Children & Teen Fiction Books
Union Square & Co. Spineless
Book SynopsisWild boar, alligators, hammerhead sharks . . . Can twelve-year-old Algie Emsworth survive the swamps of South Florida? More importantly, can he survive his asthma attacks long enough to make a scientific discovery and fulfill his dream of becoming a real naturalist? With the help of Frankie and Lulu, intrepid heiresses to the Hotel Paraíso, Algie embarks on the adventure of a lifetime as he escapes certain death, discovers a brand-new species, and goes head-to-head with diabolical thieves, all while a deadly and mysterious red tide ravages the beaches and a possible curse threatens to close down the Hotel Paraíso for good. Can Algie, Frankie, and Lulu save themselves, solve the mystery of the hotel's curse, and save their never-before-seen species? San Miguel concocts a comical and exciting tale that leads to a wild, suspenseful, storm-tossed climax while weaving in thoughtful ruminations on the necessity of giving science, people, and nature their just dues, too. Booklist, Starred
£8.21
Union Square & Co. A Sky Full of Song
Book SynopsisThis heartwarming, beautifully written middle-grade historicalnovel about an untold American frontier story is destined to be a cherished classic. North Dakota, 1905 After fleeing persecution in the Russian Empire, eleven-year-old Shoshana and her family, Jewish immigrants, start a new life on the prairie. Shoshana takes fierce joy in the wild beauty of the plains and the thrill of forging a new, American identity. But it's not as simple for her older sister, Libke, who misses their Ukrainian village and doesn't pick up English as quickly or make new friends as easily. Desperate to fit in, Shoshana finds herself hiding her Jewish identity in the face of prejudice, just as Libke insists they preserve it. For the first time, Shoshana is at odds with her beloved sister, and has to look deep inside herself to realize that her family's difference is their greatest strength. By listening to the music that's lived in her heart all along, Shoshana finds new meaning in the Jewish expressiTrade Review2024 Sydney Taylor Book Award Middle Grade Honor Winner “Frequent parallels to the Little House series accentuate how different Shoshana’s experience is from the White, Christian, mythically American lives of her classmates . . . . A moving, gently kind coming-to-America story. A lesser-known Jewish American history offers a plainspoken message about assimilation and self-love.” —Kirkus Reviews “Meyer layers richly detailed depictions of Jewish traditions, stunning descriptions of the landscape, and a highly sympathetic narrator to convey an underreported historical arc.” —Publishers Weekly “This character-driven storyline shines in descriptive passages . . . . A Sky Full of Song is a thoughtful piece of middle-grade historical fiction featuring a sympathetic protagonist from an underrepresented community.” —Shelf Awareness “Solid historical fiction that fleshes out the diversity of the pioneer experience.” —School Library Journal “The narrative easily interweaves the issues that Jewish immigrants dealt with in the early 20th century . . . . How Shoshana resolves her feelings . . . makes the ending satisfying without being cloying.” —The Arts Fuse “A different kind of prairie story has arisen, one that seeks in some manner to correct the past.” —The Wall Street Journal “[A] beautifully written novel that also touches on the forced removal of Native Americans.” —Book Riot “Gorgeous, immersive prose captures the closeness of the family’s village, the ever-present threats of violence, and the vastness of the Great Plains. The tension between those who want to preserve their customs and those who want to assimilate as soon as possible is a common theme in Jewish immigration stories, one that Meyer makes fresh and tangible through her focus on a little-known experience and her weaving of music into the story.” —Historical Novel Review
£12.99
Walker Books Ltd The Worlds Worst Alien Fights Back
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£7.59
O'Brien Press Ltd Small Magics
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£8.54
Nosy Crow Ltd Dungeon Runners Fang Attack
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£6.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK King Of Shadows
Book SynopsisI lay very still, with all my senses telling me that I had gone mad. The plague? Nobody's had the plague for centuries . . .Nathan Field, a talented young actor, arrives at the newly rebuilt Globe Theatre in London to play Puck in A Midsummer Night's Dream. As rehearsals begin, eerie echoes of the past begin to haunt Nat, and he falls sick with a mysterious sickness.When he wakes, Nat finds himself in 1599, an actor at the original Globe - and his co-star is none other than the King of Shadows himself: William Shakespeare.Nat's new life is full of excitement, danger and the passionate friendship that he has longed for since the tragic death of his parents. But why has he been sent to the past - and is he trapped there forever?Trade ReviewA masterful novel * Publishers Weekly *
£999.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK Rosie's Walk
Book SynopsisRosie's walk around the farmyard, pursued by the hungry but clumsy fox, has become a beacon in the world of children's picture books, an ever-popular classic which generations have enjoyed. Children love the humour of this near-wordless story. One disaster after another befalls the poor fox while Rosie goes on her way, supremely unaware of the danger behind her.Now at a wonderful larger size, this re-issue wil bring the joy of Rosie's tale and Pat's bold artwork to a new generation of fans.Trade ReviewThis clever book teaches children how to read the different meanings conveyed by words and pictures, and how to make sense of a story for themselves. -- Anthony Browne * S Magazine, Sunday Express *The highly patterned red, orange and yellow graphics are as fresh and funny as they were in 1968 and will make 2-4s scream with laughter * The Times *The pictures tell an action packed story full of drama and surprise -- Julia Eccleshere * Guardian *This marvellous, perfect, utterly simple book has achieved iconic status, a true classic * Carousel *All young children will enjoy the tale of Rosie the hen and her walk around the farm followed by a hungry but thankfully hapless fox * Sunday Express *
