Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisMercedes Ron is a New York Times bestselling Argentinian writer who found her success on Wattpad, where she has more than 644k followers. She currently resides in Spain and studies Audiovisual Communication at the University of Seville. Her dream is to write and sing. The first she has already done.

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Book SynopsisA new adventure series set in the Land of Stories universe from the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author, Chris Colfer, perfect for new and old fans! For fans of The School for Good and Evil and Pages & Co.When Brystal Evergreen stumbles across a secret section of the library, she discovers a book that introduces her to a world beyond her imagination and learns the impossible: she is a fairy capable of magic! But in the oppressive Southern Kingdom, women are forbidden from reading and magic is outlawed, so Brystal is swiftly convicted of her crimes and sent to the miserable Bootstrap Correctional Facility.But with the help of the mysterious Madame Weatherberry, Brystal is whisked away and enrolled in an academy of magic! Adventure comes with a price, however, and when Madame Weatherberry is called away to attend to an important problem, she doesn't return.Do Brystal and her classmates have what it takes to stop a sinister plot that risks the fate of the world, and magic, forever?Fall in love with an all-new series from Chris Colfer, the no.1 New York Times bestselling author of the Land of Stories series, filled with adventure, imagination, and magic.

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Book Synopsis'One of the greatest achievements in comedy. A work of staggering genius' – David WalliamsGorgeous 42nd Anniversary gift edition of Douglas Adams's pop-culture classic, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, stunningly illustrated throughout by Costa Award-winner Chris Riddell. It's an ordinary Thursday lunchtime for Arthur Dent until his house gets demolished. The Earth follows shortly afterwards to make way for a new hyperspace express route, and Arthur's best friend has just announced that he's an alien. At this moment, they're hurtling through space with nothing but their towels and a book inscribed in large, friendly letters: DON'T PANIC.The book is The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and the weekend has only just begun . . .Douglas Adams's mega-selling pop-culture classic sends logic into orbit, plays havoc with physics and twists time, but most importantly it's very, very funny.Trade ReviewOne of the greatest achievements in comedy. A work of staggering genius -- David Walliams, author of The Boy in the Dress, Gangsta Granny and Billionaire BoyI haven’t known many geniuses in my life. Some brilliantly smart people, but only a tiny handful would I class as geniuses. I would class Douglas, because he saw things differently, and he was capable of communicating the way he saw things, and once he explained things the way he saw them, it was almost impossible to see them the way you used to see them -- Neil Gaiman, author of Good Omens, Stardust and American GodsPacked with that unique energy, all barmy and bristling and bold . . . above all, it dares to be silly. Fiercely, beautifully silly -- Russell T. Davies, writer and producer of Doctor WhoReally entertaining and fun -- Michael Palin, broadcaster and comedian (Monty Python)Fizzing with ideas . . . brilliant -- Charlie Brooker, writer and producer of Black MirrorDazzlingly inventive -- Caitlin Moran, author of How to Be a WomanThe first book that wasn't by Roald Dahl that really made me laugh -- Robert Webb, comedian and author of How Not To Be a BoyWeird and wonderful -- Eoin Colfer, author of the Artemis Fowl seriesIt changed by whole life. It's literally out of this world -- Tom Baker, actor (Doctor Who)Fans of the book will love revisiting the hilarious tale that plays havoc with physics and time, while new readers (and even older children) will enjoy experiencing it for the first time, complete with complementary illustrations that fit the madcap story perfectly. * BBC Science Focus *It’s easy to see why this book is a culture phenomenon – it’s weird, witty and extremely loveable. * Jodie Reads Books *

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A thrilling ghost story from the author of the popular Football Academy series. Three boys decide to spend the night in an abandoned football stadium, but they're in for a shock as buried secrets come back to haunt them. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers of 12+ A thrilling ghost story from the author of the popular Football Academy series. Lucas, Irfan and Jack want to mark the beginning of their summer holidays in style! Tricking their parents with a camping cover story, the boys sneak into the old abandoned football stadium to spend the night. Are the rumours about it being haunted true? They're about to find out – Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers of 12+

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Book SynopsisLulu Whifferton-Rear is back and undercover at Mole HQ, to discover and thwart their villainous schemes. It'll require courage, confidence and a cunning disguise (covering her badger stripes with treacle and sticking her whiskers down with tape), as Lulu once again has to . . . SAVE THE WORLD!

