Children’s / Teenage fiction: Action and adventure stories

Book SynopsisWritten by the winner of the 2022 Children''s & YA Jhalak Prize.The Jade Kingdom has been taken over by Daji, evil fox spirits, and the Jade Emperor has lost his life force chi! Can Jack figure out how to use the power of the dog zodiac before it''s too late?With a brilliant cast of troublesome animal zodiac creatures, deadly demons and spine-tingling spirits, this series is for fans of Adam Blade and Percy Jackson.

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Book SynopsisJump into the amazing world of The Deep in this activity and sticker book that is filled with mystery, adventure and all of the wonders the deep sea has to offer. Join the Nekton family as they uncover the secrets of the lost city of Lemuria, discover magnificent sea creatures, all while trying to avoid clashes with a troublesome band of pirates lead by the fierce Captain Hammerhead. Bursting with fun activities and lots of stickers fans of the hugely popular TV series are sure to be entertained and enthralled by this fantastic sticker and activity book!

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Book Synopsis_______________The third book in the laugh-out-loud funny Kid Normal series for readers aged 8+, from radio stars Greg James and Chris Smith_______________Praise for KID NORMAL:''So funny, it''s almost criminal'' - Independent''Outrageous capers'' - Guardian_______________YOU DON''T NEED SUPERPOWERS TO BE A HERO ... Or do you?Despite having no powers, Murph Cooper is part of the best team in the Heroes' Alliance. So when supervillain Magpie declares all-out war, Kid Normal and the Super Zeroes lead the charge. But Magpie believes that a powerless hero is no hero at all. And he's building a dastardly device to prove it. When Kid Normal enters the Shadow Machine, THE WORLD WILL NEVER BE THE SAME ...Trade ReviewAfter the reading and loving the first two books in this series, I was very excited ... And it was as good as, if not better! The story is great, it's hilarious and I can't wait to read another! I have told all my friends about this series and they're now reading them too. Highly recommend - a brilliant read! -- Mattie, age 10 * Toppsta *It is a very funny book and makes you laugh out loud. It is filled with exciting adventure ... It is definitely worth reading this book, if you are fans of Diary Of the Wimpy Kid or Tom Gate[s] books -- Farhan, age 11 * Toppsta *This was a great and funny book ... It was so hilarious at some points but mysterious at other parts. I would recommend this book to children aged 9+ -- Josh, age 11 * Toppsta *PRAISE FOR KID NORMAL: So funny, it's almost criminal * Independent I *Outrageous capers for eight and up … Amusingly surreal super-powers and a trust yourself message combine to strong effect with Erica Salcedo’s entertaining, huge-eyed images * Guardian *An extraordinary tale about an ordinary boy in a world of heroes ... A fast-paced, humorous adventure with likeable heroes and a suitably ridiculous, evil villain * Times Educational Supplement *Packed with very amusing asides, it’s a fun and fast-paced read that will make James and Smith into children’s heroes * Western Mail *Chock full of slapstick humour, outrageous characters and pop culture references. It mocks school pecking orders and will make all kids who have fallen foul of them feel much better about it. And somehow, it ties all the mania together in a credible and thrilling story * The Bookbag *A superlative adventure story that will resonate with children who like to read whacky, wild things * Books Monthly *This spoof superhero epic certainly delivers: deliciously dastardly villains, capes, tights and mild-mannered heroes. Yet it also explores familiar school anxieties that everyone else is smarter, stronger, better * BookTrust *A very promising start to a laugh-out-loud funny adventure series * Parents in Touch *Incredibly funny, witty and stuffed full of heart * Book Lover Jo *

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Book SynopsisThe fifth African adventure in Lauren St John's bestselling THE WHITE GIRAFFE series.

