Children’s / Teenage fiction: Crime and mystery fiction

Book SynopsisA brand new short story set in the world of His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust by master storyteller, Philip Pullman.Serpentine is a perfect gift for every Pullman fan, new and old. ''Lyra Silvertongue, you''re very welcome . . . Yes, I know your new name. Serafina Pekkala told me everything about your exploits''Lyra and her daemon Pantalaimon have left the events of His Dark Materials far behind.In this snapshot of their forever-changed lives they return to the North to visit an old friend, where we will learn that things are not exactly as they seem . . .Illustrated throughout by Tom Duxbury, the perfect re-entry for fans of His Dark Materials and a wonderful companion to The Book of Dust.''It''s a stunning achievement, the universe Pullman has created and continues to build on''New York Times''Pullman is an easeful storyteller and an intricate and inventive world-builder, and everything he has to write is worth reading'' The TelegraphTrade Review[Serpentine] brings with it all the familiar delights of Pullman's work: its effortless clarity, its intelligence, its ineffable mix of coziness and darkness, innocence and experience. * Lev Grossman - New York Times *Tom Duxbury's linocut-inspired illustrations give Serpentine a handsome look and accessible feel . . . Serpentine offers aficionados a poignant return to Lyra and Pan. * Wall Street Journal *Foreshadowing the events of The Secret Commonwealth, this gorgeously illustrated volume is a treat for fans of the fantasy. * Sunday Mirror *

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Book Synopsis*Soon to be a major film!* Join the world of Artemis Fowl, the number one bestseller by Eoin Colfer. AT JUST TWELVE YEARS OLD, ARTEMIS FOWL IS A CRIMINAL GENIUS. No scheme is too dastardly, no plot too devious. And he''s just discovered that fairies are real. Poor fairies. But these are not the cuddly creatures of bedtime stories. They are armed. They are dangerous. And when Artemis captures Captain Holly Short for her fairy gold, he messes with the wrong elf. Holly isn''t armed but she''s incredibly dangerous, and pretty annoyed with all the kidnapping. Artemis Fowl is about to find out that fairies fight back . . . Let the misadventure begin. ''Fast-paced, tongue in cheek . . . laugh-out-loud'' - Sunday Times ''A huge hit'' - The Guardian ''Artemis is a brilliant creation'' - Anthony Horowitz ***Winner of the WHSmith Children''s Book of the Year Award and Children''s Book of the Year at the Children''s Book Awards. Shortlisted for the Whitbread Children''s Book of the Year Award.***This graphic novel adaptation of the internationally best-selling novel offers an exciting look inside both Fowl Manor and Haven City as it follow Artemis Fowl''s battle against a cast of creatures beyond your wildest imagination.

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Book Synopsis_______________''Devastating Any reader with a heart will weep buckets'' - Sunday Times Book of the Week''Impossible to put down'' - The Times''An outstanding and daring achievement'' - Irish Examiner_______________SHORTLISTED FOR THE COSTA CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE YA BOOK PRIZE SHORTLISTED FOR THE CBI BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE CLiPPA AWARD LONGLISTED FOR THE CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL _______________They think I hurt someone. But I didn't. You hear?Cos people are gonna be telling youall kinds of lies.I need you to know the truth.Joe hasn''t seen his brother for ten years, and it''s for the most brutal of reasons. Ed is on death row.But now Ed''s execution date has been set, and Joe is determined to spend those last weeks with him, no matter what other people think ...From Carnegie Medal winner Sarah Crossan, this poignant, stirring, huge-hearted novel asks bigTrade ReviewDevastating … Any reader with a heart will weep buckets * Sunday Times, Book of the Week *Mistrust, forgiveness and the premeditated stripping away of a future, distorting many other lives in unfathomable ways, are communicated through Crossan’s spare, expressive free verse, with understated, heart-breaking clarity * Guardian *Impossible to put down – its agonising and informative plot, along with the poetry of the writing, makes for a powerful story that should appeal to anyone over 13 with a heart and a love for storytelling … Deep, light, witty and authentic * The Times *An outstanding and daring achievement … Bravely tackles the issue of capital punishment, putting an all too human face on the protagonists * Irish Examiner *Brilliant … An affecting story about the power of sibling love … One of the most important writers of YA fiction around * Times Educational Supplement *Powerful * Irish Times *One of the most thought-provoking, tender stories of the year * IMAGE *Spare and sad and angry, but Moonrise is also laced with nuggets of happiness thanks to how beautifully the brothers’ relationship is built. This is an important, and strangely lovely, read * Sunday Post *

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Book Synopsis Harry Potter meets Robin Stevens in this thrilling magical murder mystery! 'This mystery is a worthy prizewinner ... a jolly, atmospheric mystery.' THE TIMES 'Thornton, like [Agatha] Christie, can turn murder into a thoroughly comforting bedtime read.' THE TELEGRAPH 'All kinds of fun' THE OBSERVER 'Featuring magical antics, a talking cat and a locked-room murder mystery, Seth's story reads like an old-school whodunnit with added wizards and spells and echoes of ancient sorcery.' BOOKTRUST Seth is the downtrodden kitchen boy at the remote Last Chance Hotel, owned by the nasty Bunn family. His only friend is his black cat, Nightshade. But when a strange gathering of magicians arrives for dinner, kindly Dr Thallomius is poisoned by Seth's special dessert. A locked-room murder investigation ensues – and Seth is the main suspect. The funny thing is, he's innocent ... can he solve the mystery and clear his name, especially when magic's afoot? A magical locked-room murder mystery: Agatha Christie meets Harry Potter! Readers aged 9+ will love guessing whodunnit with the novel’s fantastic ensemble cast The Seth Seppi Mysteries continue in book 2, The Bad Luck Lighthouse, and book 3, The Cut-Throat Café Nightshade the cat becomes the star of her very own adventure in the first book Nicki Thornton's new series, The Howling Hag Mystery! MORE PRAISE FOR THE LAST CHANCE HOTEL: 'Wonderfully atmospheric' DAILY EXPRESS 'A magical blend of murder and mystery for super-sleuthing fans everywhere.' SUNDAY EXPRESS 'There are plenty of surprises and some shocks in store as this intriguing story develops, drawing the reader in and stirring their detective juices' PRIMARY TIMES 'If you like whodunnits, you’ll enjoy this mystery, inspired by Agatha Christie and Enid Blyton, but set in a magical world. Entertaining and inventive' THE WEEK JUNIOR

