Children & Teen Fiction Books
Little Tiger Press Group Solve Your Own Mystery: The Time Thief
Book SynopsisOne puzzling mystery. Several slippery suspects. Endless possibilities! Welcome to Haventry, a town where the ordinary and extraordinary collide! With ghosts, werewolves and zombies living side by side, trouble is always brewing. And when a fiendish crime is committed, YOU are the detective in charge of the case. The Museum of Magical Objects and Precious Stones is putting on a special time-travelling showcase, but when the main exhibit is stolen, it’s up to YOU to find the thief. The Time Sponge has the ability to stop and start time for whoever squeezes it, so who has the strongest motive? The minotaur chief of police who has a lot on at work or the shoplifting band of mermaids? Should you trail the museum’s petrifying gorgon curator? Or could your very own yeti partner be responsible? YOU decide! With hundreds of paths to choose from and no dead ends, you’ll solve the mystery every time! A fantastically imaginative detective story for readers looking for an interactive adventure.
£6.99
Scholastic US Lallys Game Five Nights at Freddys Tales from the
Book SynopsisFive Nights at Freddy''s fans won''t want to miss this collection of three chilling stories that will haunt even the bravest FNAF player...Some secrets are better left hidden . . . A forbidden artifact from her fiancé's past beckons to Selena. Jessica leads a double-life from her friends and coworkers in the children's wing of a hospital. Maya can't resist the temptation to explore an off-limits area of Freddy Fazbear's Mega Pizzaplex. But in the world of Five Nights at Freddy''s, everything comes with a price to pay.In this first volume, Five Nights at Freddy''s creator Scott Cawthon spins three sinister novella-length tales from uncharted corners of his series'' canon.Readers beware: This collection of terrifying tales is enough to rattle even the most hardened Five Nights at Freddy''s fans.
£8.54
Simon & Schuster Out of My Heart
Book SynopsisA New York Times bestseller! Melody faces her fears to follow her passion in this stunning sequel to the acclaimed, New York Times bestselling middle grade novel Out of My Mind.Melody, the huge-hearted heroine of Out of My Mind, is a year older, and a year braver. And now with her Medi-talker, she feels nothing’s out of her reach, not even summer camp. There have to be camps for differently-abled kids like her, and she’s going to sleuth one out. A place where she can trek through a forest, fly on a zip line, and even ride on a horse! A place where maybe she really can finally make a real friend, make her own decisions, and even do things on her own—the dream! By the light of flickering campfires and the power of thunderstorms, through the terror of unexpected creatures in cabins and the first sparkle of a crush, Melody’s about to discover how brave and strong she really is.
£8.54
Scholastic Race to Fire Mountain
Book SynopsisDESTINY IS CALLING... When Jarell sits in the seat at the barbershophe is transported into another world. One where HE is the herothey need.
£6.99
Simon & Schuster Ltd Supertato The Great Eggscape
Book SynopsisAn irresistibly chocolate-y caper starring Supertato and the Evil Pea! It's night-time in the supermarket and SOMEONE has stolen ALL the chocolate eggs! Never fear! Supertato and the veggies have a plan to get them back. It's EGGciting, it's EGGcellent, but will it also be...foiled?! There's only one way to find out!Other titles in the Supertato series by Sue Hendra & Paul Linnet:Supertato Supertato: Veggies Assemble Supertato: Run, Veggies, Run! Supertato: Evil Pea Rules Supertato: Veggies in the Valley of Doom Supertato: Carnival Catastro-pea! Supertato: Bubbly Troubly! Supertato: Night of the Living Veg Supertato: The Great Eggscape! Supertato: Presents Jack and the Beanstalk Supertato: Mean Green Time MachineAlso by Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet:Barry the Fish with Fingers Norman the Slug with t
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Pan Macmillan What the Ladybird Heard: A Push, Pull and Slide
Book SynopsisPush, pull and slide the moving mechanisms to follow the ladybird and all the animals on the farm in this brilliant board book based on the bestselling classic picture book What the Ladybird Heard.When the little spotty ladybird hears Lanky Len and Hefty Hugh's plan to steal the fine prize cow, she makes a clever plan, and all the animals join in to help stop the thieves! Move the push, pull and slide mechanisms on every spread to join in too and bring the story to life.With a short, simple rhyming text based on the original story, What the Ladybird Heard: A Push, Pull and Slide Book is the perfect introduction for preschoolers to the What the Ladybird Heard series by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, and a great gift for little fans of the bestselling picture book.
