Children’s / Teenage fiction: Action and adventure stories

Book SynopsisThe Mighty Shandar, the most powerful wizard the world has ever seen, returns to the Ununited Kingdoms. Clearly, he didn''t solve the Dragon Problem, and must return his fee: eighteen dray-weights of gold. But the Mighty Shandar doesn''t do refunds, and vows to eliminate the dragons - unless sixteen-year-old Jennifer Strange and her sidekicks from the Kazam house of enchantment can bring him the legendary jewel, The Eye of Zoltar.The only thing that stands in their way is a perilous journey with a 50% Fatality Index - through the Cambrian Empire to the Leviathan Graveyard, at the top of the deadly Cadair Idris mountain. And it''s a quest that sees Jennifer fighting not just for her life, but for everything she knows and loves . . .Trade ReviewHighly recommended. Very funny - IndependentThis year's grown-up JK Rowling - Sunday TimesTrue literary comic genius - Sunday Express

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Book SynopsisHugless Douglas and his pals are going camping in Badger''s Wood. They are excited to make their tent into a tent shape, hop into their pyjamas and gather around Reading Rock for story time!But Little Sheep tells a story that gives Douglas the spooks, and he starts to hear some strange noises coming from outside the tent . . . Who could it be?Grab your hot chocolate and marshmallows and join Hugless Douglas and his pals for story time in the great outdoors!''A new Hugless Douglas book is always a cause for celebration.'' - Daily MailThe Hugless Douglas series has sold over 2 million copies in 27 languages worldwide.

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Book SynopsisFrom the world of Odin and Thor ... meet Freya the Valkryie. Book 2 in a brand new legend from the author of Pegasus.Trade Review"Anyone who enjoys Greek mythology will find much to love in Pegasus and the Flame. Kate O'Hearn serves up a winning mix of modern adventure and classic fantasy." * Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson series *'has really captured readers' imaginations' * The Bookseller *'A magical and mighty read befitting a story set in the world of the gods ... A richly imagined adventure that blends myth and reality into a story of heroics and heroism.' * Julia Eccleshare, LoveReading4kids *PRAISE FOR SHADOW OF THE DRAGON:'Great characters, good comedy, action, adventure and dragons. What more could a young fantasy fan ask for?' * The Bookbag *'an exciting, fast-paced adventure filled with strong female protagonists.' * School Librarian *'an action packed, gripping adventure story bringing the world of fantasy directly to a young female readership. Kate O'Hearn is perhaps the Anne McAffrey for the twenty-first century.' * School Librarian *'... packed with action' * Carousel *'This is a fine tale of high fantasy ... catches your imagination and heart.' * Kiss the Book *'This exhilarating story captures the reader's interest from the opening interaction between Kira and her parents to the breathless conclusion.' * VOYA *Contemporary and mythological worlds collide in an exciting new adventure based on Norse mythology from the Pegasus series author. It looks very strong and there's plenty to appeal to her fans: a feisty heroine, monstrous creatures and epic battles. * Children's Bookseller *"Anyone who enjoys Greek mythology will find much to love in Pegasus and the Flame. Kate O'Hearn serves up a winning mix of modern adventure and classic fantasy." * Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson series *'has really captured readers' imaginations' * The Bookseller *'A magical and mighty read befitting a story set in the world of the gods ... A richly imagined adventure that blends myth and reality into a story of heroics and heroism.' * Julia Eccleshare, LoveReading4kids *PRAISE FOR SHADOW OF THE DRAGON:'Great characters, good comedy, action, adventure and dragons. What more could a young fantasy fan ask for?' * The Bookbag *'an exciting, fast-paced adventure filled with strong female protagonists.' * School Librarian *'an action packed, gripping adventure story bringing the world of fantasy directly to a young female readership. Kate O'Hearn is perhaps the Anne McAffrey for the twenty-first century.' * School Librarian *'... packed with action' * Carousel *'This is a fine tale of high fantasy ... catches your imagination and heart.' * Kiss the Book *'This exhilarating story captures the reader's interest from the opening interaction between Kira and her parents to the breathless conclusion.' * VOYA *Contemporary and mythological worlds collide in an exciting new adventure based on Norse mythology from the Pegasus series author. It looks very strong and there's plenty to appeal to her fans: a feisty heroine, monstrous creatures and epic battles. * Children's Bookseller *

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Book Synopsis'Anyone who enjoys mythology will find much to love in Pegasus and the Flame. Kate O'Hearn serves up a winning mix of modern adventure and classic fantasy.' Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson seriesTrade ReviewTaps into ancient Greek mythology for an exciting and contemporary fantasy series with tons of excitement and adventure * ReaditDaddy *

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Book SynopsisThe explosive finale to The Circle trilogy by Teri Terry.The fate of the natural world lies in the hands of three teenagers.Captured by The Circle, Tabby is taken to their headquarters, Undersea. She learns about their ancient sisterhood, sworn to protect the planet, and that she is one of the Chosen.In London, Hayden finds herself at the centre of a coming together of disparate climate change groups. Denzi is missing, and Hayden''s path to finding him is laced with danger.People all around the world are demanding clean air and blue skies, and on the cusp of humanity making change for the good, Tabby, Hayden, and Denzi''s paths draw closer together.But as old friends arrive to help, old enemies resurface. The Circle''s endgame comes into focus and Tabby, Hayden, and Denzi must race to prevent the destruction ahead. Can they learn how to harness Tabby and the Chosen''s power in time before the world is changed forever?

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Book SynopsisThe stunning first novel in a new speculative thriller trilogy from the bestselling author of SLATED.Tabby lives a transient life with her mum Cate, never sticking in one place long enough to make friends. Until one day, an accident changes everything. Cate is arrested and Tabby realises her life has been a lie: Cate is not her mother.As she adjusts to her new life, Tabby finds herself drawn to the ocean - the only place she feels happy - and enrolls at a swimming summer school to help her heal.But all is not as it seems. She and her new friends are cut off from the outside world and she''s plagued by a repeating symbol of interlocking circles that follows her everywhere.As Tabby begins to learn the truth about what the circles mean, and uncovers the terrible lies she''s been told about her past, a final twist awaits her - a secret hidden in her DNA...

