Children & Teen Fiction Books
Simon & Schuster Ltd Inferno
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£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Bombs on Aunt Dainty
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£7.59
Oxford University Press Nothing but Fun in Noisy Village
Book SynopsisFor the children of Noisy Village fun and adventure is just around the corner-Lisa and her friends play pirates, take a lamb to school, and camp out under the stars.Trade ReviewA lovely evocation of a beautiful countryside and a world where children were free to explore and enjoy adventures * Parents in Touch *
£999.99
Oxford University Press Happy Times in Noisy Village
Book SynopsisFor the children of Noisy Village fun and adventure is just around the corner-Lisa and her friends race their sledges on the slopes, hunt for treasure, and keep a watch for pirate ships from their robber's den.Trade ReviewNostalgia really is what it's cracked up to be in this utterly enchanting story of a group of children growing up in the golden days * Lancashire Evening Post *Perfect for children starting to read on their own * Parents in Touch *One of those books which has the feel-good factor * Caroline Franklin, Newbury Weekly News *
£999.99
Scholastic The Chocolate Dog NE
Book SynopsisA gorgeous story about family from bestselling author Holly Webb. Amy and Laura aren't looking forward to the arrival of their new brother or sister. There doesn't seem to be any room for them any more. But at least they still have their gorgeous dog Choc - he always knows how to make them feel better.
£999.99
Andersen Press Ltd Elmer and the Lost Treasure
Book SynopsisElmer, Wilbur and a brave troop of elephants set out on a quest to find the famous Lost Treasure of the jungle. When they stumble across a beautiful forgotten temple, Elmer's friends rush inside, keen to find the Lost Treasure before him, but Elmer appears to have stopped searching... A new tale from master-storyteller David McKee that delivers just as much pathos as the very first, this is the twenty-eighth Elmer storybook.Trade Review"David McKee's elephants are as delightful and full as character as ever," -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading4Kids *"In his gentle way, David McKee reminds us of the grandeur of elephants and that we should never fail to treat them – and all animals - with the highest regard." * BookTrust *"a richly satisfying picture book" * The School Librarian *
£7.59
Little Island Savage Her Reply – KPMG–CBI Book of the Year 2021
Book SynopsisA dark, feminist retelling of The Children of Lir by the author of the multi-award-winning Tangleweed and Brine Included in Kirkus Reviews: Best Young Adult Books of the Year 2023 ‘No-one else writes like Deirdre Sullivan. She is lyrical, poetic and thoroughly intoxicating.’ Juno Dawson, author of Wonderland ‘Unsettling, haunting, and darkly lyrical, Savage Her Reply is a beautiful thing.’ Louise O’Neill, author of After The Silence A retelling of the favourite Irish fairytale The Children of Lir. Aífe marries Lir, a chieftain with four children by his previous wife. Jealous of his affection for his children, the witch Aífe turns them into swans for 900 years. Retold through the voice of Aífe, Savage Her Reply is unsettling and dark, feminist and fierce, yet nuanced in its exploration of the guilt of a complex character. A dark & witchy feminist retelling from the author of Tangleweed and BrineTrade Review'Brutal and magnificent. Deirdre Sullivan retells a well-known myth, where all are remembered by their relationship to Lir, and women reclaim their power and agency in the cracks of the familiar story. Karen Vaughan’s illustrations guide the reader through a menacing rise in tension and the push and pull of people chained together for centuries.' Helen Corcoran‘No-one else writes like Deirdre Sullivan. She is lyrical, poetic and thoroughly intoxicating.’ -- Juno Dawson‘Unsettling, haunting, and darkly lyrical, Savage Her Reply is a beautiful thing.’ -- Louise O’Neill‘A bounteous larder of a book with all the bewitching ingredients needed for a potent magical retelling of a classic fairytale. The result – An evocative, poetic and enigmatic brew that is bold, striking, confident and keeps you hungry for more.’ -- Laura Dockrill‘The writing is so beautiful, sharp as a knife – you're bleeding before you know you've been cut … It's such a fierce, bitter kiss of a book.’ -- Melinda Salisbury'The unique choice of viewpoint breathes new life into the story's bones, making for a truly haunting and compelling tale.' Catherine Doyle‘Stirring and shocking, a feat of absolute poetry.’ -- Sarah Maria Griffin'Astonishingly beautiful and moving. Deirdre Sullivan grows stronger with every book.' Celine Kiernan‘To call this a retelling would not do it justice. Sullivan has expanded and enriched one of our best-known fables until it feels as complex and robust as any blockbuster fantasy epic. This is Irish mythology as it is meant to be read.' Dave Rudden‘Deirdre Sullivan breathes magnificent, fiery life into one of Ireland's oldest stories. Nothing will ever be the same.’ -- Sarah Moore Fitzgerald‘Not a single word is out of place: like a poem, or a spell.’ -- Tara Flynn‘This dark, beautiful retelling of the Irish tale “The Children of Lir”, filled with transformed swans, air demons, betrayal and forgiveness, is saturated with the power of Sullivan’s lyrical prose.’ -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *‘This is a fiercely feminist novel, but it escapes being polemical partly through its lyrical prose and partly through its commitment to empathy and compassion … intellectually pleasing and emotionally devastating.’ -- Claire Hennessy * The Irish Times *'Sullivan’s love for myths and fairy tales is evident throughout. Her tone is assured, and her lyrical prose demands your full attention, laying bare the dark heart of the story.' -- Meadhbh McGrath * Irish Independent *'[Deirdre Sullivan's] writing is extraordinary and the illustrations by Karen Vaughan beautiful. A stunning book.' -- Justine Carbery * Irish Independent *'Deirdre Sullivan’s Savage Her Reply breathes new life into the Irish legend of the Children of Lir.' -- Fiona Noble * The Observer *'Through masterful storytelling and stunning prose, Sullivan turns an ancient legend into something complex, transforming a one-note character into a nuanced narrator who carefully weaves Irish legend with a subtly searing condemnation of patriarchal society.' -- Kirkus starred review'Ferocious and illuminating, this retelling of a classic Irish tale is steeped in folklore and revitalized with feminist nuances. Calligrams that “mimic the characters [of] Ogham” come between its chapters, whispering lessons from Aife’s broken and rebuilt state ... Sister, daughter, wife, villain, savior: a complicated queen takes her legacy back in the stunning novel Savage Her Reply.' * Foreword Reviews *'Haunting, unsettling, exquisitely told, evocative and iconic; no one writes like Deirdre Sullivan. This is spell-working at its’ very finest. Simply extraordinary.' -- Mary Esther Judy * Fallen Star Stories *‘Sullivan’s writing is lyrical and beguiling as always, and her partnership with illustrator and designer Karen Vaughn was a stroke of genius.’ * Laura Eats Books *'Savage Her Reply is a complete work of art. It's gorgeous and it's heart-wrenching, and it's just so perfect. It's painful and it's stunning, and one will stay with me for a very long time. Sullivan is an expert storyteller ... Absolutely cannot recommend Savage Her Reply enough.' * Once Upon a Bookcase *'Savage Her Reply by Deirdre Sullivan is a captivating retelling of the Children of Lir myth. Through its focus on the character of Aoife, rich prose, and thought-provoking themes, it offers a fresh and enchanting perspective on this classic story, making it a must-read for both mythology enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Sullivan's innovative approach breathes new life into the age-old tale, making it a memorable literary experience.' * NetGalley Librarian *'This book was such a refreshing book ... I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for something different and something that is not what you think. The author of this book did a wonderful job in making sure Aife was a complex character and that to me is what brought this book to life.' * NetGalley Reviewer *'I've been waiting for the US release of this book for a while now, and finally being able to read it was like being able to scratch an itch I'd had for too long--as someone unfamiliar with the story of the Children of Lir, the pieces of the original story were very helpful and the calligrams were a unique touch!' * NetGalley Reviewer *'Deirdre Sullivan has a great writing style and it left me wanting to read more from the author.' * NetGalley Reviewer *'A lush, searing, deeply personal story about how the wounds we take on in childhood shape the rest of our lives and those of everyone around us. Heartbreaking, haunting, and unapologetically feminist, this book is an exploration of what if means to be human, so beautifully-written that it ceases to be a retelling and becomes a myth itself.' * NetGalley Reviewer *'Savage Her Reply is gorgeously told. This book feels like a piece of art rather than a novel. I enjoyed the prose style of writing and it was a welcome break from my typical reads. I recommend Savage Her Reply to all readers!' * NetGalley Reviewer *'It is dark and weird and cool.' * NetGalley Reviewer *'This book really just took me for a ride. I loved the build up, the character development, and the writing. I would definitely read more from this author!' * NetGalley Reviewer *
£12.59
Pan Macmillan More of MillyMollyMandy
Book SynopsisJoyce Lankester Brisley was born in 1896 and studied at the Lambeth School of Art. The first Milly-Molly-Mandy stories were published in 1925 in The Christian Science Monitor, and a first collection of these stories was published in book form in 1928. An accomplished artist as well as a writer, Joyce Lankester Brisley designed posters and book jackets and also illustrated the work of other authors. She died in 1978, but Milly-Molly-Mandy's popularity lives on.
£7.59
Pan Macmillan A Poem for Every Summer Day
Book SynopsisWithin the pages of Allie Esiri's gorgeous poetry collection, A Poem for Every Summer Day, you will find verse that will transport you to striking summer scenes and inspire adventure.The poems are selected from Allie Esiri’s bestselling poetry anthologies A Poem for Every Day of the Year and A Poem for Every Night of the Year.Perfect for reading aloud and sharing with all the family, this book dazzles with an array of familiar favourites and remarkable new discoveries. These seasonal poems – together with introductory paragraphs – have a link to the date on which they appear.Includes poems by Lord Byron, Sylvia Plath, Rudyard Kipling, W.B. Yeats and Langston Hughes who sit alongside Brian Bilston, Michael Rosen, John Agard and Kae Tempest.This soul-enhancing book will keep you company for every day of Winter. Enjoy more seasonal poetry collections with A Poem for Every Spring Day and A Poem for Every Autumn Day.
£15.29
Pan Macmillan The Gingerbread Man
Book SynopsisFirst Stories: The Gingerbread Man is the perfect introduction for young children to this classic nursery tale.Push, pull, slide mechanisms bring the story to life as you chase the Gingerbread Man and join in with all of the characters trying to catch him! This well-loved story is beautifully imagined for a new generation by illustrator Kasia Dudziuk.Little ones can collect more books in the First Stories series, including Puss in Boots, The Frog Prince, and Three Billy Goats Gruff.