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Book SynopsisCome with Claude on a smashing adventure! These waggy tales are perfect for new readers, with illustrations on every page. As seen on TV - Claude is the star of his very own TV show! ''Illustrated with humour and elegance ...'' The Sunday TimesClaude discovers a film set right in his very own town! When the two lead actors are injured, Claude and Sir Bobblysock are asked to take their places. Can they become movie stars with just the simple addition of a wig? Of course they can!''For emerging readers I recommend the Claude books'' Irish Sunday IndependentCatch up with ten terrific years of Claude! Read on with: Claude on HolidayClaude in the CityClaude at the CircusClaude in the CountryClaude in the SpotlightClaude on the SlopesClaude Lights! Camera! Action!Claude Going for GoldSanta Claude Claude AdventuresClauTrade ReviewA wonderfully zany exercise in surreal humour * The Independent on Sunday *Claude, the "small plump dog" with jaunty red beret, returns for another mischievously whimsical outing, wittily illustrated. * Irish Times *Claude's madcap adventures continue * Sunday Express *This is surreal, uplifting fun * School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisThe Secret Seven are siblings Peter and Janet, and Jack, Barbara, Pam, Colin and George. Together they are The Secret Seven - ready to solve any mystery, any time - in Enid Blyton''s classic series of 15 mystery novels.Peter and Janet think Old Mill is perfect for their Seven Society meetings - until they make a startling discovery about some stolen goods. So the gang hatch a plan to wait for the thieves to come back ...In addition to the Secret Seven novels, Enid Blyton wrote six short stories based on the characters which are published in The Secret Seven Short Story Collection (Hodder). The stories are also available in individual volumes, divided into chapters to make them ideal for newly confident readers. They have been illustrated in full colour by Tony Ross.

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Book SynopsisA full-colour short story taken from the world of the Magic Faraway Tree. Perfect for new readers. Discover the magic!Joe, Beth, Frannie and cousin Rick go up the Faraway Tree for another fantastical adventure! This time, they reach the Land of Toys, where teddy bears, dolls and clockwork toys run around all day long. Poor Saucepan-Man gets thrown in prison by some toy soldiers and the children must rescue him before it''s too late...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 Birthdays A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Magic Medicines A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Do-As-You-Please A

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Book SynopsisKiki Kallira can bring her drawings to life...but when a mysterious curse threatens her newly-created kingdom and friends, how can she use her powers to save them? A fantasy adventure inspired by Hindu legends, about anxiety, creativity and finding your own strengths. For 8+ fans of Abi Elphistone and The Land of Roar.

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Book SynopsisTennessee Russo has done more difficult things than this before. He's evaded traps, found lost treasures, become kind of famous, gotten over a bad relationship, and survived all that. Filming a new season of his artifact-hunting reality show for a major international streaming service should be easy, right? His archeologist dad even said Tennessee is in charge of what artifacts they go after. Plus, Ten's awesome best friend (and sometimes more), Gabe, gets to come along on the adventure. But here's the thing: Tennessee wants to hunt down a long-lost gift that King David gave Jonathan. Queer history, especially of Biblical figures, isn't easy for some people to believe or accept. Tennessee has done his research, and he knows where the clues point. But what happens when the producer of the show threatens to misrepresent not just Ten's ideas, but his identity? To tell the true story of his queer legacy, Tennessee will have to race through Rome and Paris, stand up to the actual Vatic

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Book Synopsis‘Packed with fun, fantasy and the sort of adventure guaranteed to have sticky little fingers hungrily turning the pages’ The Mail on Sunday ‘The Royal Rabbits of London is sweet, funny and beautifully illustrated' The TimesThe adventure continues for Shylo and his Royal Rabbit friends in this charming series from bestselling authors Santa Montefiore and Simon Sebag Montefiore and illustrator Kate Hindley, which shows that even the smallest rabbit can be the biggest hero.Life is an adventure. Anything in the world is possible – by will and by luck, with a moist carrot, a wet noise and a slice of mad courage! Now that Shylo is a Royal Rabbit, his life is full of adventure and new friends, but he still misses his mother and family. So he jumps at the chance to visit his home warren! As soon as Shylo arrives he finds something strange and

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Book SynopsisThe ghettos of Brazil are crawling with street kids. Their life expectancies are short, not least because the Brazilian authorities allow paramilitaries to shoot them like rats. But it's with the street kids of Rio de Janeiro that the cadets must become embedded.

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Book SynopsisBut Nicholas is deeply tainted with Free magic and Lirael must seek help for him at her childhood home, the Clayr's Glacier. But even as she returns to the Clayr, a messenger is trying to reach Lirael with a dire warning from her long-dead mother, Arielle, about the Witch with No Face.

