Children’s / Teenage fiction: Action and adventure stories
TELLWELL TALENT The Supersonic Space Cadets
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£19.95
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Mapmakers
Book SynopsisReturn to the spellbinding world of Cordelia Hatmaker in this soaring magical sequel to The Hatmakers. Perfect for fans of Nevermoor, A Pinch of Magic and Harry Potter.Ever since Cordelia discovered the hidden map in her father''s precious telescope, she''s been searching the streets of London by starlight and trying to uncover its secrets. She''s sure that her missing father is out there somewhere, and that if she follows his map, she''ll finally discover the truth about his disappearance.She never expects to stumble upon a secret society of Mapmakers - or to learn that magic isn''t limited to the few Maker families, but is instead is all around, if you just know where to look . . .But danger is lurking around every corner, and Cordelia must convince the rival Maker families to work together for once - not only to bring her father home, but to save the very essence of magic itself . . .A gorgeous ad
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Lizzie and Lucky The Mystery of the Lost Chicken
Book SynopsisShortlisted for the Inclusive Books for Children Award 2024!Join young detective Lizzie and her adorable puppy Lucky on another mystery-solving adventure! With charming illustrations throughout, and fun activities to try.Lizzie and Lucky are visiting the Five Freedoms Sanctuary. It''s a lovely place for all sorts of rescued animals.When a local farmer announces some terrible plans for his land that could endanger the surrounding wildlife, our dynamic duo know they must investigate the case. Can they use their detective skills to stop him?While looking for clues, Lizzie spots some strange footprints and an unusual blue creature that stands out from the rest! But what is it, and where did it come from? Could it be the key to saving the day?Praise for the Lizzie & Lucky books:''The author''s experience of partial deafness shines through, with helpful but gentle hints about the importance of accessibility and
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Earthsea The First Four Books
Book SynopsisRebel Voices: Disruptive Stories from Trailblazing Women - a new Puffin Classics collection, celebrating International Women''s Day 2023''One of the literary greats of the 20th century'' - Margaret AtwoodEarthsea: The First Four Books is a collection of one of the most beloved and influential fantasy works of all time. The series follows two main characters: Ged, who grows from an arrogant boy to one of the most powerful mages Earthsea has ever known; and Tenar, who escapes her fate as a child-priestess, and must fight for a life of her own.Filled with soaring, dangerous and beautifully-spun magic; evocative, sweeping settings; and extraordinarily vivid, emotionally complex characters, once read, the Earthsea series will never be forgotten.Rebel Voices is a new six-part Puffin Classics collection of strikingly designed, highly collectible books, written by female authors, and celebrating courage, rebellion, strength and inspiration.Praise for The Tombs of Atuan (book two): ''A classic of stealth-missile literature, a fantasy adventure that''s actually a feminist horror thriller.'' Entertainment WeeklyTrade ReviewPraise for The Tombs of Atuan (book two) 'A fantasy adventure that's actually a feminist horror thriller.' * Entertainment Weekly *
£11.07
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Sorceress
Book SynopsisFor this he must rely on Clarent - the sister sword to Excalibur - and the sword's evil power makes it nearly impossible to use without darkness seeping into the soul of whoever wields it.What will be the price to pay for the twins to remain protected and the Dark Elders to be defeated?Trade ReviewMichael Scott is the king of fantasy * Irish Times *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel 02.
Book SynopsisDr. John Dee is two pages away from the knowledge that would bring the Dark Elders into ultimate power - and could mean the destruction of the world as we know it.Two people stand in his way: Josh and Sophie Newman.Paris: Time is running out for Nicholas Flamel and his wife Perenelle.Trade Review[Michael Scott is] the King of fantasy * The Irish Times *Scott blends the practicalities of the modern world with the magic perfectly, and this is well-written, engaging stuff * Daily Telegraph *The action proceeds at the familiar breakneck pace and with more and more dark creatures from lore and mythology coming to light * Bookfest *This book is fast-paced and gripping and will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final page * South Wales Argus *
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Random House Children's Books Its Watching
Book SynopsisA chilling middle school novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Mystery of Locked Rooms, three kids must discover who?or what?is terrorizing them after receiving an ominous meme on Halloween night. A creepy, freaky, fun-as-anything tale.?Chuck Wendig, New York Times bestselling author of Dust & GrimOn Halloween night, Josie and her two best friends, Jackson and Alison, sneak into the infamously haunted Bachelor?s Grove cemetery. They are hoping to prove the existence of a famous ghost to secure coveted editorial spots on the school newspaper. Instead, they are chased out by a security guard before they gather any evidence…or so they think.Later, a sinister meme appears on their phones. It?s an image of the ?phantom farmhouse,? an evil apparition rumored to appear to unlucky visitors at Bachelor''s Grove?luring them in…and never letting them out?with the words I?m watching dripping down the screen.Soon, strange and scary things begin to happen all around them.When a second meme from the same number arrives, this time with a countdown, they realize they have only three days to figure out who is terrorizing them. As they investigate, the trio must use their journalistic skills to uncover the truth, or risk becoming a part of the graveyard?s sinister past forever.