£7.59
Hashtag Press Emily Knight I am...Power
Book SynopsisAs the chosen one to battle the powerful Neci, the stake of the warrior world is on Emily's shoulders but with family betrayals and super powers being stolen, everything is falling apart. Can Emily rise above it all and defeat her toughest opponent? Will she live up to the expectations of being number one? Win or lose - this is the final battle.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers This Woven Kingdom
Book SynopsisAN INSTANT #1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERInstant New York Times bestsellerInstant #1 Sunday Times bestsellerInstant Indie bestsellerInstant USA Today bestsellerClashing empires, forbidden enemies-to-lovers romance, and a long-forgotten queen destined to save her peopleNew York Times bestselling author Tahereh Mafi''s first novel in this epic, romantic fantasy series inspired by Persian mythology.To all the world, Alizeh is a disposable servant, not the long-lost heir to an ancient Jinn kingdom forced to hide in plain sight.The crown prince, Kamran, has heard the prophecies foretelling the death of his king. But he could never have imagined that the servant girl with the strange eyes, the girl he can't put out of his mind, would one day soon uproot his kingdom and the world.Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Sarah J Maas, and Chloe Gong, this is the explosive first book in a new fantasy trilogy from the New York Times bestselling and National Book Award-nominated author, Tahereh Mafi.An oTrade Review“In a tale as exquisitely crafted as one of Alizeh’s own garments, Mafi weaves a spell of destiny and danger, forbidden love and courtly intrigue, magic and revolution.”—Cassandra Clare, #1 NYT bestselling author of The Last Hours "This story is so magical and transportive that I fully expected the book would know the moment I'd finished — within hours, no less — and promptly unravel into a pile of jewels and silks in my hands. Mafi's diamond-bright lyrical voice weaves a tale that is gilded in magic, laced with subterfuge, adorned with the brocade of a tortuous romance, and richly embroidered with Persian mythology. I cannot wait for more."—Roshani Chokshi, NYT bestselling author of The Gilded Wolves “This Woven Kingdom is an exquisite fantasy. Rich with clever prose, delicious twists, and breathtaking world building. Prepare to be destroyed—this one will wrench at your heart and make it pound, and in the end it will leave you entirely speechless.”—Stephanie Garber, #1 NYT bestselling author of the Caraval series "I've been longing to read a story inspired by The Shahnameh, and This Woven Kingdom captivated me with its deft worldbuilding and searing romance. Alizeh's quiet strength unfurls against a darkly magical backdrop. This book is a glittering jewel, complete with razor-sharp edges.’ –Renée Ahdieh, NYT bestselling author of Wrath & the Dawn ‘Richly textured, descriptive prose coupled with agonizing romance combine in this fantastical epic. Gut-wrenchingly beautiful.’ – Kirkus Reviews “In a heart-wrenching novel, Mafi complements rich worldbuilding with lushly descriptive, sensorial prose that inspires the novel’s mythological backdrop, against which plays out an emotional plot, and a tortured romance, layered with court intrigue.” – Publishers Weekly “Tahereh Mafi continues her reign as a master of YA fantasy” – PopSugar "[An] illustrious tale of magic, court intrigue, and romance. Captivating readers from the very first chapter" – Booklist
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Lies We Sing to the Sea
Book SynopsisA fantasy romance, by dazzling new talent Sarah Underwood, inspired by Greek mythology and the tale of Penelope's twelve hanged maids.A lavish epic of power, vengeance, love and fate.'YA Book of the Month in The Observer (2/4/2023)A lovely, lyrical fantasy which takes the fate of the hanged maids of the Odyssey and weaves something brand new. A story overflowing with emotion and full of magic.' Jennifer Saint, bestselling author of Ariadne and ElektraIn the cursed kingdom of Ithaca, each spring brings the hanging of twelve maidens, a gift to the vengeful Poseidon. But when Leto awakens from her death on the shore of a long-forgotten island, its enigmatic keeper Melantho tells her that there's only one way the curse can be broken. Leto must kill the last prince of Ithaca . . .In Lies We Sing to the Sea, debut author Sarah Underwood delivers a thrilling and breathtaking tale that will enthral readers from the very first page as they are transported to the cursed shores of Ithaca.A reclam
£8.54
Pan Macmillan On the Night You Were Born
Book SynopsisThe perfect way to let every child know just how precious and loved they are. Through gentle rhyming words and magical illustrations, On The Night You Were Born captures the overwhelming love and joy felt when a new baby is born. On the night you were born, you brought wonder and magic to the world. The moon stayed up till morning. Polar bears danced.This is a book that celebrates you, weaving an enchantingly beautiful depiction of the natural world, as different animals come together to welcome its newest arrival. In a sturdy board book, just right for little hands to hold, this very special story by Nancy Tillman has touched the hearts of readers of all ages, from the youngest tots to new mums, from young friends to grandparents. A New York Times bestseller, On the Night You Were Born is sure to be a beloved addition to every family bookshelf.Trade ReviewThis is one of those rare baby books that should make both skeptics and sentimentalists of all ages happy. * Publishers Weekly *A beautiful tribute to the uniqueness of every child. * Kirkus Reviews *
