Children & Teen Fiction Books
Penguin Random House Children's UK Little Red Riding Hood Ladybird First Favourite
Book SynopsisThe classic fairy tale - Little Red Riding Hood - from Ladybird!A perfect introduction to the classic story Little Red Riding Hood. Find out why grandmother has such big teeth! Part of the Ladybird First Favourite Tales series - a perfect introduction to fairy tales for preschoolers - it contains amusing pictures and lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children. Ideal for reading aloud and sharing with 2-4 year olds.Ladybird''s First Favourite Tales series is hugely popular and is a great introduction to the most important fairytales. 2011 brought a new look and great covers to the series, but the books are still just as fun to read as ever.Make sure you look out for the other tales in the series, too!The Elves and the Shoemaker; Goldilocks and the Three Bears; The Gingerbread Man; Little Red Riding Hood; The Three Little Pigs; The Three Billy Goats Gruff
£5.99
Kodansha Comics Blue Period 16
£12.60
Hachette Children's Group Spy Fox and Agent Feathers
Book SynopsisCan a crafty fox and a genius chicken complete an epic rescue mission... without one of them getting eaten? A funny action-adventure story from bestselling children''s author Dermot O''Leary, with glorious illustrations from Claire Powell.Charles Redfearn is one of Britain''s very best spies. He''s dashing, he''s clever . . . but he can''t stop chasing chickens. He is a fox, after all.When his French cousin goes missing in action, along with some vital war plans, Charles is forced to pair up with Gertrude Featherhorn - chicken and master code-breaker - to have any chance of a successful rescue. But will he be able to control his appetite?Featuring the cunning French Resistance, a daring castle break-in and a race against time to stop plans falling into the wrong hands, Charles and Gertrude''s mission is going to be even more important than they could have imagined!Set during the Second World War, this amazing story brings history alive i
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Dream On
Book SynopsisA warm and witty football tale. Baljit dreams of football stardom. When the chance of a lifetime comes along in the form of a national team's rep, he is sure that his parents will disapprove and so a chain of lies begins. Will Baljit's fibs mean the end of his dreams? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 12+ A warm and witty football tale from teen favourite Bali Rai. Baljit works in his dad's chippy but dreams of football stardom. When the chance of a lifetime comes along in the form of a national team's rep, Baljit works in his dad's chippy but dreams of football stardom. When the chance of a lifetime comes along in the form of a national team's rep, he is sure that his parents will disapprove and so a chain of lies begins. Will Baljit's fibs mean the end of his potential football stardom, or will his dreams win out? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 12+
£7.59
Dinosaur Books Ltd Children of the Benin Kingdom
Book SynopsisAda has lived close to the great rainforest for her whole life, helping her beloved Papa Eze to heal fellow villagers when they fall sick. But when Papa Eze himself becomes ill, he knows it's time to reveal to Ada her true heritage - time for her to travel deep into the forest to discover the ancient Edo kingdom of Benin, and to use everything within her power to heal the terrible divisions that are tearing the kingdom apart. Relying on her close friendships, the guidance of her ancestors and her own self-belief, Ada sets off on an incredible journey which tests her strengths to their limit. A fast-paced adventure, this story brings to life one of Africa's most fascinating civilizations, the ancient Edo Kingdom of Benin. This is an immersive adventure story and perfect for any child who enjoys being transported to another world. It fits well with the increasing interest in African fiction and stories that are inclusive, diverse and explore a greater range of cultures, stories and settings. The historical Benin Kingdom is now an option for UK primary teachers at KS2, (ages 7 - 11) and as exciting, accurate historical fiction this is the perfect reader for teachers looking to diversify their history teaching. The book includes a factual section at the end, to help readers widen their knowledge of the ancient Kingdom of Benin and West African culture and traditions. Teachers notes, linked to the text, are also available to download for free from the publishers, Dinosaur Books Ltd.Trade Review"A riveting historical adventure; this is a fast-paced story of a resourceful and feisty young girl determined to find out where she came from and where she fits into society." -- Books For Keeps children's fiction magazine -- "When reading this book, you become completely absorbed into the culture of the West African people ... because the story is rich and gripping." --The Reading Zone Book Reviews
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Mermaid in the Millpond
