Children & Teen Fiction Books
Faber & Faber Perijee Me
Book SynopsisWhen 11-year-old Caitlin discovers a shrimp-like alien creature on the shores of her island home, she takes responsibility for teaching it about the world. Mostly, this just involved stopping little Perijee from eating everything! Caitlin becomes increasingly close to her alien friend, treating him like a brother. There''s only one problem - Perijee won''t stop growing. Then the authorities try to hunt him down and through his fear, Perijee disappears and starts causing trouble. Caitlin must leave home and travel across the country to try and convince Perijee to stop destroying everything before it''s too late.
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Faber & Faber Squishy McFluff Seaside Rescue
Book SynopsisFrom the funniest voice in young fiction today, the fifth in this irresistible series for young readers about imaginary friends in hilarious rhyming text and with adorable illustrations by Ella Okstad.Ava danced round her room,Shouting: Hip hip hooray!It''s holiday time!And we''re going today!Ava is excited to be going on holiday to the seaside. But with Squishy McFluff, the mischievous invisible cat coming along things are bound to get very, very silly . . .Rising star Pip Jones continues to give her quirky twist to everyday experiences in this warm and humorous series. The jaunty rhyming text is perfect for reading aloud, and Ella Okstad''s gorgeous, distinctive illustrations will help more confident readers learn to read by themselves for the first time.''A surefire hit.'' Guardian''Charming.'' The Times''Bound to ensure catisfaction.'
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Faber & Faber House of Windows
Book Synopsis''The body is a house of many windows: there we all sit, showing ourselves and crying on the passers-by to come and love us.'' Robert Louis Stevenson Nick hates it when people call him a genius. Sure, he''s going to Cambridge University aged 15, but he says that''s just because he works hard. And, secretly, he only works hard to get some kind of attention from his workaholic father.Not that his strategy is working. When he arrives at Cambridge, he finds the work hard and socialising even harder. Until, that is, he starts to cox for the college rowing crew and all hell breaks loose...
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Faber & Faber Time for Jas The Diaries of Bluebell Gadsby A
Book SynopsisBluebell and her siblings are beginning a new school year. Suddenly everyone is freaking out. Twig has taken up violent team sports, poor Jas is being bullied by the ghastly Cupcake Crew and Blue has a big decision to make.There are fights and crying fits. Halloween parades gone wrong and secret graffiti artists. Confusing friendships and life-changing choices. But there is also laughter and above all, there is love - and that''s what being a family is all about.
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Faber & Faber Moondial
Book SynopsisA new edition of the much-loved classic story of time travel, ghosts and friendship.Even before she came to Belton, Minty Cane had known that she was a witch, or something very like it . . .Minty is the kind of girl who notices things. Pockets of cold air on a stairway. Cries on the wind. Ghosts.On night-time jaunts from the house where she''s staying while her mother recovers from an accident, Minty stumbles upon a moondial which takes her back in time. She finds Tom, a sickly kitchen boy, and Sarah, a girl with a birthmark who is only allowed out at night because her family think she has the mark of the devil . . .Can Minty save her friends, or will she get stuck in the past . . .?''Fresh and entertaining.'' Publishers Weekly''Carefully wrought and evanescent as a ghost story should be, this will be enjoyed by any admirer of Tom''s Midnight Garden.'' Kirkus
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Faber & Faber WIND IN THE WILLOWS
Book SynopsisHere today, up and off to somewhere else tomorrow! Toad has always been a silly sort of fellow. But when his latest obsession with motor cars - the faster the better - threatens to lead him to disaster, it is up to Toad''s good friends Mole, Ratty and Badger to get him under control. Can they save Toad from prison, and his home Toad Hall from the wicked Weasels and Stoats?