£6.99
Faber & Faber Ballerina Dreams
Book SynopsisOne windy day, a magazine blew down the road. I reached out and caught it. A pretty picture of a woman was on the front cover of the magazine. She wore a short pink dress that stuck out around her in a circle. She looked very happy.At the age of three, Michaela DePrince found a photo of a ballerina that changed her life. She was living in an orphanage in Sierra Leone at the time, but was soon adopted by a family and brought to America. Michaela never forgot the photo of the dancer she once saw, and decided to make her dream of becoming a ballerina come true. She has been dancing ever since, and after a spell as a principal dancer in New York, now dances for the Dutch National Ballet in Amsterdam.Beautifully and gently illustrated by Ella Okstad, Ballerina Dreams is the younger-reader edition of Michaela DePrince''s highly moving memoir, Hope in a Ballet Shoe.
£7.59
Scholastic Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of
Book SynopsisProfessor Pippy P. (Pee-Pee) Poopypants is a brilliant scientist, but his ridiculous name means no one takes his fantastic inventions seriously. And now he's on the rampage! He's armed with fiendish inventions Shrinky-Pig 2000 and the terrible Gerbil Jogger 2000. Can Captain Underpants stop him?
£6.99
Andrews McMeel Publishing Big Nate Silent But Deadly
Book SynopsisMiddle school is a breeding ground for mischief and dreaming big for Big Nate and his pals! NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR! Everyone’s favorite sixth grader is back for more misadventures, and Big Nate: Silent But Deadly smells like a winner! Whether he’s showing the ropes to a detention rookie, campaigning for the Student of the Month Award, or writing hilarious movie reviews for The Weekly Bugle, Nate Wright never fails to make his mark at P.S. 38. But middle school’s no bed of roses. In fact, sometimes it just plain stinks. Just ask the Great Nose-ini! Nate’s alter ego with a sense for scents can smell trouble a mile away . . . or at the very next desk. Was that you, Gina? Join Nate and the gang for nonstop laughs in this latest collection of Big Nate comics!
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Stick Dog
Book SynopsisMeet Stick Dog a new breed of hero. In his first adventure, Stick Dog and his friends embark on an epic quest to steal a hamburger. With hilarious illustrations and pitch-perfect humour, Stick Dog is a must-have for fans of WIMPY KID, BIG NATE and DOG MAN.Stick Dog and his friends, Mutt, Stripes, Karen and Poo-Poo have caught the scent of hamburgers and what hungry stray could resist that lovely meaty waft? All they have to do is follow the smell, find the barbecue and eat the hamburgers. But it's not as easy as it sounds. The dogs need a Master Plan' and they're not short of ideas. They're just short of ideas that aren't ridiculous, or dangerous, or just very very silly.With hilarious artwork, and an adorable four-legged hero, the story of Stick Dog's quest for a delicious dinner is destined to be Top Dog.More STICK DOG adventures coming soon.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR STICK DOG: "With hilarious illustrations and an adorable four-legged friend, the story of Stick Dog and his quest for a delicious dinner is destined to be top dog." – Liverpool Echo “This story made us laugh hard enough to blow milk out of our noses!” – Jack, 7 and Freddy, 10 “Stick Dog you are really funny!” – Nicole, 10
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Death on the Nile
Book SynopsisCollins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners.Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. NowCollins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These readers have been carefully adapted using the Collins COBUILD grading scheme to ensure that the language is at the correct level for an intermediate learner. This book is Level 3 in the Collins ELT Readers series. Level 3 is equivalent to CEF level B1 with a word count of 11,000 20,000 words.Each book includes: Full reading of the adapted version available for free online Helpful notes on characters Cultural and historical notes relevant to the plot A glossary of the more difficult words Free online resources for students and teachers atwww.collinselt.com/readersThe plot:Poirot is supposed to be on a relaxing holiday in Egypt, but soon finds himself caught in the middle of a confusing murder.The obvious suspect has an alibi, and not a
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Feiwel and Friends Most Ardently A Pride Prejudice Remix
Book SynopsisA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!In the Remixed Classics series, authors from marginalized backgrounds reinterpret classic works through their own cultural lens to subvert the overwhelming cishet, white, and male canon. This bittersweet Pride & Prejudice remix follows a trans boy yearning for the freedom to live openly, centering queerness in a well-known story of longing and subverting society's patriarchal and cisheteronormative expectations.London, 1812. Oliver Bennet feels trapped. Not just by the endless corsets, petticoats and skirts he''s forced to wear on a daily basis, but also by society''s expectations. The worldand the vast majority of his family and friendsthink Oliver is a girl named Elizabeth. He is therefore expected to mingle at balls wearing a pretty dress, entertain suitors regardless of his interest in them, and ultimately become someone''s wife.But Oliver can''t bear the thought of such a fate. He finds solace in th