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Book SynopsisBe whisked away on a magical adventure on a chair that can fly and grant wishes! A beautiful full-colour hardback edition of this much-loved story.When Mollie and Peter sit in an old armchair in a curious antique shop, they never expected it to be the start of the most wonderful adventure. Making friends with a pixie called Binky is only the start, as the three of them sail away to a giant''s castle and even to the Land of Dreams! Make your own wishes come true with this charming, classic book in a deluxe edition.

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Book SynopsisA full-colour short story taken from the magical Wishing-Chair series. Perfect for new readers. Be whisked away! Never in their wildest dreams, could Mollie and Peter have imagined something so wonderful as a magic Wishing-Chair that will fly you anywhere and grant your every wish!And so when a goblin steals their mother''s ring, they set off on an adventure on the Wishing-Chair to the goblin village to get it back!Also available in this short story series:A Wishing-Chair Adventure: The Royal Birthday PartyA Wishing-Chair Adventure: Off on a Holiday AdventureA Wishing-Chair Adventure: A Daring School RescueA Wishing-Chair Adventure: The Witch''s Lost CatA Wishing-Chair Adventure: A Summertime MysteryA Wishing-Chair Adventure: Home for Half-TermA Wishing-Chair Adventure: Santa Claus and the Wishing-Chair

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Book SynopsisA full-colour short story taken from the magical Wishing-Chair series. Perfect for new readers. Be whisked away!Mollie and Peter are very lucky - they have a Wishing-Chair that will fly them to any magical land and grant them their every wish!And so when they arrive home from school for the half-terms holidays, they can''t wait to embark on their next adventure!Also available in this short story series:A Wishing-Chair Adventure: The Royal Birthday PartyA Wishing-Chair Adventure: Off on a Holiday Adventure A Wishing-Chair Adventure: A Daring School Rescue A Wishing-Chair Adventure: The Witch''s Lost CatA Wishing-Chair Adventure: A Summertime MysteryA Wishing-Chair Adventure: The Goblin and the Lost RingA Wishing-Chair Adventure: Santa Claus and the Wishing-Chair

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Book SynopsisJoin the team of heroes in action-packed dinosaur adventures

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Book Synopsis'Wonderful, funny, magical' Chris Evans‘A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small’ Ruth Jones on The Night I Met Father Christmas  'Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour . . . irresistible' Alexander Armstrong on The Night I Met Father ChristmasA boy, a dog, and a magical body-swap adventure! Enter a world of wonder in the brand-new classic adventure from top-ten bestselling children's author, Ben Miller.  George has always wondered what it's like to be a dog. One night, a magical mix-up with an enchanted fountain means he swaps places with Midnight, a huge and loveable hound!  Becoming a dog is an amazing adventure, until George uncovers a plan that could threaten Midnight's home. Can the two friends save the day before the clock strikes twelve and leaves them stuck in each other's bodies forever? A magical race-agaTrade Review‘A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small’ -- Ruth Jones on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour . . . irresistible' -- Alexander Armstrong on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Wonderful, funny, magical' -- Chris Evans on How I Became a Dog Called Midnight‘A magical adventure’ -- Sunday Express on The Day I Fell into a Fairytale‘Great for reading aloud’ -- Week Junior on The Day I Fell into a Fairytale'Each of [Ben’s] five books is joyous and thoughtful' -- Red Magazine'Fabulous' -- Sunday Express on The Boy Who Made the World Disappear‘A fire-side gem of a story’ -- Abi Elphinstone on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Enchanting, funny and intriguing in equal measure' -- Philip Ardagh on The Night I Met Father Christmas‘Clever and amusing’ -- Sunday Times on The Night I Met Father Christmas‘A delightful tale for kids both small and big' -- My Weekly on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Utterly festive and charming' -- BookTrust on The Night I Met Father Christmas‘A beautifully illustrated take on the classic tale by comedian Ben Miller’ -- Best Magazine on The Night I Met Father Christmas

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Book Synopsis. Written with award-winning author Joanna Nadin, with fantastic illustrations from Clare Elsom. Champion cyclist Chris Hoy breathes his passion for cycling into this entertaining and imaginative adventure about an ordinary boy and his big cycling dreams.Trade ReviewIt is an inspiring tale: a young boy gets on his new bike and - determined to be the best - pedals to glory. * Scottish Mail on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisThe fourth book in the fantastically fun, magical cycling adventure series from Sir Chris HoyThe District Championships are coming up and the Hercules' Hopefuls are nervous. It's high time he got Dad back from Nevermore, but he'll need a little help from his friends Princess Lily and Unlucky Luke .Trade ReviewI liked Fergus and that he likes biking like me * Ni4kids *What you have here is a winning combination of adventure and fun, magical and real-life experiences which younger readers can relate to, while Clare Elsom's illustrations are superb, and make you wish you were one of the gang yourself * Press & Journal, Aberdeen, Your Life *

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Book SynopsisHer future lies bright before her - until she learns that she is destined to lose the one she loves. Desperate to change her fate, Nix sails her crew to a mythical utopia to meet another Navigator who promises to teach her how to manipulate time.Trade ReviewAn adventure with greater stakes, more time-travel tricks and a love story that defies the laws of the universe itself. Heilig could give Dr. Who a run for his money -- Alwyn Hamilton, author of Rebel of the SandsHeilig is an expert storyteller, effortlessly weaving romance, time-travel, adventure, myth, fantasy and history together to make an incredibly exciting, suspenseful, emotional, beautiful story. She captured my imagination yet again and took me on one hell of a ride. I just can't express how incredible this book - this duology - is. It's epic - epic - and I am so, so sad that that's the last of Nix, Kash and the others that we'll see. The Ship Beyond Time is simply perfect. * Once Upon A Bookcase *a really excellent book, and I'm now gutted that I have to wait all over again for the threequel * Much Ado About Books *It's highly entertaining, it's really well thought and it surprised me several times. If you love history, fantasy, romance and multicultural and interesting characters, then you cannot miss these two books. They are fascinating. * Alba In Bookland *