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Book SynopsisCHERUB: the number one bestselling spy thriller series for kids.Trade ReviewA cracking yarn * Aberdeen Evening Express *Great ... for anyone who loves to be caught up in an adventure * Chapelfield Magazine *Praise for books in the CHERUB series: 'Punchy, exciting, glamorous and, what's more, you'll completely wish it was true.' * Sunday Express *'Crackling tension and high-octane drama.' * Daily Mail *'A really good book that you could re-read over and over again.' * Guardian *'Pacy writing, punchy dialogue and a gripping plot, it's got it all.' * Daily Express *'Fast-moving action ... and cool gadgets!' * The Times *

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Book SynopsisFrom the best-selling master storyteller, Sir Philip Pullman, dive once again into the world of His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust...''D''you - er - have you seen her before?''''Yes. I know who she is.''''But, Grinstead, this painting is seventy years old - probably nearer eighty! You''re not being serious - I mean . . . What do you mean?''On a dark winter''s night in 1970, Horley and Grinstead huddle for warmth in the Senior Common Room of a college in Oxford. Conversation turns to the two impressive works of art that Horley has recently added to his collection.What the two men don''t know is that these pieces are connected in mysterious and improbable ways; and they are about to be caught in the cross-fire of a story which has travelled time and worlds.

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Book SynopsisA vivid adventure filled with danger and heroism from the author of Murder in Midwinter. Athan Wilde dreams of flight. When his friend, Mr Chen, is murdered, Athan must rescue the flying machine they were building together and stop it falling into the wrong hands. But keeping the machine safe puts his family in terrible danger. What will Athan choose - flight or family? From the acclaimed author of Murder In Midwinter, Fleur Hitchcock's The Boy Who Flew is a thrilling, murderous tale set among the steep rooftops and slippery characters of Athan's intricately imagined world. Perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Peter Bunzl and Philip Reeve.

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Book SynopsisFive Nights at Freddy's fans won't want to miss this pulse-pounding collection of three novella-length tales that will keep even the bravest FNAF player up at night...

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Book SynopsisFive Nights at Freddy''s fans won''t want to miss this collection of three chilling stories that will haunt even the bravest player...How do you know what's imagined and what is not? . . . After spending most of his life trying to become an animatronic, Billy wakes up in the hospital to an entirely new reality. Travis can't shake the feeling that something eerily familiar is haunting him. And nightmares make Rory's days and nights blend together until it's hard to tell what's what. In the world of Five Nights at Freddy's, reality can be worse than you could ever envision . . .In this eighth volume, Five Nights at Freddy''s creator Scott Cawthon spins three sinister novella-length tales from uncharted corners of his series'' canon. In the world of Five Nights at Freddy''s, everything comes with a price to pay.Readers beware: This collection of terrifying tales is enough to rattle even the most hardened Five Nights at Freddy''s fans.

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Book SynopsisSolve the mystery with the Secret Seven - everyone''s favourite detective club! These timeless stories are perfect for young fans of mystery, adventure or detective series. Also available in audiobook! In book two a priceless pearl necklace goes missing. The Secret Seven are first off the mark to catch the thief. Why? Because they saw him making his escape! Now all they have to do is find the necklace...Solve the mystery! Cover and inside illustrations are by the brilliant Tony Ross, illustrator of David Walliams''s books. The story was first published in 1950 This edition features the classic text and comes with a Bonus Blyton section at the back with quizzes, puzzles and other bonus extras! Enid Blyton , The Secret Seven and Enid Blyton''s signature are Registered Trademarks of Hodder and Stoughton Limited. No trademark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trademark and copyright own

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Book SynopsisFollow London's newest detective, Enola Holmes, in her action-packed seventh adventure - from the series that inspired the films, starring Millie Bobby Brown. Read them all before the next film lands!When Miss Letitia Glover arrives at Sherlock Holmes's door, desperate to uncover the truth about her twin sister, Flossie, it is Enola who steps up to solve the case.Letitia is convinced Flossie's husband is lying about her death. And indeed, Enola discovers that this is not the first time a wife of the Earl has met an untimely end. Could Flossie's fate be tied to a mysterious black barouche that arrived at the Earl's home in the dead of night? Enola is determined to unravel the secrets within Dunhench Hall . . . 'A story of a young girl who is empowered, capable, and smart ... the Enola Holmes book series conveys an impactful message to kids and teenagers all over the world that you can do anything if you

