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Book SynopsisClassicist Honor Cargill-Martin once again puts women at centre stage in this beautiful collection of eight illustrated Norse myths and legends.

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Book SynopsisBook 8 in the Hopeless Heroes series that takes readers on fun adventures back to Ancient Greece! Agatha has been taken prisoner and it’s up to Tim and friends to save her. But how? They’d have to trick Hera, sneak into her fortress, past her army – it seems impossible! "Impossible? Did I say it was impossible when–" Okay, Odysseus, but Hera’s soldiers are armed to the teeth, tempers are hot, and whoever heard of a Trojan Peacock? About the Hopeless Heroes series: Hopeless Heroes is a fun-filled series about Greek mythology, adventure and what it means to be a hero. Readers aged 7+ will love diving into the world of Tim Baker and his (sort of) friend Hercules. Illustrations throughout.Trade Review“These books are awesome.” – Alex, 8

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Book SynopsisHitori “Bocchi” Gotoh once played guitar in solitude, but ever since Nijika Ijichi roped her into joining Kessoku Band, she’s experienced everything from playing live shows to part-time jobs to shopping for instruments. All told, she’s having a good time, in her own socially anxious way. But now Bocchi’s up against her biggest challenge yet—Performing on stage at her school festival!

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Book SynopsisAn adapted, easy-to-read edition of Sinbad the Sailor - with engaging illustrations throughout. A porter in Baghdad meets a retired sailor whose travels have made him rich and famous. Though jealous at first, the porter learns through seven stories how hard Sinbad has worked for his fortune. The first story tells of a vanishing island, the second of a valley of snakes; places the porter can hardly imagine, voyages he can scarcely believe. There are storms and shipwrecks, pirates and treasure, giant birds and giant men. Somehow Sinbad survives – as does his spirit of adventure. About The Easy Classics Arabian Nights Collection: Do you want stories with genies, a flying carpet and a magic lamp? Your wish is our command! Join Aladdin, Ali Baba, Sinbad and others on their thrilling adventures. The Arabian Nights Children's Collection is perfect for young readers to enjoy for a thousand and one nights and beyond … Suitably adapted and illustrated for younger readers aged 7+.

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Book SynopsisAn adapted and illustrated edition of Mark Twain's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, at an easy-to-read level for all ages! Also includes a QR code for the free audiobook! Huckleberry Finn is desperate for another adventure – but his nasty father returning to steal him and his money away is not what he had in mind. Huck runs away and discovers that a slave, Jim, is also trying to escape the town. The two make good friends – but will they find the freedom that they both desire? About The American Classics Children's Collection: From fancy parties with Gatsby in 1920s New York to sailing the ocean in search of the monstrous white whale Moby Dick – discover 10 iconic American classics adapted for children aged 7+.

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Book SynopsisThirteen-year-old wrestling fanatic Henry used to have a normal life. Now, his therapist wants him to keep a journal so he can express his feelings about what happened. Henry has moved with his dad to a new city, where nobody knows their name. He lives off a diet of pizza, whilst hiding from the comically overbearing neighbours and avoiding being an obvious target for bullies at his new school. But then he meets Farley and Alberta, social misfits who refuse to let him be alone. And bit by bit, the past begins to come out. Heartbreaking, surprising and laugh-out-loud funny, The Reluctant Journal of Henry K Larsen is about the things that remain after your life has fallen to pieces.Trade Review"Both disarming and endearing. A realistic, poignant portrait of one teen who overcomes nearly unbearable feelings of grief and guilt." * Kirkus *"Nielsen’s balance of humor and pathos is finely honed, making this a surprisingly breezy read for so heavy a topic" -- Daniel Kraus * Booklist *"Nielsen writes about the heaviest subjects with the lightest of touches... the balance between tragedy and humour is so carefully managed, that this is a truly uplifting, even happy read." -- Andrea Reece * Lovereading4Kids *"Gloriously character driven... poignant and witty" * The Bookbag *"The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen is the perfect mix between funny and sad... A beautiful story." * Snuggling on the Sofa blog *

