Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisThis book STINKS . . . of monsters! A hilarious, prize-winning debut, perfect for fans of Pamela Butchart and David Solomons.When Alice is sent to stay with her Uncle Magnus, she soon realises that his job agency isn''t quite ... normal. It helps monsters find work that makes the most of their unique talons - er, talents. Alice is shocked to discover that monsters are EVERYWHERE. There''s even a Cyclops working in the castle as a pastry chef! But when he suddenly disappears, Alice smells something fishy. Can she and her uncle sniff out the missing monster before it''s too late?Lancashire Library Service Fantastic Book Award 2021 Winner!

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Book SynopsisA secret world full of magic, unicorns and friendship! The brand-new series from the bestselling Daisy Meadows, author of RAINBOW MAGIC and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS, and the most-borrowed author in UK libraries.When the wicked unicorn Selena steals Dreamspell''s magical locket, all the creatures of Enchanted Valley start having nightmares! Can Aisha, Emily and Dreamspell rescue the locket and make sure everyone has sweet dreams?

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Book SynopsisA secret world full of magic, unicorns and friendship! The brand-new series from the bestselling Daisy Meadows, author of RAINBOW MAGIC and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS, and the most-borrowed children''s author in UK libraries.The creatures of Enchanted Valley are getting ready for a wonderful campfire party to celebrate the Blue Moon due to appear that night - but the moon vanishes! With the help of the unicorn Brighteye and their new friend Milo the moonwolf, Aisha and Emily are determined to stop the evil unicorn Selena''s latest wicked plot ...

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Book SynopsisBattle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up!A wicked curse has been put on Tom''s magical Golden Armour. Now he has fallen under its enchantment and is being controlled by his pirate enemy, Ria. Tom must battle a terrifying water monster - but he will need the help of his loyal companion Elenna more than ever ...There are FOUR thrilling adventures to collect in this series - don''t miss out! Trade ReviewIf you have a reluctant reader then give these a try although be prepared to invest in an extra bookshelf! - Southern Daily EchoThis is a really cool adventure book. - The GuardianA great series to get lads, who normally wouldn't be, interested in reading. - The SentinelNarnia meets Pokemon via Potter. - The Observer

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Book SynopsisBattle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up!In Avantia''s Northern Mountains, a mysterious local hero claims to have defeated a terrible Beast. But all is not as it seems, and when Tom goes to investigate he makes a startling discovery. The Beast is not dead but hibernating, and could wake up and attack the people at any moment! Back in the City, Tom and Elenna face a mighty showdown against the monstrous Arkano as it hatches out of its stony shell ... will they manage to defeat both the Beast and an old enemy of theirs?If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade''s other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest and Beast Quest: New Blood!

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Book SynopsisPeggy the pug is going on a mer-mazing summer holiday! A perfect beach read, from the bestselling author of THE PUG WHO WANTED TO BE A UNICORN.Peggy the pug is going on holiday to the seaside! Her special friend Chloe is excited, too, and hopes that she''ll see a mermaid. But even though Chloe and Peggy search the beach, they can''t find a mermaid anywhere. Not wanting her friend to be disappointed, Peggy decides that she''ll just have to become a mermaid herself! But that means that she''s going to have to learn how to doggy paddle . . . A funny and heartwarming beach read for newly independent readers!

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Book SynopsisFree the Beasts. Live the Adventure.Battle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up!Tom and Elenna are celebrating the safe return of Prince Rotu after their successful Quest to rescue him from the Evil Wizard Zargon ... but Evil never rests, and news soon reaches them that Zargon has disappeared and the tombs of the legendary Four Masters have been ransacked. It''s time for a new Quest, and this time they must tackle four ancient Beasts in the places they were originally killed. First on the list is Teknos, an armoured turtle-Beast with a razor-sharp beak!There are FOUR thrilling adventures to collect in The Four Masters series - don''t miss out! Teknos the Ocean Crawler, Mallix the Silent Stalker, Silexa the Stone Cat and Kyron, Lord of Fire.If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade''s other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest and Beast Quest: New Blood!