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Book SynopsisCHERUB: the number one bestselling spy thriller series for kids.Trade ReviewWith its spectacular plotting and strong cast of characters, this book ... is sure to find a wide readership ... Dramatic and thrilling ... the story moves at a rattling pace, seamlessly weaving James and Lauren's stories into a hugely entertaining kaleidoscope of suspense and intrigue * Books For Keeps *This is a punchy, glamorous action-thriller * Waterstone's Books Quarterly *Punchy, glamorous and a bit gritty ... a pacy read * Aberdeen Evening Express *A satisfyingly complex story, variously thrilling, dry-humoured and the darkest yet * Lion and Unicorn Books *Jam-packed with nail-biting tension and hard-hitting drama, this is a truly gripping page-turner * Suffolk Free Press *Praise for books in the CHERUB series: 'Punchy, exciting, glamorous and, what's more, you'll completely wish it was true.' * Sunday Express *'Crackling tension and high-octane drama.' * Daily Mail *'A really good book that you could re-read over and over again.' * Guardian *'Pacy writing, punchy dialogue and a gripping plot, it's got it all.' * Daily Express *'Fast-moving action ... and cool gadgets!' * The Times *

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Book SynopsisA stunning graphic novel adaptation of Walter Dean Myers's New York Times bestseller Monster.Monster is a multi-award-winning, provocative coming-of-age story about Steve Harmon, a teenager awaiting trial for a murder and robbery.Trade Review"The superbly rewarding format serves to powerfully emphasize Myers's themes of perspective and the quest to see one's self clearly. A must-have for public and school libraries, and a standout graphic novel." -- Booklist (starred review) "It's not easy for an adaptation to please both old and new readers, but this respectful one pulls off that trick." -- Kirkus Reviews "This graphic novel adaptation will introduce this story to a new generation of fans." -- School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisNominated for the CILIP Carnegie Medal 2022What you don't remember can't hurt you... Cyan has lived at the Elsewhere Sanctuary for as long as he can remember, freed by Dr Haven from dark memories of his past life. But when Cyan finds a mysterious warning carved into the bones of a whale skeleton, he starts to wonder what he had to forget to be so happy. New resident, Jonquil, begins to resist the sanctuary's treatment, preferring to hold on to her memories - even the bad ones. So when Dr Haven resorts to harsher measures, Cyan embarks on a secret mission to discover the truth about the sanctuary...and himself. Marvellously visual and gripping - A. M. HowellTrade ReviewPacy, profound and original * The Observer *Simpson combines fast-paced visual storytelling with a complex, thought-provoking message about coming to terms with the past. * The Guardian *Marvellously visual and gripping * A.M. Howell, author of The Garden of Lost Secrets *Gripped me from the very first page - vivid storytelling, wonderful world-building and characters you'll think about long after the end * Jasbinder Bilan, author of Asha & The Spirit Bird *This multi-layered thriller is thought-provoking and compelling. * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisSquid Game meets Agatha Christie in this locked-room virtual reality murder mystery, where the only option is to win – or die trying… _______________ Video games have never been more murderous. Veronica wakes up trapped with four strangers in a sprawling manor house in a snow storm with a dead body, a mystery right out of an Agatha Christie novel. It feels so real – but it isn’t. This is VR and this is THE Game; a rumoured Easter Egg hidden in other VR games that draws you into a competition for a prize beyond your wildest dreams. And there’s no escaping the VR world until the Game is won. But while Veronica and her fellow players are trying to figure out the puzzle, something is not right in the VR world. Blackouts, glitches, NPCs acting strange, and a mysterious figure haunting their footsteps. Then when a player dies, and also dies in real life, all hell breaks loose. Without warning, the game Veronica thought she was playing gets overshadowed by a much darker, and much more real, mystery: who is killing us?’ It may not be a game Veronica wanted to play, but it’s one that she has to win – or die trying.Trade Review‘The action gets going right from the start, making for a really good read, as you’re entertained throughout’ Independent * The Independent *Brilliantly executed with unexpected twists and turns, Let's Play Murder is like the best, most carefully crafted mystery mixed with classic video games. It will keep you guessing until the very last page. Ready Player One meets Agatha Christie, Let's Play Murder is the chilling thriller you don't want to miss * Alison Weatherby, author of The Secrets Act *I just couldn't put it down - Kesia's writing was so immersive, and she's taken a very unique concept and created such a gripping story with very distinctive characters * Aneesa Marufu, author of The Balloon Thief *Black Mirror meets One of Us Is Lying. Let’s Play Murder had me racing to finish and questioning everything right up to the explosive conclusion * Amy McCaw, author of Mina and the Undead and