Children & Teen Fiction Books
Idea & Design Works Sonic The Hedgehog: Sonic & Tails: Best Buds
Book SynopsisCan''t wait to see the best friends ever meet on the big screen? Get ready by reading their greatest adventures in this must-have comic collection!Sonic the Hedgehog and Miles "Tails" Prower. Best friends through thick and thin, they''ve always got each other''s backs. Celebrate the terrific twosome with these three high-speed, high-flying tales full of action and adrenaline.First, Dr. Eggman is missing, but his rogue robots are still running amok, and only Sonic can stop them. But he can''t do it without Tails! Then, the best buds are trying to take a break, but something stinks. Looks like baddies can have best friends too! And finally, Tails and Sonic explore an abandoned Eggman base, but they''re not alone! Can they trust the intruder? No worries. If thirty years of friendship has proven anything, it''s that they''ll be fine as long as they''ve got each other!Collects Sonic The Hedgehog issues #1, 13, 34, and 35.
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group The Midnight Club as seen on Netflix
Book SynopsisDeath is a rite of passage. A group of terminally ill teenagers meet to tell stories of life beyond the grave, in this gripping YA horror story, coming to Netflix soon.In a hospice for teens the friends meet every night to share spine-chilling stories. Some are invented, some true. The strangest are a mixture of the two.The club members make a pact - whichever of them dies first will try to contact the others from beyond the grave. The most incredible of their stories is about to begin . . .Classic YA horror from the author of The Last Vampire, coming to Netflix soon.
£7.59
Scholastic All The Pieces of Me
Book SynopsisYear 9 can be tough for everyone, but for Tally it feels even tougher. Make-up, boys, social media, GCSE prep - why is everythingstarting to feel so different?Tally has always known that being autistic means some things areharder for her than other people. But becoming a teenager has leftTally feeling like she has no idea who she is anymore.
£7.59
Abrams Once Bitten Twice Dead A Monster High YA Novel
Book SynopsisGet your spook on with the classic Monster High characters—the ghouls that started it all—while they hit up their old haunts in this all-new, original YA novel starring Draculaura, set in the world of Mattel’s Monster High, and written by author Tiffany Schmidt When a horrific loss throws Monster High into a state of grave upheaval, Draculaura and the other ghouls find themselves coping in different ways. Cleo and her family sense opportunity in the mayhem, grasping at control and leaving the rest of the ghouls’ loyalties divided. For her part, the chaos at school is making Draculaura sick. She feels more exhausted by the day, and she finds escape only by slipping away to the cemetery to pore over her mom’s old journals. It’s there that she meets Poe, a handsome human harboring some darkness of his own. Soon Draculaura finds herself caught in an impossible web of lies. If her ghoulfriends find out s
£12.59
Sweet Cherry Publishing The American Classics Childrens Collection Easy
Book SynopsisA 10-book box set of great American classics - adapted and illustrated editions at an easy-to-read level for young readers!
£52.42
HarperCollins Publishers The Day My Family Disappeared
Book SynopsisHome Alone meets Adrian Mole in this hilarious madcap adventure from bestselling author Jo Simmons. Home Alone meets Adrian Mole in this hilarious madcap adventure from the bestselling author of I Swapped My Brother on the Internet. Bob Bunyon is fed up. In a family full of artists and performers, he’s the one with no talent, the one bypassed by the creativity gene – and his four siblings just won’t let him forget it. Finally sick of being taunted for being so "normal”, Bob wishes that his family would all just disappear, but he doesn’t really expect his wish to come true! When he wakes the next day to find everyone gone, Bob’s initial delight quickly turns to worry. Does he have supernatural powers? Is he the only survivor of a zombie apocalypse or an alien invasion? Gathering all his courage, and employing survival skills learned from TV endurance shows, Bob sets out to find his missing family …Trade Review"Will delight fans of funny fiction and adventure stories … A perfect story for fans of the Tom Gates series by Liz Pichon and The World of Norm series by Jonathan Meres" – Emma Suffield, librarian "Very funny … a great story which wastes no time in hooking the reader in" – BookTrust Book of the Day "Fun on every page… Family really does come first in this riotous romp of search for survival" – Lancashire Evening Post "Readers will laugh out loud at [Bob's] attempts at survival. He's not exactly Bear Grylls and life in the wild (with sheep) is almost more than he can handle" – Scope for the Imagination "Loaded with LOLs right from the get-go, Bob’s well-meaning but surely-won’t-come-true wish brings about Operation Find My Family and a riotous escapade through the woods and across the fields" – A Word About Books
