Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisCan we have pizza now?Join Mouse and a young explorer as they prepare to climb Mount Etna. Help them list what they’ll need: “walking sticks,” “mountain boots,” “sunglasses . . .““Can I have pepperoni?” asks Mouse. From sea to snow, young readers will giggle with delight as they experience the magical world drawn by Frank Viva. Over and over again, the bestselling author of Young Frank, Architect will make them expereince an unforgettable journey to the top of one of the world’s most active volcanoes.

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Book Synopsis“Achingly lovely and luminous…left me completely enthralled.” —Erin A. Craig, New York Times bestselling author of House of Salt and Sorrows Uprooted meets The Grace Year in this dark young adult fantasy of love and vengeance following a girl who vows to kill a god after her sister is unjustly slain by his hand “that will appeal to readers of Leigh Bardugo and Holly Black” (School Library Journal).Weatherell girls aren’t supposed to die. Once every eighteen years, the isolated forest village of Weatherell is asked to send one girl to the god of the mountain to give a sacrifice before returning home. Twins Anya and Ilva Astraea are raised with this destiny in mind, and when their time comes, spirited Ilva volunteers to go. Her devoted sister Anya is left at home to pray for Ilva’s safe return. But Anya’s prayers are denied. With her sister dead, Anya volunteers to make a journey of her own to visit the god of the mountain. But unlike her sister, sacrifice is the furthest thing from Anya’s mind. Anya has no intention of giving anything more to the god, or of letting any other girl do so ever again. Anya Astraea has not set out to placate a god. She’s set out to kill one.Trade Review“Achingly lovely and luminous, Weymouth weaves a tale of vengeance and mercy that left me completely enthralled. I’ll be thinking about the Weatherell girls for a very long time to come.” -- Erin A. Craig, New York Times bestselling author of House of Salt and Sorrows"Once again, Weymouth delivers a story full of lyrically-spun atmosphere and ferocious spirit that you'll be thinking about long after it's done." -- Lauren Blackwood, New York Times bestselling author of Within These Wicked Walls"A Consuming Fire is delicate and devastating, a heart-wrenching exploration of faith, mercy, and how worship can twist on axes of power." -- Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author of For the Wolf"With exquisite prose and fiery characters, A Consuming Fire will fulfill readers in search of stories about sisterhood, courage, and love in all the forms it takes." -- Nafiza Azad, author of The Wild Ones"At its heart, A Consuming Fire is a story of resilience and courage. Weymouth’s spellbinding fantasy adventure celebrates the indomitable strength of the human spirit when up against the impossible." -- Sarah Raughley, author of The Bones of Ruin“I adored this fierce and beautiful book. I long to give it to every girl who ever wanted to fight a god. -- Erin Bow, Award-winning author of The Scorpion Rules

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Book SynopsisTwo orphan siblings with some deeply terrible luck battle an evil celebrity chef in this uproarious adventure-romp

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Book SynopsisWillow, the great-granddaughter of Mother Nature, recruits the help of a stink badger in this second book in the charmingly whimsical chapter book series from bestselling and award-winning author Suzanne Selfors.When Willow agreed to house-sit for her grandmother, Mother Nature, she had no idea how difficult it would be. The songbirds rudely wake her up at dawn. Mrs. Hedgehog serves worm pancakes for breakfast. And the to-do list is even longer than it was yesterday! To make matters worse, a feisty queen bee has moved into the chicken coop, sending Mother Nature’s beloved chickens into a tizzy. There’s only one critter who can catch the bee’s monarch: the stink badger. But no one ever visits or talks to them because, if disturbed, they’ll spray a horrid stench from their bottoms. Can Willow be brave enough to care for the natural balance in Mother Nature’s absence by facing one dangerous foe to get rid of another?