Mina and the Slayers *A fast paced mystery that keeps you guessing until the very end. Let’s Play Murder is like a dark, twisted escape room for your mind. The ultimate combination of fun and fear * Fran Hart, author of The Other Ones *I rattled through it in a couple of frantic nights' reading as I couldn't wait to get to the end! I loved the twisty mash-up of virtual reality and old-school murder mystery; it was delightfully creepy and atmospheric * Andreina Cordani, author of The Girl Who... and Dead Lucky *Talk about twists and turns – this book had me gripped and guessing all the way through. Everything about it was wonderfully dark: the secrets, the intricately-drawn setting, the shadowy characters. I’ve never been so desperate to get to the end of a book * Molly Morris, author of This is Not the End *Ready Player One meets Agatha Christie. I gulped down this thrilling, mysterious and highly original read, and I defy anyone to guess the ending * Anna Day, author of The Fandom and The Fandom Rising *A stormer of a story! * Kiran Millwood Hargrave on WE ARE BLOOD AND THUNDER *A gorgeously written fantasy, with a haunting, intricate world * Mary Watson on WE ARE BLOOD AND THUNDER *'Let's Play Murder is unputdownable, immersive, edge-of-your-seat excitement. If you're looking for a thrilling blend of thriller and horror to set your pulse-racing, plus a truly shocking, gasp-worthy twist, this is the book for you.' Katharine Corr / Elizabeth Corr Authors of Daughter of Darkness and A Throne Of Swans/A Crown Of Talons -- Katherine and Elizabeth Corr * Katherine and Elizabeth Corr *A fast-paced, tense read that combines murder-mystery with a sinister VR world - a thrilling ride! -- Ravena Guron (author of This Book Kills) * Ravena Guron (author of This Book Kills) *A nightmare VR escape room brilliantly combined with a gripping murder mystery - I was hooked from the first page and tore through Let's Play Murder! -- Tess James-Mackey (Author of Someone Is Watching You) * Tess James-Mackey (Author of Someone Is Watching You) *“The chilling world of virtual reality is the backdrop for this edge-of-your seat nightmare. Veronica, whose half-brother, Max, is desperately ill, is accidentally sucked into a dark-web murder mystery game where the victor wins millions. It could save Max, but four others are also competing, all with reasons of their own. Then something goes wrong, people get killed and someone starts haunting the house for revenge. Genuinely creepy” * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisSex Education meets A Good Girl's Guide to Murder in this darkly hilarious YA murder mystery by Comedy Women in Print Prize and Carnegie Medal nominated author, Kate Weston.Fiercely funny, feminist and FUN! I bloody loved it' M.A. KUZNIARThere's never a good time to find a dead body. But finding a dead body while you're trying to kiss your crush?Dead awkward.All Kerry wants to do is stay at home with her rom-coms and strict retainer schedule. Instead, her BFF Annie has roped her into going to their first sixth-form party to investigate who's cyberbullying Heather, the most popular girl in school.On the cusp of kissing her dreamy crush, Scott, Kerry discovers the body of Heather''s second in command suffocated with a menstrual cup. Within days, another student turns up dead, this time with a sanitary pad across the eyes. Now Annie and Kerry are officially on the case to stop the menstrual murderer . . . period.Trade Review Praise for MURDER ON A SCHOOL NIGHT “This inclusive feminist tale is thrilling, twisty and hilarious… I’ll never look at menstrual products the same way again!Fiercely funny, feminist and FUN! I bloody loved it” – M.A. KUZNIAR ‘The snappy dialogue shines and the detective duo’s friendship is well observed and rings true’ – Fiona Noble, The Observer ‘Kate Weston’s hilarious YA murder mystery is a must’– Irish Independent “Mean Girls meets Midsomer Murders with a dash of Louise Rennison in this genre-blending story… Hysterically funny dialogue and a lighthearted tone. However, what really elevates the goofy capers and over-the-top scheming is how well Kerry and Annie know both themselves and each other. Secrets add depth and complexity to this insightful parody of teenage life. A nuanced, hilarious page-turning romantic mystery” – Kirkus Reviews "Channeling the 1980s cult classic Heathers right down to the croquet set, Weston flaunts cozy English charm and puerile slapstick comedy in this propulsive mystery . . . The girls’ chemistry as best friends and partners-in-crime-solving is energizing. Refreshing attention to sex positivity and period politics combined with Weston’s timing—both comedic and plot driven—ensure a laugh-out-loud romp" – Publishers Weekly ‘Laugh out loud funny, delightfully gruesome and packed with twists, turns and feminism. I loved every minute of it!’ – Amy McCaw, author of Mina and the Undead Praise for KATE WESTON ‘Echoes of the late great Louise Rennison’― Irish Times If you found the late Louise Rennison's diaries of Georgia Nicholson funny…this book by comedian Kate Weston will make you laugh out loud…and contains wisdom and good advice along with the comedy ― The Sunday Times 'Holly Bourne fans should love this uproarious debut by standup comic Weston' – Guardian 'This book will make you laugh out loud' – Sunday Times Book of the Week

