Children’s / Teenage fiction: Action and adventure stories
Pan Macmillan Delta and the Lost City
Book SynopsisFollow Delta the wolfdog around Pompeii in 79 AD while the shadow of the great volcano Mount Vesuvius looms. This breathtaking historical adventure, drawing on the legend of the Hero dog of Pompeii, comes from the bestselling, award-winning author of The Umbrella Mouse, Anna Fargher. Illustrated throughout in black and white by David Dean.It's the year 79 AD, and the earth around Pompeii is quaking . . .Young wolfdog Delta finds herself on the run and escaping her family's villa after bearing witness to a horrible crime. With the help of her eagle friend, Bellona, Delta navigates the tricky terrain full of threatening creatures and thieves outside the ancient city''s walls.But the earth is warning of a much larger threat, and determined to warn her family, Delta must race against time and find them before it's too late . . .Journey with Delta through an inspiring journey around the ancient city of Pomepii and the famous eruption of Mount
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Faber & Faber Peng and Spanners When Pigs Go Bad
Book SynopsisThe silliest penguin and the chattiest cat are back to defeat one very bad pig in this action-packed graphic novel for fans of Dog Man. Very funny. Jim Smith.Kids love Peng!I thought the story was very interesting and kept my attention.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
Phoenix International Publications, Incorporated DreamWorks Gabbys Dollhouse Me Reader 8Book
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The Song Walker
Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE YOTO CARNEGIE MEDAL 2024SHORTLISTED FOR THE UKLA BOOK AWARD 2024SHORTLISTED FOR THE YOUNG QUILLS AWARD 2024The Song Walker is an extraordinary new story of friendship, discovery and courage from Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller which won the Wales Book of the Year and the Edward Stanford Children's Travel Book of the Year 2022. There are three questions that I need to find the answers to:Where am I? What am I doing here? And... Who am I?When a young girl wakes up in the middle of the desert, she has no idea who she is. She's wearing one shoe, a silky black dress, and she's carrying a strange, heavy case. She meets Tarni, who is on a mysterious quest of her own. Together, the two girls trek across the vast and ever-changing Australian Outback in search of answers. Except both are also hiding secrets... A tense and twisty story about friendship and music, and how we might all find out who we really are. Sunday Times, Children's Book of the WeekA grippiTrade ReviewCompelling... A tense and twisty story about friendship and music, and how we might all find out who we really are. * The Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week *A gripping and beautifully written adventure story with a terrific twist. * Irish Independent *An all-action adventure in a dazzling landscape. * Lancashire Evening Post *A fabulous adventure * Holly Webb *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Wolf Hollow
Book SynopsisBut when cruel, manipulative Betty arrives in town, Annabelle's calm world is shattered, along with everything she's ever known about right and wrong.When Betty disappears, suspicion falls on strange, gentle loner Toby.Trade ReviewHarper Lee has a worthy successor. Wolk is a big new talent * The Times *Weaving together complex themes with extraordinary skill, debut author Lauren Wolk has created a book that deserves to be read . . . A timeless story, beautifully placed in an evocative and brilliantly realised historical setting * Guardian *Suspenseful, wise, beautifully written and emotionally engaging * Sunday Times *Haunting . . . With a precociously perceptive girl as a main character; a damaged, misunderstood recluse; and themes of prejudice and bigotry, comparisons to Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird will abound. But Wolk gives us her own story - one full of grace and stark, brutal beauty * New York Times *A powerful, beautifully written coming-of-age novel . . . This emotionally intelligent, complex story deserves recognition and praise * Daily Mail *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Daisy and the Trouble with Chocolate
Book SynopsisDaisy's getting into so much trouble over the Easter holidays! Cheeky, extremely readable and funny young fiction from the bestselling author behind the hilarious OI FROG series. Another BRILLIANT laugh-out-loud Daisy adventure, from bestselling author of the Oi Frog series, Kes Gray.Here comes trouble! Daisy is usually happy with her strawberry Dip Dab lollies or Crunchy Cream biscuits, but when Easter comes round, it's all about chocolate. And the trouble with chocolate is, it's TOO DELICIOUS. So when Daisy's mum tells her they're going to Chocolate Land as a special treat, she is REALLY excited! PLUS she has been chosen to look after the class hamsters, Pickle and Pops! This could be the best Easter ever. But the trouble with hamsters and chocolate is, the two shouldn't mix...
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Cranthorpe Millner Publishers The Faraway Adventures of Henry Bogget: Henry and
Book SynopsisHenry Bogget is an ordinary boy of just eight years old, and Henry has a secret. A secret that has been kept for many, many years. A secret about magic in London... In England, whenever someone changes the world and leaves their mark on history, a little round blue plaque is placed on the house where they once lived to make sure they can never be forgotten. With every discovery made, artwork painted or song written, a little trace of very powerful magic, an enchantment, is left behind. One night, not too long ago, Henry discovered this secret and his life changed forever. An adventure beyond his wildest dreams was about to begin.