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Book Synopsis'If you can imagine it, it exists ... somewhere.' A spellbinding adventure from the bestselling, award-winning author of The Last Wild trilogy. 1945. They have survived the Blitz, but when Simon, Patricia, Evelyn and Larry step through a mysterious library door, it is the beginning of their most dangerous adventure yet. They discover the magical world of Folio, where an enchanted kingdom of fairy knights, bears and tree gods is under threat from a sinister robot army. The many stories of the Library are locked in eternal war, and the children's only hope is to find their creator - a magician who has been lost for centuries. What they find will change not just their own lives, but the fate of the world, for ever ...An ode to the world of Narnia, The Lost Magician is a classic in the making from one of the UK's most talented children's authors. Praise for Piers Torday:'The new master of books for children' - The TimesTrade ReviewTorday pays tribute to reading, libraries and imagination in one of the most clever and ambitious children's books you'll read this year * The Bookseller *An entrancing story that champions imagination at a time when we most need it * Abi Elphinstone *You'll be on the edge of your seat ... an original, and imaginative war cry for the importance of reading and the magic of libraries * M.G. Leonard *Thrilling, epic, wise. Truly a book for our times. (With extra rainbow unicorns!) -- Natasha Farrant, author of The Children of Castle RockGripping, original and memorable -- Francesca Simon, on The Last Wild trilogyPiers Torday...is the new master of books for children who like magic and modernity with their lust for adventure. * The Times, on There May Be a Castle *Piers Torday continues to demonstrate that he is one of the best writers for children working today * The Guardian, on There May Be a Castle *An excellent, punchy adventure tale with vivid characters and an impassioned eco message * The Financial Times on The Last Wild trilogy *A whimsical yet thoughtful tale that brings to mind the smarts and silliness of Roald Dahl and Norton Juster * New York Post, on The Last Wild trilogy *Wildly inventive, moving and gripping ... full of suspense without ever sacrificing warmth * The Guardian on The Last Wild trilogy *This beautiful homage to Narnia sees renowned children's writer Torday explore what it is to be a reader and the power of books and libraries, as well as the imagination. Fantastical but with real heart, this immersive story is sure to become a firm favourite. * Book Trust *A phenomenal adventure story * The Independent *It's 1945 and four children step through a magical door into the world of Folio - a nod to CS Lewis - where characters from stories are locked in a battle. Only the magician who created them can help. Piers Torday (The Last Wild, There May Be A Castle) has an unrelenting imagination, cleverly mixing nostalgia and modernity. After reading this you will never look at a bookmark in the same way. -- Alex O'Connell * The Times *The first of a trilogy, this is masterly storytelling, both entertaining and profound. * The Sunday Times *Piers Torday's The Lost Magician (Quer-cus, £12.99, 10+) is artistically daring, channelling The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe in having four children survive the Blitz to step into an enchanted library where magical stories are at war. It is as much about storytelling as about creating an enjoyable story, yet such is Torday's talent that when Evie tells the robotic Jana that "You don't know me... the real me, inside my head", you want to cheer. * The New Statesman *a wonderful tribute to Narnia, CS Lewis and the magic of books and reading * S Magazine *a lustrously lovely ode to libraries, to imagination, and to the magic of a wonderful story * I Newspaper *In recent years, Piers Torday has emerged as a major new voice; his 2018 offering, The Lost Magician (Hachette), rewrote The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe as a tale of war-weary siblings entering a parallel world. There's a conflagration raging there too, between fantastical storybook characters and the harbingers of cool, hard logic - a false binary that has to be resolved, if some truly annihilating forces are to be stopped. Cue the "never reads" - the ghoulish ranks of the badly informed, the unimaginative and the incurious. Remind anyone of any other worlds? * The Guardian *A particularly good novel to give an eager reader is The Lost Magician by Piers Torday. (Hachette) Narnia gets a modern update in this thoughtful reworking of the classic. Four siblings are drawn into the mysterious kingdom of Folio, where its inhabitants are locked in perpetual war * Ham & High Newspaper *

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Book SynopsisTHOMAS SNOOP is in training to become a SPY. Entrusted with a TOP SECRET mission by the mysterious Lord Severn, right-hand man to the Tudor king, Thomas must travel to the magnificent Goldenhilt Hall - in the guise of a servant - in order to uncover traitors plotting against the crown. It will take all Thomas's wits and cunning to uncover the traitors lurking at Goldenhilt Hall - and he must do so without being discovered himself... Perfect for fans of Horrible Histories, filled with amazing facts and historical trivia, and brilliantly illustrated throughout, you won't be able to put this SECRET DIARY down!Discover other books in Philip Ardagh and Jamie Littler's hilarious Secret Diary series:The Secret Diary of John Drawbridge, Medieval Knight in TrainingThe Secret Diary of Jane Pinny, Victorian House Maid (and Accidental Detective)The Secret Diary of Kitty Cask,Smuggler's Daughter