£6.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK Phoenix
Book SynopsisA BOY WITH THE POWER OF A STAR . . . Lucky thinks he''s an ordinary Human boy. But one night, he dreams that the stars are singing to him, and wakes to find an uncontrollable power rising inside him.Now he''s on the run, racing through space, searching for answers. In a galaxy at war, where Humans and Aliens are deadly enemies, the only people who can help him are an Alien starship crew and an Alien warrior girl, with neon needles in her hair . . .Trade ReviewBrilliant . . . a total pageturner. . . gloriously produced * Jacqueline Wilson *Completely absorbing . . . The book is beautiful - lavishly illustrated by Dave McKean, with words and pictures working seamlessly together. -- Julia Eccleshare * Guardian *This is fabulous, high-octane stuff, with an uplifting ending, stunningly illustrated by the brilliant McKean -- Sally Morris * Daily Mail *Breathlessly paced . . . A powerful story of great scope and ambition, from an expert storyteller. And with these gorgeously deep black-and-white illustrations, the great McKean is on absolutely top form here. -- Daniel Hahn * The Independent on Sunday *A big (and big-hearted) story . . . Said’s child-centred, inclusive text and McKean’s gorgeous images combine to produce a story that will encourage young imaginations to take flight. The final sequence, in particular, is both stunning and uplifting. -- Linda Buckley-Archer * Guardian *
£7.59
Faber & Faber Bad Queer
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£9.49
Pan Macmillan Babies Laugh at Peekaboo
Book SynopsisDr. Caspar Addyman is a developmental psychologist and director of the Goldsmiths InfantLab. He is interested in how babies adapt to the world and how we support their learning. Over the course of his career, he has investigated early concept learning, the foundations of language, time perception and sleep, and of course, the importance of laughter and positive emotion in early life - research that culminated in Caspar's joyful and informative book, The Laughing Baby. Not only does Caspar write about babies, but he also writes for babies with his fabulous Babies Laugh books.Born in Gdansk, Poland, Ania Simeone graduated in literature and moved to Sardinia, Italy, for ten years. She currently lives in the beautiful seaside town of Sopot in Poland, with her husband, daughter, Sara, and dog, Leo. Ania beautifully captures all the happy, curious and funny moments of everyday life. She works with traditional techniques, like coloured pencils and watercolours, as well as digital programs, carefully selecting colours to reflect the seasons and their light.Trade ReviewThis thick sturdy board book is perfect for little hands to handle, and with is vibrant illustrations, it would be great to keep babies engaged during tummy time. * Booktrust *Your little ones will gurgle and giggle along with this fun, interactive book as they grab and slide open the interactive pages to play peekaboo to find the baby within the gorgeously illustrated sturdy pages of this board book. -- Mini TravellersWe put the book to our harshest critic, my 21-month-old who gets through about 30 books a day (she’s a serious bookworm) and she was absolutely delighted by the interactive element – although I do often get shouted at to help her when she can’t push the pages back together. * Huff Post *
£6.99
Union Square & Co. The Paper Museum
Book SynopsisIn a world where paper is obsolete and magic is all but forgotten, Lydia has moved into the Paper Museum with her Uncle Lem following the disappearance of her parents. Convinced the key to finding them lies in the museum's book collection, Lydia spends her days digitally scanning her way through the museum's library. But when Uncle Lem is called away and her Uncle Renald is put in charge of the museum, Lydia's scanning project comes to an abrupt halt. Uncle Renald takes her aer readerthe personal device that everybody uses for reading, shopping, messaging, and morebut not before Lydia makes a desperate attempt at filing a missing persons report for her parents. The report activates a countdown, and now with nothing but a secret typewriter in her dogwood fort and a cryptic message, Lydia has thirty days to find her parents and stop the mayor from commandeering the museum. Otherwise, both her family home and the Paper Museum itself will be reassigned to someone else. With aer reaTrade Review“Lydia’s suspenseful first-person narration effectively conveys her distrust, confusion, and amazement as well as her determination to find answers while creating a rich subtext focusing on the old world of books and paper and raising timely questions about the technology replacing them.… An absorbing, complex debut.” — Kirkus Reviews “[E]motional drive confers depth in this clue-riddled novel.” — Publishers Weekly “The Paper Museum is a wonderfully engaging story that is equal parts mystery and magic in a setting that contains both the inventively futuristic and the seemingly archaic. Beautifully told, with sympathetic characters and a compelling narrative that will pull readers through and keep them guessing until the very end.” —Wade Albert White, author of The Adventurer’s Guide series
£8.50
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Disaster Diaries The Worst Holiday Ever
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£6.64
Hodder & Stoughton Belladonna: bestselling gothic fantasy romance