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Faber & Faber Come All You Little Persons 1
Book SynopsisA tender, moving and joyous story from one of our nation''s premier poets, John AgardFrom above earth, from above sky,from below earth, from under water,come all you little personscome exactly as you are.Come little bird person, come little bee person, come little tree person - little persons from all over the world join together to celebrate the dance of life and love in this stunning poem from John Agard. Stunningly illustrated by Jessica Courtney-Tickle, this is a book that both little persons and big persons will treasure and pore over for a lifetime, and is a true poem of our time.A lyrical collaboration . . . a joyful, tender dance, celebrating people, places and the glory of existence.' Guardian''This book is a celebration of childhood and the natural world in all its rich diversity.'' BookTrust
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Faber & Faber Traitor to the Throne
Book SynopsisReader Reviews:''Phenomenal!''''Cracking original fantasy.''''Wonderful.''''Thrilling . . . Truly recommended!''''Enthralling.''''A powerful story of love, murder and rebellion .''The second installment of this highly-acclaimed trilogy, Traitor to the Throne throws the irrepressible Amani into a world of espionage, harems, and the Sultan himself.** Pre-order Alwyn Hamilton''s glittering new fantasy thriller The Notorious Virtues now **This is not about blood or love. This is about treason.Nearly a year has passed since Amani and the rebels won their epic battle at Fahali. Amani has come into both her powers and her reputation as the Blue-Eyed Bandit, and the Rebel Prince''s message has spread across the desert - and some might say out of control. But when a surprise encounter turns into a brutal kidnapping, Amani finds herself betrayed in the cruellest manner possible. Stripped of her powers and her identity, and torn from the man she loves, Amani must return to her desert-girl''s instinct for survival. For the Sultan''s palace is a dangerous one, and the harem is a viper''s nest of suspicion, fear and intrigue. Just the right place for a spy to thrive... But spying is a dangerous game, and when ghosts from Amani''s past emerge to haunt her, she begins to wonder if she can trust her own treacherous heart.Praise for the series:Sheer escapism.' GuardianWinning.' New York Times
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Faber & Faber Hero at the Fall
Book SynopsisReader Reviews:''Masterful . . . I didn''t want to put it down.''''A perfect conclusion. My heart is so full.''''An emotional rollercoaster of adventure that doesn't disappoint.''''My new favourite book series.''The highly anticipated conclusion to the epic award-winning Rebel of the Sands trilogy - a genre-busting Wild West meets Arabian Nights fantasy.** Pre-order Alwyn Hamilton''s glittering new fantasy thriller The Notorious Virtues now **Once, in the desert country of Miraji, there was a Sultan without an heir. The heir had been killed by his own brother, the treacherous Rebel Prince, who was consumed by jealousy and sought the throne for himself. Or so it was said by some. There were others who said that the Rebel Prince was not a traitor but a hero... In the final battle for the throne, Amani must fight for everything she believes in, but with
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Faber & Faber Flora in Love The Diaries of Bluebell Gadsby A
Book SynopsisIt''s hard being the normal one in such a crazy family.Bluebell and her family are about to hear life-changing news.There is weeping and storming off. There are orphaned kittens and internet disasters. Guitar-playing runaway boys and little sisters with secrets.But there is also laughter and of course, there is love - and that''s what being a family is all about.
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Faber & Faber Piggy Handsome
Book Synopsis''Jeffry, I'm no mere guinea pig! I'm a Handsome. And Handsomes have always been famous. I simply cannot be the only Handsome in history to not be famous.''Piggy Handsome is a very confident Guinea pig with a hugely inflated ego - he hails from a long line of very famous Guinea pigs. But sadly Handsome hasn''t yet achieved world renown. With the help of gruff-talking Jeffry the budgie and the inadvertent efforts of two dastardly villains Dan and Dolly Dixon, Handsome might realise his dream, get in the papers and save the day - without even realising. All in one day trip to the seaside!
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Faber & Faber The Curses The Graces
Book SynopsisPicking up the pieces after the chilling events of the previous year isn''t easy, but the Grace siblings are determined to try and get things back to normal - and if that means papering over the cracks, so be it. Summer has had enough of secrets, but sharing a house with someone who's been resurrected from the dead isn't something you want the neighbours to know about. As ex-best friend River wreaks havoc with her twisted spells, can the Graces ever escape the curses that have been tearing their family apart for generations?
