Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book Synopsis'Brilliantly entertaining & thought provoking . . . I am in total awe.' David Walliams'Proper, sparkly, witty, enticing storytelling . . . It's perfect.' Hilary McKayPacked with mystery, adventure and laughs, Noah's Gold is the exciting novel from the bestselling, multi-award-winning author of Millions and Cosmic, Frank Cottrell-Boyce. Fully illustrated in black and white throughout by Steven Lenton, this is perfect for readers of 9+.Being the smallest doesn't stop you having the biggest ideas.Eleven-year old Noah sneaks along on his big sister's geography field trip. Everything goes wrong! Six kids are marooned on an uninhabited island. Their teacher has vanished. They're hungry. Their phones don't work and Noah has broken the internet. There's no way of contacting home . . . Disaster!Until Noah discovers a treasure map and the gang goes in search of gold.'A writer of comic genius - he has something of Roald Dahl’s magic, but more heart' – Sunday Telegraph'Joyous writing. Wonderful characters. Authentic humour. Heart & soul. So Much Fun. And, oh, the dialogue! Just love it! Pure class' Jenny Pearson, author of The Super Miraculous Journey of Freddie YatesTrade ReviewAnother brilliantly entertaining & thought provoking book from the master storyteller Frank Cottrell-Boyce. Once again I am in total awe. * David Walliams *Funny, surprising, original, written in texts and letters, with friendly black-and-white illustrations, this is a joyous book about the things that are truly valuable. -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *Proper, sparkly, witty, enticing storytelling . . . It's perfect. -- Hilary McKayA comic novel so light on its feet, it is positively levitating * The Times *It’s a relief to find Frank Cottrell-Boyce cheering us on with his irrepressible boy narrator in Noah’s Gold [...] An adventure whose wit and energy recalls E Nesbit’s immortal Oswald Bastable, this is an absolute tonic about using your head instead of relying on technology, or adults -- Amanda Craig * New Statesman *A writer of comic genius - he has something of Roald Dahl's magic, but more heart * Sunday Telegraph *Joyous writing. Wonderful characters. Authentic humour. Heart & soul. So Much Fun. And, oh, the dialogue! Just love it! Pure class -- Jenny Pearson, author of The Super Miraculous Journey of Freddie YatesFrank Cottrell-Boyce's stories make you laugh and cry. He's the real deal for children of eight and over. -- Amanda Craig * Guardian *With a nod to classics like Lord Of The Flies and Treasure Island this is a rip-roaring tale of buried treasure. * Independent *A laugh-out-loud writer * Guardian *There’s always a buzz of excitement in the air when a new Frank Cottrell-Boyce book hits the shelves and the award-winning author certainly strikes gold with this rip-roaring adventure. * Lancashire Evening Post *Frank Cottrell-Boyce has created a brilliantly sympathetic and funny character in Noah, and his insecurity about being the smallest, the youngest, and the person seemingly responsible for everything going wrong makes him a wonderfully relatable hero. * BookTrust *This book absolutely sizzles and sparks with Frank’s most marvellous sense of humour. It’s cheeky, funny, heart-warming and so full of love. * Love My Read *a funny and life-affirming tale about co-operation and resourcefulness, with a Blytonesque hidden-loot subplot thrown in. * Financial Times *A gently funny story for eight-plus, with a warm, classic feel. * Guardian *"Packed with mystery, adventure and laughs, Noah’s Gold by Frank Cottrell-Boyce (Macmillan, €15.50), is like an Irish Lord of the Flies, where the pupils have to govern themselves on an island after their teacher disappears. An engaging book with amazing illustrations, even a map." * Irish Independent *Noah's Gold is fantastically fun, packed with action and overflows with heart as the group get closer and friendships bloom. It would make a brilliant class novel (and a fab film too!) I thoroughly recommend this clever, comic caper. * ReadingZone *This wacky, comical, entertaining tale reels its way through to the final rescue involving foil blankets and hot chocolate. A brilliant read for the eights-plus. * Newbury Weekly News *A new book from this multi-award-winning author is always something to celebrate! Full of his trademark wit and warmth, endearing characters, and a cracking plot, this is indeed a joyous read. [...] A beautifully observed gem. * The School Librarian *Packed with mystery, adventure and laughs, Noah’s Gold by Frank Cottrell-Boyce (Macmillan, €15.50), is like an Irish Lord of the Flies, where the pupils have to govern themselves on an island after their teacher disappears. An engaging book with amazing illustrations, even a map. * Independent *A kinder Lord of the Flies in which sat-nav misdirects... funny and unexpected * The Times *

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Book SynopsisDetermined to be the world’s greatest detective, Zaiba is always on the lookout for a crime to solve! When a new family moves to the village, Zaiba is intrigued to hear about the strange happenings in their home. Things go missing, objects are smashed and unfriendly messages are painted on the walls. There have always been rumours that the house is haunted, but is a ghost really causing all this trouble? Zaiba and her team are convinced that the culprit is very much alive – and won’t stop until they get what they want… The third book in a fun, fresh and exciting new detective series, for readers not quite ready for Robin Stevens, Katherine Woodfine, HIGH RISE MYSTERY and NANCY DREW.