£10.66
HarperCollins Publishers Mogs Christmas
Book SynopsisThe enchanting classic Christmas story of Mog everyone's favourite family cat! This funny and warm-hearted escapade has a stunning foiled cover for extra Christmas sparkle.From the creator of The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog the Forgetful Cat comes the delightful Christmas adventure about a really remarkable cat!It's Christmas, and Mog's house is full of strange noises and peculiar smells. Everyone is busy hanging holly and blowing up balloons, and where is that tree going? But it's always a Merry Christmas in the end when you''re with Mog and her family.Judith Kerr's funny and warm-hearted Mog stories have been delighting children around the world for more than fifty years, and this sparkling edition of her Christmas adventure is the perfect gift for families everywhere!Mog's Christmas was televised in 2023 featuring an incredible voice cast including Benedict Cumberbatch, Claire Foy, Adjoa Andoh, Miriam Margolyes, Maggie Steed and Charlie Higson.Since her debut in 1970, Mog has becTrade ReviewPraise for Mog: ‘Since her debut in 1970, Mog has become… a national hero’ Junior Magazine 'Mog should be for life, not just for Christmas' Sunday Times ‘A firm favourite on children's bookshelves’ Telegraph 'An instant classic to rival The Snowman' Telegraph ‘Mog is a star, she really is. I can't recommend her highly enough. Someone should give that cat a medal, or an egg for breakfast’ Bookbag ‘Delightful stories about the family cat with attitude’ Guardian Praise for Judith Kerr: ‘One of the best authors a child of 3+ could encounter’ The Times “It’s no surprise Judith’s work is still popular. It owes nothing to the vagaries of style or fashion. Her warmth and humanity are timeless” Michael Foreman
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Pan Macmillan The Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Book
Book SynopsisA wonderfully witty take on a much-loved fairy tale, The Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Book celebrates the magic of reading and storytelling, and being kind to others.When Ben's mum gets distracted halfway through his bedtime story, he decides to finish the tale himself. There's only one problem – he can't quite read yet. To Ben's surprise, the three little pigs come knocking on the door, and the big bad wolf isn't far behind ... But this time, will the story have a different ending?A playful rhyming story by Lucy Rowland, with hilarious illustrations from Ben Mantle.
£7.59
Usborne Publishing Ltd Monsters at Halloween
Book SynopsisIt's Halloween and Billy can't wait for the village Halloween Party. There's just one problem his Mini Monsters are at the party too! Sparkle-Bogey's in the apple bobbing, Trumpet's in a pumpkin and Gloop's playing 'Guess the Body Part'. Can Billy find his monsters before anyone else does? Or will it be up to Peep to save the day?
£5.99
Magic Cat Publishing Brown Bear Wood New Baby Bunny
Book SynopsisJoin Bunny as they prepare for a new sibling in this brand-new board book from the creators of the internationally bestselling Brown Bear Wood series.
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group A Book of Bears: At Home with Bears Around the
Book SynopsisDiscover the brilliant world of bears in this wonderful new book. Learn all about the eight different bears of the world, their likes, their homes and more. Who is the best climber and who is the fastest at catching fish? Expertly rendered in Katie Viggers' trademark charming and humorous style, this book is the perfect introduction to bears around the world.Trade Review"If you love bears, in all their wonderful shapes and sizes, then you’ll love this beautiful new book by Katie Viggers. It’s a non-fiction book with a lot of personality. " -- Books for Topics"A Book of Bears really captured my children’s imaginations and it’s very, very well done." -- Let Them Be Small
£11.69
Hachette Children's Group Nowhere on Earth
Book Synopsis''Action and excitement and deep emotion. Gorgeous.'' Cecelia AhernIt starts with a plane crash. There are survivors: a teenage girl and her little brother. They are running from something. But what?Then the men arrive. They are hunting the girl and boy. And-And that''s all we can tell you ...A thrilling story of survival, hope and a love beyond all understanding, from the award-winning author of Satellite.Trade ReviewAction and excitement and deep emotion. Gorgeous. - Cecelia AhernI love Nick Lake's writing. I would read anything he wrote - grocery list, email etc., because his writing, always, is so real and so brave. He takes on subjects other writers might avoid, and he writes the hell out of them. - Jennifer Niven, New York Times bestselling authorAn epic space story based around real science, it's a truly gripping thriller, imbued with raw emotion. Lake's best book since his debut, In Darkness. - The Bookseller on Satellite
£7.59
Pan Macmillan Poems from the Second World War
Book SynopsisGaby Morgan is Associate Publisher at Macmillan Children's Books. She has compiled many bestselling anthologies, including Read Me and Laugh: A Funny Poem for Every Day of the Year, In My Sky at Twilight: Poems of Eternal Love, Fairy Poems - which was short-listed for the CLPE Award - A First Poetry Book with Pie Corbett and Poems from the First World War.