Book SynopsisHistory and myth entwine in this atmospheric tale of freedom and friendship from bestselling author Lucy Strange and acclaimed illustrator Pam Smy. History and myth entwine in this atmospheric tale of freedom and friendship from bestselling author Lucy Strange and acclaimed illustrator Pam Smy. Bess has left the London workhouse behind for a job at a rural cotton mill. But life at the mill is hard and cruel – a far cry from the fresh start Bess hoped for. The only way to survive is to escape, but the mill is like a prison with no way out. Meanwhile, rumours are spreading about a vicious creature that lurks in the millpond. Bess is sure it’s all nonsense, until one night she sees something stir in the murky water. But is it really a monster that lives in the depths of the pond? Or a creature trapped and alone, just like Bess, desperate to escape …Trade Review"A slight but poignant novella … We need a follow-up" – The Times Children's Book of the Week "Evocative and eerie … Another bite-size delight from Barrington Stoke" – Karen McCombie "A gripping story of courage, kindness and friendship full of supernatural overtones and with a convincing Industrial Revolution setting" – Books for Keeps "[An] evocative slice of historical drama … a book that transports us from our world to an almost timeless zone of wonder in amongst the darkness" – The Bookbag "Top class storytelling in short form" – Ipswich Children's Book Group
£6.99
Simon & Schuster Ltd Secrets of a Christmas Elf
Book SynopsisThe brilliant blockbuster from Ben Miller - the perfect book for all the family. It's business as usual in the run up to Christmas at Santa's Workshop - and toy elves Holly and Tog are busy making gifts for children all around the world. But Father Christmas isn't feeling well, and Holly is worried that things won't be finished on time. Inventing a robot to help out with festive duties seems like a fantastic idea, until Father Christmas is KIDNAPPED and a race against time to save him and the big day begins. A funny and heartwarming story from the King of Christmas, Ben Miller – the perfect sized gift for all the family! Discover the magic of life as a Christmas Elf in all three laugh-out-loud stories that will take you round the world on Santa’s sleigh, including Diary of a Christmas Elf and the brand new Adventures of a Christmas Elf – OUT NOW!Praise for
£9.49
HarperCollins UK New Arrivals at Willow Farm
Book SynopsisA duo of heartwarming tales bringing to life the goings-on at Willow Farm from animal-story maestro, Helen Peters.There are two cute new arrivals down on Willow Farm, but they're both having a difficult start.Snowy the Sheepdog seems to be better at making friends with the sheep than herding them. He'll be sent away unless he can earn his place.Poor Cowslip the calf is missing her mum. None of the other animals seem to want to make friends until a strange-looking new creature arrives who's just as lonely as Cowslip.Follow the adventures of Snowy and Cowslip as they find their feet on the farm.
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The City Beyond the Stars
Book Synopsis“Zohra is such an exciting storyteller - I was held spellbound throughout.' Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky SongSet in a lavish world of sorceresses, alchemists, jinn and flying carpets, this spine-tingling middle-grade book is perfect for fans of Kiran Millwood Hargrave and Sophie Anderson. Confined to a besieged Settlement, Yara longs to free her mother from the alchemists in the City of Zehaira. When Yara receives a message from her mother to find the hidden residence of the Grand High Sorceress, it sets her on a different path. Yara and her friends set off on an adventure to find her mother’s home, and to seek out a secret magic that her mother was working on – magic so powerful that it could defeat the alchemists once and for all. But the wicked alchemist Omair Firaaz is on her trail and will stop at nothing to gain the power himself… Can Yara and her friends find the magic that could be t
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Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Pte Ltd Butternut & Buttercup
Book SynopsisButternut and Buttercup are like two peas in a pod. It’s Buttercup’s birthday and Butternut doesn’t want to spoil their sweet friendship with a sour gift. He visits old and new friends for advice and goes on an exciting exploration of food and friendship, where he discovers so much more than the perfect present.
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Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Pte Ltd Manju's Stupendous Masala Thosai
Book SynopsisManju dreams up an amazing one-of-a-kind masala thosai but Neil calls it a disastrous monstrosity! To prove him wrong, Manju races across the neighbourhood to put her creation together. Will she succeed? Join Manju and her friends in this tale of multicultural teamwork and friendship, as they discover how despite cultural differences, our favourite foods are in fact very similar.