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Book SynopsisJoin Unicorn on a wonderful journey into an enchanted forest in My Magical Forest!With a sparkly foil cover wheel and push, pull and turn mechanisms, little ones will have lots of fun taking part in an exciting adventure with a magical unicorn and her forest friends!Yujin Shin's beautifully coloured illustrations are paired with gentle rhyming text to create a perfect magical world, with bright, sparkling detail and things to spot in four magical scenes.My Magical Forest is another exciting addition to the My Magical series, based on the popular Busy Book format.Perfect for little fingers and inquisitive minds, enjoy more magical adventures with My Magical Unicorn, My Magical Fairy, and My Magical Owl.Trade ReviewWe're big fans of this range of books in our house. My 3 year old loves them. * Toppsta Reviewer *

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Book SynopsisA fun and fast-paced series based on African mythology, YOMI is an adventure full of heart and humour.?When Yomi and her younger brother Kayode arrive in South Africa, they are greeted with stories of an abandoned town, cursed by the powerful Nkara Grootslang. They soon learn the curse is real when it's triggered and they team up with a group of children who are determined to break it once and for all. They set out on a quest for answers, but with secrets and surprises along the way, will Yomi be ready to face the beast?BEAST QUEST meets Pokémon, the series is perfect for fans of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON, FUTURE HERO and DRAGON MOUNTAIN.

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Book SynopsisA beautiful gift edition of Grimms' Fairy Tales featuring five classic stories, charmingly retold in rhyming verse with stunning illustrations.Follow Little Red through the woods, where she encounters a wolf! Find out what happens when Hansel and Gretel meet a witch, and see who secretly stitches the poor shoemaker’s shoes. Who are the mysterious musicians of Bremen . . . and will Cinderella go to the ball, after all?Bringing together the incredible talents of award-winning illustrator and Booktrust Time to Read favourite, Marta Altés and author and poet, Elli Woollard, this unique collection of Grimms' Fairy Tales is a fresh and funny take on the iconic original tales by the brothers Grimm. Richly illustrated by the author of Little Monkey and New in Town, this is perfect for new and younger readers and will delight children and adults alike.A timeless gift with sumptuous details including textured foil cover and full colour illustrations throughout. A book to treasure, to share and enjoy again and again.A perfect companion title to Aesop’s Fables and Just So Stories, created by the same winning team.Stories include:CinderellaLittle Red CapThe Musicians of BremenHansel and GretelThe Elves and the Shoemaker.

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Book SynopsisTravel the globe on an inspiring journey through the animal kingdom. A Song of Gladness is a timely reminder of the beauty and importance of the natural world from two of today's most celebrated children's book creators.From a blackbird in a Devon garden to leopards in the African savanna, hibernating bears and chimpanzees high in the forest canopy, A Song of Gladness reminds us all of our connection with nature, and with each other, and the urgent need for us to join together in caring for the planet and every creature in it.Former Children's Laureate and CILIP Carnegie Medal winner Sir Michael Morpurgo's beautiful story is both moving and full of hope; the illustrations from twice CILIP Kate Greenaway-winning Emily Gravett are breathtaking. This gorgeous book is a classic in the making and the perfect gift for any animal and nature lover.Trade ReviewTravel the globe in this inspiring journey through the animal kingdom. A Song of Gladness is a timely reminder of the beauty and importance of the natural world from two of today's most celebrated children's book creators. * Eastern Anglian Daily Times *

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Book SynopsisThe journey winds through me, twisted and turned, like a difficult second spine Having escaped their city, Juniper Green and her brother Bear have settled in Ennerdale with their dad and his family. Every day the Wild introduces them to a new wonder, but Juniper can't stop worrying about her grandmother and best friend left behind. When she hears news that disease has entered the city, she's determined to bring her loved ones to safety.Trapped in a city riddled with disease and run by a ruthless leader, Etienne longs for the Wild. With the guards becoming more aggressive to counteract the growing rebellion, Etienne's prepared to fight for his freedom. But will he be able to protect himself and keep those around him safe until Juniper returns from the Wild?The compelling and thought-provoking sequel to the much-loved WHERE THE WORLD TURNS WILD, this ecological adventure is perfect for fans of THE LAST BEAR, RUNNING ON THE ROOF OF TH