£6.99
Simon & Schuster Ltd Sorcery of Thorns
Book SynopsisFrom the internationally bestselling author of An Enchantment of Ravens comes a breathtaking fantasy story of magic, power and slow-burning love. This is the perfect read for fans of Cassandra Clare, Sarah J. Maas's A COURT OF THORNS AND ROSES series, and Holly Black!'A bewitching gem . . . I absolutely loved every moment of this story'– Stephanie Garber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Caraval seriesALL SORCERERS ARE EVIL . . .Elisabeth has known that for as long as she can remember. Raised in one of Austermeer’s Great Libraries, Elisabeth has grown up among magical grimoires that, if provoked, transform into grotesque monsters of ink and leather.When the library’s most dangerous grimoire is released, Elisabeth is blamed. With no one to turn to but her sworn enemy, the sorcerer Nathaniel Thorn, she finds
£9.49
Swift Press Three Tales of My Father's Dragon
Book Synopsis
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Imogen Obviously From the bestselling author of
Book SynopsisThe sensational new novel from Becky Albertalli, best-selling author of Simon vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda.Imogen may be hopelessly heterosexual, but she's got the World's Greatest Ally title locked down. And when she visits her best friend, Lili, at college who is newly-out, newly-graduated, and newly thriving, with a cool new squad of queer college friends, no one knows that Imogen's a raging hetero not even Lili's best friend, Tessa.Of course, the more time Imogen spends with chaotic, freckle-faced Tessa, the more she starts to wonder if her truth was ever all that straight to begin withWith an irresistible cast of characters, hugely funny and empathetic writing, and all of Becky Albertalli''s trademark warmth and wit, Imogen, Obviously beautifully explores the nuances of sexuality, identity, and friendship perfect for fans of Alice Oseman and Adam Silvera.
£8.54
Scholastic Reggie Houser Has the Power
Book SynopsisA boy discovers he has incredible talent for mind control - he's a junior Derren Brown! - but will it solve all his problems or just get him into deep trouble?
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Mary Poppins
Book SynopsisDiscover the joy and wonder of Mary Poppins in the classic adventures!The original and classic story available now in all-new luxurious livery.When the East Wind blows Mary Poppins into the home of the banks children, their lives go topsy-turvy and are changed forever.More than eighty years since we first met Mary Poppins, this original, classic story is still charming readers and transporting new fans into the mysterious world of everyone's favourite magical nanny.
£7.59
Pan Macmillan Racing Legends Lewis Hamilton
Book SynopsisMaurice Hamilton, the award-winning author of more than thirty books about motor sport including the Racing Legends series, has attended over 500 Grands Prix around the world. He has been a commentator on F1 races for BBC Radio 5 Live for twenty years, and has written about F1 for newspapers and magazines worldwide for decades.Combining her love of comics with a passion for social equality, Cat Sims has pursued her dream career as an artist and illustrator for the past decade. She has worked on a huge range of commercial and personal projects for clients including The New Yorker, Jacobin, Adidas, BBC and many more.
£6.99
Scholastic US BSCG 14 Staceys Mistake
Book SynopsisA Baby-sitters Club graphic novel adapted by National Book Award longlister and Eisner-nominated cartoonist Ellen T. Crenshaw!Stacey is so excited! Her friends from The Baby-sitters Club are coming to New York City for a long weekend. It''s going to be perfect -- a party and a sleepover on Friday night, a big baby-sitting job on Saturday, and lots of sightseeing throughout.But it turns out that the baby-sitters are way out of place in the big city. Mary Anne sounds like a walking guidebook, Dawn is afraid of everything, Kristy can''t keep her mouth shut, Claudia is jealous of Laine -- Stacey''s New York best friend -- and Mallory and Jessi feel intimidated by Stacey''s classmates. With ten kids to baby-sit and a full schedule of activities, how will Stacey keep the weekend from becoming a complete disaster?
