Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisThe royal dummy keeps mysteriously disappearing, and the Little Princess is not amused! Wherever the King and Queen hide it, she always finds it… Can anyone convince her to give it up?Trade Review"'Has a casualness that conceals considerable artistry- the pictures reveal all.'" * School Librarian *"'A joy from the front cover right through to the last page.'" * Literacy and Learning *"Like many children still attached to a favourite blanket or comforter, she is very reluctant to give up the dummy she relies on and refuses to believe she is too grown up to need it anymore... children reading this book will be pleased to see that the final decision is the child's." * Child Care *

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Book SynopsisFrom vlogging in their bedrooms to building global fan bases and conquering the world, it's been another crazy year for everyone's favourite Internet stars. Catch up with what's-what in the world of vlogging in this brilliant unofficial YouTube annual, jam-packed with facts, fun activities, cool crafts, profiles, posters, quizzes, trivia and more! YouTube fans everywhere will want to put down their cameras and pick up this book!

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Book SynopsisWhen Bear's favourite Big Book of Stories falls apart, he is determined to write some stories of his own. He ventures into the forest for inspiration, but writing is harder than he thinks - and he soon discovers that he needs a lot of help from his friends. A delightful book about stories and friendship, featuring a lovable brown bear.Trade ReviewBear loves reading his storybook but it becomes so worn that the pages come loose and fly away, leaving him nothing to read. So, he sits down to write a story himself. Unable to think of an idea. he goes out for inspiration, for a back-scratch. a swim, and to climb a tree. Nothing works but he meets and helps some of his forest friends. Later back home he remember them and creates a simple adventure story. An extra leaf unfolds to present Bear's story which he reads to his friends. They love it, especially the bits where they feature, and decide to go off together and have some more adventures so that Bear can write more stories for them all. Soft watercolour pictures bring this book to life by illustrating each aspect of the story faithfully. There is variety in the page design, with some full page spreads and small cameos where appropriate. The font is traditional and quite small but always clear and readable. This would make an excellent read-aloud for young children and is just the right length and mood for a bedtime story. * Carousel *

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Book SynopsisThings are FREAKY and about to get even FREAKIER in the sleepy American town of Sticky Pines.Weirdness mounts upon creepiness to create a riotously funny potion in The Valley of the Strange, the latest explosive instalment of the cult sci-fi series for children.Lucy Sladan has made the biggest, most bizarre discovery of all time ... but still no one believes her. Even her best friend Milo Fisher is not convinced. But his father knows she is on to something. Soon Lucy is in a race to stop Mr Fisher's monstrous efforts to uncover the source of the sticky-pine sap that is making his fortune ... and so risking the destruction of the world. Perfect for the younger siblings of Stranger Things fans, Sticky Pines offers laugh-out-loud, hair-raising sci-fi and mysteries aplenty. The TRUTH is OUT THERE - are you ready for it?

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Puppy Club! Join Jaya, Willow, Daniel, Elsa, Arlo and Harper as they all navigate the ups and downs of life with a brand-new puppy! When Jaya’s aunt reveals that Underdogs Rescue Centre needs funding for a new wing of kennels, the Puppy Clubbers have the perfect solution: a sponsored dog walk! There’s only one problem. Arlo’s puppy Dash is always racing about, and despite attending training classes, shows no signs of slowing down. Arlo is trying all he can to get Dash to work with him. Will he learn to listen in time to join the others on the Waggy Tails Walk? A heart-warming new series for young animal-loving readers, perfect for fans of Holly Webb and Helen Peters.

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Book SynopsisEver since she fell into the Source of all magic, Tourmaline seems to have developed strange new powers that are causing chaos. She can't work out how to control them and it's exhausting hiding them from everyone (except her best friends George and Mai). Then Tourmaline receives a mysterious postcard, promising her solutions and sending her on quests to amazing places. But who has sent Tourmaline the card? And will the adventure be worth the price for answers?The second book in a fun, feminist fantasy adventure series, with a protagonist that flies off the page and into readers' imaginations. Perfect for fans of Katherine Rundell, Vashti Hardy and Abi Elphinstone.PRAISE FOR TOURMALINE AND THE ISLAND OF ELSEWHERE:This unforgettable adventure will bring you to places beyond your wildest imagination Sinéad O'Hart, author of THE TIME TIDER This is such an exciting, magical adventure, written with wit and warmth and a wonderfully bold and bo

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Book SynopsisScratch and Draw amazing rainbow and foil farm animal pictures on the special pages inside this hardback art activity book. This farm-themed title includes step-by-step instructions to learn how to draw fun farm animals and there's an exciting farm-themed scratch art adventure story to complete, too.