Book Synopsis'A deliciously deadly Gothic romance' Stephanie GarberTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!For as long as Signa Farrow has been alive, the people in her life have fallen like stars . . . Orphaned as a baby, nineteen-year-old Signa has been raised by a string of guardians, each more interested in her wealth than her wellbeing - and each has met an untimely end. Her remaining relatives are the elusive Hawthornes, an eccentric family living at Thorn Grove, an estate both glittering and gloomy.Its patriarch mourns his late wife through wild parties, while his son grapples for control of the family's waning reputation and his daughter suffers from a mysterious illness. But when their mother's restless spirit appears claiming she was poisoned, Signa realizes that the family she depends on could be in grave danger, and enlists the help of a surly stable boy to hunt down the killer. Signa's best chance of uncovering the murderer, though, is an alliance with Death himself, a fascinating, dangerous shadow who has never been far from her side. Though he's made her life a living hell, Death shows Signa that their growing connection may be more powerful - and more irresistible - than she ever dared imagine. From New York Times bestselling author Adalyn Grace, Belladonna brings to life a highly romantic, gothic-infused world of wealth, desire, and betrayal.PRAISE FOR BELLADONNA'This book is a true pleasure to read from beginning to end' Jennifer L. Armentrout'A darkly romantic tale' Adrienne Young'Utterly original and completely addictive' Rachel Griffin'Darkly twisted and deliciously gothic' Renée Ahdieh'Decadently atmospheric' Kerri ManiscalcoTrade ReviewA deliciously deadly gothic romance. Full of poisonous deeds, spectacular secrets, and dark mysteries. Belladonna is a hauntingly atmospheric read, with an absolutely fantastic ending that will leave readers begging for more * Stephanie Garber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Once Upon A Broken Heart *Adalyn Grace spins a gothic tale immersing the reader in a world of secrets, curses, mystery, romance, and Death! She takes us on a journey with Signa that has you sighing from rich details, gasping from exciting twists and turns, and swooning from romance. This book is a true pleasure to read from beginning to end...and it all begins 'with the cry of a baby' * Jennifer L. Armentrout, New York Times Bestseller of From Blood & Ash *Decadently atmospheric. This gothic romance is filled with desire, betrayal, and of course, Death * Kerri Maniscalco, New York Times bestselling author of Kingdom of the Wicked *Belladonna effortlessly weaves mystery, magic, and romance together into a gothic-infused masterpiece sure to become YA's new obsession. Every page drips with atmosphere and will leave readers wishing that they, too, could roam the halls of haunted Thorn Grove. Utterly original and completely addictive, Belladonna is a fantasy to die for * Rachel Griffin, New York Times bestselling author of The Nature of Witches *In Belladonna, Adalyn Grace has crafted a darkly romantic tale that will sweep readers away. This decadent world and forbidden love story are a perfect, addicting escape * Adrienne Young, New York Times bestselling author of Fable *A darkly gothic tale that is equal parts sensuous and sinister, Belladonna breathes new life into YA paranormal romance. Readers are sure to want more of Signa's tantalising dance with Death * Astrid Scholte, author of Four Dead Queens *Darkly twisted and deliciously gothic, Belladonna is the kind of wicked fairytale I've loved for most of my life. Grace's world is vivid and sexy. The romance and the relationships are pitch perfect, and I fully expect readers to fall headfirst into Signa's morally complex world, just as I did * Renée Ahdieh, New York Times bestselling author of The Beautiful *Delicious and haunting, Belladonna is the type of story that sinks its teeth into your soul. With addictive, atmospheric prose and an absolutely spellbinding mix of mystery and romance, this is YA fantasy at its finest. It's dark, it's sexy. I cannot recommend it highly enough * Jessica Olson, author of A Forgery of Roses *A deliciously dark, magical tale. With heaps of murder, mystery and romance, what's not to love?! * Sangu Mandanna, author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches *Belladonna is a richly imagined web of intrigue, a rich gothic romance, dark and spectacular * Armadilla Magazine *This Gothic romance is perfect for curling up with as the darker evenings draw in * Heat, Review *With its ghostly gothic setting and atmospheric autumnal aesthetics, Belladonna feels like a story that was made to be read during the season of falling leaves and warm spiced drinks. A captivating blend of heart-fluttering romance, spooky chills, Victorian sensibilities and a murder mystery that wouldn't be out of place in an Agatha Christie story, this is the perfect novel to get readers in the mood for the colder, darker months * Culturefly *
£9.87
Sweet Cherry Publishing Fangs and Feasts in Transratania
Book Synopsis*Over 140 million copies sold worldwide *Good for reluctant readers due to illustrative typeset *Educational edge as books contain facts about various places *Activity packs available to accompany certain titles*More fun and games online at www.geronimostilton.com/UKTrade Review"This is a fun-filled, early chapter book with cute new illustrations." - MD Walker, Netgalley
£6.83
£11.69
Little Island Chameleon Dad
Book SynopsisWhen Connie gets a letter from the dad she thought was dead, she sets out to discover why he left her, eight years ago, sitting in an airport café with only her pet chameleon for company. Since then she's lived with her foster mum, a cleaner at the airport, and dreams of seeing her dad again. With her new friend, a fearless, fossil-hunting boy called Thyo, she tracks her dad down. But as he reveals his true colours, Connie starts to wonder if she's made the biggest mistake of her life.Trade Review"A fast-paced adventure with heart." * Kirkus Reviews *"Thomas’s work is clever in that it deals in a very accessible way with some difficult and emotional themes." * Books for Keeps *"An absolutely captivating read. I couldn't put it down." * InTouch *"One roller-coaster ride through emotions on the way to discovering the real meaning of family – and the charms of chameleons." * The Echo *"This is a charming, funny and empathetic novel ... It's a perfect lure away from the screens and devices for at least some of the school holidays." * Meath Chronicle *"I was instantly hooked by this book and read the whole book in one evening." * Just Imagine *"I could not put it down ...Chameleon Dad got me from the very beginning." * StoryShaped *" A terrific chapter book for older kids that examines loss, forgiveness, and the true meaning of family." * All Done Monkey blog *
