Children & Teen Fiction Books
David Fickling Books Adventuremice Mice Camera Action
Book SynopsisA gloriously glitzy story full of friendship, adventure and stunning full-colour artwork, from adored, award-winning author/illustrator duo Philip Reeve and Sarah McIntyre.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Welcome to Camp Killer
Book SynopsisBestselling YA horror writer Cynthia Murphy makes her Barrington Stoke debut with a spine-chilling thriller about a summer camp gone deathly wrong. When an American-style residential camp is set up in the grounds of an English stately home, the teenage camp counsellors are looking forward to a fun summer of activities. But right from the outset, things don’t feel quite right at Camp Miller. Rumours circulate of a tragedy that took place in the grounds and there are unexplained sightings of a ghostly presence. Then the incidents begin – a near-drowning out on the lake, a fatal fall from a cliff-face … Are these tragic accidents or is there something more sinister going on at Camp Killer?Trade Review"I’m a big fan of 80’s slasher films and this book hits all the right beats, from the creepy story around the campfire, to the cabins, the mysterious figure, and the kids being picked off one … by … one. Kill-tastic stuff!" – Dan Smith "A fun, fast-paced and atmospheric slasher that is perfect for spooky season." – Amy McCaw “This book is brilliant and has some of the most ridiculously fun murders I've ever read. And the drama! So much drama.” – Kathryn Foxfield “Gory, gruesome and a ton of fun. I laughed more than I probably should have. If you like a high body count and inventive deaths, I recommend.” – Lesley Parr “With an addictive plotline that keeps the pages turning at a fast and furious pace, lots of devilish twists and turns, an impish sense of fun, and a cast of fascinating characters, this is a thriller-chiller to die for!” – Book-marked, blog
£7.59
Flying Eye Books Hilda and Twig Hide from the Rain
£8.54
Hashtag Press How NOT to Kiss a Prince
£9.49
Exisle Publishing This is My Dad: The perfect dad isn't always a
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£10.44
Faber & Faber The Iron Man
Book SynopsisStunning illustrations by Chris Mould make this one of the most exciting editions of The Iron Man to be published.The Iron Man came to the top of the cliff.Where had he come from? Nobody knows.How was he made? Nobody knows.Mankind must put a stop to the dreadful destruction by the Iron Man and set a trap for him, but he cannot be kept down. Then, when a terrible monster from outer space threatens to lay waste to the planet, it is the Iron Man who finds a way to save the world.''Stunning.'' WRD Magazine''Whether you''re already a fan of this classic children''s story or a new reader, this wonderful new version is a real treat.'' BookTrust''Gripping . . a classic.'' Phillip Pullman''A visionary tale.'' Michael Morpurgo''One of the greatest of modern fairy tales.'' Observer
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Rising Storm
Book SynopsisTake another step into the wild with the Warrior Cats! Rejoin the adventures in book four of the series set in a thrilling feline fantasy world, when the forest is getting hotter and hotterFireheart''s traitorous enemy Tigerclaw has been vanquished and exiled from ThunderClan but Fireheart can''t shake the feeling that he''s lurking out there in the forest, waiting for the chance to strike.That''s not the only problem facing the young ThunderClan deputy in these blazing summer months, as he struggles to handle ominous omens, a disrespectful apprentice with a shocking secret, and a devastated Clan leader who is a shell of her former self.Meanwhile the forest gets hotter and hotter, and everyone braces for the coming storm.Trade Review‘Action-packed adventure.’ Publishers Weekly ‘Spine-tingling!’ Booklist
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd Stormbreaker
Book SynopsisA special 25th anniversary edition of the first action-packed Alex Rider adventure, featuring a brand new short story.The iconic first book in the number one bestselling Alex Rider series by Anthony Horowitz. Fourteen-year-old Alex is forcibly recruited into MI6. Armed with secret gadgets, he is sent to investigate Herod Sayle, a man who is offering state-of-the-art Stormbreaker computers to every school in the country. But the teenage spy soon finds himself in mortal danger.
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Amari and the Despicable Wonders
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Little Tiger Press Group Agent Harrier This Book Will SelfDestruct
Book SynopsisThis book will explode in 5 minutes. NO TIME TO LOSE! Agent Harrier must follow the red wire and defuse the bomb before it's too late. Will our canine spy extraordinaire save everyone from being blasted to smithereens? And just WHO planted the wretched bomb in the first place?! Be careful not to bark up the wrong tree, Harrier it looks like something very fishy could be *ahem* apaw . . .This stylish graphic novel is a funny, punny twist on the traditional spy caper. The first in a series by award-winning illustrator Ben Sanders (Clive Penguin), it's perfect for early readers transitioning from picture books.