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Book SynopsisTuesday 12th April We’re all still talking about our plans for the holidays and Fabi has had a GENIUS idea. When I get back from visiting my grandparents, we’re going to have a Finkelspark Club May Day treehouse sleepover. Can’t wait. The school holidays are coming up and Bea is excited to see family, practise magic and spend time with ALL her friends! It’d be perfect, except something’s up. Dad is OBSESSED with learning magic (he can’t even levitate a pea!) and Taffy keeps having to do some SERIOUS THINKING. What’s going on? Then Bea finds out Dad and Taffy’s secret... They want to get married! Bea’s To-Do list just got a lot longer – she’s got a wedding day to plan, MORE secrets to keep and magic to learn teach! With help from her family and friends (new, old and VERY OLD), Bea is determined to make everything PERFECT and throw the best party of the year EVER! A perfect potion of magic and mischief, DIARY OF AN ACCIDENTAL WITCH is THE WORST WITCH meets TOM GATES. PRAISE FOR DIARY OF AN ACCIDENTAL WITCH: “Great fun!” – iPaper “Full of magical mayhem!” – BookTrust “A magical adventure that will touch your heart and tickle your funny bone.” – Maz Evans, author of WHO LET THE GODS OUT “A brilliant, hilarious story!” – Emma Carroll, author of THE WEEK AT WORLD’S END

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Book SynopsisWith echoes of Marieke Nijkamp and Jason Reynolds, acclaimed author Marie Myung-Ok Lee's stunning YA homage to Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men tells the tragic story of a Korean American teen who fights to protect herself and her neurodivergent older brother from a hostile community.Moving beyond the quasi-fraternal bond of the unforgettable George and Lenny from Of Mice and Men, Hurt You explores the actual sibling bond of Georgia and Leonardo da Vinci Daewoo Kim, who has an unnamed neurological disability that resembles autism. The themes of race, disability, and class spin themselves out in a suburban high school where the Kim family has moved in order to access better services for Leonardo.Suddenly unmoored from the familiar, including the support of her Aunt Clara, Georgia struggles to find her place in an Asian-majority school where whites still dominate culturally, and she finds herself feeling not Korean enough. Her one pole star is her commitment to her brother, a loyalty that finds itself at odds with her immigrant parents' dreams for her, and an ableist, racist society that may bring violence to Leonardo despite her efforts to keep him safe.Hurt You is a deep exploration of family, society, and the bond between siblings and reflects the reality that people with intellectual disabilities are far more likely to be the victim of a violent crime, not the perpetrator.

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Book SynopsisA brand-new lowered reading age edition of this riotous, laugh-out-loud adventure from the bestselling author of the Mr Gum series. Matthew Buzzington has a superpower – he can turn into a fly! It’s just that it hasn’t happened yet, which is pretty bad timing really because there are robbers and flying pineapples out to get him. Can he make his superpower work? A brand new edition of this ruckus, laugh-out-loud adventure from Mr Gum author and King of funny Andy Stanton, now in at a lowered reading age of 7.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the Brontë Sisters' famous novels Wuthering Heights, Jane Eyre,The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, The Professor, Agnes Grey, Shirley and Villetterepackaged with beautiful modern covers.

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Book SynopsisThis is a book of poetry for everyone. This beautiful collection of poetry celebrates the brilliant thing that is feelings. It explores all the different emotions we experience and how different situations bring these emotions to the surface. From feelings of uncontainable excitement and inexplicable sadness to the electricity which surges from anger and pride, the poems in this anthology perfectly put into words all the different things we feel in our hearts. Vivid and stirring artwork from an array of talented artists brings breathtaking poetry from a range of voices to life. Featuring powerful poetry from: Mandy Coe Laura Mucha Nikki Grimes Naomi Shihab Nye Debjani Chatterjee Coral Rumble Kate Wakeling John Agard Karl Nova James Carter Valerie Bloom Janet Wong Joseph Coelho Ken Nesbitt Jack Prelutsky Nikita Gill Jay Hulme Rachel Plummer Ruth Awolola Elaine Laron And awe-inspiring artwork from: Annalise Barber Mariana Roldan Masha Manapov Nabila Adani Also available: Courage in a Poem