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Faber & Faber Shiny Pippin and the Broken Forest
Book SynopsisPermit me, lovely readers, to take you on a journey. Firstly though, wherever you are, it is important that you should be comfy. For example, if you are in bed, make sure there are no spiky pieces of Lego under your bum bum. That sort of thing simply won't do...Pippin''s just an ordinary little girl who lives with her ordinary little granny in the ordinary little town of Funsprings. Or so she thinks. When some rather terrible goings on start occurring, Granny is forced to reveal a secret - she used to be a secret crime fighter! And on top of that, Pippin has a special gift - she is Shiny, and can talk to animals. Hurray! But life''s not all fun times and lemonade and monster munch for tea. Not only has all the water gone, the animals are disappearing too. Someone as rotten as a pig fart in a jar must be behind all this, and it''s up to Pippin to find out who. Armed with her new power and some new friends to boot, Pippin will confront kidnappers, evil scientist
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Faber & Faber Matt Millz Stands Up
Book SynopsisMatt did it! His performance at the T Factor has given him the fame he dreamed of. Kitty is getting more gigs booked in with a whole new stable of comedic acts. Unfortunately, Matt hasn''t had time to come up with new jokes so it isn''t long before he is greeted with the worst heckle for a comedian: ''heard it before!''. But when Kitty suggests he takes a break to work on his routine, Matt can''t stand to go back to his normal life. So he signs up with the stylish Excalibur Agency, brushing his concerns (and Kitty) aside. A life of celebrity awaits! But it doesn''t take long for the shine to wear off and when they try and force him on to his first Live At the Apollo, without any preparation and no new jokes, how can Matt save himself from the ultimate humiliation?
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Faber & Faber Explorers on Black Ice Bridge 1 The Polar Bear
Book SynopsisIn the third magical Stella Starflake adventure the explorers meet gargoyles, sea-gremlins, mermaids, red devil squids - even a Gentleman Flamingo!Ice princess Stella Starflake and her father Felix are in trouble: President Fogg has expelled them from the Polar Bear Explorers' Club, and banned them from going on any further expeditions.Stella's not going to be put off by rules and regulations though. She knows her friend Shay is in danger of turning into a witch wolf himself, since receiving a deadly bite on their last adventure. It's vital that Stella and her friends set out to find the spellbook that could save his life, even if it means travelling over the cursed Black Ice Bridge.It's a formidable and dangerous task, and their journey takes them on a breathtaking, page-turning adventure!Praise for the series:''A magical adventure of friendship, bravery and derring-do in a richly imagined world.''
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Faber & Faber Max and the Millions 1
Book SynopsisFrom Costa-shortlisted superstar, a highly anticipated standalone adventure about what happens when you find a tiny, living, breathing civilization on the floor of your school dorm room.Max is used to spending time alone - it''s difficult to make friends in a big, chaotic school when you''re deaf. He prefers to give his attention to the little things in life . . . like making awesome, detailed replica models. Then Mr Darrow, the school caretaker and fellow modeller, goes missing. Max must follow his parting instruction: ''Go to my room. You''ll know what to do.''There on the floor he finds a pile of sand . . . and in the sand is Mr Darrow''s latest creation . . . a tiny boy, no bigger than a raisin, Luke, Prince of the Blues. And behind the tiny boy . . . millions of others - a thriving, bustling, sprawling civilization!A fast-paced and enjoyable adventure that encourages readers to appreciate the small thi
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Faber & Faber Tales of Troy and Greece
Book SynopsisThe roars of the hungry Minotaur came nearer and nearer - his feet could be heard thundering along the echoing floor of the labyrinth .