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Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of fast-paced adventures, The Book of Legends, from comedian Lenny Henry is a laugh-out-loud magical story for 8-12 year olds, illustrated throughout by the incredibly talented Keenon Ferrell.Twins, Bran and Fran, are two ordinary kids who are about to go on an extraordinary adventure! When their mum mysteriously disappears in a lightning strike, just like their dad, the twins are all alone and know they have to stick together – if only to face their new guardian’s terrible cooking! But when their mum’s treasured storybook turns out to be a portal to another world full of mythical legends, everything changes.Suddenly, evil princes, mud monsters and Viking armies are all very real and out to get them. Luckily, the twins have Wilma, the Wizard's Wife, and Zachary, a wisecracking Zebracorn, to help them solve the mystery surrounding their parents’ disappearance.Quests are no joke (but there are lots of jokes in this book) and this is the quest of a lifetime . . .Trade ReviewThe Book of Legends is a much-needed book about friendship, family and imagination. It truly is an effortlessly witty delight that transports readers to a different world. -- Tennille Rolingson * Jericho Prize *[A] celebration of the vitality of storytelling, The Book of Legends made me laugh, made me teary, left me happy and hopeful. -- Sanjeev Bhaskar, actor and comedian[M]y nine-year-old daughter loved The Book of Legends so much that she stayed up for hours in bed with it, palely turning the pages long after she would normally have fallen asleep -- Tom Lamont * The Guardian *With its wonderful evocation of a magical other-world and the warm-hearted dynamics of family love and friendship, this high-octane adventure will have youngsters giggling, gasping and guffawing from first page to last. -- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Post *Always looking for genuinely laugh out loud funny books and [The Boy with Wings] 100% delivered. THANK YOU. -- Louie Stowell, bestselling author of Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good on The Boy With WingsThis book is as laugh-out-loud funny as you’d expect, but it’s also packed with super-charged thrills, characters you really care about and a whole lot of heart. I think The Boy With Wings is the start of something really special. -- Bestselling author and illustrator Nadia Shireen on The Boy With WingsHenry's first book for children is as funny as might be expected but it's also quietly thoughtful and poignant, examining ideas of heritage, family, love and belonging in a way that lifts the Chosen One troupe out of the territory of cliché. -- Books for Keeps on The Boy With Wings

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Book SynopsisWhen Alex is saved from the burning Temple, the last person she expects to see is a woman named Christine, a key figure to understanding her mysterious past. But before Alex can get any answers, Christine is snatched away. Alex is desperate to find her, but there's a new development. Disciples from around the world are trying to capture Alex, by any means necessary. She won't be caught so easily, though, as her newfound abilities have given her the freedom to start fighting back. But with the walls closing in, and even her own friends beginning to mistrust her, she'll need to decide who her real allies are. No matter what she chooses, the Temporal world lies in Alex's hands... The second in a new action-packed trilogy, perfect for fans of ARTEMIS FOWL, ALEX RIDER and LOCKWOOD AND CO.

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Book SynopsisA Dinosaur Ate My Sister is the first book selected in the Marcus Rashford Book Club.'The perfect story to escape into and find adventure. Pooja is super talented and I'm a big fan!' - Marcus Rashford MBEThis brilliantly illustrated, laugh-out-loud, wacky adventure through time by Pooja Puri is the perfect blend of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and Jurassic Park. Before you start reading, there are a few things you should know:1. I, Esha Verma, am a genius inventor extraordinaire.2. There is nothing I cannot invent. This includes words. 3. I did not mean to send my sister back to the Age of the Dinosaurs. That was HER OWN FAULT (Mum and Dad, if you’re reading this, please take note).Esha Verma, her snotty apprentice Broccoli and his cunning pet tortoise have a dream. They are going to win the legendary Brain Trophy – the ultimate inventing prize. This year's entry: A TIME MACHINE.But the day before the competition, Esha's IGNORAMUS big sister hijacks the time machine and is lost in the Cretaceous age.With help from a new recruit for The Office of Time, Esha and Broccoli will have to face hungry dinosaurs, mysterious black holes and malfunctioning inventions to get them back in time.The Marcus Rashford Book Club is a collaboration between Marcus Rashford and Macmillan Children's Books, inspiring children to develop a love of reading and literacy as a life skill.Trade ReviewThe perfect story to escape into and find adventure. Pooja is super talented and I'm a big fan! -- Marcus Rashford MBEA joyfully bonkers adventure, brimming with humour and heart. -- Maz Evans, author of Who Let the Gods Out?Rip-roaring fun for all ages! -- Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of StarsA hilarious, pitch-perfect, roarsome romp of a time travel adventure. Genius inventions, dinosaurs, and a tortoise called Archibald. What more could you ask for? Pooja Puri is a tremendous talent – absolutely one to watch – and her fabulous story has been brought to life brilliantly with super fun art from Allen Fatimaharan. -- Rashmi Sirdeshpande author of Dosh! and Never Show a T-Rex a BookA wonderful romp through time with plenty of dinosaurs, inventions and Mr Gum-like new words. Allen Fatimaharan's art really pops – and some of the dinosaurs are GENUINELY scary! This book shows no respect for the fourth wall and I love it. Also, cracking one-liners! I felt a strong urge to go and invent stuff afterwards, so, warning to parents, you may end up with some geniuses of your own blasting holes in the space-time continuum. My recommendation of this book as a reading experience does NOT mean I approve of such meddling with the timeline! -- Louie Stowell author of The Dragon in the LibraryAppealing, hilarious and supremely readable(!), Pooja Puri’s entry into middle grade is a fun romp through time with a cocksure protagonist, a sidekick named Broccoli, and a humorously disapproving tortoise. Laughs and hijinks galore! -- Nizrana Farook author of The Girl Who Stole an ElephantI have just now finished A Dinosaur Ate My Sister and LOVED it! Esha leapt straight off page one and immediately made me want to join her in her hilarious and action-packed adventioning. (which is genius by the way!). It’s super sparky and fun and lit up by brilliant ideas and time travelling tortoises and the illustrations and design throughout the book are incredibly engaging - can’t ask for much more! I think Broccoli and Archibald might need their own spin off! -- Andy Shepherd - author of The Boy Who Grew Dragons.Oh how I loved meeting Esha Verma G.I.E. Brainy and brave! Pooja's MG debut is laugh out loud funny with non stop action. I am looking forward to reading it aloud to my nephew who is OBSESSED with dinosaurs. -- Sufiya Ahmed, author of Noor-un-Nissa Inayat KhanPuri's suitably puerile sense of humour will appeal to younger children and big kids alike * How it Works magazine *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the Pegasus series comes the third book in a spellbinding fantasy series for fans of Rick Riordan and Shannon Messenger, in which Riley must protect her family’s new life in Atlantis.Life in Atlantis has always been unpredictable. But lately, the Community has finally started to feel like the stable home Riley hoped it could be—until the weather becomes anything but stable. After three Red Moons within a month, the latest of which brings an earthquake, it’s clear that something is wrong. But what is causing this change? In addition to creating chaos, the storms are also damaging homes across the territories and escalating tensions between the groups. And when an encounter with the Underwater Territory goes badly, several of Riley’s friends are kidnapped! With no hope of reaching her friends on her own, Riley embarks on a quest—accompanied by Storm, Alfie, Maggie, Pea, and Kevin—to enter the Enchanted Territor