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Book SynopsisNew from the author of the acclaimed You Think You Know Me. A powerful new voice. The GuardianA story of shared blood and bad blood, endings and beginnings... Safiya has struggled to pick up the pieces of her family since her dad left them and moved to Somalia. She refuses to trust in love, despite wishing she could fall for boy-next-door Yusuf... And then her dad moves back to town with his new family, shattering her life all over again. Halima doesn't want to move to England. She resents her stepdad for dropping her in a strange new life with a new language to learn - replacing her friends with bullies who set out to shame her. When the girls are thrown together at school, it's hate at first sight. But as they uncover life-changing secrets from their parents' past, they begin to realize...What if the key to all their problems lies in their sisterhood?

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Book SynopsisTHE HUNGER GAMES as you''ve never seen it before -- in a remarkable illustrated edition.Even at the age of sixteen, Katniss Everdeen knows it takes hard work, keen observation, and inner fortitude to survive in the world. Her home, District 12, is under the merciless rule of the Capitol, continually forced to pay after losing a long-ago civil war in the nation of Panem.One of the ways the Capitol keeps control is its annual Hunger Games, a televised fight to the death featuring two young tributes from each of Panem''s twelve districts. This gruesome battle is meant to send home a chilling message: Rebellion will always be punished.When Katniss finds herself within the Hunger Games arena, she knows the odds aren''t in her favor. Any wrong move will end her life -- and even the right moves come with a cost. But if she can survive, there is a chance the districts may survive as well...The Hunger Games has enthralled millions of readers in its e

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Book SynopsisPuffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every child. They are not like other rats. They work at night, in secret . . . Time is running out for Mrs Frisby, a widowed mouse with four small children. She must move her family before the farmer destroys their home. But her youngest son, Timothy, lies ill with pneumonia and is too sick to be taken on such a perilous journey.Help comes in the unexpected form of a highly extraordinary breed of super-intelligent rats. The rats of NIMH come up with a brilliant solution to Mrs Frisby''s problem but the rats are in danger too, and little by little Mrs Frisby discovers their extraordinary past . . .A thrilling fantasy adventure with heartwarming characters and some extraordinary rodents. Winner of the Newbery Medal.Trade ReviewLoyal, resourceful Mrs. Frisby . . . is the engaging heroine of this thoroughly engrossing, thought-provoking fantasy. * School Library Journal *

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Book Synopsis"Where the willow meets the water, a tadpole met a caterpillar. They gazed into each other's tiny eyes and fell in love. 'Promise me that you will never change', the caterpillar says." And foolishly, the tadpole promises. But as the seasons pass and he matures, his legs grow, and then his arms - and what happens to his beautiful rainbow friend? As he sits on his lily pad, digesting the butterfly he has just eaten, he little realises that now he will never know!Trade Review"Unforgettable." * Guardian *"I love this book so much" * Giovanna Fletcher *"Breaks the mould in form as well as content." * The Sunday Times *"Beginning with pages that open vertically instead of horizontally, this tongue-in-cheek tale takes a typical love story and sets it squarely and amusingly on end. Ross's vibrantly hued pen-and-ink and watercolour cartoons depict the edge of the pond where a caterpillar and a tadpole meet and fall in love. . . Willis strikes the perfect balance between the deadpan telling and the humorously overblown dialogue shared by the star-crossed pair, while the artwork masterfully enhances each and every nuance." * The School Library Journal *"For nourishment of grammatical and contextual awareness, a perfect book for reading aloud is Tony Ross' and Jeanne Willis' wicked little love story - Tadpole's Promise. It starts eloquently and promisingly: "Where the willow meets the water a tadpole met a caterpillar. They gazed into each other's tiny eyes... and fell in love. She was his beautiful rainbow and he was her shiny black pearl." But then the tadpole promises the caterpillar he will never change thus ensuring the most captive of reading audiences as they watch the inevitable changes that unfold. The final gasp-making twist (student teachers have shrieked!) is all the funnier for being juxtaposed against such poetic language." -- Alison Kelly * Books for Keeps *