£6.99
Sort of Books Moominsummer Madness
Book SynopsisWhen a grumbling volcano causes Moominvalley to flood, the Moomins escape by boat, finding refuge on a floating theatre. Adventures abound when the theatre casts adrift leaving Moomin,The Snorkmaiden and Little My marooned. Will they all be reunited before the final curtain?Trade ReviewI love these editions - so beautifully produced, so solid and permanent, just as Tove Jansson deserved -- Philip PullmanTove Jansson is one of the greatest children's writers there has ever been -- Sir Terry Pratchett[These editions] are simply stunning, and an absolute must-read. The Moomin novels are timeless stories full of adventure and heartwarming values - perfect for Christmas. * The Bookseller *
£11.39
Usborne Publishing Ltd Forgotten Fairy Tales of Brave and Brilliant
Book SynopsisOnce known, now largely forgotten, these empowering fairy tales have been brought together to inspire a new generation of readers. Discover heroines who outwit giants, fight evil, awaken sleeping princes and, of course, live happily ever after. With a foreword by Kate Pankhurst, author of Fantastically Great Women who Changed the World.Trade ReviewThis book, telling us stories almost lost to history, is so exciting and so very different to the versions of the fairy tales available when I was young. * Kate Pankhurst *Children from 4 upwards will lap up these female-focussed tales of derring do, cunning and magic, with no a Prince Charming in sight. * The Green Parent *Inspirational, intriguing, and starring the feisty girls that time forgot. * Lancashire Post *A fabulously illustrated collection of eight forgotten fairy tales featuring girl who step outside their traditional roles, make their own decisions and empower themselves. * Carousel *
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers The Enemys Daughter
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£16.88
HarperCollins Publishers Romeo and Juliet
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£8.54
Penguin Random House Children's UK Zagazoo
Book SynopsisZagazoo is a baby like no other. In this quite exceptional picture book young readers will be delighted by the hilarious and unexpected changes in his behaviour as Zagazoo grows up. There have been many classic picture books from the incomparable pen of Quentin Blake, but never one more extraordinary.
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Entwined
Book SynopsisAn epic story of romance, drama and mythology, for fans of Children of Blood and Bone and Oh My Gods.For Avery Montgomery, the descendent of a Greek god, turning eighteen is a big deal. Not only is it her ticket to the Court, the world''s most lavish party for descendants, it also unlocks the ability to hear the thoughts of her one true soul mate.While her birthday looms, Avery finds herself drawn to two royal descendants who couldn''t be more different. She hopes her soulmate will be Carlos, who is charming, handsome and her current obsession, but for some reason she starts to feel a pull to Vladimir, her best friend''s annoying older brother. As Avery finds herself torn, she stumbles upon a dark side of The Court, which pushes her towards a revelation that will forever alter her past, and her future.
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Killer Spirit
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£8.54
Thames and Hudson Ltd The House with the Little Red Door
Book SynopsisWhat makes a house a home? This sweet story, with jaw-dropping illustrations, is the perfect cosy tale for bedtime. Olivia lives in a house with a little red door. Mouse lives in an oak tree behind the house. When a storm blows the oak tree down, Olivia tries her best to find a new house for her neighbour, but are any of the houses the right home? When Mouse loses his old oak tree home in a snowstorm, his neighbour Olivia offers many different options for a new house, but none are quite right. It is only when she offers a place in her own house with the little red door that it becomes a home for both of them. Illustrator Grace Easton brings her expressive character illustration and beautiful hand-painted scenery to a story of two lonely neighbours finding friendship in the face of a disaster. 22 die-cut flaps reveal details around the cosy setting, bringing dimension to a story sure to bring warmth to a cold winter's bedtime.
£13.49
Faber & Faber Kofi and the Rap Battle Summer
Book Synopsis''Hilarious and full of heart.'' A. M. Dassu''Will inspire a whole generation of music-lovers.'' Rashmi Sirdeshpande''Fizzing with originality and energy.'' Katya BalenKofi had an idea . . . one big lightning bolt of an idea that hit him like electricity. And all it needed was Kelvin's incredible memory for words. Kofi is used to stuff going wrong, he''s usually in detention or about to be. But when he finds out his best friend Kelvin has a photographic memory, he comes up with a genius money-making scheme. The whole school is obsessed with music, but no one can ever make out the words, so the boys hit the jackpot selling a new fanzine full of song lyrics: PAPER JAM. It''s not long before one of the teacher''s tells Kofi: You could be a real leader at this school, you know that?' and . . . suddenly it''s turning out to be the best summer ever!