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Book SynopsisCreate your own Ultimate Football Hero with the No.1 football series - over 3 million copies sold! If you train hard, and luck is on your side, you'll reach the Cup Final!Part of the Ultimate Football Heroes series.

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Book SynopsisMilo the monkey lives deep in the jungle with his monkey friend, Mia. One day, Milo wakes up and realises he's forgotten something very, VERY important. It's Mia's birthday and he hasn't got her a present! Milo searches high and low for the perfect gift for Mia but soon realises what he was looking for was right in front of him all along.

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Book Synopsis A boy’s usual routine is shaken up by the sudden appearance of a bear in Out of the Blue, an award-winning Danish picture book from author Rebecca Bach-Lauritsenand illustrator Anna Margrethe Kjærgaardabout embracing surprise, adapting to change, and welcoming new friendships. Translated from Danish byMichael Favala Goldman In a house where everything is arranged just so, there lives a boy whose days are filled with peace, quiet, and solitude. Every morning, he wakes up and follows the exact same routine, without fail… until the day something new appears, out of the blue: a bear! In this imaginative and empowering picture book, a meticulous child steps out of his comfort zone of control and opens himself up to unfamiliar and unexpected experiences. Thanks to author Bach-Lauritsen’s poetic text, fluidly trans

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Book SynopsisLook and see a world of amazing animals in this early learning board book that will help to teach counting in no time at all. From one whale with an almighty tail to a flock of flip-flapping penguins, the bold colour palette and super-clear typography have been designed to entertain little learners as they begin their maths journey.

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Book SynopsisA young technomancer teams up with a handsome thief to save her sister in this propulsive, magic-filled young adult fantasy that is perfect for fans of Gearbreakers and Iron Widow.Adya wants nothing more than to be left alone. Content to be loyal to no one but herself in the isolated jungles of South India, she dreams only of finding her lost sister, Priya, and making enough money to take care of their family. It’s too bad that her rare ability to wake electric machines—using the magic that wiped them out five centuries ago—also makes her a coveted political pawn. Everyone seems to believe that her technomancy can help them win the endless war for control over the magic’s supernatural source. These senseless power struggles mean little to Adya. But when her enemies dangle news of her sister before her, she’s all too quick to leap at the chance to bring Priya home—even if it means teaming up with a rakish, disreput

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Book SynopsisBursting with color and charm, this adorable finger puppet book lets inquisitive babies and toddlers touch, feel, and explore their growing world. Newborns will love snuggling up with this adorable baby mushroom! With irresistibly cute art and sweet, simple text, this forest-themed offering from the bestselling Baby Finger Puppet series is guaranteed to delight parents and toddlers alike. Featuring a plush finger puppet that peeks into each lovingly illustrated page, Baby Mushroom offers parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read as they build a lifelong love of books (and nature!) together.

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Book SynopsisIn this fresh and playful board book, the kind crocodile leaves his pond to see the world. Animals are in danger out here! Here comes a terrified mouse, a frightened hog, an antelope. One by one they find shelter on Crocodile's long back, while his big teeth scare their enemies away. GRRR! Is there room for an enormous, frightened rhino? Yes! But a growling lion is too much. GRRR! And then the crocodile turns on his friends. GRRR! "Just joking!" says crocodile. "Not kind!" say the friends. This funny board book from Leo Timmers, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book Award author, features his trademark detailed illustrations full of expression and a satisfying twist ending-will Crocodile turns on its friends? Of course not, the kind crocodile is just kid, leaving much to discuss about when a joke is not that funny. Kind Crocodile is a board book to enjoy again and again with a good message at its heart, about jokes that transgress the boundary of kindness.Trade Review"The humorously expressive illustrations are appealing, as are the prominent appearances of onomatopoeic animal howls incorporated at strategic points throughout." -- Kirkus Reviews"Humorous, expressive illustrations." -- Bank Street Best Children's Books 2023"A diverting reminder that kindness comes in all shapes and sizes—and sometimes requires community." -- Publishers Weekly"Kids will enjoy the buildup as more and more animals look to Crocodile for help...The words are sparse and the message is subtle, but effective." -- Politics and Prose Bookshop, US"Not sure how [Timmers] does this art, but by gum I hope he never stops." -- Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production