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Book SynopsisWith fact-filled text accompanied by beautifully bright illustrations from the wonderfully talented Chris Corr, prepare yourself for a journey as we travel around the world celebrating and uncovering a visual feast of culture. Countless different festivals are celebrated all over the world throughout the year. Some are national holidays, celebrated for religious and cultural reasons, or to mark an important date in history, while others are just for fun. Give thanks and tuck into a delicious meal with friends and family at Thanksgiving, get caught up in a messy tomato fight in Spain at La Tomatina, add a splash of colour to your day at the Holi festival of colours and celebrate the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr. on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.The World Full of… series is a collection of beautiful hardback story treasuries. Discover folktales from all around the world or be introduced to some of the world&Trade Review'A visual feast of culture from all around the world, from national holidays to street carnivals and religious festivals.' -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *‘Instantly eye-catching and appealing […] the book is a real celebration of the joy shared by those who come together for a whole host of reasons.’ -- ReadingZone"The ideal book for children to dip in and out of during reading times.” * Armadillo Magazine *Table of ContentsWelcome Spring International Kite Festival The Carnival of Brazil Carnival Festivals Holi International Women’s Day St Patrick’s Day Hanami Festivals for People Easter Earth Day Green Festivals Gathering of Nations Walpurgis Night May Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Summer Palio di Siena International Children’s Day Ramadan Barunga White Nights Festival Music Festival Pride Independence Festivals Ghost Month Edinburgh Festival Fringe Hajj La Tomatina Food Festivals Summer Solstice Autumn Mid-Autumn Festival La Maercé Festival Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Halloween Day of the Dead Guy Fawkes Day Fire Festivals Diwali Désalpe Thanksgiving Monkey Buffet Festival Animal Festivals The Pearly Kings and Queens Harvest Festival Winter Hanukkah Winter Solstice Ice and Snow Festivals Christmas Bodhi Day Pongal Chinese New Year Valentine’s Day The Festival of the Dancing Masks Water Festival Saint Lucia’s Day Jokkmokk Market New Year’s Even Countdown Glossary

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Book SynopsisWaterstones Scottish Children’s Book of the Month Years ago, the Emperor used dark magic to steal all the colour from the world. Now he keeps it for himself, enjoying its life-giving power while everyone else must exist in cold shades of grey. That is, until a miracle baby is born – everything she touches turns to colour. But the child’s life is in danger from her very first breath. Soon the Emperor’s murderous Ripper Dogs and Black Coats come hunting. Can the girl and her adopted father survive in the forest – and what will it take to return colour and hope to the world?Trade Review"Pure brilliance… A dazzling spectrum of non-stop thrills" -- Piers Torday"It’s as magical as it is original; infused with a glittering rainbow of strange enchantments, colourful characters, and brave hearts" -- Thomas Taylor"A tour de force! It’s an adventure which is as warm-hearted as it is exciting, and as imaginative as it is full of meaning" -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading *"The magical elements of the story are dramatic and exciting but questions are also asked about how it feels to be different or excluded and how we react to people who are unlike ourselves... Tense, thrilling and thought-provoking" * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisA charming, funny adventure about missing elephants and finding friends.It's the perfect kind of day until Alan's elephant goes missing! Lucky for him, Edie's an Elephant Detective and she knows exactly where to look. Together they examine doughnut shops, investigate dinosaur bones, and search the skies from a cable car, but they can't find him anywhere! Will Alan EVER find his elephant? And might he also find a new friend along the way?

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Book SynopsisA Zoella Book Club Autumn 2016 title “So creepy and amazing [...] I loved it [...] You'll never look at small china dolls in the same way ever again.” – Zoella “Deliciously creepy.” – Juno Dawson Dunvegan School for Girls has been closed for many years. Converted into a family home, the teachers and students are long gone. But they left something behind… Sophie arrives at the old schoolhouse to spend the summer with her cousins. Brooding Cameron with his scarred hand, strange Lillias with a fear of bones and Piper, who seems just a bit too good to be true. And then there’s her other cousin. The girl with a room full of antique dolls. The girl that shouldn’t be there. The girl that died. Alex Bell’s chilling novel is part of the Red Eye series, perfect for fans of Juno Dawson’s Say Her Name and Kendare Blake’s Anna Dressed in Blood.Trade Review "Fast paced, Frozen Charlotte will keep you turning the pages once you get into the story, because once you start, you’ll need to know what’s actually going on." Studio Reads –– "I could almost imagine this book being played out as a movie, one with a lot of silence and creep–up–on–you scenes." Reading In Between the Lines –– "Full of plot twists and turns and creepiness by the barrel full, if you like a read that will keep you guessing and get your heart racing – you’ve found it…" Bookaholic Confessions ––