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Book SynopsisA young sheep embaaaarks on a hilarious farmyard odyssey to discover her identity.Mildred is a sheep, and she's not too happy about it. The herding is boring, the food is repetitive, and the shearing is frankly embarrassing. So when she ventures out to the edge of the field and discovers the wonderful variety of animals living around the farm, she sets off on a messy misadventure to see what else is out there. Can she run like the wind with the horses, or soar through the clouds with the birds, or learn from the hens how to...force out an egg? She might even learn a lesson from the classiest animal around, when her antics draw the attention of the elegant and wily Ms Wolf, who just can't wait to have Mildred over for dinner.A funny picture book with a host of familiar animals.

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Book SynopsisFox is always playing practical jokes on her friends, and her friends don't much like it. One day, Fox devises a new trick for her long-beaked friend Stork. Stork doesn't see the funny side, and finds a way to adapt the trick for Fox herself... Featuring appealing and colourful illustrations by Tania Rex.With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English. CEFR level: low A1.

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Book SynopsisIn this sequel to the beloved A Toad for Tuesday, Warton toad goes to visit his Aunt Toolia and encounters excitement, danger, and suspense. He is chased by a wildcat, meets and helps an injured fawn, and encounters a pack of wood rats whose unusual trading habits amaze him. Their trading inspires an ingenious scheme to rid the area of a dreaded enemy. Using teamwork and quick thinking, as well as relying on the strength of friends, Warton saves the day! And saves the injured fawn in the process. A perfect read aloud or read alone chapter book.This reissue of a classic series, with reworked versions of the original illustrations by Lawrence Di Fiori, will bring Warton to a new generation of fans.

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Book SynopsisThe incredible conclusion to the Empirium Trilogy that started with the instant New York Times bestsellers Furyborn and Kingsbane! This series is perfect for those looking for books for teen girls and is also one of the best fantasy series for adults and teens!Two queens, separated by a thousand years must face their ultimate destinies.Queen Rielle, pushed away from everything she loves, turns to Corien and his promises of glory. Meanwhile, whispers from the empirium slowly drive her mad, urging her to open the Gate. Separated from Audric and Ludivine, she embraces the role of Blood Queen and her place by Corien's side, determined to become the monster the world believes her to be.In the future, Eliana arrives in the Empire's capital as a broken shell of herself. Betrayed and abandoned, she fights to keep her power at bay—and away from Corien, who will stop at nothing to travel back in time to Rielle, even if that means destroying her daughter.But when the mysterious Prophet reveals themselves at last, everything changes, giving Rielle and Eliana a second chance for salvation—or the destruction their world has been dreading.An epic fantasy with female protagonist, the Empirium Trilogy has captured the hearts of many and Lightbringer concludes this beloved teen fantasy series.Praise for Furyborn:A BuzzFeed Most Anticipated Title of Spring 2018A Goodreads Most Anticipated Title of Spring 2018A Bustle Most Anticipated Title of Spring 2018"A must-read."—Refinery29"A series to watch."—Paste magazine"Visionary."—Bustle magazine"One of the biggest new YA fantasies."—Entertainment Weekly"Empowering."—BuzzFeed

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Book SynopsisHow far would you go to save your home? When Sybaline's enchanted valley in the Appalachian mountains is about to be flooded, she decides to stay. But will Sybaline's magic be powerful enough to stop the flood from destroying everything she loves?A Wilder Magic is the perfect…fantasy book for girls 9-12middle school chapter book for fans of the supernaturaltween book for girls age 9-12preteen gift for girlsFor generations, Sybaline Shaw's family has lived in an enchanted valley in the Appalachian Mountains, using their magic to help grow the land. But now the government has built a dam that will force the Shaws to relocate, and they're running out of time before their home will be flooded.Sybaline and her cousin Nettle can't imagine life without the valley and its magic, so they decide to stay. Using magic, they build an invisible wall around their home. As the water rises, they learn a terrible truth: the water will continue to rise, leaving them to live beneath the lake itself.There is also a consequence to using magic selfishly, one that might transform both her and Nettle forever. If she can't find a way to escape, Sybaline and the ones she loves could be trapped in the valley forever.Praise for The Wolf of Cape Fen:"A stunning seaside fairy tale that will absorb readers until the very end."—Booklist"A mesmerizing piece of magical realism packed with mystery, suspense, and, most important, love."—School Library Journal"Intriguing mystery… Laced with dreams, this perplexing fantasy rewards persistent readers."—Kirkus Reviews"Softly spangled black and white chapter title illustrations preface brief dream interludes belonging to other Fenians, emphasizing that the whole community is bound up in the baron's magic and helping to harmonize the novel's contrasting moods of coastal-town hominess and stark unease."—BCCBTrade Review"Readers who enjoyed the Savvy series by Ingrid Law and Drizzle by Kathleen Van Cleve will love this little gem." - Rebecca Williams, Portland Book Review"The relationship between magic, nature, and intent adds a thoughtful level of complexity and cost to this sophomore novel by Brandt....a poignant blend of loss and optimism as readers empathize with Sybaline's rebellion against inevitable change." - Publishers Weekly"[Kids] expecting a big move may find comfort in Sybaline's eventual acceptance of her need to leave the valley." - The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