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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 series. Seven days. Seven keys. One very unlikely hero.Arthur Penhaglion has wrested five of the Keys from the Trustees of the Will, but gaining the Sixth Key poses a greater challenge than any before. Superior Saturday is the oldest Denizen and the most powerful sorcerer within the House. She has thousands of sorcerers at her command and has been preparing for the Rightful Heir and the Will''s escape all along. As Saturday''s schemes become evident, Arthur is beset on all sides.The House is being destroyed, and only the Keys can hold back the tide of destruction. Arthur''s home city is under attack. His allies are unreliable. He can''t get into the impregnable Upper House, and even if he does, finding the Sixth Part of the Will and the Sixth Key might not be enough to stop Saturday''s ultimate bid for power.Trade ReviewI just loved Mister Monday, which is an amazing, no-holds-barred fantasy by Garth Nix. This is destined to be a cult series. Every chapter seems to bring something new and wonderful and ends with another surprise. In all honesty, I've never read anything quite like it. * Anthony Horowitz *[Garth Nix is] the coolest read in the playground. -- Amanda CraigMagic splashes across virtually every page. * Publisher's Weekly *Every bit as exciting and suspenseful as the author's previous young adult novels. * SLJ *

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ''the outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books For Keeps_______________Ideal for readers aged 7+Henri Giffard has devoted all his free time and money to inventing the first steam-driven hot air balloon. He's determined to make mankind's first ever-powered flight, and so in 1852 he sets off for Paris with just an urchin girl to help him. Thousands of people gather to watch the flight. Will the machine work when the weather changes or will Henri's dream of flying become his downfall?Terry Deary''s Victorian Tales explore the fascinating world of the Victorians, including many of the incredible achievements and breakthroughs that took place, through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period._______________Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'' interest in all things historical' - Books For Keeps

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Book Synopsis_______________A brilliant debut historical adventure from writer and comedian Iszi Lawrence, perfect for fans of Emma Carroll, The Princess and the Suffragette, and Opal Plumstead. _______________The story of the suffragettes with the Jiu Jitsu and roller-skating left in... this impeccably researched debut novel from Iszi Lawrence shows the fight for women''s suffrage as it really was. Lettice Pegg''s father is a working-class policeman and her mother is a middle-class suffragette. Stuck between them (and her terrifying grandma) as they argue, Lettice mostly cares about trying to fit in at school and convincing her parents to let her have roller skates and go to the music hall. But, when Lettice sees her mother brutally thrown to the ground by a policeman while on a protest march, her life changes forever. Not all of the women on the march are vulnerable to attack. Some of them have a secret weapon: Jiu Jitsu.As the suffragettes welcome LetticTrade ReviewLetty 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 *The Unstoppable Letty Pegg is an outstanding and immersive piece of Historical fiction that has been deeply and lovingly researched to be as authentic as possible whilst still being accessible and exciting for the young reader. * Lily and the Fae *The Unstoppable Letty Pegg is a wonderfully readable and enjoyable story, exploring a fascinating period of history. * North Somerset Teachers' Book Awards Blog *This book is packed with tiny details of life for an ordinary girl at that time.... The plot not only deals with the right to vote for women but also racism, class and the ordinary struggles of friendship. -- Jacqueline Harris * Reading Zone *With Jiu-Jitsu, Suffragettes, roller skates and a hilariously funny Nativity scene this is a superb read exploring the struggle for Women’s Rights and the perceptions of race and class in the early 1900s. * The Reading Realm *PRAISE FOR BLACKBEARD'S TREASURE This is children's fiction at its best ... Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson. * The Lady *PRAISE FOR BILLIE SWIFT TAKES FLIGHT 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. * Reading Zone *

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Book SynopsisBook Band: Dark Blue, ideal for ages 9+A heart-warming adventure story by award-winning comedian, actress, broadcaster, hearing-aid wearer and author of Harriet Versus the Galaxy, Samantha Baines. Aneira is a hearing-aid wearer and she is super scared of the dark. When the moon suddenly goes out one night, Aneira is on a mission to turn it back on! With the help of her owl friend, she sets off on a journey to fix the moon and overcome her fear. This powerful story features beautiful black-and-white illustrations by Lucy Rogers.The Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with book-banded stories to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2 by award-winning authors like double Carnegie Medal winner Geraldine McCaughrean and Waterstones Prize winner Patrice Lawrence. With engaging illustrations and online guided reading notes written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), this series is ideal for home and school. For more information visTrade ReviewThis is an absolutely lovely read, ideal for a young reader who still lacks confidence to 'go-it-alone' with their book selection. ... a super book for any independent reader, whether at home or at school. -- Samantha Phillips * ReadingZone *

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Book SynopsisThis is the story of a sleepy town called Suds, where children turn grey and disappear without a trace Poppy and Erasmus are certain there's something peculiar going on, but when they discover the answers might lie in the dark and twisting woods, can they find the courage to creep inside and solve this riddling mystery?Trade Reviewa charmingly dark tale that's dripping with style. Drawing inspiration from fables and legends, it creates an adventure that will send a chill up even the bravest reader's spine. * NYA LitFest Newsletter review *A deliciously dark fairytale. * Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy *A story woven in the finest of silk threads and stitched full of imagination. Poppy and Erasmus will warm even the coldest of beating hearts! * Helena Duggan, author of A Place Called Perfect *A thrilling read...flavoured with fairytales, drizzled with a syrup of fear and sprinkled with heart. * M.G. Leonard, author of Beetle Boy *An enjoyable balance of chills, mystery and humour all wrapped up inside a plot that will keep the youngest readers hooked until the very last page. * Starburst Magazine *

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Book SynopsisA spooky, quirky adventure of curses and magic, perfect for fans of Malamander and A Place Called Perfect. Welcome to Barrow. A spooky old town filled with strange birds, terrible floods and cursed by the infamous Barrow Bogwitch... When Lewis and his family move to Barrow, he doesn't think much of the stories at first. Until weird things start happening at midnight. Realizing they are in grave danger, Lewis and his new friend Moira must unearth old secrets and follow clues to break the curse. But the Bogwitch is stirring again...and she has eyes everywhere. Halpin knows how to weave a thrilling story Lancaster Guardian

