Children’s / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories
Hot Key Books Why Is Nobody Laughing
Book SynopsisHiding his passion for comedy from his family, dealing with the pressure of being the oldest child in an immigrant family, and now he's started having episodes he soon realises are panic attacks. When Ibrahim has a panic attack on stage at a local stand-up competition, he runs off to a deserted room.Trade ReviewThe book sensitively deals with mental health and the importance of talking about things, and how someone can have a huge impact on your life without them even knowing. * Jenni Prestwood, The School Librarian *
£7.59
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Misfit
Book SynopsisA warm-hearted take on black identity in modern Britain by debut author, Kimberly Redway.George Turner is a misfit. He doesn''t fit in with his family and his older brothers are trying to make sure that he''s an outsider at his new school. He''ll never be cool and he''ll never get the girl... or will he?Bloomsbury High Low books encourage and support reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers, those with dyslexia, or those with English as an additional language. Printed on tinted paper and with a dyslexia friendly font and illustrations, Misfit is aimed at readers aged 11+ and has a manageable length (80 pages) and reading age (9+). Produced in association with reading experts at Catch Up, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.Book band: Grey
£999.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Unstoppable Letty Pegg
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 *
£6.64
Usborne Publishing Ltd Monsters go Camping
Book SynopsisIt's Billy's school camping trip. His worst nightmare is having to go to the TOILET in the DARK. What if he gets lost in the SCARY WOODS? What if there are WEREWOLVES? Or BEARS? The Mini Monsters decide to brush up on their camping skills and come along too, in case Billy needs their help...
£5.99
1517 Media Maybe God Is Like That Too
Book SynopsisEvery child wonders where God lives or what God is like. In Maybe God Is Like That Too, a young boy asks his grandma where God is in their city. She invites him to pay attention to where he sees the fruit of the Spirit. Where love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control are, there too is God. The boy sees God in the kindness of a doorman holding the door for a man using a wheelchair, in the patience of his teacher helping him tie his shoes, and in the love, faithfulness, and gentleness of his grandma. An ordinary day in his city opens this young boy''s eyes to God''s Spirit at work all around him"Schipper''s cheerful, screenprintlike artwork capably evokes the energy of a moderately gritty, moderately diverse cityscape." - Publishers Weekly"Highly recommended for family, preschool, elementary school, Sunday School, and community library picture book collections." - Midwest Book Review"A wonderful story to help illustrate the humanity of Christ Jesus as told to us in Philippians." - Katie Barrett Todd, Union Presbyterian Seminary alumna, writer for Lectionary Links. Maybe God Is Like That Too is a 2017 Moonbeam Children''s Book Awards winner-a contest intended to bring increased recognition to exemplary children''s books and their creators, and to support childhood literacy and life-long reading.Maybe God Is Like That Too has been selected as a finalist in the 2017 Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards. Finalists represent the best books published by university and independent publishers (and authors) in 2017.
£999.99
Pan Macmillan Teddy Robinson meets Father Christmas and other
Book SynopsisFrom the Carnegie Medal-winning author of Marnie Wasn't There, Joan G. Robinson, comes the beloved children's character, Teddy Robinson, who has been enchanting readers since his first appearance in 1953. Illustrated with the author's original black line illustrations, Teddy Robinson meets Father Christmas and other stories is a heartwarming collection of tales that will appeal to fans old and new. Join Teddy Robinson as he has goes to the fair, meets Father Christmas and plays babysitter. He's sometimes rather shy and sometimes a bit of a show-off - but with his love of rhymes and his great imagination, Teddy Robinson is the best friend any child could have.
£6.99
Pan Macmillan Gullstruck Island
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.
£8.54
Pan Macmillan Sleep Tight, Billy Bear
Book SynopsisSleep Tight, Billy Bear is a charming story from Miriam Moss, author of I Forgot to Say I Love You. With warm, classic style illustrations from Anna Currey, this is the perfect book to share at bedtime.Billy Bear has brushed his teeth, had a bath and put on his pyjamas. Tonight is Mum’s pottery class so her friend Lucy is looking after Billy. Lucy reads Billy a story and they sing songs together, but when it’s time for bed Billy just can’t sleep. What can be bothering him?Read more delightful Billy & Rabbit stories with Billy Bear and the New Baby and I Forgot to Say I Love You.