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Phoenix International Publications, Incorporated World of Eric Carle: If You're Happy and You Know
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Hachette Children's Group Summoner The Inquisition
Book SynopsisONE BOY''S POWER TO SUMMON DEMONS WILL CHANGE THE FATE OF AN EMPIRE ...More demons, epic battles, and fights to the death: introducing the unmissable next instalment in the New York Times bestselling Summoner Trilogy...On trial for a crime he did not commit, Fletcher must face the Inquisition who will decide his future - the process is gruelling, lead by those who will do anything to see him suffer and haunted by ghosts from the past with clues to Fletcher''s tragic origins. But Fletcher has little time to dwell on these new revelations when the king announces a deadly challenge to the graduating students at Vocans. One that involves entering Orc territory to complete a risky mission. With loyal demons by their sides, commoners and nobles, dwarves and elves must overcome barriers of class and race and work together to triumph. The reward: a fortune in gold, the safety of an empire and PEACE.With the entire empire watching, Fletcher hTrade ReviewAbsolutely amazing! -- Shaun McGrath, Broughton High * Teen Titles *Absolutely amazing! -- Shaun McGrath, Broughton High * Teen Titles *
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Andrews McMeel Publishing Big Nate Revenge of the Cream Puffs
Book SynopsisIt's one, two, three strikes, you're out, as the Cream Puffs seek sweet revenge!Here come the Cream Puffs! Nate and his baseball team, saddled with the most embarrassing moniker in Little League history, want to show the world they’re not just a bunch of cupcakes. But it won’t be easy. Their opponents mock them. The local sports section misprints Nate’s name—THREE TIMES. And now, on the day of the big game, illness and injuries have the team facing a crushing defeat . . . unless the unlikeliest Cream Puff of all can come in from the bullpen and save the day. With a softhearted pitcher who channels his inner panda, a vengeful girlfriend who swings for the fences, and a healthy dose of Nate Wright mojo, the Cream Puffs just might have what it takes to stage an epic comeback. So grab a glove, smear on some eyeblack, and get in the game. You don’t want to miss a single moment of Revenge of the Cream Puffs
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Pan Macmillan Forever
Book SynopsisAfter decades in print, Forever remains a brave, honest account of first love, first sex and first heartbreak. From Judy Blume, author of Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.Katherine and Michael met at a party. The attraction was instant, and pretty soon they were seeing each other. This is love, and love is forever – right?When Katherine's parents make them spend the summer apart, forever begins to feel like an awfully long time . . .A book ahead of its time, Forever is a classic bestseller from an award-winning author.
£8.54
Penguin Books Canada Ltd The Night Diary
Book SynopsisA 2019 NEWBERY HONOR BOOKA gripping, nuanced story of the human cost of conflict appropriate for both children and adults. -Kirkus, starred reviewIn the vein of Inside Out and Back Again and The War That Saved My Life comes a poignant, personal, and hopeful tale of India's partition, and of one girl's journey to find a new home in a divided countryIt's 1947, and India, newly independent of British rule, has been separated into two countries: Pakistan and India. The divide has created much tension between Hindus and Muslims, and hundre
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone Book 1
Book SynopsisJoin Harry Potter as he sets out on the magical journey of a lifetime in this large print edition of the first book in J.K. Rowling's multi-award-winning series.Harry Potter has never even heard of Hogwarts when the letters start dropping on the doormat at number four, Privet Drive. Addressed in green ink on yellowish parchment with a purple seal, they are swiftly confiscated by his grisly aunt and uncle. Then, on Harry's eleventh birthday, a great beetle-eyed giant of a man called Rubeus Hagrid bursts in with some astonishing news: Harry Potter is a wizard, and he has a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. An incredible adventure is about to begin!J.K. Rowling's internationally bestselling Harry Potter books continue to captivate new generations of readers. Harry's first adventure alongside his friends, Ron and Hermione, will whisk you away to Hogwarts, an enchanted, turreted castle filled with disappearing staircases, pearly-white ghosts and magical paintings t
£21.25
HarperCollins Publishers 20000 Leagues Under The Sea
Book SynopsisHarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics.''The sea is everything. It covers seven tenths of the terrestrial globe. Its breath is pure and healthy. It is an immense desert, where man is never lonely, for he feels life stirring on all sides.''Scientist Pierre Aronnax and his colleagues set out on an expedition to find a strange sea monster and are captured by the infamous and charismatic Captain Nemo and taken abroad the Nautilus submarine as his prisoners. As they travel the world''s oceans, they become embroiled in adventures and events beyond their wildest dreams. Visionary in its outlook, Vern''s 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is a legendary science fiction masterpiece.