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Book SynopsisWelcome to your new fantasy obsession . . .In a world where anyone can create life-destroying curses, only one person has the power to unravel them. Kellen does not fully understand his talent, but uses it to help those who have been cursed, including his ally and closest friend, Nettle. But Kellen himself is cursed, and unless he and Nettle can release him, he is in danger of unravelling everything - and everyone - around him.For fans of Leigh Bardugo and Neil Gaiman comes Frances Hardinge’s spectacular novel Unraveller. Called her ‘best yet’ by the Guardian, Hardinge expertly weaves together mythology and mystery in a richly-detailed world besieged by curses.‘Exquisite . . . sheer perfection’– Liz Hyder, author of The Gifts‘Instantly engrossing, effortlessly clever, and completely magical’ – Freya MarskeTrade ReviewExtraordinary. Exquisite and compelling. Sheer perfection. -- Liz Hyder, author of The GiftsIt’s gothic and twisty and witty and gripping: dark and delicious and fresh and I loved it. -- Katherine RundellThis multilayered, humane and brilliant YA fantasy is the Costa-winning Hardinge’s best yet. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *A gloriously creepy, intricate masterpiece full of tangles and knots for the reader to get caught up in. -- Adrian TchaikovskyOne of the most mesmerising journeys I’ve ever taken within the pages of a book. -- Hilary McKayIf you like your children’s books gothic, rich in language and occasionally baffling, you will already know Frances Hardinge. The author — who won the Costa prize in 2015 for The Lie Tree — is distinguished by a prose style that is often described as “beautiful” or “luminous” and her latest is no exception. -- Alex O'Connell * The Times *This detailed, thoughtful, original read is not one to rush, but to savour. -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *Hardinge is a worthy successor to Pullman, yes, but in fact, she is in a league that is entirely her own, a writer whose ideas are modern yet timeless, their execution compelling, eerie, sublime. -- Marianne Levy * iNews *Themes of humanity and redemption play out against this intricately woven backdrop, illuminated by characteristically sublime prose. - YA Book of the Month * The Observer *I would trust Frances Hardinge to lead me blindfolded into the wildest of marshes, and this is my favourite tale of hers yet. Instantly engrossing, effortlessly clever, and completely magical, with a stubbornly compassionate heart. -- Freya MarskeBeguiling and uncanny. Hardinge masterfully crafts modern folklore with the wisdom and wit of the ancients. I fell in love with this strange and satisfying novel! -- Tendai HuchuCurses grow like wildflowers in this beautifully written fantasy * SFX *Spellbinding storytelling — the inimitable Frances Hardinge has woven a wonderfully weird, richly imaginative and profoundly thought-provoking tale. -- Katherine WoodfineComplex and clever . . . I was sucked into this magical epic. * The Times *Hardinge’s work is always exquisite; this latest volume is no exception. * Irish Times *Superior fantasy from a winner of the Costa Book of the Year prize. -- Suzi Feay * The Financial Times *

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Book SynopsisWhen Gobbolino receives his sister Sootica's call for help he leaves his comfortable new life as a kitchen cat and sets off for the Hurricane Mountains, home of the old witch with whom his sister lives. On the way he meets the Little Wooden Horse, who offers to accompany him on his journey. It's just the beginning of many exciting, magical and sometimes dangerous adventures for these two brave and kind-hearted friends. With gorgeous illustrations inside, you can't help but fall in love all over again with these classic childhood characters from Ursula Moray Williams. Publishing in time for the seventy-fifth anniversary of Gobbolino the Witch's Cat, don't miss this magical adventure from our favourite kitten and his friend, the Little Wooden Horse.

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Book SynopsisChosen as one of Time Magazine's 100 Best Young Adult Books of All Time, Gullstruck Island is a vibrant and exciting novel, in a beautifully imagined setting, by Frances Hardinge, the Costa Award winning author The Lie Tree.On Gullstruck Island the volcanoes quarrel, beetles sing danger and occasionally a Lost is born . . .In the village of the Hollow Beasts live two sisters. Arilou is a Lost - a child with the power to depart her body and mind-fly with the winds – and Hathin is her helper. Together they hide a dangerous secret, until sinister events threaten to uncover it. With a blue-skinned hunter on their trail and a dreadlocked warrior beside them, they must escape, or risk everything. Can the fate of two children decide the future of Gullstruck Island?'Everyone should read Frances Hardinge. Everyone. Right now' - Patrick Ness, author of A Monster Calls.

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Book SynopsisFeisty girls take to the helm of a pirate ship in this new Emily Windsnap adventure! Ordinary girl on land, magical mermaid in water... Bubbling with magic, fun, friendship and oceans of adventure. A must-read for girls aged 8+.When Emily Windsnap's boyfriend Aaron is captured by pirates there's only one option - join a rival pirate crew and persuade them to help rescue him. The Pirate Prince agrees, as long as Emily assists in finding the Trident's Treasure first.But as if boarding a pirate ship weren't dangerous enough, Emily soon discovers that pirates hate mermaids. If her true identity is revealed, her life - and Aaron's - will be at risk.How will Emily keep her secret when the only way to win the treasure is by turning into a mermaid?