£6.99
Pan Macmillan The Story of Doctor Dolittle
Book SynopsisDoctor Dolittle isn't a normal doctor . . . He doesn't treat humans – he treats animals instead! He loves animals so much that his busy house in Puddleby-on-the-Marsh is full of every creature imaginable – from parrots to pigs, monkeys to dogs and many more – and very soon he even learns how to speak their language. The doctor's animal friends are quick to tell him that the monkeys in Africa have become infected with a terrible disease, so with a team of trusty creatures by his side the kind-hearted doctor sets off on an action-packed adventure to save them.Hugh Lofting's The Story of Doctor Dolittle is one of the most fun, delightful and imaginative stories in children's literature. Featuring the eccentric doctor who learns to talk to animals, the novel has been adapted as a major film starring Robert Downey Jr., Emma Thompson and Selena Gomez. This beautiful paperback edition is illustrated with original line drawing from Hugh Lofting himself and contains engaging bonus material such as a quiz and a word search.Table of ContentsChapter - 1: Puddleby Chapter - 2: Animal-Language Chapter - 3: More Money Troubles Chapter - 4: A Message from Africa Chapter - 5: The Great Journey Chapter - 6: Polynesia and the King Chapter - 7: The Bridge of Apes Chapter - 8: The Monkeys' Council Chapter - 9: The Leader of the Lions Chapter - 10: The Rarest Animal of All Chapter - 11: The Prince Chapter - 12: Medicine & Magic Chapter - 13: Red Sails and Blue Wings Chapter - 14: The Rats' Warning Chapter - 15: The Barbary Dragon Chapter - 16: Too-Too, the Listener Chapter - 17: The Ocean Gossips Chapter - 18: Smells Chapter - 19: The Rock Chapter - 20: The Fisherman's Town Chapter - 21: Home Again
£6.99
Post Wave Publishing UK Ltd The Ordinary Life of Jacominus Gainsborough
Book SynopsisA captivating tale of one rabbit's life, celebrate love, joy and family with Jacominus Gainsborough.
£15.29
Chicken House Ltd Livia in Rome
Book SynopsisSixteen-year-old Scottish Italian Livia feels like an outsider, workingin her grandmother's bar in Rome. She is not going to be thecliché foreign girl who has a summer romance. But as Livia navigatesfamily drama, newfound friendships and local boy, Giulio,she starts to see the city - and herself - in a new light.
£8.54
HopeRoad Publishing Ltd A TUDOR TURK
Book SynopsisA small undercover unit of hand-picked, trusted warriors is assembled to track down the thieves who have stolen the Staff held by Moses as he parted the Red Sea. They are the `Ruzgar' - the `Wind' - and like the wind, they travel silently and unseen. Awa, the studious daughter of a noble family from the Songhai Empire in West Africa, was kidnapped and enslaved by Moroccans after the disastrous Battle of Tondibi. Awa is a whirling and deadly force when she has a scimitar in her hand. Will, who was snatched from his home in London at the age of 5, is now 16 and a galley slave on board a Moroccan warship. Joining the Ruzgar turns him into a man. He and Awa become fast friends. The other comrades are Turkish, Greek and Albanian, all led by the charismatic Bosnian Mehmed Konjic, a wise counsellor and natural hero. The Ruzgar's pursuit of a network of rogues takes them across continents and into many perilous situations. The action is fast and furious, with dire situations requiring a Houdini to escape from . . . set against thrilling backdrops including deserts, oceans, dungeons, the roofs of the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul, the canals of Venice and the court of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonsuch Palace in Surrey. The task to reclaim the Staff is a mission that is (almost) impossible . . .Trade Review`Three huzzahs for this scintillating new take on the late Tudor period: a rip-roaring, erudite, cosmopolitan pageturner peppered with the wisdom of ages and glowing with the ruby light of a compassionate heart - a jewel no snaggle-toothed Queen or vainglorious Sultan can buy' Naomi Foyle, author, The Gaia Chronicles; `A girl-warrior of Songhai nobility captured in Africa ... an English boy enslaved from the age of five ... a stolen religious relic that leads to an international chase.... In A Tudor Turk, Rehan Khan pulls off a rare literary coup. It's a masterly meld of riveting historical background, characters whose emotions blaze from the pages, a balance between an unlikely (but likeable) male and female duo, and settings so vivid you will think you're hearing and smelling the scenes. This is confident, perfectly paced storytelling, a rip-roaring adventure full of narrative surprises. The pace does not let up from page one, and by the conclusion readers young and old will be eager for more from Will and Awa!' Peter Lerangis, author, Seven Wonders and Max Tilt series; `In these uncertain Brexit days, A Tudor Turk's portrayals of sixteenth-century prejudice against Ottoman Turks, an ageing queen named Elizabeth, and England as an isolated and despised European outpost cannot but find resonance. To borrow Jo Cox's words, the novel shows that different cultures share “more in common than that which divides us”’. Claire Chambers, York University.
£7.59
Scholastic Bone 9 Crown of Horns
Book SynopsisJeff Smith''s New York Times and USA Today bestselling, award-winning BONE books are one of the most popular graphic novel series of all time!It''s full-fledged war as Briar, the Rat Creatures, and the Pawan army storm the city of Atheia where the Bone cousins, Thorn, and Gran''ma Ben are up in arms to defend the royal city. When Thorn hears a voice urging her to seek the Crown of Horns, she and Fone Bone embark on another dangerous journey and race to find the one thing that may save them all.This is the breathtaking conclusion to the incredible BONE series.
£11.69
Scholastic US Dog Man Fetch22
Book SynopsisLi''l Petey gets caught in some family drama in the eighth Dog Man book from worldwide bestselling author and artist Dav Pilkey.Petey the Cat is out of jail, and he has a brand-new lease on life. While Petey''s reevaluated what matters most, Li''l Petey is struggling to find the good in the world. Can Petey and Dog Man stop fighting like cats and dogs long enough to put their paws together and work as a team? They need each other now more than ever -- Li''l Petey (and the world) is counting on them!Dav Pilkey''s wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of doing good.