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Dark That Hides Us
Book SynopsisLight. Darkness. Power. Magic. The Children of the Elements are back in the epic sequel to the instant bestseller, The Light That Blinds Us. Alexis, Demi, Blaise and Caeli lie in wait as the Haven prepares for the Battle of Stonehenge: a fight for light over darkness, good over evil. And Mortem fast approaches, threatening to engulf all in shadow. As the night wears on, secrets are spilled and truths come to light. The world is not all that it seems and there might be a little darkness, lurking just below the surface, within us all . . . Dive back into the fantasy world that masterfully intertwines themes of mental health and the bonds of found family. Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Legendborn, from TikTok and BookTok star @andydarcytheo. Praise for The Light That Blinds Us: ‘Loved it from start to finish, was hooked all the way.’ ‘This book deserves to be read b
£9.49
Bonnier Books Ltd Hour of the Pumpkin Queen
Book SynopsisReturn to the world of Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas in this long-awaited sequel to the New York Times bestseller Long Live the Pumpkin Queen!IS SALLY'S TIME AS PUMPKIN QUEEN RUNNING OUT?It's been a year since Sally was crowned Queen of Halloween Town and royalty is taking its toll. Torn between her noble duties and her wish of uniting the citizens across the Hinterlands, she's stretched at the seams and feeling unsure of her future. When a potion demonstration goes wrong, Sally tumbles through a mysterious portal with her new rag doll apprentice Luna. Finding themselves in Time Town, they discover that someone has tampered with the clock that controls Halloween Town and unless they find the culprit they will remain trapped in the new realm, unable to return to the present-day of her hometown. Can Sally uncover the truth and return to Halloween Town to reunite with Jack before time runs out?
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Pearson Education Limited The Handmaids Tale
Book SynopsisOne of a series of top-quality fiction for schools, this is the story of Offred, one of the few women in the Republic of Gilead left with functioning ovaries, whose only function it is to breed. If she deviates, she will be hanged as a dissenter. But Offred is determined to find a way out.
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Walker Books Ltd Montgomery Bonbon Sabotage at Sea
Book SynopsisThe world''s greatest detective is back in the fourth instalment in a brilliantly clever, funny and highly illustrated murder mystery series.Shenanigans are once again afoot in the town of Widdlington, and this time they''re on board the Dreadnowt a galleon ship that's set to host a fireworks display for the town. Bonnie Montgomery and Grampa Banks are on board as guests, but just after sundown, a fog rolls in and a terrible cry is heard over the crash of the waves. Captain Valancourt stumbles out of the mist, dripping wet and covered in red welts, the like of which a sea monster would leave behind, and is soon pronounced dead by the doctor on board.The crowd is shocked, and Bonnie''s fishy-o-meter is off the charts. While Inspector Sands takes over as captain, Bonnie transforms into Montgomery Bonbon, and it's not long before she's laid anchor on her prime suspects.Can Montgomery Bonbon solve the crime of the ancient mariner?
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HarperCollins Publishers SUNSET
Book SynopsisIn the exciting second Warriors story arc, the wild cats of the forest have lived in peace and harmony for many moonsbut new prophecies from their warrior ancestors speak of a mysterious destiny and grave danger for the clans. The final title in this thrilling feline fantasy adventure.Soon after the cats reached their new home by the lake, ThunderClan''s medicine cat Leafpool received an ominous warning from StarClan: Before there is peace, blood will spill blood, and the lake will run red. As the Clan slowly recovers from a devastating badger attack, Leafpool can''t help but wonder do her prophetic dreams mean there are even worse dangers still in store for the warrior cats?At the same time, shadows of the past continue to haunt the forest as some old friends struggle to find their place, others appear to be lost forever, and an old enemy finds a new way to resurface in a quest for dark revenge. A sinister path is unfolding, and the time is coming for certain warriors to make the choices that will determine their destiny . . . and the destiny of all the Clans.Trade ReviewPraise for Warriors: "Brilliantly written by someone who knows what children like to read. Inspired." The Gateway "Another fabulous book in the excellent series… plenty of twists and turns. Any 9 to13 year old should have these books!" Kidaround “Certain to please any young reader who has ever wondered what dreams of grandeur may haunt the family cat.” Publishers Weekly “Warriors: Into The Wild is the best book I've read in ages. It's really exciting… Even better than Brian Jaques’ Redwall. I can't wait for the next one!” John Wood (age 12) “Characters remain true to their feline natures, adding to the plausibility of events in this tension-filled story. Readers will be happy to learn that another episode is in the works.” Booklist “Another dynamic episode sure to please series fans.” Booklist
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The Story of Heidi
Book SynopsisJohanna Spyri's Heidi is beautifully retold, following the exploits of the orphaned girl sent to live in the Alps with her grumpy grandfather. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence, with clear, engaging text and stunning original illustrations.Trade Review'Irresistible for children learning to read' - Child Education Plus; 'The Usborne Young Reading Program has a lovely selection of classic tales adapted for younger readers. Graded in seven levels, these have just enough stretch in them and yet are not too overwhelming' - The Irish Sunday Independent; 'Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme' - Julia Eccleshare
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Scholastic The Bookshop Girl
Book SynopsisProperty Jones loves living in a bookshop, but she's hiding a whopperof a secret ......... she can't actually read! When Property'sfamily win The Montgomery Book Emporium in a surprise raffle,Property's life is turned upside down. But will her secret come out?