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Faber & Faber I like Bees I dont like Honey 1
Book SynopsisI like bees . . . but I don''t like honey!I like my imaginary friend . . . but I don''t like it when people say he''s not real. A beautifully illustrated, funny and thought-provoking book for building confidence and encouraging children to express their feelings about anything and everything. This book will help enable a much broader conversation about individuality, fear and hopes.All author royalties are being donated to the NSPCC.
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Faber & Faber My Bed Is an Air Balloon
Book SynopsisWhen night falls my bed is an air balloon.I sail through the slipsiverse, close by the moon.I float above treetops where fluttertufts are sleepingAnd flowering hills where the whifflepigs go creeping;Ponds strung with starlight that glitter like glass,A floog with her velvet nose bent to the grass. Such treasures I spy on! My bed in the treesSwings me up high, like a circus trapeze.Now the cool, night-rustling airSlips through my finger-gaps, ripples my hair; Now we glide over water, the moon's silver lightBlown by a cloudpuff into the bight,Adrift on the sea where the dream-shapes float;When night falls my bed is a sailing boat.A beautifully presented picture book with two front covers, the text can be read from front to back and vice versa. The mirror form poem meets in the middle in a stunning centrepiece image as the two children in the story (twins, one in an air balloon, the other a sailing boat) meet in the clouds!
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Faber & Faber Picklewitch and Jack 1
Book SynopsisThe dreadful strangers moved in on a wild and windy Thursday.''Fudgenuts,'' cursed Picklewitch, adjusting her cracked binoculars to get a better view of the comings-and-goings. ''This won't do at all. I bet they haven't even bought me any cake.''Picklewitch is, quite literally, out of her tree. She has a nose for naughtiness, a taste for trouble and a weakness for cake. And unluckily for brainbox Jack winner of the ''Most Sensible Boy in School'' for the third year running - she's about to choose him as her new best friend . . .
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Faber & Faber Picklewitch Jack and the Sea Wizards Secret
Book SynopsisDR FIRENZE SHARPTOOTHcordially invitesST IMMACULATE'S SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTEDto Draconis Hallfor the Great Fossil HuntJack is very excited when he learns that this year's school trip is a visit to the seaside to hunt for fossils. And even better there's going to be a prize for the best find, which is he desperate to win! Unfortunately, his best friend Picklewitch is not impressed, until she discovers the local Sea Wizard, whose secret lair is hiding the biggest treasure of all . . .
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Faber & Faber Dave Pigeon Racer 1
Book SynopsisWINNER of the Greenhouse Funny Prize; SHORTLISTED for the Sainsbury''s Book Award and numerous regional awards, this hilarious series is adored by its readers!Have you ever sat in a shoebox? Of course you have. But have you ever sat in one when your best friend Dave has spread his feathery self out so wide that his cheesy feet are right up your beak and an old banana is taking up the rest of the space? I didn''t think so. This is where our story begins . . . Dave Pigeon and his best friend Skipper are travelling in a box to Pawsville Vets . . . maybe Dave will finally get his broken wing fixed. The pet shop is full of new friends . . . Jet the dog, Cricket Ball Face the hamster . . . and with friendship comes a bit of healthy competition, and what could be better than a race for a racing pigeon? But the only animal who thinks Dave is capable of going up against the infamous Mickey Lightning is Dave him
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Faber & Faber Dave Pigeon Royal Coo Swapna Haddow 1
Book SynopsisWINNER of the Greenhouse Funny Prize; SHORTLISTED for the Sainsbury''s Book Award and numerous regional awards, this hilarious series is adored by its readers!Our favourite pompous pigeon is BACK! And about to trade places with a pigeon prince, descended from Indian royalty.Dave Pigeon and his best friend Skipper are taking in the sights of London. Whilst pecking around the gates of the Royal Palace, looking for high-brow snacks to feast on, they meet Prince Raju Pigeon, one of the Queen's personal birds from the Royal Lofts. Raju is tired of royal life and longs to see life beyond the palace gates. Dave suggests they swap places for a short while! Raju will get to see how normal pigeon lives and Dave will be pampered in the Royal Lofts.Of course, this all goes to Dave's head and as he laps up the royal treatment becoming more unbearable than ever. But life in high society is not all it''s cracked up to be . .