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Book SynopsisJoin Rachel and Kirsty as they meet a brand-new fairy!Jacinda the Peace Fairy helps to maintain peace and harmony in Fairyland and the real world. But when her special magnifying glass goes missing, people lose the ability to see things from each other''s point of view, and everyone starts to argue. Can Rachel, Kirsty and Jacinda find the missing magical object and restore peace to the world?''These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!'' ReadingZone.comIf you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows'' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!Trade ReviewTiana the Toy Fairy is charming story about the power of friendship and laughter. * The Tiger Tales *A toy-filled adventure. ... an excellent way to encourage the start of independent reading * Parents In Touch *

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Book SynopsisWelcome to a secret world full of magic, unicorns and friendship! A perfectly magical series from the bestselling Daisy Meadows, bestselling author of RAINBOW MAGIC and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS.Join best friends Emily and Aisha for a very special adventure in the wonderful land of Enchanted Valley - a magical world full of unicorns and friendship! Good Queen Aurora rules kindly over the unicorns and other magical creatures in Enchanted Valley, and when she needs help she calls on Emily and Aisha. But this time she''s summoned the girls for a different and very happy reason - there''s going to be a wedding! Everyone is delighted for the happy couple, and sets to work organising a truly magical celebration ... but when the wicked unicorn Selena hears about Queen Aurora''s wedding she''s determined to ruin it. Can Emily and Aisha, together with their Enchanted Valley friends, recover the three magical lockets Selena has stolen and make the wedding day go with a swing after

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Book SynopsisA Megaladon Shark comes back to life in this action-packed adventure story. When Jeevan gets caught in one of Barron Fox''s fishing nets, he is pulled into a dangerous underwater adventure. But drowning is the least of his worries. An extinct animal has come back to life in the water ... a megaladon shark! Can Jeevan escape the jaws of the mega-shark and outwit Barron Fox''s hunters?Perfect for fans of Beast Quest, Deadly 60 and Jurassic Park, these action-packed adventures will inspire readers to help save endangered species and combat extinction.

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Book SynopsisWag your tail if you believe in fairies! Peggy, the world''s sweetest pug, is looking for a fairy to grant a very special wish.Peggy the pug is devastated when she finds out that her local park might shut down. Now where will she go for walks with Chloe, her best friend? Chloe plans a summer fair and a bake sale to save the park, but Peggy has a better idea. She just needs to find a fairy to grant her friend''s wish! Her half-baked plan results in hilarious mishaps in this curly-wurly fairy tail with a super-sweet ending.You don''t always need wings and a wand to work some magic . . .

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Book SynopsisA magical fairy school series about helping animals and looking after nature, from the publisher of the best-selling series, Rainbow Magic!Poppy Merrymoss is going on a school trip to the Magic Mountains with her best friends Ninad Cleardrop and Rose Seedpip. But evil Lady Nightshade (disguised as her teacher Ms Webcap) is coming too, and when the Snow Fairies magical Snowflake Charm is stolen, Poppy knows just who''s taken it. Without the charm, the snowflake fairies can''t use their magic to help the local Artic Foxes and the school trip is ruined!Can Poppy, Ninad and Rose find the Snowflake Charm and reveal Ms Webcap''s evil identity before it''s too late?Have you read Poppy Merrymoss''s previous adventures, Fairy Forest School: The Raindrop Spell and Fairy Forest School: Baby Bunny Magic?

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Book SynopsisJoin Harry and Ava as they battle the most terrifying space Beast yet! Book 3 in a thrilling new adventure series that''s out of this world - perfect for Beast Quest fans and anyone who loves action-packed stories.The community aboard the massive space station Vantia1 is in danger once again - and now their enemy Vellis has stolen the technology that could allow him to escape the Void and attack the station himself! When a massive space spider is spotted, armed with powerful lasers and the ability to spin deadly webs, Harry and Ava know they must act - but can they foil their enemy and save their friends and families?Book 3 in this gripping series. Don''t miss Space Wars: Curse of the Robo-Dragon if you want to find how Harry and Ava''s adventure began!

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Book SynopsisGabby, Pandy Paws and all their friends are getting ready for a magical sleepover in Kitty Fairy''s garden. But Pillow Cat is feeling nervous - she''s never been to a sleepover before. Luckily, Gabby and her magical friends know all the things they need to make sure that everyone has a fairy-tastic time - new pyjamas, delicious snacks and most importantly a special starry story. It''s the best sleepover ever!