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Book SynopsisAmelie fell hard for Reese. And she thought he loved her too. But she's starting to realise that real love isn't supposed to hurt like this. So now she's retracing their story, revisiting all the places he made her cry. Because if she works out what went wrong, perhaps she can finally learn how to get over him.Trade ReviewUtterly page-turning and relatable * The Observer *Funny and sad, this book urges girls to know their own worth. * The Guardian *Smart and beautifully written, this isn't just for YA readers. * Stylist *Tackles abusive relationships with a compassionate and authentic voice. * The i *An important and honest read. * The Sun *

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Book SynopsisA dream come true: Peter is invited to ride in the cab of a large modern diesel locomotive! Luckily the journey was not as wild as one of Grandpa's tales from the old steam days: Wagons without brakes, speeding trains with runaway carriages getting lost in the night...Another adventure with Peter and his Grandpa. Real engineering detail with 12 watercolours by John Wardle. Age 6 to 12 years.Trade Review"I have so much to thank you, because of the love for your books Brian now reads much more." Claire D. "My granny and grandad have got me all your books and I love them! I'm nearly 9 years old. Thank you! Can you write some more books soon please?" Leo.

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Book SynopsisA bumper collection of 3 Famous Five books in one volume. Join the adventure!

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Book Synopsis Book 3 in the New York Times bestselling series - perfect for curious readers! 'This book reminded me of some of the children’s books I grew up with, like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The Phantom Tollbooth.' RICK RIORDAN, author of the PERCY JACKSON series on book 1 'Like the Potter books, this story goes beyond mere adventure' BOOKLIST on book 1 Reynie, Kate, Sticky and Constance are back – but so is Mr Curtain, with another devious scheme. Can the Mysterious Benedict Society thwart Mr Curtain's plans, even whilst held prisoner? Join them on their adventure as they face all sorts of dilemmas in a bid to save Stonetown ... Book 3 in the 4-book New York Times bestselling adventure series – ideal for children aged 10 and up Join a group of smart and resourceful junior sleuths as they solve a series of page-turning puzzles and mysteries Perfect for fans of Robin Stevens's MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE series The adventure continues in book 4, THE MYSTERIOUS BENEDICT SOCIETY AND THE RIDDLE OF AGES

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Book SynopsisA small boy who has been kidnapped by brigands, passes a dark and stormy night in their cave weaving for them incredible stories of their own exploits. Through the stories he solves his own problem and manages to escape.

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Book SynopsisFree the Beasts. Live the Adventure.Join the New Protectors as they battle Beasts and fight Evil in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up!In the land of Tangala, legend tells of the Metamorphia - a league of sorcerers who once defied the Emperor and used their magic to create mighty Beasts. Now the New Protectors are on the trail of four such Beasts, resurrected by the witch Zuba. Our brave young heroes must travel to the four corners of the kingdom to defeat Zuba''s Beasts before the realm is destroyed for ever . . . but fortunately they are joined by powerful animal companions of their own. When Miandra and her companion, Azul, travel to the coast, they discover a mighty water-Beast terrorising the people of Bridgetown. Can they tackle this deadly enemy?There are FOUR thrilling adventures to collect in the latest set of this beloved series - don''t miss out!

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Book SynopsisSave the universe in the awesome and hilarious new space-themed adventure series from bestselling authors Katie and Kevin Tsang!Suzie Wen LOVES gadgets and inventing things but her inventions don't always turn out how she expects . . . And when Suzie invent the Super 3DTV Gizmo she ends up getting transported into her favourite TV show Space Blasters! On board the space ship with Captain Jane, Spaceman Jack and alien with attitude Five-Eyed Frank, Suzie is soon exploring new planets like the smelly Planet Cheddar and meeting plenty of aliens. But when moons start disappearing, it's up to Suzie to save the universe. Can she put her inventing skills to use? And will she ever get home?Funny, accessible and highly illustrated stories, perfect for readers aged 6 and up and fans of Bunny vs Monkey, Grimwood, Kitty Quest and space!STEM themes woven throughout, including real mindbending space facts and pages from Suzie's inventors' notebookTrade Review‘When young inventor Suzie Wen gets catapulted into Space Blasters, her favourite TV show, there’s no time to waste – especially as she’s crash-landed on smelly Planet Cheddar and finds that its moon’s gone missing! Can Suzie help Captain Jane and crew solve the mystery of the stolen satellites? A high-energy, accessible, fun new series for 6+’ – Guardian ‘Intensely likeable and sharply observed comic capers’ – Guardian on SAM WU