£8.54
Pan Macmillan The Astounding Broccoli Boy
Book SynopsisFrank Cottrell-Boyce, UK Children's Laureate 20242026, is a multi award-winning children's book author and screenwriter. Millions, his debut children's novel, won the prestigious CILIP Carnegie Medal.His other books include Cosmic, Framed, The Astounding Broccoli Boy, Sputnik's Guide to Life on Earth, Runaway Robot, Noah's Gold and The Wonder Brothers. He has enjoyed a long-standing collaboration with award-winning illustrator Steven Lenton. His books have been shortlisted for a multitude of prizes, including the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize, the Whitbread Children's Fiction Award, The Roald Dahl Funny Prize and the Blue Peter Book Award.Frank is also a highly successful screenwriter. He has written for the hit TV series Dr Who and his script for Michael Morpurgo's Kensuke's Kingdom won a British Animation Award. Along with Danny Boyle, he devised the Opening Ceremony for the London 2012 Olymp
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Hyperion Firebred
Book SynopsisNewfound friends must overcome countless danger in a quest to save the worldin this epic sequel of the Storm Dragons saga!REMY has come a long way from his life as a scrappy orphan on Cutthroat Wedge. Still on the run from the evil pirate Jhaeros, Remy and his dragon, Storm, set out to find a True Dragon, the only creature old enough to understand why the magic that powers their floating islands is dying. After a confession from a long-forgotten sky knight about the remote location of a True Dragon, Remy is more determined than ever to help save the day. But this is easier said than done when an ancient force has done everything in its power to keep that True Dragon hidden.GEM is ready to harness magic to protect her friends, but training is impossible now that she?s far away from the College of Magic. That is, until she teams up with the surly wizard Lysander aboard the Queen?s Blade, forming a begrudging partnership and beginning a journey to master magic. As Gem grows stronger, so does her desire to live up to her title as the princess by halting the kingdom?s impending doom. But what good is revealing the truth about the dire state of the world if nobody will listen?To save their realm, Remy, Gem, and Storm must evade the king?s guards, discover the hidden truths about the past, and face down a vengeful villain none of them saw coming. Together they will discover who they are, what it means to be a good friend, and what it takes to be a hero.
£13.49
Penguin Random House Children's UK Doctor Who The Sequels
Book SynopsisDiscover what happened after . . .A remarkable collection of new Doctor Who short stories that give a glimpse into the moments just after the Doctor saves the world, and the credits roll.The Doctor has had many adventures, visited many planets and made a whole host of friends (and some enemies).But if you thought it was all over after the TARDIS doors closed, and the time ship dematerialised, onto the next adventure, you'd be very much mistaken.From Earth's past, present and future, to the furthest reaches of the universe, here are ten tales that give us a glimpse into the worlds the Doctor left behind. Sometimes triumph, sometimes tragedy (and always chaos) these are stories you'll never forget.
£15.29
Hachette Children's Group Rainbow Magic Soraya the Skiing Fairy
Book SynopsisJoin Rachel and Kirsty on their adventures with the Gold Medal Games Fairies. It''s time to hit the slopes with Soraya the Skiing Fairy! When Rachel and Kirsty compete in the School Gold Medal Games, trouble seems to be around every corner. Naughty Jack Frost and his mischievous goblins are determined to sabotage the games and Rachel and Kirsty must do everything they can to help Soraya the Skiing Fairy to save the skiing event.Don''t miss the rest of the Gold Medal Games Fairies series: Layne the Surfing Fairy, Riley the Skateboarding Fairy and Jayda the Snowboarding Fairy.''These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!'' ReadingZone.comIf you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows'' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!