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Book SynopsisCan you go a little faster? Can you run?Long ago, at a time in history that never happened, England was overrun with wolves. But as Bonnie and her cousin Sylvia discover, real danger often lies closer to home. Their new governess, Miss Slighcarp, doesn''t seem at all nice. She shuts Bonnie in a cupboard, fires the faithful servants and sends the cousins far away from Willoughby Chase to a place they will never be found. Can Bonnie and Sylvia outwit the wicked Miss Slighcarp and her network of criminals, forgers and snitches?BACKSTORY: Find out a few things you didn''t know about wolves and learn all about the wonderful world of the author.Trade ReviewJoan Aiken is a marvel -- Philip PullmanShe was a consummate story-teller, one that each generation discovers anew -- Amanda Craig * The Times *Dickensian in flavour ... rich in atmosphere and intrigue -- Julia Eccleshare * Guardian *A genuine small masterpiece -- TimeThrilling tale...stuffed with atmosphere, adventure, memorable characters and luxuriant Gothic prose. Any child who discovers it will fall in love, not only with Aiken’s writing, but with reading... The Wolves sequence has inspired writers from Philip Pullman to Cathryn Constable... Aiken was a genius, and her reissue deserves howls of delight -- Amanda Craig * The Times *

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the Midnight Gang! Midnight is the time when all children are fast asleep, except of course for… the Midnight Gang. That is when their adventures are just beginning…Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS:“A pleasure to read. A beguilingly funny, original and thought-provoking tale… hilarious” – Amanda Craig, The Times “I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole, Guardian “The new Roald Dahl” – Evening Standard "A triumphant mix of wit and warmth" – Telegraph Books of the Year “Ridiculously over-the-top and utterly delightful “ – Spectator "Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" – Sun “David Walliams’ children’s books are now guaranteed bestsellers… watch this fly off the shelves” – Daily Mail “Delightfully funny” – Metro

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Book SynopsisJohn Patrick Green is a human with the human job of making books about animals with human jobs, notably the smash-hit graphic novel series InvestiGators. John is definitely a multiple New York Times-bestselling human author and not just a bunch of animals in a trench coat pretending to have a human job. With over a million copies of InvestiGators in print, along with its spin-off-series Agents of S.U.I.T., John is a successful human being with only two hands and a normal amount of fur. He lives in a Brooklyn apartment that doesn't allow animals other than the ones living in his head.Christopher Hastings is a comics writer best known for creating the award-winning Adventures of Dr. McNinja and co-creating The Unbelievable Gwenpool. His other writing credits include Adventure Time, Deadpool, Quantum & Woody, and NYT-bestselling graphic novel adaptation of Five Nights at Freddy's: The Twisted Ones. Christopher also voices Frederick de Bonesby for the narrative play podcast Rude Tales of Magic.Pat Lewis is a freelance cartoonist/illustrator who lives in Pittsburgh, PA with his wife and two cats. His artwork has appeared in magazines such as Highlights for Children and Boys' Life, as well as books by Workman Publishing, Macmillan and McGraw-Hill. Some of his favorite things in this world are: flea markets, road trips, monster movies and snack-bar nachos. Oh, and drawing funny pictures for kids and adults.Trade ReviewFast, fabulous, and fantastically funny, the InvestiGators books are instant classics! -- Jamie Smart, the creator of Bunny vs Monkey, on InvestiGators.

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Book SynopsisSet in a broken, future England, where gunfights and monsters collide, this is the exciting first title in a phenomenal fantasy teen series by the bestselling children''s novelist.You won''t be able to put this down. A classic in the making. Eoin ColferPerfectly paced, beautifully written and bursting with black humour and bold ideas. Philip ReeveImaginative, original, taut and with multi-layered protagonists... A wild ride. Jo CotterillScarlett and Browne is phenomenal, unputdownable storytelling of the highest order. Piers Torday England has been radically changed by a series of catastrophes large cities have disappeared and London has been replaced by a lagoon. The surviving population exists in fortified towns where they cling to traditional ways, while strangely evolved beasts prowl the wilderness beyond. Conformity is rigidly enforced and those who fall foul of the rules are persecuted: sTrade ReviewYou won't be able to put this down. A classic in the making. -- Eoin ColferThanks to Albert's quirky likeability, Scarlett's insouciant bad-assery and the evocative setting, you soon forget the cliches and simply enjoy the ride. [...] In short, this is bleedin' brilliant from start to finish. And did we mention the giant otters? * SFX *Stroud’s writing is a treat; brilliantly crafted world building, taut action scenes, fabulous villains and witty dialogue. A wild ride indeed, and the first in a series. * The Observer (The New Review) *the incomparable Jonathan Stroudfresh and startlingAs ever with Stroud, the narrative tone is sophisticated and sardonic. * Financial Times *I’ve gone for the sheer entertainment and escapism of Jonathon Stroud’s The Outlaws Scarlett & Browne, first in a series, and the perfect tonic to January lockdown. [...]Stroud’s talent for creating astonishing yet utterly believable literary worlds is well known – and this is another triumph. This adventure – starring a pair of charismatic anti-heroes, intensely cinematic action laced with characteristically dry wit, and a mash-up genres – crammed with gun fights, monsters and shadowy government operatives. Pitched for younger teens, but I expect discerning readers of 10 and up to devour it. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisA beautiful and heart-warming dinosaur story from the author of The Bear and the Piano and Kid Christmas