£8.99
Simon & Schuster Ltd Skandar and the Chaos Trials
Book Synopsis
£11.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Big Cheese
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewFrom curds to riches, from meltdown to uplift—this multicourse romp delivers. — Kirkus Reviews In their latest installment of “The Food Group” series, the dynamic duo introduces children to the complex emotions of pride and humility in one cheese-tastic package! A must purchase. — School Library Journal (starred review) This funny, warm picture book reminds little readers of the benefits of taking successes in stride and in listening to others. — Common Sense Media
£7.59
Faber & Faber Peng and Spanners
Book SynopsisMeet your new favourite superheroes, a the sarcastic penguin and a clever cat with a toolbelt. Join Peng and Spanners as they investigate the craziest pizza mystery ever. A new graphic novel, perfect for fans of Dogman, Barry Loser and Bunny vs Monkey.When the school pizza parlour disappears and a giant robot suddenly appears, Pengtastic and Spanners know that only they can help the headmaster find his parlour before the school inspectors arrive and shut him down. There''s just one massive pesky robot to defeat, Cinderella the caretaker, who roars about rules and an incredible jail break to get out of first.Kids love Peng!I thought Peng was a really brainless character. He made me laugh with the things that he said.I thought it's really cool because they said really funny things in the story.i have now read this book 4 times in one week and every time I laugh out loud at the hilarious jokes. The story is very exciting and the pictures are fantastic. The cabbage and custard pizza is a bit wierd , but I like it .5.0 out of 5 stars Crazy My 9 year [old] loved this5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant comic novel for my 7 yr old Got this at a school event. My son read it in two sittings and loved it. Recommended for any kid who likes Bunny vs Monkey. It is funny and has a good story.
£9.49
Faber & Faber Infinity Alchemist
Book SynopsisSwoony romance meets epic fantasy as Ash Wood racesto find the legendary Book of Source - the debut YAfantasy from the bestselling and award-winning KacenCallender.Trade Review'Definitely not a book to be missed.' Felix Ever After, Buzzfeed'A firecracker of a book. Teens need this one.' Felix Ever After, CaseyMcQuiston, bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue'A hilarious and bold love story for the ages.' Lark and Kasim Start aRevolution, Mason Deaver, bestselling author of I Wish You All the Best
£8.54
Chiltern Publishing The Scarlet Letter
Book Synopsis
£17.00
Simon & Schuster Ltd Curious Tides
Book Synopsis
£9.49
Rebellion Publishing Ltd. The Soccer Diaries Book 2 Rockys Big Move
Book SynopsisRocky proves that girls can be tough. She is a brilliant role model for girls and boys alike. - Kate Heap, A Scope for Imagination. Fourteen, hard as nails and magic on the pitch, Rocky Race is one of the best up and coming young footballers in the UK. But does she have what it takes to make it as a soccer pro in California?Rocky Race is going for goal - but what about her grades? Rocky Race is living the dream: she''s won a scholarship to a prestigious high school in Los Angeles, where she gets to play soccer and train for going pro. She''s got an amazing best friend, and a supportive mum and brother back home in the UK. But living away from home isn''t easy, and fitting in with American kids in high school is scary and new. Not to mention she has to keep her grades up if she wants to stay on the pitch! Will Rocky survive high school? The exciting sequel in The Soccer Diaries series starring Rocky Race, a British footballer looking
£8.99
Andersen Press Ltd Godfather Death
Book SynopsisA soul-stirring reimagined Grimm tale by award-winning author Sally Nicholls and hauntingly illustrated by Júlia Sardà which will spellbind and thrill readers of all ages. When a poor fisherman chooses Death to be godfather to his son, he’s sure he’s made a good choice – for surely there’s no man more honest than Death? At the christening, Death gives the fisherman a gift that seems at first to be the key to the family’s fortune, but when greed overcomes the fisherman, he learns that nobody can truly cheat Death . . .
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Clydeo Takes a Bite Out of Life
Book Synopsis
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers An Elephant in the Garden
Book SynopsisAn epic story of determination and love, about one family's escape from the Allied bombing of Dresden in the Second World WarCaptivating' TelegraphIt's 1945, and the bombing of Dresden is imminent. Before the bombs start to fall, Lizzie's zookeeper mother brings home the one animal she can't bear to lose: Marlene, the elephant.When Lizzie and her family join the thousands of other refugees fleeing the city, they end up with more than one unusual companion . . .Trade Review‘Its text punctuated by lovely, fluid ink and wash illustrations by Michael Foreman, it deserves a prominent place on school library bookshelves and, if there is any justice in the world, in bookshops’ Guardian ‘A thrilling and moving new novel about an extraordinary animal caught up in a very human war, for anyone who loved The Amazing Story of Adolphus Tips or The Butterfly Lion!’ Waterstones ‘For readers aged eight and over, this captivating novel offers an insight into how Hitler came to power, refracted through the gaze of the young narrator’ Telegraph ‘Following the stage success of War Horse, Michael Morpurgo returns with another gem in his animals in war series, An Elephant in the Garden’ Telegraph
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers I Was Born for This
Book Synopsis
£9.49
UCLan Publishing The Octopus, Dadu and Me
Book SynopsisFACT: Octopuses have three hearts. FACT: Octopuses have BEAKS, like BIRDS. FACT: The octopus at the aquarium is psychic! Sashi feels like she has three hearts and they're all breaking. She's losing her beloved Dadu to dementia, and her parents don't even want her to visit him any more. She hides from her grief in the aquarium, and that's where she meets Ian. Like her Dadu, Ian is trapped. Like her Dadu, Ian should be at home with his family. And then Ian tells her he's in danger and only she can help him escape. Except Ian just happens to be an octopus...
