nightshade
Book SynopsisGet ready for action, adrenaline and adventure in the latest explosive Alex Rider mission by bestselling author Anthony Horowitz, now in paperback.In this adrenaline-fuelled adventure in the number one bestselling series, Alex Rider is sent by MI6 Special Operations to infiltrate a new and sinister organization known only as Nightshade. Alex is on his own, with the fate of thousands of people resting in his hands.Trade ReviewAs ever, the plotting is meticulous and the pace relentless, but what is new is Alex’s dawning compassion for other children. * New Statesman *Pacy and ingenious, as usual, this novel demonstrates a high level of philosophical complexity as it considers the nature of cults, religious extremism and our responsibility for each other, as well as involving karate, explosions and jumping out of planes. -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times & The Sunday Times Ireland *Anthony Horowitz is second to none at writing page-turners that children are desperate to read. Now he’s back with Nightshade, his 12th gripping adventure about teenage superspy Alex Rider. -- Emma Lee Potter * Sunday Express (S Magazine) *Anthony Horowitz is on cracking form here: the plot is gripping, the characters — both familiar and new — are fully fleshed, and it sparkles with his characteristic wit. We could do with Alex Rider now . . . -- Sally Morris * The Daily Mail *It's a chunky book and all the better for it. Filled with the usual pulse-quickening adventures from the teen super-spy, expect your young readers to disappear inside its pages entirely. Great. * Angels & Urchins *
£7.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK Watership Down
Book SynopsisDiscover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of Watership Down Puffin Clothbound Classics are stunning collectable gift editions of some of the best-loved classics in the world - including this irresistible edition of Watership Down.Be cunning, and full of tricks - Richard AdamsFiver is very worried. He senses something terrible is about to happen to the warren, the only home he''s ever known. While the other rabbits ignore him, his big brother Hazel knows that Fiver''s instincts are always right...They must leave immediately.Fiver leads the rabbits on a thrilling quest through the human world to their new home, Watership Down, where they must work together to overcome their biggest challenge yet.Collect our Puffin Clothbound Classics: 9780241444313 The Little Prince 9780241663554 The Jungle Book 9780241568811 Charlotte''s Web 9780241688243 Little Women 9780241688250 Peter Pan 9780241688267 The Railway Children 9780241688236 Chinese Cinderella 9780241411216 Treasure Island 9780241411209 The Wizard of Oz 9780241655702 Watership Down 9780241663578 The Worst Witch 9780241663547 David Copperfield 9780241663561 The Neverending Story 9780241623909 Stig of the Dump 9780241623916 The Dark is Rising 9780241411162 The Secret Garden 9780241411148 Black Beauty 9780241411155 Dracula 9780241425121 Frankenstein 9780241425138 Wuthering Heights 9780241425114 Tales from Shakespeare 9780241425107 Tales of the Greek Heroes 9780241411193 A Christmas Carol 9780241621196 Grimms'' Fairy Tales 9780241425145 Hans Christian Andersen''s Fairy TalesTrade ReviewA treacherous journey and quest for survival - one to pick up, time and time again * The Guardian *Beautifully evoking the Berkshire countryside in poetic language, it is an exciting, moving and powerful novel. * Book Trust *Beautifully written with some of the best characterisation you'll come across in children's literature, it tells the story of a group of rabbits and their will to survive despite human attempts to do otherwise. Full of adventure, humour, excitement and sadness it will enthral as much now as it did when it was first published * LoveReading4Kids *
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Chronicles of Whetherwhy The Age of Enchantment
Book SynopsisFirst in a brand-new fantasy series from acclaimed author Anna James, filled with seasonal magic and irresistible adventure. An instant No.1 New York Times Bestseller. A Waterstones Best Children''s Book of the YearA magical world full of wonder!' Katie TsangA triumph of imagination and storytelling' A. F. SteadmanCrackling with enchanting magic' Kieran LarwoodIn Whetherwhy, everyone has magic inside them grown from the changing seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter. But a rare few are Enchanters: people born with magic in their bones, who can wield all four seasons of magic.When Juniper discovers she is an Enchanter, she is invited to study at Thistledown Academy. Unwilling to be left behind, her twin brother, Rafferty, follows her to the capital city of Stormgrove and takes up an apprenticeship at a bookbindery.As Juniper learns to wield enchantment, Rafferty becomes involved with a mysterious secret society that meets after dark. Monsters are creeping out of the shadows and dangers lurk in unexpected places. Amid night markets and magic lessons, the twins realise there is more to enchantment than they ever imagined and the adventure that follows brings their paths together again in ways they could never have expected
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Astrochimp
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Anne of Green Gables
Book SynopsisAnne, an eleven-year-old orphan, is sent by mistake to live with a lonely, middle-aged brother and sister on a Prince Edward Island farm and proceeds to make an indelible impression on everyone around her.