£7.59
Flying Eye Books Hilda and the Mountain King
Book SynopsisFor the first time in paperback, we rejoin our heroine for her latest adventure just as she awakes to find herself.in the body of a troll! Her mum is worried sick, and now has to deal with the strange creature that seems to have taken Hilda's place. Now, both of them are in a race to be reunited before Ahlberg and his safety patrol get the chance to use their new secret weapon to lay waste to trolls, and Hilda along with them!Trade ReviewI love everything about Hilda and the Mountain King... Luke Pearson's Hilda stories are beloved and they will surely be enjoyed by audiences for many years to come. * Kazu Kibuishi, creator of Amulet *Luke Pearson is one of the best cartoonists working today. Hilda is utterly brilliant. -- Raina Telgemeier, creator of SmileThe adventures of Luke Pearson's plucky heroine Hilda have become one of the greatest phenomenons of UK comics publishing over the last decade... Hilda and the Mountain King is in turns thrilling, touching and even thought-provoking. * Broken Frontier *
£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Fleshmarket
Book SynopsisSet in the 1820s in Edinburgh, a city of cruel contrasts between the lives of the rich and poor, and home to the infamous Burke and Hare, who sold their murder victims to brilliant anatomist Dr Robert Knox. This is the evocative, often harrowing story of a boy who must survive the pain of his mother's death, at the hands of Doctor Knox. A compelling novel by the author of Mondays Are Red.Trade ReviewA dark and moving thriller set in 19th century Edinburgh ... Morgan's vivid portrayal of Edinburgh's Old Town, steeped in poverty, corruption and disease has a Dickensian lucidity, which lifts this novel out of the ordinary. The struggles of a young boy caring for his sister, coupled with the ethical and moral dilemmas facing the early surgical pioneers, make this a powerful and unforgettable story. * The Bookseller *Morgan -- in only her second novel -- could already be fairly compared to the late, greatly missed Leon Garfield * The Independent *Fleshmarket more than lives up to its evocative name and stylish jacket ... Morgan raises surprisingly contemporary issues about medical ethics through her rip-roaring plot with it's mix of real and imagined characters. It's a tour de force, the kind of novel that simply will not let you go * The Sunday Herald *This most unpredictable of novels ... a gripping and intelligent read ... Morgan plays with readers' expectations and judgement right to the end * The Sunday Telegraph *A dramatic and thought-provoking book. Nicola Morgan is a fine writer -- David AlmondFleshmarket is a tour de force, from it's attention-grabbing prologue onwards -- Lindsey Fraser * The Guardian *She succeeds so brilliantly ... the freshness of Morgan's style shines through. She writes with the adjectival flourish of someone who really does seem to delight in words, who seems able to effortlessly fine-tune them for effect * The Scotsman *Behind the rip-roaring plot... there was a painful truth that gave the book a modern and moving kick * Young Post *This is an important book that lives up to the expectations of its evocative title and dramatic cover. Stories don't come any more powerful than this * Sunday Morning Post *This is a tough thriller, a delicate love story and a powerfully evocative historical novel. At its heart is a young man's obsession with the mother he lost under horrendous, bizarre circumstances. Set in Edinburgh at a time in which the city was at the vanguard of medical advance, Morgan reveals the deep moral dilemmas that accompanied meaningful research at the time. Her descriptions of Edinburgh's Old Town, decaying, corrupt and dangerous, are extraordinarily vivid. Lives were cheap, both within and out of the medical faculty.Morgan is a confident, courageous and honest writer. Fleshmarket is a tour de force, from its attention-grabbing prologue onwards. * Lindsey Fraser *This book grabs you and never lets you go. * The Glasgow Herald *Outstanding ... a book that deserves attention * The Bookseller *A gripping and intelligent read. * The Sunday Telegraph *A dramatic and thought-provoking book. Nicola Morgan is a fine writer. * David Almond *Novel beginnings are seldom more dramatic or more grim than the first 10 pages of Nicola Morgan's Fleshmarket. This is sweat-on-the-forehead stuff. In the startling introduction to her story, Morgan, an uncompromising writer who doesn't believe in holding back, takes you straight to the painful centre of what is to follow and leaves you gasping.Fleshmarket is well and truly a book that thrills, but behind the rip-roaring plot there is a painful truth that none of us should ever forget. This is an important book that lives up to the expectations of its evocative title and dramatic cover. Stories don't come any more powerful than this. * Sunday Young Post *
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Paddingtons Suitcase
Book SynopsisEnjoy eight hilarious stories of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, in this special gift-set carry case. Paddington is now a major movie star!Stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children around the world for more than sixty years.Read about Paddington's trip to the seaside, his encounters with the hungry inhabitants of a zoo and much more in these eight funny picture books!Inside you will find:Paddington and the Busy DayPaddington and the Marmalade MazePaddington and the Tutti Frutti RainbowPaddington at the FairPaddington at the PalacePaddington at the ZooPaddington Minds the HousePaddington the ArtistTrade ReviewPraise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express Praise for the Paddington series: ‘I’ve always had great respect for Paddington…He is a British institution.’ Stephen Fry ‘Paddington has joined Pooh as one of the great bears of English children’s literature.’ The Teacher ‘Michael Bond’s accident-prone bear…has become one of the most enduring of children’s characters.’ The Bookseller