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Book SynopsisPenny Dreadful meets The Gilded Wolves in this captivating young adult fantasy trilogy set in alternate 1880s London following an immortal African tightrope walker with a destructive destiny—all three books now together in a collectible hardcover boxed set!As an African tightrope dancer in Victorian London, Iris is used to being strange. She is certainly an unusual sight for leering British audiences always eager for the spectacle of colonial curiosity. But Iris also has a secret that even “strange” doesn’t capture… She cannot die. Haunted by her unnatural power and with no memories of her past, Iris is obsessed with discovering who she is. But that mission gets more complicated when she meets the dark and alluring Adam Temple, a member of a mysterious order called the Enlightenment Committee. Adam seems to know much more about her than he lets on, and he shares with her a terrifying revelation: the worl

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Book SynopsisThis spine-tingling volume collects some of Robert Louis Stevenson’s stories first published in the late 19th century for a new generation of young readers—featuring a freshly reimagined cover!Dr. Henry Jekyll is a respectable man, sociable and well-liked, so his friends Mr. Utterson and Mr. Enfield are concerned when Dr. Jekyll appears linked to Edward Hyde. Mr. Hyde’s outbursts of violence have their small community on edge; he may be small in stature, but no one can deny he’s terribly dangerous, self-indulgent, and even evil. As Dr. Jekyll’s behavior grows more erratic and Mr. Utterson circles in ever closer to the elusive Mr. Hyde, the shocking truth of the relationship between the good doctor and the unholy terror comes to light—a chain of events set off by a repressed man giving himself over wholly to the worst of his vices and shame. Also included are “The Body Snatcher,” a story about medical studen

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Book SynopsisPut on your sunscreen, grab a towel, and make a splash with this three-book bindup perfect for reading beach or poolside!

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Book Synopsis"Simple and melodic . . . bright and beautiful"—Historical Novel SocietyWhen young Saliman''s family left Yemen in 1881 to move to Jerusalem there were so many things they could not take along. Promising to remember it all, even the names of each their goats and the color of their fur, he clutched his memory stone, a piece of his house that he kept in his pocket, as a way to keep Yemen in his heart.Saliman and the Memory Stone is a fictionalization of the real emigration of hundreds of Yemeni Jews to Jerusalem. Saliman might be leaving home, but he will always have his memories of Yemen. And even when they are without, he is reminded that he has everything he needs in his heart and in his community.

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Book SynopsisAmphibian siblings Warton and Morton face an adventure together that requires trust, patience, and their strong family bond as they help a family of weasels learn cooperation. The third in the 50th anniversary reissue of this classic chapter book series for 6-8 year-olds that was hailed by Booklist in its starred review as "a small scale Wind in the Willows" and that the New York Times called "a parable of friendship."One hot summer''s day, the toads are doing everything they can to cool off. While sipping sweet huckleberryade, Morton tells his brother about his dreams of flying like a hawk through the air. Warton, wanting to surprise his brother, builds a contraption out of a washtub and tubes of dried snakeskin that will allow them to float in the sky, carried by the wind.But when the wind gets too rough, the toads are launched through the woods, far down the river from their home. Before they can start the dangerous journey home, they''re captured by a family of weasels. Instead of eating them, the weasels offer a deal. If the toad can build the weasels'' new home, then they will be free to leave. But there''s just one issue: the weasels have no idea how to work together as siblings, and their fighting is getting in the way of Warton and Morton''s tasks.This charming transitional chapter book emphasizes the need for cooperation, communication, teamwork, and strong sibling relationships.

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Book SynopsisIn Depression-era Alabama, a white boy meets a Black boy from Detroit, who opens his eyes to the complexity and opportunities in their world.In 1937, the Depression is in full force, Joe Louis is the new heavyweight champion of the world, and Champion Always Luther arrives in Snow Hill, Alabama, changing Brother Sayre''s life forever. Brother lives with his mother and sister in their well-run if run-down boardinghouse. Champion has been sent to live with his aunt, who works for Brother''s family. With Champion, Brother learns all sorts of things?that he enjoys fishing, that he needs glasses, and that there are subtle and powerful rules of race and power that he''s never noticed. A child of privilege, Brother has never questioned the ways of his small southern town?but now he has reason to.Sara Harrell Banks sets her dramatic story of an adolescent friendship during a troubled, complex time in history, when resources were scarce and segregation was firmly in place.

