Children’s / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories
Albert Whitman & Company I Am Famous
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£9.80
Albert Whitman & Company Score for Imagination
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£8.15
Albert Whitman & Company HANUKKAH HUNT
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£17.09
David C Cook Publishing Company Clever Cub Tells the Truth
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£6.23
Nosy Crow Ltd Saving Sophia
Book SynopsisAll Lottie wants to do is have adventures, but no such luck. Until she meets Sophia, a girl with an excitingly mysterious history. When the two run away from a staged kayak accident to find Sophia's mum, Lottie learns a lot about having adventures (they're mostly brilliant but not the bits where you nearly die) and friendship and the truth.
£6.99
Five Quills ALs Awesome Science Splash Down
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£6.99
Pan Macmillan Begin Again
Book SynopsisEmma Lord is a digital media editor and writer living in New York City, where she spends whatever time she isn't writing either running or belting show tunes in community theater. She graduated from the University of Virginia with a major in psychology and a minor in how to tilt your computer screen so nobody will notice you updating your fan fiction from the back row. She was raised on glitter, a whole lot of love, and copious amounts of grilled cheese. Emma Lord is the author of Tweet Cute, You Have a Match, When You Get the Chance and Begin Again.Trade ReviewThis grumpy-sunshine rom-com features a grouch with a secret heart of gold, an eternal optimist with plenty of depth beneath the surface, a healthy dose of banter, and a generous helping of Lord’s laugh-out-loud wit. * School Library Journal *
£8.54
PAW PRINTS PUB Big Sister Coco
Book SynopsisBig Sister Coco is sassy and smart, and she absolutely adores her little brother, Bo! Together, CoCo and Bo are ready to have fun and solve any problem or mystery that comes their way! In A Birthday Surprise three interconnecting stories told as an easy graphic novel will introduce emerging readers to this dynamic duo while highlighting their first mystery: How will Coco''s help Bo figure out, prepare for, and enjoy his big fifth-birthday surprise!
£7.82
Feiwel and Friends Olivetti
Book SynopsisA heartfelt novel praised by Tom Hanks in the New York Times as including a conclusion nearly impossible to divine and yet so perfect it includes that most tactile of memories...Being a typewriter is not as easy as it looks. Surrounded by books (notorious attention hogs) and recently replaced by a computer, Olivetti has been forgotten by the Brindle familythe family he's lived with for years. The Brindles are busy humans, apart from 12-year-old Ernest, who would rather be left alone with his collection of Oxford English Dictionaries. The least they could do was remember Olivetti once in a while, since he remembers every word they've typed on him. It's a thankless job, keeping memories alive.Olivetti gets a rare glimpse of action from Ernest's mom, Beatricehis used-to-be most frequent visitoronly for her to drop him off at Heartland Pawn Shop and leave him helplessly behind. When Olivetti learns Beatrice has mysteriously gone missing afterward, he believ
£13.49
Palgrave USA We Deserve Monuments
Book SynopsisAn absolute must read. BuzzfeedA gripping portrayal of the South''s inherent racism and a love story for queer Black girls. Teen VogueFamily secrets, a swoon-worthy romance, and a slow-burn mystery collide in We Deserve Monuments, the award-winning debut novel from Jas Hammonds. What's more important: Knowing the truth or keeping the peace?Seventeen-year-old Avery Anderson is convinced her senior year is ruined when she''s uprooted from her life in DC and forced into the hostile home of her terminally ill grandmother, Mama Letty. The tension between Avery's mom and Mama Letty makes for a frosty arrival and unearths past drama they refuse to talk about. Every time Avery tries to look deeper, she's turned away, leaving her desperate to learn the secrets that split her family in two.While tempers flare in her avoidant family, Avery finds friendship in unexpected places
£9.49
Square Fish Tomorrow Is New Years Day
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£9.69
Capstone Global Library Ltd Nurse Kenji Rules
Book SynopsisThe Woos'' neighbor, Mr Kenji, is training to be a nurse. He has a big test coming up, and Katie has offered to help him get ready. Hopefully Katie's help will lead to a high score on the big test for Mr Kenji.
£5.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd A Trip to Grandmas
Book SynopsisEmma is headed to her Grandma's house for a full week. She is excited but anxious. This is the longest she's been away from her parents, and she's worried about feeling homesick. Thankfully her Grandma knows just what to do to make Emma feel better and calm her nerves. Emma is deaf and often uses sign language to communicate, and this early chapter book includes additional information about sign language perfect for young readers.
£5.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd Astrid and Apollo and the Super Staycation
Book SynopsisAstrid and Apollo's family is excited for their trip to Laos to attend a family wedding. But bad weather cancels their plans, and the twins' parents are disappointed to miss seeing their home country. Some brainstorming and a messy painting project inspire an idea: If their parents can't go to Laos, Astrid and Apollo will bring Laos to them! But can they keep their plan a surprise?
£5.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd The Mystery of the Disappearing Treasure Map
Book SynopsisKatie Woo and Pedro are hot on the trail of a treasure map. But as it catches in the breeze, it keeps disappearing on them. Will they be able to nab the map and will it lead them to real treasure?Perfectly pitched for young readers who are beginning to read independently for the first time, The Mystery of the Disappearing Treasure Map is part of the Katie Woo and Pedro Mysteries series, in which Katie Woo and her pal Pedro team up to solve puzzles together. By investigating the problem and collecting clues, the sleuthing friends don't stop until the mysteries are solved! After each case is closed, readers will review the investigation, hypothesis and resolution of the mystery, earning a basic understanding of the mystery genre.