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HarperCollins Publishers The Magicians Nephew Hardback
Book SynopsisA beautiful hardback edition of The Magician's Nephew, book one in the classic series, The Chronicles of Narnia. This edition is complete with cover and colour interior art by the original illustrator, Pauline Baynes.On a daring quest to save a life, two friends are hurled into another world, where an evil sorceress seeks to enslave them. But then the lion Aslan''s song weaves itself into the fabric of a new land, a land that will be known as Narnia. And in Narnia, all things are possible.The Magician's Nephew is the first book in C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia, a series that has become part of the canon of classic literature, drawing readers of all ages into a magical land with unforgettable characters for over sixty years.Trade Review‘The magic of C. S. Lewis’s parallel universe never fades.’ The Times
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Pan Macmillan The Breakfast Club Adventures The Movie Monster
Book SynopsisMarcus Rashford MBE is Manchester United's iconic number 10 and an England International footballer.During the lockdown imposed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Marcus teamed up with the food distribution charity FareShare to cover the free school meal deficit for vulnerable children across the UK, raising in excess of 20 million pounds. Marcus successfully lobbied the British Government to u-turn policy around the free food voucher program a campaign that has been deemed the quickest turnaround of Government policy in the history of British politics so that 1.3 million vulnerable children continued to have access to food supplies whilst schools were closed during the pandemic.In response to Marcus's End Child Food Poverty campaign, the British Government committed 400 million to support vulnerable children across the UK, supporting 1.7 million children for the next 12 months.In October 2020, he was appointed MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours. Marcus has committed himself to combating child poverty in the UK and his book You Are a Champion is an inspiring guide for children about reaching their full potential.Abiola Bello is a Nigerian-British, prize-winning, bestselling children's and YA author who was born and raised in London. She is an advocate for diversity in books for young people. She's the author of the award-winning fantasy series Emily Knight, Love in Winter Wonderland, Only for the Holidays and The Love Dare. She is contributed to The Very Merry Murder Club and is the co-writer of The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Movie Monster.Abiola won The Black British Business Awards 2023 for Arts and Media and The London Book Fair Trailblazer Awards 2018. She is the co-founder of Hashtag Press, Hashtag BLAK and The Diverse Book Awards. She has appeared in Cosmopolitan, Female First Magazine, The Mirror, BBC1XTRA to name a few.Marta Kissi studied BA Illustration & Animation at Kingston University and MA Visual Communication at the Royal College of Art. Her favourite part of being an illustrator is bringing stories to life by designing charming characters and the wonderful worlds they live in. She shares a studio with her husband James.
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Walker Books Ltd Agent Asha Mission Shark Bytes
Book SynopsisComputer code just got dangerous in this action-packed spy adventure seriesAsha Joshi has the perfect excuse not to finish her homework. She''s just been recruited to join the top-secret Children''s Spy Agency. Her first mission: SAVE THE WORLD. Can she do it? Asha''s a coder so she should be able to hack into the biggest tech company in the world, fight deadly sharks and figure out why the Internet has stopped working. All before bedtime. Easy, right?The story is a great way to engage young readers in coding, critical-thinking and STEM. It is mapped onto key National Curriculum Computing KS1 and KS2 concepts including algorithms, conditionals and debugging.Trade ReviewI certainly feel Asha's unique adventure, together with Tumble - her robo hamster sidekick, will be a hit with lower KS2. -- Teacher * Toppsta * A fantastic class novel, with a strong Asian female character, all about coding and computers with a sprinkling of fart jokes - what could be better? -- Sycamore Grove * Toppsta * This is a great book because it is different to other mysteries! Asha uses the kind of coding we learn at school. I love doing coding and it's really good to see it in a story ... I think lots of kids will enjoy this book because it's exciting and there are some fun, silly bits (like the farting selfie stick). I'm looking forward to the next book in the series! -- Reviewer, 10 Years Old * Toppsta * A lot of kids use computers and do coding at school so I think most people will enjoy this book because it's exciting, I would read more in the series. -- Ewan, 10 Years Old * Toppsta * First in a new series blending science, technology, engineering and maths with deadly adventure. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
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Every Cherry Publishing Moby Dick Accessible Symbolised Edition
Book SynopsisEnjoy Every Cherry's new adaptation of Easier Classics' Moby Dickfeaturing illustrations, sensory features and symbols to accompany the text to aid in reading comprehension and accessibility.
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Faber & Faber Podkin and the Tentacled Terror
Book SynopsisAfter claiming the Singing Spear, Podkin heads to the sea to search out the last gift of all - the anvil of Magmarok - which is hidden inside a mysterious labyrinth.
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Zebra's Great Escape
Book Synopsis_______________ A TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK **'The year's most magnificent adventure' - Guardian** **'Fizzing with anarchic energy' - Daily Mail** **'An intoxicating adventure' - Observer** **'Utterly engaging' - Sunday Times** _______________ Mink doesn’t believe in rules. She loves running wild and free. So, when a zebra appears in the square where she lives and she finds out that his parents have been captured by the evil Mr Spit, she knows that it’s up to her to help. So begins a grand adventure to rescue a whole menagerie of animals – an adventure that will take all of Mink’s courage and determination. Written with generous helpings of warmth and humour, this is a timeless picture book about bravery, friendship and the importance of taking action. With stunning illustrations by award-winning illustrator Sara Ogilvie, illustrator of The Detective Dog, this modern classic from bestselling children's author Katherine Rundell is an unmissable treat.Trade ReviewJoyously anarchic in both word and illustration, sizzling with imagination and colour * Guardian *An intoxicating adventure * Observer Picture Books of the Month *Fizzing with anarchic energy, this beautifully illustrated escapade is a romp from start to finish * Daily Mail *Rundell and Ogilvie have more than earned their stripes as a duo with this pacy zebra caper * The Times *A delightful modern-day classic with a strong-willed and determined young girl whose passion for fighting for what is right is something all readers can aspire to * Books for Keeps *Rundell has identified a need in the children’s books market: longer, wordier picture books for five to seven-year-olds that have the large pages and beautiful pictures of titles for younger children but with more challenging language, a meatier story and some very fruity baddies * Times Children's Book of the Week *Utterly engaging * Sunday Times *The year's most magnificent adventure * Guardian - Best Children's Books of the Year *A writer with an utterly distinctive voice and wild imagination * Philip Pullman *One of our most talented writers for children * Observer *Rundell’s playful style is paired with the bright, bustling drawings of Ogilvie to tell an intoxicating adventure. * The Guardian *
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Nosy Crow Ltd Zoes Rescue Zoo The Playful Panda Zoes Rescue Zoo
Book SynopsisWhen Great-Uncle Horace brings back lost and homeless animals from his travels around the globe, it falls to Zoe and her mum, the zoo vet, to settle them into their new home. This suits Zoe perfectly, because she can talk to animals! But that's a secret! Panda twins arrive. How will Zoe tell them apart? Because one is sooo naughty, that's how!