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The Perfect Pet
Book SynopsisPart of the Usborne Very First Reading series specially developed in consultation with literacy experts to help children learn to read, this title helps children to read together with adults, allowing the children to gradually take a greater share of the story to achieve confident, independent reading.Trade ReviewThank you, Usborne, for producing a series of books that really work, that see story and content as important as skill level, and are genuinely engaging for children (and adults- I’m having a great time too!) Thank you for teaching my daughter to read. * Rhino Reads *
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Pan Macmillan Superfudge
Book SynopsisSuperfudge is the third book in the hilarious, outrageous Fudge series from the iconic Judy Blume.Peter Hatcher's little brother, Fudge, is four. And he's as monstrous as ever!When Fudge discovers that his new baby sister can't play with him, he tries to sell her. When that doesn't work, he tries giving her away. And on his first day at school he kicks his teacher and calls her Rat Face. Can his big brother help him out this time?Start the series with Tales of Fourth Grade Nothing or continue the chaos with Fudge-a-Mania and Double Fudge.Trade ReviewWarm and funny, the five novels about family and school life are brilliantly written and a must for young readers. Expect to hear laughter! * Your Cotswold Family *
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Scholastic US The Bobbiedots Conclusion Five Nights at Freddys
Book SynopsisFive Nights at Freddy''s fans won''t want to miss this collection of three chilling stories that will haunt even the bravest player...Would you ever cut corners to get what you want? . . . Outsourcing their storytelling to artificial intelligence comes with unintended results for the executives of the Fazbear Entertainment board of directors. . . Tony's search for the player behind the impossibly high scores at the Pizzaplex Fazcade leads him down a rabbit hole with no way out . . . And Abe's journey to find the first generation animatronics causing problem for his Bobbiedot home assistants lead him to believe he should have never moved into his new apartment . . . In the world of Five Nights at Freddy''s sometimes a shortcut can lead to a dead end. . .In this fifth volume, Five Nights at Freddy''s creator Scott Cawthon spins three sinister novella-length tales from uncharted corners of his series'' canon.Readers beware: This collection of
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HarperCollins Publishers The Runaway Bunny A gorgeous illustrated
Book SynopsisThis book is packed with beautiful images and reassuring words as a mother bunny tells her baby bunny how much she loves him.The Runaway Bunny, first published in 1942, has indeed become a classic picture book. Generations of readers have fallen in love with the gentle magic of its reassuring words and loving pictures. This beautiful new edition will be loved and shared by families for years to come.The genius of this book lies in its touching simplicity. It belies the depth and power of its message Emma Thompson.Trade Review“The genius of this book lies in its touching simplicity. It belies the depth and power of its message” Emma Thompson
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Hawthorn Press When Findus Was Little and Disappeared
Book SynopsisFarmer Pettson sat doing the crossword, with Findus the cat on his knee. "Tell me about when I disappeared," said Findus. "You haven''t disappeared," said Pettson, "you''re sitting right here." "Yes, but ? when I was little." "Oh then ...But you''ve heard the story so often before." "But tell it to me anyway!" So here is the story of when Findus was little and disappeared.