£5.99
Hachette Children's Group Rainbow Magic Maryam the Nurse Fairy
Book SynopsisJoin Maryam the Nurse Fairy and Rachel and Kirsty, as they help nurses everywhere to do their jobs! Maryam the Nurse Fairy helps nurses in Fairyland and the real world to care for their patients. But when her magical fob watch is stolen, nurses everywhere become forgetful and unorganised. Can Rachel and Kirsty help Maryam to restore order to the hospitals before the nurses forget their patients?Rainbow Magic is the perfect stepping stone for children to become independent readers. With black and white illustrations, short chapters and lots of books to collect, these books are really accessible for children aged 5+.''These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!'' ReadingZone.comDo YOU have a Rainbow Magic fairy? Find a fairy with your name at https://orchardseriesbooks.co.uk/rainbow-magic/ and collect all the books in the range.Trade ReviewTiana the Toy Fairy is charming story about the power of friendship and laughter. * The Tiger Tales *A toy-filled adventure. ... an excellent way to encourage the start of independent reading * Parents In Touch *
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Little, Brown Book Group Fantastic Beasts The Crimes of Grindelwald The
Book SynopsisThe Wizarding World journey continues The powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald was captured in New York with the help of Newt Scamander. But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escapes custody and sets about gathering followers, most of whom are unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings.In an effort to thwart Grindelwald''s plans, Albus Dumbledore enlists Newt, his former Hogwarts student, who agrees to help once again, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald is the second screenplay in a five-film series to be written by J.K. Rowling, author of the internationally bestselling Harry Potter books. Set in 1927, a few months after the events of Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them, and moving from New
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Abrams Flight of the Bluebird The Unintentional
Book SynopsisFasten your seat belts for some unexpected turbulence ahead, as Jaundice and Kale Bland are back for their final unintentional adventure! Now that they’ve returned from the Uncanny Valley to find their home in Dullsville in absolute shambles, the sisters are rescued by high-flying aviatrix Beatrix Airdale. This time, they’re jetting off (literally) to Egypt to uncover the mysteries of a magical scarab. By way of Casablanca and after foiling multiple attacks along the way (thanks to Jaundice’s nautical knot-tying skills and Kale’s super-sleuth powers of observation), the Bland Sisters are reunited with their parents. But it turns out that Mom and Dad aren’t as bland—or as “Bland”—as Jaundice and Kale remember. Thanks to their mother’s old archeology notebook, the Bland Sisters uncover their parents’ real identities and help them achieve victory in one final, family-filled adventure.
£10.44
Abrams Fanfare Danny Phantom Fair Game
£16.19
Abrams Appleseed Sesame Street What Hat Is That
£9.49
Hachette Children's Group A Faraway Tree Adventure In Santa Clauss Castle
Book SynopsisWhen Joe, Beth, Frannie and Rick, and their friends Silky and Saucepan-man, are turned into toys, they''re not sure how to get back to their normal state. Only one person can help them. The friends must get to very top of the Magic Faraway Tree and Santa Claus''s castle as fast as they can!The stories about the Magic Faraway Tree have been entertaining children for more than 80 years. Now these colour short stories offer a great way for young new readers to discover the adventures of Silky, Moon-Face, the Saucepan Man and all of their friends in the Enchanted Wood. Also available in this short story series:A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of BirthdaysA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Magic MedicinesA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Do-As-You-PleaseA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of GoodiesA Faraway Tree Adventure: In Santa Claus''s CastleA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of ToysA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of DreamsA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Silly SchoolA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of EnchantmentsA Faraway Tree Adventure: Joe and the Magic Snowman
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Illustrated Stories of Monsters Ogres and Giants
Book SynopsisMeet monsters, ogres and giants - plus a very grumpy troll - from all over the world. Ten entertaining stories include a female Jack climbing the beanstalk, a lonely ogre and a brave little tailor whose adventure begins with some annoying flies and a pot of jam.Table of Contents1 Jack and the Beanstalk2 The Magic Bird3 The One-Inch Prince4 The Billy Goats Gruff5 The Brave Little Tailor6 Hop-On-My-Thumb7 Theseus and the Minotaur8 The Giant Princess9 The Princess and the Ogre10 The Valley of Diamonds
£11.69
Pan Macmillan Ruby Red Shoes: A Very Aware Hare