£8.54
Simon & Schuster Ltd She Gets the Girl at Christmas
Book SynopsisShe Gets the Girl at Christmas
£7.89
Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Pte Ltd Miracles and Magic: When a Child Sleeps
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Walker Books Ltd Rex Dinosaur in Disguise
Book SynopsisA comedy of errors starring the instantly-loveable Rex the first book in a fantastically funny series for 7+ readers, from Lollies Prize winning author-illustrator Elys Dolan.Rex is king of the dinosaurs: carnivores want to be him and herbivores want to be eaten by him... That is, until a pesky Ice Age comes along and he winds up frozen solid in a glacier. When he wakes up, 65 million years later, human beings rule the roost and if they get their hands on Rex, he''ll wind up in a zoo. (Or, worse: a MUSEUM.)Lucky for him, Rex isn''t the only undercover creature in town. He''s whisked out of danger by the one and only Bigfoot, who has been surviving among the humans undetected for years. Bigfoot and his friends show Rex how to get by in the humans'' world, and soon there''s only one thing left for him to do: GET A JOB.But that''s easier said than done ... and with a meddling nine-year-old neighbour to deal with, and the constant risk of discovery, lifeTrade ReviewIt's a laugh out read -- Emma Lee Potter * Daily Mirror *See what happens in this very funny story with adorable characters and plenty of food for thought […] Full of gorgeous pictures it is a great bridge from picture book to novel, but enjoyable for all abilities. I love it! -- Debbie Williams * Primary Times *Elys Dolan triumphs again, this time in the form of Rex, an out-of-time dinosaur […] Crazy, thoughtful comedy reigns. Elys’ writing is brilliantly funny, full of absurd situations and Rex is a captivating character; oh! there’s a super subplot too. The story also has subtle messages about tolerance, letting people live how they wish, and the vital importance of thinking for yourself. Full of giggle worthy details, the subtly coloured cartoon style illustrations are hilarious and there are occasional plans, maps and speech bubbles to keep readers engaged, further adding to the humour. KS2 readers will devour this. -- Jill Bennett * Red Reading Hub *Elys Dolan deals with a wide range of themes with humour and excitement in this illustrated story. Besides encouraging children to think about tolerance and acceptance, allowing everyone to be themselves, the story also encompasses friendship, family and fake news. An appealing, fun package which should attract young readers, this could be used as a class read aloud and to encourage reading for pleasure. -- Jayne * Just Imagine *I like the comic strips and illustrations. I read it fast because I loved it too much. * Toppsta.com *
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Hachette Children's Group The Vampire Diaries 4 The Reunion
Book SynopsisA fantastic series from the bestselling author of The Night World.
£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Orchard Greek Myths
Book SynopsisDiscover the drama and thrill of sixteen classic Ancient Greek myths in this glorious story collection.Featuring all of the best-known stories, including Theseus & the Minotaur, Heracles, Daedalus & Icarus, The Wooden Horse and Pandora''s Box. Retold by master storyteller, Geraldine McCaughrean, with full colour artwork throughout, this is an essential for every child''s bookshelf.These powerful stories are brought to a young modern audience with a verve and simplicity that makes them shine in our minds - Michael RosenStories included: Theseus and the MinotaurPandora''s BoxPerseus and MedusaJason and the Golden FleeceDaedalus and IcarusOrpheus and EurydiceArachneThe Wooden Horse of TroyKing MidasPersephone and the Pomegranate SeedsEcho and NarcissusThe Twelve Labours of HeraclesOdysseusApollo and DaphneAtalanta''s RaceFreedom for PrometheusTrade ReviewMagnificent... ensuring another generation gets the best possible introduction to these classics. * Good Book Guide *
£999.99
Sourcebooks, Inc My Life with the Walter Boys Netflix Series TieIn
Book SynopsisA New York Times BestsellerNow a Netflix series!When a tragic accident leads Jackie to move into a house filled with eleven boys, she gets far more than she ever expected. This sweet YA romance is perfect for fans of Kasie West and Jenny Hanand is one of the most beloved Wattpad books ever!Moving in with eleven boys was not part of the plan.Jackie''s goal is perfectionperfect grades, the perfect look, getting into the perfect school. If she can achieve that, then maybe her too-busy mom and dad will take notice. But when her parents die in a tragic accident, Jackie is shipped off across the country to live with the Walters, her new guardianswho just happen to have eleven sons (plus a daughter who is basically one of the boys).The Walter boys are loud, dirty, annoyingand, okay, some of the older boys might be Greek god level hot, but they don''t think a city girl belongs on their horse ranch. How is Jackie supposed to fit into their c
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Hachette Children's Group Moles Star
Book SynopsisA magical, star-filled picture book about learning to share the wonders of our world.Every evening, Mole comes out of his burrow to watch the twinkling stars in the sky above. How he wishes he could have them for his very own! Then one night he sees a shooting star, and suddenly his wish comes true. There''s just one problem: now that Mole''s burrow is full of beautiful, shining stars, none of the other animals can enjoy them . . .Written and illustrated by the award-winning Britta Teckentrup, this beautiful picture book will spark conversations about sharing, friendship and using the resources of our world responsibly.Look out for more books from Britta Teckentrup:Little Mouse and the Red Wall The Memory TreeMy Hand in Your HandNever Take a Bear to School
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HarperCollins Publishers Stellar