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group All the Money in the World
Book SynopsisOne day you're broke. The next, you have all the money in the world. What would you do? A gripping, timely story about cold, hard cash and little white lies for fans of Jenny Valentine, Siobhan Dowd and Lara Williamson.'Great storytelling with a moral core' Sunday Times, Children's Book of the WeekFifteen-year-old Penny longs for something better. Better than a small, damp flat. Better than her bullying classmates and uninterested teachers. Better than misery and poverty day in day out. An unlikely friendship and a huge sum of money promise a whole lot of new chances for Penny, and she realises that not only can she change her life, she can change herself. But at what cost?Perfect for readers of 10+.'If you have a child between the ages of 9 and 13, and they're not reading Sarah Moore Fitzgerald's work, you're missing a trick. Her latest book is laced with her trademark compassion and kindness, as well as being a cracking good read on privilege, wealth and identity. Not to be missed.' Louise O'Neill, Irish ExaminerTrade ReviewSarah Moore Fitzgerald's wonderful new rags-to-riches novel -- Justine Carbery * Irish Independent *It you have a child between the ages of 9-13 and they're not reading Sarah Moore Fitzgerald's work, you're missing a trick. Her latest book is laced with her trademark compassion and kindness, as well as being a cracking good read about privilege, wealth, and identity. Not to be missed. -- Louise O'Neill * Irish Examiner *An intriguing book, full of surprises and reveals -- Sarah Webb * Irish Independent *This is a book that explores what it would mean to be transported from penury to privilege, and what you might sacrifice. By a deservedly acclaimed Irish author All the Money in the World contains great storytelling with a moral core. -- Nicolette Jones * Sunday Times *
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group Horrid Henry: Fright Night
Book SynopsisNumber One for Fiendish Fun! Get ready for a bumper edition of mayhem with this totally awesome collection of six favourite Horrid Henry stories! Have a ghoulishly spooky halloween with Horrid Henry! This book contains six scary stories about things that go bump in the night, plus tons of fun jokes and activity pages to keep Horrid Henry fans of all ages entertained for hours.An irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure - the perfect gift for Horrid Henry fans everywhere.Trade ReviewForget Harry Potter, it's a wicked, spiteful boy who's really firing kids' imaginations. - GuardianHorrid Henry is great fun and as irresistible as ever. - Bookbag on HORRID HENRY'S NIGHTMARE
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group Feelings and Emotions: Feeling Jealous
Book SynopsisThis picture book story explores feelings of jealousy in a light-hearted way using everyday situations that children might be familiar with - perfect for children who might be experiencing jealous emotions. This book shows different reasons why young people might become jealous, illustrates scenarios of people behaving jealously, and gives advice on how to calm jealous in yourself and to be able to help other people. Ideal for home or classroom, this book contains notes for parents and teachers with suggestions of ways to help children deal with feelings.Illustrated by the ever-popular and award-winning illustrator Mike Gordon, this book is part of a series of stories about feelings and emotions for 4 to 8-year-old children, which help children to understand their feelings and work out the best way to deal with them. This will boost their self-esteem and reinforce good behaviour. They support the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Other titles are: Feeling Angry, Feeling Frightened, Feeling Sad, Feeling Shy and Feeling Worried This lovely story follows the day of one small boy who tries to help friends and family who are feeling jealous, but then ends up feeling jealous himself and having to follow his own advice.Trade ReviewAn excellent way to help children understand their emotions * Parents in Touch *It gives plenty of opportunities for parents and teachers to develop conversation and sharing of thoughts about jealousy * Parents in Toucb *Suitable for children aged 4-8 * Parents in Touch *
£8.59
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC What Momma Left Me
Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Piecing Me Together, a 2018 Newbery Honor Book and a Coretta Scott King Author Award-winner: a powerful novel about finding where you belong and the light in dark places 'Warm, rich and satisfying' Kirkus Serenity knows she is good at keeping secrets, and she's got a whole lifetime's worth of them. Her mother is dead, her father is gone, and she and her brother have to start over again by moving in with their grandparents. At first, things seem like they could be good: a new friend, a new church, a new school. But when her brother seems to be going down the wrong path, the old fears set in. Will he end up like their dad? Will she end up like their mum? In this exquisite coming of age story, Serenity discovers it is the power of love that keeps you sure of who you are, and who you will become.Trade ReviewAn important and deeply moving novel. Highly recommended * John Green, New York Times-bestselling and award-winning author of THE FAULT IN OUR STARS on PIECING ME TOGETHER *Warm, rich and satisfying * Kirkus Reviews *Serenity Evans is a strong African-American character who will resonate with girls who are facing transitions of their own, large or small * School Library Journal *A warm and uplifting book, full of heart and hope * BookTrust *A realistic and accessible exploration of broken families, race, poverty and staying true to yourself * CultureFly *Watson's award-winning novels have a firm sense of place and perfectly capture an adolescent's struggle to cope with the pressures of family, friends and school while searching for who they want to be […] What Momma Left Me is also a good choice for an English class exploring how to use poetic devices to communicate emotions and the minutiae and messiness of life * Reading Zone *
£7.59
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Missing Piece
Book SynopsisA heart-warming, fresh and original story about family and friendship from brand-new picture book author, writer and performer Jordan Stephens. Sunny loves jigsaw puzzles – the bigger the better. When she completes one, she gets a warm, happy honeybee buzz. One day, her Gran gives her a ONE-THOUSAND-PIECE puzzle. Piece after piece, all by herself, she puts together the picture, until … DISASTER! The final piece is missing. Sunny may be small, but she is very determined – so she sets off to find it. As the day whizzes by in a whirl of new places and friends, Sunny discovers that looking for something is every bit as fun as finding it, and that perhaps the missing piece was there all along …Trade ReviewA heart-warming picture book, perfect for the whole family to read together * Fearne Cotton *A beautiful debut picture book story that contains a powerful message about empathy * Books for Keeps *Such a wonderful book, would highly recommend to anyone with kids or friends with kids! * Ed Sheeran *Such a gorgeous story. * Zoe Sugg *
£11.69
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Every Day
Book SynopsisJoin a father and his child on a day that is full of the everyday things that make life special. From silly stories and jokes to upsets and frustrations, this irresistible picture book is a celebration of the unconditional love between parents and children. In the sky the stars shine bright, as you snuggle down tonight. Dream your dreams until the light, and know that I love you. With a gentle, rhyming text from rising star Gareth Peter and delightful illustrations by much-loved Jane Massey, this charming book makes an ideal gift for daddies and little ones everywhere. A beautiful celebration of the love between a father and his child, EVERY DAY is perfect for Fathers' Day and every day of the year!Trade ReviewA reassuring and gentle celebration of fatherhood, from the author of My Daddies * Bookseller *A gentle and sweet read * BookTrust on MY DADDIES *