Book SynopsisA charming, heartwarming tale, Ruby Red Shoes: A Very Aware Hare is about a hare who treats everyone's feelings with great care.Ruby Red Shoes is a white hare who lives in a prettily painted caravan with her grandmother. Ruby is gentle, cheerful and enchanting. She is a very aware hare and loves animals and people, trees and nature, flowers and sunshine – not forgetting red shoes . . . She also loves to travel! But home is where her heart lies and she loves nothing better than tending to her chickens, drinking peppermint tea and eating strawberry jam.Featuring gorgeous full-colour illustrations. This is the first installment in Kate Knapp's Ruby Red Shoes series – follow Ruby on her next adventure in Ruby Red Shoes Goes to Paris.Trade ReviewThis is a truly beautiful book that we have completely fallen in love with. The illustrations are as adorable as the story. * The Ladybird Adventures *Ruby herself is a delightful protagonist. 'An aware hare' who lives consciously from day to day, enjoying everything about her simple routine, from the veg patch to her dumpling of a cuddly grandmother. This book is so beautifully observed and elegantly written; poetic and wise. * Life As It Is *
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Hachette Children's Group Toxic: A rainforest adventure that might just be
Book SynopsisHidden in the heart of the rainforest lies a secret... can three friends survive long enough to find it? An action-packed jungle adventure, perfect for fans of Katherine Rundell's The Explorer and M.G. Leonard's Twitch.Billionaire beauty mogul Anura Hegarty has pledged to acquire as much of the rainforest as possible to preserve it. But when armed guards appear and bring in portable terrariums to capture wildlife, Jessica and her friend Renata realise something much more sinister is going on.The rainforest holds a frog with a secret to staying young forever, and Jessica and Renata know they must find and save it first! Together with Briony-Rose, the girls journey deeper into the rainforest. Danger and betrayal lurk in every corner, and soon they're running for their lives, dodging blow darts and falling into traps. Will the children make it out of the forest alive?Praise for Mitch Johnson'Fizzes with adventure and great characters who pop from the page' - Peter Bunzl, bestselling author of Cogheart'I read it all in one gulp!' - Ross Welford, bestselling author of Time Travelling with a Hamster'A bonkers Willy-Wonka nightmare designed to get children thinking about the effects of everything they buy' - Ross Montgomery, bestselling author of The Midnight Guardians'A zany adventure that will make you bubble with laughter and fizz with indignation on behalf of our planet' - Maria Kuzniar, bestselling author of The Ship of Shadows'An exploding soda geyser of a book - an adventure story that will make you laugh, make you angry and make you want to do something to fix this crazy, messed up world' - Charlie Higson, bestselling author of Young Bond and The Enemy'Pop! is an explosive and unforgettable adventure with defiant heroes, devious villains, deadly corporate secrets all told with Johnson's brilliant humour. I loved it' - Tamsin Winter, bestselling author of Jemima Small Versus the UniverseTrade ReviewAn unputdownable adventure with heroes just as fierce as their adversaries. An original and dynamic story flooded with Mitch Johnson's signature wit and passion for the natural world. I absolutely loved it. * Tamsin Winter, author of Jemima Small Versus the Universe *I raced through Toxic and thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful cast of characters, rainforest jeopardy and especially the tiny frog with a BIG secret. * Ele Fountain, author of Boy 87 and Fake *
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Hachette Children's Group A Tale of Magic: A Tale of Sorcery
Book SynopsisThe thrilling third book in Chris Colfer's No.1 New York Times bestselling A Tale of Magic... seriesBrystal Evergreen is running out of time. It's almost been a year since she made a deal with Death to find and destroy the Immortal in exchange for her life and she still hasn't found a single clue about who or where the Immortal is.To make matters worse, something dark and malignant has risen from deep within the earth, threatening life as we know it. To stop this new evil, the fairies and witches must work with all the kingdoms and territories, including the Righteous Brotherhood and their Army of the Dead.But is the threat more familiar than they expected? And why are a secretive group of Sorcerers convinced Xanthous Hayfield is connected to it?Have you discovered the rest of the series: A Tale of Magic and A Tale of Witchcraft?Chris Colfer is also the author of the million-copy bestselling series The Land of Stories.
£7.99
Red Comet Press Time for Haiku
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£13.49
Idea & Design Works Sonic the Hedgehog, Vol. 3: Battle For Angel
Book SynopsisA powerful new foe has set his sights on Angel Island, and Sonic and his friends must defend it at all costs!When Neo Metal Sonic--an evil robot with Sonic''s speed, Dr. Eggman''s intellect, and an unbreakable mechanical body--conquers the island to grow his power even more, Sonic and his friends must team-up and take the fight to him. But even with the full power of the Resistance behind him, will Sonic be able to take down Neo Metal Sonic once and for all? Collects Sonic The Hedgehog issues #9-12.