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Book SynopsisMrs Owl had a knack for finding the perfect book for every customer, before they even realised what it was they were looking for. What do you do when your best friend moves away? Clara takes comfort in her favourite place: Mrs Owl’s bookshop. Surrounded by books that spring to life, a rhyming cat and mounds of cinnamon buns, Clara never feels alone. But someone is determined to close the bookshop down. Now it’s up to Clara and her new friends to save it.Trade Review'A lovely mixture of friends and family and more than a touch of magic.' * Kirkus *‘Frixe’s world is imaginative and inviting, and, despite Clara’s real struggles, the setting always feels supportive and snug… This sparkling tale is a booklover’s dream, and young readers will long to visit the magical bookshop at its heart.’ -- Booklist‘A delightful tale of friendship with a generous sprinkling of magic.’ -- The Week Junior'This is the kind of book that you get really hooked into and can’t put down... I am 11 years old and actually don’t like reading that much, but I really enjoyed this book.' * Loretta, aged 11 *‘10 out of 10! It’s funny and has a great plot.’ * Sylvie, aged 8 *'What’s not to love when there’s a rhyming cat, a talking mirror, and an ageless bookstore owner?' * Catholic Library World *‘Serious themes interweave with a lightness of touch; saying goodbye, starting school, family break-up, finding courage for new challenges, not judging, communicating feelings, the importance of kindness, the magic of books... A perfect story for early 7+ readers, skilfully translated from German by Ruth Ahmedzai Kemp with gorgeously whimsical illustrations by Florentine Prechtel. Thought-provoking discussion questions and post-reading activities – from creating a friendship book to baking a chocolate cake - are included to extend the enjoyment of the book. Let’s hope there are many more mysteries and adventures in store for Clara and Lottie!’ -- Armadillo Magazine'This is a delightful story of best friends, new friends and a magical book shop... It has all the elements of a perfect story. Well developed characters, funny moments, endearing moments and times when it all looked sad. I love a happy ending though so was pleased the sadness was short-lived.' * Erin H., Librarian *'[A] really fun tale of two young girls trying to preserve their friendship.' * Catherine H., NetGalley reviewer *'Such a cute and magical middle grade story. Loved it.' * NetGalley Reviewer *‘The Magical Bookshop is a heart-warming, funny and sensitive middle-grade novel that had me both laughing out loud (Ahmedzai Kemp has done a magnificent job of translating Gustav’s rhyming jokes) and rooting for Clara as she faced new challenges at school... As Clara and Leo’s friendship grows, Frixe also gently challenges stereotypes – so this is definitely not just a book for girls!’ -- European Literature Network'A feel-good mixture of a read that leaves you wanting more.' * Stiftung Lesen *‘The Magical Bookshop is an appealing summer story for readers who are growing in confidence… This is primarily a story about friendship but there is lots of adventure, mystery and fun… Clara is an engaging narrator and reaches out to the reader from the first sentence, drawing them into her world and it certainly is an enticing one. This bookshop is sure to delight.’ -- School Librarian

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Book SynopsisMarnie Blue has settled into Lady Sealia Foam’s Mermaid School and become best friends with Pearl and Orla. And now might be her chance to shine - the Clamshell Show is coming! Marnie and Orla are both auditioning for the star role, while Pearl (who is no great singer) is sticking to playing the rock tuba. But a new mermaid wins the role, and at rehearsal she's more trouble than a tiger shark with a toothache. What's more, Mermaid Lagoon has an unwelcome visitor dropping by. Will the show go on?Trade Review"In a clamshell: turtle-y charming undersea adventures... Young readers should dive in straightaway" -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisTom and his gran are playing penalty shoot-out when things go wrong and the football escapes... Now, wherever it leads them, from the park to the highstreet and beyond to the depths of the ocean and way up high in the sky, Tom and Gran must "Get that ball!"Trade Review"Excellent fun with illustrations rich in detail." * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisThe hilarious, rollicking adventures of mighty (but little) Norman the Norman brought together for the first time in this bumper paperback edition. Norman the Norman from Normandy and his not-so-wild boar, Truffle, are off on a sword-swinging adventure! But little Norman has inherited his father's huge sword … and that can only spell trouble. Join the jaunty duo as they travel all over Normandy slashing off heads, helping out a very tiny duchess and almost getting involved in the Norman Conquest of England. But first, a boiled egg for breakfast … A laugh-out-loud historical farce now available in a bumper paperback edition, particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 7+Trade Review"Philip Ardagh’s extra-silly sense of humour is on full display … this is a perfect little package for emerging readers who like their stories seriously funny" – BookTrust "He may be only small, but Norman packs a punch, and so does his book!" – Books for Keeps