£7.59
Zack Zombie Publishing Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 4
Book Synopsis12 Year Old Zombie and Steve have Switched Bodies!Find out what happens as 12 year old Zombie has to pretend to be human and Steve pretends to be a zombie.In this latest Minecraft adventure, 12 year old Zombie and Steve have accidentally switched bodies and must pretend to be each other until they figure out a way to switch back.Zombie must go to human middle School and try to figure out the crazy life of a middle school kid. And Steve has to live among the Zombies, Creepers, Skeletons and Slimes of Minecraft, while he pretends to be a Zombie himself!Jump into the fun of this crazy and zany Minecraft adventure, today!Get Your Copy Today!(An Unofficial Minecraft Book)
£9.74
Hachette Children's Group Pixie Magic Pearl and the Woolly Hug
Book SynopsisBest friends Alice and Leo love making things, and they''re never happier than when they''re working together in Leo''s garden shed, which they''ve turned into an arts and crafts studio. Then one day they are transported to a miniature world where magical creatures - the Pixies and Glitterbugs - use their creative talents to make special objects from items that were once treasured. The Pixies'' magic gives these objects the power to solve people''s problems!Disaster strikes when Grimble and Grumble, the mean Nixies, steal Pearl the Knitting Pixie''s magical tools. Pearl is a whizz with a ball of wool, and her enchanted creations have the magical power to help make life better for everyone. Alice and Leo need Pearl''s help to make a special blanket for a nervous kitten at the animal rescue centre in Crystal Bay. Can the friends work together to use their talents - and a dash of Pixie Magic - to save the day, so that everyone can enjoy the magic of creativity?This magi
£6.99
Bushel & Peck Books Interactive Human Body
£19.99
Sweet Cherry Publishing A Fabumouse Holiday for Geronimo
Book Synopsis*Over 140 million copies sold worldwide *Good for reluctant readers due to illustrative typeset *Educational edge as books contain facts about various places *Activity packs available to accompany certain titles*More fun and games online at www.geronimostilton.com/UKTrade Review"This is a fun-filled, early chapter book with cute new illustrations." - MD Walker, Netgalley
£6.83
Flying Eye Books Hilda and Twig Wake the Ice Man
£11.69
Andersen Press Ltd Dont Think of Tigers
Book SynopsisAlex Latimer is a South African writer and illustrator living in Cape Town. He has a degree in English and Philosophy and has written and illustrated for many major brands across the globe. Alex's picture books are quirky and fun and full of humour that appeals to both children and adults. Alex was won the Hampshire Picture Book Award, the CELI Read Aloud Book Award and has been shortlisted for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. When he's not writing or drawing, Alex enjoys hiking the local mountains, swimming in the bay and the odd game of table tennis.
£7.59
Boxer Books Limited Can You Catch Me? Tutu and the Vehicles
Book SynopsisHumorous preschool picture book about a cat chasing his tail! Tutu can see his tail—but he can’t catch it! He is determined that nothing will stop him from catching it, so he takes a plane, a train, a bus, a boat—every form of transport you can possibly think of—and guess what? He catches his tail! A fun picture book with a simple concept that explores all forms of transportation. Perfect for preschool children.
£999.99
Graffeg Limited ABC of Opera Romantic
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£9.49
Wide Eyed Editions Young Discoverers
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£14.44
Bonnier Books Ltd Five-Minute Stories for 4 Year Olds
Book SynopsisWith 7 specially written stories based on popular themes for 4-year-olds, plus an eye-catching new look, this treasury is sure to stand out
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers House of Many Ways
Book SynopsisA chaotically magical sequel to Howl's Moving Castle.One of the greatest ever writers for children' Garth NixA true original' Katherine RundellShe is the best writer of magical fantasy for children' Evening StandardCharmain Baker is in over her head. Looking after Great Uncle William''s tiny cottage while he''s ill should have been easy, but Great Uncle William is better known as the Royal Wizard Norland and his house bends space and time. Its single door leads to any number of places the bedrooms, the kitchen, the caves under the mountains, the past, to name but a few.By opening that door, Charmain is now also looking after an extremely magical stray dog, a muddled young apprentice wizard and a box of the king''s most treasured documents, as well as irritating a clan of small blue creatures.Caught up in an intense royal search, she encounters an intimidating sorceress named Sophie. And where Sophie is, can the Wizard Howl and fire demon Calcifer be far behind?Trade Review“Diana Wynne Jones ought to be crowned with coloured garlands because she is the best writer of magical fantasy for children in this country” Evening Standard “Diana Wynne Jones could teach Stephen King and JK Rowling a thing or two … [she] has a skill for inserting just the right amount of detail in her written words, leaving you satiated but not stuffed.” SFX “Diana Wynne Jones is, quite simply, the best writer of magic there is, for readers of any age.” Neil Gaiman “…Her hallmarks include laugh-aloud humour, plenty of magic and imaginative array of alternate worlds. Yet, at the same time, a great seriousness is present in all of her novels, a sense of urgency that links Jones’s most outrageous plots to her readers’ hopes and fears…”Publishers Weekly “Truly magical – guaranteed to leave you gasping – even hotter than Potter”The Bookseller