£6.99
Pan Macmillan Destination Anywhere
Book SynopsisA breathtaking novel about finding yourself and finding a friend by the award-winning author of Beautiful Broken Things.Sometimes you have to leave your life behind to find your place in the world.After five years at secondary school spent without any friends, Peyton King starts sixth form college determined that things will be different. Whatever happens, she will make friends at any cost. When she finds the friends she’s always dreamed of, including an actual boyfriend, she’s happier than she’s ever been.But when they let her down in the worst way, Peyton is left no better off than when she started.Now Peyton knows the only chance she has of finding happiness is to look for it somewhere else. Her life may feel small, but it doesn't have to be. With nothing but her sketchpad and a backpack, she buys a one-way ticket and gets on a plane. . . In Destination Anywhere, Sara Barnard explores love, life and friendship in this exquisite tale of the lengths one girl will go to to change her story.Trade ReviewI absolutely loved this coming-of-age story of one lost girl’s quest to find herself * The Bookseller, Editor's Choice *
£7.59
Pan Macmillan Saffy's Angel
Book SynopsisSaffy's Angel was the winner of the 2002 Whitbread Award and is the first novel in Hilary McKay's hilarious Casson Family series.After Saffron discovers that she's adopted, life is never quite the same. Her artistic parents and doting siblings adore her, but Saffy wants a piece of her past. So when her grandfather bequests her a stone angel – a relic from the childhood she never knew – Saffy knows she has to find it. Realizing that Siena holds the key, she stows away on a car trip to Italy.The rest of the family are engaged in their own wacky projects: Caddy, a hopeless student, is revising for her A levels and desperately trying to pass her driving test. Indigo, the only boy in the Casson family, is determined to rid himself of his fear of heights. And the youngest, Rose, a budding artist, has a knack for baiting her pompous dad, with entertaining results . . .Follow the family's adventures in the rest of the beloved series: Indigo's Star, Permanent Rose, Caddy Ever After, Forever Rose and Caddy's World.Trade ReviewThis book truly is a masterpiece. * Guardian *Marvellous * The Sunday Telegraph *I love this book. I still wish I'd written it -- Sally Nichols, Books for KeepsIf there is one single writer whose style and voice I wish I could capture and make mine, it's Hilary McKay -- Elizabeth Wein, author of Code Name VerityA funny, exuberant story * Carousel *A real feel-good novel, McKay treats us once again to one of her brilliantly characterised families. This is a really lovely book * The Bookseller *A funny and perceptive novel . . . a real delight to read * The Parents' Guide *A tale that is both funny and touching * Guardian *Saffy’s Angel is a delight from start to finish . . . with characters you want to stay with forever. Warm, beautifully crafted and always original, it’s pure fun – a book to recommend without hesitation -- The Whitbread judges, as reported in The Daily Mail
£6.99
Pan Macmillan The King Cat
Book SynopsisMeet a cat who is the king of his house, until something terrible happens! Someone else arrives and they are dribbly and disgusting. Will King Cat ever get used to having a dog around?The King Cat is a brilliantly observed, fantastically funny story about friendship, compromise and adjusting to change, from the award-winning author-illustrator Marta Altés. Perfect for families about to welcome a new baby – and cat and dog lovers alike.Trade ReviewAn engaging, skillfully illustrated picture book. * School Librarian *A lovely story about friendship, negotiations and adjusting to change. * Playing by the Book *
£7.59
Pan Macmillan The Boy With Wings: Clash of the Superkids
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
£11.69
Pan Macmillan I Love My Daddy
Book SynopsisPush, pull and slide the scenes to celebrate Father's Day in I Love My Daddy! From making up silly games to learning to ride a bike, every day's an adventure with Dad by your side!Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and wonderful illustrations by Louise Forshaw. Part of the popular Busy Book series, I Love My Daddy is the perfect gift to share on Father's Day, and is endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Play Guide.Listen along to an audio recording of this story by scanning the QR code on the back cover. Discover more of the Busy Book series with titles such as Busy Party, Busy Bikes and I Love My Mummy.Trade ReviewLike Busy Farm and the other books in this range, this interactive book has lots of additional features over and above the rhymes. The speech bubbles promote further interaction with the adults reading the book with the child and the push, pull and slide features help strengthen young children’s fine motor control. -- Dr Amanda Gummer * Dr Gummer's Good Play Guide *
£6.99
Hodder & Stoughton Of Princes and Promises
Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of When Dimple Met Rishi comes the second instalment in a brand-new series set in St Rosetta's Academy.Caterina LaValle is determined to show she's still the queen of St. Rosetta's Academy. Sure, her crown may be slightly askew after her ex-boyfriend, Alaric, cheated on her, but she's a LaValle. She'll find a way to march right back in there, her hands clutching the strings to the whole puppet show. This time, she's going to be untouchable.Rahul Chopra knows that moment he shared with Caterina LaValle at the winter formal meant something. Surely she feels it, too. He's a little uncertain how someone like him (socially inept to a point way past "adorkable") could fit into her world, but he's loved Caterina for years. He knows they'll find a way.When Caterina finds out Alaric is taking a supermodel to the upcoming gala, she knows she cannot arrive without the perfect date. But the thought of taking another superficial St. R's boy exhausts her. The solution? Sweet-but-clueless Rahul Chopra and a mysterious pot of hair gel with the power to alter the wearer into whatever his heart desires.When Rahul tries it, he transforms instantly into RC-debonair, handsome, and charming. But transformation comes with a price: As Rahul enjoys his new social standing, the line between his two personas begins to blur. Will he give up everything, including Caterina, to remain RC? Or will this unlikely pair find their way back to each other?_________________________________________________Praise for Sandhya Menon's work:'Pure, fantastical escapism with a tiny critique embedded in the privilege that it so joyfully describes' Financial Times'One of the great rom-com YA writers' Paste Magazine 'Adorable, joyous.' BuzzFeed 'Anytime your soul needs a hug, pick up a Sandhya Menon novel.' Book Riot'There's something irresistible about Sandhya Menon's novels: the romances are sweet and winning, the humour is cheerful and sly, and the families are warm and complicated.' Stephanie PerkinsTrade Review[A] fun and authentic voice * Buzzfeed *One of the great rom-com YA writers * Paste Magazine *There's something irresistible about Sandhya Menon's novelsPure, fantastical escapism with a tiny critique embedded in the privilege that it so joyfully describes * Financial Times *A sweet and fantastical delight from start to end * CultureFly *
£9.49
Walker Books Ltd Judy Moody Saves the World!