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Book SynopsisThe thrilling conclusion to Ryan Graudin's Carnegie Medal 2017 nominated alternative history and fantasy epic, WOLF BY WOLF. In 1950s Germany, the war may be over, but the fight has just begun . . .There would be blood. Blood for blood. Blood to pay. An entire world of it. With their mission to overthrow the Nazis in danger, Yael and the resistance are ready to fight. Forced to run, life in the shadows for Yael, Luka and Felix isn't easy, especially when their enemy seems to know their every move. And when each step uncovers dark secrets and even darker truths, each must find a way to navigate right and wrong, past and future, life and death, if they are to survive at all.A captivating story of survival, love and freedom in a gripping, fantastical alternate universe from WOLF BY WOLF and THE WALLED CITY author, Ryan Graudin.Trade ReviewRollercoaster ride...great piece of alternate history fiction. Recommended * The Bookbag *The sequel to the excellent Wolf by Wolf does not disappoint, and has a very satisfactory conclusion. * Reading Zone *This isn't your average high-action YA novel - this one is more thought-provoking and gut-wrenching and noteworthy, in various ways * Eater of Books *The climax was fantastic, one surprise to the next that left me breathless and desperate to read more (I actually read one of the chapters on my phone while pretending to be busy at work...) * Maia and a Little Moore *Wolf by Wolf completely immerses the reader in a story they'll never forget. Filled to the brim with tension and intrigue, non-stop action and a vivid cast of characters, you'll feel every bump in the road they ride. I simply couldn't stop reading-and wherever Ryan Graudin rides next, I'll follow. -- Amie Kauffman, New York Times Bestselling author of These Broken Stars

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Book SynopsisAn ocean-drenched, atmospheric horror debut! Liv's best friend disappears on their first night aboard their dream semester-at-sea program - but is he really sick, like everyone says, or is something darker lurking beneath the water?It should have been the trip of a lifetime.When Liv lands an all-expenses-paid opportunity to study aboard the luxury cruise ship the Eos for a semester, she can't believe her luck. Especially since it will offer her the chance to spend time with Will, her ex-best friend, who's barely spoken to her since the night their relationship changed forever. But as soon as she steps on board, Liv realizes just how out of her depth she is. With Will, with the rest of the Seamester students - including the brittle and beautiful Constantine, who may be hiding his own ties to the Eos - and most of all, with the Sirens, three glamorous and mysterious influencers who seem to have the run of the ship.Liv quickly discovers that the only reason she was invited to join the trip is because another girl disappeared shortly after enrolling-and no one seems to know what happened to her. When further disappearances rock the ship and strange creatures begin haunting Liv's dreams, she wonders: Is the Eos hiding a dark secret within its shadowy decks?The truth will come at a price . . . only, how much is Liv willing to pay?Trade ReviewThe slow unravelling of the mystery is captivating and surprising... An original, suspenseful, and atmospheric debut. * Kirkus Reviews *Through Liv's snarky first-person narration, Goldsmith crafts a seafaring tale of grim horror. * Publishers Weekly *Quick-fire pacing and stunning reveals around every corner... as dazzling as it is terrifying. * Kara Thomas, author of That Weekend and The Cheerleaders *An immaculately crafted, eerie thriller that will hold readers in breathless suspense until the final, chilling moments. * Lyndall Clipstone, author of The World at the Lake’s Edge duology *Taut and immersive. * Tara Goedjen, author of No Beauties or Monsters *A delicious descent into dark waters... a slippery, salt-soaked mystery where no one can be trusted and debts must be paid. * Ann Fraistat, author of What We Harvest *Weaving Greek mythology and oceanic horror into a glittering mystery at sea, Those We Drown explores the sinister side of wealth, beauty, and privilege. * Erica Waters, author of The River Has Teeth and The Restless Dark *This story took me on an adventure I won't soon forget. I've always wanted to go on a cruise . . . but this made me think twice. I loved it. * Amanda Linsmeier, author of Starlings *

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Book SynopsisLia Setiawan has never really fit in. And when she wins a full ride to the prestigious Draycott Academy on a track scholarship, she's determined to make it work even though she's never felt more out of place.But on her first day there she witnesses a girl being forcefully carried away by campus security. Her new schoolmates and teachers seem unphased, but it leaves her unsure of what she's gotten herself into.And as she uncovers the secrets of Draycott, complete with a corrupt teacher, a golden boy who isn't what he seems, and a blackmailer determined to get her thrown out, she's not sure if she can trust anyone…especially when the threats against her take a deadly turn.