£11.69
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Deluxe
Book SynopsisDragons! Daring! Danger! The first fully illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is an extraordinary creative achievement by two extraordinary talents. Jim Kay’s inspired reimagining of J.K. Rowling’s classic series has captured a devoted following worldwide, and the drama just gets bigger as the series progresses. With over 150 illustrations, Jim Kay’s unique vision delivers breathtaking scenes and unforgettable characters – including fan favourites Cedric Diggory, Fleur Delacour and Viktor Krum illustrated by Jim Kay for the first time. Fizzing with magic and brimming with humour, this full-colour edition will captivate fans and new readers alike as Harry, now in his fourth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, finds himself competing in the legendary Triwizard Tournament and facing death-defying tasks, dragons and Dark wizards … Making magic in paint, pencil and pixels, this is the Wizarding World as we have never seen it before. This beautiful, deluxe edition features an opulent page size and intricate gold foiled line art by Jim Kay on a gem-green cloth cover and slipcase; gilt edges on premium grade paper; head and tail bands and two ribbon markers. Each copy is accompanied by a rare pencil study by Jim Kay of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, printed on art paper and wrapped, creating a stunning souvenir for fans to keep and enjoy. This is the ultimate must-have edition for any Potter fan, collector or bibliophile.Trade ReviewSeeing Jim Kay’s illustrations moved me profoundly. I love his interpretation of Harry Potter’s world, and I feel honoured and grateful that he has lent his talent to it * J.K. Rowling *Kay’s illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is a triumph – a book so alive it seems to jump, explode and slither out of your hands as you read * Telegraph on HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER'S STONE ILLUSTRATED EDITION *It is stunning … with full-colour illustrations throughout from Greenaway Medal winner Kay, who breathes incredible life into these much-loved characters and locations, staying faithful to Rowling’s vision but revitalising the story for a new generation * Bookseller on HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER'S STONE ILLUSTRATED EDITION *
£187.50
Penguin Random House Children's UK Where The Wild Things Are
Book SynopsisWhen Max puts on his wolf suit and makes mischief, his mother calls him 'Wild Thing' and sends him to bed without any supper. The wild things roar their terrible roars and gnash their terrible teeth and roll their terrible eyes and show their terrible claws .Trade ReviewSendak is the daddy of them all when it comes to picture books - the words, the rhythm and the design are all wonderful. * S Magazine, Sunday Express *The greatest picture book ever written -- Chris Riddell, Children's Laureate * Guardian *Gripping, ingenious and uplifting . . . a shrewd, fierce, healing book -- Boyd Tonkin * Independent *A timeless masterpiece. The illustrations, the fabulous monsters, the beautiful cross-hatching, and the surreal, dreamlike narrative beckons the reader to join the adventure. The themes are perfect for inspiring discussion on confronting life's scary things, mastering your fears and being brave, letting off steam, saying goodbye, and the comfort of returning home safe and sound * Child Education *An almost-perfect picture book stuffed with mischief, magic and meaning . . . Has a haunting depth that makes bedtime reading thrilling, a little scary, but also empowering * Junior *
£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Flame and the Rebel Riders
Book SynopsisThe ninth exciting adventure in this popular pony club series! With showjumping contests to win, rivals to defeat, mysteries to solve and ponies in danger to save these books are perfect for all girls who love ponies.Issie takes a summer job at Ginty McLintoch's prestigious showjumping stables where she meets a talented chestnut pony called Flame. Issie must try to keep her head in the glamorous commercial world of showjumping and will face decisions that could change her life foreverTempers will flare may the best rider win!Trade ReviewPraise for ‘The Princess and the Foal’:‘The perfect gift for girls with big dreams’ The Bookseller ‘Great new book – 10/10’ Newmarket Journal ‘Younger readers will delight in this heartwarming tale’ Horse
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Pan Macmillan Ernest: 10th Anniversary Edition
Book SynopsisCelebrating ten years of this much-loved story, Ernest: 10th Anniversary Edition is a wonderfully imaginative book about a moose with a big problem from the award-winning Catherine Rayner.Ernest is a rather large moose with a rather large problem. He is so big he can’t fit inside his book! What is a moose to do? Luckily Ernest is also a very determined moose, and he and his little chipmunk friend aren’t going to give up easily. Will they find a way for Ernest to fit in? Featuring a surprise fold-out ending, children will love this brilliantly funny book from the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal-winning Catherine Rayner, illustrator of The Go-Away Bird by Julia Donaldson. Celebrating ten years of this much-loved story, Ernest: 10th Anniversary Edition is a charming addition to every child's bookshelf.Trade ReviewCatherine's drawings of the large moose and his small friend with their ever-changing expressions are wonderful. * Scotsman *very funny * Bookseller *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Detective Society Presents The Most
Book SynopsisCould you be a detective? Do you love puzzles and mysteries? Do you see patterns where no one else does?In this book you can really put your problem-solving to the test as you work alongside characters from bestselling series, Murder Most Unladylike and The Ministry of Unladylike Activity.From codebreaking with Hazel, to logic and reasoning with Daisy, and problem-solving with Beanie and Kitty, test your sleuthing skills with pages of playful puzzles and riveting riddles, before using what you've learned to crack a brand-new case!From the imagination of award-winning author Robin Stevens, The Most Unladylike Puzzle Book features a fabulous flip-book design and over 100 puzzles to solve, making it the perfect activity book for keen detectives age 9+.