£7.59
Usborne Publishing Ltd The Eternal Ones
Book SynopsisThe unmissable finale to New York Times bestselling YA fantasy series THE GILDED ONES, set in an ancient West African-inspired world and perfect for fans of CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE and BLACK PANTHER. Deka is a goddess-in-waiting with the potential to save her people from the brutal ancient goddesses who terrorize her kingdom of Otera. But first she must find the source of her divine power - and if the Gilded Ones find it before she does, they will drain her power and tear Otera apart. Alongside her army of friends, Deka faces the hardest battle of her life - not just with the goddesses but with her own doubts. What if becoming a goddess makes her as evil as the Gilded Ones? And is she ready to leave her earthly life and loves behind? THE ETERNAL ONES is the final thrilling instalment of the epic fantasy series in which a young heroine fights against a world that would dare tame her. Praise for THE GILDED ONES:Namina Forna could be the Toni Morrison of YA Fantasy. - Refinery 29
£8.54
Pushkin Children's Books Daughter of the Siren Queen
Book SynopsisThe fierce heroine from Daughter of the Pirate King returns in this epic adventure from the bestselling Tricia Levenseller Alosa's mission is finally complete. Not only has she recovered all three pieces of the map to a legendary hidden treasure, but the pirates who originally took her captive are now prisoners on her ship. First mate Riden, still unfairly attractive and unexpectedly loyal, is a constant distraction, but now he's under her orders. And she takes great comfort in knowing that the villainous Vordan will soon be facing her father's justice. When Vordan exposes a secret her father has kept for years, Alosa and her crew find themselves in a deadly race with the feared Pirate King. Despite the danger, Alosa knows they will recover the treasure first... After all, she is the daughter of the Siren Queen.Trade Review'This lady Jack Sparrow is back, and she's fiercer and wittier than ever!' - Elly Blake, author of Frostblood'Levenseller is just as much a siren as her protagonist-her words will pull you in, and there's no escaping them' - Charlie N. Holmberg, author of The Paper Magician Series'An argh-worthy blend of pirate derring-do and lively romance. . . . Deadly sirens join the ranks of strong, smart females in this book, giving it a definite feminist edge' - Booklist'This fast-moving adventure with strong female characters would be great for those who love a good pirate story, a touch of romance, and action-packed sword fighting' - School Library Journal
£8.99
Pan Macmillan The Moomins The World of Moominvalley
Book SynopsisTove Jansson (1914 - 2001) was born in Helsinki to artist parents. She was to become a celebrated artist, political cartoonist and author, but she is best known as the creator of the Moomins, one of the most successful and beloved children's book series ever written. Inspired by summers spent on the islands off Finland and Sweden, Tove created the unique world of Moominvalley and all its inhabitants. The Moomins and The Great Flood, her first book to feature the Moomins, published in 1945. Tove went on to publish twelve Moomin books between 1945 and 1977, which have sold in their millions and been translated into over forty languages. In the 1950s the Moomins became a successful cartoon strip, which was to feature in newspapers all over the world. As the Moomins' fame grew, they began to appear in television series, plays, films and a varied merchandise program soon followed. Tove also painted throughout her life and wrote novels and short stories, including the acclaimed
£32.00
Simon & Schuster Ltd Keeper of the Lost Cities
Book SynopsisThe first book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. Twelve-year-old Sophie Foster has a secret. She is a Telepath, and has the power to hear the thoughts of everyone around her – something that she's never spoken about, even to her own family. But everything changes the day she meets Fitz, a mysterious boy who also reads minds. She discovers there's somewhere she does belong, and staying where she is will put her in grave danger. In the blink of an eye, Sophie is forced to leave behind everything and start a new life in a magical world.Sophie has new rules to learn, and not everyone is thrilled with her 'homecoming'. There are secrets buried deep in Sophie's memory, secrets that other people desperately want. Would even kill for . . .Don’t miss the brand-new book in the series, Stellarlune, out now!Books in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series:Keeper of the Lost CitiesExileEverblazeNeverseenLodestarNightfallFlashbackLegacy StellarluneUnlocked
£9.49
Templar Publishing Ghostology