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Book SynopsisAn interactive board book perfect for family holiday fun. A festive fir cozies up for winter with its cute forest friends in this very merry finger puppet book bursting with color and charm!  Little ones will love making friends with Little Fir Tree! This endearing and engaging children's book invites young children to touch, feel, and explore their growing world.  With its irresistible plush, adorable illustrations, and sweet, simple text, this forest-themed offering from the bestselling Finger Puppet series is guaranteed to delight parents and toddlers alike. Featuring a finger puppet that peeks into each illustrated page, Little Fir Tree offers a fun, interactive way to play and read as little ones build a lifelong love of books (and nature!).MORE THAN 8 MILLION COPIES SOLD IN THE SERIES: The Finger Puppet books are a trusted, go-to series for new parents and gift-givers. LEARNING PLUS PLAYTIME: A simp

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Book SynopsisHead off on a series of action-packed missions with the awesome LEGO® DC Super Heroes™! Complete the puzzles to stop the Super-Villains and collect sticker rewards from the Super Heroes as you go. Fans of Superman™, Batman™ and Wonder Woman™ will love this sticker activity book!Activities used in this book previously appeared in LEGO® DC Super Heroes™: 1001 Stickers.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2023 The LEGO Group.JUSTICE LEAGUE and all related characters and elements © & ™ DC. WB SHIELD: © & ™ WBEI. (s23)

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Book SynopsisIt's Tiny T. Rex's first day of school! In this new addition to the bestselling series, Tiny is certain he's ready for anything at his BIG new schoolbut learns that even the best-prepared dinosaur will still meet some oopsies along the way!

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Book SynopsisAn opera house haunted by a musical spirit and a castle whose owner sleeps in a coffin are just two of the places these ten spooky stories transport readers to. Based on the world's most famous gothic literature, they have been simplified and sanitised for a younger audience, with all the excitement and thrills of the originals.

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Book SynopsisâœIt is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.â Discover Jane Austen's famous novels Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, Emma, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion repackaged with beautiful modern covers.

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Book SynopsisCat is hot, so he goes for a swim that becomes quite the deep-sea adventure! Bold illustrations and simple rhyming text enable new readers to develop their vocabulary, as well as encouraging the recognition and understanding of word structure through phonics. With colourful, simple illustrations and short, rhyming, easy-to-understand sentences, this is part of the Cat and Friends series of books, aimed at encouraging a love of literacy in emergent readers. Printed as a board book, the story is nicely designed for children and readers of all ages.Trade Review“Jump in with Cat on an underwater adventure. … Doesn’t make a big splash, but Cat is cute enough to make it worth diving in.” —Kirkus Reviews

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Book Synopsis“It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.” When two wealthy gentlemen move into town, Mrs Bennet is delighted. Elizabeth, on the other hand, is determined to resist her mother’s ambition to marry her off to the richest match she can find. First impressions can be misleading though, and the Bennet sisters soon realise that the pursuit of true love is rarely simple.

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Book SynopsisSilly, heartfelt, nonsense poems to be read aloud with friends and loved ones. I’m having jelly for tea I’m having jelly for tea It’s not even my birthday But I’m having jelly for tea Forwards Always is a collection of poems to be read aloud. The poems are activated through performance and play. There are daft poems, quiet poems, wonky poems and dancing poems. The book is a puzzle. Make sense of it together, listen to it, take turns, hold it upside down and wear it as a hat. Have fun and find your own way forwards.

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Book SynopsisBook 7 in the series of Arthurian legends - retold at an easy-to-read level for younger readers! Determined to overcome his love for Queen Guinevere, Lancelot leaves Camelot on a quest for distraction. He finds it in the form of a fearsome knight in black armour, and an impossible choice set by a sorceress. Can Lancelot escape Morgan le Fay's trap? And can he bear to return to Camelot and King Arthur even if he does? About The Legends of King Arthur series: Epic battles, thrilling quests and forbidden love combine in the medieval story of the boy who would be king. A retelling of the Arthurian legends, adapted and illustrated to introduce children aged 7+ to classic folklore. Great to share aloud, just like the original tales.

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Book SynopsisBook 10 in the series of Arthurian legends - retold at an easy-to-read level for younger readers! Guinevere has been kidnapped! King Arthur is determined to rescue her and so is Lancelot. Camelot’s favourite knight has hidden his forbidden love for their queen for years, but it will soon become known to everyone. Then Morgan le Fay will finally make her move to take everything that Arthur holds dear. Will she succeed? About The Legends of King Arthur series: Epic battles, thrilling quests and forbidden love combine in the medieval story of the boy who would be king. A retelling of the Arthurian legends, adapted and illustrated to introduce children aged 7+ to classic folklore. Great to share aloud, just like the original tales.