Book SynopsisJudy Moody is in the mood to save the world in the third book from the internationally popular and bestselling series, perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson and Lauren Child. Judy's learning about the environment at school. When she hears about the threats to the rainforest and endangered species – not to mention her own family's poor recycling habits – Judy's determined to whip the planet into shape!
£6.99
Walker Books Ltd Time for Tea A First Book of Cookery
Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated collection of first recipes and family stories by Kate-Greenaway winning author, Shirley Hughes.This classic collection of easy-to-follow recipes, inspired by everyday family adventures, is the perfect introduction to cookery for very first readers. From making pancakes with Dad, baking apples after the Saturday shopping or even icing a birthday cake for Mum, this sumptuously illustrated recipe book gives a gentle insight into the joy of cooking together.
£8.54
Walker Books Ltd Chasing the Stars
Book SynopsisThe second book featuring the new generation of Brighton-based Moonlight Dreamers.The Moonlight Dreamers have all gone their separate ways for their half term, each returning with a new dream for their future. Jazz has fallen for the handsome singer that's working with her music producer dad; glamorous Allegra has returned from Spain committed to environmental activism; Portia is on a creative high after her graphic novel idol offers to mentor her own efforts; and Hope … well, Hope’s dreams are getting darker as her heart condition becomes harder to deal with and her OCD spirals.When the four of them are together anything seem possible, but sometimes life gets in the way. However, the Dreamers soon discover that true friendship isn’t just about sharing your dreams. It’s about who will help make those dreams come true – and who can stop you from chasing the wrong ones.Trade ReviewMany readers will see themselves and their friends and family reflected within the pages of the book… I very much enjoyed it and really liked the idea of the four girls using quotes from Oscar Wilde to inspire them as they went about their lives. * World’s Smallest Library *
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd Shirley Hughes's Trotter Street: Four Favourite
Book SynopsisTake a trip back to Trotter Street in this classic, beautifully illustrated collection of four favourite stories for first readers.This heart-warming collection of four beautifully-illustrated stories follows the activities and experiences of children and their families living in a multicultural urban street. Written and illustrated by one of the world’s favourite picture book authors and touching on everyday themes in a child's world, these engaging tales are sure to become best-loved stories for first readers and their families alike.
£11.69
Free Spirit Publishing Inc.,U.S. Dare!
Book SynopsisJayla feels threatened by her classmate Sam, who has bullied her in the past for her "nerdy" love of astronomy and stars. Sam is now bullying Jayla s friend Luisa, and she enlists Jayla to participate. Jalya reluctantly joins in but soon realizes it is wrong. With the help of caring adults and friends, Jayla comes to sympathize with Luisa and finds the courage to dare to stand up to Sam and put an end to the bullying.The Weird! SeriesThese three books tell the story of an ongoing case of bullying from three third graders perspectives. Luisa describes being targeted by bullying in Weird! Jayla shares her experience as a bystander to bullying in Dare! And in Tough!, Sam speaks from the point of view of someone initiating bullying. Kids will easily relate to Luisa, Jayla, and Sam, as each girl has her own unique experience, eventually learning how to face her challenges with the help of friends, peers, and caring adults.Part of the Bully Free Kids lineTrade ReviewThe Weird series is a delightful three-part story that explores the roles of the bully, the bullied, and the bystander and how children can break out of those roles and be their unique, caring selves. Not only for kids, this series is a must for parents, educators, and caregivers who want to help children end the cycle of cruelty. Barbara Coloroso, author of "The Bully, the Bullied, and the Bystander"
£10.79
Familius LLC When You Gave Me You
On this birthday, remember who’s giving to who, because the best gift of all, is when you gave me YOU. Award-winning poet and artist Clay Rice brings his signature papercut style to this tender birthday affirmation of positive praise for a special child. Amidst the presents and candles, this gorgeous picture book reminds the child that they are the greatest gift! It’s your playful spirit and creative spark. And your sweet soul and loving heart. You shine like the sun in all that you do, you gave me a gift when you gave me you.
£11.04
Familius LLC Brothers Are Brothers Forever
Book Synopsis A board book about sibling adventures, squabbles, and reconnection, following three different pairs of brothersThere’s something special about brothers. When brothers play together, magic happens! A brother is a friend for life, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be disagreements sometimes. Follow three cute sets of brothers as they play and explore together, argue, and ultimately reconnect. For anyone with boys who need a little nudge to get along, Brothers Are Brothers Forever is a sweet reminder that arguments happen, but sincere apologies can mend any rift. With simple text from author Brooke Jorden and gentle illustrations by Sejung Kim, this adorable board book is the perfect gift for siblings.