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Run Wild
Book SynopsisA thought-provoking and touching story of the bond between children and nature, from renowned storyteller and award-winning author Gill Lewis. Izzy and Asha need a space to call their own, away from difficult families, the Skull brothers and the trouble they bring. But the derelict building site where they stake their claim already belongs to something else, a wilderness they never expected and an injured wolf that desperately needs their help. Can they reconnect to the wild and save the wolf? Or is their pack too weak to fight much stronger powers? A stunning tale of our lost connection to nature and the wild that hides in us all, from renowned storyteller Gill Lewis. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+.Trade Review“Gill Lewis writes brilliantly about the relationship between urban children and the wild, and this is another triumph … You’ll be howling for more” – The Times "A thought-provoking novel … there is a little bit of wild inside us all that risks being lost in the crowdedness of modern life" – Books for Topics "Secrets and solidarity in a powerful contemporary story exploring the bond between children and nature" – The Bookseller "An absolute triumph … it's definitely earned a place on my classroom bookshelf just as it should yours!" – The Reader Teacher "As a storyteller, Gill Lewis should be cherished and revered. The message of Run Wild is important, nay, essential" – Family Bookworms, Blog
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Beast and the Bethany
Book SynopsisReads like a modern classic. Sharp, funny, original I thought this was brilliant'' Sam Copeland, author of the bestselling Charlie Changes into a Chicken''What a FEAST! A funny and (bone) cracking good read' Michelle Harrison, bestselling author of A Pinch of MagicMajor film deal announced with Warner Brothers and Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts producer, David Heyman.The most exciting new children''s book of 2020 and a modern classic in the making. The Beast and the Bethany has all the classic macabre humour of Roald Dahl with the warmth and charm of Despicable Me, finished off with a gleeful bite of Little Shop of Horrors! This book should be on every little monster''s birthday and Christmas list.Ebenezer Tweezer is a youthful 511-year-old. He keeps a beast in the attic of his mansion, who he feeds all manner of things (including performing monkeys, his pet cat and the occasional cactus) and in return the beast vomits out presents for Ebenezer, as well as potions which keep him Trade Review PRAISE FOR THE SERIES 'Witty and entertaining', The Sunday Times 'Reads like a modern classic. Sharp, funny, original – I thought this was brilliant', Sam Copeland, bestselling author of Charlie Changes into a Chicken 'What a FEAST! A funny and (bone) cracking good read', Michelle Harrison, bestselling author of A Pinch of Magic ‘A devilishly delicious delight', iNews ‘Fans of Despicable Me and A Series of Unfortunate Events will love this brand-new series’ – funkidslive.com "Now THAT was a rollercoaster of a book, and totally NOT what I expected in all the best ways! I flippin’ LOVED this cracking tale of absolute chaos, comedy and commotion. The beast couldn’t be on better form, and I can’t wait to read more of its misadventures with Git-face, I mean, Ebenezer and Bethany. And that epilogue . . . now I’m HUNGRY for the next juicy-woosie tale of the reluctant do-gooder, the ex-prankster and the 511 year old man in his favourite waistcoat!" Laura Ellen Anderson ‘Writing one classic would be enough for most authors. Two is a delightful bonus. Writing three is just showing off. Jack Meggitt-Phillips is such a gitface. Annoyingly, Battle Of The Beast might even be the best of the lot . . .’ Ian Mark ‘I flipping loved it. Mischievous, wildly imaginative and full of characters you really care about. The ending has a brilliant twist and now I desperately want to eat an egg containing a blueberry cheesecake.’ Jenny McLachlan
£7.59
David Fickling Books Adventuremice: Mice on the Ice
Book SynopsisThe Frost Fair is coming! But when a surprise snowfall puts the mice's plans at risk, it's up to Pedro and the team to save the Fair and bring joy to the town! Guaranteed to warm hearts everywhere.Trade ReviewBy a celebrated team . . . Illustrated [by Sarah McIntyre] with precise, charming and expressive pictures worth poring over, it takes us into the detailed dwellings of a delightful mouse community . . . Philip Reeve is an expert storyteller * Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week (Adventuremice: Otter Chaos) *A delightful bite-size adventure vibrantly illustrated * BookTrust Books We Love (Adventuremice: Otter Chaos) *Reeve and McIntyre's wit, charm and silliness ooze throughout the story. The illustrations are bright, bold and totally typical of McIntyre's inimitable style * Just Imagine (Adventuremice: Otter Chaos) *McIntyre's illustrations are typically irresistible. Brilliant characterisation is achieved in the simplest way - with bold line and colour delivering pictures that sparkle and fizz on almost every page * Books for Keeps (Adventuremice: Otter Chaos) *A new Reeve and McIntyre collaboration is always a treat * The Bookseller, One to Watch (Adventuremice: Otter Chaos) *The first of a perfect full colour adventure series for younger readers * LoveReading4Kids (Adventuremice: Otter Chaos) *An absolute joy * ReadingZone (Adventuremice: Otter Chaos) *[Pedro's] longing to have an adventure, and the obstacles to achieving that, are what strike a chord with so many KS1 children. Readers love to cheer him on . . . This is a colour-illustrated chapter book to inspire (day-)dreams and great ambition. It is a short book . . . with a big heart . . . The final pages - a map of The Mouse Islands, 'How to Draw Pedro' and 'About the Authors' - are a great addition to this latest book from the talented Reeve-McIntyre duo, which reflect their humour and their generosity * Books for Topics (Adventuremice: Otter Chaos) *Reeve and McIntyre are a classic team * The Times *As the story dashes along so, too, do the illustrations, which are a delight on every page * Guardian, praise for Reeve & McIntyre *A fun-packed delight * Telegraph, praise for Reeve & McIntyre *A delightfully told, beautiful tale * Chris Riddell, praise for Reeve & McIntyre *