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Faber & Faber Pride and Prejudice 1 Faber Young Adult Classics
Book SynopsisIt is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.At least Mrs Bennet is determined that this is the case, but as she pushes her five daughters at every matrimonial prospect, not every encounter goes to plan .
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Faber & Faber Sasha and the Wolfcub 1
Book SynopsisA rediscovered classic with gorgeous new illustrations. Out in the wilds of Russia a boy and a wolf are lost in the snow.You''re not very big for a wolf, said Sasha.And you''re not very big for a man, snapped the wolf.Sasha has always been taught that wolves are dangerous, but when he finds himself lost out in the snow with Ferdy, a wolfcub, he discovers they are not so different. But how can he persuade his village that the wolves can be their friends?Gaia Bordicchia''s gorgeous illustrations whisk you away to a Russian winter long long ago . . .
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Faber & Faber Wuthering Heights 1 Faber Young Adult Classics
Book SynopsisCatherine and Heathcliff's, a foundling adopted by Catherine's father, passionate but doomed love forms the core of this extraordinary tale. Catherine's brother Hindley's hatred and humiliation of Heathcliff leads to tragedy when Catherine marries another and Heathcliff returns newly wealthy to enact his revenge on all who wronged him.
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Faber & Faber New and Collected Poems for Children 1
Book Synopsis''In the world of British poetry, Carol Ann Duffy is a superstar.'' (Guardian) This stellar edition of her poems brings together work from her four award-winning collections for children, and sprinkles in a generous helping of new poems to match. From her dazzlingly debut Meeting Midnight through to her newest, brightest poems, Carol Ann Duffy''s writing for younger readers has always bubbled with wit and humour, intelligence and affection, and introduced us to many strange and wonderful characters along the way. Among the enchanting voices to be heard are those of the Loch Ness Monster''s husband, the oldest girl in the world and a herd of cows on a shopping trip to Manchester.
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Faber & Faber Bathroom Boogie Kitchen Disco
Book SynopsisThe tiles become a dancefloorThe light a disco ball It's called the bathroom boogie The most splashy bash of all!When the children go to school and the adults go to work . . . the Bathroom Boogie starts up and all your favourite bathroom friends come alive! The shower creates a rain dance, whilst the mouthwash back-flips and the toothbrushes bop and rave to the hot tap's funky beat! Bathroom Boogie is the zany and hilarious rhyming picture book sequel to Kitchen Disco, with trademark cool artwork from Al Murphy.''Children will love the snappy rhymes and exuberant illustrations.'' Telegraph''A cracking comical story for young children, for whom bath time will never be the same again.'' BookTrust
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Faber & Faber Poppy the Police Horse Fables from the Stables
Book SynopsisPoppy was fit, strong and healthy her parent''s delight.But for reasons unknown she was born without sight.But lucky for you lot, she had an amazing sense of smell. So she''s recruited by the police force to solve the toughest crimes by nose . . .
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Faber & Faber Child I
Book SynopsisA group of undocumented children with letters for names, are stuck living in a refugee camp, with stories to tell but no papers to prove them. As they try to forge a new family amongst themselves, they also long to keep memories of their old identities alive. Will they be heard and believed? And what will happen to them if they aren''t?An astonishing piece of writing that will enchant and intrigue children; perfectly pitched at a 9+ readership.
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Faber & Faber The Twelve Days of Christmas Magnificent
Book SynopsisAnna Wright has rapidly developed a following across the UK for her print, collage work and paintings, following in the footsteps of Emma Bridgewater, Tricia Guild and Liberty as she takes her designs across stationery and homeware. She is now embarking on her third picture book for children. Anna brings humour, beauty and sophistication to this perennially popular Christmas hymn, with her signature style. Exquisitely rendered in pen, ink, watercolour and collage, The twelve days of Christmas are beautifully and playfully reimagined for today's readership and have never looked so sumptuous.