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Pan Macmillan The Breakfast Club Adventures The Phantom Thief
Book SynopsisMarcus Rashford MBE is Manchester United's iconic number 10 and an England International footballer.During the lockdown imposed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Marcus teamed up with the food distribution charity FareShare to cover the free school meal deficit for vulnerable children across the UK, raising in excess of 20 million pounds. Marcus successfully lobbied the British Government to u-turn policy around the free food voucher program a campaign that has been deemed the quickest turnaround of Government policy in the history of British politics so that 1.3 million vulnerable children continued to have access to food supplies whilst schools were closed during the pandemic.In response to Marcus's End Child Food Poverty campaign, the British Government committed 400 million to support vulnerable children across the UK, supporting 1.7 million children for the next 12 months.In October 2020, he was appointed MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours. Marcus has committed himself to combating child poverty in the UK and his book You Are a Champion, written with Carl Anka, is an inspiring guide for children about reaching their full potential. Marcus's first fiction title, The Breakfast Club Adventures, was written with Alex Falase-Koya.Alex Falase-Koya is a London native. He has been both reading and writing since he was a teenager; anything at the cross-section of social commentary and genre fiction floats his boat. He was a winner of Spread the Word's 2019 London Writers Awards for YA/children's. He now lives in Walthamstow with his girlfriend and two cats. He is the cowriter of Marcus Rashford's debut children's fiction title The Breakfast Club Adventures.Marta Kissi studied BA Illustration & Animation at Kingston University and MA Visual Communication at the Royal College of Art. Her favourite part of being an illustrator is bringing stories to life by designing charming characters and the wonderful worlds they live in. She shares a studio with her husband James.Trade ReviewA super-fun story about friendship, community and having exciting adventures. * The Week Junior on The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Beast Beyond the Fence *A great story of developing young friendships, delving into some of the issues children of this age group may be facing, and helping them find the tools they need to grow with confidence. * The Liverpool Echo on The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Beast Beyond the Fence *
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Allen & Unwin Bravepaw and the Heartstone of Alluria Bravepaw 1
Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED: 2025 Book of the Year for Younger Children, Australian Book Industry AwardsSHORTLISTED: 2024 Best Children''s Fiction, Aurealis AwardsSelected as one of the Best Middle Grade for 2024 - Readings Books A fully illustrated and brilliantly readable adventure full of magic and prophecy, quests, heroism and loyal friendship - the world of Bravepaw will hook young readers until the very last page. This is the stuff of legend. Titch has always longed for adventure - just like the gallant mouse hero Bravepaw in all her favourite stories. But she is the smallest mouse in her family, living in a peaceful little village where nothing exciting ever happens . . . until DIRE TROUBLE comes to the Plateau! Titch and her best friend Huckleberry must set out on a DANGEROUS QUEST to take the Heartstone to repair the crack in the heart of Alluria before the whole world breaks apart. Can Titch ever hope to live up to the legend of Bravepaw?
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Weldon Owen Children's Books Daring Dolphin Rescue
Book SynopsisPage-turning, fact-based fiction for independent readers, inspired by real-life OceanX explorers and discoveries Marena Montoya is learning how marine mammals talk to each other. But her bigger challenge is learning how to communicate with her new study partner, Samuel, as sea mammal rescues-and their own lives-will depend on it. A baby sea otter and a dolphin need Marena and Samuel's help, but when the team investigates strange sounds under the ocean, they become the ones in need of rescue. Trapped and in trouble, can Marena and Samuel escape on their own? Or will they need a little help from a sea mammal friend?
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UCLan Publishing The Yetis Sneeze
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Penguin Readers Level 3 A Wrinkle in Time ELT
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.A Wrinkle in Time, a Level 3 Reader, is A2 in the CEFR framework. The text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, introducing first conditional, past continuous and present perfect simple for general experience. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear on most pages.Meg''s father has disappeared, and her family wants him back. One day, Meg and her little brother meet three strange women. The women know about Meg''s father, and they want to help her.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.
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Abrams Outer Banks Dead Break
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Walker Books Ltd Secret Weapon
Book SynopsisAn essential collection of seven explosive Alex Rider stories by number one bestselling author, Anthony Horowitz.Ever since MI6 recognized his potential, Alex Rider has constantly been thrust into the line of danger. From a routine visit to the dentist that turns into a chase through the streets of London, to a school trip with a deadly twist, no day has ever been ordinary for the teenage super-spy. This collection of thrilling adventures features familiar and new assailants from the best-loved world of Alex Rider, and also includes three never-before-seen stories.
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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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Penguin Random House Children's UK Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead Book 3
Book SynopsisWinner of the Goodreads Choice Award 2017 for Best Middle Grade & Children''s!Loki the trickster god is free from his chains. Now he''s readying Naglfar, the Ship of the Dead, armed with a host of giants and zombies, to sail against the Norse gods and begin the final battle of Ragnarok.It''s up to Magnus Chase and his friends to stop Loki''s plans. Along the way, they will face angry sea gods, hostile giants, and an evil fire-breathing dragon. But Magnus''s biggest challenge will be facing his own inner demons . . .
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Kid Who Fell Through Time
Book SynopsisAngus had never been very interested in history until he visited it by accident one Tuesday night.'History has always seemed pretty boring to Angus. Who cares about things that happened thousands of years ago? Totally pointless! That's what Angus thinks until the day he accidentally falls into a shopping trolley and ends up travelling through time with Marge, the lady who runs the cheese counter at the local supermarket, and who is also FROM THE FUTURE.And so begins the most epic adventure of his life exploring a market in Roman Britain, hanging out with Shakespeare, making new friends in Ancient Egypt. Oh, and trying to escape the Evil Emperor Kragg from the 99th Century who is determined to destroy the planet.Can Angus and his new friends make it out of the past unscathed and, more importantly, is camel cheese really as bad as you imagine? Only time will tell!This epic and hilarious time travel adventure takes you from Roman Britain to th
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HarperCollins Publishers Pokémon Underwater Adventure Graphic Novel
Book SynopsisFans of Pokémon won''t want to miss this cool graphic novel with two exciting new stories!This 80-page, full-colour graphic novel includes two stories jam-packed with awesome adventure and Pokémon battles.First, Goh and Ash are on a quest to catch a wild Kingdra! But deep below the ocean's surface, they discover some mysterious surprises in this action-packed mission!Next up, Team Rocket find themselves down on their luck until the pursuit of a Pelipper teaches them that good fortune might come and go but Team Rocket is forever!With tons of art on every page from the animated show this comic book is the perfect companion for Pokémon fans. Two exciting stories in one Cool comic compilation!