£13.49
Sweet Cherry Publishing Geronimo Stilton: The Mystery of the Roaring Rat
Book SynopsisWho’s sent all of The Rodent’s Gazette’s stock for destruction? Someone has it in for Geronimo, and the newspaper is losing money fast! Geronimo’s tail is on the line as he enters a high-stakes TV contest to win back enough money to save his business. About the Geronimo Stilton series: Geronimo Stilton is a bestselling children’s series with a dedicated international fan base. As seen on Netflix, the series follows the adventures of the Geronimo Stilton the fa-mouse journalist, as he searches for the next hot scoop. With illustrations and fun fonts throughout, Geronimo Stilton is perfect for reluctant readers aged 5+ years.Trade Review“This is a fun-filled, early chapter book with cute new illustrations.” – MD Walker, Netgalley
£6.23
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Time Machine Next Door Inventors
Book SynopsisA page-turning, laugh-out-loud historical adventure by comedian and broadcaster Iszi Lawrence (as seen on Netflix and Sky History), perfect for fans of Horrible Histories. When Sunil and his scientist neighbour Alex almost fall out over a game of Monopoly, Alex jumps in her time machine to settle the rules once and for all by asking none other than Elizabeth Magie, the inventor of Monopoly itself. When Elizabeth is horrified to learn that her anti-capitalist game is now a bestselling pastime, Alex starts to wonder if other inventors are happy with their work. On their mission for answers, Sunil and Alex meet Leonardo Da Vinci, inventor of the life raft Maria Beasely and the father of mathematics, Archimedes. _______________The Time Machine Next Door is an exciting new series of quirky historical chapter books for readers aged 7-9, to be enjoyed as a series or as standalone stories. The series brings lesser-known parts of history to life with hilarious plots, real-life characters, fascinating facts and fantastic illustrations.
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Sweet Cherry Publishing SciFi Classics Childrens Collection 10 Book Box
Book SynopsisNed Hartley has written many best-selling books for children includingThe Ladybird Big Book of Dead Things,Together We CanandMarvel Origins: Spider-Man. He writes comics weekly for the Beano and lives in London with his wife, two kids and too many books.Kellie Jones studied Writing for Young People in England, Publishing in Scotland and Japanese in Japan. A fan of anime and Asian dramas, the busier Kellie is, the more likely she will embark on an epic 50+ episode series whose subtitles leave no room for multitasking. After bookselling in Australia, Kellie is now a children's book writer, editor and proofreader at large.Gemma Barder lives in Market Harborough, Leicester, with her family and a mischievouscocker spaniel. She started life working in children's and pre-teen magazines before moving into the world of publishing. She's now a freelance writer full time and writes activity books, treasuries, novels and storybooks for children, as well as publishing her own magazine. Gemma writes a wide range of children's books for Sweet Cherry, with more projects in the pipeline.Nick Moffatt has been a freelance illustrator for the past 20 years, working in film, television, advertising and animation. He has a real passion for storytelling and narratives. Recently his Beat generation book cover designs were highly commended in the World Illustration Awards.
£52.42
Sweet Cherry Publishing Dahlia and the Land Without Music The Magic Piano Book 1
Book SynopsisJames B Partridge is a singing teacher and content creator famous for his nostalgic Primary School Bangers' videos and live show. This has taken him around the UK and to festivals such as Glastonbury and the Edinburgh Fringe. His work has been featured in The Times, The Independent, Buzzfeed, and on national TV and radio. He also hosts his own music-and-education-based podcast called Notes from School'. When not singing, he loves exploring the coffee shops of London or walking on the coastline of his home county, Dorset.Despite teaching music for over a decade, James hasn't yet fallen into his piano. Originally from Treviglio, a small town in the north of Italy, Laura Wood studied illustration in the wonderful city of Melbourne, Australia, where she started her illustration career in 2012.After a few years of seeking adventures and travelling around the world, Laura currently live sand works in Milan, Italy.
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Nosy Crow Ltd Princess Minna The Singing Sisters
Book SynopsisPrincess Minna is very good at taming unicorns, kissing frogs and fighting dragons. And now Princess Sky-Blue is coming to visit! But when the train arrives, Sky-Blue's eleven sisters have been turned into nightingales by a wicked witch! Princess Minna is going to need all her skills and all her bravery to put this one right...
£6.64
Andersen Press Ltd The Colour of Hope
Book SynopsisWaterstones Scottish Children’s Book of the Month Years ago, the Emperor used dark magic to steal all the colour from the world. Now he keeps it for himself, enjoying its life-giving power while everyone else must exist in cold shades of grey. That is, until a miracle baby is born – everything she touches turns to colour. But the child’s life is in danger from her very first breath. Soon the Emperor’s murderous Ripper Dogs and Black Coats come hunting. Can the girl and her adopted father survive in the forest – and what will it take to return colour and hope to the world?Trade Review"Pure brilliance… A dazzling spectrum of non-stop thrills" -- Piers Torday"It’s as magical as it is original; infused with a glittering rainbow of strange enchantments, colourful characters, and brave hearts" -- Thomas Taylor"A tour de force! It’s an adventure which is as warm-hearted as it is exciting, and as imaginative as it is full of meaning" -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading *"The magical elements of the story are dramatic and exciting but questions are also asked about how it feels to be different or excluded and how we react to people who are unlike ourselves... Tense, thrilling and thought-provoking" * BookTrust *
£7.59
Andersen Press Ltd The Snow Merchant
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Andrews McMeel Publishing When the Rain Came
£11.25
Aladdin Paperbacks Vans Villains
£7.89
Hachette Children's Group Rainbow Magic Jayda the Snowboarding Fairy
Book SynopsisJoin Rachel and Kirsty on their adventures with the Gold Medal Games Fairies. Will the friends be able to stop Jack Frost from ruining the final gold medal games event?When Rachel and Kirsty compete in the School Gold Medal Games, trouble seems to be around every corner. Naughty Jack Frost and his mischievous goblins are determined to sabotage the games and Rachel and Kirsty must do everything they can to help Jayda the Snowboarding Fairy to save the snowboarding event.Don''t miss the rest of the Gold Medal Games Fairies series: Layne the Surfing Fairy, Riley the Skateboarding Fairy, and Soraya the Skiing Fairy.''These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!'' ReadingZone.comIf you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows'' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!