Book SynopsisA ghostly addition to the multi-million selling Ology World series, brought to the attention of Templar, publishers of rare and unusual books - GHOSTOLOGY.In 1975, under a bed in an old house in Tarrytown, New York, an unearthly tome entitled Ghostology was discovered, wrapped in a substance, later found to be ectoplasm. It is the life's work and study of American ghostologist Lucinda Curtle, who mysteriously passed to the Other Side during a seance. After her death, Ghostology seemingly became haunted by the ghost of Lucinda herself, who now wants to keep the secrets of the dead A SECRET. Now published, ghostwritten by Dugald Steer, the world itself can decide if Ghostology - purporting to tell the truth about ghosts - was solid fact or insubstantial fiction.Delve into the wealth of information and learn about different types of ghosts, ghosts around the world and ghost through history; haunted houses, ships and other objects (including books); the ghostologist's field kit; psychics and mediums; fakes and frauds; test your ghostological knowledge on one of Lucinda's own case studies. Complete with a jewel in the cover, as well as letters, booklets, sealed pages, flaps, a moving wheel novelty and glow in the dark ink.
£21.25
Scholastic US Claudia and the New Girl
Book SynopsisA brand-new Baby-sitters Club graphic novel adapted by newcomer Gabriela Epstein!Claudia has always been the most creative kid in her class... until Ashley Wyeth comes along. Ashley''s really different: She wears hippie clothes and has multiple earrings, and she''s the most fantastic artist Claudia has ever met.Ashley says Claudia is a great artist, too, but thinks she''s wasting her artistic talent with The Baby-sitters Club. When Claudia starts spending more time with Ashley and missing BSC meetings, it becomes clear that Claudia has to make a decision -- one of them has to go!
£7.59
Compendium Inc. Tickle Monster
Book SynopsisA loveable monster has just flown in from Planet Tickle on a mission is to tickle any child who happens to be following along with the Tickle Monster book. Parents read aloud and do the tickling, while children laugh and squirm with delight. Praise for Tickle Monster: This book holds the key to having a wonderful bonding and delightful story-time experience. Really fun! ---The Childrens Book Review; Giftys Specialty Gift Product of the Year, Toys and Games, Finalist (2011); Moms Choice Award, Best Three Childrens Books of 2009; Moms Choice Award, Peoples Choice, Gold (2009); Parent Tested Parent Approved Media Inc.s Seal of Approval, Excellence in Parenting Products (2009).
£16.14
Pan Macmillan Flipped
Book SynopsisA classic he-said-she-said romantic comedy, with bonus content including a Q&A with the author.All I've ever wanted is for Juli Baker to leave me alone. For her to back off – you know, just give me some space.Juli has been making Bryce's life hell from the moment they met. All he wants is to live a normal life, without some crazy person mooning after him.The first day I met Bryce Loski, I flipped. Honestly, one look at him and I became a lunatic. It's his eyes.But she doesn't see it that way. In her eyes, they're meant for each other, even though he might not realize it yet.That is, until the eighth grade, when everything flips. And just as Juli starts to realize that Bryce may not be all he seemed, Bryce begins to think that there's more to Juli than meets the eye . . . Wendelin Van Draanen's Flipped is a modern-day classic about first love and not judging a book by it's cover. A romantic comedy-of-errors told in alternating chapters by two fresh, funny voices.Trade ReviewWith a charismatic leading lady kids will flip over, a compelling dynamic between the two narrators and a resonant ending, this novel is a great deal larger than the sum of its parts -- Publishers Weekly, Starred reviewVan Draanen has another winner in this eighth-grade ‘he-said, she-said’ romance. -- School Library Journal, Starred reviewDelightful! Delicious! And totally teen. -- BookPageThis is a wry character study, a romance with substance and subtlety -- Booklist
£8.54
National Geographic Kids Explorer Academy Codebreaking Adventure 1
Book SynopsisUnlock ancient puzzles and secrets introduced via supercool codes and ciphers in this companion book to the new Explorer Academy series.In the first activity book based on the Explorer Academy, kids test their knowledge of ancient codes and ciphers in a series of head-scratching puzzles designed to outwit even the most clever cryptographers. When kids successfully navigate the codes, they are rewarded with a first-class tour of the Academy. Kids will have a blast, teaming up with the characters from the series and learning firsthand from the world''s most renowned scientists, explorers, conservationists, photographers, and journalists. It''s a far-flung adventure, too, traveling to historic and majestic locations around the globe.