£7.59
Floris Books An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and
Book SynopsisSlithering stoorworms, mischievous brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies are exquisitely brought to life for children in Theresa Breslin's enchanting tales and Kate Leiper's otherwordly illustrations.Trade Review'A sublime collection of folk stories Theresa Breslin's pristine, sparkling retellings are accompanied by enchanting illustrations from Kate Leiper.'-- The Guardian'A delightful and varied collection of stories from all over Scotland. Theresa Breslin's style is so compelling and chatty that you feel she is sitting in the room with you, telling you her favourite tales of kelpies and brownies, talking birds, sheepdogs and selkies. And Kate Leiper's illustrations are stunning. This is a beautiful book, which will be treasured by children in Scotland and far afield.'-- Julia Donaldson, Children's Laureate'This is a lovely book enhanced with the most beautiful illustrations. Folk stories have not lost their appeal in the modern world -- it is books like this that will keep them alive.-- Alexander McCall Smith'An Illustrated Treasury Of Scottish Folk And Fairy Tales is a brilliant compilation of well-kent stories by award-winning author Theresa Breslin -- but her funny, fast-witted storytelling, accompanied by Kate Leiper's otherworldly illustrations of stoorwoorms and selkies, makes these retellings special and truly new. A beautiful book. Buy it as a gift for a parent or grandparent to read to a child.'-- Julie Bertagna, author of Exodus'This breath-taking, beautiful book is a joy to look at and hold.'-- Books for Keeps'Just in time for the season of gifts, Floris Books have ridden to the rescue. Not only have we a fine author in Theresa Breslin, the book is illustrated in exceptional style by Kate Leiper Theresa tells us her stories in a strong, unfussy, clear language, just as they should be told If that were not enough, the illustrations are exceptionally fine. They add considerably to the enchantment of the book one has rarely seen a kelpie quite so simultaneously magical and powerful as in the double spread for "The Water Kelpie".'-- Carousel: The Guide to Children's Books'It's not all Grimm. Or Asbj rnsen and Moe. Now we have Theresa Breslin's An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales, fantastically illustrated by Kate Leiper the pictures by Kate Leiper are really something This time it s Theresa Breslin s turn to re-tell stories she heard as a child, or learned about in some other way. It is all very, very Scottish. (And if you are not, there is a handy glossary for Sassenachs.)'-- The Bookwitch'This beautiful book of Scottish folklore and legends contains eleven charming stories. The atmospheric and sometimes dark illustrations by Edinburgh-based artist and illustrator Kate Leiper really bring these tales to life This book retells classic Scottish stories that can be appreciated by all the family, featuring tales of kelpies, selkies, brownies and the stoorworm The book provides a great way to ensure that these fairy tales continue to be passed down from generation to generation and ensure that they will never be lost to the children of Scotland.'-- Scottish Field Magazine'The illustrations complement the tales, with sinuous, flowing lines and beautifully realised detail that rewards close attention A book which would make a wonderful gift and is a very welcome addition to the canon of folk tale classics - an instant classic.'--Armadillo Magazine'The words do not fill each page but are intertwined by illustrations so that you are drawn into each story. The illustrations are in muted colours, giving the book a real flavour of Scottish mystic.'-- Juno'When excellent stories and lovely illustrations come together in a book with nice thick pages and delightful design, it is apt indeed to call it a 'treasury' Both in themselves and the inventive ways they are disposed on the page, the pictures by Kate Leiper are stunning. It really is a book to treasure.'-- School Librarian Journal'This is a beautifully illustrated and designed book. Quotations from the text "sweep" over the endpapers. The illustrations, by Kate Leiper, are placed on the pages to enhance the text; there are also delightful, apt illustrations around most of the page numbers. The muted tones of the pictures suit exactly the text the beauty of the illustrations, the readability of the text and the fun of linking the stories with others won me over. An ideal addition to a school library, which could be used to compare and contrast stories from different countries and explore the development of story.'-- Inis MagazineTable of ContentsThe Wee Bannock The Water Kelpie The Goshawk and the Brave Lady Whuppity Stourie The Shepherd's Dog Rashie Coat The Selkie of Sanday The Eagle and the Wren The Brownie of Ballharn Hill The Dragon Stoorworm and the Boy Called Assipattle Tale End Glossary
£15.29
Scholastic Cat Kid Comic Club 2 Perspectives PB
Book SynopsisThe second book in the exciting, bestselling graphic novel seriesby Dav Pilkey, the author and illustrator of Dog Man. Li'l Petey, Molly, Flippy, and twenty-one rambunctious baby frogsare back for another creative adventure!