Book SynopsisWhen disaster strikes on the International Space Station, Stella needs a whole galaxy of luck to return safely to Earth. Bestselling author Chris Bradford crafts Gravity for younger readers in this gripping outer-space thriller.Stella is astounded by the stars. But her brother Ryan is bored with space already. Less than a week into their family holiday on the Space Hotel orbiting Earth, he's moaning that there's nothing to do.Their parents suggest the two of them go on an excursion to the International Space Station Museum. But during the space walk, disaster strikes. A massive solar flare sends a deadly wave of electromagnetic radiation hurtling towards the EarthIn the panic to return to the Space Hotel, Ryan's jet-pack malfunctions and Stella has to rescue him before he spirals off into deep space. With only minutes before the solar flare hits, they're forced to shield themselves inside the ISS.The solar flare short-circuits its systems and causes the ISS to drift out of orbit. With
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Illustrated Stories from the Greek Myths
Book SynopsisA collection of Greek myths, featuring the Greek heroes and monsters, with six stories starring Perseus and Medusa, Pegasus, Heracles, Odysseus, the Wooden Horse and the Minotaur. It includes a section after the stories that gives more details on the various gods and other Greek myths.Trade ReviewJust the right present for young children. * Shetland Times *There are many versions of the myths for children out there, but I was particularly wowed by the beautiful illustrations in this one. My seven year-old loved the gore... Perfect bedtime reading for the not-so-squeamish. * The Guardian *
£15.29
Olympia Publishers A Dog Named Chuck
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Hachette Children's Group The Wizards of Once Knock Three Times
Book SynopsisThe No.1 bestselling series from current Waterstones Children''s Laureate and author of How To Train Your Dragon, Cressida Cowell. Enter a land of wizards, warriors, mythical creatures and powerful Magic in an exciting fantasy adventure.Wish and Xar are outlaws on the run, hunted by Warriors, Wizards and worst of all by WITCHES ...Can they find the ingredients for the spell to get rid of Witches before the Kingwitch gets his talons on the Magic-that-Works-on-Iron?Their next Quest is the most terrifying and treacherous of all ... and someone is going to betray them. Are you ready to KNOCK THREE TIMES?''A rollercoaster of suspense and surprise'' GUARDIAN''Cowell is moving towards national treasure'' BIG ISSUE''Another coup from Cowell'' SUNDAY TIMESTrade ReviewWorld-conquering * The Guardian *
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Hachette Children's Group Heartstopper Volume 4
Book SynopsisNow in gorgeous special-edition hardback: with an extra never-before-in-print mini-comic A VERY SPECIAL DAY, beautiful endpapers and an exquisite foiled cover, this is an unmissable edition. Fourth in the bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel series about life, love, and everything that happens in between. *Also an acclaimed live-action Netflix series!*''Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.'' RAINBOW ROWELL, author of Carry OnBoy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. Charlie didn''t think Nick could ever like him back, but now they''re officially boyfriends. Charlie''s beginning to feel ready to say those three little words: I love you. Nick''s been feeling the same, but he''s got a lot on his mind - not least coming out to his dad, and the fact that Charlie might have an eating disorder. As summer turns to autumn and a new school year begins, Charlie and Nick Trade ReviewA touching tale of teen love and accepting who you are * The Independent *
£16.14
Hachette Children's Group Monkey King and the World of Myths The Battle of
Book SynopsisThe second book in the hilarious graphic novel series about the mischievous Monkey King, who must battle the man-eating Minotaur in Greece to become a god - with the help of his soon-to-be-potty-trained three-headed dog! Perfect for fans of anime, Jamie Smart and Louie Stowell''s Loki.
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers The Boy Who Slept Through Christmas
Book SynopsisDive in to this funny and debut heart-warming magical (and musical!) adventure from star of stage and screen, Matt Lucas a festive modern classic for young readers of 8-12!CHILDREN'S FICTION DEBUT OF THE YEAR 2023Nearly as good as one of my books' David WalliamsLeo LOVES Christmas.And this Christmas needs to be absolutely perfect, because it's the first one without Mum. Only it all keeps going wrong!???? The fairylights are in a tangle???? The Christmas cards aren't finished?? The tree isn't decorated?? And the Christmas cakes have all been destroyed!Soon Leo decides he's had enough he makes a heartfelt wish that it would all GO AWAY.Then Leo wakes up on what SHOULD be Christmas Day and it's gone!! All of Christmas! But Leo isn't going to let it escape that easily . . .Join Leo as he sets out on a mission to undo his wish and get Christmas back in the brand-new festive classic by bestselling author Matt Lucas.Home Alone meets A Christmas Carol in a hilarious adventure with a big dollop of festive magic. Funny, sensitive and emotional in all the best ways, this warm and seasonal family story touches ever so gently on childhood grief but is wrapped up in a chaotic and heart-warming adventure.Listen to over 20 original songs, written and recorded by Matt to accompany the story, bringing the joy of a musical to book form!
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Sourcebooks The Academy II The Journey Continues
Book SynopsisT.Z. LAYTON is the author of the bestselling and award-winning Academy series, which has been optioned for film and sold translation rights around the world. The author writes adult fiction under Layton Green and is also a soccer dad, youth coach, former collegiate player, and lifelong fan of the beautiful game.