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HarperCollins Publishers Pokémon Young Readers Level 1 Meet Quaxly
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Mythmakers
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Hachette Children's Group How to Train Your Dragon How to Twist a Dragons
Book SynopsisRead the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films! Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup''s father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero. Over on Lava-Lout Island, the volcano is ready to blow. Now Hiccup faces a terrifying Quest to Stop the Volcano Exploding, alongside his best friend Fishlegs and Humungously Hotshot the ex-Hero.But not only is Lava-Lout Island full of EXTERMINATOR DRAGONS, Hiccup''s ARCH ENEMY is also lurking - and he''s seeking REVENGE! How to Train Your Dragon is a major award-winning DreamWorks film series. There is also a new live action movie due to be released in 2025. The TV series, Riders of Berk, can be seen on CBeebies and Cartoon Network.Trade Review'exuberantly illustrated ... laugh out-loud books, they will convert even the most relcutant reader to take their first dip.' * Julia Golding, TES *'a hilarious and gripping adventure, beautifully paced and studded with great dramatic scenes.' * Amanda Craig, Times *'Cowell writes laugh-out-loud books with plenty of boy appeal ... Cowell's anarchic drawings suit the slapstick humour.' * The Herald *'Fiercely exciting and laugh-aloud funny, it is as full of joy for children of 7+ who have given up reading as for those who love it.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *Irresistably funny, exciting and endearing * Amanda Craig, The Times *CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK: This book is great fun and has a Blackadderish sense of humour ... full of the sort of jokes that will make schoolboys snigger. * Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times *How to Train Your Dragon is a delightful narrative caper... It offers a challenging read to 11-year-olds, and rewards reading aloud, especially for those who relish an element of theatre at story time. * Sunday Herald, Glasgow *... raucous and slapstick ... liberally illustrated with [Cressida Cowell's] riotous drawings, notes and maps. * The Financial Times *[Cressida Cowell] puts a contemporary spin on the old brains over brawn moral and brings the story to a climax with a thrilling dragon duel. Lots for lots of different readers to enjoy. * Books for Keeps *Bulging with good jokes, funny drawings and dramatic scenes, it is absolutely wonderful. * Independent on Sunday *'funny, outrageous and will lure in the most reluctant reader.' * The Spectator *'If you haven't discovered Hiccup yet, you're missing out on one of the greatest inventions of modern children's literature.' * Julia Eccleshare, Guardian children's editor *
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Hachette Children's Group Crookhaven The Island Heist
Book SynopsisThe third book in the irresistible series about chosen family, high stakes thievery, and what it really means to do good. Perfect for fans of M.G. Leonard and Anthony Horowitz.It''s Gabriel''s third year at Crookhaven School for Thieves. Along with the usual Break-In challenge - this year to Reclamation island - and difficult new classes like Signs & Signals, Gabriel and his friends have another goal: taking down the Nameless.The Nameless are the very worst type of criminals - they steal, trick and kidnap for their own benefit, rather than to do good in the world. Each member of Gabriel''s crew has a very personal reason for wanting to take the Nameless down - but what can a group of underage school children do compared to the most powerful crew of the underworld?Luckily, there might be something hidden at Crookhaven that could help them. But first they have to find it...The third book in the ''criminally good'' Crookhaven series, the
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Hachette Children's Group Midnight Treasure
Book SynopsisA breathtaking new fantasy world from the award-winning author of The Last Wild. In an empire of vampirs and werwolves, Tibor and Roza are hunting a treasure more valuable than gold ... For readers who loved Katherine Rundell''s Impossible Creatures or S.F. Said''s Tyger.Tibor is a child of the night, a werwolf, adopted by his guardian, a powerful vampir. He and his friend Roza are on the deadliest of quests, and one that will test their very immortality. And they''re not the only ones hunting for the Midnight Treasure. Battling with bears, wrestling with vampirs and racing against the clock, Tibor and Roza must decide who to trust. And whether they will dare reveal the secrets ... of the Midnight Treasure. From the award-winning Piers Torday comes this spectacular, irresistible treasure hunt: there will be clues, spells, imprisonments and escapes, fights, betrayals ... but above all there will be courage and hope.
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Rosie Raja: Churchill's Spy
Book SynopsisBook Band: Dark Red (ideal for ages 10+) A thrilling and empowering WWII adventure about the French resistance and their British allies, with a determined, Muslim heroine. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Carroll, and those looking for diverse historical fiction. July, 1941. Rosina Raja is half-Indian and half-English. She has always lived in India, so when her mother passes away and she moves to England (where it rains all the time) she is miserable and doesn’t have any friends. Life changes dramatically for Rosie when she discovers that her army captain father is actually a spy for the British government. She can’t bear to be left behind so she stows away in his plane. Finding herself in occupied France, Rosie is soon drawn into the struggle against the Nazis. With new allies and new enemies at every turn, she must help her father complete his mission, and more importantly… make sure they both get home alive.Trade ReviewGripping, such a brilliant, fresh addition to the shelf. * Emma Carroll, author of Letters from the Lighthouse *Perfect for fans of war-time historical fiction. I loved Rosie’s story. * Jasbinder Bilan, author of Asha and the Spirit Bird *A vivid and gripping, superbly told historical adventure. * Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs and The Girl Who Speaks Bear *Rosie Raja’s thrilling and heart-felt adventure is a triumph! It’s full of secrets and spies, bravery and betrayal, and it shines a light on the often overlooked sacrifice of Indian personnel in WW2 * Dan Smith, author of My Brother's Secret and Nisha's War *Loved Rosie Raja! A gripping, action-packed and sensitively-told historical adventure with a bold Muslim heroine who has a foot in two worlds. Another brilliant book from Sufiya Ahmed. * Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of Never Show a T-Rex a Book and Cash *... I genuinely feared for Rosie's safety because I had really learned to love her. Her attitude, her directness, her desire to learn. I'd suggest this is a must have for any class studying the Second World War, especially as it embraces colonial history in a way that lots of WW2 literature completely misses. * Fleur Hitchcock, author of The Boy Who Flew and Murder in Midwinter *
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Sweet Cherry Publishing Blue's Planet: Australia
Book SynopsisYou’re never too young to save the word. Blue has always dreamt of joining her parents as they document environmental issues around the world. Finally, she gets her wish. A hot summer in Australia brings Blue face to face with the climate crisis. From volunteering at a wildlife hospital to joining a koala rescue mission, she’s determined to make a difference. But with bushfires raging out of control, no animal is safe – and no human either. About the Blue's Planet Series: Blue’s Planet is a globetrotting ecological adventure series, following a passionate 12-year-old animal lover called Blue and her quest to save the world. Whether its climate change and wildfires in Australia, or wildlife trafficking and palm oil deforestation in Borneo, nothing will stop Blue from making a difference and encouraging others to do the same. Perfect for budding young environmentalists and fans of Greta Thunberg.