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Girl with Gills
Book SynopsisAn original, middle grade fantasy debut awash with adventure. A determined heroine and a sinister villain clash to reveal river lore in a watery world of fantastical creatures and colossal challenges. In a time and place which might be now, people with gills, outcast Larkers, live in secret communities. They have houseboats along the river. Concealing their gills from land lubbers, they scour the mudbanks, trade their finds and live off their wits. Twelve-year-old Effra has been supporting her brother, Fleet, alone since their beloved grandfather died six months ago. When merciless Rivermun, a larker gone bad, snatches Fleet, Effra begs for his return. Rivermun asks for the impossible - he wants to overpower Mother River, to possess the river serpent's pearl and for age-old debts to be settled. Effra must bargain with the imposing Mother River, dive into the underwater parts of the city, venture deep into the Rat Queen's lair and confront the terrible river serpent to save not onl
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd Concrete Rose
Book SynopsisNo. 1 New York Times bestsellerA powerful and important novel. Observer No one else who writes like Angie. Phenomenal. The Guardian From international phenomenon Angie Thomas comes a hard-hitting return to Garden Heights with the story of Maverick Carter, Starr's father, set seventeen years before the events of the award-winning The Hate U Give.With his King Lord dad in prison and his mom working two jobs, seventeen-year-old Maverick Carter helps the only way he knows how: slinging drugs. Life''s not perfect, but he''s got everything under control. Until he finds out he''s a father...Suddenly it''s not so easy to deal drugs and finish school with a baby dependent on him for everything. So when he''s offered the chance to go straight, he takes it. But when King Lord blood runs through your veins, you don''t get to just walk away.Praise for The Hate U Give:No. 1 New Trade ReviewAngie Thomas returns to the world of her award-winning debut The Hate U Give in one of the most awaited books of 2021. […] Thomas smashes stereotypes at every turn in the lives of her raw, complex and unforgettable characters, her writing underpinned by immense humanity. A powerful and important novel. * The Observer *This is searing, moving, but never sentimental. * The Irish Examiner *A blistering, unputdownable look at black boyhood in the US, and what it means to be a man. It can be read as a standalone, but knowledge of The Hate U Give will make for a richer reading experience. * The Bookseller *Thomas’s prequel to the award-winning The Hate U Give investigates the pride and pain of being a black boy on the brink of man hood with humour, clarity and pathos. * The Guardian *Like Thomas’s other work, this is a book that will stay with you. -- Claire Hennessy * The Irish Times *
£7.99
Sourcebooks The Unbreakable Crown
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£7.59
Every Cherry Publishing King Lear Accessible Symbolised Edition
Book SynopsisMai Ngo is a freelance book illustrator by day, qualified cat servant by night since 2018. Her illustration studio is based in Hanoi, Vietnam. Mai love books, especially children's books. She is now SCBWI's member and was the SCBWI Featured Illustrator in April, 2020.
£6.99
Post Wave Publishing UK Ltd Jacomini
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£11.69
Templar Publishing The Wild Robot Now a major DreamWorks animation
Book SynopsisNOW A MAJOR DREAMWORKS ANIMATION!Includes an insert of full-colour images from the film!THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe heartwarming and action-packed illustrated novel exploring what happens when nature and technology collide.When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island. She has no idea how she got there or what her purpose is - but she knows she needs to survive.After battling a fierce storm and escaping a vicious bear attack, she realises that her only hope for survival is to adapt to her surroundings and learn from the island's unwelcoming animal inhabitants.As Roz slowly befriends the animals, the island starts to feel like home - until, one day, her mysterious past comes back to haunt her.'An Iron Man style fable for our age' - Piers Torday, award-winning author of The Last Wild'A modern-day classic in the making' - BooktrustThe gloriously illustrated story of a robot's adventures in the wild from bestselling author and illustrator Peter Brown.[Peter Brown's THE WILD ROBOT was a #1 New York Times bestseller w/c 11th June 2023.]