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Book SynopsisFrom the world of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls comes a historical novel based on the life of Dr. Wangari Maathai, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning activist and environmentalist from Kenya.Wangari lives in the lush, green, land of rural Kenya where the soil is perfect for planting, the trees tower into the sky, and the streams are full of mysterious creatures. All day, she plays beneath her favorite fig tree, and at night she gathers around the fire with her family to listen to her mother's stories.Then Wangari grows up and goes away to school, and things start changing at home. Farmers chop down the trees. Landslides bury the stream. The soil becomes overworked and dry, and nothing will grow. People go hungry. After all her studies, Dr. Wangari Maathai realizes there is a simple solution to these problems: plant a forest full of trees.Dr. Wangari Maathai Plants a Forest is the story of environmentalist and activist Dr. Wangari Maathai, who became the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. It's also a story about the importance of making your voice heard, and using that voice to protect the natural world.This historical fiction chapter book includes additional text on Dr. Wangari Maathai's lasting legacy, as well as educational activities designed to encourage caring for the planet and believing in the power of one.About the Rebel Girls Chapter Book SeriesMeet extraordinary real-life heroines in the Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls chapter book series! Introducing stories based on the lives of extraordinary women in global history, each stunningly designed chapter book features beautiful illustrations from a female artist as well as bonus activities in the backmatter to encourage kids to explore the various fields in which each of these women thrived. The perfect gift to inspire any young reader!

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Book SynopsisInspired by award-winning Inuk director Zacharias Kunuk’s short film of the same name, The Shaman’s Apprentice tells the story of a young shaman in training who must face her first test—a trip to the underground to visit Kannaaluk, The One Below, who holds the answers to why a community member has become ill. Facing dark spirits and physical challenges, the young shaman must learn to stifle her fear and listen to what Kannaaluk has to tell her.Trade Review"The Inuk filmmaker’s book looks at young Supijaq, a shaman in training who follows her grandmother underground to heal a sick man. Is Supijaq brave enough to face this important test in her training and meet Kannaaluk, the One Below, who can tell them why the man’s sick? Kyak-Monteith’s illustrations beautifully capture the power and darkness of this folktale."—The Globe and Mail"The folkloric and magical elements of the story will intrigue...Kyak-Monteith's detailed illustrations help to bring the Nunavut setting to life. Her arresting artwork draws readers into the story with detailed landscapes, dwellings, and furnishings; supernatural elements; and authentic belongings. A thought-provoking tale with an appended glossary."—Booklist"The Shaman’s Apprentice is an excellent addition to a growing number of Indigenous authored and illustrated picture books."—Quill & Quire"The Shaman’s Apprentice is a lovely and engaging book, one which provides a window into traditional Inuit practice and relationships, situating the importance and centrality of the elder female in a position of knowledge and authority within the community. Despite both the dramatic and magical or supernatural elements of the story, it’s a surprisingly quiet and calm tale, complemented by the visual style of the artist. The use of many Inuit words adds to the richness of the atmosphere of the book."—CM Magazine"This traditional Inuit story is rich with culture, language and an inter-generational relationship blended with subtle lessons about facing fears and karma...Zacharias Kunuk embeds us in a traditional setting of the Inuit and honours this story with its messages of customs and beliefs...As with all traditional storytelling that is destined to teach and carry forward culture, The Shaman's Apprentice does so admirably in words and art, informing those outside of the culture and preserving it for those within."—CanLit for Little Canadians