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Book Synopsis"A gripping, heart-wrenching coming-of-age story" - GuardianIn her first YA novel, Costa-shortlisted Kit de Waal responds to classic Moby Dick by tearing the power away from obsessive Captain Ahab and giving it to a teenage girl.Dinah's whole world is upside down, dead things and angry men and cuts all over her head that are beginning to sting....Seventeen-year-old Dinah needs to leave her home, the weird commune where she grew up. She needs a whole new identity, starting with how she looks, starting with shaving off her hair, her 'crowning glory'. She has to do it quickly, because she has to go now.Dinah was going to go alone and hitch a ride down south. Except, she ends up being persuaded to illegally drive a VW campervan for hundreds of miles, accompanied by a grumpy man with one leg. This wasn't the plan.But while she's driving, Dinah will be forced to confront everything that led her here, everything that will finally show her which direction to turn...In her first YA novel, Costa-shortlisted author Kit de Waal responds to the classic Moby Dick with entirely new characters, a VW campervan, and by tearing the power away from obsessive Captain Ahab and giving it to a teenage girl who's determined to find a new life, far away from her unconventional upbringing."An emotionally charged book" - Daily Mail"Fresh and defiantly original ... what a beautiful book" - Sarah Moore Fitzgerald"An emotional coming of age tale of escape, mission, and ultimately, self-knowledge" - The Big IssueTrade ReviewBecoming Dinah is a story with ancient resonance that's also fresh and defiantly original. I fell utterly in love with Dinah. I felt her pain and wanted the best for her from the start. A proper adventure wrapped around a tender, beautifully told story of loss, resilience and discovery. What a beautiful book. * Sarah Moore Fitzgerald *'This first in a new series of reinterpretations of classic stories through a feminist perspective might sound daunting, as it draws on Moby Dick for inspiration, but, under Kit de Waal's captaincy, it breezes along in full sail....Familiarity with the original adds to the fun, but this emotionally charged book also works beautifully as a standalone.' * Daily Mail *A gripping, heart-wrenching coming-of-age story * Guardian *Issues of class, race and gender are woven in effortlessly, and it's a superb example of how to do a feminist reimagining of a classic * Irish Times *An emotional coming of age tale of escape, mission, and ultimately, self-knowledge * The Big Issue *

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Book SynopsisPower, politics and pirates collide in the second book in the Isles of Storm and Sorrow trilogy.Marianne has never wanted to be a fighter, but with unrest and discord threatening the Twelve Islands, she will have to battle threats both inside and out in an attempt to attain peace for her homeland.A brave heroine. An impossible dilemma. An epic fantasy trilogy set on the high seas.Marianne is now the Viper, but her hopes for peace in the Eastern Isles are being frustrated. The corrupt King remains on the throne, bandits are proving hard to stop and Marianne is not sure who among her crew she can truly trust.For the islands to prosper, the invisible bond that once existed uniting land and sea must be reinstated. There's only one way that can happen - the return of magic. To do that Marianne must put aside all her fears: she must return to her roots, the Western Isles, and call on the power that runs in her blood. She must become a Mage. Only then, can she possibly command the army needed to finally take down the King.The second book in the Isles of Storm and Sorrow trilogy.

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Book SynopsisThe start of an epic new fantasy trilogy from bestselling, award-winning author Kiran Millwood Hargrave. 'Destined to be a classic' Garth Nix 'A stunning adventure' Cressida Cowell 'Fierce, lyrical ... an earth-shattering fantasy' Piers TordayThe earth is stirring . . .Ysolda has lived her life in the shadow of the wolf queen's tyrannical rule but, safe in her forest haven, she has never truly felt its threat.Until one day when a mysterious earthquake shakes the land and her older sister Hari vanishes in its wake.Accompanied by her loyal sea hawk, Nara, Ysolda embarks on a desperate rescue mission. But when she is forced to strike a bargain with the wolf queen herself, she soon finds herself embroiled in a quest for a magic more powerful - and more dangerous - than she could ever have imagined ...From the author of The Girl of Ink and Stars, Julia and the Shark and The Mercies, the Geomancer trilogy is a new modern classic for readers young and old.Trade ReviewThe kind of fantasy adventure I have always loved: evocative and imaginative and destined to be a classic * Garth Nix *A stunning adventure story - masterly storytelling from Kiran Millwood Hargrave * Cressida Cowell *Fierce, lyrical and compulsively readable; an earth-shattering fantasy * Piers Torday *The Wolf Queen herself is majestically ambiguous, sometimes magnetic and inspiring, sometimes chilling. And every adventure is better with giant sea wolves * Frances Hardinge *Bold, breathtaking and unbelievably beautiful fantasy * A.F. Steadman, author of the Skandar series *A truly epic fantasy adventure, full of wild magic, fierce bravery and the incredible power of love. I was utterly swept away by this masterpiece! * Catherine Doyle *Kiran Millwood Hargrave has crafted a wholly original world full of wild magic and thrilling adventure. The story sings and soars with her gorgeous, lyrical prose. This is a book to treasure * Katie Tsang *Lyrical and engrossing from the first line * Lizzie Huxley-Jones *This is a lyrical masterwork - an epic adventure woven from myth and magic, friendship and darkness. I loved it! * Struan Murray *The award-winning Kiran Millwood Hargrave is a class act embarking on an engrossing fantasy trilogy with In the Shadow of the Wolf Queen. Unlikely heroine Ysolda is made homeless by an earthquake and the arrival of the Wolf Queen's feared Ryders. Catapulted into a quest to rescue her imprisoned healer sister, she has to connive and plot to get near the answer to why everything is dying. Nuanced and varied female characters power this gripping, evocative plot about power-lust and the natural world in disarray. * The Observer *The first in an epic fantasy trilogy from Kiran Millwood Hargrave, In the Shadow of the Wolf Queen celebrates magic, nature and adventure * The Guardian *Part natural phenomenon, part myth, this immersive adventure is luscious and dark * The Daily Mail *This fantasy is one of the autumn's most exciting new books * The Week Junior *Animals and ancient magic thrill in the first of a new trilogy * i weekend *This tale of adventure and magic is as brave as it is exciting * The Independent *The start of a new series, this is a beautifully and gently written story that is part adventure, part fairytale, part mystery, and with underlying tones of magic and mythology. With a main character as fierce and brave as any you'd find in a Katherine Rundell novel, themes of environmental consciousness, and elements of Tolkien, it's an immersive and immensely enjoyable read * Booktrust *A fantastical adventure, built on the foundations of the real world, and brimming with the kind of alluring, elemental magic that stretches your imagination into the furthest and most fertile regions of the mind...a dazzling opener to what promises to be a modern classic * The Lancashire Evening Post *Rich in Millwood Hargrave's exquisite, atmospheric style. The world building is rich, as the reader is carried through ship-carcass built castles and eerily silent, boggy woods. In one chapter you feel you are hiking through the forest alongside Ysolda, in another rotting, salty sea air wafts from the page...a richly imagined new fantasy series about the power of nature and strength of sisterly love * LoveReading4Kids *Kiran is an exceptional writer whose world-building is always vivid and immersive...the book is one to savour and immerse yourself in...a must-read * K & O Bonkers About Books blog *I became completely absorbed in the story, with its amazing detail, descriptive text, and fast pace. I wait in anticipation for the next episode of this trilogy! * The School Librarian *This dark adventure weaves myths and natural phenomena in a twisty web * The Daily Mail *A stunning start to a dazzling trilogy * Jasbinder Bilan *An epic adventure rooted in elemental magic of the natural world * The Bookseller *First in a very special trilogy * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisDo you like exploring, animals and adventure? Then join The Adventure Club! A new illustrated series for younger readers about animals and adventure from much-loved author Jess Butterworth - writer of classic adventure stories in vibrantly described settings.It's time for the third Adventure Club trip, and this time Tilly and the Adventure Club are off to the Arctic circle in search of polar bears! There, they journey across the ice on sleighs pulled by huskies, camp in tents, and watch the northern lights, braving sub-zero temperatures. But on a boat trip, disaster strikes! The team find a narwhal caught in a fishing net. It's a race against time to free the narwhal. Will they succeed? And will the Adventure Club team spot a single polar bear before they have to leave?Join the Adventure Club with Tilly to find out!Packed full of illustrations and set as Tilly's own diary, this new series is perfect for young readers who are beginning to read on their own.