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Book SynopsisOut-of-this-world magical adventure series for teens from the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of Sabriel and the Old Kingdom seriesSeven days. Seven keys. One very unlikely hero.Arthur Penhaligon is a normal teenage boy, trying to fit in at school. But when he suffers a serious asthma attack, his life is unexpectedly saved by two strange characters who appear out of nowhere - and a key shaped like the minute hand of a clock.Arthur''s life may have been saved, but his world is in danger. An incurable epidemic is spreading throughout the country, and his foster mother, a scientist, is desperately trying to help find the cure. And it is not long before Arthur realises that a chilling person named Mister Monday will stop at nothing to get the key back from Arthur...Arthur will need to enter the mysterious house that has appeared in town - a house that only he can see. Maybe there he can unravel the secrets of the key - and at the same time find the cure to help the epid

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Book SynopsisBook Band: Dark Red (ideal for ages 10+)_______________The story of WWII starring the brilliant pilots you''ve never heard of... the women of the Air Transport Auxiliary (ATA) who battled against the odds to get the air force''s planes to the front lines. This coming-of-age tale is perfect for fans of Emma Carroll, Michael Morpurgo and Hilary McKay._______________October, 1942. When twelve-year-old Billie is out exploring with her pet chicken, she sees a plane crash into a field and is left wondering if the pilot even survived. Determined to find out more, Billie finds a way into the ATA a group of amazing pilots who defy the odds to get planes from the factories to the front lines and her life changes for ever. Some of the pilots are men who are too old, or too injured for the air force. But many more are women. Intrepid, inspiring women who show Billie what she might grow up to become.With missions including ferrying turkeys over from Ireland and Trade ReviewTruly inspiring, full of the spirit of the time and with so many real life people who were the inspiration for Iszi Lawrence’s characters, this is a book that brilliantly evokes a part of history where relatively little of the fictional focus has been on women. It helps to bring their contribution to the notice of today’s readers, many of whom won’t be much younger than Billie herself. Definitely a book I recommend for anyone learning about WW2 at school, either as a class read aloud or a solo read; and for home reading by children who love an exciting tale. -- Jill R Bennett * Red Reading Hub *It is brimming with historical detail and really highlights the heroic nature of some very inspirational women. It would be an excellent class story that would provide children with a tale about a thrilling war-time adventure. -- Haley * Reading Zone *If you want oodles of girl power packed in a historical fiction novel and a fresh perspective from a WWII pilot, then this is the book for you and your child(ren)! -- Sidra AnsariPRAISE FOR BLACKBEARD'S TREASURE This is children's fiction at its best ... Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson. * The Lady *PRAISE FOR THE UNSTOPPABLE LETTY PEGG Letty and her friends and rivals are great characters, as are the real life people she comes across at different times in her adventures. Thoroughly recommended. -- Andrea Reece * Books for Keeps *

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Book SynopsisIn a world of dragons, song spells and battles, Patch Brightwater is a boy in disgrace. Thrown in jail for playing a forbidden spell, he is no one's idea of a hero. But then he discovers that the evil Piper of Hamelyn is on the loose. With the help of his friends Wren and Barver, Patch must stop the Piper sparking the biggest battle of them all...Trade ReviewAll the ingredients of a perfect fantasy adventure. * Kieran Larwood, author of The Legend of Podkin One-Ear *A Darkness of Dragons creates an exciting imaginary world that will leave children eager to get their hands on forthcoming sequels. * Mark, The Alligator's Mouth *A Darkness of Dragons is an inspired take on an old story, with engaging characters, a really good story and several unexpected twists. * Linda Wilson, Crime Review *A Darkness of Dragons is sheer brilliance in children’s fiction. I have not been this excited about a children’s series of books since a pubescent wizard called Harry Potter first leapt onto the scene. S.A. Patrick’s storytelling knows no bounds and is masterfully executed and Patrick builds a quite brilliant original tale whilst also creating an unforgettable magical world for his readers to escape into. * Storgy Kids *this could turn out to be a fantastically popular new series. [...] S.A. Patrick has adapted the traditional fairy tale to create a fearsome character and then filled the plot with action, suspense and magic from start to finish. * TES *

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Book SynopsisSwept into the hustle and bustle of New York, Lily, Robert and Malkin discover shadowy secrets lie beneath its surface. For there are chilling goings-on in their hotel... A boy held captive, haunted by an undersea mystery; and a revengeful villain with a treacherous plan. Can Robert and Lily reveal the deadly truth before the secrets submerge them?Trade ReviewA captivating finale to this fantastic series. * Lancashire Evening Post *Full of breath-taking moments, twists and turns and interesting characters. * Primary Times *

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Book SynopsisIt''s 1953, just days from the coronation of Queen Elizabeth, and Penny Black can''t get into the summer holiday spirit. Not when she''s about to move to Scotland and away from everything she knows for good. But when Wishyouwas plops into the fireplace in a cloud of soot and chaos, with a summons from the Royal Postmistress herself, all of Penny''s plans suddenly go up in smoke. The intrepid pair are soon on the trail of a mysterious traitor and a potentially deadly plot to halt the coronation. Their investigation will take them across London''s busy streets, high up in the air and deeper into danger than they''ve ever been before