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Book SynopsisFrom the classic story by Jonathan Swift. After a shipwreck, Gulliver wakes on an island to find that he is a prisoner of the tiny people of Lilliput. Gradually he adapts to his new home. He even stops a war; but he also makes enemies, and little people can be just as dangerous as large ones.

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Book SynopsisPerfect for children just learning to read, this highly original book is told entirely in speech bubbles with a repetitive use of familiar phrases. From the award-winning author of Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!Gerald 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.Piggie tries to teach Gerald some new dance moves, which doesn't go well. But perhaps Gerald can teach Piggie something even more important? Mo Willems creates another hilarious escapade starring the award-winning duo that will have early readers breaking into laughter from the first page.Trade ReviewFun for anyone to read. -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisBrand new book When the World Tips Over out 24 September!New edition of the bestselling YA classic about first love and first grief. For fans of Jojo Moyes, Rainbow Rowell and David Levithan.New York Times bestselling authorLonglisted for the Carnegie MedalEntirely compelling. The GuardianHeartwarming. The IndependentAddictive, romantic, heartbreaking. Gayle FormanJandy Nelson's unforgettable debut novel is a tender and passionate story of first love and first grief. Adrift after her sister Bailey''s sudden death, Lennie finds herself torn between quiet, seductive Toby Bailey''s boyfriend who shares her grief and Joe, the new boy in town who bursts with life and musical genius. Each offers Lennie something she desperately needs ... though she knows if the two of them collide her whole world will explode.

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Book SynopsisIn the world of speculative fiction.Your favorite authors.have selected the best new voices of the year. 24 Award-winning Authors and Illustrators.3 Bonus Short Stories by Kevin J. Anderson, L. Ron Hubbard & S. M. Stirling. Art and Writing Tips by Lazarus Chernik, L. Ron Hubbard & Kristine Kathryn Rusch. Edited by Dean Wesley Smith, Jody Lynn Nye. 16-page color gallery of artwork. Cover art by Tom Wood.Check out the stories Brandon Sanderson, Orson Scott Card, Nnedi Okorafor, Robert J. Sawyer, Kevin J. Anderson, Jody Lynn Nye and others chose as the best of the best.Be amazed. Be amused. Be transported . by stories that take you by surprise and take you further and deeper into new worlds and new ideas than you've ever gone before..Twelve captivating tales from the most exciting new voices in science fiction and fantasy accompanied by three from masters of the genre. A miracle? An omen? Or something else? One day, they arrived in droves?the foxes of the desert, the field, the imagination..- "Kitsune" by Devon BohmWhen a vampire, a dragon and a shape-shifting Chihuahua meet on a beach in Key West, fireworks go off! But that's just the background. - "Moonlight and Funk" by Marianne XenosDan Shamble, Zombie P.I., faces one of his funniest and most perplexing cases ever?an enlightened ogre, a salamander with low self-esteem, and a raging fire dragon terrorizing the Unnatural Quarter! - "Fire in the Hole" by Kevin J. AndersonThe Grim Reaper, trapped in an IRS agent's dying body, must regain his powers before he dies and faces judgment for his original sin. - "Death and the Taxman" by David HankinsIn a metaverse future, a woman who exposes falseness in others must decide what is real to her-the love she lost or the love she may have found. - "Under My Cypresses" by Jason PalmatierVic Harden wasn't lured by glory on a daring mission into the reaches of outer space-he was ordered out there by his editor. - "The Unwilling Hero" by L. Ron HubbardDangerous opportunities present themselves when an alien ship arrives in the solar system seeking repairs. - "White Elephant" by David K. HenricksonWith her spaceship at the wrong end of a pirate's guns, a former war hero must face down her enemies and demons to save Earth's last best chance for peace. - "Piracy for Beginners" by J. R. JohnsonYears after the Second Holocaust, the last surviving Jews on earth attempt to rewrite the past. - "A Trickle in History" by Elaine MidcohWhen I said I'd do anything to pay off my debts and get back home to Earth, I didn't mean survey a derelict spaceship at the edge of the solar system?but here I am. - "The Withering Sky" by Arthur H. MannerHigh-powered telescopes bring galactic life to our TVs, and network tuner Hank Enos figures he's seen everything?until the day an alien boy stares back. - "The Fall of Crodendra M." by T. J. KnightDetermined to save his wife, Tumelo takes an unlikely client through South Africa's ruins to the heart of the Desolation?a journey that will cost or save everything. - "The Children of Desolation" by Spencer SekulinWhen a terrorist smuggles a nuclear weapon into London, a team regresses in time to AD 1093 to assassinate a knight on the battlefield, thereby eliminating the terrorist a millennia before his birth. - "Timelines and Bloodlines" by L. H. Davis You will love this collection of the best new voices because, as Locus magazine puts it, "Excellent writing.extremely varied. There's a lot of hot new talent."Get it now.Trade Review"Outstanding new voices, telling stories that cover the range of speculative fiction. There's something for every genre reader among this year's winners, as well as stories from established writers Kevin J, Anderson and S.M. Stirling and two how-to essays for hopeful SF Writers and illustrators. "VERDICT This collection of winners will satisfy readers of SF, Epic and urban fantasy" -- LibraryJournal"No corner of the speculative fiction genre has been left untouched with these epic stories. This book represents the best and brightest upcoming authors and illustrators within the genre. I completely loved it!" -- The International Review of Books"This is a treasure of extraordinary journeysbeyond the boundaries of imagination. L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of theFuture volume 39 is a 'must-read' for science fiction and fantasy connoisseurs. Highlyrecommended!" --Midwest Book Review"Enjoyable. An early glance at writers who may become major talents in the future. A strikingly original and intricately imagined fantasy world. Unusually vivid and convincing cyberpunk." -- Tangent Online"Perfect 5 out of 5 stars. This volumedefinitely inspired me. I thoroughly enjoyed all of the short stories. There isliterally something for everyone, and the illustrations linked with each shortstory were mesmerizing. They fit perfectly." -- OnlineBookClub.org"Riveting. An epic collection withbeautiful new voices, bonus stories, and remarkable artwork." -- Readers' Favorite