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Book SynopsisJack has always wanted to meet a unicorn, and with its black coat, golden hooves and truth-telling powers, the magical xiezhi is the most amazing unicorn ever! But when the xiezhi accuses the Jade Emperor of a crime, Jack doesn''t know what - or who - to believe. Can Jack harness rat''s power over the weather and find out the truth? One thing''s for certain, a storm is coming...A thrilling action-adventure series with the magical power of the Chinese Zodiac.

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Book SynopsisHe was supposed to be having fun with his friends, not playing detective and stalking a serial killer.Theodore Boone - teenage lawyer and courtroom hero - is on a class trip seeing the sights of the capital city. But he hadn''t counted on seeing the most wanted man in the history of his home town, Strattenberg.Suddenly Theo is caught in the hunt for an accused murderer, alongside the FBI. Theo knows he''s getting in deep - and things could become even more dangerous. Because if this case goes back to court, it will be down to him. Will justice finally be done . . . or will the killer''s criminal allies be out for revenge? ******************What readers are saying about THEODORE BOONE: THE FUGITIVE''Suspense, curiosity and, bravery, this book is packed with them'' - 5 stars''Loved this book'' - 5 stars''A great read for all ages'' - 5 starsTrade ReviewIf you aspire to turn your children into lawyers who will keep you in your old age, John Grisham's Theodore Boone, his first novel for young people, might be for you. * Sunday Times *Nobody does legal fiction better. * Daily Express *Not since Nancy Drew has a nosy, crime-obsessed kid been so hard to resist. * The New York Times *Gripping... I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good mystery. I think everyone will be enthralled by Theodore Boone. * Scholastic News *A master of his craft. * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisRafe inherits a million dollars . . . and a million problems. Has he struck it rich, or will he strike out? When Rafe discovers that he's inherited a fortune, it's not all good news. Sure, he gets an all-expenses-paid trip to glamorous Beverly Hills . . . but he also has to go to school while he's in California. Blergh. And not just any school - St. Benedict's, the snobbiest of snobby establishments. You can bet your bottom dollar that Rafe doesn't exactly fit in. Toss in a ramshackle house Rafe's family has to live in before they can inherit the money and a group of bullies who make Miller the Killer look downright friendly, and this trip might be more trash than treasure. Rafe finds himself in the middle of a very big mess. Can he tidy his life up, or will he be sent packing?

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Book SynopsisOne night a star CRASH-LANDS right on top of a flock of bumbling sheep.But the star is not a star... It's a little lost cow. And all she can say is 'WOOOOOO'. How will she find her way home when nobody can understand a word she's saying?Packed with bold illustrations and hilarious text, this heartwarming story is the perfect bedtime read. "I haven't met a child who didn't LOVE these books. Sweet, funny, odd in a life-affirming way." - Caitlin MoranTrade ReviewHaven't met a child who didn't LOVE these books. Sweet, funny, odd in a life-affirming way. Like children. * Caitlin Moran *There is something so refreshing and slightly cheeky about Nadia Shireen's sense of humour which makes every new picture book from her a real treat...At the heart of this zany intergalactic farmyard tale is a lovely story of home and belonging, and making friends with people that might, at first, look and sound very different from us. This is sure to become a bedtime favourite. * Library Mice *

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Book SynopsisSeptember is a twelve-year-old girl, Somewhat Grown and Somewhat Heartless, and she longs for adventure. So when a Green Wind and a Leopard of Little Breezes invite her to Fairyland - well, of course, she accepts (mightn't you?). When she gets there, she finds a land crushed by the iron rule of a villainous Marquess - she soon discovers that she alone holds the key to restoring order. As September forges her way through Fairyland, with a book-loving dragon and a boy named Saturday by her side, she makes many friends and mistakes. But while she loses her shadow, her shoe and her way, she finds adventure, courage, a rather special Spoon, and a lot more besides . . .Trade ReviewA glorious balancing act between modernism and the Victorian Fairy Tale, done with heart and wisdom. -- Neil GaimanAn Alice in Wonderland for the 21st century... So effortless, so vivid, so funny. Every page has a phrase or observation to savour and her characters are wondrous creations. * Sunday Telegraph *A charming modern fairytale...with a knowing twinkle in its eye * Telegraph *Bundles of imagination and wry wit... This is a sophisticated world of forfeits, paradoxes and tricks. * Financial Times *A mad, toothsome romp of a fairy tale - full of oddments, whimsy, and joy. -- Holly BlackIf you haven't heard of Catherynne Valente, give it time. She's only 32, and she's writing at a furious pace. Valente brings fathomless inventiveness to her fiction... A book for young adults, rich and strange enough for grown-ups, too. -- Lev GrossmanA whole esoteric world of whimsy - Alice meets the Wizard of Oz meets the Persephone story with a whiff of Narnia. * Independent on Sunday *...it is in fact one of the most extraordinary works of fantasy for adults or children so far this century. -- Lev Grossman * Time *Sweet fairytale, shot through with salty tears - magic! -- Cory DoctorowGet swept away by this charming book * Vogue *Pure escapism * Bliss magazine *