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Book SynopsisThe Famous Five told as a graphic novel for the first time ever. Ideal for anyone who loves Tintin, Asterix or Dogman.All the fun, danger and excitement of the original books, in a fast-paced format for fans old and new. Brilliantly retold, designed and illustrated by a talented father-and-son team of graphic novel experts. This superb new edition will capture the imagination of readers of any age.It''s the holidays and after bad school reports, Julian, Dick, Anne and George are stuck indoors with a tutor. But nothing can stop the intrepid young cousins exploring. The discovery of a secret passage might help them escape their lessons - but could it lead them into more trouble? Join the adventure!

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Book SynopsisJoin the sporting detectives as they race around the world in the brilliant mystery adventure series from multi gold medal-winning Paralympian, Ellie Robinson.    It’s been a year since Seb, Hannah and Maria solved the mystery of the gold medal thief at the Tokyo Games. Now they are reunited at the World Football Championship but Brazil’s star goalie has gone missing. Finding a lost medal was one thing, finding a missing person is much more difficult. Can the trio team up again to find out what happened before the final game?Solve the case before the whistle blows! Action-packed look-behind-the-scenes at the world's biggest sporting event, with clues and illustrations throughout.

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Book SynopsisWith a cast of wonderful sea creatures, including a magical mermaid, and plenty of seaside fun, What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside is a brilliant rhyming adventure from the bestselling picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks.The clever little ladybird is off on a trip to the seaside, but those two bad men, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len, are up to their wicked ways again. This time they're planning to steal the mermaid's hair and sell it to a famous star. Luckily, the crime-busting ladybird has a clever plan to stop the thieves ...The fourth title in the Number One bestselling What the Ladybird Heard series from the award-winning team of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks.Enjoy other stories from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks: The Singing Mermaid, Sugarlump and the Unicorn and The Rhyming Rabbit

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Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!''There was something else out on the sea by the rocks - something dark that seemed to lurch out of the waves . . . What could it be?''Julian, Dick and Anne are spending the holidays with their tomboy cousin George and her dog, Timothy. One day, George takes them to explore nearby Kirrin Island, with its rocky little coast and old ruined castle on the top.Over on the island, they make a thrilling discovery, which leads them deep into the dungeons of Kirrin Castle on a dangerous adventure. Who - and what - will they find there?Fantastic new cover art by Laura Ellen Anderson will draw young readers into this accessible timeless classic.Trade ReviewThe prize must go to the adventures of George and co. Listed as one of the 100 Best Children's Books Ever (Novels) * The Daily Telegraph *One of the 50 books every child should read by Age 16 * essexbaby.co.uk *Famous Five books are essential for all children's bookshelves * MADEFORMUMS.COM *I thought this series was wonderful. It struck me as a great injustice that they were having adventures and I wasn't -- Alexander McCall Smith * The Sunday Telegraph *Dangerous criminals are no match for children and a dog. Adults are useless * Country Life *Always popular, always a favourite. And ALWAYS full of adventure -- Dan Smith * The Big Issue *This book is so exciting you'll want to play detective yourself * The Week Junior *As the first set of 'grown-up' books I ever discovered I could read on my own, the Famous Five have a very special place in my heart. I still remember running through to my parents' room to tell them I could read well enough to go adventuring with the Five without their help. And with 21 books in the series, I had plenty of escapades to look forward to! * The List (Glasgow & Edinburgh) *I loved so much of Enid Blyton ... the Famous Five were my favourites of all, so much so that I demanded to be called George for most of my early childhood * East Anglian Daily Times *Pacey and passionate, this truly exceptional book tells a tale that truly needs to be heard * Lovereading4kids *

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Book SynopsisJoin the club, find the magic! The first book in a BRILLIANT new series brimming with adventure, friendship and an amazing array of magical creatures! A must-read for fans of Beast Quest, The Boy Who Grew Dragons and The Naughtiest Unicorn.The world is full of magical spaces, hidden from sight by Bewilder Bubbles where all kinds of amazing Secret Beasts live . . It''s my job to make sure the Bewilder Bubbles remain invisible and the creatures within are kept safe. Leila said.Jayden shook his head, his eyes wide. Impossible.Impossible or I''m possible? It really depends on how you look at it, shrugged Leila.Aisha and Jayden are definitely not fans of Outside.Aisha would rather be home playing on her tablet or messaging her friends.Jayden thinks the worlds inside his books are much more exciting than the real one beyond his window.BuTrade Review"Magical, inclusive and exciting" -- Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisThe school show must go on, in the fourth hilarious mystery in the award-winning Anisha, Accidental Detective series!JUST ONE WEEK UNTIL SHOWTIME!I'm SO busy - our class is putting on a musical, and we only have ONE WEEK before curtain up. And, as it's nearly DIWALI, Granny Jas is cooking non-stop, and Auntie Bindi is determined to BRING THE BLING. I'm leaving the theatrics to Milo, but as the director's assistant I have LOADS to do...especially now everything is going WRONG. Even Molly the cat is forgetting her cues! Miss Jive believes the show is CURSED, but I think someone is trying to STOP THE SHOW! Time for me, ANISHA, ACCIDENTAL DETECTIVE, to step into the spotlight!Praise for the Anisha, Accidental Detective series:Winner of the Sainsbury's Children's Book Prize and of the Crimefest Best Crime Novel for ChildrenShortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Award, the British Book Awards Children's Book of the Year, and the Laugh Out Loud Book AwardDELIGHTFUL! Perfect for younger detectTrade ReviewYoung crime lovers will snap up Serena Patel's lively, funny Anisha, Accidental Detective. * The Guardian, on Anisha Accidental Detective *...share all the fun, action and mystery that always seem to appear when the madcap Mistry family are in the spotlight! * Lancashire Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisJulian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog find excitement and adventure wherever they go in Enid Blyton''s most popular series. When George is kept awake at night by a toothache, she notices a light on the supposedly empty Kirrin Island. While George is at the dentist the others decide to investigate and strange things start happening...Can the Famous Five solve this mystery? In addition to the Famous Five novels, Enid Blyton wrote a clutch of short stories based on the characters. These were published in magazines and collected in the Famous Five Short Story Collection (Hodder). For the first time, the complete and original text of Five Have a Puzzling Time (1956) appears in an individual volume, illustrated with brand new colour art by Jamie Littler.