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HarperCollins Publishers BRIGHT
Book SynopsisCrazy Rich Asians meets Gossip Girl by way of Jenny Han in this knock-out sequel, about a Korean American teen who is thrust into the competitive, technicolor world of K-pop, from Jessica Jung, K-pop legend and former lead singer of one of the most influential K-pop girl groups of all time, Girls Generation.Couture gowns, press parties, international travel. Rachel Kim is at the top of her game. Girls Forever is now the number-one K-pop groupin the world, and her fame skyrockets after her viral airport styling attracts the attention of fashion's biggest names. Her life's a swirl of technicolour glamour and adoring fans. Rachel can't imagine shining any brighter.The only thing that's missing is lovebut Rachel's determined to follow the rules. In her world, falling in love can cost you everything.Enter Alex. When Rachel literally falls head over designer heels into his lap on a crowded metro, she's tempted to give up her anti-love vows. Alex is more than just heart-stopping dimples and aTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR SHINE: “Shine is a lush, heart-filled story with a core of whip-smart satire. In Rachel, Jung has created a protagonist both sympathetic and believable, a girl dreaming big in a brutal industry. Prepare to laugh, cry, and devour this all in one sitting.” —Marie Lu, New York Times bestselling author of the Warcross Series
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Hogwarts Library Box Set
Book SynopsisThis gorgeous new paperback edition of the Hogwarts Library brings together three much loved classics from the Wizarding World Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Quidditch Through the Ages and The Tales of Beedle the Bard. Each handsome paperback features stunning colour art by Jonny Duddle and beautiful interior line illustrations by Tomislav Tomic.A treasure trove of magical facts and fairytales, the Hogwarts Library is an essential companion to the Harry Potter series, illuminating everything from the origins of the Golden Snitch to the curious habits of Nifflers and the haunting Tale of the Three Brothers. Required reading in every wizarding household, these are a delight for both wizards and Muggles alike. This set includes the updated edition of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, which features a foreword from J.K. Rowling (writing as acclaimed Magizoologist Newt Scamander) and six new beasts!
£20.40
Simon & Schuster Ltd The Little Match Girl Strikes Back
Book SynopsisIt only takes one strike: A powerful feminist reworking of the Hans Christian Andersen classic, from bestselling and award-winning creators Emma Carroll and Lauren Child. 'Superb. About community and voices and standing up for yourself’ Phil Earle, British Book Award-winning author of When the Sky Falls Bridie works hard to feed her family, selling matches on the streets of Victorian London. After an incident leaves her with only three matches left, the magical strike of each one sees her tumble into visions of a brighter future. Realizing she has the power to change her own fortune, Bridie leads the match factory workers out on strike, achieving the remarkable through their unity and courage. A defiant and empowering retelling of the classic you thought you knew, based on real-life events, this stunning collaboration brought to life in glorious spot colour introduces a bold new heroine for future gene
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Westfallen
Book SynopsisWe didn't mean to change the past. Now we have to win the war. A stunning ''what if?'' story by a bestselling author about two groups of 12-year-olds one in World War Two, one in the present day. Henry, Frances and Lukas are neighbours, and they used to be best friends. But in middle school Frances got emo, Lukas went to private school and Henry just felt left behind. When they come together again for the funeral of a pet gerbil, the three ex-friends make a mind-blowing discovery: a radio, buried in Henry's garden, that allows them to talk to another group of three kids in the same town in New Jersey, USA ... in the same backyard ... eighty years in the past. The kids in 1944 want to know about the future: are there laser guns? Flying cars? Jetpacks, at least? Most of all, they want to know about the outcome of the world war that their dad and brothers are fighting in. Though Henry is cautious he's seen movies about what happens when you disrupt the fabric of time soon the present-day kids are sending their new friends on a mission to rescue a doomed sweet shop. What harm could that do? But one change leads to another, and the six friends accidentally change the course of history in the worst way imaginable: the Nazis winning the war. Now it's up to the friends to change it back.Co-author Ann Brashares is a New York Times bestseller for The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants, here writing with her fellow children''s author and brother Ben for the first time.
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Storm of Lies
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Ministry of Mischief
Book SynopsisStep into a land where being bad is one BIG adventure. A hilarious journey filled with naughty magical creatures and unexpected friendships from Alex Foulkes, the bestselling author of Rules for Vampires, illustrated by Nikolas Ilic. Perfect for Halloween! Joey and Harry do NOT like each other. Stuck together on a school trip to a museum, things couldn’t get any worse, until they meet some incorrigible monsters! The monsters are on a field trip of their own, bringing BAD LUCK to the human world. Quickly, they decide to take the children back to where they’ve come from and feed them to their king. But what exactly lies ahead for Joey and Harry at the Ministry of Mischief? Will they make it back home in time for tea? Or will they be stuck with these misbehaving monsters forever?Praise for Rules for Vampires by Alex Foulkes: 'Fans of
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Walker Books Ltd Nic Blake and the Remarkables The Book of Anansi
Book SynopsisAn inventive and suspenseful fantasy by superstar author Angie Thomas, and the highly anticipated sequel to the instant #1 New York Times bestseller.All of Nic's dreams have come true at last. After years of living in hiding as a Remarkable in an Unremarkable world, she has a big family, a forever home, and a chance to learn the Gift at Manifestor school. But then she's given a deadly ultimatum: find the Book of Anansi or put her family's life in peril. Not only does no one know where the book is they don't even believe it exists.Nic must team up again with her twin brother, Alex, and her best friend J.P. to complete this impossible mission or risk losing it all.