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Faber & Faber The Hug Eoin McLaughlin Polly Dunbar Pblarge 1
Book SynopsisA beautiful, heartwarming picture book with all the universal appeal of Guess How Much I Love You.Hedgehog was feeling sad.As sad as a hedgehog can feel.So sad only one thing could help . . .Tortoise was feeling sad. As sad as a tortoise can feel. So sad only one thing could help . . .In this clever flipbook, both a hedgehog and a tortoise are looking for a hug. They ask all the other animals they come across but for some reason no one will hug them. Until a wise owl explains: Hedgehog is too spiky; Tortoise is too bony. And that''s when they find each other!Feels like being enveloped in your very own hug.' KirkusA smashing story time tale.' Books for KeepsIt's utterly lovely. It makes her face light up every time she hears it.' The Guardian Best Books of 2019
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Faber & Faber The Notorious Virtues
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Faber & Faber Matt Millz on Tour
Book SynopsisAnother exciting adventure by the hilarious Harry Hill this time taking Matt Millz and the team to the Edinburgh Festival!Matt's dream of becoming a stand-up comic is fading. Six months on from his success at the Apollo, the gigs have dried up, and it's back to the daily drudge of schoolwork for Matt and his pals. But then his twelve-year-old manager Kitty has a brainwave: if they can persuade their teachers to take a school play up to the Edinburgh Festival, they could hold a comedy night too.But Matt's got a rival new school-mate Jamie who is pushing to be in the comedy line-up. And Jamie is good. But is he too good to be true?Packed with action, clever twists and great characters, this third Matt Millz adventure will appeal to every aspiring young comedian.
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Faber & Faber The Rescue of Ravenwood
Book Synopsis''A sublime eco adventure.'' The TimesFrom the Costa Award winning author of Voyage of the Sparrowhawk comes an epic adventure with a call to arms: we must fight to save the most treasured things on our planet.On the top of the hill, overlooking the sea, that''s where you''ll find a magical place . . .To Bea and Raffy, Ravenwood is home. In its own way, the house rescued them, even if it did have a fallen-down tree taking up most of the kitchen. So the idea that it could be sold. Demolished even. Well, that''s unthinkable. Then again, it''s not like the children get a choice. But the truth is, we can all make our own choices, especially if we care enough . . .A beautiful, soulful, exciting story about holding onto what''s precious, and guarding the extraordinary nature that surrounds us.''A triumph.'' The Times''A captivating feat of storytelling.'' The Sunday Times''A moving and compelling
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Faber & Faber How the Whale Became and Other Tales of the Early
Book SynopsisTed Hughes wrote a series of stories for children from the early 1960s through until 1995 about how the world, and the creatures in it, came into being. They are collected here in one volume for the first time.These are richly told tales of sparkling intensity about animals finding their form, and God''s struggle to understand what he has created. Meet the Polar Bear whose obsession with her snowy white fur is so great that she can only live in a landscape surrounded by her own reflection; the Whale, growing in God''s garden beside the carrots; King Leo, who began life because God was hungry for his sausages; poor Parrot''s painful defeat in the marriage song contest at the wedding of Man and Woman; and Sparrow''s heroic battle against the bird-swallowing Black Hole.There are stories here to suit children from four to fourteen, whether for reading aloud or alone.
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Faber & Faber The Iron Wolf Collected Animal Poems Vol 1
Book SynopsisThe Iron Wolf, the Iron WolfStands on the world with jagged fur.The rusty Moon rolls through the sky.The iron river cannot stir.The iron wind leaks out a cryAnimals of air, land and sea are brilliantly imagined in this perfect introduction for young readers to the work of Ted Hughes. Part of Hughes''s Collected Animal Poems, The Iron Wolf is for the youngest readers, both to listen to and explore themselves. Chris Riddell''s delightful line illustrations add to the journey of discovery.