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Sweet Cherry Publishing Magic Animal Cafe: Herriot the Caretaker Mouse
Book SynopsisBook 1 in the fun Magical Animal Cafe adventure series! Ellie and her mum are starting a new life in a new town and a very, very old building. They’re opening a cat café, but there’s a lot to do first – like welcoming the Andersons. Ellie doesn’t want to share her home with strangers, especially Blake and his energetic puppy, Choccy. But when Ellie and Blake discover a magical old phone and a mouse determined to get rid of them, they’ll have to find a way to all get along together. About the Magical Animal Cafe series: Join Ellie and Blake as they start new lives in a new town and a mysterious old building. They've only just met, but already they share a magical secret: they can talk to animals! That could prove useful with Ellie's mum opening a cat café, but the café is under threat from a greedy property developer – unless Ellie and Blake can stop him. With engaging illustrations and quirky talking animals, Magic Animal Café is perfect for animal lovers and young readers aged 7+.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Skulduggery Pleasant
Book SynopsisHe's dead. She's deadly. The bad guys don't stand a chance. The iconic first book in the bestselling Skulduggery Pleasant series. There is a hidden world of magic and monsters, of secret histories and ancient gods. Stephanie was built for it. Stephanie was born for it. But can she survive it?Her only hope lies with Skulduggery Pleasant, the skeleton detective, a wisecracking genius with a past as dark as Stephanie's futureA thoroughly satisfying blend of humour, magic and adventure' Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson series
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
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£7.59
Vintage Publishing The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
Book SynopsisJohn Boyne is the author of fifteen novels for adults, six for younger readers, and a collection of short stories. His 2006 novel The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas has sold more than 11 million copies worldwide and has been adapted for cinema, theatre, ballet, and opera. His many international bestsellers include The Heart's Invisible Furies and A Ladder to the Sky. He has won four Irish Book Awards, including Author of the Year in 2022, along with a host of other international literary prizes. His novels are published in sixty languages.Twitter: @JohnBoyneBooksInstagram: @JohnBoyneAuthorTrade ReviewThis novel is a fine addition to a once taboo area of history, at least where children's literature is concerned. It provides an account of a dreadful episode short on actual horror but packed with overtones that remain in the imagination. Plainly and sometimes archly written, it stays just ahead of its readers before delivering its killer punch in the final pages * Independent *An extraordinary tale of friendship and the horrors of war * Irish Independent *In this unforgettably moving Holocaust tale, nine-year-old Bruno is witness to events devastating in their tragedy * Irish Times *So what makes these different to any other set of classics? In a moment of inspiration Random House had the bright idea of actually asking Key stage 2 children what extra ingredients they could add to make children want to read. And does it work? Well, put it this way...my 13-year-old daughter announced that she had to read a book over the summer holiday and, without any prompting, spotted The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas...and proceeded to read it! Now, if you knew my 13-year-old daughter, you would realise that this is quite remarkable. She reads texts, blogs and tags by the thousand - but this is the first book she has read since going to high school, so all hail Vintage Classics! * National Association for the Teaching of English *A small wonder of a book * Guardian *
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Unfamous Diaries of Daisy Brewster The
Book SynopsisA sparkling new series of middle grade diaries in the vein of Lottie Brooks and Dork Diaries, with a celebrity hook Daisy Brewster is a girl with resolutions. She is determined to be her best self and get a good part in the school play. Everyone knows Daisy is a talented actor. But not everyone knows about her super celebrity cousin, who is already breaking hearts and winning contracts on the world stage. Maxxy Bloom is a child star in Hollywood, with A-List friends, a million followers and a glamorous, lavish lifestyle... but things are about to change in all sorts of ways when she comes to stay at Daisy’s house. Daisy fears the worst, for her routine, her personal space, her popularity, and her own dramatic ambitions. But the real Maxxy Bloom turns out to be a big surprise, and Daisy’s very unfamous life has an unexpected effect on her guest! Told through Daisy’s private diary, this is a story about family, ambition, and how nice it is NOT to be famous…
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group Pierre the Maze Detective The Hunt for the Maze Pyramid
Book SynopsisJoin Pierre the Maze Detective on a puzzling new Egyptian-themed adventure to stop infamous thief Mr X from stealing again . . .