£8.49
Austin Macauley Publishers LLC How I Became Orange
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The New York Review of Books, Inc Secret Of The Ron Mor Skerry
Book SynopsisFiona McConville is a child of the Western Isles, living on the Scottish mainland. City life doesn’t suit Fiona and at age ten she is sent back to her beloved isles to live with her grandparents. There she learns more about her mother’s strange ways with the seals and seabirds; hears stories of the selkies, mythological creatures that are half seal and half human; and wonders about her baby brother, Jamie, who disappeared long ago but whom fishermen claim to have seen. Fiona is determined to find Jamie and enlists her cousin Rory to help. When her grandparents are suddenly threatened with eviction, Fiona and Rory go into action. Secret of the Ron Mor Skerry is a magical story of the power of place and family history, interwoven with Scottish folklore. Rosalie K. Fry’s novel, which was the basis for John Sayles’s classic 1994 film The Secret of Roan Inish, is back in print for the first time in decades.
£14.39
Quirk Books Spoonful of Time
Book SynopsisWhen You Reach Me meets Love Sugar Magic in this unforgettable middle grade novel where time travel, family recipes, and family secrets collide.
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Pajama Press If You See a Bluebird
Book SynopsisFor young Ali, a former refugee from Afghanistan, “home” is where his family is together. Although his family is safe in their new country, Ali finds himself wishing he could go back to Afghanistan. A day spent picking blackberries with Nana reminds him of their old house with the mulberry tree he loved, and the day the soldiers came. He recalls their nighttime flight and the crowded buses and airplane that took him to this beautiful but unfamiliar place. When Ali and Nana spot a bluebird, she tells him to make a wish. Ali wishes to go home, but, as he comes to learn, home is not a place. Home is the love his family has for each other. In If You See a Bluebird, Bahram Rahman, author of ALA Schneider Family Book Award Honor Book A Sky-Blue Bench, reflects on the experience of former refugees as they learn to adapt and embrace a new country and a new home. Award-winning illustrator Gabrielle Grimard incorporates rich and varied colour palettes to capture Ali’s two worlds. A story of family togetherness that redefines the meaning of home.Trade ReviewPraise for If You See a Bluebird 49th Shelf Fall 2023 “Most Anticipated Books for Young Readers” Selection CBC Books “45 Picture Books to Check Out This Fall 2023” Selection FOLD Kids: 2023 Winter Reading List Selection “Sensitive readers deserve this thoughtful, nuanced tale of loss of safety….Recommended for picture book collections, especially those endeavoring to affirm the challenges faced by children who experience immigration and cultivate empathy among those who have not.”—School Library Journal “The story thrums with the sadness of places left behind and the danger that forces people to leave....The vivid illustrations demarcate the past and present by contrasting the bright blue skies and rolling green plains of Ali’s new home with the rustic terracotta hues of his homeland. A sweetly sentimental story that places people at the heart of a home.”—Kirkus “After being forced to flee his home in Afghanistan with his family, a boy makes a wish for the fighting to stop so they can return; his grandmother helps him understand that home is not a place but the people you hold in your heart….Urging compassion, this picture book will open up conversations.”—Foreword Reviews “This lovely, gentle book about refugees from Afghanistan should resonate with anyone who has had to leave their home for a safer place. In short, it’s an effective mirror and a door for understanding war and displacement. The watercolor and digital art provides a soft look to everything, accentuating the current safety of Ali and his family.”—Youth Services Book Review ★ Starred Review “This book comes with a bit of a pedigree…Bahram is, himself, from Afghanistan and his books take their inspiration from that land.”—School Library Journal, Fuse 8 “If You See a Bluebird is a book that uncovers the meaning of the word home….a story of the refugee experience.”—TIME for Kids “Thoroughly kid friendly…storybook portrayal on the experience of former refugees as they learn to adapt and embrace a new country and a new home….This very special and unique picture book is unreservedly recommended for family, elementary school, and community library collections.”—Midwest Book Review-Children's Bookwatch “If You See a Bluebird is more than a book. It's an experience. A journey. I would recommend it to anyone who has ever wondered about the true meaning of home. It's a story that transcends age. It teaches us about love, home, and the strength of the human spirit. For educators, this book could serve as a valuable tool. It introduces children to the experiences of refugees. It fosters empathy and understanding.”—CM Magazine “A good story to share and to discuss what makes you feel safe and at home.”—The International Educator “Vivid illustrations….An absorbing story of leaving one home and finding another.”—Sal's Fiction Addiction Blog “Rahman, who is also the author of The Library Bus and A Sky-Blue Bench, has created another beautiful book and shares another important story.”—BookTime “This is another great title…by award winning author of The Library Bus and A Sky-Blue Bench. Inspiring!”—Dr. Larry Recommends
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Tundra Books Our Corner Grocery Store
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Andersen Press Ltd I Want My Dummy!