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Book SynopsisFrom #BookTok phenomenon and author of the highly anticipated YA fantasy novel, Lightlark, this fast-paced series starter is steeped in Colombian mythology and full of adventure. Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson, Curse of the Night Witch is filled with fantasy, action, adventure, and an unforgettable trio of friends.A Seventeen.com Most Anticipated Book of Summer!A Zibby Owens Summer Reading Pick on Good Morning America!On Emblem Island all are born knowing their fate. Their lifelines show the course of their life and an emblem dictates how they will spend it.Tor Luna was born with a leadership emblem, just like his mother. But he hates his mark and is determined to choose a different path for himself. So, on the annual New Year's Eve celebration, where Emblemites throw their wishes into a bonfire in the hopes of having them granted, Tor wishes for a different power.The next morning Tor wakes up to discover a new marking on his skin...the symbol of a curse that has shortened his lifeline, giving him only a week before an untimely death. There is only one way to break the curse, and it requires a trip to the notorious Night Witch.With only his village's terrifying, ancient stories as a guide, and his two friends Engle and Melda by his side, Tor must travel across unpredictable Emblem Island, filled with wicked creatures he only knows through myths, in a race against his dwindling lifeline.You'll love Curse of the Night Witch if you're looking for:Multicultural books for children (especially Latinx books)Stories based on fascinating mythologyYour next favorite fantasy series"Debut author Aster takes inspiration from Colombian folklore to craft a rousing series opener that's both fast-paced and thrilling. As her protagonists face off against a host of horrors, they learn the value of friendship and explore the possibility of changing one's fate in a world where destiny is predetermined."-Publishers Weekly, STARRED review"Worthy of every magical ounce."-Kirkus Reviews, STARRED review

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Book SynopsisDiscover and inspire a new generation of loving, unique boys in this modern retelling of the classic nursery rhyme!Celebrate all the things that make boys special! Elaborating on the well-known nursery rhyme, this special story moves beyond stereotypes and encourages readers to inspire a new generation of wonderful boys! Every child is filled with boundless potential, and this empowering book encourages every little boy to feel confident in who he is and what he loves to do, loving himself inside and out.Why readers love What Little Boys Are Made Of:Filled with unique rhymes, engaging text, and sweet illustrations, perfect for read-aloudsA heartfelt graduation gift, stuffer for holiday stockings or Easter baskets, birthday present, or way to say "I love you" year-round!Parents, grandparents, caregivers, and teachers will delight in this twist on the well-known nursery rhymeIncludes a bonus list of affirmations in the back to repeat to yourself every dayWhat are little boys made of?What makes them who they are?Snips and snails and puppy dogs' tails?It's more than that by far!Little boys are dreamers with incredible ideas!Their imaginations are ever soaring,Heroes defending, lions roaring,From sea to space, always exploring.What will they think up next?

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Book SynopsisDress and accessorize all the beautiful BRIDES in this stunning My Sticker Dress-Up activity book!Children will enjoy screen-free fun with this amazing sticker book that encourages hours of unlimited imagination and play. Follow the Bride and her wedding party as they pick out dresses, flowers, and cake, and then walk down the aisle and enjoy the wedding day! An album allows children to select and save all their favorite wedding moments. With 5 pages of reusable stickers, children will love exploring their creativity by creating their own outfits, scenes, and of course-WEDDING STYLE!Contains over 350 reusable stickers for multiple dress-up optionsOutfits and accessories can be used on multiple figures, so children experience unlimited creativityThe perfect gift for bridesmaids and flower girls; also makes a wonderful birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, Easter basket stuffer, or any celebration gift

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Book SynopsisScared by vampires, werewolves or the spider in the bath? Then prepare to be spookified by SPOOKASAURUS; a charming, funny and most spooky tale, about the scariest dinosaur to ever walk the earth. When the clock strikes Halloween, Spookasaurus arms herself with her spookbag, brimming with terrifying inventions and sets off to put the spooks up the locals. Naturally, being so fabulously frightening, everything goes just as she expected, or at least it was going as expected, until she tries to spook a dinosaur unlike any she's spooked before... Written by the award-winning advertising duo - James & Amy, Spookasaurus is their very first book, to go into bookshops. They are yet to win a picture book award, but their mums have read Spookasaurus and they think it's brilliant, which is after all, what's most important.