£13.49
Pan Macmillan The 156-Storey Treehouse: Festive Frolics and
Book SynopsisMerry Christmas from the treehouse! The 156-Storey Treehouse is the twelfth book of Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton's wacky treehouse adventures, where the laugh-out-loud story is told through a combination of text and fantastic comic book-style illustrations.The kind of book I would have loved as a kid' – Tom Fletcher, author of The ChristmasaurusAndy and Terry have added 13 new levels to their treehouse!There's a wishing well, a world-record breaking level, a TV quiz show (hosted by Quizzy the Quizzical Quizbot) and an amazing mind-reading sandwich-making machine!But it’s the night before Christmas, and things are not going well for them – they’re at war with an angry snowman, Santa has crashed his sleigh and fallen into the cloning machine, and Mr. Big Nose wants a new book by tomorrow!Can they defeat the snowman, save Christmas, and get their book written in time?Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!Climb more fun-filled levels by collecting all thirteen books in the seven million-copy-selling series – the perfect chapter books for reluctant readers.Trade ReviewThe kind of book I would have loved as a kid -- Tom Fletcher, on 39-Storey TreehouseBrilliant series and if you haven't read them yet why not? Start at the beginning and work through them all. Laugh out loud funny and I love reading about all the things they have in their treehouse -- Toppsta ReviewerIf you close your eyes and listen hard enough, you can hear the sound of children everywhere lamenting the long 12 months they have to wait until the release of the next one. * Guardian *
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Vintage Publishing A Christmas Carol
Book SynopsisCharles Dickens was born in Hampshire on February 7, 1812. His father was a clerk in the navy pay office, who was well paid but often ended up in financial troubles. When Dickens was twelve years old he was send to work in a shoe polish factory because his family had been taken to the debtors' prison. His career as a writer of fiction started in 1833 when his short stories and essays began to appear in periodicals. The Pickwick Papers, his first commercial success, was published in 1836. The serialisation of Oliver Twist began in 1837. Many other novels followed and The Old Curiosity Shop brought Dickens international fame and he became a celebrity in America as well as Britain. Charles Dickens died on 9 June 1870. He is buried in Westminster Abbey.
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HarperCollins Publishers Super-readable YA – Kerb-Stain Boys: The Crongton
Book SynopsisA sharp, witty and heartfelt tale of the ups and downs of teenage life from multi-award-winning Alex Wheatle. Life on the Crongton estate can be rough for Briggy. Dad's lost his job, Mum's working so hard to make ends meet, and big brother Kingsley just wants out. With all of the shouting and arguing it's difficult not to get lost in the mix. So when his best mate Terror and coolest chick in the year Caldonia, cook up a plan to make a quick buck, Briggy hopes this time it might be his chance to shine. Robbing the Post Office … what could go wrong? A brilliantly real and funny novella of life on one of London's toughest (fictional) estates.Trade Review“A welcome return to one of London’s toughest estates in a wise, witty urban novella” – The Bookseller “A novella as appallingly riveting as a car crash in slow motion … Wheatle’s characteristic invented slang is the perfect medium for this hilarious yet hard-hitting story” – Guardian “Wheatle revisits his popular Crongton estate universe with Kerb-Stain Boys … a gripping and quick read for both reluctant and sophisticated readers” – The Irish Times “This book is a blast of fresh air and will appeal to all types of teenagers, from the booky to absolute reluctants … as always with Alex Wheatle’s writing, there’s a core morality and exploring the real feelings of teenagers honestly” – BookTrust “This wickedly sharp teen-noir novella ticks all the right boxes for an inspiring read for teens who feel trampled in the wake of this unforgiving world … a compelling, voice-driven narrative packed with action and humour from start to finish” – Common Space
£7.59
Sweet Cherry Publishing Shakespeare Othello Easy Classics
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£6.99
Bonnier Books Ltd Disney Princess: Colouring Fun
Book SynopsisGo on a magical colouring quest with the Disney Princesses
£5.62
The Buddyhood Ltd The Christmas Quest
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£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Vanishing Stair
Book SynopsisTrade Review“In this second . . . installment, Johnson gives and she takes away: a few major mysteries are satisfying solved, but other long-standing riddles remain tantalizingly indecipherable, and several new ones come into play by the enigmatic end. Readers, hang tight: there’s one more round to come, and if the signs are right, it’ll be to die for.” — Booklist "Ramps up the intrigue. As before, Johnson deftly alternates between Stevie's first-person narrative. Throughout this volume, Johnson's compelling would-be Sherlock proves to be as bad at personal relationships as she is adept at solving mysteries. Teen angst soars as Johnson delightfully conjures up more nefarious deeds from the mountain mist." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Johnson gives and she takes away: a few major mysteries are satisfying solved, but other long-standing riddles remain tantalizingly indecipherable, and several new ones come into play . . . Readers, hang tight: there’s one more round to come, and if the signs are right, it’ll be to die for.” — Booklist “In this second installment of her marvelous Truly Devious series, Maureen Johnson offers thrilling suspense, sly wit, a memorable cast of characters and more pieces of her deliciously intricate puzzle.” — Buffalo News “Take it from the world’s most impatient reader: If the Truly Devious series is basically one long mystery book, The Vanishing Stair is a middle part so enjoyable you won’t even want to skip to the end.” — Entertainment Weekly “Johnson judiciously doles out some satisfying partial answers to the historical case while (presumably) saving the big reveals for the next installment. This fulfilling second volume will gratify serious mystery fans; and many readers will enjoy seeing themselves reflected in Stevie’s diverse and eccentric group of friends.” — The Horn Book “Waiting for the next installment of Maureen Johnson’s Agatha Christie-Sherlock Holmes-classic mystery homage series was torture, but The Vanishing Stair is oh so worth it.” — Bustle Praise for TRULY DEVIOUS: “Jumping between past and present, Johnson’s novel is deliciously atmospheric, with a sprawling cast of complex suspects/potential victims, surprising twists, and a dash of romance. Johnson remains a master at combining jittery tension with sharp, laugh-out-loud observations.