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HarperCollins Publishers Conkers – Arctic Star
Book SynopsisMulti-award-winning author Tom Palmer returns with a thrilling naval adventure inspired by the incredible history of the Second World War Arctic convoys. Multi-award-winning author Tom Palmer returns with a thrilling naval adventure inspired by the incredible history of the Second World War Arctic convoys. Winter 1943. Teenagers Frank, Joseph and Stephen are Royal Navy recruits on their first mission at sea during the Second World War. Their ship is part of an Arctic Convoy sailing to Russia to deliver supplies to the Soviets. The convoys have to navigate treacherous waters, sailing through a narrow channel between the Arctic ice pack and German bases on the Norwegian coast. Faced with terrifying enemy attacks from both air and sea, as well as life-threatening cold and storms, will all three boys make it home again?Trade Review"Historical fiction doesn't get much better than this" – LoveReading4Kids "Had me on the edge of my seat" – Dan Smith "An excellent and moving tale … Palmer has written a real page-turner here" – Aspects of History "I'm awestruck by his ability to make history come alive and resonate emotionally in beautifully compact prose … written dramatically and sensitively; Palmer's writing is sharp like a chisel, finding the heart under the harsh cold of war" – Chris Soul "Artful descriptions ensure that we wholly experience each sensation – from grief to brutal cold – with the characters, and (as always with Tom Palmer) we finish knowing, and caring, much more than when we started" – Roaring Reads, Blog
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Oxford University Press Isadora Moon and the New Girl
Book SynopsisIsadora Moon is special because she''s different. Her mum is a fairy, her dad is a vampire, and she''s a bit of both.When a new girl, Ava, joins her class, Isadora is keen to make friends. But Ava''s not interested. She''d much rather be back at her old school, with her old friends, who are much more fun to play with.Isadora''s classmates are happy to leave Ava on her own since she clearly doesn''t like them, but Isadora figures out that there''s something more going on beneath Ava''s unfriendly surface.Can Isadora help Ava to let her guard down, and give her new school a chance?A magical story about the power of kindness, inclusivity, and friendship.With irresistible pink and black artwork throughout, Isadora Moon is a unique heroine with an out-of-this-world family!
£6.99
Walker Books Ltd Magicalia Storm of Chaos
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£7.59
Scholastic The Boy with Big Decisions
Book SynopsisIt's Sliding Doors for middle grade as an indecisive boy makes aset of choices which propel him down different story pathways.
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Scholastic Nina Peanut
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HarperCollins Publishers Murray the Viking
Book Synopsis ADVENTURE LIES BEYOND THE CAT FLAP! Meet your favourite new duo: MURRAY AND BUN! Murray is a cat. Murray loves snoozing, fluffy blankets, and peace and quiet. Bun is a bun. Bun loves… EVERYTHING! And together they are unstoppable!Trade Review“Hilarious … A joy to read whatever your age” – David Walliams
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Christmasaurus
Book SynopsisBestselling author Tom Fletcher has re-invented his beloved Christmas story The Christmasaurus as a rhyming picture-book adventure for younger readers to enjoy - now in paperback!Santa and his reindeer live as north as you can go,in a place that''s full of magic (and quite a lot of snow!).But Santa and his reindeer do not live there on their own,for there''s a special dinosaur that also calls it home . . .The Christmasaurus wants more than anything to be able to fly, and help pull Santa''s sleigh across the sky on Christmas Eve. But flying turns out to be much harder than he thought, even with Santa''s help! One special Christmas, however, he falls down a chimney and meets a dinosaur-obsessed little boy who teaches him the magic of believing . . .With Shane Devries'' breathtaking illustrations, a pitch-perfect, read-aloud rhyming text and two magical surprise gate-fold pages, The Christmasaurus Picture Book is the perfect Christmas gift.
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Pan Macmillan Land of the Last Wildcat
Book SynopsisLui Sit was born in Hong Kong, raised in Australia and lives in London. She fell in love with reading, then writing when she learned English at primary school. Branching out, she started writing plays which she took on the road, to Class 4B & C. Poetry replaced plays when, aged 9, she got paid $5 for her first ever publication A Ballad of War. As an adult, she has worked in the arts, education, publishing and charity sectors, writing in secret at all these workplaces. True to form, she's still writing in multiple genres children's middle grade, adult short fiction and non-fiction. Land of the Last Wildcat is her debut children's book.David Dean lives near Manchester with his two cats, and has been illustrating professionally for over twenty years, though he's been drawing since he was old enough to pick up a pencil. For the past decade he has primarily worked as a book cover illustrator and has now created close to 200 covers, for books by some of the
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Union Square & Co. The Case of the Missing Tarts
Book SynopsisThe Pigeon Detectives are looking forward to devouring a delectable platter of jam tartsuntil the tasty treats are stolen from right under their beaks! With tummies grumbling, the PPD are on the hunt for clues, but can the detectives recover the tarts in time before they are all eatenor worsestale? As the list of suspects grows longer, our heroes wonder if they'll ever catch the thief jam-handed. Pigeon Private Detectives: The Case of the Missing Tarts, Christee Curran-Bauer's author-illustrator debut, pokes fun at detective procedurals with kid-friendly humor! Trade Review“[W]ith a bit of tongue-in-cheek humor and plenty of puns. The narrative, told through a mix of comic book–style panels and prose, is brought to life with crisp-lined cartoons with mostly pastel tones and a bit of film noir thrown in when the mood is right. An enjoyable homage to the dramatic mystery.” —Kirkus Reviews “Readers will flock to Curran-Bauer’s lighthearted mystery. A glossary defining detective terms and a fact sheet conclude.” —Publishers Weekly “[D]elightful comic-book-style drawings and kid-friendly humor.” —Daily Mom “Full of clues and coos, The Case of the Missing Tarts is a delightful and delicious detective tale!” –John Patrick Green, author of the InvestiGators series
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Pan Macmillan I am Emily the Owl
Book SynopsisA rhyming picture book about an owl named Emily written by bestselling poet Pam Ayres and illustrated by award-winning artist Nicola O'Byrne, creators of the bestselling I Am Oliver the Otter and I Am Hattie the Hare.