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Book SynopsisAll the birds have eggs to hatch. All except Duck. But when Duck finds an egg of his own to look after he's delighted – it's the most beautiful egg in the whole world! But all the other birds think it's a very odd egg indeed – and everyone's in for a BIG surprise when it finally hatches.A board book with split pages that allow the visual jokes to unfold, The Odd Egg is another witty and lively book from award-winning creator, Emily Gravett.A beautifully illustrated and cleverly formatted tale with a surprise ending that's bound to ruffle some feathers!Trade ReviewIf you're only going to buy one book for your two-year-old, make sure it is Emily Gravett's The Odd Egg. * Daily Telegraph *Egg stories do not come much better than Emily Gravett's The Odd Egg . . . exquisitely expressive. * The Times *On no account cheat with this book! The surprise ending will delight again and again. * Guardian *A charming tale * Observer *Another triumph for Gravett * Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisHow do you save the world from monsters if no one will admit they exist?She stumbled backwards, her eyes wide, as the figure started coming out of the canvas...She tried to be brave. Well, she said, her hands only a little shaky, at least tell me what I should call you....Well, little girl, it replied, I suppose you can call me Pet. There are no more monsters anymore, or so the children in the city of Lucille are taught. With doting parents and a best friend named Redemption, Jam has grown up with this lesson all her life. But when she meets Pet, a creature made of horns and colours and claws, who emerges from one of her mother's paintings and a drop of Jam's blood, she must reconsider what she's been told. Pet has come to hunt a monster, and the shadow of something grim lurks in Redemption's house. Jam must fight not only to protect her best friend, but also to uncover the truth.In their riveting and

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Book SynopsisWhen Great-Uncle Horace brings back lost and homeless animals from his travels around the globe, it falls to Zoe, and her mum, the zoo vet, to settle them into their new home. In this first book, a tiny lion cub comes to stay at the zoo and Zoe must ask Leonard, the grumpy old lion, for his help.

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Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author Neal Shusterman comes a young adult thriller about a world where happiness is contagious but the risks of catching it may be just as dangerous as the cure. A deadly and unprecedented virus is spreading. But those who survive it experience long-term effects no one has ever seen before: utter contentment. Soon after infection, people find the stress, depression, greed, and other negative feelings that used to weigh them down are gone. More and more people begin to revel in the mass unburdening. But not everyone. People in power who depend on malcontents and prey on the insecure to sell their products know this new state of being is bad for business. Surely, without anger or jealousy as motivators, productivity will grind to a halt and the world will be thrown into chaos. Campaigns start up to convince people that being eternally happy is dangerous. The race to find a vaccine begins. Meanwhile, a growing movement of Recoverees plan ways to spread the virus as fast as they can, in the name of saving the world. It's nearly impossible to determine the truth when everyone with a platform is pushing their agenda. Three teens from very different backgrounds who've had their lives upended in very different ways find themselves at the center of a power play that could change humanity forever.

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Book SynopsisTia and her mum start an adventurous new life on Gull Haven Island, finding lots of animals who need their help along the way.Tia? s mum has a new job as the vet on Gull Haven Island and there are a lot of animals who need her help.When she? s called away to help a sickly cow on a nearby island and gets trapped there in a storm, Tia has to step up and care for the animals staying in the surgery. It? s a big responsibility and then she has to deal with a mysterious creature that washes up on the shore after the storm.Their new life on the Haven Islands is clearly going to be full of adventures!