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Book Synopsis Book 2 in the New York Times bestselling series - perfect for curious readers! 'This book reminded me of some of the children’s books I grew up with, like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The Phantom Tollbooth.' RICK RIORDAN, author of the PERCY JACKSON series on book 1 'Like the Potter books, this story goes beyond mere adventure' BOOKLIST on book 1 It should have been a celebration party, but now it's another mind-bending mission for the children of the Mysterious Benedict Society. Join Reynie, Kate, Sticky and Constance as they race across the globe by train, bicycle and ship to save their beloved Mr Benedict. It's a perilous journey that will test all their unusual talents ... Book 2 in the 4-book New York Times bestselling adventure series – ideal for children aged 10 and up Join a group of smart and resourceful junior sleuths as they solve a series of page-turning puzzles and mysteries Perfect for fans of Robin Stevens's MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE series The adventure continues in book 3, THE MYSTERIOUS BENEDICT SOCIETY AND THE PRISONER'S DILEMMA

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Book SynopsisA scorching debut and pyschological thriller, perfect for fans of Black Mirror. Since her mother's death, fifteen-year-old Jem has kept a secret. When her eyes meet someone else's, a number pops into her head - the date on which they will die. Knowing that nothing lasts forever, Jem avoids relationships, but when she meets a boy called Spider, and they plan a day out together, her life takes a new twist and turn. Waiting for the London Eye, she sees everyone in the queue has the same number - something terrible is going to happen. Over 1,000,000 copies sold worldwide. ‘First-time author Rachel Ward is certainly one to watch. But I’d avoid eye-contact if I were you.’ PHILIP ARDAGH, THE GUARDIAN 'Even the idea of this book gave me chills! How would you like to know someone’s fate just by looking in their eyes? Creepy and original!’ R. L. STINE

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Book SynopsisWinner of the 2011 Blue Peter Book of the Year Award, DEAD MAN''S COVE is the first book in a gripping adventure series about eleven-year-old ace detective, Laura Marlin, from award-winning author Lauren St John.When orphaned Laura Marlin moves from a children''s home to live with her uncle in Cornwall, she longs for a life of excitement just like the characters in her favourite detective novels.A real life adventure is on hand as she is deposited at her uncle''s spooky house . . . Why does her uncle, Calvin Redfern, forbid her to go to Dead Man''s Cove? What''s the truth about Tariq, the silent Indian boy who lives with the flamboyant Mukthars? Who is J? Who has left the message in a bottle for Laura to discover? Mysteries abound and who better to solve them than Laura Marlin, ace detective?Accompanied by her trusty companion, Skye, a three-legged husky, the dog she''s always wanted, Laura''s adventures begin in this first captivating mystery.<Trade ReviewI strongly believe that this is a book everyone will love. It is full of adventure and mystery. It's one of those books that you really don't want to put down and you really have to force yourself to stop reading * THE GUARDIAN ONLINE *The Blue Peter Book of the Year Award-winning book is completely cptivating * The Junior Week *A charming novel * TEENAGE FICTION FOR ALL AGES *

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Book SynopsisThere's a thief in Aves Wood! M.G. Leonard, internationally bestselling author of Twitch, Beetleboy and Adventures on Trains, returns with the third gripping wildlife mystery for birdwatching detectives The Twitchers! >> Twitch won the Sainsburys' Children's Book Award for Fiction 2021 >> Twitch won the CRIMEFEST Award for Best Crime Novel for Children 2021 >> "A twist-laden, thriller-like tale" Observer on Twitch >> "A clarion call for environmentalists everywhere" Rob Biddulph on SparkWhen the peregrine falcon nest is raided, Twitch realizes a thief is at work. Horrified, he and the Twitchers set out to catch the dangerous criminal, only to be ensnared in a deadly trap. Can they save themselves and stop the villain before anyone gets hurt?Clutch is a thrilling spring mystery adventure about friendship, bravery and protecting nature, perfect for readers 9+ and for fans of Robin Stevens, Lauren St John and Jenny Pearson. It can be enjoyed as a stand-alone adventure or read as part of The Twitchers series.Praise for The Twitchers:“Leonard knows her audience and the jeopardy comes in flocks ... Find your nest, curl up and enjoy.” The Times, Children's Book of the Week on Twitch"A twist-laden, thriller-like tale of a bird-mad boy, some bullies and an escaped convict hiding in the nearby woods." Observer on Twitch"A skilfully crafted mystery adventure. A clarion call for environmentalists everywhere." Rob Biddulph, LoveReading4Kids on Spark"A twisty crime drama as well as a persuasive story about friendship and nature." The Sunday Times on Twitch"Simply genius." BBC Wildlife Magazine on Twitch"Another pacy wonderful adventure steeped in the magic of nature and friendship.” Jasbinder Bilan on Spark“Leonard has crafted an intelligent mystery from unlikely material, with bonus bird facts.” Irish Times on Twitch“A winged masterpiece.” Maz Evans on Twitch“Enthralling from beginning to end, it really touched my young bird-loving heart! Just wonderful!” Dara McAnulty on Twitch“Twitch is an absolute triumph. The perfect blend of mystery and adventure, a winning hero with an eye for ornithological facts and a heart as big as the countryside, plus a cracking whipsmart plot, I think this is M. G. Leonard's best book yet.” Christopher Edge on Twitch“Cracking characters, beyond pacy plotting and an ending that is almost Bugsy Malone-esque!” Phil Earle on TwitchTrade ReviewFeatured in the Bookseller's children's previews for April '23 * the Bookseller *"Filled with adventure, action and sting operations, this is such an exciting story. […] A remarkable story!" * My Shelves Are Full blog *A remarkable story! * NetGalley Reviewer *Every single time I pick up an M. G. Leonard book I just know that I am going to read straight through and be hooked from first page till the last. * NetGalley Reviewer *I really love this series, the friendship and the strong respect for the natural world. * NetGalley Reviewer *