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Book SynopsisMarcus Atkinson is a super swimmer (not!). But his dad is convinced that Marcus has magic in his arms and legs. Marcus is a Maths whiz who is not good at sport. His dad is a self-help author who thinks Marcus can achieve anything he sets his mind to...with hilarious results. In illustrated diary format, Marcus's gentle, satiric humour and comic drawings will have readers laughing out loud while learning a surprising amount about sport. For ages 7 to 11

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Book SynopsisFrances is in a new house in a new neighbourhood and going to a new school, but no amount of new can make her forget the old, sad secret dragging at her heart. Not the pictures of bacteria that she draws with painstaking precision, not even Picasso, the puppy with the long soft ears and the cute black circle like a target on his bottom. Then Frances meets Kit, the tall, quiet boy with the two-coloured eyes. Kit is a real artist. His coloured pencils fill page after page of exercise books. He sees wonder in the rocks and ferns and sky. Though Kit has worries of his own.But when secrets are spilled, Frances's life turns grey and drab. Not even Picasso's wet nose can brighten her up. Frances and Kit will need to face the truth of their pasts to find colour in their world again. After all, don't the most brilliant sunsets need a cloudy sky?A beautiful novel about finding the remarkable in the ordinary and celebrating the wonder of every day, from the award-winning author of Borrowed Light. 'Marvellous, mind-opening, and deeply moving. The best book yet from this irresistible author.' Morris Gleitzman 'A beautifully written novel that encompasses such big things ... Frances, Kit and Picasso will stay with me for quite a while.' Karen Foxlee 'I loved this book with my whole heart. It's truly beautiful. And a gift to readers, young and old.' Maryam Master'Push this into the hands of anyone who loved Storm Boy or Lenny's Book of Everything.' Books+PublishingTrade Review'Marvellous, mind-opening, and deeply moving. The best book yet from this irresistible author.' Morris Gleitzman, author of Once'A beautifully written novel that encompasses such big things ... Frances, Kit and Picasso will stay with me for quite a while.' Karen Foxlee, author of Lenny's Book of Everything'I loved this book with my whole heart. It's truly beautiful. And a gift to readers, young and old.' Maryam Master, author of Exit Through the Gift Shop'Richly observed and laden with vocabulary and metaphor that will delight teachers and students alike ... Push this into the hands of anyone who loved Storm Boy or Lenny's Book of Everything.' Books+Publishing

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Book SynopsisSelected as one of the Best Young Adult Books for 2023 - Readings BooksThe thought comes to me: This is how I die. Dally is going to lose control and crash us into a pole or a house and we will be killed on impact. The justice system characterises Jamie Langton as a 'danger to society', but he's just an Aboriginal kid, trying to find his way through adolescence. Jamie lives in Dalton's Bay with Aunty Dawn and Uncle Bobby. He spends his downtime hanging out with his mates, Dally and Lenny. Mark Cassidy and his white mates - the Footy Heads - take every opportunity they can to bully Jamie and his friends. On Lenny's last night in town before moving to Sydney, after another episode of racist harassment, Jamie, Dally and Lenny decide to retaliate by vandalising Mark Cassidy's car. And when they discover the keys are in the ignition... Dally changes the plan. Soon they are all in Mark Cassidy's stolen car cruising through town, aiming to take it for a quick spin, then dump it. But it's a bad plan. And as a consequence, Jamie ends up in the youth justice system where he must find a way to mend his relationships with himself, his friends, his family and his future.'A lightning bolt to the soul. The Boy from the Mish announces a bold, necessary new talent.' WILL KOSTAKISTrade Review'What a revelation this young writer is. He is doing something no other male First Nations novelist has attempted: the YA Blak queer genre that is a glimpse into another world view, at once confronting yet heartwarming.' - Australian Book Review'It takes only a handful of pages to get drawn into Jamie's world as he confronts complicated feelings around buried resentment, racism and the realisation that life is about second chances. Lonesborough has created a cast of fully rounded characters exploring extremely heavy themes with hope and humour.' - Francis Atkinson, Sydney Morning Herald'We Didn't Think It Through is a beautifully raw and eye-opening coming of age novel about a boy trying to navigate a world that isn't fair or kind, but that is ours.' - Reading Time