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Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling and multi award-winning author Renée Watson comes a heartwarming and inspiring middle grade novel about finding deep roots and exploring the past, the present, and the places that make us who we are. 'Some of the places I am still getting to know, some of these places I have known all my life. All of these places made me, are making me.' All Amara wants for her birthday is to visit her father’s family in New York City – Harlem. She can’t wait to finally meet her Grandpa Earl and cousins in person, and to stay in the brownstone where her father grew up. Maybe this will help her understand her family – and herself – in a new way. But New York City is not exactly what Amara thought it would be. It’s noisy, crowded, confusing, and her cousins can be mean. Plus her father is too busy working to spend time with her and too angry to fix his relationship with Grandpa Earl. Amara can't help wondering, even if she does discover more about where she came from, will it help her know where she belongs?Trade ReviewAn important and deeply moving novel * John Green, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of THE FAULT IN OUR STARS, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *Watson, with rhythm and style, somehow gets at … the life-changing power of voice and opportunity, all wrapped up in Jade * Jason Reynolds, author of LONG WAY DOWN, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *Timely and timeless * Jacqueline Woodson, National Book Award winning author of BROWN GIRL DREAMING, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *A timely, nuanced, and unforgettable story * Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *Teeming with compassion and insight * Publishers Weekly, starred review, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *Award-winning author Renee Watson wonderfully represents and explores culture, family and identity. * Pride Magazine *This is a warm, positive story with characters who are easy to empathise with. A beautifully written and textured book about identity, family and belonging. * BookTrust *An exceptional story of a young girl’s coming of age, finding out about her roots and her own place in her family, told with economy and grace. It is both touching and thought-provoking yet never feels preachy. It packs a powerful punch. I would suggest every school should own their own copy of this book * Books for Keeps *Renée Watson’s uplifting and empowering middle grade novel is a wonderful tale of identity, family and discovering the meaning of home * Best Fiction Gifts for Book Lovers, CultureFly *[A] subtle and poignant story of a girl discovering her roots… A profound story to read at Christmas to help us reflect on our families and our heritage. * Christmas Bibliotherapy: Staff picks for 2019, Literacy Curriculum *A great book to discuss in book clubs and study in classes for characterisation and dialogue * School Reading List *A textured, warm and positive story, beautifully written and with a poetic feel * BookTrust Great Books Guide *This aspiring novel talks about life journeys and trying new things, and is packed with laughs and tears * Sadé Magazine *

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Book SynopsisNature's fury tests a brother's courage and a dog's loyalty in this Carnegie Medal winning ending to the story of the beloved brothers of the Truth of Things series.WINNER OF THE 2020 CILIP CARNEGIE MEDALThings are tense at home for Nicky and Kenny. Their mum''s coming to visit and it will be the first time they''ve seen her in years. A lot has changed since they were little and Nicky''s not so sure he''s ready to see her again.When they head for a trek across the moors to take their minds off everything, a series of unforeseen circumstances leaves the brothers in a vulnerable and very dangerous position. There might even be a chance that this time not everyone will make it home aliveParticularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 9.

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Book SynopsisThe Penguin English Library Edition of Emma by Jane Austen''I never have been in love; it is not my way, or my nature; and I do not think I ever shall''Beautiful, clever, rich - and single - Emma Woodhouse is perfectly content with her life and sees no need for either love or marriage. Nothing, however, delights her more than interfering in the romantic lives of others. But when she ignores the warnings of her good friend Mr Knightley and attempts to arrange a suitable match for her protégée Harriet Smith, her carefully laid plans soon unravel and have consequences that she never expected. With its imperfect but charming heroine and its witty and subtle exploration of relationships, Emma is often seen as Jane Austen''s most flawless work.The Penguin English Library - 100 paperbacks of the best fiction written in English, from the eighteenth century and the very first novels to the beginning of the First World War.

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Book SynopsisThe Pearl is a haunting and timeless tale of the dangers of unexpected wealth by Nobel prizewinner John Steinbeck, author of The Grapes of Wrath. It is one of The Originals from Penguin - iconic, outspoken, first.Kino is a desperately poor Mexican pearl diver. But when he finds ''The Pearl of the World'' he believes that his life will be magically transformed. Obsessed by his dreams, Kino is blind to the greed, fear and even violence the pearl arouses in his neighbours - and himself. The Originals are the pioneers of fiction for young adults. From political awakening, war and unrequited love to addiction, teenage pregnancy and nuclear holocaust, The Originals confront big issues and articulate difficult truths. The collection includes: The Outsiders - S.E. Hinton, I Capture the Castle - Dodie Smith, Postcards from No Man''s Land - Aidan Chambers, After the First Death - Robert Cormier, Dear Nobody - Berlie Doherty,