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Book Synopsis'You think the foxes are travelling down river to look for a new home?'The swan hesitated, but eventually he nodded. 'They could be.'A gorgeously illustrated animal epic set on the Greenriver that readers aged 8+ will treasure.The otters who live on the Greenriver have only just begun to recover from last year's flood when a swan arrives with news of a new threat : a clan of foxes is travelling closer and closer to the holt. Legends that have been passed down from otter to otter and beaver to beaver portray the foxes as sneaky, cruel creatures. Soon, the tenuous peace that has been brokered between the otters and beavers is threatened by this news. The otter holt and beaver lodge each believe a different course of action should be taken. It is up to Sedge and Silken to find a way to unite the two communities and protect their home from this new threat, if they can...From million-copy selling Holly Webb comes a modern classic - another gorgeously-written animal epic, set on the Greenriver. Perfect for fans of Pax.

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Book SynopsisThis box set collects the three books of the Leila & Nugget Mystery series! With her trusty dog, Nugget, Leila is ready to take on any case that comes her way.Kidnapped pet? Missing mascot? Decades old treasure hunt? Leila Beal and Nugget are on the trail! Book One: Who Stole Mr. T?: Leila and Nugget have big plans for their snow day—that is, until a neighborhood pet goes missing. Now, they’ve got to solve the mystery before the turtlenapper can strike again. Could it be Weirdy Beardy, the construction worker? Perhaps it’s the cranky, old neighbor lady. Or maybe, just maybe, this is an inside job. Who Stole Mr. T? will keep young readers guessing until the last page.  Book Two: The Case with No Clues: Mr. McGee was the principal of Englewood Elementary in 1947, and the students have just discovered that he created a massive treasure hunt all those years ago...

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Book Synopsis‘The Lost Girl King echoes Lord of the Rings and Narnia, whilst being original and fresh. It’s sure to become a classic of its own’ - Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of Stars ‘A glorious gulp of a summer adventure’ - Piers Torday, author of The Lost Wild ‘Nobody writes peril, wit and wonder as well as Catherine Doyle … a modern Diana Wynne Jones’ - Dave Rudden, author of Irish Children’s Book of the Year, Knights of the Borrowed Dark ********** From the author of the bestselling Storm Keeper trilogy comes a new, spellbinding adventure… Amy and Liam Bell have been packed off to stay at Gran's house in the wilds of Connemara for the summer. Out for a walk on the first morning of their holiday, they trace the flight of a hawk to a nearby waterfall – only to watch the bird disappear through it. Intrigued, the children follow and soon realise they've discovered the entrance to Tír na nÓg, the legendary land of eternal youth. But they’ve been tricked. Almost immediately Liam is captured by a troop of headless horsemen who take him to Tarlock, the ruling sorcerer of Tír na nÓg, who is seeking the bones of a human child for a sinister new spell. Packed with edge-of-your seat adventure, incredible imagination, humour and warmth, The Lost Girl King is the rare kind of story that has you reading long past lights out.Trade ReviewDoyle is one of my favourite writers, and The Lost Girl King is another breakneck adventure full of folklore and family love. Prepare to be transported! * Ross Montgomery, author of Costa-shortlisted and Waterstones Children’s Book of the Month The Midnight Guardians *Few do page-turning, high-stakes, and warm and witty adventure as well as Catherine Doyle, and The Lost Girl King is a writer at the height of her powers. You won’t want to put it down! * Kiran Millwood Hargrave, award-winning author of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, Waterstones Children’s Gift of the Year and the British Book Awards’ Children’s Book of the Year *Nobody writes peril, wit and wonder as well as Catherine Doyle. The Lost Girl King is real magic – a novel brimming with the perfect balance of charm, humour and just the right amount of poetry in its prose. Doyle is a modern Diana Wynne Jones * Dave Rudden, author of Irish Children’s Book of the Year Knights of the Borrowed Dark *A thrilling adventure — loveable characters, magical folklore and a seriously scary villain. Truly one of the best fantasy stories I’ve ever read. * A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief *A glorious gulp of a summer adventure * Piers Torday, author of The Last Wild *Beautifully written, breathlessly exciting, and full of heart and humour, this is an epic adventure unlike no other. Be prepared to fall in love with The Lost Girl King * Louise O'Neill, author of Only Ever Yours *What a fantastic story! I was utterly gripped throughout. I loved the Irish mythology, the snappy and humorous dialogue, the Greencloaks, the Fianna warriors, the peril and pace and dear old Gran. So much to savour! The way Catherine catapults the reader into the adventure from the off is just fabulous. Kids are going to adore this rollicking adventure * Abi Elphinstone *Packed full of heart and humour, The Lost Girl King is the perfect mix of nail-baiting action and spellbinding magic * Anna James, author of Pages & Co. *Catherine Doyle is a beautiful writer with an extraordinary imagination, as proven yet again with The Lost Girl King. The adventure sings with Doyle’s signature heart, humour, and hope — it is the kind of timeless tale that readers of all ages will love. It truly made me feel like I had discovered the magical land of Tír na nÓg, and is a book I look forward to reading again and again whenever I once more want to return to Tír na nÓg. * Katie Tsang, bestselling co-author of DRAGON REALM series *An exciting fantasy adventure inspired by Irish folklore and packed with humour, imagination and beautifully descriptive writing. The Lost Girl King echoes The Lord of the Rings and Narnia, whilst being original and fresh. It’s sure to become a classic of its own * Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of Stars *I fell headlong in love with this absolutely enchanting adventure. Catherine’s fantastical Tír na nÓg shimmers and bristles with magic and peril. With its roots in Irish folklore and its heart bursting with valiant spirit, this book will whisk you away to another world … ! I LOVED it! * Tamzin Merchant, author of The Hatmakers *The Lost Girl King is an extraordinary adventure, full of peril, magic, and magnificent characters who bring Doyle’s rich and vivid take on the mythical world of Tír na nÓg to life * Clare Povey, author of Waterstones CBOTM The Unexpected Tale of Bastien Bonlivre *I was totally transported by this book. Fizzling with folklore and fun * Francesca Gibbons, author of A Clock of Stars *Magical in every way * Eoin Colfer on THE STORM KEEPER'S ISLAND *Funny, dark and blazingly beautiful * Kiran Millwood Hargrave on THE STORM KEEPER'S ISLAND *