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Johnson quickly sets the game afoot, skillfully introducing a Clue-like set of characters, laying out various motives, and hinting at long held secrets. There’s a delicious slow-burn element to the locked-room mystery in Stevie’s present, while the chapters on the kidnappings read like a true crime novel.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Johnson deftly twists two mysteries together—Stevie’s investigation is interspersed with case files and recollections from the Ellington kidnapping—and the result is a suspenseful, attention-grabbing mystery with no clear solution. The versatile Johnson is no stranger to suspense, and this twisty thriller will leave plenty of readers anxious for more.” — Booklist “An intricately plotted, compulsively readable novel that explores not only fascinating crimes but also the mysteries of anxiety, the creative process, contemporary fame, and so much else.” — John Green, author of The Fault in Our Stars and Turtles All the Way Down “Stevie Bell is a dyed-in-the-wool true-crime buff. There is a lot to love here. Fans of puzzles, boarding school stories, and true crime will tear through this book and love every minute.” — School Library Journal “The story raises more questions than answers, leaving readers hoping Johnson has another entry up her clever sleeves. A classic mystery that would make Dame Agatha proud.” — Kirkus Reviews “Told in alternating chapters, Johnson’s finely tuned plot effectively employs classical mystery tropes while maintaining a thoroughly modern sensibility. Stevie’s quirky, ragtag bunch of new friends crosses sexuality and class lines, providing teen readers with a wealth of characters to connect with.” — Horn Book Magazine
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Criers War
Book SynopsisFrom debut author Nina Varela comes the first book in a richly imagined epic fantasy duology about an impossible love between two girls?one human, one Made?whose romance could be the beginning of a revolution.Perfect for fans of Marie Rutkoski?s The Winner?s Curse as well as Game of Thrones and Westworld.After the War of Kinds ravaged the kingdom of Rabu, the Automae, designed to be the playthings of royals, usurped their owners? estates and bent the human race to their will.Now Ayla, a human servant rising in the ranks at the House of the Sovereign, dreams of avenging her family?s death?by killing the sovereign?s daughter, Lady Crier. Crier was Made to be beautiful, flawless, and to carry on her father?s legacy. But that was before her betrothal to the enigmatic Scyre Kinok, before she discovered her father isn?t the benevolent king she once admired, and most importantly, before she met Ayla.Now, with growing human unrest across the land, pressures from a foreign queen, and an evil new leader on the rise, Crier and Ayla find there may be only one path to love: war.Trade Review“Crier’s War is a beautiful poem of a book. Fans of both fantasy and sci-fi: this book is for you.” — Tara Sim, Author of the Timekeeper Trilogy “Dizzying political machinations intertwine with a burgeoning romance. The plot zooms ahead with nail-biting tension. A fresh, suspenseful take on the robot apocalypse.” — Kirkus Reviews “Rife with mystery, romantic tension, and political intrigue, Varela’s debut novel is perfect for readers craving queer fantasy with dense world building.” — Booklist “A lush #OwnVoices fantasy debut with science fiction elements and LGBTQIA+ representation, perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas’s Throne of Glass.” — School Library Journal “Masterful storytelling, woven with gorgeous poetic prose. You can’t help but be lured into this vividly imagined world. As heart-wrenching as it is unforgettable.” — Erin Summerill, author of the Clash of Kingdoms trilogy "Captivating political machinations among intricately linked characters create a suspenseful read with particular appeal to fans of queer romance." — Publishers Weekly “This interesting mesh of sci-fi and fantasy situates androids within court intrigue, enhanced with a steamy, well-paced lesbian romance that will make readers impatient to nab the next novel.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
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HarperCollins Publishers Spinderella
Book SynopsisSpiders, football and counting collide with magical results in this bestselling picture book from master picture book creator Julia Donaldson!Spinderella the spider has a passion for football! She tries to play a match with her brothers and sisters but she doesn't know how many spiders should be on each team. Even worse, she can't count the goals! Luckily for Spinderella, her Hairy Godmother has a plan Julia Donaldson does it again in this hugely engaging and funny story all about football, spiders and counting what''s not to love! The perfect picture book for children of all ages boys and girls alike.Julia Donaldson is the internationally renowned author of the best-loved picture books in the world, including The Gruffalo, What the Ladybird Heard, Sugarlump and the Unicorn and Night Monkey, Day Monkey.Trade Review... a great book with amazing illustrations * The Bookbag *
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Giraffe in the Bath
Book SynopsisGiraffe is all set for a soak in the tub after a hard day's work but no one will leave her in peace! This lively rhyming story, containing vivid illustrations and phonic repetition, is specially written for children who are learning to read. A delight to share with young children, and there are parents notes on phonics at the back of the book.