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Simon & Schuster Ltd I Shall Never Fall in Love
Book Synopsis'I am obsessed with this book.' Alice OsemanA joyfully queer and stunningly romantic graphic novel inspired by the work of Jane Austen and perfect for fans of Heartstopper, Bloom and Lex Croucher. George has always been in love with their best friend, Eleanor – and has always tried to ignore it. Now Eleanor is coming of age and expected to marry a suitable man, it doesn’t matter how George feels – they have to let her go. Besides, George is busy avoiding their aunt’s matchmaking, taking over the failing family estate, and trying to keep their dressing in men’s clothes a secret. Eleanor has always wanted to do everything ‘right,’ including falling in love – but she’s never met a boy she’s interested in. She’s more concerned with finding the perfect match for her cousin Charlotte, and working out why George is suddenly pulling away.
£11.69
Walker Books Ltd Tomorrows Ghost
Book SynopsisA pacy historical time-slip adventure for middle grade readers, from the Carnegie Medal-winning author of Apache and Buffalo Soldier.Haunted by the past, can Anna rewrite the future?1976: Twelve-year-old Anna, bored and lonely away from her friends for the summer, finds herself dreaming about a girl from 1919 a neglected and lonely girl living in a mansion with an austere and unloving grandfather. As Anna's dreams grow more vivid, she realizes that the girl from the past is calling out to her and that Anna must cross time to save her from an untimely death...
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Playing the Field
Book SynopsisA football inspired YA rom-com, perfect for fans of Ted Lasso, The Cheat Sheet and Icebreaker ALL IS FAIR IN LOVE AND FOOTBALL... Durham University have the best women’s football team in the League and their star striker Sadie McGrath hopes that winning this year might lead her to being picked up by one of the National Teams. The male team is much less impressive – they’ve never won the league and are facing relegation unless they can improve by the end of the season. But now the unthinkable has been asked of Sadie; to train the cocky, new male striker who has just moved over from the US. Arlo Hudson is a know-it-all who refuses to follow direction, and argues with her every lesson. Sadie can’t stand him, even if all the other girls do think he’s dreamy. What will happen when the two spend so much time together alone… Wi
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Walker Books Ltd Nouras Crescent Moon An Eid Story
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HarperCollins Publishers Amelia Fang and the Lost Yeti Treasures
Book SynopsisThe perfect mix of funny, foul and fearful' MetroBrilliantly imagined laugh-out-loud funny' Sunday ExpressThe fifth book in the bestselling, gorgeously gothic and wickedly funny Amelia Fang series perfect for readers of 7+Meet Amelia Fang! Everyone's favourite little vampire.When Amelia and her friends are invited to Florence''s grandmother 350th birthday party, they are very excited! Grand-yeti Clemence lives in the Yeti Pits, a maze of candle-lit tunnels and caves carved into Yeti Mountain.But not long after arriving, the precious glittery treasures of the ancient yetis start to go missing. And when Tangine goes missing too he becomes the prime suspect! Not only that but the tunnels of Yeti Mountain have started to collapse on themselves and it looks like Florence and her family will have to move far away. It''s looking like the gang might never see each other again!Will Amelia be able to solve the mystery of the missing yeti treasure? And will she and her friends survive the perilTrade Review‘The perfect mix of funny, foul and fearful’ ', Metro '‘Brilliantly imagined . . . laugh-out-loud funny’', Sunday Express
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HarperCollins Publishers Rabunzel
Book SynopsisA uniquely silly and rebellious twist on a favourite fairy tale with a fabulously foiled cover!Rabunzel, Rabunzel, let down your ears!Rabunzel has a teeny tufty tail, a twitchy nose and two wide brown eyes. She also has VERY long ears so long that her mother worries they will make her easy bait for the hungry creatures of the forest.The answer? Rabunzel must be kept safe in towering hutch, high in the sky. Here Rabunzel waits grumpily for her mother''s daily visit with carrots and fresh lettuce, letting down her ears so she can climb up the tower.But one day, it isn''t her mother who climbs up Rabunzel''s very long earsThe first hilarious title in a fun-filled fairytale series with empowering messages for young readers!Perfect for fans of The Fairytale Hairdresser and The Lion Inside series.Look out for Cindergorilla, based on the classic Cinderella!Trade Review‘Fizzing with energy . . . a gloriously silly but also empowering story’ – Julia Eccleshare, Pick of the Month, LoveReading4Kids
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Insight Editions Avatar: The Last Airbender: Legacy