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Book SynopsisJack and his friends build the greatest, scariest snowman in the whole world – until it comes alive! An entertaining and clever story by an award- winning author and illustator, Ross Collins. Also suitable for reluctant, struggling and dyslexic readers. Jack wakes up on his birthday to find an extra special present – everything is covered in fluffy, white snow! He and two friends Sam and Ryan decide to build the biggest, scariest snowman in the world. But when they all receive a mysterious text in the middle of the night, the last thing they expect is to be chased up a tree by the monster snowman! But is the snowman as scary as he seems? A delightfully crafted story with beautiful illustrations from award-winning Ross Collins. With a reading age of 8, it's also suitable for relucatant, struggling and dyslexic readers.

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Book SynopsisAngela's been kidnapped – can her quick wits help her escape before it's too late? Gripping adventure from an award winning author repackaged. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers of 8+ Snatched off the street, Angela is alone and terrified. She knows she's been kidnapped but will her dad pay the ransom? Or can she be brave enough to escape? A new edition of a thrilling top selling tale from a top author. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers of 8+

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Book SynopsisAbsolutely delightful Little Gem favourite, now with full-colour illustrations. A perfectly pitched story of moonshine magic for early readers, from a master of the market. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all. When a tiny silver dragon is chased out of Patrick's storybook by an equally tiny knight, all sorts of mayhem breaks loose! Soon moonshine magic has shrunk Patrick too, and he is forced to hole up inside his toy castle as the knight attacks the 'fire worm'. Can Patrick defeat the knight and make it to morning? High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

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Book SynopsisFact and fiction intertwine in this heartfelt tribute to football, honouring victims ofHillsborough and other disasters, and celebrating trailblazing black players. At an Old Trafford game, Lennie hears Man U fans chanting about Hillsborough. Enraged, he joins in with a retaliatory chant about the Munich Disaster of '58. Appalled, his dad and granddad take Lennie on a whistlestop tour of the dark side of the beautiful game. Dad and Grandad know only too well the human cost of fan violence and official negligence, having experience racism in football fandom and survived the Hillsborough disaster.Interwoven with lots of facts about the history of football, the great disasters of the twentieth century and the black footballers who blazed a trail in the UK, this book is ideal to engage reluctant reading football fans. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+Trade Review"Writing well for younger or reluctant readers is a real skill and Gibbons is brilliant at it … a touching and necessary tribute" – The Letterpress Project "Examines the worst events in football in a way that enables young fans to understand what happened and why. A fan himself, [Alan Gibbons'] book still celebrates the best of football too as a way to bring people together" – LoveReading4Kids "This book is ideal to engage reluctant reading football fans. It's a really insightful read, worthy of the widest possible audience" – Parents in Touch "Perhaps only Alan Gibbons who has foot in both Manchester and Liverpool's tight-knit communities – could have written such a well-rounded and informative short story. Highly recommended for reluctant readers and football addicts alike" – The School Librarian "Written with reluctant readers in mind, the writing is clear and compelling. Also featuring interesting fact sheets that will please the most history-hungry fans, this book is a top scorer" – CBI

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Book SynopsisMia and James are getting married! When a tight budget means no wedding cake, Mia’s sister Holly plans a surprise… A heart-warming story from an award-winning author, now in a gorgeous 4u2read edition. When Holly's sister announces her engagement, wedding planning begins in earnest. But a tight budget means missing out on some wedding essentials – like the cake! Holly decides to put her baking skills to the test and surprise the happy couple with 1000 cupcakes! What could possibly go wrong? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 9+

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Book SynopsisEveryone has a power to harness at the S.P.E.A.R training academy but can Troy master his in time in this thrilling action-packed adventure from Bodyguard author Chris Bradford. When Troy is caught up in a terrorist attack that takes the lives of his parents, he discovers an amazing power – bullets can't harm him. With this secret uncovered he's soon recruited into a underground organisation where he meets Scarlet, a girl with her own remarkable talent, and the two put their powers to use… Exhilarating action meets heart-pounding suspense in this three-part novel.