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Book SynopsisLena has always been under the control of her elusive father, a gang leader known only as Spider. Desperate to protect her younger brothers from a life of strict orders and violence, Lena refuses his wishes, and her latest assignment. Trevor, her partner in a school project, suddenly finds himself twisted into Lena''s life, and the complexities of her family and its secrets. Once together, the pair find themselves unable, and unwilling, to separate, but Lena''s father has other ideas. Lena is forced to disappear, and, over years and in spite of dangerous forces, the two of them must find a way to make a life amongst the shadows.

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Book SynopsisAdapted and illustrated to introduce children and students to the works of Shakespeare! Hamlet is one of the most popular tragedies of the legendary playwright, William Shakespeare. It tells the sad story of Hamlet, the Prince of Denmark, who, upon his father’s death, returns from Wittenberg to discover the evil plot of his Uncle Claudius and his mother, Queen Gertrude. The play is focused on how Hamlet learns the truth about his father’s death and seeks revenge. Includes a QR code for the FREE audiobook! The easy-to-read narrative and comic-style illustrations are a great way to introduce children and students to the story before approaching the original texts.

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Book SynopsisFilled with comical line drawings and crazy typesetting, children will love the visual focus of this book, perfect for reluctant readers. The jam-packed illustrations and hilarious story will keep them laughing-out-loud for hours.

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Book SynopsisAN INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES #1 CHILDREN'S BESTSELLER! (The Sunday Times 19 May 2024)The SPECTACULAR new book in the MAX MAGIC series, from superstar TV presenter and magician, Stephen Mulhern.THE SHOW MUST GO ON!Max Mullers is ready to take his magic skills to the next level. Then the news hits that the no-good Crayfish Twins have broken out of jail and are ready to get their revenge on Max and his friends. Luckily, Max and the gang are heading to the incredible Bupkins holiday resort for a week of seaside fun - it's the perfect place to lie low.But staying out of the spotlight doesn't come naturally to Max, and he's soon grabbing attention at Popkins with his magic and mischief - and not in a good way! Max and his friends have managed to escape some sticky situations in the past, but will they be able to stay one step ahead of trouble this time?Eng

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Book SynopsisOn a summer holiday in Wales, Portia and Ben find a mysterious door set in a bramble hedge in the middle of a forest. It is a portal to the Otherworld and should never be opened, but how are they supposed to know that? After all, the old stories about the wonders and dangers of the Otherworld have long been forgotten... For Robin Goodfellow, the man with the fox shadow, the children are his last chance to open the portal and finally return home. But for everyone else, the door spells great danger. This thrilling fantasy adventure immerses young readers deep in the world of British myths and legends.Trade Review'Both the protagonists and the worlds are simply lovingly designed' - Sallys Books'Full of charm, magic and adventure' - Damaris liest Mini

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Book SynopsisA fun-filled fantasy quest starring an unforgettable new hero: BRONTE TEMPESTRA!Bronte Tempestra of the Storm Kingdom is taking charge of her own destiny - she will be the first ever princess to become a knight! But knight school isn't the fun-filled adventure Bronte is expecting - the knights don't seem interested in saving . . . anything. And when she discovers that the Lightning Steeds have gone missing, leaving the Thunder Trolls to wreak havoc across the lands, she knows it's her moment to prove just how brave a princess can be. Bronte must face down pompous griffin lords and bare-bottomed cloud-stealing gnomes, monstrous horrorflies and spooky zombits. The future of the entire kingdom is at stake!It's time for the princess to rescue the knights!The first book in a new fantasy series for readers aged 7 and up, packed with illustrations. Perfect for fans of RAINBOW GREY, WITCH WARS and THE PRINCESS IN BLACK.Trade ReviewA fun, imaginative rollercoaster of a read. * Dominique Valente, author of STARFELL *Tradition is well and truly turned on its head in this funny, all-action romp packed with the quirkiest creatures you're ever likely to meet. And with McCaffery's imaginative illustrations bringing Bronte's exciting fantasy world to glorious life, it's a glorious gallop from start to finish. -- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Evening Post *I know this would make an excellent class read for Years 2 or 3 in particular! As well as stunning illustrations, Bronte Tempestra and the Lightning Steeds gives the literary world a brilliant new protagonist you don't want to mess with. I can't wait for more! -- Tom Griffiths * Check 'Em Out Books *a fun romp through a vividly illustrated fantasy world [..] this book will show readers that any dreams are worth working hard for. -- David Chartash * Inis Magazine *The story gripped me right from the start and the pace kept going strong until the end. The only problem I have now is deciding which child gets to read it first! ...will captivate and enthral young readers as much as it did me. A great read. -- Melissa Hudson * NetGalley *This is brilliant, a great story of friendship, bravery, and following your gut, that rattles along at the perfect pace and leaves you wanting so much more. I can't wait for more stories of Bronte, Tonkins, Blue and the bizarre, wonderful kingdoms that Bex has created. -- Tsam Potts * NetGalley *