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Gecko Press The Noisy Book
Book SynopsisOver 1 million copies sold worldwide. A guaranteed-to-please book for toddlers that’s best shared loudly! The wolf goes aaooooo. The owl goes hoo hoo. The monkey goes oo oo oo. The cuckoo goes cuckoo. The power outlet says NO! With over 100 pages, and impossible to read badly, this unique and sturdy boardbook is full of bright, bold illustrations and lots of noises to make together. From animals to transport to kisses. This addictive read aloud baby book will have babies and toddlers giggling and roaring and woofing and croaking with every read. Full of read aloud surprises and unpredictable fun, this is the perfect gift for baby showers, new babies or toddler birthdays. “You could really inject your personality in the words and have fun with the sounds” The GuardianTrade Review"This celebration of sound is epic in its scope and delightful in its execution… Clever and raucous fun." -- Starred Review, Publishers Weekly (US)"A brilliant book for very young tots, simple illustrations and large font make this fun and easy to read." -- The Evening Standard, Best Picture Books for Children"You could really inject your personality in the words and have fun with the sounds." -- The Guardian
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Scholastic US Wings of Fire The Hidden Kingdom bw
Book Synopsis The WINGS OF FIRE saga continues!Deep in the rain forest, danger awaits...Glory knows the dragon world is wrong about her tribe. After all, she isn''t as lazy as a RainWing -- she isn''t lazy at all! Maybe she wasn''t meant to be one of the dragonets of destiny, as the older dragons constantly remind her, but Glory is sharp and her venom is deadly... except, of course, no one knows it.When the dragonets seek shelter in the rain forest, Glory is devastated to find that the treetops are full of RainWings that no dragon could ever call dangerous. They nap all day and know nothing of the rest of Pyrrhia. Worst of all, they don''t realize -- or care -- that RainWings are going missing from their beautiful forest. But Glory and the dragonets are determined to find the missing dragons, even if it drags the peaceful RainWing kingdom where they never wanted to be -- in the middle of the war.
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Hachette Children's Group Summoner The Battlemage
Book SynopsisONE BOY''S POWER TO SUMMON DEMONS WILL CHANGE THE FATE OF AN EMPIRE ...The epic conclusion to the fantasy trilogy described as ''Harry Potter meets Lord of the Rings meets Pokemon''. After the thrilling cliffhanger at the end of book two, we rejoin Fletcher and his friends in the ether, where they must undertake a mortally dangerous quest all the while avoiding capture by enemies and facing foes more terrifying than anything they have yet encountered. But this is nothing compared to what truly lies ahead for Fletcher, as his nemesis, albino orc Khan, is on a mission to destroy Hominum and everything and everyone that Fletcher loves. Epic battles, dramatic revelations and breathtaking drama await in the third book in the New York Times bestselling Summoner series.BONUS MATERIAL: Find out more about Demons in an illustrated DEMONOLOGY - exclusive to this paperback edition.''Friendship, loyalty, magic and politTrade ReviewThe Battlemage is an epically brilliant conclusion to a trilogy that has been imaginative, original, vivid and full of action and adventure. * Reality's a Bore Blog *The Battlemage is an epically brilliant conclusion to a trilogy that has been imaginative, original, vivid and full of action and adventure. * Reality's a Bore Blog *You are in for a runaway and epic demon battle thrill. -- Conor McLellan, teen reviewer * Teen Titles *You are in for a runaway and epic demon battle thrill. -- Conor McLellan, teen reviewer * Teen Titles *
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Stories of Mermaids
Book SynopsisThree original mermaid tales for children who are just beginning to learn how to read. Meet a scheming mermaid lurking to sabotage the Great Seahorse Race, a mermaid on a journey to the spooky Pirates' Graveyard and a mermaid who just loves to dance! Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.Trade ReviewA collection of three stories, each of which gives a cheery insight into the lives of mermaids... These mermaids could be little girls anywhere the world over. * The Guardian *
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Scholastic Captain Underpants and the Revolting Revenge of
Book SynopsisYikes! George and Harold have been turned into evil zombie nerds,robotic pants are running riot - and the Captain no longer existsto save the day!
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Scholastic When Cucumber Lost His Cool PB
Book SynopsisKevin the cucumber is so cool - everybody knows it!Whenever anyone gets hot and bothered, Kevin is always there to coolthem down. He even has his own super cool cucumber song. But when Kevin starts to feel like his friends are leaving him out,something happens that has never happened before: Kevin. Loses. His. Cool!