£5.99
Wordsworth Editions Ltd The Wind in the Willows
Book SynopsisFar from fading with time, Kenneth Grahame's classic tale of fantasy has attracted a growing audience in each generation. Rat, Mole, Badger and the preposterous Mr Toad (with his ‘Poop-poop-poop’ road-hogging new motor-car), have brought delight to many through the years with their odd adventures on and by the river, and at the imposing residence of Toad Hall. Grahame's book was later dramatised by A. A. Milne, and became a perennial Christmas favourite, as Toad of Toad Hall. It continues to enchant and, above all perhaps, inspire great affection.
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Hachette Children's Group Horrid Henry
Book SynopsisNumber One for Fiendish Fun!This book contains HIDEOUS behaviour, terrible dancing, disgusting glop and a trip to France!Four utterly hilarious and totally brilliant Horrid Henry stories by Francesca Simon, with illustrations by Tony Ross. An irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure.Trade ReviewForget Harry Potter, it's a wicked, spiteful boy who's really firing kids' imaginations - GUARDIANAll new Horrid Henry stories are a joy to read - DAILY MAILHorrid Henry is great fun and as irresistible as ever - THE BOOKBAG
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Pan Macmillan Mole's Spectacles: A Lift-the-flap Story
Book SynopsisLift the flaps and join in the fun with Mole's Spectacles, a brilliant story in the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood preschool series by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.Mole has lost his spectacles. He searches all around his house, in the garden and even in Weasel's sweetshop, but he can't find them anywhere! Where could they be? Lift the flaps to help him find them.With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, Mole's Spectacles joins the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood which have been delighting parents and children for over twenty years.More lift-the-flap adventures from Acorn Wood: Cat's Cookbook, Squirrel's Snowman and Badger's Band. Look out for new Acorn Wood story Dormouse Has a Cold.
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Scholastic Good Girls Die First
Book SynopsisKaren McManus' ONE OF US IS LYING meets Agatha Christie's AND THEN THERE WERE NONE in this atmospheric, thrilling, trust-no-one rollercoaster of a read.
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Quarto Publishing PLC Pirate Adventure
Book Synopsis Imagine if you could have an adventure as a pirate. What if you could have MILLIONS of them? With this story-building book, readers aged 5+ can create their own pirate-inspired adventures, over and over again. Just read the question and choose from the vibrant pictures on the page to build the story. The book is packed full of fun, silly and exciting things for the reader to choose from, including: Visiting a pirate milkshake bar Wearing a sparkly eye patch and a beard Packing a treasure map Voyaging on a ghost ship Sailing past an island made of chocolate Facing a tentacled sea monster Once they’ve finished, the reader can turn back to the start and make different choices to build a completely new tale. There are millions of possible combinations and endless stories to be told! And can you find
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Pan Macmillan The Breakfast Club Adventures The Treasure Hunt
Book SynopsisMarcus Rashford MBE is Manchester United's iconic number 10 and an England International footballer.During the lockdown imposed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Marcus teamed up with the food distribution charity FareShare to cover the free school meal deficit for vulnerable children across the UK, raising in excess of 20 million pounds. Marcus successfully lobbied the British Government to u-turn policy around the free food voucher program a campaign that has been deemed the quickest turnaround of Government policy in the history of British politics so that 1.3 million vulnerable children continued to have access to food supplies whilst schools were closed during the pandemic.In response to Marcus's End Child Food Poverty campaign, the British Government committed 400 million to support vulnerable children across the UK, supporting 1.7 million children for the next 12 months.In October 2020, he was appointed MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours. Marcus has committed himself to combating child poverty in the UK and his book You Are a Champion is an inspiring guide for children about reaching their full potential.Alex Falase-Koya is a London native. He has been both reading and writing since he was a teenager; anything at the cross-section of social commentary and genre fiction floats his boat. He was a winner of Spread the Word's 2019 London Writers Awards for YA/children's. He now lives in Walthamstow with his girlfriend and two cats. He is the cowriter of Marcus Rashford's children's fiction series The Breakfast Club Adventures.Marta Kissi studied BA Illustration & Animation at Kingston University and MA Visual Communication at the Royal College of Art. Her favourite part of being an illustrator is bringing stories to life by designing charming characters and the wonderful worlds they live in. She shares a studio with her husband James.
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Bonnier Books Ltd Disney Mufasa The Lion King The Junior Novel
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Pan Macmillan We Hunt the Flame
Book SynopsisHafsah Faizal is the New York Times bestselling author of the Sands of Arawiya duology, which includes TikTok sensation We Hunt the Flame and We Free Stars, and the founder of IceyDesigns, where she creates websites for authors and beauteous goodies for everyone else. When she's not writing, she can be found designing, deciding between Assassin's Creed and Skyrim, or traversing the world.Born in Florida and raised in California, she now resides in Texas with her family and a library of books waiting to be devoured.