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Faber & Faber What is the Truth Collected Animal Poems Vol 2
Book SynopsisWhy is itThe roustabout Rooster, raging at the dawnWakes us so early?A warrior king is on fire!His armour is all crooked daggers and scimitarsAnd it''s shivering red-hot with rage!First published in 1984, this book of prose-linked animal poems won both the Guardian Children''s Fiction Award and the Signal Poetry Award. This new, illustated edition remains ''a very beautiful book: God and his son go to visit mankind and ask a few simple questions . . . the poems are pure enchantment'' (The School Librarian).
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Faber & Faber Two Terrible Vikings
Book SynopsisThis viking duo will give Horrid Henry a run for his money!What if your parents WANTED you to behave badly?Set in the snowy fjords of a Viking kingdom, the terrible twins, Hack and Whack, are proud to be the best worst vikings. Nothing stops the marauding pair as they steal boats, loot a birthday party, track a troll and sail off to raid Bad Island with their friends Twisty Pants and Dirty Ulf.Well, almost nothing . . .With whip-smart dialogue, and accompanied by Dennis the Menace style anarchic cartoon imagery, this series is as sharp, funny and compelling as you would expect from the reigning Queen of Comedy.''As joyously anarchic as Horrid Henry . . . will have your children laughing out loud.'' Cressida Cowell''A treat for kids. A wonderfully absurd, anarchic romp.'' Sarah McIntyre
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Faber & Faber Two Terrible Vikings and Grunt the Berserker
Book SynopsisIt's not easy being the WORST at everything!Hack and Whack are the very worst Vikings in the village until a fierce and stinky berserker moves in NEXT DOOR!WILL the brand new school help the twins outwit this villain and his vicious dog, Muddy Butt?And will Twisty Pants, Dirty Ulf and Elsa Gold-Hair help vanquish this foul fiend?As joyously anarchic as Horrid Henry.' Cressida CowellA great new series for early readers.' BookTrustA wonderfully absurd, anarchic romp.' Sarah McIntyreImmensely appealing to children of five and up.' Literary Review
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Faber & Faber Two Terrible Vikings Feast with the King
Book SynopsisThree fantastic new stories!Hack and Whack babysit a toddler Fire Hazard and discover to their horror that they might not be the worst vikings in the village after all . . .Then they manage to secure an exciting invite to feast with the visiting king, but discover that it's three days of having to be on their best behaviour . . . Until the new teenaged king turns out to be a lout food fights ensue, and he loves them.Unfortunately, that''s when the snotty, privileged, wealthy winter guests turn up distant cousins who can''t be turned away. They make everyone's life a misery can Hack and Whack find a way to get rid of them?Packed full of humour that children will love and illustrated with anarchy by the fabulous Steve May.