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Demon Dentist
Book SynopsisThe latest jaw-achingly funny, number-one bestselling novel from David Walliams now out in paperback. Make your appointment if you dareDarkness had come to the town. Strange things were happening in the dead of night. Children would put a tooth under their pillow for the tooth fairy, but in the morning they would wake up to find a dead slug; a live spider; hundreds of earwigs creeping and crawling beneath their pillow.Evil was at work. But who or what was behind it?Read this book and find out!Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS:"Unlike other celebrity authors, Walliams can write; his energetic fairytale will be relished" – The Times “The joy of David’s books are that he completely understands how children think and feel and is never ever patronising” – The Sun “David Walliams has become a formidable force in the world of children's literature” – The Sun "Walliams manages to infuse his novels with genuine wit and sly commentary…further proof that Walliams has become a master storyteller" – Heat "Comedian David Walliams has taken the publishing world by storm" – The Metro "Open wide for another helping of hilarity" tBk Magazine
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Climbers
Book SynopsisHeralding his outstanding return to young adult fiction, Keith Gray captures the subtle agonies of teen life in this compelling, bittersweet tale of rivalry and friendship. In this compelling story of teenage rivalry and friendship, award-winning author Keith Gray captures the subtle agonies and reality of life growing up in a small town. Sully is the best climber in the village. He can scale the Twisted Sister’s tangled branches and clamber up Double Trunker with ease. But when new kid Nottingham shows up and astonishes everyone with his climbing skills, Sully’s status is under threat and there’s only one way to prove who’s best. Sully and Nottingham must race to climb the last unnamed tree. Whoever makes it to the top will become a legend. But something spiteful and ugly has reared its head in Sully … Is it worth losing everything just to reach the top?Trade Review"Keith Gray is a fine author for young adults, with an understanding of teenagers that rings true. This dyslexia-friendly novella, for any audience, demonstrates that a book that is brief and written in simple language can still be profound … a neatly constructed page-turner" – The Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week "Spare, brief, limpidly clear, this novella from a multi-award-winning author distils the thin-skinned, painful sensitivity of teenage boys, desperate both to stand out and fit in" – Imogen Russell Williams, The Guardian "Keith Gray is the real deal, a writer of intelligence, toughness, and heart. The Climbers is a moving, surprising story of competition, self-awareness, friendship, and the more you look, the deeper the damn thing gets" – Patrick Ness "Gray's writing is taut and unflinching. This is a powerful punch of a book" – Marcus Sedgwick "What a magnificent writer Keith Gray is … Short and direct, yet as complex and intricate as the twisted and treacherous trees his characters ascend" – Anthony McGowan "If [Keith Gray] had been writing when I was a kid, then I would have been a reader … He understands what it means to be a teenager … The Climbers is a gem of a book" – Phil Earle "The Climbers is superb – hard-hitting, unflinching, but touched throughout by warmth and soul. Sully and Nottingham are great characters – achingly real and I was drawn right into their rivalry. Proper British teen drama of the type I adore" – Bali Rai "It's a wonderful piece of writing, in just one hundred pages giving readers extraordinary insight into these two young men and the experiences that have shaped them. Readers will recognise themselves or their classmates in Sully and Nottingham and the story is as natural, tangled and deep rooted as the trees they climb. Superb" – Andrea Reece, LoveReading4Kids
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Dracula
Book SynopsisCarnegie Medal winner Tanya Landman delivers a terrifyingly enthralling and truly accessible retelling of Bram Stoker's legendary Gothic horror novel.Bram Stoker''s Dracula is a masterpiece of horror fiction in which he creates a nightmarish world of vampires, evil-doing and insanity.A ship steered by a dead manA huge black dog springing from its deckA girl, sleepwalking towards disasterWhen rising young solicitor Jonathan Harker helps the mysterious and sinister Count Dracula purchase property in London he unleashes an evil that threatens to destroy the whole of humanity.Particularly suitable for readers aged 13+ with a reading age of 9.
£7.59
Nosy Crow Ltd National Trust I Am the Seed That Grew the Tree A
Book SynopsisA glorious landmark piece of publishing with nature poems and gorgeous illustrations to delight and inspire for every day of the yearTrade ReviewEvery now and then a book comes along that takes your breath away because it is so gorgeous, that makes you thrill to turn every page because every page is a delight, that makes you want to run outside and read an extract to everyone you meet. Such a book is I Am the Seed That Grew the Tree. - Mia Macrossan, StoryLinks Children's Book Review
£21.25
Pan Macmillan Exodus
Book SynopsisThe fifteenth anniversary edition of Exodus, a startling, thrilling novel set in a dystopian future ravaged by global warmingIt is 2099 - and the world is gradually drowning, as mighty Arctic ice floes melt, the seas rise and land disappears forever beneath storm-tossed waves. For fifteen-year-old Mara, her family and community, huddled on the fast-disappearing island of Wing, the new century brings flight. Packed into tiny boats, a terrifying journey begins to a bizarre city that rises into the sky, built on the drowned remains of the ancient city of Glasgow. But even here there is no safety and, shut out of the city, Mara realizes they are asylum-seekers in a world torn between high-tech wizardry and the most primitive injustice. To save her people, Mara must not only find a way into the city, but also search for a new land and a new home . . .This new edition celebrates the 15th Anniversary of Exodus featuring a new foreword from the author.
£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Mr Men Little Miss Easter Countdown
Book SynopsisJoin in the Easter fun with the Mr Men and Little Miss!There are lots of things to count and see, including bouncing bunnies, cheeping chicks and leaping lambs, but it wouldn't be Easter without an eggstraordinary Easter egg hunt!A fun-filled rhyming story, celebrating the joys of spring!Mr Men and Little Miss Celebrations introduce children to all the exciting occasions that people celebrate including sports day, a visit from the tooth fairy, Halloween and Chinese New Year.Trade ReviewThe colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971. The IndependentThe timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly. The TelegraphThe Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf. The Telegraph
£6.23