£8.54
Chronicle Books Ivy and Bean Boxed Set Books 79
Book SynopsisA Netflix Original Film SeriesA New York Times Bestselling SeriesOver 8 Million Copies SoldThe third set of three books in the bestselling series, Ivy and Bean Boxed Set: Books 7-9 continues the story of Ivy and Bean, two spunky friends who never meant to like each other. Ivy and Bean are very different. Bean is loud and wild and goofy. She loves to be involved in games and poke her nose in other people's business. Ivy is quiet and full of ideas. She spends most of her time learning how to be a witch. Each girl thinks the other one is weird. Each girl thinks she could never be friends with the other. Especially because their parents keep nagging them about it. But sometimes opposites can become the best of friends because they're opposites.Ivy and Bean Boxed Set: Books 7-9 includes: Book 7: Ivy + Bean: What's the Big Idea?
£12.34
Andrews McMeel Publishing Big Nate Whats a Little Noogie Between Friends
Book SynopsisNate Wright’s a winner--in his own mind, anyway. So when things go wrong, he’s at a loss to explain why. How does his soccer team manage to lose to a school with a sixty-game winless streak? What’s he doing at the movies on a Friday night . . . with GINA? And why, oh why is one of his classmates (hint: she’s Nate’s dream girl) suddenly moving 3,000 miles away? It’s all enough to make a sixth-grade superstar feel . . . well, not so super. But you can’t keep a good man down, and Nate’s still got pals like Teddy, Francis, and Chad to cheer him up. Sure, their methods aren’t always warm and fuzzy, but Nate doesn’t mind. After all, what’s a little noogie between friends?Trade Review“Another hilarious winner in the Big Nate series of books… these are laugh out loud funny and a kid-favorite!” (Imagination Soup)Weekly choice of best new releases. (Good Comics For Kids)"It is because of Nate's emotional reaction to all the things that do not go his way-- and his resilience in the face of so many reversals-- that Nate's life is so much fun to explore, for readers if not necessarily for Nate himself." (InfoDad)"Another terrific graphic novel style comic book story by cartoonist Lincoln Pierce and unreservedly recommended for school and community library collections." (Midwest Book Review)
£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Everless Evermore
Book SynopsisJules confronts the girl who is both her oldest friend and greatest enemy in the highly anticipated sequel to the Top Ten Bestseller Everless.Jules Ember was raised hearing legends of the ancient magic of the wicked Alchemist and the good Sorceress. But she has just learned the truth: She is the Alchemist, and Caro - a woman who single-handedly murdered the Queen and Jules''s first love, Roan, in cold blood - is the Sorceress.The whole kingdom believes that Jules is responsible for the murders, and a hefty bounty has been placed on her head. And Caro is intent on destroying Jules, who stole her heart twelve lifetimes ago. Now Jules must piece together the stories of her past lives to save the person who has captured her heart in this one.Perfect for fans of Victoria Aveyard, Stephanie Garber and Kendare Blake, Evermore is the high-stakes, star-crossed follow up to Everless that fans have been waiting for.Trade ReviewAn intoxicating blend of blood, secrets and haunting mythology
£8.54
Phoenix International Publications, Incorporated Disney Princess Dream Big Princess Me Reader
Book Synopsis
£22.29
Scholastic Fighting Fantasy House of Hell
Book SynopsisThe multi-million copy globally bestselling choose-your-own-adventureseries is repackaged and reignited for a brand new generationof children.