£9.49
Usborne Publishing Witchspark
Book SynopsisWitty, warm and wonderfully bold. Elle McNicollEverything I could possibly want in a book. Laura Ellen AndersonFall under the spell of Witchspark. A magical adventure series perfect for fans of Greenwild, Harry Potter and The Hatmakers. Eglantine Bury can't find her Witchspark. But if her magic doesn't appear, her family and their magical house will fall into the terrifying clutches of the evil Whistlewitch. Across the land, Princess Victoria faces her own danger, as her secret magical powers start to spiral out of control and cause chaos in the Royal Palace. Eglantine and Victoria both turn to the disgraced witch Miss Hegotty for help. Her witch lessons are difficult and powerful, but can this secret magic match up to the dangers these two hopeful witches face?Two aspiring witches, one unusual teacher, a magical house, and a talking dragon-butler fight for what's right, in this major new series from Dominique Valente the bestselling author of Starfell.
£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Children of the Night Young Gothic Book 2
Book SynopsisFilled with deadly secrets and the monsters you thought only existed in your mind ...You''ve heard of Jekyll and Hyde, you''ve heard of the Invisible Man, but have you heard of Castle Bran? Eve, Griffin, Hal and Ren are whisked away to Transylvania, to the supposed home of Dracula himself. Lured there by a desire to understand more about their true natures, our foursome are instead plunged into the midst of a deadly mystery. Children are going missing, townspeople are being brutally killed and a suspicious stranger keeps appearing from the shadows. Meanwhile, Ren is trapped in Castle Bran, where his fate lies in the hands of a strange - yet oddly familiar - host.With terrifying twists and turns around every corner, can the group uncover the answers they seek, or will this be the end of the Young Gothics? Perfect for fans of Wednesday and Stranger Things.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Penguin Readers Starter Level Romeo and Juliet
Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers'' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.There is no sun this morning. It is not here. It is sad for Juliet and her Romeo. Romeo loves Juliet and Juliet loves Romeo. But their families are enemies and they cannot marry.
£8.64
Chicken House Ltd The Notwitches Prison Break
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Everdark
Book SynopsisThe stunning prequel to Abi Elphinstone's mesmerising The Unmapped Chronicles series. Magic, adventure, and a whole new world is waiting to be discovered! The perfect series for adventurers aged 9+ and fans of Michelle Harrison, Piers Torday and Jamie Littler. The Unmapped Chronicles will not only leave children entertained, but will also empower them to battle climate change and environmental issues.*DYSLEXIA FRIENDLY TEXT DESIGN!*Where the map ends, the adventure begins . . .It is midnight in Crackledawn – a midnight full of magic. Sea dragons stir in the depths of the ocean, silver whales surface beneath the moon and sand goblins line the shores. Everyone is waiting for the phoenix, the guardian of the kingdom’s magic, to rise up from the forests of Everdark.But there is no sign of the phoenix tonight. Something else surges up out of Everdark instead: a harpy bent on steali
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Night We Got Stuck in a Story
Book SynopsisTurn the page . . . share the adventure in the latest top-ten family fairytale from bestselling author, actor and comedian, Ben Miller. *BRAND NEW ADVENTURE ROBIN HOOD AGED 10 3/4 AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER NOW* Lana and Harrison are staying with their grandparents, when they discover their favourite tree to play in is under threat. That night, a magical golden thread leads them up through the hollow of the tree into a storybook land, where wind and rain rage and a fearsome beast terrifies all who live there. When Harrison is kidnapped by the evil Queen, Lana must do whatever it takes to find him, save the villagers and restore the balance of the storybook world, before the night is out. A breathtaking journey through magical worlds for all the family, featuring Lana and Harrison, the adventure-loving siblings from the bestselling The Day I Fell into a Fairytale, f
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Duck Who Didnt Like Water
Book Synopsis‘A wonderful, tender evocation of friendship and how its power can help you overcome your worst fears. A pure splash of joy.’ The Daily MailShortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2022Duck is not like other ducks. Duck doesn’t like water and is perfectly fine alone, thank you very much. But then, one dark and stormy night, an outgoing, water-loving, and very lost Frog turns up at Duck’s door. Can this odd couple find Frog’s home? And will they find friendship along the way?This endearing, gorgeously illustrated tale marks the author-illustrator debut for Steve Small, illustrator of the highly acclaimed, I’m Sticking with You by Smriti Halls (shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2021 and for Children's Illustrated Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2021).‘A beautiful book, with a zen-like balance, and full of light and drama, too.’ Be
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Unipiggle Unicorn Muddle
Book SynopsisWelcome to Twinkleland Kingdom, where everything is 100% perfect. Except Princess Pea - she loves getting muddy and having fun and she's not keen on choosing her own perfect unicorn at the Royal Unicorn Parade. Until the final unicorn turns out to be a podgy, pongy, proud, magic-horned...pig? And so the adventures of Princess Pea and Unipiggle begTrade ReviewBursting with fun and adventure, Hannah Shaw is back with a brand new magical series... It is a book for independent readers, or to read aloud to an audience, where the humour bursts out of every page, and the illustrations match the text in an hilariously quirky and colourful style. A winning read as an antidote to pink fluffy princesses! * Books for Keeps *The attention to detail in this storybook is fabulous * BookTrust *A simply perfect reading hit! * Lancashire Evening Post *Bright, bold, silly, funny and easy to access as well as read. * The School Librarian *
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Pushkin Children's Books Lampie
Book SynopsisEvery evening Lampie the lighthouse keeper's daughter must light a lantern to warn ships away from the rocks. But one stormy night disaster strikes. The lantern goes out, a ship is wrecked and an adventure begins. In disgrace, Lampie is sent to work as a maid at the Admiral's Black House, where rumour has it that a monster lurks in the tower. But what she finds there is stranger and more beautiful than any monster. Soon Lampie is drawn into a fairytale adventure in a world of mermaids and pirates, where she must fight with all her might for friendship, freedom and the right to be different.