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Book SynopsisFor young Ali, a former refugee from Afghanistan, “home” is where his family is together. Although his family is safe in their new country, Ali finds himself wishing he could go back to Afghanistan. A day spent picking blackberries with Nana reminds him of their old house with the mulberry tree he loved, and the day the soldiers came. He recalls their nighttime flight and the crowded buses and airplane that took him to this beautiful but unfamiliar place. When Ali and Nana spot a bluebird, she tells him to make a wish. Ali wishes to go home, but, as he comes to learn, home is not a place. Home is the love his family has for each other. In If You See a Bluebird, Bahram Rahman, author of ALA Schneider Family Book Award Honor Book A Sky-Blue Bench, reflects on the experience of former refugees as they learn to adapt and embrace a new country and a new home. Award-winning illustrator Gabrielle Grimard incorporates rich and varied colour palettes to capture Ali’s two worlds. A story of family togetherness that redefines the meaning of home.Trade ReviewPraise for If You See a Bluebird 49th Shelf Fall 2023 “Most Anticipated Books for Young Readers” Selection CBC Books “45 Picture Books to Check Out This Fall 2023” Selection FOLD Kids: 2023 Winter Reading List Selection “Sensitive readers deserve this thoughtful, nuanced tale of loss of safety….Recommended for picture book collections, especially those endeavoring to affirm the challenges faced by children who experience immigration and cultivate empathy among those who have not.”—School Library Journal “The story thrums with the sadness of places left behind and the danger that forces people to leave....The vivid illustrations demarcate the past and present by contrasting the bright blue skies and rolling green plains of Ali’s new home with the rustic terracotta hues of his homeland. A sweetly sentimental story that places people at the heart of a home.”—Kirkus “After being forced to flee his home in Afghanistan with his family, a boy makes a wish for the fighting to stop so they can return; his grandmother helps him understand that home is not a place but the people you hold in your heart….Urging compassion, this picture book will open up conversations.”—Foreword Reviews “This lovely, gentle book about refugees from Afghanistan should resonate with anyone who has had to leave their home for a safer place. In short, it’s an effective mirror and a door for understanding war and displacement. The watercolor and digital art provides a soft look to everything, accentuating the current safety of Ali and his family.”—Youth Services Book Review ★ Starred Review “This book comes with a bit of a pedigree…Bahram is, himself, from Afghanistan and his books take their inspiration from that land.”—School Library Journal, Fuse 8 “If You See a Bluebird is a book that uncovers the meaning of the word home….a story of the refugee experience.”—TIME for Kids “Thoroughly kid friendly…storybook portrayal on the experience of former refugees as they learn to adapt and embrace a new country and a new home….This very special and unique picture book is unreservedly recommended for family, elementary school, and community library collections.”—Midwest Book Review-Children's Bookwatch “If You See a Bluebird is more than a book. It's an experience. A journey. I would recommend it to anyone who has ever wondered about the true meaning of home. It's a story that transcends age. It teaches us about love, home, and the strength of the human spirit. For educators, this book could serve as a valuable tool. It introduces children to the experiences of refugees. It fosters empathy and understanding.”—CM Magazine “A good story to share and to discuss what makes you feel safe and at home.”—The International Educator “Vivid illustrations….An absorbing story of leaving one home and finding another.”—Sal's Fiction Addiction Blog “Rahman, who is also the author of The Library Bus and A Sky-Blue Bench, has created another beautiful book and shares another important story.”—BookTime “This is another great title…by award winning author of The Library Bus and A Sky-Blue Bench. Inspiring!”—Dr. Larry Recommends

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Book SynopsisA swashbuckling tale of leaving home, and the joy of adventure.Drawn to the horizon since she was small, the heroine of this story longs to discover what lies beyond it. She builds herself a boat, with the help of her parents, who know they cannot keep her on the little island they call home.With courage, joy, and the gift of the most brilliant of swords from her parents, she sets off. She sails through storms, faces down sea monsters, and comes to the aid of lost sailors. In the market of a distant port, she finds a child, who she adopts as her own. The young boy shares her desire to explore and see the world, so together, they set sail once more. After years of adventuring, they find the island that was once her home. Coming to rest on the shore, our heroine sends her son off on his own voyage, with the most brilliant of swords.Beautifully illustrated, this immersive book celebrates the great joys of the voyage itself. It captures the experience of find