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Cranthorpe Millner Publishers The Transference
Book SynopsisThe Transference is a coming of age fantasy novel, with elements of magic, horror, action and intrigue, following a young woman's fight against the sinister ambitions of those in power.
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Kingdom Over the Sea
Book Synopsis‘Enchanting, immersive and beautifully imagined. Once I’d finished, I couldn’t stop dreaming of this magnificent magical world’ A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief 'Spellbinding storytelling - lyrical, heartfelt, and glittering with possibilities' Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs'Intricately-woven and wholly authentic.' Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of StarsMy own Yara, if you are reading this, then something terrible has happened, and you are on your own. To return to the city of Zehaira, you must read out the words on the back of this letter . . . Good luck, my brave girl. When Yara’s mother passes away, she leaves behind a letter and a strange set of instructions. Yara must travel from the home she has always known to a place that is not on any map – Zehaira, a world of sorcTrade Review“Spellbinding storytelling - lyrical, heartfelt, and glittering with possibilities.” -- Sophie Anderson * author of The House with Chicken Legs *"A stunning story of the power of words and standing up for what’s right. Absolutely magnificent." -- Lizzie Huxley-Jones"Intricately-woven and wholly authentic." -- Aisha Bushby * author of A Pocket Full of Stars *“Pure alchemy on the page, every word woven with a spell of enchantment. I can't wait for a return trip to Zehaira.” -- Zillah Bethell“A beautiful book. Sumptuous and compelling, it had me gripped from the very first page. A magical thing.” -- Joanna Nadin"Lyrical prose, strong characters and an utterly enchanting magical world." -- Abi Elphinstone"Utterly mesmerising. I loved journeying with Yara!" -- A.M. Dassu"Beautifully written and utterly captivating – I loved it!" -- Sarah Crossan"Steeped in elemental magic and myth, with brilliantly real characters and breath-catching tension, this is storytelling readers won’t want to miss." -- Sarah Driver * author of The Huntress Trilogy *“One of the best children’s fantasy debuts I’ve read in years.” -- Anna James * author of the Pages & Co Series *"A glorious debut brimming with magic and warmth. The Kingdom Over The Sea dazzled me every time I turned the page." -- Natasha Hastings"Undoubtably a classic in the making. A rich, magical world that any child would long to get lost in." -- Sarah Underwood
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Toys in Space
Book SynopsisWhat happens when you leave your toys out in the garden at night? They get beamed into space - that's what! Join our plucky band as they explore the cosmos, and help out one lonely alien along the way...
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Pan Macmillan The Wonder Team and the Forgotten Footballers
Book SynopsisLeah Williamson plays as a defender for Arsenal and the Lionesses, England Women's Football team. In the summer of 2022 Leah captained the Lionesses to victory in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022.As the first captain in the men's or women's senior teams to lead England to a European victory, Leah is uniquely positioned to motivate and inspire younger generations, and her first book, You Have the Power, is an empowering guide for children.Jordan Glover grew up with her nose perpetually lodged in a book and as an adult, not much has changed. After completing her History Degree at The University of Edinburgh, Jordan trained as a teacher and taught Key Stage 2 before becoming a full-time writer. She now holds a Master's Degree with Distinction in Creative Writing from the Open University.When not searching for magic and adventure between the pages of her current read, you can find Jordan living in Cambridgeshire, embarking on thrilling escapades with her husband, son, cat, and dog. The Wonder Team and the Forgotten Footballers is the first instalment in the bestselling The Wonder Team series.Robin Boyden is a freelance illustrator based in Herefordshire in the West of England. In 2007 he graduated from University College Falmouth with a First Class Honours Degree and soon after completed a Masters in Art and Design.Robin works in the picture book and middle grade fiction market and has previously worked as editorial illustrator. He has twice been selected for the AOI Images annual and has worked for numerous clients in the publishing and editorial sectors worldwide.Trade ReviewMysterious, adventurous and dramatic. * The Week Junior *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Whale Rider
Book SynopsisIn every generation since the legendary ''whale rider'', a male descendant inherits the title of chief. But now there is no male heir-there''s only Kahu. She should be next in line for the title, but her great-grandfather is blinded by tradition and sees no use for a girl.But Kahu will not be ignored. And in her struggle, she has a unique ally: the ancient whale rider himself. With a fierce determination and the power of her gifts, Kahu may be able to strengthen her tribe''s ancestral connections, earn her great-grandfather''s attention-and lead her community to a bold new future.Can she embrace her destiny and become the next whale rider?