£7.59
Pan Macmillan There's Someone Inside Your House: Now a Major
Book SynopsisThere's Someone Inside Your House by Stephanie Perkins will have you swooning with fear and romance. The perfect page-turner for fans of Scream Queens, Fear Street and I Know What You Did Last Summer. Now a major Netflix film, from the producers of Stranger Things.After a mysterious move from Hawaii to a new school in small town Nebraska, Makani Young and the rest of her class are being targeted by a masked killer intent on exposing their darkest secrets.As one by one the students of her new high school begin to die in a series of gruesome murders, Makani doesn't know who's next on the list . . . and has her own secrets from the past to keep. Between this and her scorching relationship with the school misfit, this school year may turn out to be one to die for . . . literally.Trade ReviewSensational chiller for younger young adults. You can cut the tension with a knife... * INIS Reading Guide *If you like YA romances and thriller stories then this might be one to check out * The Bookbag *An exciting amalgamation of suspenseful thriller and fun contemporary. * United by Pop *
£8.54
Pan Macmillan 50 Ways to Score a Goal and Other Football Poems
Book SynopsisA funny collection of football poems by Brian Bilston, the unofficial Poet Laureate of Twitter. Perfect for football fans of all ages – from the young footie fanatic to a been-to-every-game-grandma, and every 'I could've been a pro' in between.Full of poems that will make you giggle about all things football, including being left out of the World Cup squad, mum's opinion on Messi vs Ronaldo, or those unmissable fixtures:I’d love nothing more than to go outsideand spend time with Mother Nature.But what can I do? It’s out of my hands:Nigeria are playing Croatia 50 Ways to Score a Goal and Other Football Poems includes witty chants, a haiku or two, and fun shape poems about the beautiful game. Laugh together through the Euros or Premier League games, and swap the half-time pundits for puns!'Bilston is a magician with words' – Guardian'Someone who knows their way round both a joke and a bittersweet narrative.' – The Times Table of ContentsChapter - 1: Kick-Off Chapter - 2: Football Is... Chapter - 3: Pick Me! Chapter - 4: Trevor Chapter - 5: An Educated Left Foot Chapter - 6: Formations Chapter - 7: The Laws of the Game Chapter - 8: Wonderkid Chapter - 9: The Intergalactic Super Cup Final Chapter - 10: Fifty Ways to Score a Goal Chapter - 11: Fifty Slow Motion Replays Chapter - 12: The Language of Football Chapter - 13: Keepie-Uppies Chapter - 14: On the Bench Chapter - 15: The Thing about Wingers Chapter - 16: A Suggestion Chapter - 17: O.G Chapter - 18: Total Football Chapter - 19: Football Haikus: Starting Chapter - 20: Matchday Chapter - 21: A Cautionary Tale Chapter - 22: Early Morning Goalkeeping Routine Chapter - 23: A Shaggy Dog Story Chapter - 24: Lucky Bobble Hat Chapter - 25: Honest Football Chants Chapter - 26: Transfer List Chapter - 27: Fixtures Chapter - 28: League Table Chapter - 29: A Football Squad of Collective Nouns Chapter - 30: Half-Time Orange Satsuma Chapter - 31: A Poem of Two Halves Chapter - 32: A Ball Speaks Out Chapter - 33: The Magic 18-Yard Box Chapter - 34: The Ballad of Dick, Kerr Ladies FC Chapter - 35: Season’s Greetings Chapter - 36: Acrostic Town FC: Matchday Squad Chapter - 37: In Pursuit of Glory Chapter - 38: Ten Ways to Avoid Passing the Ball to Anybody Chapter - 39: FIFA Chapter - 40: Two Varieties of Potato Chapter - 41: Unsung Hero Chapter - 42: It All Came Out in the Wash Chapter - 43: The Magic Sponge™ Chapter - 44: And the Award Goes to . . . Chapter - 45: Match of the Day Theme: Official Lyrics Chapter - 46: Kit Chapter - 47: On Being Left Out of the England World Cup Squad Chapter - 48: Messi vs Ronaldo Chapter - 49: Life Cycle of a Football Manager Chapter - 50: Every Day is Like a Cup Final Chapter - 51: Back of the Net Chapter - 52: Gabriel Gómez, Number 543 Chapter - 53: End of Term Report Chapter - 54: Dangerous Dave Damage Chapter - 55: The War on Cliché Chapter - 56: Penalty Shoot-Out Chapter - 57: Today’s Results Chapter - 58: Question Time Chapter - 59: Until the Final Whistle Blows Chapter - 60: Post-Book Analysis
£7.59
Abrams Avatar The Last Airbender The Dawn of Yangchen
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewAn intriguing romp. * Kirkus Reviews *
£12.59
Guppy Publishing Ltd The Animal Lighthouse