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Book SynopsisA brand new 4u2read edition of a charming modern-day take on the Arabian Nightstories, with illustrations by Charlie Alder. Mia, Juno, Kyle and Billy all long for a different life. They're stuck in a foster home and feel like they're in the wrong story. But when the mysterious Cherry turns up with her crazy patchwork bag and magic book, she opens up a whole new world to them. Will they all get a happy ending after all? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+Trade Review"One of the most touching books I have ever come across" – The Bookbag "The magical healing power of stories lies at the heart of this touching book" – LoveReading4Kids

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Book SynopsisDiscover secret mermaids and lost cities. Meet lovestruck hags and magical sea-horses. Beware greedy princes and slippery monsters. These enchanting stories are perfect for reading aloud to little ones.

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Book SynopsisIt's new year on Hazel Tree Farm. Peter helps Dad to bring baby lambs into the world, while his sister Kate falls in love with next door's fluffy chicks. But something is wrong with sheepdog Peg, and one stormy night, she runs away. Through wind and rain, the children race to find her ...

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Book SynopsisA thoughtful and playful story of empathy and kindness now in a standard paperback format for middle-grade readers. Anna Liza likes to help cheer up her mother’s psychiatric patients with her 17 top knock-knock jokes and cheerful songs, but when she meets Edward, she hits a brick wall. Edward’s dad is so sad since his mum left; he says his life isn’t going anywhere any more. Anna Liza has a plan to get him on the move again, if only she can manage to evade her mother’s attention long enough … A thoughtful and playful story of empathy and kindness from global bestseller Eoin Colfer, particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 7+.

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Book SynopsisA hardback, illustrated adaptation of Charles Dickens's Victorian classic – at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! Who can help a mean old man to love Christmas? How about a ghost? (…or three!) Scrooge’s heart is colder than snow, he’s richer than half the banks in England and meaner than, well, everyone. But when three seriously spooky ghosts turn up to take him on an adventure through time, he soon learns that being cold isn’t cool. Can he change his ways before it’s too late? About The Charles Dickens Children's Collection: Bah humbug! Who says the classics are just for adults? Join Ebenezer Scrooge on his ghostly Christmas adventure, or follow orphaned Oliver Twist from rags to riches in some of literature's most famous tales from the foggy streets of Victorian London.

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Book SynopsisA young boy's relationship with his struggling dad is strained when he is forced to choose between playing football and quality time in this sensitively told story from award-winning writer Tony Bradman.Daniel had a hard time when his parents split up and his dad started working abroad. He had to move and start at a new school, but things changed for the better when he started playing football for the Haybrook Rockets. This season the team are in with a chance of winning the Championship, but just as things are looking up for Daniel his dad comes back and the only time he can meet up is a Saturday morning when Daniel plays football. He doesn't want to let his dad or his team down, so what is Daniel going to do?

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Book SynopsisZoe and Astra are on a quest to help the Unicorn King. This time, their adventures lead them high into the skies above Unicorn Island, in search of the Floating Islands. But someone is following them and the islands are not all that they seem. Will Zoe and Astra be able to complete the quest and help the King, or have they taken on more than they bargained for?

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Book SynopsisJinyue Fan is an illustrator and 2D animator. Since graduating from Central Saint Martins in London, she has been working as a children's book illustrator. She has had the opportunity to work with great online education companies, such as New Oriental, Lingo Ace, and Zuoye. Jinyue loves to create illustrations for children's books and book covers, commercial promotion, postcards, and more. As a digital artist, Jinyue uses Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Procreate to develop illustrations with simple outlines and rich pencil textures. Jinyue's main sources of inspiration are fairy tales, myths, and ancient western poems.Mai Ngo is a freelance book illustrator by day, qualified cat servant by night since 2018. Her illustration studio is based in Hanoi, Vietnam. Mai love books, especially children's books. She is now SCBWI's member and was the SCBWI Featured Illustrator in April, 2020.Nick Moffatt has been a freelance illustrator for the past 20 years, working in film, television, advertising and animation. He has a real passion for storytelling and narratives. Recently his Beat generation book cover designs were highly commended in the World Illustration Awards.