£5.99
Scholastic The Bad Guys Episode 910
Book SynopsisTHE SKY GOES DARK. THE CITY TREMBLES. THE SCREAMS BEGIN... andeveryone's favourite Wolf has a LOT of explaining to do. Big? Yep. Bad? You betcha. Unmissable? YESSSSSSSSSSS. But seriously, willsomeone tell those whiny Three Little Pig dudes to stop sayingWe told you so?
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Octonauts and the Only Lonely Monster Now a
Book SynopsisHello Kitty meets Star Trek under the sea! Dive in for adventure in this exciting picture book, featuring global sensations The Octonauts!Enjoy the original books that inspired the hit animated TV series, broadcast around the world!The Octonauts are a crew of cute animals who love to explore the big blue ocean. From their underwater base, the Octopod, the eight intrepid friends are always ready for fun and excitement!When the Octonauts meet a lonely sea monster looking for others of its kind, they soon find themselves on a thrilling adventure helping him search the four corners of the ocean
£7.59
Chicken House Ltd The Kill Order
Book Synopsis A prequel to the New York Times bestselling Maze Runner series - now a series of major movies starring Dylan O'Brien! SEE THE FILMS. READ THE BOOKS. ENTER THE MAZE ... When sun flares hit the Earth, intense heat, toxic radiation and flooding followed, wiping out much of the human race. Those who survived live in basic communities in the mountains, hunting for food. For Mark and his friends, surviving is difficult, and then an enemy arrives, infecting people with a highly contagious virus. Thousands die, and the virus is spreading. Worse, it's mutating, and people are going crazy. It's up to Mark and his friends to find the enemy – and a cure – before the Flare infects them all .. A prequel to the #1 New York Times bestselling MAZE RUNNER series! Can be read as a prequel to the series, or as a standalone Maze Runner novel The Maze Runner, The Scorch Trials and The Death Cure are all major films available to stream on Disney+ High-octane, dystopian YA adventure, perfect for fans of The Hunger Games and Divergent Five pulse-pounding books in the series! Loved The Kill Order? Check out The Fever Code – a direct prequel to The Maze Runner!
£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Malory Towers Collection 3
Book SynopsisEnormously popular all over the world, Enid Blyton's Malory Towers series combines everything that makes school so special - friendships, learning, sports, plays and mischief!
£9.74
Oneworld Publications Obsidio: The Illuminae files: Book 3
Book Synopsis'This book is xxxxing awesome.' Laini Taylor Asha Grant came to Kerenza to escape her past. Too bad he just caught up with her. Asha survived BeiTech’s initial assault and has been working undercover with the hopelessly outmatched resistance ever since. The last thing she expected to worry about was her ex-boyfriend, Rhys Lindstrom, who just landed planet-side. Is he her way out – or guarantee she never gets off this frozen rock alive? But Asha’s not the only one with problems. Her cousin Kady’s ragtag band of survivors are headed for Kerenza – without enough oxygen to last the journey. Oh, and there might be an insurrection brewing. With BeiTech hurrying to repair their damaged jump gate, and a mass extermination planned for the Kerenza civilians, only a miracle could save them now. And everyone knows that miracles are just statistical probabilities…right? BRIEFING NOTE: From bestselling author duo Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff – and select journal entries from Marie Lu – comes the heart-stopping, heartbreaking finale in the trilogy that broke the mould and has been called “stylistically mesmerizing” and “out-of-this-world awesome.”Trade Review'This book is xxxxing awesome.' * Laini Taylor, bestselling author of Daughter of Smoke & Bone and Strange the Dreamer *'Brace yourself. You're about to be immersed in a mindscape that you'll never want to leave.' * Marie Lu, bestselling author of Legend trilogy on Illuminae *'[It] will truly keep your heart pounding and the pages turning.' * Beth Revis, bestselling author of Rebel Rising *'It certainly filled the Battlestar Galactica–shaped hole in my heart.' * Victoria Aveyard, bestselling author of The Red Queen on Illuminae *'You're not in for an ordinary novel experience.' * Bustle *'A fantastically fun ride.' * MTV *'A stellar head trip.' * Kirkus *'Riveting.' * Booklist *
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the
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£11.69
Hachette Children's Group Malory Towers Collection 4
Book SynopsisEnormously popular all over the world, Enid Blyton's Malory Towers series combines everything that makes school so special - friendships, learning, sports, plays and mischief!