Book SynopsisAang, the much-loved hero of Nickelodeon’s hit animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender, takes readers on an exciting and interactive journey through his thrilling world.Earth. Air. Fire. Water. These are the four nations that lived in harmony until the Fire Nation attacked. For the next hundred years, war raged across the globe. It was believed that all inhabitants from the Air Nation had perished. Then, a girl and her brother discovered a twelve-year-old boy frozen in an iceberg. His name: Aang. He is the Avatar, the master of all four elements. Together Aang and his friends went on to save the world! Now a man, Aang looks back on these adventurous years—from being found in the ice to fighting epic battles to negotiating peace. This is Aang’s story, his mementos, and keepsakes. Avatar: The Last Airbender: Legacy is the collection that Aang passes down to his son Tenzin, who will one day be a master Airbender, too. Readers will relish Aang’s heroic tales and the posters, clippings, cards, and maps he gathered along the way! About the Insight Legends series Insight Legends is a collectible pop culture library featuring books that take an in-depth look at iconic characters and other elements from the worlds of comics, movies, television, and video games. Packed with amazing removable items that give the books an immersive, interactive feel, the series delivers unparalleled insight into the best-loved heroes and villains in modern fiction and the worlds they inhabit
£17.85
Walker Books Ltd I Love My New Toy
Book SynopsisOne of a series of delightfully humorous award-winning tales for beginner readers from the internationally acclaimed author-illustrator of Don''t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! and Knuffle BunnyGerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. In I Love My New Toy!, Piggie can't wait to show Gerald her brand-new toy. But will an accidentally broken toy accidentally break a friendship?Trade ReviewWonderfully expressive pictures . . . a book which stands out from the majority of early readers * Parents in Touch *
£6.79
Second Story Press Vee in Between
Book SynopsisVee?s favorite bedtime story is the night she met her parents. When Vee was nine months old, they flew to China to bring her home. But when she struggles to keep up in Chinese dance class and a woman at the grocery store makes Vee feel like she doesn?t belong, her white parents don?t always understand. Vee wants to embrace every part of herself, but it?s hard when it feels like she has to choose. With help from another adoptee, can Vee find a way to celebrate being in between?
£11.69
Walker Books Ltd Agent Asha Mission Shark Bytes
Book SynopsisComputer code just got dangerous in this action-packed spy adventure seriesAsha Joshi has the perfect excuse not to finish her homework. She''s just been recruited to join the top-secret Children''s Spy Agency. Her first mission: SAVE THE WORLD. Can she do it? Asha''s a coder so she should be able to hack into the biggest tech company in the world, fight deadly sharks and figure out why the Internet has stopped working. All before bedtime. Easy, right?The story is a great way to engage young readers in coding, critical-thinking and STEM. It is mapped onto key National Curriculum Computing KS1 and KS2 concepts including algorithms, conditionals and debugging.Trade ReviewI certainly feel Asha's unique adventure, together with Tumble - her robo hamster sidekick, will be a hit with lower KS2. -- Teacher * Toppsta * A fantastic class novel, with a strong Asian female character, all about coding and computers with a sprinkling of fart jokes - what could be better? -- Sycamore Grove * Toppsta * This is a great book because it is different to other mysteries! Asha uses the kind of coding we learn at school. I love doing coding and it's really good to see it in a story ... I think lots of kids will enjoy this book because it's exciting and there are some fun, silly bits (like the farting selfie stick). I'm looking forward to the next book in the series! -- Reviewer, 10 Years Old * Toppsta * A lot of kids use computers and do coding at school so I think most people will enjoy this book because it's exciting, I would read more in the series. -- Ewan, 10 Years Old * Toppsta * First in a new series blending science, technology, engineering and maths with deadly adventure. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
£6.64
HarperCollins Publishers Until Proven Guilty
Book SynopsisBrand new edition of a bestselling thriller.Nathan's world is turned upside down when his dad's falsely accused of a murder. He sets out to prove the police is wrong, but time is not on his side. Can he convince them that his dad's not guilty? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic teen readers. Brand new edition of a bestselling thriller by Nigel Hinton. Nathan's world is turned upside down when his dad's falsely accused of a murder. He sets out to prove the police is wrong, but time is not on his side. Can he convince them that his dad's not guilty? Thriller. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic teen readers.