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Book SynopsisAn edge-of-your-seat adventure packed full of puzzles, spooks and mystery! Amity has run off into Badwell Woods. Her brother Claude goes after her, only to discover his little sister’s scarf dangling near a house in the trees. Has she gone inside? He enters, not expecting a three storey-building with NO stairs. And a party laid out when there’s nobody else around. Only when the front door locks behind him does he realize it’s a housetrap. And they’ve been caught . . . ‘GLORIOUSLY SPOOKY AND UTTERLY SPLENDID.’ HANA TOOKE, author of The Unadoptables A fabulous twist on a timeless haunted house adventure from the acclaimed author of the Milton the Mighty series Scooby-Doo meets The Mysterious Benedict Society via Escape Room Full of friendship, teamwork and logic versus instinct – all wrapped up in a book with thrills, heart and bags of atmosphere Perfect for readers aged 9 and up PRAISE FOR MILTON THE MIGHTY: '[The] first book in a fantastic new series from Emma Read' THE TIMES 'A charming and thoughtful read' THE SCOTSMAN

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of The Unadoptables: a stunning adventure about a missing friend, a gothic city, and a secret society full of wonder, invention and maybe a hint of magic . . .Find the courage to be extraordinary . . .Ema Vašková has always felt different. In a family of famous scientists, there''s not much room for superstition or omens - but they seem to follow Ema wherever she goes. It doesn''t help that she appears to predict events before they happen, and has a peculiar fear of shadows . . .When Ema is sent to stay with her eccentric uncle in Prague, she fears she''ll lose the chance to ever fit in. But then she meets Silvie - a girl who finally sees Ema for the extraordinary person that she is. Soon the girls are meeting for secret midnight adventures, and facing Ema''s fears together.But then disaster strikes. Silvie goes missing - and it''s up to Ema to find her. Now she must gather the courage to hunt the city,Trade ReviewAdventures beguilingly rich and strange beneath a series of "full-ish" moons * Kirkus, Starred Review *

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Book SynopsisA stunning graphic-novel adaptation of the megaselling Artemis Fowl.This adaptation of his genre-busting, award-winning novel Artemis Fowl has been a labour of love for lifelong graphic novel fan Eoin Colfer, and Andrew Donkin. Art by Giovanni Rigano and colour by Paolo Lamanna.Twelve-year-old Artemis Fowl is a brilliant criminal mastermind. But even Artemis doesn''t know what he''s taken on when he kidnaps a fairy, Captain Holly Short of the LEPrecon Unit. These aren''t the fairies of bedtime stories. These fairies are armed and they''re dangerous. Artemis thinks he''s got them just where he wants them, but then they stop playing by the rules . . .Reads like the fastest, punchiest comic strip you''ve ever come across - Daily TelegraphArtemis is a brilliant creation - Anthony HorowitzFast-paced, tongue-in-cheek, with some laugh-out-loud jokes. Smart and page-turning - The Sunday TimesTrade ReviewPraise for Artemis Fowl:'Artemis is a brilliant creation' – Antony Horowitz'Reads like the fastest, punchiest comic strip you've ever come across' – Daily Telegraph'Wickedly brilliant' – Independent'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek, with some laugh-out-loud jokes. Smart and page-turning' – Sunday Times'A huge hit' – Guardian

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Book SynopsisWhen Ali and Tulip's mum becomes unnaturally sleepy and forgetful, the twins become suspicious of her new boyfriend. Luckily they've picked up lots of medical knowledge from their mum, who works at the local hospital, so they are totally on the case to solve this medical mystery!Trade Review"A fun fresh take on the detective genre, full of excitement, humour, and medical know-how!" * Books for Topics *

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Book SynopsisROOM 13Somebody was in there. Somebody - or some thing.There is no room thirteen in the creepy Crow''s Nest Hotel, where Fliss and her friends are staying on a school trip. Or is there? For at the stroke of midnight, something peculiar happens to the door of the linen cupboard next to room twelve. And something is happening to Ellie-May Sunderland, too - something very sinister.INSIDE THE WORMThe worm was close now. So close Fliss could smell the putrid stench of its breath. Its slavering jaws gaped to engulf her.Everyone in Elsworth knows the local legend about the monstrous worm - or dragon - that once terrorised the village. But it never really happened. Or did it? For when Fliss and her friends are chosen to re-enact the legend for the village Festival, the four who are to play the part of the worm dance as one across the ground. They are the worm. And Fliss begins to feel real fear. Somehow the worm itself is returning - with a thousand-year hunger iTrade ReviewIf you enjoy being scared out of your wits then this is the book for you . . . * Independent on "Room 13" *A satisfying story, simply told but missing no opportunity to turn the screw of suspense. There is a nice mixture of humour and creeping horror, and the eventual triumph of good over evil comes in a thrilling climax * The School Librarian on "Inside the Worm" *

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Book SynopsisWhen a new family moves into a house in Pendle, they discover a witch's bottle filled with curses. Soon the spirits of those accused of witchcraft in the infamous Pendle Witch Trials of 1612 are released, wreaking havoc in the area. Eve, Clovis and Tom are enlisted to investigate in their latest and most challenging mission yet. Together with their mentor, Professor Rufus, they must go up against the ghosts of the Pendle witches. But the ghosts are hellbent on possessing the descendants of those who were responsible for their deadly trials. Can the ghost-hunting trio put a stop to the possessions before it's too late?

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Book SynopsisFive Nights at Freddy's fans won't want to miss this pulse-pounding collection of three novella-length tales that will keep even the bravest FNAF player up at night...