£9.34
Chicken House Ltd Vita & the Gladiator
Book Synopsis A rip-roaring Roman mystery from Historical Association Young Quills Award-winning author Ally Sherrick. PRAISE FOR BLACK POWDER - WINNER OF THE HISTORIAL ASSOCIATION YOUNG QUILLS AWARD: ' ... a wonderfully explosive adventure set in the turbulent year of the gunpowder plot in Black Powder with impossibly divided loyalties.' JULIA GOLDING, AUTHOR OF THE DIAMOND OF DRURY LANE 'With its constant reversals and twists and turns, Tom's story is almost as complex as the pliot and counter-plot of the Gunpowder Treason itself ... The writing is lively and the pace never flags.' HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY Vita longs to write the plays that she steals off to watch - but as the daughter of a high-born Roman, her only future is marriage. When her father is murdered, everything changes. She escapes with her life - only to end up a slave, sharing a cell with a fierce gladiator, Brea, and her wolf. But when Vita and Brea discover they have a common enemy, they know they must stand together for truth and justice ... A rip-roaring adventure set in Roman London from the rising queen of middle-grade historical fiction, Ally Sherrick Vita, nicknamed 'Little Owl' by her father, is an unlikely hero – but when her father is murdered she has to uncover the truth, even if it means finding unlikely friends Themes of deceit, storytelling and fighting justice
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Hot Key Books Robin Hood 5 Ransoms Raids and Revenge Robert
Book SynopsisRobin and the rebels resume their fight against corrupt and brutal rule with more high-energy action in Robert Muchamore's latest brilliant series.Trade ReviewClassic Muchamore: witty characters, clever twists and high-tech gadgetry. This scores a bullseye. * The Daily Mail *Intensely readable, outrageously enjoyable action. * Guardian *Compulsively readable...Meticulously researched feats of action and breathtaking heists. * Times Literary Supplement *Muchamore knows just how to keep the pages turning and this is the first in a series that promises quiverfulls of action and entertainment. * Books For Keeps *Muchamore writes with tremendous energy and his dialogue flies as fast as Robin's arrow. * The Times *
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Scholastic Wildspark A Ghost Machine Adventure
Book SynopsisIn Medlock, a secretive guild of inventors have brought spirits ofthe dead back into the world, harnessing them in animal-like machines. Young Prue has joined as an apprentice, but she's on a missionof her own: to bring her brother back to life. To find him,she needs to get the ghost machines to remember the people theyused to be.
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Scholastic US The Aquanaut PB
Book SynopsisDive in to this whimsically adventurous graphic novel from Caldecott Medalist and National Book Award Winner Dan Santat!Ever since her father was lost at sea, Sophia has been moping around Aqualand, the marine theme park her dad and uncle created. But Sophia''s world is turned upside down when an aquanaut breaks into the park''s research lab. To her amazement, Sophia discovers that the aquanaut is not what it seems -- inside lives a band of four goofy sea creatures! And when they all realize that Aqualand has evolved into something much darker than Sophia''s dad had envisioned, Sophia is determined to help the aquanaut crew free the park''s captive marine life before it''s too late.