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Book SynopsisPercy Jackson meets Black Panther: inspired by West African and Igbo history and mythology, this thrilling, action-packed sequel to Cameron Battle and the Hidden Kingdoms sees Cameron and his friends return to Chidani and continue their quest to save the world! Cameron's last visit to Chidani was full of discoveries: he met his ancestors, his power awoke and he stepped into his role as the last Descendant. It was life-changing. And Cameron is eager to return. He needs to find the last gift, the ring of immortality, in order to stop the queen's evil sister and he believes Chidani holds the key to saving his mother and learning what happened to his father. But he must have a plan first, and plans take time. As Cameron and his friends, Zion and Aliyah, start seventh grade, they encounter a bully, Vince, and it doesn't take them long to realise that there is more to Vince than meets the eye. He is possessed by a mmo and under this demonic force he steals The Book of Chidani from Cameron, opens a portal to Chidani and gets sucked into it in the process. Forced to return to Chidani sooner than they planned, Cameron and his crew meet more gods and goddesses, who are notorious for their riddles, and are faced with impossible challenges and threats at every turn. This won't be an easy journey, but the true path to greatness is worth it.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 on CAMERON BATTLE AND THE HIDDEN KINGDOMS *Full of exhilarating action scenes and fabulous magic, this book will sweep you away! * Stephanie Burgis on CAMERON BATTLE AND THE HIDDEN KINGDOMS *Gripping and fast - this is also a novel that foregrounds acceptance and queerness via the emotional tenderness between tweenage boys * Observer on CAMERON BATTLE AND THE HIDDEN KINGDOMS *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 on CAMERON BATTLE AND THE HIDDEN KINGDOMS *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 on CAMERON BATTLE AND THE HIDDEN KINGDOMS *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 on CAMERON BATTLE AND THE HIDDEN KINGDOMS *Inspired by West African and Igbo mythology, this is Percy Jackson meets Black Panther in a blockbuster middle-grade adventure * Pen & Inc on CAMERON BATTLE AND THE HIDDEN KINGDOMS *A wonderfully exciting book full of adventure and heart ... perfect for any middle grade fan who is seeking awesome action * PaperBound Magazine on CAMERON BATTLE AND THE HIDDEN KINGDOMS *

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Book SynopsisStolen cakes, major explosions and an unforgettable cast of characters – dive into The Orphans of St Halibut's, a hilarious caper from debut author Sophie Wills and million-copy bestselling illustrator, David Tazzyman. Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl and Lemony Snicket.Life has been perfect ever since the orphans of St Halibut's buried their matron – don't look like that, it was an accident! Tig, Stef, Herc, and Pamela the goat just have to make sure nobody finds out they're on their own.Discovering that an Inspector is on his way, they'll need to convince him that everything is peachy or they'll be sent to the Mending House – where badly behaved orphans go, never to return. But the Inspector is not quite what he seems and things very quickly go from bad to spectacularly out of hand . . .Can these crafty kids outsmart the adults and save their home? 'This book reminded me of an old fashioned film caper – a little like St Trinians meets Oliver with a twist of Matilda thrown in' Year 6 Teacher and Parent‘I would recommend this book to people that like spooky, funny and adventurous stories’ Reader, aged 8Trade ReviewThe most effortlessly hilarious book I’ve read in a long time with an unforgettable cast -- Nizrana Farook, author of The Girl Who Stole an ElephantA lovely – warm, funny, energetic – read. -- Lucy ManganDeliciously funny, dark, eccentric and clever -- Nicola Penfold, author of Where the World Turns WildA fabulously funny tale of clever orphans, rambling houses, angry goats and grizzly ends . . . made me laugh out loud! -- Kirsty Applebaum, author of The MiddlerWhat a wonderful caper . . . fantastically high-spirited and truly heartwarming story. -- Marina Hyde, Guardian columnistFast-paced, witty and clever with wicked twists and turns and a brilliant bunch of characters. David Tazzyman's illustrations are spot on! -- MyBookCorner BlogAll round middle grade perfection! -- Marie Basting, author of Princess BMXThis book will make you snort, squirm and scream with laughter! -- Dashe Roberts, author of Sticky Pines: The Bigwoof ConspiracyDark, funny and very, very clever. With gloriously gothic artwork from David Tazzyman -- Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of How to be ExtraordinaryDeliciously dark and laugh-out-loud funny, I LOVE The Orphans of St Halibut's -- Julie Pike, author of The Last Spell BreatherA darkly delightful combination of slapstick humour and sharp satire -- Miss Cleveland, book bloggerStupendous and hilarious! Hapless heroes, slime ball villains, and a volatile goat. Deliciously disgusting at times, and filled to the brim with Sophie's dark humour. Perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket. -- Hana Tooke, author of The Unadoptables[A] brilliantly funny tale -- Anna Fargher, author of The Umbrella Mouse‘There’s nothing I love more than getting stuck into a really good book featuring orphans, workhouses and wicked matrons so I LOVED The Orphans of St Halibut’s! Plus it’s proper laugh-out-loud funny. What a treat’ -- Judith Eagle, author of The Secret StarlingAn irreverent quirky dark and twisty middle-grade adventure perfect for Halloween -- Zoe James-Williams, drawingonbooks blog