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Book SynopsisThe eleventh title in the number one bestselling CHERUB series! James discovers a love for high-speed motorcycle riding ... Every CHERUB agent comes from somewhere. Dante Scott still has nightmares about the death of his family, brutally murdered by a biker gang. Dante is given the chance to become a member of CHERUB, a trained professional with one essential advantage: adults never suspect that children are spying on them. But when Dante joins James and Lauren Adams on a mission to infiltrate Brigands Motorcycle Club, he''s ready to use everything he''s learned to get revenge on the people who killed his family ...For official purposes, these children do not exist.Trade ReviewA thoroughly enjoyable Cherub book once again ... I highly recommend it ... a must-read for all teenagers -- Camilla Lee, Year 9 * Bristol Evening Post *Skilfully paced page-turning plotting and racy dialogue keep readers hooked * School Librarian *realistically gritty and as addictively believable as usual * Waterstone's Books Quarterly *A page-turner * Sunday Express *Praise for books in the CHERUB series: 'Punchy, exciting, glamorous and, what's more, you'll completely wish it was true.' * Sunday Express *'Crackling tension and high-octane drama.' * Daily Mail *'A really good book that you could re-read over and over again.' * Guardian *'Pacy writing, punchy dialogue and a gripping plot, it's got it all.' * Daily Express *'Fast-moving action ... and cool gadgets!' * The Times *

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Book SynopsisThe third unputdownable mystery in the thrilling and bestselling SCARLET AND IVY series, perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE, SINCLAIR'S MYSTERIES and THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL.Is someone out for the ultimate revenge at Rookwood School?With their evil headmaster, Mr Bartholomew, safely out of the picture and kindly Mrs Knight in charge, life at Rookwood is looking up. There''s a ballet recital that Scarlet is desperate to star in, and more clues to uncover about the twins'' mother.But after their beloved ballet teacher Miss Finch suddenly disappears and the mysterious Madame Zelda takes her place, strange things start happening. Poison letters are circulating the school, and ''accidents'' are plaguing the students. It seems that the girls are in danger once moreDiscover the complete SCARLET AND IVY series, with six mesmerising mysteries to dive into.A true page-turning, nail-biting mystery' Guardian Children's Reviews on SCARLET AND IVYTrade ReviewPraise for the Scarlet and Ivy series:“I loved this book as it is a true page-turning, nail-biting mystery. The author has very cleverly hidden clues in the story and lets us solve the mystery as well. I read it in less than a day. It is gripping and keeps you begging for more.” Guardian.com, children’s reviews

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Book SynopsisAs well as being a huge football fan, Tom Palmer has an international reputation in reader development. He is a coordinator of the Reading Partners consortium, works with The Reading Agency, Booktrust and the National Literacy Trust, and has been the official writer for the Premier League Reading Stars scheme for five years. He also teaches annually for the Arvon Foundation, and has travelled around the world to train librarians and teachers in techniques to encourage boys to read.

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Book SynopsisThe purrrfect series for newly confident readers, beautifully illustrated by Waterstones Children''s Book Prize winner, Jenny LÃvlie, and written by bestselling author, Paula Harrison.Kitty is a superhero-in-training with feline superpowers. She dreams of being just like her superhero mum one day, but she''s still got a lot to learn. Join her for a series of enchanting adventures by the light of the moon. In Kitty and the Missing Pumpkins, Kitty is excited about the upcoming Autumn Festival. It''s going to be a real feast for the whole community, and Kitty has worked hard all week to help prepare for it. But when she arrives to help set-up for the party, everything has been ruined. The decorations have been torn down, half the food has disappeared, and the pumpkins she and her friends carved are missing. Can Kitty use her superpowers to save the Autumn Festival?For another superhero adventure with Kitty and her cat crew, read Kitty and the Stolen Storybook.

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Book Synopsis''Top-grade misbehaviour'' - The GuardianCALLING ALL MURDER MYSTERY FANS!The Detention Detectives may have solved their last case, but when a local teen disappears they suddenly realize the two are connected. The problem is . . . Star Trek superfan DANIEL takes the lead, but his anger towards their main suspect might be getting in the way of their investigation. Music-lover JONNO is totally distracted by the school talent competition. And it may seem silly to the others, but Daniel's got the people skills and Lydia's got the brains - so do they even need him? School reporter LYDIA has a separate unsolved crime to deal with, and a newspaper to edit too! She really doesn't have time for the boys' dramas Can Daniel bring the Detectives together to crack their BIGGEST case, before it's too late?

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Book SynopsisMalorie Blackman has written over seventy books for children and young adults, including the Noughts & Crosses series, Thief and a science-fiction thriller, Chasing the Stars. Many of her books have also been adapted for stage and television, including a BAFTA-award-winning BBC production of Pig-Heart Boy and a Pilot Theatre stage adaptation by Sabrina Mahfouz of Noughts & Crosses. There is also a major BBC production of Noughts & Crosses, with Roc Nation (Jay-Z's entertainment company) curating the soundtrack as executive music producer. In 2005 Malorie was honoured with the Eleanor Farjeon Award in recognition of her distinguished contribution to the world of children's books. In 2008 she received an OBE for her services to children's literature, and between 2013 and 2015 she was the Children's Laureate. Most recently Malorie wrote for the Doctor Who series on BBC One, and the fifth novel in her Noughts & Crosses series, Crossfire, was published by Penguin Random House Children's in summer 2019.Trade ReviewA thriller with lots of humour and suspense . . . A very accessible and exciting book for younger readers * Writeaway! *Racy thriller . . . Her characters are credible and the pace is kept up throughout . . . Some exciting twists and turns will keep the reader guessing * Daily Telegraph *An exciting thriller, with code-breaking schoolgirl detectives * Guardian *A sparkling read * Sunday Tribune *Clever and surprising. That's what makes it so brilliant -- Olivia, aged 9 * Sunday Express *

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