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Bonnier Books Ltd Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Disney Animated
Book SynopsisA retelling of Disney Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, accompanied by art from the original Disney Studio artists. Collect the whole Animated Classics series! This beautiful hardback features premium cloth binding, a ribbon marker to match the cover, gold foil stamping and illustrated endpapers, making this the perfect gift for all those who have been enchanted by the magic of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and a book to be treasured by all.A family favourite for over eighty years, Disney Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is one of the best-loved films of all time. Relive the magic through this retelling of the classic animated film, accompanied by paintings, sketches and concept art from the original Disney Studio artists. Also featured is a foreword by Eric Goldberg, a supervising animator and director at the Walt Disney Animation Studios. Turn to the back of the book to learn more about the artists who worked on this iconic animated film.Trade ReviewMost Disney fans would be able to tell you the stories of 'The Little Mermaid,' 'Sleeping Beauty,' and 'Snow White' according to the Walt Disney Animation Studios - they've become so ingrained in the public consciousness. These beautiful new hardback editions offer new insights into these animated classics.As well as retelling these beloved stories, the books contain a wealth of paintings, sketches and concept art from the original Disney Studio artists.It was fascinating to see how characters developed from the first sketches to finished articles and to learn about the artists who created them in a special section at the end of the book.I am sure that fans of the Disney films would be absolutely thrilled to have one of these special hardback editions for their book collections, and they would make a great gift for younger fans to keep and enjoy as they grow up. * Library Girl and Book Boy *
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Andrews McMeel Publishing Diary of an 8Bit Warrior Forging Destiny
Book SynopsisMinecraft meets Diary of a Wimpy Kid in book 6 of the very popular 8-Bit Warrior series.
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Andersen Press Ltd Jumanji
Book SynopsisJumanji is the picture book that inspired a movie franchise, by the creator of bestselling The Polar Express: Caldecott Medal winning Chris Van Allsburg. When Peter and Judy start to play a mysterious board game, they have no idea they're about to be sucked into a whole new world of adventure and danger, of hungry lions and devastating jungle storms... but the game cannot finish until one of the players reaches The Golden City. Discover the original picture book that inspired Jumanji (1995), the family classic movie starring Robin Williams and Kirsten Dunst, Zathura: A Space Adventure (2005), and later Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017), and Jumanji: the Next Level (2019) starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan.Trade Review"Jumanji is recognised as a picture book classic, deserving of a place on every child’s bookshelf" -- Andrea Reece * Lovereading4Kids, Book of the Month November 2017 *
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HarperCollins Publishers The Twelve Days of Dash and Lily The sequel to
Book SynopsisSoon to be a major NETFLIX series!''After reading this I wanted to read it all over again'' Zoe Sugg aka Zoella.This glorious collaboration from the New York Times bestselling authors of Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist was personally selected by Zoella for the ZoellaBook Club. A teen romance set against the magical backdrop of New York City in December. It is the ultimate Christmas book.Dash and Lily have been dating for nearly a year, but when Lily's beloved grandfather falls ill, the repercussions take their toll on everyone. Even though they are still together, somehow the magic has gone out of their relationship and it's clear that Lily has fallen out of love with life.Action must be taken! Dash teams up with Lily's brother and a host of their friends, who have just twelve days to get Lily's groove back in time for Christmas.A warm, wintry read that is guaranteed to be a favourite Christmas book for many years to come.Look out for David and Rachel's other young adult novels: Nick
£999.99
Andersen Press Ltd Troll Stinks!
Book SynopsisBilly Goat and his best friend Cyril are messing about with the farmer's mobile phone, taking selfies and playing games... until they discover the number for a troll. Grandpa Gruff says all trolls are bad, so Billy and Cyril decide to get their own back by sending mean messages. After all, trolls really do stink! Don't they?Trade Review"Wise and funny" -- Amanda Craig * New Statesman *"It’s as witty as Belloc and as much fun to read aloud, and children will absolutely understand the moral of the story too. Brilliant!" -- Andrea Reece * Lovereading4Kids *"Imaginations will go wild with this funny tale about some very unusual animals!" -- Hazel Holmes * Askews & Holts Library Services *"Filled with fun, pathos and drama" * MinervaReads *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Ghostly Game
Book SynopsisAlone in the house one night, four friends make up a ghost story. It''s all fun and games until the messages start to appear. And as the shadows get darker and the ghost looms closer, soon come the accidents...The Ghostly Game is a spine-tingling tale of haunting messages and the possibility that ghosts may be very, very real.Bloomsbury High Low books encourage and support reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers, those with dyslexia, or those with English as an additional language. Printed on tinted paper with a dyslexia friendly font, The Ghostly Game is aimed at readers aged 11+ and has a manageable length (88 pages) and reading age (9+).Produced in association with reading experts at Catch Up, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.
£8.16
Hot Key Books Spellslinger 5 Queenslayer
Book SynopsisJust before he's put before the Queen to be executed, Kellen is given a strange piece of advice from one of his fellow prisoners: kill the Queen and he'll be given clemency by those who take power.
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Pan Macmillan On the Way Home
Book SynopsisFilled with a little girl's inventive stories, On the Way Home is by Jill Murphy, the author and illustrator of the bestselling Peace at Last and Whatever Next!Claire has hurt her knee so she sets off home to tell her mum all about it. On the way she meets her friends and tells them how the fall happened. But just how did it happen . . .? Was she dropped by a wolf, a slithering snake, an enormous dragon or a hairy gorilla?!On the Way Home is a fantastic journey of the imagination that every small child who tells the occasional tall tale will relate to! A bestselling classic that has been delighting readers for forty years.