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Book SynopsisIn a deep dark forest, Little Coyote grows up with a tough gang of big strong coyotes. They are cruel, call him names and order him about all day long. Little Coyote is too small to run away or to stand up for himself, so he learns to do what he's told and makes his body small so nobody notices him. Then, one day he goes on an adventure and ends up discovering new hidden strengths that he never knew he had.This therapeutic picture book is written to help children aged 4-10 and adults to talk about difficult experiences growing up (including things they may still be going through), and explores how they can affect how your body feels and reacts to things. It is followed by easy to read advice for adults on how to help your child.Trade ReviewThe pictures and rich descriptive text convey the real life experience of so many children ... Children will feel relieved and understood as they recognize themselves and their peers in the characters. -- Pat Ogden, Founder, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy InstituteA brilliant addition to the field of mental health for the treatment of trauma in children ... accessible, educational and fun for clients, parents and therapists alike. Bravo! -- Frank Anderson, MD, Psychotherapist, psychiatrist and Executive Director, Foundation of Self LeadershipDelightful ... The Guide for Grown Ups at the end of the book offers child-friendly ways to extend the value of the story into everyday life, and bolsters parent understanding. -- Elizabeth S. Warner, Psy.D, Clinical psychologist and SMART Project Director, Trauma Center at JRIPractical and accessible ... This important and timely series is a must read for anyone who has a need for trauma literacy. -- Nicola McClung, Ph.D., Mother and Assistant Professor, School of Education, University of San FranciscoThe depiction of bullying and peer pressure made my heart pound knowing that my girls (13 and 17) are just developing those skills that Coyote needed ... I'd add this book to my library for my volunteers to read to their foster children. -- ea Keltner, Director, Whitman County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)A welcome addition to any clinician's library and a marvelous resource for caregivers! -- Rochelle Sharpe Lohrasbe, PhD, RCC, EMDRIA-approved consultant in EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy InstituteTable of ContentsAbout the Hidden Strengths Series. How Little Coyote Found His Secret Strength. Let's Talk About Little Coyote's Secret Strength. Play Time. Guide for Grown Ups.

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Book SynopsisWhen your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed! Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the students at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Ivy loves her adventurous unicorn, Flame. They're having loads of fun exploring Unicorn Academy while they search for a mysterious hidden treasure!Ivy is over the moon when Flame starts to discover his magic, but he's struggling to control it! Can they learn how to use his Flame's magic safely before he breaks something that can't be fixed?With a glittery cover and beautifully illustrated throughout by Lucy Truman, Unicorn Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure.Check out the other titles in this series: Sophia and Rainbow, Ava and Star, Isla and Buttercup, Evie and Sunshine and many more!

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Book SynopsisWelcome back to the world of Below London, the magical home of monsters, where causing a ruckus is the best thing you can do!A lot has changed for Rayleigh Mann in the last few months.On the previous All Hallow's Eve, Rayleigh was just a regular boy. Or he thought he was. Now, Rayleigh has embraced his monster heritage, passed all the tests to stay in Below London with the rest of monster society, and even saved his father - the Bogey Mann - from the notorious Illustrious Society.But his adventures are far from over.With the return of the Imposter and the Illustrious Three, Below London is on edge, waiting for the other shoe to drop. Since Rayleigh's own actions foiled the Illustrious Three's sinister plot last time, he's supposed to be staying far away from trouble. But as strange shadows start to reach out to him for help and clues begin to fall into place, Rayleigh and his new friends find themselves embroiled in a mysterious treasure hunt to prevent Below London from falling into chaos - and not the good kind this time.A wonderfully monstrous fantasy adventure for readers aged 9-12 and fans of AMARI, NEVERMOOR and THE MARVELLERS!

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Book SynopsisHer Dark Wings is a modern-day take on the Persephone myth, infused with the intense potency of teenage passions. The richness of Greek myth is vividly brought to life by the immediacy and originality of a fiery, contemporary drama. And iconic mythic figures crackle and change as a modern girl fills the Underworld with new life. Exploring the thin line between love and hate, obsession and attraction, friendship and betrayal, this is a breathless and bold story, beautifully told by an exceptional writer. It's about a girl who realises what she wants and, in getting it, brings soul to a stagnant world, and change to an unyielding god. It's about life - and hope - blooming in the unlikeliest of places. It's about being brave enough to release your wings.Trade ReviewAn intoxicating combination of the ancient and modern, full of passion and rage * Guardian Best Children's Books of the Year 2022 *Mythical reimaginings remain a big trend, but this one is special . . . an intoxicating look at friendship, love and the intensity of teenage emotions * Observer *Melinda Salisbury is a lush, magical writer - who isn't afraid of the dark. Her Dark Wings captures the glory of having a real best friend, and the mythic pain of being betrayed by one * Rainbow Rowell *Salisbury's voice sings at the crossroads of classical and urgently modern . . . Her storytelling is tight and focused and moves at a breathless pace: as all good myth-making should . . . strange, elegant and chilling: I devoured it * Sarah Maria Griffin *Infused with myth, Her Dark Wings is darkly enchanting, bold and unexpected. I loved experiencing this richly imagined world through the eyes of such a well-drawn, nuanced heroine * Mary Watson *Raw emotion; searing prose and a darkly imagined world * Non Pratt *A skilled contemporary reimagining full of friendship and fury * Deirdre Sullivan *Astonishing: an intoxicating, sensual YA that combines Greek mythology with a modern-day love story . . . darkly luscious * The Bookseller, Book of the Month *