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HarperCollins Publishers The Bear Who Went Boo
Book SynopsisFrom Number One bestselling picture book duo, David Walliams and Tony Ross, comes this bear-illiantly funny adventure for children of 3 and up.At the top of the world, surrounded by snow and ice, lives a very cheeky polar bear cub who loves to goBOO!But this little bear cub doesn't always know when to stopPresenting a mischievous new picture book packed with snow and surprises, from two standout talents!Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR FIRST HIPPO ON THE MOON: “Pre-schoolers will roar with laughter” – Daily Express “Part Aesop, part Spike Milligan… this is rollicking stuff” – Big Issue PRAISE FOR WALLIAMS: “I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics.” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole “Dahl finally has a worthy successor” – Telgraph "Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" – The Sun
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HarperCollins Publishers The Worlds Worst Pets
Book SynopsisBE WARNED! AWFUL ANIMALS LURK INSIDEMillions of readers have loved The World's Worst Children, The World's Worst Teachers and The World's Worst Parents now they will delight in this ludicrously laugh-out-loud collection of pets, brought to you by the phenomenal Number One bestselling author David Walliams, with every story illustrated in vibrant colour by Adam Stower.These ten tales of the world's craziest creatures will have you shaking with laughter. You'll never look at pets in the same way again!Marvel at Houdini, the magician's rabbit. Take a trip around the world with Zoom, the supersonic tortoise. Gasp at the chaos created by Griselda, a grizzly bear with a big secret. And RUN FOR YOUR LIVES! It's Furp, the monstrous goldfish!Good pets, bad pets, supervillain pets, pets as big as a house and pets that could eat you in one gulp these are the most hilarious and horrendous animals around.David Walliams was most recently Children's #1bestseller for six weeks withGangsta Granny Strikes Again!(TCM chart: from 20 Nov 2021)Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE WORLD’S WORST SERIES: “This really is Walliams at his most indulgently gross and silly – the perfect combination for thousands of his loyal fans” – Daily Mail “Laugh-out-loud funny and…downright disgusting” – Daily Express “Often described as the modern-day Roald Dahl, Walliams is a big author with big ideas and plenty of illustrations, all combining to make for real page-turners, even for kids who would normally look at you as if you’re mad to suggest reading for pleasure” – The Independent
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Bonnier Books Ltd Disney Pixar: Lightyear The Junior Novel
Book SynopsisJoin Buzz for a rip-roaring journey through space in the junior novel based on Disney & Pixar's brand-new film, Lightyear
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HarperCollins Publishers WinniethePooh When We Were Very Young
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HarperCollins Publishers WinniethePooh Now We Are Six
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HarperCollins Publishers The Adventures of Portly the Otter Untold Tales from the Wind in the Willows
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Divided City
Book SynopsisA gripping and powerful story of two boys from rival backgrounds, for fans of The Hate U Give and The Upper World.Glasgow is a divided city. Catholics and Protestants; Celtic and Rangers. Stumble down the wrong street at night, and you might not find your way home again.Joe and Graham should never have become friends, but football brings them together. They don''t want to get involved in the conflict and rivalry. They just want to talk, play, live and breathe the beautiful game.But the Orange Walks are beginning - the annual marches that bring the city''s tensions to the surface. And Joe and Graham have to decide where their loyalties lie.A powerful, gripping story about friendship, prejudice and tolerance from multi-award-winning author Theresa Breslin.''An outstanding writer . . . Superb'' IndependentTrade ReviewA cracking good read * Guardian *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Graveyard Book
Book SynopsisDiscover the bewitching, classic children's novel The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman, featuring spellbinding illustrations from Chris RiddellWINNER of the 2010 CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL and the 2009 JOHN NEWBERY MEDAL. ONE OF BBC''S HUNDRED GREATEST CHILDREN''S BOOKS OF ALL TIMEEvery page is crowded with invention, both funny and scary' PATRICK NESSA tale of unforgettable enchantment' NEW YORK TIMESNobody Owens, known to his friends as Bod, is a normal boy. He would be completely normal if he didn't live in a graveyard, raised and educated by ghosts. There, living among the dead, Bod discovers that he possesses remarkable magical powers: he can avoid people''s notice, scare them, and even invade their dreams.There are dangers and adventures for Bod in the graveyard. But it is in the land of the living that the real danger lurks, for it is there that the man Jack lives - and he has sinister plans for Bod...WINNER OF THE LOCUS YOUNG ADULT AWARDWINNER OF THE HUGO BEST NOVEL PRIZEWINNER OF THE BOOKTRUST TEENAGE AWARDTrade ReviewThrilling, elegant and joyously macabre. You will love it to death * Holly Black *One of the joys of reading Gaiman is how he subverts our expectations of magic, horror, fantasy and the mundane ... A memorable, captivating read * The Times *This brief, dark, savoury adventure deserves to become a modern classic of children's writing * Independent on Sunday *Suspenseful, well-told and touching * The Sunday Times *The best book Neil Gaiman has ever written. How he has managed to combine fascinating, friendly, frightening and fearsome in one fantasy I shall never know, but he has pulled it off magnificently * Diana Wynne Jones *Like a bite of dark Halloween chocolate, this novel proves rich, bittersweet and very satisfying * Washington Post *The outrageous riches of Gaiman’s imagination. Every page is crowded with invention, both funny and scary * Patrick Ness *I wish my younger self could have had the opportunity to read and reread this wonderful book, and my older self wishes that I had written it * Garth Nix *The Graveyard Book, by turns exciting and witty, sinister and tender, shows Gaiman at the top of his form ... a tale of unforgettable enchantment * New York Times *
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