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Book SynopsisPacked with thrilling dangers and terrifying monsters Vega Jane and the End of Time is the fourth and final title in the epic, fast-paced fantasy adventures series for children of 10+ by bestselling master storyteller David Baldacci. Illustrated in black and white throughout by Tomislav Tomic.When evil comes, heroes stand to meet it. Vega Jane has tried to outrun, outsmart, and outlast her enemy, but the showdown she has dreaded is finally here. Her ragtag crew of friends and fighters must take a stand against a fully trained army, knowing the odds are impossible. But when you face injustice, the only choice is to stand and fight.Vega Jane and the End of Time (previously published in the USA as the The Stars Below) is the fourth and final instalment of Vega's search for the truth about her past, which started with Vega Jane and the Secrets of Sorcery, Vega Jane and the Maze of Monsters and Vega Jane and the Rebels Revolt now all in revised and re-illustrated editions.Trade ReviewThis extraordinary book pulls you in and blows your mind. It's fast-paced and you won't be able to put it down. This book is full of suspense, cliffhangers and thrilling moments!... It's definitely my new favourite book * Reader Review, First News, on Vega Jane and the Secrets of Sorcery *High octane fantasy adventure from the master, David Baldacci. Combining mystery with danger, combat and magic we're left not knowing who to trust. A thoroughly enjoyable read -- Reading Zone, on Vega Jane and the Secrets of Sorcery

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Book SynopsisAn Alien Stole My Planet is a laugh-out-loud, wacky adventure through space by Pooja Puri, brilliantly illustrated by Allen Fatimaharan. It is the third book in the A Dinosaur Ate My Sister series.Before you start reading, there are a few things you should know:1. I, Esha Verma, am a genius inventor extraordinaire.2. I like lists.3. I did not mean to open up an inter-galactic portal. Some things just can't be helped.Esha Verma, her snotty apprentice Broccoli and his secretly cunning pet tortoise are on their third adventure – this time it's an inter-galactic mission through outer-space to stop an alien from stealing their planet!When Esha invents the Inviz-Whiz, a device designed to make the user invisible, she does not expect it to open a portal to outer space – and things go from bad to worse when Esha, Broccoli, Archibald and Broccoli's annoying cousin Bean are immediately abducted by Goospa, an alien with an evil plan!With the help of a surly alien called Nix, Esha and the gang must race across the galaxy, navigate a Lava Marsh, fight vicious Ice Bats – and stop Bean getting into too much trouble! – to stop Goospa's plan before it's too late!Trade ReviewThe all-action, laugh-out-loud third book in the A Dinosaur Ate My Sister series. Puri and Fatimaharan work their special magic on this madcap adventure . . . a hilarious chapter of accidents that no mischief-maker would want to miss! * Lancashire Post *The perfect story to escape into and find adventure. Pooja is super talented and I'm a big fan! -- Marcus Rashford MBE on A Dinosaur Ate My SisterA joyfully bonkers adventure, brimming with humour and heart. -- Maz Evans, author of Who Let the Gods Out? on A Dinosaur Ate My SisterRip-roaring fun for all ages! -- Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of Stars on A Dinosaur Ate My SisterThis is a brillant, imaginative adventure * The Week Junior Magazine on A Robot Squashed My Teacher *This book is so marvellously madcap that it can’t fail to capture the imaginations of readers and inventors across the land. It’s a glorious fusion of malfunctioning gadgets, giant robots, and hilarious hijinks! * Library Girl and Book Boy on A Robot Squashed My Teacher *Puri and Fatimaharan work their special magic on this madcap adventure. * Lancashire Evening Post on A Robot Squashed My Teacher *