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Book SynopsisThis is the story of Robert Falcon Scott's Terra Nova expedition and the memorable characters, who with a band of shaggy ponies and savage dogs, followed a man they trusted into the unknown. Battling storms at sea, impenetrable pack ice, man-eating whales, crevasses, blizzards, bad food, extreme temperatures, and equal measures of hunger, agony and snow blindness, the team pushes on against all odds. But will the weather hold? Will their rations be adequate? How will they know when they get there? And who invited the Norwegians? Into the White will leave you on the edge of your seat, hoping against hope that Scott and his men just might survive their Antarctic ordeal and live to tell the tale.

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Book SynopsisChildren will laugh out loud at this silly illustrated book where animals teach people a lesson about respect for nature. After all the campers and hikers return to the city at the end of summer, a group of animals from the forest decide to pay them a visit. When Raccoon, Moose, Bear, Otter and their friends arrive in the big city, everyone is so excited to see them that they shout and run away with joy. The animals have a fun-filled day rampaging through the city and learning about human customs, until some new friends with large nets give them a ride back home.Featuring humorous and charming illustrations, City Day will make young readers laugh while educating them about the importance of treating animals' wilderness home with care and respect.

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Book SynopsisReal, compulsive and intense: Cat Clarke is the queen of emotional suspense. For fans of Paula Hawkins, Gillian Flynn, Megan Abbott and Jandy Nelson.Jem Halliday is in love with her gay best friend. Not exactly ideal, but she's learning to live with it. Then the unspeakable happens. Kai is outed online ... and he kills himself. Jem knows nothing she can say or do will bring him back. But she wants to know who was responsible. And she wants to take them down. A searing story of love, revenge and betrayal from a bestselling author.Trade ReviewAn emotional page-turner * Teen Now magazine *Perfect and heart breaking at the same time ... A brilliant read * Overflowing Library *Most definitely Cat Clarke's best novel yet * Serendipity Reviews *An utterly gripping tale and rips into those dark places inside us all where revenge blooms and I defy you not to gasp and be jolted out of your seat as you read it * Sister Spooky *Undone is what contemporary YA should be: gritty, thought-provoking and emotionally involving. Brilliant. * So Many Books, So Little Time *We laughed and we cried, but MAN were we not expecting the explosive conclusion * Sugarscape *A powerful novel, but Clarke uses enough humour to make sure that it's never relentlessly bleak * Bookbag *A searing story of love, revenge and betrayal * U magazine *Simply put, Undone is astounding ... It's just brilliant * Writing from the Tub *Incredible - pure and simple * Writing from the Tub on Cat Clarke *Undoubtedly one of the most exciting and talented YA writers in Britain * Library Mice on Cat Clarke *I wholly, unabashedly and completely recommend this book * Inis Magazine on Cat Clarke *Clarke...succeeds brilliantly, thanks to the reality of the characters and the depth of the emotion * The Scotsman on Cat Clarke *Moving, thought provoking and utterly gripping from start to finish * Mizz on Cat Clarke *Clarke excels at genuine page-turners and I read this in one greedy sitting * The Bookseller on Cat Clarke *