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Book SynopsisAn accidental luggage swap with a witch conjures a series of mishaps for Zahra in this charming magical adventure from acclaimed children’s author Aisha Bushby When Zahra accidentally swaps suitcases with a witch, it’s the beginning of a whole series of magical mishaps. Her feet take on a dancing life of their own when she puts on a pair of enchanted boots, while her first flying adventure in a charmed cloak nearly ends in disaster! But it’s not all bad. She learns a spell that can transform her dad’s worst cooking into a gourmet delight and makes a new best friend in the form of a talking cat. When she finds the witch again, will Zahra even want to get her own suitcase back?! A charming magical adventure from acclaimed children’s author Aisha Bushby.Trade Review"This humorous, light-hearted tale of magic and friendship explores the benefits of facing fears and overcoming insecurities." – BookTrust "A sweet, captivating story with a sprinkle of magic and dusting of fun … Charmed the pants off us." – Mini Travellers, blog "There's fun coming down the line and you wouldn’t want to miss the ride! … Packed with fun and fantasy, all brought to vibrant life by Muce’s beautiful artwork … top-class storytelling with an important message about finding your confidence gently wrapped inside. Truly spellbinding!" – Book-marked, blog

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Book SynopsisVisit the animals of the savanna in this one-of-a-kind format, complete with art by celebrated illustrator Ingela P Arrhenius. Each uniquely shaped page overlaps with the next to create a complete landscape when closed - and an immersive world to explore with each turn of the page when open. Light concept-based text and jubilant illustrations introduce babies and toddlers to adorable animals of the savanna and act as a gentle primer for times of day, from morning to night! Delightfully petite, Bookscape Board Books' chunkiness and unique layers give them a tactile, toylike quality that begs to be picked up - making each book in the series a memorable and irresistible gift.

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Book SynopsisDido is the only girl ever to have raced to victory at the Circus Maximus, Rome's greatest sporting arena. Now she and her beloved horse, Porcellus, are in hiding, and Emperor Caligula has put a price on their heads. Can she outwit the emperor and his bounty hunters? And will a shocking family secret stop her in her tracks, or spur her on to make a daring return, helped by a one-eyed mare with a heart as brave as her own? Horses, history, mystery, thrilling entertainment and sensational storytelling race neck and neck through the second pulse-pounding adventure in Annelise Gray's 9 + series set in Ancient Rome. 'I loved this adventure – full of brilliant horses, and a determined heroine following her dreams against all the odds. Looking forward to discovering what's in store for them next' Pippa Funnell, MBE, three-time Equestrian Olympic medalistTrade ReviewRivals on the Track is as heart-poundingly thrilling as the races in its pages. I adored it. Buckle up for the ride of your life -- Lauren St John, author of The One Dollar HorseA thrilling blend of history, mystery and a story for horse lovers, and it stars a brilliantly bold heroine * The Week Junior *PRAISE FOR CIRCUS MAXIMUS: RACE TO THE DEATH: 'Fantastic new historical novel that I'm reading to my daughter. She's loving it... We are hoping there's a sequel!' Dan Snow. 'Rich in period detail, with a few real historical characters – its principal invention the idea that a woman might have been a charioteer – this is an involving, well characterised tale that feels original' Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week. 'Circus Maximus swept me away to ancient Rome and I didn't want to come back. What a thrilling historical adventure!' A.M. Howell, author of The Garden of Lost Secrets. 'This thrilling debut is the first in a new historical series full of dazzling action, rich detail, fabulous horses and an unforgettable heroine' -- Fiona Noble, The Bookseller on Circus Maximus: Race to the Death

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Book Synopsis'A fast, funny fantasy with some devilish baddies and hi-tech gadgets!' - Daily MailDISCOVER THE PORTAL TO AN INCREDIBLE NEW WORLD IN THIS EPIC MIDDLE-GRADE ADVENTURE. PERFECT FOR FANS OF SKANDAR, PERCY JACKSON and ARTEMIS FOWL.Peregrine Quinn has always loved hearing her godfather Daedalus Bloom's stories about his life as an immortal, but that's all they were - stories. That is, until the portals that connect the Terran Realm with the Cosmic Realm mysteriously shut down and Daedalus, the only one who can fix them, is kidnapped.Peregrine is then swept into a nail-biting adventure, racing through the streets of Oxford, down the riverways of London and into the Under-Underground. She soon realises that not only are the creatures from her godfather's stories real, but they're shooting at her with laser blasters.Fortunately she has help from dryad librarian Rowan Strong and Olympus Inc. liaison (and faun) Callimachus

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Book SynopsisFans have long wondered what happened to Ahsoka Tano, Anakin Skywalker's apprentice, after she left the Jedi Order near the end of the Clone Wars, and before she re-appeared as the mysterious Rebel operative Fulcrum in Star Wars Rebels.Finally, her story will begin to be told.Following her experiences with the Jedi and the devastation of Order 66, Ahsoka is unsure she can be part of a larger whole ever again. But her desire to fight the evils of the Empire and protect those who need it will lead her right to Bail Organa, and the Rebel Alliance....

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