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Faber & Faber Squishy McFluff On with the Show
Book SynopsisFrom the funniest voice in young fiction today, the seventh in this irresistible series for young readers about imaginary friends in hilarious rhyming text and with adorable illustrations by Ella Okstad.In a change to our scheduledprogramme tonight,I proudly present,for your joy and delight . . .''(in the glare of the bulbs, Ava tipped her tall hat)AMAZING AVA! AAAAAAND . . .HER INVISIBLE CAT!'Ava and Squishy are going to see the circus, but when one of the acts doesn''t turn up they must perform in his place!Another joyful, hilarious, instant classic of a tale for five year olds and upwards, stunningly illustrated by Ella Okstad.''A surefire hit.'' Guardian''Charming.'' The Times''Bound to ensure catisfaction.' IndependentCleverly bridging the gap between picture
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Faber & Faber Everyone Dies Famous in a Small Town
Book SynopsisThe second, highly anticipated novel from Carnegie-shortlisted author Bonnie-Sue Hitchcock.Come on a journey across the rural American West . . .Meet the teenagers who live in the small towns across these states, separated by distance, but whose stories are woven together in the most unexpected of ways.Whether they are brought together by the spread of wildfire, by the priest who's moved from state to state or by the hunt for a missing child, these incredible tales blaze with secrets, rage and love.A novel like no other, this intricate, intense and beautiful book will take your breath away.A clever and unusual novel . . . powerful.'' Sally NichollsGorgeous and compelling . . . breathtaking.' Katherine WebberA beautiful literary writer.' The Bookseller''It''s cut like a gemstone. Turn the pages, and facets gleam.'' Hiliary McKayBeautifully observed and deepl
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Faber & Faber The Hug
Book SynopsisA beautiful, heartwarming picture book with all the universal appeal of Guess How Much I Love You.Hedgehog was feeling sad.As sad as a hedgehog can feel.So sad only one thing could help . . .Tortoise was feeling sad. As sad as a tortoise can feel. So sad only one thing could help . . .In this clever flipbook, both a hedgehog and a tortoise are looking for a hug. They ask all the other animals they come across but for some reason no one will hug them. Until a wise owl explains: Hedgehog is too spiky; Tortoise is too bony. And that''s when they find each other!Feels like being enveloped in your very own hug.' KirkusA smashing story time tale.' Books for KeepsIt's utterly lovely. It makes her face light up every time she hears it.' The Guardian Best Books of 2019
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Faber & Faber Calm Down Zebra 1
Book SynopsisA celebration of colours and patterns from the pair that brought you bestseller NOT YET, ZEBRA.Annie said to the animals, Let's help baby Joe.He's learning his colours, which he doesn't yet know.I'll paint pictures of you please line up for me.If I use the right colours then Joe will soon see.Everyone's favourite, enthusiastic zebra is back, eager to get in on the act as Annie tries to teach her little brother about colours. But although things don't turn out quite the way she imagines, together they make the world a brighter and more beautiful place!''A joy to read aloud . . . guaranteed to win the hearts of all little mischief-makers.'' Lancashire Post
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Faber & Faber Ritas Rabbit
Book SynopsisBe careful what you wish for!Rita really really really wanted a rabbit.Spike was NOT a rabbit.He was scaly, scary, scratchy, scrabbly, scrawny, speckled and spiky.Rita is so very sure she wants a fluffy pet rabbit and NOT a scaly, scratchy bearded dragon called Spike . . . But when a fussy, grouchy, messy rabbit comes to stay, she discovers they aren''t necessarily as adorable as they seem. Spike saves the day and Rita is very glad to be rid of the rabbit and very in love with her speckled, scrawny, spiky pet.A very funny text wonderfully complemented by Hannah Peck's witty artwork.
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Faber & Faber Monkey Bedtime
Book SynopsisSuddenly I heard an EEK, a TAP TAP on the pane.A tiny little monkey face was peering through the rain.I''m sure my mom won''t mind, I thought. He''s really very small.One tiny pygmy marmoset could do no harm at all. . .When a little boy lets a monkey in through his window, he doesn''t expect it to bring all its friends!But when he is followed by six red-handed howlers, six macaques, ten capuchins and two great big baboons there''s going to be trouble! Surely mum will notice the banana skins, the toothpaste, the handprints on the walls . . .Will he ever get to bed with all this monkeying around?Alex''s hilarious rhyming text matched with Pauline''s expressive illustrations makes for the perfect bedtime read!
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Faber & Faber Jennyanydots The Old Gumbie Cat 1 Old Possums
Book SynopsisI have a Gumbie Cat in mind, her name is Jennyanydots.Her coat is of the tabby kind, with tiger stripes and leopard spots.All day she sits upon the stair or on the steps or on the mat:She sits and sits and sits and sits and that's what makes a Gumbie Cat!But the Old Gumbie Cat gets busy at the end of the day, teaching and cooking, and getting the mice, cockroaches and beetles organised!The sixth gorgeous Cats picture book with lively and colourful illustrations by Arthur Robins.
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