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Walker Books Ltd The Assassins Guide to Babysitting
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David Fickling Books Flember 2 The Crystal Caves from the millionselling Jamie Smart Illustrator of the Year
£7.59
words & pictures Dont Call Me an Insect
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Hachette Children's Group Heartstopper Volume 5
Book SynopsisINSTANT NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER * NEW YORK TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR * FASTEST EVER SELLING GRAPHIC NOVEL * NOW ON NETFLIXBoy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. The bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel about life, love, and everything that happens in between: this is the fifth volume of the beloved HEARTSTOPPER series.''Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.'' RAINBOW ROWELL, author of Carry OnNick and Charlie are very much in love. They''ve finally said those three little words, and Charlie has almost persuaded his mum to let him sleep over at Nick''s house ... But with Nick going off to university next year, is everything about to change?By Alice Oseman, winner of the YA Book Prize, Heartstopper encompasses all the small moments of Nick and Charlie''s lives that together make up something larger, which speaks to all of us. ContainTrade ReviewThe UK's fastest-selling graphic novel ever * The Guardian *Best in the series yet * i newspaper *Nobody writes teenagers like Oseman: her characters feel so real and she handles their struggles - relationships, sex, family and mental illness - with great care and respect. Funny, romantic, and life-affirming, it is the perfect stocking filler for any teenager in your life * The Observer *The Heartstopper series tells a time-old story of human affection, with a thoroughly wholesome glow...it's the slow suspense of the relationship, and the constant churn of emotion, that proves so absorbing * The Telegraph *Another gorgeous graphic novel that you absolutely won't want to miss... For the millions of fans of this tender and heartfelt series, the next instalment will be a highlight of the year...These books have brought the genre of graphic novels to a whole new spectrum of readers and for good reason. * GLAMOUR *Poignant * The Metro *
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HarperCollins Publishers Frog and Toad
Book SynopsisA beautiful hardback gift to treasure. This collection brings together all of Arnold Lobel’s engaging, warm and funny stories about Frog and Toad, and features a special foreword by Julia Donaldson.Trade Review“I hugely admire and envy Arnold Lobel; he is my hero” – Julia Donaldson
£21.25
Penguin Random House Children's UK Penguin Readers Level 4 The Boy in Striped
Book SynopsisThis ELT Graded Reader is made for people learning English as an additional language. The short, simple text is also perfect for anyone looking for an easier read. It is an adapted version of the original story.In this story, Bruno''s father gets a new job, and the family have to move from Berlin, Germany, to a new place. There is a strange camp at the end of the garden. Bruno is very unhappy and bored until he meets Shmuel. The two boys become very good friends. But why is Shmuel in the camp? And why is he wearing striped pyjamas?Our Penguin Readers books include: Simple text (CEFR-levelled) Pictures to help you understand the story Fun exercises to help you learn and practise English With the print book, you can get even more help online: Read the book online Listen to the book being read out loud Get lesson plans for teachers Find answers to check your understanding Note: online resources not available with the eBook.
£7.59
Scholastic Ninja Kid From Nerd to Ninja
Book SynopsisWhen Nelson wakes up on his tenth birthday, he discovers he is aNINJA! THE LAST NINJA ON EARTH! But how is he going to save the worldwhen he cannot even get his undies on the right way?! With thehelp of Grandmas inventions and his wild cousin Kenny, can Nelsonmaster his new ninja skills AND save Duck Creek?