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Book SynopsisAward-winning author–illustrator Ian Beck spreads joy in Paris with this charming tale of love and delicious baked goods. Paul du Pain's bakery is a very special place. Each day, Paul bakes the bread while Marie serves customers in the shop. Everyone who walks in the door walks back out feeling happier than before. But when Marie goes away, Paul's days become sad and grey. Without her, the bakery's magic is gone. Will Paul ever be able to win her back?A charming, heartfelt and timeless tale from an award-winning author-illustrator.Trade Review"An authentic modern day fairy tale … beautifully produced and fabulously illustrated … This really is a book that deserves its ‘Little Gem’ label" – The Letterpress Project "A heart-warming (and tummy tempting) story set in a bakery in the beautiful streets of Paris. It’s a sweet story of love and friendship that will surprise and delight all who read it, evoking the feel of a classic romance and the smells of wonderful baking!" – The Book Activist, Blog

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Book SynopsisFriendships and felines make for a magical mix in this adorable adventure from the authors of Guinea Pigs Online and Puppies Online. It's Halloween night and the streets are full of witches, ghouls and tricks – but the biggest surprise of all falls from the sky into Ali's treat bucket. It's a cat … It's Magicat! Knocked off his witch's broom by a rogue firework, Magicat is stuck far from his home in Magic Land – and now he has to wait, disguised as a normal cat, for Wenna Witch to come and get him! Luckily Jessie and Ali are here to help him out … but while they wait, what could be the harm in letting Magicat do just a little bit of magic? Friendships and felines make for a magical mix in this adorable adventure particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+Trade Review"Sparkles with magic and fun … Purrfect for newly confident readers" – LoveReading4Kids

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Book SynopsisBook 1 in the 6-part Magic Potions Shop series, from the creators of the bestselling Fairytale Hairdresser series, Abie Longstaff & Lauren Beard. In the Kingdom of Arthwen, there was a very unusual shop.It wasn't on the high street; it was deep in the forest.It wasn't in a building; it was inside a tree.It didn't sell food, or clothes, or toys: this shop sold potions.Tibben wants to be the Potions Master one day, just like Grandpa, but for now he is an apprentice and there is a lot to learn!Tibben's adventure continues in book 2, The River Horse. This series is perfect for building reading confidence, whether reading aloud or reading alone.Trade ReviewAnother new series which promises to be a big hit with young readers . . . Abie Longstaff is a great writer for young children, who knows just how to capture her readers' attention and encourage them to enjoy reading. * Parents in Touch *If I was a child again and learning to read, this would be the series I'd fall in love with -- Vivienne Dacosta * Serendipity Reviews *

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Book SynopsisBook 2 in the 6-part Magic Potions Shop series from the creators of the bestselling Fairytale Hairdresser, Abie Longstaff & Lauren Beard. Tibben is the potions apprentice, and helps Grandpa make spells to sell in their shop. Along with Wizz, a magical creature with a special gift for finding things, they set off on adventures to help the creatures of Arthwen.When the Water Sprites of Lake Sapphire start to feel poorly, it's up to Tibben and Wizz to find out what's making the enchanted waters of the kingdom dirty – can they solve the mystery?This is the second of Tibben's adventures in Arthwen, following book 1: The Young Apprentice. This series is perfect for building reading confidence, whether reading aloud or alone.Trade ReviewAnother new series which promises to be a big hit with young readers . . . Abie Longstaff is a great writer for young children, who knows just how to capture her readers' attention and encourage them to enjoy reading * Parents in Touch *