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Book SynopsisFrom Tom Percival, the creator of Silas and the Marvellous Misfits – a Marcus Rashford Book Club Choice! – and Ruby's Worry, comes the first title in the action packed Dream Defenders series. Erika and the Angermare (previously published as Attack of the Heebie Jeebies) is an exciting adventure that will help children how to understand and deal with being cross!Erika Delgano can sometimes get a little angry . . .Her little brother manages to ruin everything, and her parents don’t have any time for her.And one night things go from bad to worse when she falls asleep upset – she finds herself stuck in a bad dream with no way to get home and being chased by a terrifying Angermare!Enter the Dream Defenders – a top-secret organisation that will banish your worries while you sleep! Can they help Erika stand up to the Angermare, or will she be trapped forever?Discover more incredible Dream Defenders adventures in Chanda and the Devious Doubt and Silas and the Marvellous Misfits.Trade ReviewEncouraging children to find joy in, and celebrate, their differences is so powerful in today's society. Tom inspires this mindset in the most fun, engaging, action-packed way. I would have loved to read this book as a child. -- Marcus Rashford MBE on Silas and the Marvellous Misfits, book 3 in the DREAM DEFENDERS series.

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Book SynopsisA charming graphic novel for early readers with strong themes of friendship and kindness that celebrates difference and new ideas with a light-hearted touch.Pocketville is a small town, set in its ways, and the arrival of a stranger causes a stir. Monti the mole is stunned one morning to find Leo the crocodile hogging his special reading rock. When Monti visits the bakery and the library, he learns that the last cinnamon roll has been purchased, and the book he was waiting for has been checked out. What's a fastidious mole to do? When Monti confronts Leo, the newcomer turns out to be agreeable in the extreme, and friendship is a given. Now to convince the town's cantankerous baker, Ms Sheep, to stop turning everyone against Leo. Together, Monti and Leo hatch a plot that will have Ms Sheep singing Leo's praises in no time. This reassuring tale of friendship against the odds from the creator of the graphic memoir Sylvie draws on the author's experiences as an immigra

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Book SynopsisA fast-paced, high-kicking debut that’s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon meets Stand Up, Yumi Chung as a young taekwondo artist uses an ancient book to help save her dreams—and her father.Twelve-year-old Modesty “Mo” Seto dreams of being a taekwondo champion. Even though her mom disapproves, Mo can always count on her dad, who is her number one fan and biggest supporter. Lately, Mo has been on a losing streak, and it doesn’t help that she keeps losing to her archnemesis, Dax, who’s much bigger than her. If only she were faster, stronger, not so petite. Mo can’t even lean on her dad like usual with how distracted he’s been lately. When Mo learns about the chance to audition to star alongside her idol and legendary martial artist and movie star Cody Kwok, she knows this her chance to prove to her dad, to the world, and to herself that she can compete with anyone, no matter her size. Unfortunately, Dax is a

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Book SynopsisThe Dark Knight teams up with Scooby-Doo and Mystery Inc. in a series of adventures and mysteries!

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Book SynopsisPrimer s made a splash, but does she have what it takes to be a Teen Titan?

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Book SynopsisCuriosity saves the bat in this fun and quirky adventure story from beloved author Gillian Cross. The night Dot and Ryan take a sneaky Halloween visit to a condemned tower, they discover more than they bargained for when they catch a glimpse of an endangered species of bat. It's clear that the bat colony and the tower need to be saved, but Dot and Ryan were never meant to be there and it's not going to be easy to get the grown-ups on side … Can they find a way to stop the demolition and save the bats before it's too late? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+Trade Review"An enjoyable story with a gentle moral dilemma and an important message about caring for our precious wildlife" – Parents in Touch

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Book SynopsisThere's trouble Down Under as Matt, Jo and Dad set off on a new fossil-hunting adventure in the opal mines of Australia: the local miners seem to want them gone, Jo's showing signs of opal fever, and those claustrophobic tunnels don't look very safe either. When the trio's journey into the caves starts to go wrong, they begin to suspect that there's something even more sinister going on ... About The Dinosaur Detectives series: The Dinosaur Detectives is a fun-filled adventure series following the story of Matt Sharp and his family as they hunt for dinosaur eggs. This fact meets fiction series is great for inspiring the young explorer and particularly popular amongst readers aged 7+.Trade Review"My son loved this. He loves dinosaurs so this was a sure win with him, but now he wants to be a palaeontologist too. Good stuff that my son really lapped up and wanting more." - David Stringer, NetGalley