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Book SynopsisIt's time to race across the multiverse and save not just one world, but all of them! Kyan Green is getting the hang of racing through the multiverse in the Infinite Race. If he's driving a bubble-butt car through a giant's cereal bowl or riding on the back of a cosmic critter, he can't be beaten. But when the mysterious infinity racer Spider Ace charges Kyan and his friends with a mission that has them hurtling from one universe to the next, it couldn't be more dangerous. Together the gang must race from world to world, seeking out the multiverse doubles of Kyan's devious landlord Mr Stringer and facing off in battles that could tip the balance between good and evil. Lose a single battle, and every single parallel dimension could be in jeopardy

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Book SynopsisDaffodil Patterson is a small girl with BIG plans - it''s really not her fault that they always seem to go wrong The start of a brilliantly funny new series for young readers, from the author and illustrator of The Worst Class in the World, shortlisted for the Laugh out Loud Book Awards 2024.Soon-to-be eight-year-old Daffodil likes the dictionary, the middle bit in custard cream biscuits, and thinking BIG. She does NOT like her cousin Hugo Patterson-Dent, who has ten more gold stars than she does; the biscuit bit of custard creams (but that's OK because her friend Nirmal-Next-Door eats that); or any sort of catastrophe. The trouble is that somehow Daffodil''s ambitious plans tend to go pear-shaped Daffodil is hoping for the Best Birthday Party EVER. But she hasn''t reckoned on Colin, the greyhound with an appetite for everything except dog food. Or the fact that her brother''s band Hairy Wasp would break up before they could provide the entertainment. Or the total lack of guests.Luckily, Daffodil has the knack of looking on the bright side and is soon planning her next absolute bobby-dazzler of an idea!

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Book SynopsisA Marcus Rashford Book Club Choice! Silas and the Marvellous Misfits by Tom Percival is an action-packed adventure that shows kids the joy of being themselves.'Engaging and action packed. I would have loved this book as a child!' – Marcus Rashford MBEErika has a BIG secret. She’s a member of the Dream Defenders – a top-secret organization that banishes your worries while you sleep!And tonight they're on a mission to rescue Erika's best friend Silas from the clutches of the evil Glooms – creatures who want everyone in the dream world to look and think exactly the same way!Can the Dream Defenders save Silas and help him to see that being a misfit can be a truly marvellous thing?Discover more of the Dream Defenders adventures in Erika and the Angermare and Chanda and the Devious Doubt. The Marcus Rashford Book Club is a collaboration between Marcus Rashford and Macmillan Children's Books, inspiring children to develop a love of reading and literacy as a life skill.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 MBEAn action-packed new illustrated fiction series for independent readers that explores anxiety – and how to conquer it –through rip-roaring adventure stories! -- Little London, feature on children’s books and anxietyAn energetic adventure, with two-colour illustrations throughout and relatively short, manageable chapters for younger readers. Whilst the story is set in a fun alternative world, Percival manages to cleverly weave in themes of emotional care, as Erika’s bad mood also attracts a dangerous Angermare and she has to learn to manage her own anger in order to defeat it. * BookTrust, Books We Love *I'd happily have this on my bookshelf at school but I would also happily recommend this for any parent to read with or give to their child to read -- Small Tomes Big MindsA fun and engaging way to reassure youngsters and help them cope with their anxieties. . . . Ideal for sharing at home to help children through periods of anxiety, or for reading in schools as guidance with behavioural problems and anger management, this exciting new series could turn youthful nightmares into the sweetest dreams. -- Lancashire Evening Post and syndicates, Blackpool Gazette, Leigh Observer, Longridge News, Leyland Guardian, Lytham Stannes Express