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Book SynopsisPeople always wanting your help? Well, it's not a-muse-ing… Far from it, in fact! Kanadra, a muse from the realm of Callowdon, hates her life. She hates being a muse, she hates helping people and, most of all, she hates the Muse Council, the pinnacle of the muse hierarchy. And after what they did to her, who can blame her? Sent to Earth on the orders of her merciless bosses, Kanadra is saddled with her first charge and tasked with ‘Inspiring them with a solution to an impossible problem.’ Reluctantly, Kanadra accepts and embarks on a pursuit to find answers for her charge, only to be thwarted by enemies from both this world and her own. Can Kanadra put aside her deep-seated grievance long enough to help her charge overcome theirs… and can she do it with her immortal life slowly slipping away?

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Book SynopsisThe biggest movie of 1985 is now the wildest and wackiest picture book of 2018! Even 30 years after its theatrical debut, BACK TO THE FUTURE is a perennial favorite in classrooms and family movie nights across the country. This picture book by Kim Smith captures all the classic moments of the film. We ll follow teenage Marty McFly as he travels from 1985 to 1955, meets his parents (as teenagers), and teaches his father how to stand up to bullies. Complete with a time-traveling DeLorean, a crazy mad scientist companion, and a lightning-fueled finale!Trade ReviewNamed 3rd-4th Grade Book of the Year for the 2019 Children's and Teen Choice Book Awards“A lovely trip down memory lane that you can share with your little ones.”—NeatoramaPraise for other books in the Pop Classics series:“Thanks to the delightful illustrations of Kim Smith, families can bond over the lovable alien and his friendship with Elliot in book form.”—Jami Ganz, Entertainment Weekly, on E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial “I was quickly won over by the charm of the writing and the awesome illustrations. Kim Smith's drawings have a distinctive style that imbues life into every single page.”—Sweety High, on Buffy the Vampire Slayer “Smith’s art is excellent. . . . Her illustrations do a terrific job summing up the key moments of the movie, creating a rich picture of what happens in the film in only 40 pages.”—Comics Worth Reading, on The Karate Kid “Kids will delight in the spooky-but goofy story and the surprise at the end, and parents will chuckle at this new take on an old favorite.”—GeekDad, on The X-Files: Earth Children Are Weird“Home Alone: The Classic Illustrated Storybook offers all the fun of the original movie in a darling hardcover package whose read-aloud story teaches lessons about responsibility and the importance of family.”—Pop Culture Insider, on Home Alone

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Book SynopsisWhat happens when the family closes the front door and leaves the house for an outing? The head of cabbage, sitting in the fridge, hears the front door close, hears the click of the key He looks out sees his people leave. He stands in the middle of the floor throws his head back and yells, PAR-TAY! Children and adults will experience this house party through the buoyant, rhythmic words of Eloise Greenfield and the playful, exuberant illustrations of Don Tate. Read and join the PAR-TAY!

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Book SynopsisWhat do you do if the family business is magic and you’re all fingers and thumbs? If your family are magicians and builders of tricks and illusions for other magicians and you can’t even pull a rabbit from a hat, do you turn your back on magic and walk away as far away from Abracadabra Street as you can…or do you try and overcome the hand you’re dealt? This is the question on Benjamin Blackstone’s mind. He has hope, however, in the form of a book his great grandfather bought about magic, a Victorian popup book of a street on which a long line of magic shops sat. This is called Abracadabra Street. The book is said to be truly magical in some way – and young Benjamin wants to get his hands on it. But this book is no toy to be played with which Benjamin soon finds out as he discovers the book after a long search locked in a trunk and discovers a living, breathing magical street! And that’s before a mysterious magician appears seemingly from inside the book. Benjamin knows it must be all smoke and mirrors, but he finds his own magic unlocked inside his head as he becomes obsessed to know how the book works and where the magician is really coming from. Because real magic isn’t real…right?

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Book SynopsisHere are the three Laws of Quill, carved in stone outside every town hall, and learnt by every schoolchild:There shall be No Witches.There shall be No Dragons.There shall be NO SECRETS.Ten-year-old Brim has been sent to the Quillian School for Prevention of Witches, but she''s sure it''s a mistake. It''s true that she has tiny feathers sprouting from her elbows, and that she''s the only person who remembers the odd-looking calf that has been following her. But she is most definitely Not a Witch.Meanwhile, Queen Rose of Hallow has received reports of a secret weapon in the mountains of Quill, and goes to investigate. Alone. Luckily, she''s not just a twelve-year-old girl with red hair and a wilful nature. She is also a dragon.Before long, Rose and Brim find themselves trapped in Quill, in the worst possible danger. Just a witch, a dragon and a LOT of secrets.A bewitching tale of bravery, betraya

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