Book SynopsisThe royal dummy keeps mysteriously disappearing, and the Little Princess is not amused! Wherever the King and Queen hide it, she always finds it… Can anyone convince her to give it up?Trade Review"'Has a casualness that conceals considerable artistry- the pictures reveal all.'" * School Librarian *"'A joy from the front cover right through to the last page.'" * Literacy and Learning *"Like many children still attached to a favourite blanket or comforter, she is very reluctant to give up the dummy she relies on and refuses to believe she is too grown up to need it anymore... children reading this book will be pleased to see that the final decision is the child's." * Child Care *
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Andersen Press Ltd Chessboxer
Book SynopsisThrilling, tense and hard-hitting, Chessboxer is perfect for fans of Netflix's The Queen's Gambit 'Gripping and surprising. I gulped it down' Sarah Crossan Leah Baxter is a genius. She's a few wins away from becoming a junior chess grandmaster, and her life is on course to achieve everything her mom and coach want for her. But Leah is at stalemate – grieving for her father, and feeling suffocated. She decides to make the ultimate sacrifice and quit chess. But chess doesn't want to quit her. Soon Leah discovers her new gambit: chessboxing, a dangerous hybrid sport which will test her body and mind to their limits. Can the pawn become the queen?Trade Review"A gripping and surprising novel about the destruction, but also the motivating power, of grief. I gulped it down" -- Sarah Crossan"Original, brash, funny and poignant." * Metro, Children's Books of 2019 *"With a truly pulse-quickening climax, this exceptional novel rages with raw emotion. It's a bona fide page-turner with life-affirming insights into grief, friendship and finding new paths." * LoveReading4Kids *"This scintillating book pulses with energy. Chessboxer pounds with the punch of a boxer, and yet remains contemplative, with ideas behind the fast-paced plot as thoughtful as a chess player." * Minerva Reads *"Funny and fast, Chessboxer and its heroine bridge the gap between board games and the boxing ring, seventeenth-century strategy and twenty-first-century blogging, in unexpected and fun ways" * ForeWord *
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Cornerstone Expelled
Book SynopsisOne viral photo.Four expelled teens.Everyone's a suspect.Theo Foster’s Twitter account used to be anonymous – until someone posted a revealing photo that got him expelled. No final grade. No future.Theo’s resigned himself to a life of misery in a dead-end job when a miracle happens: Sasha Ellis speaks to him. She was also expelled for a crime she didn’t commit, and now he has the perfect way to keep her attention: find out who set them up.To uncover the truth, Theo has to get close to the suspects. What secrets are they hiding? And how can he catch their confessions on camera…?
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Frances Lincoln Children's Books A Home That Means the World
Book SynopsisLearn the importance of home and welcoming new people into communities with this beautifully illustrated picture book.Flora slept and woke. She felt sun And wind And every day she searched the horizon for something small That would grow into a home. One day, a weaver ant family’s world is turned upside down when their home is destroyed. With only a few belongings on their backs, they set off in search of a place to live, meeting many creatures on the way. Some are kind, some are not so kind. Some of the places are warm, some are cold. Sometimes the creatures they meet are friendly, sometimes they are not. And some are on similar journeys, moving across the land. They stay here and there, under and over ground, up high and down low. But none of the places feel quite right. Will the weavers ever find somewhere they can call home again? This heartwarming read from award-wi
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Sofa Surfer
Book Synopsis'A story with great heart, and wisdom, which shows the healing power of true friendship' Ele Fountain, author of Boy 87. Written with humour and heart, Sofa Surfer looks at what it means to be homeless. Malcolm Duffy's debut novel Me Mam. Me Dad. Me., about domestic violence, won the YA category of the Sheffield Children's Book Award 2019, the Redbridge Children's Book Award 2019, was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Prize 2019 and selected for World Book Night. 15-year-old Tyler's teenage angst turns to outright rebellion when his family leave London for a new life in Yorkshire. He's angry with his parents about the upheaval and furious at losing his home. With only the dog to confide in, Tyler has no idea that a chance meeting with a skinny girl called Spider will lead him into a world he never even knew existed. Spider is sofa surfing and Tyler finds himself spinning a tangled web of lies in his efforts to help her escape her world of fear and insecurity. Sofa Surfer shows how empathy and action can help those without a home to go to. As with his widely praised debut Me Mam. Me Dad. Me., Malcolm Duffy finds humour and heart even in dire situations. Relevant, warm and rewarding Sofa Surfer is about what happens when going home isn't an option.Trade ReviewThis story about homelessness is truthful and compelling, and Duffy has a talent for imparting serious ideas entertainingly * Book of the Week, Sunday Times *A crusading novel on a topic that sadly looks to be timeless * Financial Times *Duffy confirms the promise of his debut Me Mam. Me Dad. Me. in a pertinent and empathetic novel * The Bookseller *A story with great heart, and wisdom, which shows the healing power of true friendship -- Ele Fountain, author of Boy 87This is a book which sadly is all too pertinent to the lives of young people today and in the foreseeable political future. A crusading novel that more than lives up to the promise of that powerful debut. Highly recommended -- Joy Court, LoveReadingA glorious, soaring voice telling an important story. Made me guts feel funny, like I was on a rollercoaster -- Joanna Nadin, author of Joe All AloneThis powerful and insightful story highlights the rise of homelessness while never losing humour or heart. It's about family, belonging and the importance of kindness and understanding. Great for book clubs and topical discussion in class * South Wales Evening Post *A compelling story about homelessness that manages to be very entertaining * Sunday Times *Shines an uncompromising light on the plight of homeless teenagers and the dangers faced by them on the streets. This is a book that will make you think about how far you would be prepared to help someone like Spider. And in today's troubled times, the ending is particularly poignant and apt * Crime Review. *A touching, relevant story of the hidden homeless... Duffy's writing is touching, considerate and illuminating, carefully avoiding negative stereotypes or unrealistic rescues. This is a fast-paced story with real heart that will leave all readers ever-changed. A must for all school libraries' * The School Librarian. *As thoughtful as it is eye-opening, Duffy, with great consideration and sensitivity, refuses to give space to the negative stereotypes and connotations associated with homelessness... A courageous coming-of-age tale of belonging, friendship, and the importance of empathy and understanding... Truthful, compelling and fearlessly insightful, Sofa Surfer, without any shadow of a doubt, lives up to the promise of Duffy's acclaimed and powerful debut, Me Mam. Me Dad. Me. Duffy has once again showcased his talent for writing timely and topical narratives whilst never losing humour and heart' * Armadillo *
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Nosy Crow Ltd We Won an Island