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Book SynopsisA jolly escapade through the world of potties, royalty and tiny accidents in this hilarious romp from the bestselling creator of The Queen's Knickers, Nicholas Allan.It's time for the prince to use his potty, so it's off to the Royal Potty Workshop! There are singing potties, potties pulled by corgis, and even super-duper flying Royal Robo-Potties!But it's hard work finding the perfect potty for the job ... especially when disaster strikes. Can the Royal Baby find his own solution?Praise for The Royal Nappy:"Lots of fun" The SunTrade ReviewTongue-in-cheek and full of fun illustrations to match, this is an irreverent and charming picture book, perfect for fans of the Royal family both young and old. -- Alison Potter * Junior *Nicholas Allan's books are just brilliant with their irreverent and yet never disrespectful look at royalty. Revel in the glorious humour of the illustrations too. Glorious! * Parents in Touch *

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Book SynopsisThe first book in the exhilarating new fantasy sequence from Joseph Delaney, the multi-million-selling author of The Spook's Apprentice.Welcome to Arena 13. Here warriors fight. Death is never far away . . .Leif has one ambition: to become the best fighter in the notorious Arena 13. Here, punters place wagers on which fighter will draw first blood. And in grudge matches, they bet on which fighter will die.But the country is terrorized by the creature Hob, an evil being who delights in torturing its people, displaying his devasting power by challenging an Arena 13 combatant in a fight to the death whenever he chooses. And this is exactly what Leif wants . . .For he knows Hob's crimes well. and at the heart of his ambition burns the desire for vengeance. Leif is going to take on the monster who destroyed his family. Even if it kills him.Trade ReviewPart furturistic dystopia, part Roman epic fantasy, it's gutsy, gory and compelling -- Suzy Feay * Financial Times *

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Book SynopsisQuick, quick! The Big Cycle Race is coming to town, and Milo does not want to miss it. On his way to the finish line, Milo unwittingly causes havoc that follows him all along the route… but when someone tries to steal the trophy, who will save the day?Trade Review"Children will love the scenes of chaos... Beautiful to look at, simple to read, and it neatly delivers a very satisfying story too. Hear, hear for Milo!" -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisHow can a mischievous schoolgirl save the world? Nel is full of ideas, and when she realises that there is a fiendish plan in the offing, she sets out on an adventure to find the beast that is determined to destroy the planet. With colour illustrations by John Lund, this story is full of advice and ideas about how children can look after their planet.

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Book SynopsisAll for one, and one for all!The young D'Artagnan and the legendary musketeers Athos, Porthos and Aramis are 'the inseparables' - ready to sacrifice everything in a duel or game of dice in order to defend their honour or that of the King and Queen of France. Handsome and hot-tempered, they dive into raging battles or back-street conspiracies with gusto, especially if by their daring deeds they can thwart the wicked devices of their arch-enemy, Cardinal Richelieu, and his mysterious accomplice, Milady de Winter.'Pure swashbuckling pleasure' Daily TelegraphTRANSLATED BY WILL HOBSONVINTAGE FRENCH CLASSICS - six masterpieces of French fiction in gorgeous new gift editions.Trade ReviewTo be published in time for a major new BBC series, due to be screened in January 2014. Will Hobson's translation gives the dialogue the same charge that it has in the French, to make it as funny, as vivacious, as immediate. "There was nobody quicker than Dumas. There were few better. Dumas stands proudly in the pantheon of 19th-century greats. He deserves to be regarded alongside Dickens and Tolstoy as an influential, enduring writer." --Glasgow Herald

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Book SynopsisBen Pole is back at school and back in trouble! A band of burglars and an ancient mystical curse have him in a terrifying tangle. Who will save the day? Will they catch the Midnight Mob? Will Ben survive breakfast? He needs a genius. He needs a fearless bearded girl. He needs KING COO!Trade ReviewA FUNNY fabulous, furry adventure. READ IT! * Liz Pichon *Funny, imaginative story * The Times *A charming romp * Metro *Adam Stower's hilarious story is beautifully presented * Julia Eccleshare, LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisStuart Horten, ten years old and small for his age, is about to have the strangest ADVENTURE of his life. After moving to the boring town of Beeton, he finds himself swept up in an INCREDIBLE QUEST to find his great-uncle's lost legacy: a magician's workshop stuffed with trickery and MAGIC. There are clues to follow, unbearable neighbours to avoid and PUZZLES to solve, but what starts as FUN ends up as DANGER, and Stuart begins to realise that he can't finish the task on his own . . .Trade ReviewA book full of warmth, sharp humour and clever puzzles * Patrick Ness *A magical adventure, funny, fast-paced and full of intriguing puzzles * Sunday Times *A miniature version of Susanna Clarke's grown-up bestseller, Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell * Independent *Small Stuart embarks on an awfully big adventure in this quirky puzzle-solving novel . . . A long-lost letter from a long-lost great uncle sets Stuart off unlocking one baffling puzzle after another. Each more curious than the one before, the far-fetched solutions they require bring the book to a hugely satisfying conclusion * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisThe fantastic follow-up to Time After Time and Stand By MeFamilies are so complicated! Molly's dad seems so lonely. He lives on his own, he won't get a pet, he doesn't get on with his brother Best friends Molly and Beth suspect his problems lie in his past, but what can two thirteen-year-olds do about that?