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Stig of the Dump A Puffin Book
Book SynopsisPuffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every child. The Thing sitting in the corner seemed to be interested. It got up and moved towards Barney, into the light. Barney was glad to see it was Somebody after all. Funny way to dress though, he thought, rabbit-skins round the middle and no shoes or socks. Barney spends a lot of time by himself, and often goes wandering off alone. One day he is exploring by the edge of an old chalk-pit, when it gives way. Finding himself in some sort of cave, Barney is astonished to discover a ''somebody'' living there: somebody with a lot of shaggy hair and two bright black eyes, wearing a rabbit skin and speaking in grunts. Barney names him Stig, and the two quickly become best friends. Of course nobody believes Barney when he tells his family all about Stig. But Barney doesn''t care. He and Stig are far too busy having a brilliant series of unforgettable adventures. Much-beloved by childr
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Dino Dad Big School Talent Show
Book SynopsisA magical dino-tastic adventure series from children''s TV superstar Andy Day, with amazing illustrations from illustrator powerhouse Steven Lenton!What if YOUR dad could change into a dinosaur?Hello! It''s me, Ruby Thumb. You might remember me and my dad - we''re famous POOPAs. What do you mean you''ve not heard of us? And you don''t know what a POOPA is?! It means we''re Protector Of Our Dinosaur Allies - obviously!Me and my dad have loads of amazing adventures in Dinotropolis - an incredible island, full of dinosaurs who live just like us humans do. And when we go there using our special magic Ammonite shell, we turn into dinosaurs too!Let me tell you about the time I spent the week at Pangea's Largest Outstanding Prehistoric School - or PLOPS, as we call it, ha! - AND took part in the Big School Talent Show. I was quite nervous about starting school - and there were a few dino-tastic surprises along the way - but in the end it was totally roarsome!A hilarious and brilliantly illustrated easy-to-read story peppered with real dino facts - perfect for any young dinosaur-lover!Make sure you read Ruby''s first two adventures - Dino Dad, and Dino Dad: Ice Age, out now - and look out for Dino Dad: Dino Detectives, coming Summer 2025. Here''s what real readers are saying about Dino Dad!My son loves both dinosaurs and Andy, so this book was an absolute hit with himA great way to help children transition into chapter books with beloved TV star AndyThe story is fun and engaging, with just the right amount of humour to keep them gigglingGreat book for kids aged 5-8 years old. The artwork is great, the story is fun and there's also a learning element to itA delightful and engaging story that's perfect for young Andy Day or dinosaur fans
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Hachette Children's Group Gallagher Girls Id Tell You I Love You But Then
Book SynopsisGallagher Academy might claim to be a school for geniuses - but it''s really a school for spies. Cammie Morgan is fluent in fourteen languages and capable of killing a man in seven different ways (three of which involve a piece of uncooked spaghetti). But the one thing the Gallagher Academy hasn''t prepared her for is what to do when she falls for an ordinary boy who thinks she''s an ordinary girl. Sure, she can tap his phone, hack into his computer, and track him through a mall without his ever being the wiser, but can Cammie have a normal relationship with a boy who can never know the truth about her?Trade ReviewIf ever there were a new series chock full of characters to make Harry, Ron, Hermione et al look like wimps, then this is it. * thebookbag.co.uk *A great guilty pleasure read for those of you out there who also harbour secret dreams of becoming a spy, or even those who just want a light-hearted break from studying for their exams. Go out, grab a copy, step out of your reality bubble and enjoy! * Teen Today *A short, fun, fast-moving book. * INIS *This book is absolutely incredible. * Teen Titles *I couldn't put it down. * Katie, 15 *I was so excited when I got this book I read it in 24 hours...11/10! * Toya, 14 *Tore through it in like 4 days, and really loved it. It's a nice guilty pleasure. * Aime, 15 *Best book in the world. * Ellie, 13 *Entertaining and witty... refreshing * Southern Daily Echo *Ally Carter is an author that you simply can't miss. * Gripped into Books *Fast paced and suspense-building, this witty novel is enthralling. * Lincolnshire Echo *Carter really digs deep and expresses the life of not just a teenage spy, but also a teenage girl. Amazing 5/5. Siobhan Heagney yr 7 pupil at Kenton School Newcastle * Newcastle Evening Chronicle *Fast-paced, funny and action-packed. * tBk Magazine *Funny... great story... five out of five stars. * WRD Magazine *If ever there were a new series chock full of characters to make Harry, Ron, Hermione et al look like wimps, then this is it. * thebookbag.co.uk *Ally Carter's stories are a must for any teenage girl's bookshelf. Amazing. 5/5 * Newcastle Evening Chronicle *A great guilty pleasure read for those of you out there who also harbour secret dreams of becoming a spy, or even those who just want a light-hearted break from studying for their exams. Go out, grab a copy, step out of your reality bubble and enjoy! * Teen Today *A short, fun, fast-moving book. * INIS *This book is absolutely incredible. * Teen Titles *I couldn't put it down. * Katie, 15 *I was so excited when I got this book I read it in 24 hours...11/10! * Toya, 14 *Tore through it in like 4 days, and really loved it. It's a nice guilty pleasure. * Aime, 15 *Best book in the world. * Ellie, 13 *Entertaining and witty... refreshing * Southern Daily Echo *Ally Carter is an author that you simply can't miss. * Gripped into Books *Fast paced and suspense-building, this witty novel is enthralling. * Lincolnshire Echo *Carter really digs deep and expresses the life of not just a teenage spy, but also a teenage girl. Amazing 5/5. Siobhan Heagney yr 7 pupil at Kenton School Newcastle * Newcastle Evening Chronicle *Fast-paced, funny and action-packed. * tBk Magazine *Funny... great story... five out of five stars. * WRD Magazine *
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Hachette Children's Group How to Train Your Dragon How to Fight a Dragons
Book SynopsisRead the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films! Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup''s father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero. It is the Doomsday of Yule. At the end of this day, either the humans or the dragons will face extinction. Alvin the Treacherous is about to be crowned the King of the Wilderwest on the island of Tomorrow. His reign of terror will begin with the destruction of dragons everywhere.The fate of the dragon world lies in the hands of one young boy: Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third. If Hiccup can''t beat Alvin the Treacherous then the entire human AND dragon race will become extinct. The time has come to prove himself, once and for all. Will Hiccup - with the help of his friends FishlTrade ReviewThere is a deep humanity to the novel's resolution, which understands that endings are not really endings at all, and that life contains a mixture of the good, the evil and the just plain ordinary. The best children's books make the world magical. As every child looks for Narnia in the back of a wardrobe, so I hope that, for years to come, children will see dragons all around them. How to fight a dragon's fury is a resounding finale, full of fire and smoke, love, honour and old fashioned thrills. It's a triumph. -- Philip Womack * The Daily Telegraph *Very funny * Evening Echo (Cork) *Praise for the series: Cressida Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books fill every spread with scales and fangs and typographical jeux d'esprit * The Independent *I am really sad this series has ended because it's my absolute favourite series. I have enjoyed all of Hiccup's adventures and really wish dragons were real; I would love to go into my garden and discover a Riproarer or maybe a triple-headed Deadly Shadow * The Guardian *Brilliantly written * Woman’s Way *An epic finale -- Noah Sanders, aged 10 * Northern Scot Midweek Extra *There are some really touching moments alongside rip roaring adventure...I am going to really miss Hiccup's dragon Toothless * South Wales Evening Post *Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books stand out not only for their humour, excitement, and startlingly vivid descriptive language, but also, more surprisingly, for their profound meditations on complex political, historical, emotional and moral themes. They incite children to reason and to question, and inspire their imagination and inquisitiveness. * Philosophy Now Magazine *Cowell still writes these with pep and inventiveness * The Daily Telegraph *If your child's already a fan they'll devour this in a few hours; if not, cancel all Christmas plans and prepare for some mammoth reading sessions * The School Run *My children's book of the year... [How to Train Your Dragon] has kept a consistent flow of brilliant characters, jokes, stylish writing, illustrations and ideas - and the finale is tremendous. Her geeky, once-despised Viking hero, Hiccup, saves humanity (and dragons) from certain doom in an unpredictable, satisfying way. This series is one of the greatest ever written for those between eight and 12. Buy them all and your holidays will be blessed with perfect peace. -- Amanda Craig * The New Statesman *Wihtout question, Cowell has crafted a modern classic. The world she has created, throwing readers back into a time when dragons and humans inhabited the same place, is every bit as consuming and deep as Harry's in Hogwarts ... And so the fight -- part Doctor Who, part biblical epic -- begins.gripping, a worthy end to something very special * The Big Issue *Cressida Cowell won the Philosophy Now prize this year ... it turns out that the adventures of Hiccup, the Heroes and the dragons raise big questions about courage, parent-child relationships, friendship, bullying, what is means to be a boy and particularly, what is truly valuable. This opens with a sock-it-to-'em chapter and builds from there * The Sunday Times *This book is awesome; a truly fitting finale for such an amazing series * The guardian.com *Flaming good * Daily Express *The future is in the hands of a popular hero, Hiccup, who'll make you laugh along the way. Superb illustrations, too. * Chase *The story is full of excitement, danger, magic and triumph. This tremendous final adventure for Hiccup and his dragons is unmissable * The Week Junior *[Toothless] is the world's most adorable dragon, and there are probably very few who would argue that * Express.co.uk *With a story that soars and dips, twists and turns like a dragon's flight path, this is the brilliant final episode in a series that belongs on the bookshelves of every child who loves a turbulent thriller of a take * Daily Record *If your children haven't discovered these brilliant stories yet, they're missing a trick. * Daily Express *Now out in paperback is How to Fight a Dragon's Fury, the 12th and last in the series of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III's hilariously haphazard instruction manuals on how to be a hero the hard way * Evening Echo (Cork) *This is my favourite book ever! It's about different types of dragons, how they behave and how to find them! ... I adore this book so much that I couldn't stop reading it! * The guardian.com *There is a deep humanity to the novel's resolution, which understands that endings are not really endings at all, and that life contains a mixture of the good, the evil and the just plain ordinary. The best children's books make the world magical. As every child looks for Narnia in the back of a wardrobe, so I hope that, for years to come, children will see dragons all around them. How to fight a dragon's fury is a resounding finale, full of fire and smoke, love, honour and old fashioned thrills. It's a triumph. -- Philip Womack * The Daily Telegraph *Cowell addresses some big issues in this magical and mysterious tale that is bound to become a modern classic * The Independent *Very funny * Evening Echo (Cork) *Praise for the series: Cressida Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books fill every spread with scales and fangs and typographical jeux d'esprit * The Independent *I am really sad this series has ended because it's my absolute favourite series. I have enjoyed all of Hiccup's adventures and really wish dragons were real; I would love to go into my garden and discover a Riproarer or maybe a triple-headed Deadly Shadow * The Guardian *Brilliantly written * Woman’s Way *An epic finale -- Noah Sanders, aged 10 * Northern Scot Midweek Extra *There are some really touching moments alongside rip roaring adventure...I am going to really miss Hiccup's dragon Toothless * South Wales Evening Post *Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books stand out not only for their humour, excitement, and startlingly vivid descriptive language, but also, more surprisingly, for their profound meditations on complex political, historical, emotional and moral themes. They incite children to reason and to question, and inspire their imagination and inquisitiveness. * Philosophy Now Magazine *Cowell still writes these with pep and inventiveness * The Daily Telegraph *If your child's already a fan they'll devour this in a few hours; if not, cancel all Christmas plans and prepare for some mammoth reading sessions * The School Run *My children's book of the year... [How to Train Your Dragon] has kept a consistent flow of brilliant characters, jokes, stylish writing, illustrations and ideas - and the finale is tremendous. Her geeky, once-despised Viking hero, Hiccup, saves humanity (and dragons) from certain doom in an unpredictable, satisfying way. This series is one of the greatest ever written for those between eight and 12. Buy them all and your holidays will be blessed with perfect peace. -- Amanda Craig * The New Statesman *Wihtout question, Cowell has crafted a modern classic. The world she has created, throwing readers back into a time when dragons and humans inhabited the same place, is every bit as consuming and deep as Harry's in Hogwarts ... And so the fight -- part Doctor Who, part biblical epic -- begins.gripping, a worthy end to something very special * The Big Issue *Cressida Cowell won the Philosophy Now prize this year ... it turns out that the adventures of Hiccup, the Heroes and the dragons raise big questions about courage, parent-child relationships, friendship, bullying, what is means to be a boy and particularly, what is truly valuable. This opens with a sock-it-to-'em chapter and builds from there * The Sunday Times *This book is awesome; a truly fitting finale for such an amazing series * The guardian.com *Flaming good * Daily Express *The future is in the hands of a popular hero, Hiccup, who'll make you laugh along the way. Superb illustrations, too. * Chase *The story is full of excitement, danger, magic and triumph. This tremendous final adventure for Hiccup and his dragons is unmissable * The Week Junior *[Toothless] is the world's most adorable dragon, and there are probably very few who would argue that * Express.co.uk *With a story that soars and dips, twists and turns like a dragon's flight path, this is the brilliant final episode in a series that belongs on the bookshelves of every child who loves a turbulent thriller of a take * Daily Record *If your children haven't discovered these brilliant stories yet, they're missing a trick. * Daily Express *Now out in paperback is How to Fight a Dragon's Fury, the 12th and last in the series of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III's hilariously haphazard instruction manuals on how to be a hero the hard way * Evening Echo (Cork) *This is my favourite book ever! It's about different types of dragons, how they behave and how to find them! ... I adore this book so much that I couldn't stop reading it! * The guardian.com *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Cameron Battle and the Hidden Kingdoms