Book SynopsisBrought up by a wonderful group of animals on a hidden island somewhere deep in the Caribbean, Jim knows no other life or who his real parents are. He washed up on the island as a baby in a barrel of rum and treasure, and has been helping run its special lighthouse with the animals ever since. But now, trouble is brewing ...Someone, or something, has stolen the lighthouse bulb filaments. If Jim, Oscar and the rest of the animals can't get the lighthouse beams working again, the hidden island will no longer be a secret. And with a pirate ship on the horizon, danger is about to smash their tranquil island apart ...Trade ReviewA heart-warming, action-packed adventure for all animal-loving young pirates - I loved it * Vashti Hardy, author of Brightstorm *A fun, accessible piratical debut for emerging readers * The Bookseller *An exciting, fun, and funny tale, packed with pirates, a pachyderm, and everything in between. Burt is a refreshing new voice in kids' books. * Philip Ardagh *This is a poignant story of friendship, family and finding out where you truly belong... a must-read for all. * My Book Corner *Do you like magic, fantasy and talking animals? If you do, you’re going to LOVE this super, swashbuckling pirate adventure from seasoned scriptwriter and exciting debut middle grade author Anthony Burt. Burt’s sparkling seafaring saga comes packed with humour, suspense, adventure, and poignant themes of family, friendship and belonging. * Lancashire Post *
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Hide and Dont Seek
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Like Alvin Schwartz’s Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, this title shows promise of being read and retold again and again by this generation’s thrill-seekers." — School Library Journal (starred review) "Twenty different entries, with atmospheric illustrations, create new yet classic-feeling tales for younger readers... Ideal for any younger reader looking for bite-sized horror." — Kirkus Reviews "The sheer variety of creepy concepts, unsettling moments interspersed with humor, and gotcha twists will appeal to younger middle grade readers who are ready for a gateway into horror fiction—and a book to read around the campfire." — Publishers Weekly "Given the range of stories and formats, this is a strong choice for both horror fiends and those just wanting to dip their toes into scarier waters." — Booklist "Hide and Don't Seek is a Halloween goody bag full of treats–and not a few tricks–that will appeal to any young reader with an appetite for thrills ‘n chills. Certain to be a gateway drug to Stephen King." — Portland Press Herald
£6.99
Wordsworth Editions Ltd The Jungle Book
Book SynopsisThe Jungle Book introduces Mowgli, the human foundling adopted by a family of wolves. It tells of the enmity between him and the tiger Shere Khan, who killed Mowgli's parents, and of the friendship between the man-cub and Bagheera, the black panther, and Baloo, the sleepy brown bear, who instructs Mowgli in the Laws of the Jungle.
£8.54
Pan Macmillan Squirrel's Snowman: A Festive Lift-the-flap Story
Book SynopsisLift the flaps and join in the winter fun in this Tales from Acorn Wood story by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo – perfect for sharing at Christmas!It's snowing in Acorn Wood, and Squirrel wants to build a snowman. Will she and her friends find everything they need? Lift the flaps to find out in this wonderful wintry tale.With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, Squirrel's Snowman joins the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood preschool stories which have been delighting parents and children for over twenty years.Enjoy more lift-the-flap adventures from Acorn Wood with Dormouse Has a Cold, Mole's Spectacles and Badger's Band.
£6.99
Scholastic US Kristy and the Snobs
Book SynopsisA brand-new Baby-sitters Club graphic novel adapted by Eisner-nominated artist Chan Chau!Kristy''s mom got remarried and their family moved to the ritzy neighborhood across town. The other members of The Baby-sitters Club think it''s a good opportunity to get some new business, but the kids who live nearby aren''t very friendly. They criticize Kristy''s clothes and make fun of the BSC. And, worst of all, they laugh at Louie, Kristy''s pet collie, who''s getting old and not feeling well. These kids are total snobs! But if anyone can put them in their place, it''s The Baby-sitters Club!
£7.59
Pan Macmillan Goat Goes to Playgroup
Book SynopsisThere''s a commotion in the classroom as Goat and the other animals spend the day at playgroup. The musical instruments and the dressing up box are lots of fun, but oh dear! Goat gets into a muddle or two.Even the smallest toddler will enjoy the wonderfully silly animal antics in this book the ideal story for any child starting at, or already attending, a playgroup or kindergarten.Trademark Julia Donaldson rhymes and rhythms are perfect to read aloud, and Nick Sharratt''s mischievous and funny illustrations make the bright and playful Goat Goes to Playgroup a sure winner. Just right for toddlers!Look out for more great books: Hippo Has a Hat, Animal Music, Toddle Waddle and Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose.
£7.59