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Book SynopsisTo aid his recovery from a life-threatening illness Jordan and his family move out of the city for a healthy new start. Jordan''s getting enough funny looks as the new boy at school as it is, without his Mum giving him homemade soup every day for lunch! But when Jordan meets a homeless man called Harry, and gives him the soup, it is the start of an unlikely friendship. Soon the two of them begin giving soup to the other homeless people around town and when his sister shares their antics on Instagram the #SOUPMOVEMENT begins-they even make it on the news!Trade Review"Very funny and deeply moving, this is a lovely book for children in the early years of secondary school, with lots to chew on..." * BookTrust *"The Soup Movement is more than just the smile-inducing comfort read it first appears to be. Like any good broth, its hearty and simple flavours are the result of the complex artistry of the cook. Mirroring this, the ease and lightness with which The Soup Movement deals with serious - and, at times, dark - issues is testament to the skill of author Ben Davis..." * Sam Creighton, Just Imagine *"...a powerful and emotional book..." * Scope for Imagination *"This story is a reminder that big things around the world aren't always going great but we can make a difference on our doorstep." * Kelly Buxton, Teacher *"There is much to enjoy here for sensitive young bookworms who care deeply about social issues." * The Oxford Writer *"Good deeds, unlikely friendships, and chaotic capers guaranteed!" * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisMirabelle''s mum is a witch, her dad is a fairy, and she is a bit of both!Mirabelle and her class are going on a school trip to a magical-creature sanctuary, and Mirabelle can''t wait! Even being partnered with annoying goody-two-shoes Lavinia can''t ruin her day.But when she accidentally lets the bittens (part bat, part kitten, totally adorable, slightly fierce) out of their enclosure their day becomes a bit more complicated.Can Lavinia help Mirabelle stay out of trouble? And can Mirabelle show Lavinia that maybe some things are worth getting in trouble for. . . ?Trade Review"This story was so magical seeing all different creatures and those bat kittens were the cutest things ever... I love reading this series and I highly recommend them. They are just such fun whimsical reads, the characters are always fun, and the adventures or shenanigans they get up to are always interesting." * Joey-Susan, a papergirlapapertown blog *

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Book SynopsisA thrilling new short story collection in the number-one bestselling, award-winning Murder Most Unladylike series. Featuring six marvellous mini-mysteries, including four original, brand-new and never-seen-before stories:The Case of the Second Scream: set aboard the ship carrying Daisy and Hazel back from Hong KongThe Case of the Uninvited Guest: Uncle Felix and Aunt Lucy''s wedding is the target for an unlikely threatThe Hound of Weston School: the Junior Pinkertons investigate a mysterious arrival The Case of the Deadly Flat: introducing Hazel''s little sister May, who''s determined to be the greatest spy everThe Case of the Missing Treasure: the detectives crack fiendish codes to catch a daring thief who is targeting London''s famous museumsThe Case of the Drowned Pearl: murder follows the Detective Society wherever they go, even on holiday... The perfect book for all Detective Society fans and avid readers of the Murder Most Unladylike series.Praise for Murder Most Unladylike''Ripping good fun'' The Times''Plotting is what sets this book apart'' Telegraph''Enormous fun'' Irish Times ''A skilful blend of golden era crime novel and boarding school romp . . . Top class'' Financial Times ''I absolutely loved it'' Susie DayTrade ReviewFew series can maintain the thrills and pace over nine books, but Stevens has done so with aplomb . . . Fiendishly clever plotting, a gorgeous Egyptian backdrop, a startling denouement and romance for both our heroines. A triumphant finale for a much-loved series * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisSequel to the New York Times-bestselling The Swifts - a gleeful gothic mystery perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket and Robin Stevens.Shenanigan Swift hates burglars . . .So when the famous criminal gang Ouvolpo target Swift House and swap a valuable painting for an exploding inflatable bird, Shenanigan sets off in pursuit, determined to make them payThe trail leads to Paris, home of her eccentric French cousins, the Martinets. The two sides of the Family have been squabbling for centuries, but when a body is discovered at the scene of Ouvolpo''s latest robbery, the quarrelsome cousins must join forces to solve the mysteryDid Ouvolpo kill hotel caretaker Bernard? Why is Uncle Maelstrom wearing an earring again? And what does it all have to do with a disappearing clownCan Shenanigan uncover the answers and set right a century-old injustice? Or will she be left adrift as her Family pulls itself apart?The Swifts won the 2023 Nero Children's Fiction Award and the Barnes & Noble Children''s Book Award, and was nominated for the Carnegie Medal.