Book SynopsisPercy Jackson meets Black Panther - this blockbuster middle-grade fantasy adventure is perfect for fans of Amari and the Night Brothers. Cameron Battle grew up reading The Book of Chidani, cherishing stories about the fabled kingdom that cut itself off from the world to save the Igbo people from danger. Passed down over generations, the Book is Cameron’s only connection to his parents, who disappeared one fateful night two years ago. Ever since, his grandmother has kept the Book locked away, but it calls to Cameron. When he and his best friends, Zion and Aliyah, decide to open it again, they are magically transported to Chidani. Instead of a land of beauty and wonder, they find a kingdom in extreme danger, as the queen’s sister seeks to destroy the barrier between worlds. The people of Chidani have been waiting for the last Descendant to return and save them … but is Cameron ready to be the hero they need? Inspired by West African and Igbo history and mythology, this adventure-filled fantasy introduces readers to Cameron Battle as he begins his journey to greatness.Trade ReviewAtmospheric, absorbing and twisty, with great voices and so many original ideas. I loved this breath-taking adventure, and it’s such a treat to see Igbo people centred! * Clare Weze *Full of exhilarating action scenes and fabulous magic, this book will sweep you away! * Stephanie Burgis *Gripping and fast-this is also a novel that foregrounds acceptance and queerness via the emotional tenderness between tweenage boys * Observer *Packed full of action and adventure, this is a book that readers of fantasy aged 9 and above will find wholly engrossing … With echoes of Jumanji, Black Panther and the Narnia series, this would be a great choice for readers who are not yet old enough for Children of Blood and Bone * BookTrust *Perry has written an action-packed fantasy with Igbo and other African mythology ... This title is a must-read for fans of Kwame Mbalia's Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky. * Booklist *The way it draws on Igbo mythology gives it a particular power and this is a heartfelt story of legacy, loss and the power of perseverance with a strong cast of characters * Books for Keeps *Inspired by West-African and Igbo mythology, this is Percy Jackson meets Black Panther in a blockbuster middle-grade adventure * Pen & Inc *A wonderfully exciting book full of adventure and heart ... perfect for any middle grade fan who is seeking awesome action * PaperBound Magazine *
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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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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Book SynopsisAward-winning creators Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris are back with the second volume in the bestselling The First Cat in Space graphic novel series! Secret tales of woe, hilarious new characters, and dangerous plans of sabotage will keep readers delighted and laughing until the thrilling climax. Perfect for fans of Dog Man and InvestiGators. The Moon Queen has been poisoned?bySOUP. With few she can trust in her own royal court, she and First Cat will have to journey alone to find the antidote. If only LOZ 4000 were still with them . . . But our once-heroic toenail clipping robot is on the run, looking for new purpose in this vast universe.Unbeknownst to our trio, secret forces are working against them. In a world of villainous cowboys, high-speed chases, and falling pianos, can our iconic trio find their way back to one another and save the Moon Queen before it?s too late? And who would want to poison her? Is Captain Babybeard, the adorable baby pirate, in this one?Praise for The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza ?Ridicuously fun.? ?Dav Pilkey, creator of Dog Man ?Epic.? ?Kirkus Infectious. ? Publishers Weekly (starred review)Laugh-out-loud. ? School Library Journal (starred review)* Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List Selection * As Seen on the TODAY Show * School Library Journal Best Book of the Year * Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year * New York Public Library Best Book of the Year * An Indie Next List Selection *
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Scholastic The Day I Fell Down the Toilet
Book SynopsisFrom the talented brother-sister duo of Stephen and Anita Mangancomes this exciting fully illustrated adventure.
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Oxford University Press Storm Catchers
Book SynopsisFin is devastated by guilt when his sister, Ella, is kidnapped. She is snatched away from the house in the middle of a storm. As the kidnappers make their demands, Fin''s guilt is replaced by a fierce determination to find his sister by whatever means he can, and bring the criminals to justice. But as the drama unfolds, a complex web of family secrets is revealed. It emerges that Ella''s kidnapping is revenge for mistakes Fin''s father made, years before. The consequences will change all their lives forever.Trade ReviewBowler's latest classic is a psychological thriller that's every bit as classy as the works of Barbara Vine. * The Guardian *Storm Catchers is a cliff-top hanger . . . an atmospheric tale that is suspenseful and scary * The Sunday Times *It's heady stuff, full of atmosphere, energy and emotional shrapnel. * Lindsay Fraser, The Guardian *
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Andersen Press Ltd The Dragonsitter
Book Synopsis'Dear Uncle Morton. You'd better get on a plane right now and come back here. Your dragon has eaten Jemima.' It had sounded so easy: Edward was going to look after Uncle Morton's unusual pet for a week while he went on holiday. But soon the fridge is empty, the curtains are blazing, and the postman is fleeing down the garden path. 'Short, sharp and funny' - TelegraphTrade Review"Short, sharp and funny" -- Martin Chilton * Telegraph *"Will entertain any child of 7+" -- Amanda Craig * The Times *"Ideal for young or reluctant readers and belly-busting laughter for all the family" * We Love This Book *"Josh Lacey's comic timing is impeccable . . . This witty little book deserves to be read and reread" * Books for Keeps *"Hilarious. I loved the illustrations. So much fun to read." * Study In Ink Blog *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Kane Chronicles 02. The Throne of Fire
Book SynopsisEver since the gods of Ancient Egypt were unleashed on the modern world, Carter Kane and his sister, Sadie, have been in big trouble. As descendants of the magical House of Life, they command certain powers. But now a terrifying enemy - Apophis, the giant snake of chaos - is rising.Trade ReviewStorytelling that will get readers hooked. -- Philip Ardagh * The Guardian *Witty and inspired. Gripping, touching and deliciously satirical * Times *A fantastic blend of myth and modern * Eoin Colfer, author of Artemis Fowl *Sure to become a classic * Sunday Express *
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