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Book SynopsisDaisy's getting into some seriously spooky trouble on Halloween! Cheeky, extremely readable and funny young fiction from the bestselling author behind the hilarious OI FROG series.It's Halloween and Daisy is going trick-or-treating for the very first time. In the dark . . . in the fog . . . with a VAMPIRE . . . armed only with a torch and some silly string. GULP!The funny, spooky and totally troublesome tale from the bestselling Daisy series.

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A remarkable story about love, loss and the power of the imagination, from an award-winning, celebrated writer for children.On a frozen Christmas Eve, Mouse Mallory and his family set off across a snow-white valley to visit his grandparents.They never arrive.As the wheels skid off the icy road, Mouse is thrown from the car. When he wakes, he finds himself in a magical landscape, with only a talkative sheep and a very bossy horse for company.And they tell him: this is your story now.So begins Mouse's extraordinary quest through a world of wonder. A world of monsters, minstrels, dangerous knights and mysterious wizards; a world of terrifying danger but also more excitement than Mouse has ever known.All to find a castle, somewhere, beyond.But why is Mouse looking for a castle? As thoughts of his family back at the car begin to surface, Mouse realises this might be the most important journey he will ever make ...This is a novel about love and death. It's about the power of stories to change the way we view the world - and it's about the power of a child to change their own world. Emotionally arresting but ultimately uplifting, this is a remarkable novel for our times.

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Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE EAST ANGLIAN BOOK AWARDS When his mum burns down their house on the Whitehorse estate, sixteen-year-old Joss is sent to live in a sleepy Suffolk village. The place is steeped in history, as Joss learns when a bike accident pitches him back more than 1,000 years to an Anglo-Saxon village. That history also tells him his new friends are in mortal peril from bloodthirsty invaders. Can he warn their ruler, King Edmund, in time? And will he ever get home?

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Book SynopsisThree children. One long, boring school holiday at an ancient neighbour's. One very old, very smelly cat. But when Ed and co find a box of birthday candles and make a wish, their world is changed completely. For with every candle comes a wish, but some of those wishes actually belong to someone else . . .Trade ReviewA witty, skilful romp * Sunday Times *This magic adventure is a wish come true * The Times *A joyful celebration of living life to the full, this bubbles over with humour, adventure and positive messages * Daily Mail *The award-winning Lissa Evans returns with another warm-hearted, laugh-out-loud funny read * Sunday Express *It's the book I wished I'd wrote * Frank Cottrell-Boyce *Very wise, very magic, very, very funny * Hilary McKay *It seems that Lissa Evans only writes instant classics . . . she's one of the funniest writers for any age * Anthony McGowan *I can't stop thinking about this beautiful and very funny book * Jenny McLachlan *Magic is the word when it comes to Lissa Evans' dazzling, laugh-out-loud children's books ... Wished is one of her classics ... hilariously funny but instinctively kind, entertaining and eminently wise * Lancashire Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisJoin Bertha and Blink on an adventure full of friendship, with a sprinkling of science and a nod to nature. The perfectseries for fun-loving readers! Bertha and Blink wake up one morning to find a strange smog surrounding them - it's their nemesis Finnius Fink's new factory and it's destroying the jungle! The duo are determined to stop him and Bertha has an idea that just might work... With brilliant inventions, the help of new friends and some tricks in their toolbox, can the pair put a stop to the destruction and save their home?

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Book Synopsis"A non-stop adventure, full of spellbinding, sorcerers and selkies. Cat Gray's storytelling proves that magic really does exist." Helena Duggan, author of A Place Called Perfect"Spellstoppers is a charming page-turner and I lapped up every moment of this magical tale." Clare Povey, author of The Unexpected Tale of Bastien Bon LivreWelcome to Yowling - a secretive seaside village where magic is just one step away...Max has spent years thinking he is cursed, because whenever he touches anything electrical it explodes. But then he is sent to Yowling and discovers he is a Spellstopper, someone with the rare ability to drain dangerous build-ups of magic and fix misbehaving enchanted items.When Max's Grandad is kidnapped by the cruel Keeper of the malfunctioning magical castle that floats in the bay, only Max's gift can save him. Together with his new friend Kit, Max throws himself into an adventure filled with villainous owls, psychic ice cream and man-eating goldfish. But can he really pull off the biggest spellstop ever?The perfect summer-holiday magical adventure for fans of Diana Wynne Jones, Catherine Doyle and Thomas Taylor. Trade ReviewThe writing sings in this magical adventure about finding the power within. * The I *A non-stop adventure, full of spellbinding, sorcerers and selkies. Cat Gray's storytelling proves that magic really does exist. * Helena Duggan, author of A Place Called Perfect *Spellstoppers is a charming page-turner and I lapped up every moment of this magical tale. An ode to knowing (and growing) your strengths and finding wonder everywhere you look. * Clare Povey, author of The Unexpected Tale of Bastien Bon Livre *