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Book SynopsisA tousle-headed, snub-nosed, hearty, lovable ball of mischief, William Brown has been harassing his unfortunate family and delighting his hundreds of thousands of admirers since 1922. Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition features original illustrations by Thomas Henry and a foreword by novelist, dramatist and screenwriter Roddy Doyle.Just William is Richmal Crompton’s first book about the incorrigible William Brown. Follow his adventures from getting over a school teacher crush to a failed attempt at baby-sitting, and from throwing a wild party to meeting his faithful dog Jumble in this hilarious collection of stories.Trade ReviewCrompton’s voice is dry, wry and ironic, in a style that you could say echoes Evelyn Waugh’s . . . The Just William stories are, above all, funny -- Michael Deacon * Telegraph *What’s funniest about William is when he’s thumbing his nose at authority -- David Barnett * Independent *Table of ContentsIntroduction - i: Foreword by Sue Townsend Chapter - 1: William Goes to the Pictures Chapter - 2: William the Intruder Chapter - 3: William Below Stairs Chapter - 4: The Fall of the Idol Chapter - 5: The Show Chapter - 6: A Question of Grammar Chapter - 7: ‘Jumble’ Chapter - 8: The Outlaws Chapter - 9: William and White Satin Chapter - 10: William’s New Year’s Day Chapter - 11: The Best-laid Plans Chapter - 12: William Joins the Band of Hope

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Book SynopsisReturn to the world of Amy Wilson's A Girl Called Owl in this sparkling seasonal novel Owl and the Lost Boy, from 'the rising star of children's fantasy'. Being stuck in an eternal summer is not fun. Especially when you're Jack Frost's daughter. Owl's friend Alberic – who also happens to be the Earl of Autumn's son – is missing. Determined to find him and end the perpetual summer, Owl and her best friend Mallory embark on an adventure that will take them deep into the magical world of time itself. But Alberic's disappearance is shrouded in secret, and there's more going on than meets the eye. As an epic battle of the elements approaches, will Owl and Alberic be able to control their magic and restore the natural world?Lose yourself in this glittering story of friendship, nature and the elements told with Amy Wilson's trademark magic and heart.'A story of wild winds and bitter frosts with the warmth of friendship at its heart' Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song on A Girl Called Owl'It was such a treat to be back in Owl’s world - Amy Wilson spins her magic like a glittering winter cloak' Jasbinder Bilan, author of Asha & the Spirit BirdTrade ReviewThe rising star of children's fantasy * Telegraph *Wilson is conjuring up a reputation for darkly mystical stories based on myths and legends * Daily Mail *It was such a treat to be back in Owl’s world - Amy Wilson spins her magic like a glittering winter cloak. This story of friendship, loyalty and the power of nature is so beautifully told I felt myself sinking deeper under its spell. -- Jasbinder Bilan

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Book SynopsisFull of thrills, mystery and danger, Vega Jane and the Maze of Monsters (previously published as The Keeper) is the second title in the fast-paced fantasy adventure series for children of 10+ by bestselling master storyteller David Baldacci. Illustrated throughout by Tomislav Tomic.Everything Vega Jane has ever known is a lie. But if she and her best friend Delph are to find the truth about who they are and where they came from, they must first survive the Quag, a wild, enchanted place filled with monsters and dark sorcery. It will stretch their courage to the limit. The Quag will throw everything at Vega. It will try to break her. It will try to kill her. And survival might come at a price not even Vega is willing to pay.Vega Jane and the Maze of Monsters (previously published as The Keeper) is the second installment in master storyteller David Baldacci's bestselling Vega Jane series for children, now in a revised and re-illustrated edition. Vega and Delph continue the story that began with Vega Jane and the Secrets of Sorcery.Trade ReviewPulls you in and blows your mind. It's fast-paced and you won't be able to put it down * reader review, First News, of 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 * reader review, Reading Zone, of Vega Jane and the Secrets of Sorcery *

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Book SynopsisPacked with monsters, excitement and danger, Vega Jane and the Rebels' Revolt is the third thrilling title in the fast-paced fantasy adventure series for children of 10+ by bestselling master storyteller David Baldacci. Illustrated in black and white throughout by Tomislav Tomic.Lied to her whole life, Vega Jane broke away from the only home she'd ever known in search of the truth. She has battled monsters, with her best friend Delph alongside her, only to arrive in a place that's even more dangerous. The people there are enslaved and don't even know it. It's time for Vega and Delph to take up the fight against a cunning new enemy – and their success or failure will decide the fate of the whole world.Vega Jane and the Rebels' Revolt (previously published as the The Width of the World) is the third instalment of Vega's search for the truth about her past, which started with Vega Jane and the Secrets of Sorcery and Vega Jane and the Maze of Monsters, 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 . . . it's definitely my new favourite book. -- reader review, First News, of Vega Jane and the Secrets of SorceryHigh 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. -- Reader Review, Reading Zone of Vega Jane and the Secrets of Sorcery

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Book SynopsisRediscover the magical adventure of Gobbolino the kitten and his friend the Little Wooden Horse, brought to life with gorgeous inside and cover illustrations from Catherine Rayner.When Gobbolino receives his sister Sootica's call for help he leaves his comfortable new life as a kitchen cat and sets off for the Hurricane Mountains, home of the old witch with whom his sister lives.On the way he meets the Little Wooden Horse, who offers to accompany him on his journey. It's just the beginning of many exciting, magical and sometimes dangerous adventures for these two brave and kind-hearted friends.Ursula Moray-Williams' The Further Adventures of Gobbolino and the Little Wooden Horse was originally published in 1984 and continues to be one of the most-loved classic stories of children's literature.

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Book SynopsisJoin Tunde on his next superpowered mission in The Boy with Wings: Clash of the Superkids, a hilarious, action packed story from Lenny Henry, illustrated throughout by Keenon Ferrell.Wings? Check.A super-cool, super-secret past? Check.An impossible mission to save the world from a super evil enemy? Check.When Tunde’s parents take him to a top-secret testing facility called The Complex, he’s nervous about meeting others like him who have super powers. But trying to make new friends is the least of his worries. There’s something much scarier going on. And it’s going take more than just the boy with wings to stop it . . . Now that flight isn’t an option, the only choice is to fight.Trade ReviewThis book is as laugh-out-loud funny as you’d expect, but it’s also packed with super-charged thrills, characters you really care about and a whole lot of heart. I think The Boy With Wings is the start of something really special. -- Nadia Shireen - Author of Grimwood, on The Boy With WingsHilarious and heartfelt ... interwoven with messages about family, friendship, courage and belonging * The Guardian on The Boy With Wings *... Always looking for genuinely laugh out loud funny books and [The Boy with Wings] 100% delivered. THANK YOU. -- Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good

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