£6.99
Walker Books Ltd Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody
Book SynopsisMaster storyteller Patrick Ness turns to middle grade in a hilarious adventure about a mismatched group of animals attending school together, brought to life by brilliantly funny illustrations.Zeke and Daniel have just been made hall monitors by Principal Wombat. This has nothing to do with the fact that they are monitor lizards. And never mind the fact Alicia, the only other monitor lizard in the school, is also a hall monitor.Somehow, the three hall monitors must impose order on arrogant lions, excitable seals and super-relaxed pandas. And worst of all, there is Pelicarnassus! A pompous giant pelican and the son of a major supervillain, who inexplicably has it out for the lizards. Can the hall monitor lizards and their new friend, a blind, fearsome red-tailed hawk, protect their school from all manner of outlandish threats?Zeke and Daniel have just been made hall monitors by Principal Wombat. This has nothing to do with the fact that they are monitor lizards. An
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Pan Macmillan The 143-Storey Treehouse
Book SynopsisThe 143-Storey Treehouse is the eleventh book of Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton's wacky treehouse adventures, where the laugh-out-loud story is told through a combination of text and fantastic comic book-style illustrations.'The kind of book I would have loved as a kid' – Tom Fletcher, author of The Danger GangAndy and Terry have added thirteen new levels to their treehouse!There's a word-o-matic (it knows every word in the whole world!), a recycling depot, a wrecking ball, a deep, dark cave with a real live, fire-breathing dragon, a complaining room, a spooky graveyard (where it's always midnight, even in the middle of the day) and a camping ground where you can have a nice, relaxing camping holiday. But it turns out to be not quite as relaxing as Terry originally planned . . .Terry forgets to pack the tent and the food, their attempt at fishing ends in disaster, the spooky campfire stories are a little too spooky and then, to make matters worse, all of Andy’s fellow campers start mysteriously disappearing! Can Andy brave the dark, dark woods and rescue them in time to finish writing their next book? Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!Climb more fun-filled levels by collecting all thirteen books in the seven million-copy-selling series – the perfect chapter books for reluctant readers.Trade ReviewThe kind of book I would have loved as a kid -- Tom Fletcher, on 39-Storey TreehouseBrilliant series and if you haven't read them yet why not? Start at the beginning and work through them all. Laugh out loud funny and I love reading about all the things they have in their treehouse -- Toppsta ReviewerIf you close your eyes and listen hard enough, you can hear the sound of children everywhere lamenting the long 12 months they have to wait until the release of the next one. * Guardian *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Queens Nose
Book SynopsisHarmony''s uncle sends her on a treasure trail - which disappointingly ends in her finding a 50p piece. But the coin is a magic one, and when you rub the queen''s nose, your wishes will come true!From the bestselling master of funny animal stories, Dick King-Smith, author of The Sheep-Pig, The Hodgeheg, The Invisible Dog and many more much-loved adventures.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Grandest Game
Book SynopsisImpossible puzzles, shocking twists and addictive romance combine in this unmissable, brand-new mystery set in the #1 bestselling INHERITANCE GAMES world guaranteed to keep you hooked until the very last page . . . Play to win millions. Risk it all for love. The stakes have never been higher . . . A RUTHLESS GAME. Welcome to the Grandest Game, a life-changing competition run by billionaire heiress Avery Grambs and the four infamous Hawthorne brothers, whose family fortune she inherited. SEVEN MYSTERY PLAYERS. Swept away to a luxury private island, some of the players are in it for money. Some for power. Some for reasons all their own . . . And amidst it all is the enigmatic and irresistible Grayson Hawthorne, tasked with a vital role. LOVE AND LIVES AT STAKE. But as sparks fly and tensions rise it soon becomes clear that everyone has secrets, and those seven players will do whatever it takes to win. What readers are saying about The Grandest Game: The ROMANCE in this book?! . . . So beautifully woven in with the glorious riddles.'PHENOMENAL' TWIST AFTER TWIST, I was up all night trying to figure out the puzzles, I love it!'Absolutely SPECTACULAR!'I felt like I was on a ROLLERCOASTER, gasping and silently screaming.'*Reading all of the Inheritance Games world novels? The ideal reading order is: The Inheritance Games, The Hawthorne Legacy, The Final Gambit, The Brothers Hawthorne, Games Untold, The Grandest Game, and Glorious Rivals. *Looking for more unputdownable reads from Jennifer Lynn Barnes? Check out The Debutantes duology (Little White Lies, Deadly Little Scandals), The Fixer duology (The Ruling Class, Lessons in Power), and The Lovely and the Lost.
£8.88