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Book SynopsisDr Jess French is a keen conservationist, TV presenter, author, and qualified vet. She is known for her show on CBeebies, called 'Minibeast Adventure with Jess'. She has written seven books for DK: The Book of Brilliant Bugs, Earth's Incredible Oceans, What a Waste, Protect the Planet, It's a Wonderful World, Pets and their People, and The Animal Body Book, which explore the importance of protecting our planet, and how taking little actions today will make a big difference to the future.

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Book SynopsisWhen Great-Uncle Horace brings back lost and homeless animals from his travels, it falls to Zoe and her mum, the zoo's vet, to settle them into their new home. This suits Zoe perfectly, because she can talk to animals! But that's a secret! A little snow leopard doesn't want to be a big brother. Can Zoe show him how lucky he is?

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Book SynopsisAnnie Booker is a Carlisle-based author and illustrator with a love for wildlife and passion for protecting endangered species. Her interest in illustration was nurtured by her aunt who was also a wildlife painter. After graduating from the University of West England, she lived in Bristol and went on to win the Batsford Prize People's Choice Award 2022 for The Great Bear as well as a commendation in the Macmillan Prize 2022. She is in training as a bird ringer with the British Ornithology Trust and documents her experiences on Instagram. She lives in Carlisle.

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Book Synopsis*Over 140 million copies sold worldwide *Good for reluctant readers due to illustrative typeset *Educational edge as books contain facts about various places *Activity packs available to accompany certain titles*More fun and games online at www.geronimostilton.com/UKTrade Review"This is a fun-filled, early chapter book with cute new illustrations." - MD Walker, Netgalley

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Book SynopsisAn illustrated adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic Sherlock Holmes mystery – at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! Also includes a QR code for the free audiobook! You should write about the case of the Devil’s Foot. I am sure your readers would love to hear about the day we almost died. Holmes All Watson wants is a nice quiet holiday with Holmes, but that’s not what he’s getting. When Brenda Tregennis is found dead at her dinner table, with no clues as to how or why, all eyes turn to the detective duo to solve the mystery. With deadly experiments, lethal poisons and a suspicious explorer to deal with, there’s no time for relaxation!

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Book SynopsisThrilling, tautly-written, pulls you right in and keeps you there! Plus: bonus trickster god! Louie Stowell, author of LokiA fast-paced, first-class debut with action scenes that will leave you breathless and characters who will have you cheering. I loved it! A.F. Steadman, author of the Skandar seriesDiscover a fierce and fun story of one boy versus six gods, from a magical new voice in children's fiction... Kayode dreams of eating the forbidden fruit of the Orishas, so he can gain the power of the gods and stop them terrorizing his people. So when a fruit mysteriously appears in his path after the Orishas snatch his sister, he leaps on it. Surging with new and difficult-to-control powers, he joins forces with a shapeshifting trickster god and a vengeful princess to save his sister and put an end to the mighty Orishas. But each has more fearful powers than the last - and Kayode's stolen half-god strength won't last for ever...

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Book SynopsisJoin the hilarious and incredible adventure of a seed that turns into a tree, then into a book . . . THIS book!

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Book SynopsisA page-turning adventure, bringing Jules Verne's classic Around the World in Eighty Days to life for young readers with a thrilling new twist. You must take every day, every hour, every minute one tick at a time. It is 1872 and, when Maggie Appleton's beloved mother dies, she is left with nothing but a letter for a mysterious stranger called Passepartout. With nowhere else to turn, Maggie seeks out Passepartout and, in doing so, is drawn into an adventure beyond her wildest dreams. Together with Passepartout's employer, the enigmatic Mr Phileas Fogg, Maggie journeys to Italy, India, Hong Kong, Japan and America, in a daring race against time to win the wager Mr Fogg has accepted. But with a bank robber on the loose, an angry Inspector on their tail and unread secrets in her mother's letter, Maggie soon discovers that there is much more at stake than keeping on schedule to win the bet. Who can she really trust - and will she ever find out where she truly belongs?A timeless adventure of travel, treachery and trust, perfect for fans of Katherine Rundell and Emma Carroll.

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Book Synopsis15 five-minute bedtime stories about nocturnal animals around the world, inspired by real science

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