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Pizazz vs The New Kid
Book SynopsisThe super (like, actually, with powers and stuff) series from the amazingly talented Sophy Henn, award-winning author and illustrator of Bad Nana! The perfect read for children aged 7, 8, 9 and upwards, and for fans of Dork Diaries, Tom Gates, Amelia Fang, Wimpy Kid and Dog Man. “A SPECTACULAR superhero story that fizzes with fun on every page!” – Liz Pichon, bestselling author of the TOM GATES series. BEING A SUPERHERO IS THE BEST THING EVER, RIGHT? WRONG! HELLO! My name is PIZAZZ and I’m a superhero . . . You probably think that’s really AWESOME, and while it can be, it’s also REEEEEEEAAALLLLY annoying. I guess it was sort of going OK (I say, “sort of” – I still have to wear a silly cape and save the world all the time) until this NEW KID showed up, and started WOWING everyone with their super powers. Yep, SUPER POWERTrade ReviewA SPECTACULAR superhero story that fizzes with fun on every page! -- Liz PichonBlocky comic-style panels, a fire-farting granddad and a conservationist message make for accessible, quirky reading -- Children’s Book of the Month * Guardian *Sophy Henn’s funny new series […] a witty and original reminder that superheroes are human too -- Children’s Book of the Week * Sunday Times *Full-page illustrations, comic-strip sequences, quirky typography and dramatic chapter openers ensure this book will appeal to more reluctant readers * The i *Sophy Henn’s lively, energetic story should be a hit with anyone who finds it hard to fit in * Financial Times *Perfect for fans of her previous series Bad Nana, with the same level of illustration and zany text throughout -- Booktrust
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The Gilded Ones
Book SynopsisThe must-read epic fantasy of 2021, as featured on Cosmo, Buzzfeed, BookRiot and Refinery 29. In this West African-inspired world, girls are outcasts by blood and warriors by choice, perfect for fans of Children of Blood and Bone and Black Panther.Trade ReviewFans of Children of Blood and Bone and Black Panther are going to adore this one. * Buzzfeed *[A] stormingly good debut * The Observer *Utterly transporting and on a massive scale, this is the new series you've been searching for. * Stylist *The first in a fantasy trilogy with battles, betrayals and a search for identity. * S Magazine *Namina Forna could be the Toni Morrison of YA Fantasy. * Refinery 29 *This is an empowering read that you won't want to put down and that will be enjoyed by teenagers and adults alike. * Press Association *This story has real credibility and depth. To be enjoyed by teenagers and adults alike. * Irish Examiner *Namina has been called the Toni Morrison of YA Fantasy so this is worth reading. * The Irish News *
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Scholastic The Boy Who Fooled the World
Book SynopsisTelling a little white lie now and then is harmless, right? But whatif it leads to you being a household name and international celebrity?Cole is the boy who fooled the world and finds himselftrapped in a huge web of lies... can he break free?
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Little Tiger Press Group Poo in the Zoo: The Great Poo Mystery
Book SynopsisSPLAT PATTER PLOP! Zookeeper Bob’s super-duper pooper scooper robot has disappeared and the POO is piling UP! Is this a DOO-DOO disaster? Or can Arabella Slater – Poo Investigator – save the day? Children will love this riotously funny sequel to Amazon bestseller Poo in the Zoo. Perfect for existing fans or newcomers who loved The Dinosaur That Pooped a Planet, this rollicking, rhyming text packed with EVEN MORE POO will have everyone howling with laughter. Also available: Poo in the Zoo, Poo in the Zoo: The Island of Dinosaur Poo
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Andersen Press Ltd Goodbye Stranger
Book SynopsisBridge has always been a bit of an oddball, but since she recovered from a serious accident, she's found fitting in with her friends increasingly hard. Tab and Em are getting cooler and they don't get why she insists on wearing novelty cat ears every day. Bridge just thinks they look good. It's getting harder to keep their promise of no fights, especially when they start keeping secrets from each other. Sherm wants to get to know Bridge better. But he’s hiding the anger he feels at his grandfather for walking out. And then there is another girl, who is struggling with an altogether more serious set of friendship troubles... Told from interlinked points of view, this is a bittersweet story about the trials of friendship and growing up.Trade Review"Masterly. . . Sensitively explores togetherness, aloneness, betrayal and love" -- Meg Wolitzer * New York Times *"A glorious celebration of love, friendship and betrayal that draws attention to the increasingly difficult problem of retaining one's own identity in a time of obsessive social media." -- Sally Morris * Daily Mail *"A must-read for any child at secondary school... I can't think of any contemporary children's author who is as good at humanising teenagers and conveying the business of growing up." -- Alex O'Connell * The Times, Books of the Year *"A touching and gentle love story... Stead is respectful of individuality and generous, witty and nonjudgemental about the confusion caused by falling in love." -- Julia Eccleshare * Guardian, The Best of 2015 *"A deft and witty coming of age drama" * Independent *"A novel that tackles big themes in a wry understated way." * Martin Chilton, The Telegraph *"An extraordinary novel" * Washington Post, The Best Children's Books of 2015 *"Bittersweet story from multi-award-winner Stead. Highly recommended." * The Bookseller, Fiona Noble *
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Pan Macmillan Beautiful Broken Things