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Winners Curse
Book SynopsisTHE FIRST BOOK IN THE HEART-STOPPING WINNER'S TRILOGY: an irresistible story of forbidden romance and class warfareEvery line in The Winner''s Curse is beautifully written. The story is masterfully plotted. The characters'' dilemmas fascinated me and tore at my heart I loved it. I want more.' Kristin Cashore, author of the Graceling Realm booksWinning what you want may cost you everything you love.As a general''s daughter in a vast empire that revels in war and enslaves those it conquers, Kestrel has two choices: she can join the military or get married. Kestrel has other ideas.One day, she is startled to find a kindred spirit in Arin, a young slave up for auction. Following her instinct, Kestrel buys him - and for a sensational price that sets the society gossips talking. It''s not long before she has to hide her growing love for Arin. But he, too, has a secret and Kestrel quickly learns that the price she paid for him is much higher than sheTrade ReviewEvery line in The Winner's Curse is beautifully written. The story is masterfully plotted. The characters' dilemmas fascinated me and tore at my heart. This book gave me a rare and special reading experience: I never knew what was going to happen next. I loved it. I want more. * Kristin Cashore, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of the Graceling Realm books *Like any epic page-turner worth its salt, Rutkoski’s richly imagined world is full of dynamic repartee, gruesome battle scenes, and shifting alliances. A high-stakes cliffhanger will leave readers eagerly awaiting the next book * Publishers Weekly, starred review *Rich characterization, exquisite world building and rock-solid storytelling make this a fantasy of unusual intelligence and depth . . . Breathtaking, tragic and true * Kirkus, starred review *A forbidden romance. The romance is heartstoppingly lovely and admittedly steamy . . . but the raising of stakes and the reluctance of the couple to give up their respective cause, even as they confess their love for each other, lends their relationship a complexity not often seen in the genre . . . A last-minute compromise between the lovers secures a sequel, and fans of Kristin Cashore and Robin Lefevers will be pleased to have a new romance to follow * BCCB, starred review *Faultlessly written, home to a rich cast of mesmerising characters, and possesses just the right amount of intrigue, romance and emotion to make the story one that leaves an impression. My mind is still reeling from those final few pages * Realm of Fiction *Rich with detail, tension, and true feeling — and that goes for both the plot, and the characters. Everything about it is just incredible * There Were Books Involved *Full of high society balls, lies and deceit, stolen moments in secret places, as well as being absolutely beautifully written, The Winner’s Curse is a brilliant first book in a new trilogy that everyone should read! * Swept Away by Books *The hype is right – The Winner's Curse is a beautiful, heartbreaking must-read * Icey Books *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Haroun and the Sea of Stories
Book SynopsisHaroun''s father is the greatest of all storyletters. His magical stories bring laughter to the sad city of Alifbay. But one day something goes wrong and his father runs out of stories to tell. Haroun is determined to return the storyteller''s gift to his father. So he flies off on the back of the Hoopie bird to the Sea of Stories - and a fantastic adventure begins.
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The Light Thieves Search for the Black Mirror
Book SynopsisThe second adventure in the gripping and mysterious eco-adventure series The Light Thieves from Helena Duggan, bestselling author of A Place Called Perfect. 'Fizzling with ideas, (The Light Thieves is) a wildly imaginative adventure which reads like a blockbuster movie.' - Christopher EdgeOnly kids can save the world. The sun's light is being stolen. It's a catastrophe for the planet and every living thing on it! Friends Grian, Jeffrey and Shelli are desperately trying to work out how it's happening. They know tech genius Howard Hansom is behind the theft and they're determined to stop him. But they can't use any of Hansom's smart technology in their quest as it will track them wherever they go. The three young heroes need to find a strange black mirror to help them save the sun. Time is running out. Can kids really save the world? 'The Light Thieves is a feast of fun, fiction, fantasy and fear. Opens with a bang and never lets up until the last page. I loved it.' - Eoin Colfer
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Scallywag Press Ivy Newt and the Storm Witch
Book SynopsisFirst in a highly illustrated chapter book series for boys and girls, Ivy Newt is guaranteed to get the youngest readers hooked! Ivy's parents, the King and Queen of the Sand Witches, have prepared her a show-stopping birthday present - a magic act where they disappear! But hold on, they really have disappeared! Foul work is at play, and to rescue Ivy's parents, she and Tom must travel all over Miracula on broomsticks and flying carpets, making friends along the way, and pulling together to defeat Clawdelia Thorn, evil Queen of Grotland.Trade Review'Packed with magic and adventure, the story has suspense, intrigue and peril. This is the first book in a new, highly illustrated series for ages 5 to 7, and it's perfectly pitched for new readers, or for reading with children who want more than a picture book but aren't yet ready to listen to more lengthy chapter books.'Juno Magazine;'A delightful magical romp of a story in which the unexpected is always bound to happen. Love Reading;'A fast moving, enjoyable story. The plot gallops along, and there is a satisfying mix of jeopardy and laughter. Magda Brol's lively illustrations and page decorations capture the spirit of the prose, adding a welcome visual element to the narrative.' Books for Keeps;'This quirky and immersive illustrated short chapter book will engross newly independent readers in KS1 and is perfect for group reading with lower ability KS2 children.' School Reading List;'With lots of laughs, pages of fast-paced action to enjoy, a cast of superbly imagined characters, themes of justice, standing up to bullies and shared endeavour, and Brol's comical illustrations adding extra zing and zest, this is the perfect book to launch youngsters into a lifetime of reading.' Lancashire Evening Post;'I know children who have just become fluent readers will be able to access and enjoy this book with minimal adult support. A book children will love reading.' Reading Zone
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