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Book SynopsisReal, compulsive and intense: Cat Clarke is the queen of emotional suspense. For fans of Paula Hawkins, Gillian Flynn, Megan Abbott and Jandy Nelson.Can love survive the ultimate betrayal? A compelling story of love and identity from a bestselling author.When Alex meets Kate the attraction is instant. Alex is funny, good-looking, and a little shy - everything that Kate wants in a boyfriend. Alex can't help falling for Kate, who is pretty, charming and maybe just a little naive... But one of them is hiding an unbelievable secret, and as their love blossoms, it threatens to ruin not just their relationship, but their lives...Trade ReviewAll in all a perfect YA novel which blew me away from the start, had me gripped until the end and left me in emotional tatters * Good Reads *A realistic, gritty novel of growing as a person, of loving a person of acceptance and one that will stick with you even after the last page! * Studio Reads *The best yet from the consistently great Cat Clarke, this is a stunning story of a relationship with a secret at the heart of it * Book Bag *Clarke excels at genuine page-turners with a heart of darkness and I read this in one greedy sitting. * The Bookseller *A satsifying and...all-too-credible thriller * Inis *Undoubtedly one of the most exciting and talented YA writers in Britain * Library Mice on Cat Clarke *I wholly, unabashedly and completely recommend this book * Inis Magazine on Cat Clarke *Clarke...succeeds brilliantly, thanks to the reality of the characters and the depth of the emotion * The Scotsman on Cat Clarke *Moving, thought provoking and utterly gripping from start to finish * Mizz on Cat Clarke *

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Book SynopsisA gripping historical tale set during World War One. Orphans Bert and Frank are sent as cheap labour to the colonies in Australia, but are separated before they arrive. When the Great War calls on ANZAC soldiers to raid Gallipoli, will the brothers find each other? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 9+ A gripping historical tale based on a tragic episode of World War One. Bert and his little brother Frank are orphans. Determined to stay together, tragedy strikes when they are transported out of the country to serve as cheap labour in the British colonies and end up separated; Bert to Australia and Frank to New Zealand. Years pass. As the Great War dawns in Europe, the ANZACs send their soldiers to storm Gallipoli, but can the battlefield also serve as a reunion for the two brothers? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 9+

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Book SynopsisA lively and compelling novel published to mark the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death. Brilliantly illustrated throughout and jam-packed with quizzes, art tasks and other fun activities to spark a love of Shakespeare in young readers. Young Toby lives on his wits. An orphan and a street-child, he navigates Jacobean London like an old hand. Meanwhile the city has lost its charm for Will Shakespeare, the playwright from Stratford. Beset by troubles personal and professional and suffering from writer's block, he has grown to hate the drama business. But when Toby stumbles into the Globe, the boy's energy and enthusiasm remind Will of the magic that first inspired his love of the theatre, and the two set to work on a new entertainment for The Tempest.

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Book SynopsisFootball meets fantasy in the final title of Tom Palmer's phenomenal Wings trilogy. High-end production includes perforated jacket-flaps with plane models to cut out, assemble and collect. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+ Sisters Maddie and Jess are new to the football school. They bicker all the time, they never agree and they constantly try to score points against one another. Steve and Esther are keen to get the girls working together, and it's an uphill struggle. But the airfield has other ideas…Maddie and Jess wake up in twin Typhoon fighters and must learn to cover each other's backs. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+

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Book SynopsisWitty, lively and full of fun, this cat-and-mouse tale from a former Children’s Laureate is sure to delight young readers with clever twists and the satisfying defeat of one terrifying cat. Once there was a very fierce cat. Not just fierce: totally, terrifyingly, stupendously fierce. Everyone was afraid of this cat. Her name was Dread and everyone dreaded Dread Cat. But then Dread Cat started to run out of luck catching mice. She hadn't caught any for ages. So she announced that she was giving up chasing mice and promised to never again hunt another mouse. The war was over. But was it really? Witty, lively and full of fun, this cat-and-mouse tale from a former Children's Laureate is sure to delight young readers with clever twists and the satisfying defeat of one terrifying cat. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.Trade Review"[Rosen's] use of language is simple but effective, with more challening and interesting adjectives thrown in occasionally that lift the story, adding to its character. Nicola O'Byrne's accompanying illustrations and the design of the book all add to its reader-friendliness, as do the jokes and puzzle inside the end flaps" – English 4-11 Magazine "An enjoyable and useful book to have in any primary classrooom as well as library" – School Librarian Journal, Vol. 65 "Children will love the devious Dread Cat and cheer when he finally gets his comeuppance!" – The School Run, Blog "Suspenseful and tautly crafted. Filled with rhythm, wit and vigour, it reads well aloud, using repetition and alliteration to great effect" – Books for Keeps "A rollickingly good cat-and-mouse chase that is face-paced and filled with tension" – Toppsta review

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