Book SynopsisBeautiful Broken Things is a moving story of friendship from debut author Sara Barnard, shortlisted for the YA Book Prize and selected as part of Zoella's Book Club. Now with a bold cover look.I was braveShe was recklessWe were troubleBest friends Caddy and Rosie are inseparable. Their differences have brought them closer, but as she turns sixteen Caddy begins to wish she could be a bit more like Rosie – confident, funny and interesting. Then Suzanne comes into their lives: beautiful, damaged, exciting and mysterious, and things get a whole lot more complicated. As Suzanne's past is revealed and her present begins to unravel, Caddy begins to see how much fun a little trouble can be. But the course of both friendship and recovery is rougher than either girl realizes, and Caddy is about to learn that downward spirals have a momentum of their own.'I felt like I was living this book' - Zoella'This book is exquisite, and exactly what YA needs . . . This author is one to watch!' - Holly Bourne, author of Am I Normal Yet?Trade ReviewI felt like I was living this book. -- ZoellaThis book is exquisite, and exactly what YA needs. I still can't get over how REAL this story was, every single part of it was perfectly realised. It was so sophisticated in how it was written, with beautiful BEAUTIFUL prose . . . I am so excited to see what Sara writes next. This author is one to watch! -- Holly Bourne, author of Am I Normal Yet?If you loved Jennifer Niven's 'All the Bright Places' this is a book you need to get your hands on. . . This is a book where you just love the characters, you ache at the complexities of their feelings, you read with baited breath, just wanting what might be impossible, for everything to be ok. * Maximum Pop *Teenage girls are a mystery - even when you've been one! This tale of three such creatures - Caddy, Rosie and Suzanne - attempts to unravel their secrets and the result is quite something. * Heat Magazine *A moving, exhilarating YA novel about teen friendship... any reader who wants warmth, hilarity, vivid highs, lows and heartbreak should grab this book, which proves that feminist doesn't mean humourless and female-focussed doesn't mean lightweight. * Metro *
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Little, Brown & Company 86 - EIGHTY SIX, Vol. 5
Book SynopsisDesperate for more information on Legion Developer Zelene Birkenbaum, the Eighty Sixth Strike Package sets its sights on the United Kingdom of Roa Gracia. Little do they know, their hunt for answers is about to yield far more information than they bargained for. Within the United Kingdom, a Legion strategy crazy enough to terrify even the Eighty-Six is already well underway...
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Nosy Crow Ltd National Trust: Tiger, Tiger, Burning Bright! An
Book SynopsisA glorious and ambitious sequel to I Am the Seed That Grew the Tree - winner of Waterstones Children's Gift of the Year 2018 and Red Magazine's Children's Illustrated Book of the Year 2019, and described by Julia Donaldson as "An absolutely beautiful book." This lavishly illustrated gift book treasury of 366 animal poems - one for every day of the year - ranges from unforgettable classics to contemporary works from around the world, including poetry in translation. The spectacular range of poems for children includes work by Roger McGough, William Blake, Dick King-Smith, Ted Hughes, Grace Nichols, Lewis Carroll, Christina Rossetti, Emily Dickinson. Britta Teckentrup's breathtaking illustrations bring together all the richness and wonder of the animal kingdom, making this poetry anthology a perfect gift that will be treasured by generations. With sumptuous finishes including cloth binding, full colour illustrations throughout, textured paper jacket, ribbon marker, and head and tail bands. The perfect gift for any child or adult to treasure.
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Aesops Fables for Little Children
Book SynopsisA delightful collection of six stories, with lively retellings and colourful artwork by Columbian illustrator, John Joven. A perfect first introduction to Aesop for little children. Stories include well-known classics The Lion and the Mouse, The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse and The Ant and the Grasshopper.
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Luckiest Kid in the World
Book Synopsis‘One of the most purely enjoyable things I’ve read’ Frank Cottrell-BoyceWhat if you suddenly had everything you’d ever dreamed of? That’s exactly what happens to 10-year-old Joe Smith in this hilarious, brand-new comedy adventure from bestselling author, comedian and presenter Danny Wallace, with illustrations throughout from Gemma Correll.Perfect for children age 8+ and fans of David Baddiel, Stephen Mangan, David Walliams, Andy Griffiths, Jenny Pearson and Helen Rutter. Joe Smith is average in every way. He is average height. He lives in an average town, on an average street, in an average house, with a very average family. But when a survey identifies him as the most average kid in the country – well that makes him very special indeed. Suddenly, everyone wants Joe to test out their latest products. Overnight he is sent mountains of gifts – the best trainers, the coolest bik
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Pushkin Children's Books The Beast Warrior
Book SynopsisTen years have passed since the events of The Beast Player. Elin and Ialu are married, with a young son, living a quiet, peaceful life when one day Elin is called upon to investigate a matter of great urgency: the fearsome Toda are dying and nobody knows why. As Elin investigates, she uncovers a deadly plot and a brewing invasion. Can she protect her homeland without allowing her beloved beasts to be used as weapons of war, or will she have to compromise her principles to save her family?
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