Book SynopsisOne of The Telegraph's Top 50 Books of 2019! When Luna's family win an island, Luna thinks it will solve everything AND she can finally get a donkey! But things don't go entirely to plan - no one expects Luna's younger brother to win a Sheep Pageant, for example - and the secret festival they hold soon spirals out of control. But the island is beautiful, and the family are happy, and maybe Luna will get her donkey after all..."...this book is definitely a bask in the sun" - Emily Bearn, Telegraph"Watching the family band together and find a new community makes for a funny, heart-warming read." - Scotsman
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Little Tiger Press Group Me and the Robbersons
Book SynopsisA madcap adventure starring a bandit family, a LOT of sweets and a girl who is ready for anything… Maisie is convinced her summer holiday is going to be as boring as ever – until she’s snatched by the Robbersons, a bunch of bandits with an insatiable appetite for sweets! Soon Maisie realizes that life on the open road with the Robbersons is just the adventure she has always longed for. They’ve even started to see her as one of the gang! So when she discovers that the police and her parents are hot on their trail, Maisie decides she isn’t quite ready to be rescued… A fresh and fun story about what it really means to escape, ME AND THE ROBBERSONS is perfect for fans of Roald Dahl, Danny Wallace’s HAMISH series and THE SUPER MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF FREDDIE YATES. PRAISE FOR ME AND THE ROBBERSONS "Entertainingly different" - The Times "Funny and sweet and just the right level of anarchy!" Nicola Penfold, author of Where the World Turns Wild "It pulsates with humour, tenderness and outright anarchy with a plot that accelerates, weaves and spins like a high-octane car chase" V'sViewfromtheBookshelves "With a deliciously anarchic Dahl-ish energy to it and a lovely message to end, The Robbersons is already a hit all over the world – it's about time we got a chance to read it here" – Daniel Hahn, author and translatorTrade Review"Entertainingly different" -- The Times"Funny and sweet and just the right level of anarchy!" -- Nicola Penfold * author of Where the World Turns Wild *"It pulsates with humour, tenderness and outright anarchy with a plot that accelerates, weaves and spins like a high-octane car chase" -- V'sViewfromtheBookshelves"With a deliciously anarchic Dahl-ish energy to it and a lovely message to end, The Robbersons is already a hit all over the world – it's about time we got a chance to read it here" -- Daniel Hahn, author and translator
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Bonnier Books Ltd The Elephant in the Room
Book SynopsisIt's been almost a year since Sila's mum travelled halfway around the world to Turkey, hoping to secure the immigration paperwork that would allow her to return to her family in the United States.The long separation is almost impossible for Sila to bear. But things change when Sila accompanies her father (who is a mechanic) outside their Oregon town to fix a truck. There, behind an enormous stone wall, she meets a grandfatherly man who only months before won the state lottery. Their new alliance leads to the rescue of a circus elephant named Veda, and then to a friendship with a unique boy named Mateo, proving that comfort and hope come in the most unlikely of places.A moving story of family separation and the importance of the connection between animals and humans, this novel has the enormous heart and uplifting humour that readers have come to expect from the beloved author of Counting by 7s.Trade ReviewI couldn't stop reading-I had to find out what would happen. An unusual and lovely real-life fairy tale. * Linda Sue Park, New York Times Bestselling author of A Long Walk to Water *A gorgeous and emotional novel. I loved every page. * Cynthia Kadohata, Newbery Medal-winning author of Kira-Kira *Each character wrestles with love and loss and struggles with decisions about when to act and when to wait; each in their own way has insight into the others, and empathy for them . . . Sila wonders if people are more compassionate because of their own difficult experiences; in this unique, touching book, the answer is yes. * School Library Journal, starred review *Using multiple narrative perspectives, [Goldberg Sloan] touches on many weighty topics (grief, autism, deportation, animal cruelty), handling each with sensitivity. * Booklist *Sloan captures the importance of compassion and bravery when facing life's challenges . . . themes of collectivity and community in the face of isolation and stigma are brought to the surface and themselves offer depth to this heartfelt and sincere story. * Kirkus *Sloan (To Night Owl from Dogfish) fully builds the emotional interiors of each character, including Veda. This heartfelt tale thoughtfully conveys the agony of family separation, the beauty of nature, and the power of friendship to overcome tremendous difficulties. * Publishers Weekly *This beautiful story and the wonderful connections between all of the characters remind readers that very often people and animals come into our lives for a reason and usually just when we need them the most. A perfect title for middle school, fans of animal stories, and a great suggestion for readers looking for books that help deal with loss, heartache, and hope. * School Library Connection *
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HarperCollins Publishers The Tide Singer
Book SynopsisStrangers, storms and whispers of legendary sea people… Eloise Williams skilfully interweaves nature and myth in her stunning Barrington Stoke debut. In the wake of a tempest hitting her town, Morwenna is left to take care of a stranger washed ashore. The storm is just another of many that have plagued the town for years – people blame the tide singers, legendary sea people who are said to charm storms with their singing. Morwenna has never believed the tales, but when she is left alone with the stranger, she realises this is no ordinary girl. Can the stories be true? Can the girl control the tides with nothing more than her voice? Her arrival brings danger of a different kind, and Morwenna must draw on all the courage she has in order to stop a conflict that could destroy her home…Trade Review"I LOVED this stunning tale … As with all of Eloise's books, the writing is beautiful and haunting, and the story immediately sweeps us away, this time into the dark and mysterious world of the tide singers" – Jennifer Killick, author "A stunning intertwining of Welsh folklore and gripping adventure … This is a one-of-a-kind story of the wild unknown" – Scope for the Imagination "Has the distinct feel of a classic … I can't recommend this book highly enough" – Julia Thum, author "A gothic tale of revenge, intolerance and legendary creatures whose songs command the tides … it shows that voices standing united in peace have the power to change minds … August Ro’s illustrations are exceptionally beautiful … it was told through the pictures as well as the words and the two together created something magical." – Book Murmuration "Eerily haunting with its funeral parlour and cemetery island setting … Steeped in Welsh folklore, this is a captivating read from Eloise Williams." – Feeling Rather Bookish
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HarperCollins Publishers 4u2read – Anna Liza and the Happy Practice
Book SynopsisA thoughtful and playful story of empathy and kindness now in a standard paperback format for middle-grade readers. Anna Liza likes to help cheer up her mother’s psychiatric patients with her 17 top knock-knock jokes and cheerful songs, but when she meets Edward, she hits a brick wall. Edward’s dad is so sad since his mum left; he says his life isn’t going anywhere any more. Anna Liza has a plan to get him on the move again, if only she can manage to evade her mother’s attention long enough … A thoughtful and playful story of empathy and kindness from global bestseller Eoin Colfer, particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 7+.