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Walker Books Ltd Midwinter Burning
Book SynopsisA historical time-slip adventure for middle grade readers, from the Carnegie Medal-winning author of Apache and Buffalo Soldier.Alfie Wright? Alfie Wrong, more like. Alfie has never really fitted in anywhere he doesn''t have any friends, and even his mum seems embarrassed of him. So when he's evacuated to a farm in rural Devon run by kind old Aunt Bell and her gentle giant of a son, Alfie can't believe his luck. The War seems a long way off, and among the cows and pigs and geese Alfie''s happier than he's ever been especially when he makes friends with one of the local boys, Snidge. But Snidge, for all his friendliness, is not all he appears. And the mystery that surrounds him seems to be connected to the Midwinter Burning, an annual ritual held at the Standing Stones, high up on the cliffs. Aunt Bell says it's all just a bit of harmless superstition, but when Snidge goes missing, Alfie finally discovers who his friend really is and relives theTrade ReviewLandman is a natural storyteller, always engrossing. * The Times *A thrilling, compelling timeslip novel for 9+ from a Carnegie-winning author, with echoes of Goodnight Mr Tom and Stig of the Dump * Children and teens roundup, Guardian *a gripping, original blend of Goodnight Mr. Tom, and The Wicker Man […] An outstanding story about how courage can redeem both past and present. * New Statesman *featured in 'Young & YA Reads' list in BookTime * BookTime *"This exhilirating, historical time-slip adventure has moments of real terror as well as joy, and is perfect for fans of Phil Earle, Clive King, and Philippa Pearce." -- Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller *
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HarperCollins Publishers Little Gems – The Beach Puppy
Book SynopsisWorldwide bestseller Holly Webb makes her Barrington Stoke debut with a truly adorable sausage dog tale! Ruby’s dad has arrived home with a wonderful surprise – Coco the sausage dog puppy! And when the family go on holiday to the seaside, of course Coco will be coming too. The beach is a thrilling place for a dog – so many sights, smells and holes to dig! Ruby and Coco can’t wait to spend the day splashing in the waves and playing in the sand. But disaster strikes when Coco disappears. Suddenly she’s lost and all alone on the huge, busy beach … Will she ever find her way back to Ruby? Worldwide bestseller Holly Webb makes her Barrington Stoke debut with a truly adorable sausage-dog tale!Trade Review"An adorable sausage dog story, perfect for newly independent readers" –The Bookseller "Nobody does animal stories better than Holly Webb! … truly adorable … The Beach Puppy is a hands-on winner for all little animal lovers" – Lancashire Evening Post "Full of bright illustrations, short action-packed chapters and a captivating story. It's perfect for young readers who are ready to make a move from simple picture books to something a bit more grown-up" – Kate Heap, Scope for Imagination "A heart warming tale sure to make readers want a Coco for themselves!" – My Shelves are Full "Charming … Beautiful, colourful illustrations accompany this lovely, fun tale, and are sure to delight readers … A perfect summer, seaside story" – Rich Simpson, What I Read Blog
£6.99
Scholastic Oliver Twist
Book SynopsisThe story of orphaned Oliver, who runs away from the workhouse onlyto be taken in by a den of thieves and plunged into a dark criminalunderworld of vivid and memorable characters - the arch-villainFagin, the artful Dodger, the menacing Bill Sikes and kind-heartedNancy.
£7.44
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Witch Switch
Book Synopsis_______________This is a witch story like no other and it's a blast!' BooksellerBrilliantly magical' Tom Fletcher Book Club_______________The second book in the hilarious Witch Wars series for kids aged 7+, perfect for fans of The Worst Witch.Tiga Whicabim is settling in to the witchy, glitzy world of Ritzy City. Peggy is Top Witch, and Tiga is enjoying life at the Brews'' house with Fluffanora. But when Fran the Fabulous Fairy visits Linden House and finds Peggy has gone leaving behind only a note to say she is ''AWAY WITH THE FAIRIES'' and has left the evil Felicity Bat in charge the girls realise something is very wrong. And then witches all across town start to disappear. Tiga and Fluffanora set out to investigate and discover an old, unsolved Sinkville mystery that might just be the key to it all.Trade ReviewWitch Switch... is also far madder and funnier than it is scary. In this second title in the Witch Wars Adventure series, Tiga Whicabim is well on her way to becoming a witch. But there is much that can stand in her way including Felicity Bat and Aggie Hoof who’s intentions are far from admirable! Magic and mayhem rule in this ebullient romp of an adventure. -- Julia Eccleshare * The Guardian *This book is hilarious, making me laugh out loud. It is a brilliant sequel to Witch Wars because the stories fit together like jigsaw pieces. * Guardian Child Reviewer *Silly spells, delectable dresses, magical mishaps and ridiculous riddles, this is a witch story like no other - and it's a blast! * Bookseller on Witch Wars *A completely fresh and fun take on witches, Witch Wars is for anyone who likes magic, adventure, fashion or a fabulous story * Booktrust *The craziest and funniest book I've read in ages. WITCH WARS IS A GO! * Andy Stanton, author of Mr Gum *This is a witchy story unlike any other, full of fun and hilarity. * Parents in Touch *
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