£7.59
Pan Macmillan Jack and the Flumflum Tree
Book SynopsisSet sail with Jack for an adventure on the high seas in this wondrous story from the stellar picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and David Roberts.Jack's Granny is sick with a bad case of the moozles! And the only cure is the fruit of the flumflum tree which grows on the faraway Isle of Blowyernose. It's a perilous journey, but Jack bravely sets sail with a motley crew of three and a large patchwork sack that Granny has filled with an odd assortment of items from chewing gum to tent pegs. But what use will they be against hungry sharks, a leaky boat and a thieving monkey?Jack and the Flumflum Tree is a fantastic, action-packed rhyming adventure from Julia Donaldson, bestselling author of The Gruffalo, with richly detailed illustrations from award-winning illustrator David Roberts. Enjoy these other stories from Julia Donaldson and David Roberts: Tyrannosaurus Drip, The Troll, The Flying Bath and The Cook and the King.Trade Reviewfunny, appealing and imaginative * Booktrust *had my twin baby boys clapping their hands in merriment * Daily Telegraph *
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Pan Macmillan Charlie Cook's Favourite Book
Book SynopsisCelebrate the joy of books with the entertaining Charlie Cook's Favourite Book, from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. Charlie Cook is reading a book about a pirate captain, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading about a knight, who is reading about a frog . . . From kings and queens to aliens and ghosts, there's something for everyone in Charlie's amazing book of adventure! This handy board book format is perfect for younger readers. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans! Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle and A Squash and a Squeeze.
£7.59
Little Tiger Press Group Wranglestone
Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 COSTA BOOK AWARD SELECTED BY THE TIMES AND OBSERVER AS ONE OF THEIR BEST BOOKS OF 2020 Winter was the only season every Lake-Lander feared… In a post-apocalyptic America, a community survives in a national park, surrounded by water that keeps the Dead at bay. But when winter comes, there’s nothing to stop them from crossing the ice. Then homebody Peter puts the camp in danger by naively allowing a stranger to come ashore and he’s forced to leave the community of Wranglestone. Now he must help rancher Cooper, the boy he’s always watched from afar, herd the Dead from their shores before the lake freezes over. But as love blossoms, a dark discovery reveals the sanctuary’s secret past. One that forces the pair to question everything they’ve ever known. An action-packed and thought-provoking debut, for fans of Patrick Ness, Marcus Sedgwick, DREAD NATION and The Walking Dead. 'Fresh and compelling and totally immersive.' – Sunday Irish Independent ‘A bucolic, intimate twist on the zombie/post-apocalyptic story... It's impressive how Darren has combined the pace, thrills, and gore you expect from zombie fiction with a genuinely tender romance.’ – David Owen, author of GRIEF ANGELS ‘Thrilling zombie epic meets gorgeous gay love story. The world-building is deft, the writing poetic … this is very special! Properly scary and properly heart-warming.’ – William Hussey, author of HIDEOUS BEAUTY 'A complete treasure of a book – page-turning, stunning writing, an extraordinary setting and with a gorgeous love story at its heart.' – Lisa Heathfield, author of I AM NOT A NUMBERTrade Review‘Thrilling zombie epic meets gorgeous gay love story. The world-building is deft, the writing poetic … this is very special! Properly scary and properly heart-warming.’ -- William Hussey, author of HIDEOUS BEAUTY'A complete treasure of a book - page-turning, stunning writing, an extraordinary setting and with a gorgeous love story at its heart. I loved it.’ -- Lisa Heathfield, author of I AM NOT A NUMBER'Fresh and chilling and totally immersive.' -- Sunday Irish Independent‘A bucolic, intimate twist on the zombie/post-apocalyptic story... It's impressive how Darren has combined the pace, thrills, and gore you expect from zombie fiction with a genuinely tender romance.’ -- David Owen, author of GRIEF ANGELS"Chilling, atmospheric, and beautifully written, Wranglestone is a thrilling apocalyptic tale with a tender love story at its heart.' -- Gabriel Dylan, author of WHITEOUT'Darren Charlton is Annie Proulx after dark. Enveloping and sharp.’ -- Rachel Delahaye, author‘A brilliant new take on zombies with a chilling setting and a truth long buried, WRANGLESTONE had me gripped from the very first page and swept me up in its romance-filled snowstorm of zombies and secrets. I'd highly recommend this to zombie lovers and non-zombie lovers alike!’ -- Jamie-Lee Turner, Foyles
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