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Book SynopsisMali''s father is a fisherman, who has created a small boat for her so that she can learn how to sail. Soon, Mali is sailing on the waves in the company of a pod of dolphins. Mali helps a young dolphin who gets caught in a net. But who will help Mali when she gets into difficulty on the sea?

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Book SynopsisDiscover 10 famous classic children's novels, repackaged with beautiful modern covers.

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Book SynopsisWhat if Wendy went to Never Land with Captain Hook?Sixteen-year-old Wendy Darling wishes for a more exciting life. So when an opportunity to travel to Never Land on a pirate ship presents itself, Wendy makes a deal with the devil. But Never Land isn''t quite the place she imagined it would be, and a little pixie named Tinker Bell seems less than friendly. Then Captain Hook reveals some evil plans for Never Land, and it''s suddenly up to Wendy and Tinker Bell to save Peter Pan and his world.Part of the official Disney Twisted Tales series! This was yet another FANTASTIC addition to the Twisted Tales series! 5 STAR READER REVIEWNeverland practically busted off the pages with the rich and expanded word-building executed in true Neverland fashion. 5 STAR READER REVIEWI highly recommend this to a fellow dreamer wanting to escape their own world... 5 STAR READER REVIEW

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Book SynopsisThe Evernight has been defeated and the sun has returned, thanks to Larabelle Fox and her friends Joe and Double Eight. White Witches have their souls back and Mrs Hester is no more. It should be a time of celebration and relief. But a new threat is emerging from the mists of the Veil, the dangerous forest that surrounds the Silver Kingdom’s southern lands. Mysterious killings are taking place, and Double Eight is the suspect. Lara and Joe journey to Lake End to discover what’s really happening, all the while trying to stay one step ahead of the secret police . . . With artwork by Amy Grimes.Trade Review"MacKenzie’s imaginative ability to create a fantasy world is limitless … the sheer energy and charm of the characters propel the plot at breakneck speed – and the reader with it" * Daily Mail *"Ross MacKenzie is the dream author for those who want their stories full of adventure, danger and magic... one to recommend for fans of Philip Pullman as well as Harry Potter, a spell-binding treat for anyone looking for stories of magic and courage" -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisBattle fearsome beasts and fight evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up. An evil wizard has enchanted the magical Beasts of Avantia - only a true hero can free the Beasts and stop them from destroying the land. Tom journeys to the wilds of the frozen north, searching for Nanook the snow monster. Can he survive the ice and snow, and set the Beast free? There are SIX thrilling adventures to collect in Series One: Sepron the Sea Serpent; Arcta the Mountain Goat; Nanook the Snow Monster; Tagus the Horse-Man; and Epos the Flame BirdIf you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest and Beast Quest: New Blood!

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Book SynopsisOriginally conceived by its author as an entertaining story for Alice Liddell, the daughter of an Oxford dean, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, the fantastic tale of the young Alice’s encounters with the White Rabbit, the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter and the Queen of Hearts, has captured the imaginations of young and old throughout the world since it was first published in 1865. In addition to the vivid and unforgettable characters, it is the book’s experimental style, linguistic inventiveness and myriad of jokes and puzzles that account for the timeless fascination it inspires. Published to coincide with Alice in Wonderland’s 150th anniversary, this volume includes John Tenniel’s iconic drawings, the sequel Through the Looking Glass and a facsimile of Alice’s Adventure’s Under Ground, the early manuscript version of the novel illustrated by Lewis Carroll himself.

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Book SynopsisIt's off to Ancient Greece for the children and the tree house! They land just in time for the exciting Olympic Games, with the athletes, wrestlers and chariot racers all ready to go. But when Annie finds out no girls are allowed, there's trouble in store...

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