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Book SynopsisScratch and Draw spooky foil and neon Halloween pictures on the special pages inside this hardback art activity book. This Halloween-themed title includes step-by-step instructions to learn how to draw spooky characters and more. Scratch and draw pictures are simple to complete and the results look amazing!

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Book SynopsisFinalist award in the 2021 Independent Author Network (IAN) Book of the Year awards. Red Ribbon award winner in the 2021 Wishing Shelf Awards. ‘Why me?’ Tommy would ask. After being relentlessly bullied at school for a number of years Tommy is now completely withdrawn from everyone and everything he once loved. That is, until, one night when his Big Little Voice appears to him and takes him on a journey to a reality he never could have imagined... Together, they decide to confront his fears, rediscover his self-worth and work as a team to achieve his dreams, vowing never to let anyone darken his shine again. They say that for every negative there is a positive, but what if the positive was within you all along? Join Tommy on his incredible journey, see the world through his eyes and experience what he feels. Meet Big Little Voice and uncover a side to bullying as you’ve never seen before and realise your inner superhero was within you all along.

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Book SynopsisA brand-new lowered reading age edition of a laugh-out-loud tale from the bestselling author of the Mr Gum series. Sterling Thaxton is in love. In love with Lizzie Harris – the beautiful new girl. Her hair is the colour of magic. Her nose is as sweet as music. Her arms are as slender as rainbows. Problem is, she’s not interested. Luckily a small yellow canary turns up with some excellent advice. A brand new edition of this laugh-out-loud story of young love from Mr Gum author and King of Funny Andy Stanton, now with a lowered reading age of 7.

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Book SynopsisA missing budgie inspires an unlikely friendship between a young boy and his elderly neighbour in this touching Little Gem from award-winner and Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho. A lost little budgie brings together a young boy and his seemingly grumpy older neighbour in this touching Little Gem from award-winner and Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho. Mr Buxton is always having a go at Miles and his friends for climbing the trees outside their tower block. Miles thinks he’s just a grumpy old man but when he finds a lost little budgie, Miles also discovers that he and Mr Buxton have more in common than he could ever have imagined.Trade Review"This moving and lyrical story is pitched perfectly at young readers. It is short and accessible, yet full of empathy and compassion, with beautiful illustrations. Pippin shines brightly out of the artwork, echoing the brightness he brings to everyone’s lives." – BookTrust "I did not expect the plot of this lovely book to go the way it did, and it was such a beautiful thing." – Lesley Parr, author "A beautifully crafted, poetic and poignant story" – The Guardian "A beautifully rounded story full of his hallmark humanity and love of nature." – LoveReading4Kids “Joseph Coelho and David Barrow have created something wonderful. And ‘reluctant reader’ experts Barrington Stoke have preserved all of the soft beauty & textures of Joseph’s prose.” – Letterbox Library

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Book SynopsisA mystery story with a twist. Betsan Morgan isn''t looking forward to spending a week with her classmates at Plas yr Hydd. Her best friend is ill at home, and she has to go on her own, with strangers. But once she arrives, Betsan finds that she is able to travel to the past to live in the time of her great-great-great-grandmother.

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Book SynopsisFrom the single beat of stained-glass wings, Butterfly emerges from his cocoon to explore a many-patterned world of climates, snakes, birds and frogs.

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Book SynopsisMax is 14 years old, and his eating disorder has taken over his life. During a family emergency, Max''s anorexia gets worse and pulls him further apart from his family and friends until he feels very lonely. Will his support groups help him? An honest and uplifting novel about the effects of eating disorders on young people.

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