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Wolf Twins
Book SynopsisLucy and Alpha used to be the Wonder Twins, two hearts beating as one. When Mum's new job rewilding wolves means they have to move to the forest, that changes. Lucy loves being close to nature, but Alpha wants to follow her dream of basketball glory. They've become like distant universes, drifting further apart. Then a new wolf cub arrives at the centre. Lucy names him Claw and they form a special bond. But Alpha thinks he should roam free, and she plots to release him. When news of Claw's disappearance breaks, the future of the rewilding centre is at stake. Can the Wonder Twins pull together again to find Claw and heal their differences?Trade Review'A beautifully-written story about nature.' -- A.M.Howell, author of Mysteries at Sea: Peril on the Atlantic'A wonderful tale brimming with the magic of wild things.' -- Sarah Ann Juckes, author of The Night Animals‘I loved The Wolf Twins, it kept me hooked from beginning to end with its cast of intriguing and relatable characters… set against the backdrop of a majestic ancient forest with wolves!’ -- Frances Maloney, author of The Mystery of the Missing Mum'A beautifully written dual pov story of twins. Alpha and Lucy are poles apart but share a special twin bond. But a change in circumstances drives a wedge between them that only the healing power of nature and a gorgeous wolf cub can fix. A special book.' -- Nizrana Farook, author of The Boy Who Saved a Bear'An absolute triumph that will capture your heart.' -- Kevin Cobane, teacher and children's book reviewer'I love Ewa’s books... with their colourful, charismatic characters and pacy plots they always engage and entertain; her subtle touch with the serious issues being addressed mean they also tug at the heartstrings and cause a pause for thought, too!” -- Rich Simpson, teacher and children's book reviewerPRAISE FOR EWA JOZEFKOWICZ: 'A beautifully written and captivating read but it also deals sensitively with important issues such as grief, courage, friendship and finding your voice' Armadillo, on The Dragon in the Bookshop. 'A gorgeous read featuring strong friendship, books, a Polish legend and a dragon. Loved it!' A.M. Howell, author of The Secret of the Treasure Keepers, on The Dragon in the Bookshop. 'A glorious fairytale adventure full of friendship, unlikely heroes and magical Polish folklore. A book-lovers delight!' Eve Wersocki Morris, author of The Bird Singers, on The Dragon in the Bookshop. 'Celebrating the importance of community, family and friends, this is a lovely, warm-hearted story' Week Junior Book of the Week, on The Cooking Club Detectives. 'Paints a convincing picture of a harrowing time in a young life [while] offering ample humour, hope and optimism' * BookTrust Book of the Month, on The Mystery of the Colour Thief *This is a gentle look at relevant and relatable middle school issues and how they can at least be improved...This book will also give readers on the outside looking in an understanding of what it’s like to be a twin, especially when your sibling looks exactly like you! * The School Reading List *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Lucky Chance the New Foal
Book SynopsisTilly dreams of having a pony of her own. One that only she can ride to stardom. Will her wishes come true when she joins Silver Shoe Farm Stables? The team at Silver Shoe Farm are proud to work with the World Horse Welfare Organisation caring for neglected horses. They're all thrilled when one of their rescued horses, Sarafina, gives birth to a filly foal who Tilly names Lucky Chance. Collect all 18 titles in this series of irresistible, uplifting and heartwarming pony adventures. Printed in a dyslexia friendly font and packed with up to date tips from three times Olympic Medallist, Pippa Funnell, as well as a helpful glossary and black and white illustrations on every spread.
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Bonnier Books Ltd Disney: The Wicked Ones
Book SynopsisDiscover how Lady Tremaine's powers of manipulation caused her daughters to turn out just like her
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Pegasus Elliot Mackenzie Publishers Connecting Souls
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Andersen Press Ltd The Muddlemoor Mysteries: The Book Club Bank
Book SynopsisIt is the holidays again and Joe Robinson and his cousins are back with Granny in Muddlemoor. The problem is... Muddlemoor is a hotspot for crime. When Joe, Tom and Pip discover that a dangerous gang of robbers is hiding in the local area they start an investigation straightaway. But hang on a sec. Granny’s Book Group seems to be acting RATHER suspiciously. For one thing they NEVER talk about books and for another thing they keep going on about a local bank. Oh no! What if Granny’s Book Group are the true-life bank robbers? There’s only one thing for it. The cousins must stop Granny getting arrested, even if it means putting themselves in danger.Trade Review"A hugely enjoyable action packed adventure full of twists and turns" -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading *
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