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Book SynopsisSuspense-driven, action-packed terrorist vs. hostage showdown that will keep readers gripped to the very last page. Perfect for a fast fiction fix and particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 10+ Alex and her dad are working a routine plumbing job in the Town Hall when it is suddenly taken over by terrorists. Their leader Mr Blue demands the release of a high-profile prisoner, or he'll start killing hostages – and one of them is Alex's dad! Hidden in the attic's pipes, Alex must rely on her wits to ensure they all stay alive. And she only has precious minutes before time runs out. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 10+

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Book SynopsisFacing up to fears of bullying, Eva finds the courage to take to the field in this heartwarming tale from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth.Eva's football skills make her stand out while playing at break-time at school, so her friends can't understand why she's reluctant to join them in playing for their local team, the Lightmoor Lionesses.Horribly bullied at her last school due to a painful skin condition, Eva is terrified that the same thing will happen again if her new friends find out. Her instinct is to hide away, but can she find the courage to take to the field and play the game she loves?

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Book SynopsisThird in a delightful new series about puffins and teamwork for readers aged 5+.Welcome back to the island of Egg, where a group of young puffins are training to join a search and rescue team.Meet Forti, the newest recruit. He''s a bit of a dreamer and the other puffins have their work cut out looking after him!When an old wreck washes up in a storm, the puffins are told to keep away - but Forti cannot resist swimming right up to it for a closer look. But then disaster strikes and Forti''s leg gets stuck in the rigging. Can Muffin, Tiny and the other puffins remain unflappable in the face of danger and save the day?

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Book SynopsisNo.Not the Palace.Anywhere but the Palace.12-year-old Alexander Buchan was once content, training as a falconer at Strathbogie Castle in Huntly. But when his Earl sends him to Edinburgh to the courtof the newly arrived Mary, Queen of Scots, the boy finds himself lured into a world of intrigue, terror and treachery.Alexander knows right from wrong, but how can he hope to outwit the Earl''s murderous messenger? Surely no one can defy such a powerful master whose wife is rumoured to be a witch!Soon, more than the boy''s own life is at stake:his friend Lizzie is arrested and thethe angry clouds of Reformation Scotland gather around the young Queen.It seems that Alexander must spy or die.

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