£7.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd Cooking with Grandma
Book SynopsisEmma loves spending time with her Grandma. And it's even more fun when it includes cooking! Emma is finally old enough to help make a birthday meal for her dad. But will everything turn out okay? Emma is deaf and often uses sign language to communicate, and this early chapter book includes additional information on British sign language.
£5.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd Ali the Great and the Market Mishap
Book SynopsisAli Tahir loses something important at the market... his brother!Who's hungry? Ali, his grandfather, and little brother Fateh head to the South Asian market to stock up on snacks. So much to see! But what Ali can't see is Fateh. Where did he go? Will Ali's quick thinking save the day? Ali the Great, by Yasmin author Saadia Faruqi, is a charming chapter book series about Ali Tahir and his multi-generational Pakistani-origin family. Ali's big ideas will resonate with young readers who believe that every problem has a creative solution - you just have to find it!
£5.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd Riley Reynolds Conquers Spring Cleaning
Book SynopsisNon-binary kid Riley is ready to clean out their room, and Riley never does anything on a small scale. So it's no surprise when a room declutter turns into a full house declutter, which turns into a full neighbourhood sale with everyone involved. By the end of the day, Riley and their friends learn that sometimes memories are priceless, but it's important to let go.
£6.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd Riley Reynolds Pumps Up the Party
Book SynopsisFriends Marco and Maddie are having a shared birthday party, and non-binary Riley is ready to celebrate! Marco's mums make the best homemade ice cream for the party, but it takes a long time to make. Riley can't wait for it to be ready! In the meantime, though, there are races and games and a bouncy house to keep everyone busy.
£999.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd Camila the Fashion Star
Book SynopsisCamila Maria Flores Ortiz was born to be a star. At least that's what her plan is! But she knows that becoming famous won't happen all by itself. It's going to take a lot of hard work. Every adventure in this early chapter book series brings Camila one step closer to her dreams!In this book, Camila has big plans to create a show called How to Be a Fashion Star. The first step is designing a new outfit with her best friend's help! Will Camila find the right fabric and make the right stitches to become a real fashion star?
£5.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd Poppys Chicks
Book SynopsisPoppy can't wait for her hen, Dottie, to have chicks. But when Poppy checks the chicken coop, she realizes Dottie's eggs aren't going to hatch. Poor Dottie! Poppy is determined to help. She and her mum visit the feed shop, and Poppy comes up with a new plan - she'll hatch her own eggs. But will Poppy's eggs hatch for Dottie?
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Capstone Global Library Ltd Dentist Day
Book SynopsisEmma is worried about her dentist appointment. What if she has a cavity? What if she didn''t floss enough? Thankfully Emma has a good team of people to help her feel better. Emma is deaf and often uses sign language to communicate, and this early chapter book includes additional information about British Sign Language.
£5.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd Ali the Great and Too Many Cooks
Book SynopsisIt's cooking day with Dadi! Ali is excited, but Fateh is getting in the way as usual! Why does Fateh keep blowing in Ali's face? But when Dadi brings out the delicious treats, Ali realizes that his little brother might be a lot smarter than he thought!Ali the Great, by Yasmin author Saadia Faruqi, is a charming chapter book series about Ali Tahir and his multi-generational Pakistani-origin family. Ali's big ideas will resonate with young readers who believe that every problem has a creative solution - you just have to find it!
£5.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd The OneofaKind Drum Kit
Book SynopsisBa-dah-dum! Ba-dah-dum! Oops! Bo is drumming on his desk at school again, and his teacher is not happy. But Bo loves to drum! And sometimes, he doesn't even know he's doing it. It's tricky to find the time and place for his drumming passion. Just when Bo thinks he's in big trouble for drumming instead of listening, his dad has an idea that will help Bo stay on beat!Musician, educator and actor Andrew Bambridge (Pixels) offers a charming chapter book series about a boy named Bo who, like Andrew, has achondroplasia and has always loved music.
£5.99
Austin Macauley Publishers I Want to be So So Beautiful
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£8.54
Simon & Schuster Ltd Violet and the Hidden Treasure
Book SynopsisGet ready to meet Violet Remy-Robinson – an amateur Sherlock Holmes in the making – in the second book of this delightful young detective series, perfect for fans of Robin Stevens, Enid Blyton and Anisha, Accidental Detective!‘There is a new girl sleuth on the block’ The TimesViolet has spent her holidays exploring India with Godmother Celeste, including visiting Celeste's good friend the Maharajah and meeting his very special cockatoo. But when she returns home, Violet gets a surprise visit from the Maharajah's butler, asking her to look after the bird. Violet couldn't be more amazed (and her cat Pudding couldn't be less pleased . . .), but the cockatoo holds the key to the Maharajah's fortune, and someone is trying to bird-nap her! Can Violet discover who the culprit is before they succeed?Beautifully designed and filled with Becka Moor'
£6.99
Tommy Nelson Good Night Hugs
Book SynopsisThere''s nothing quite like a good-night hug! Good Night Hugs, featuring adorable animal families hugging the ones they love most will make your little ones want to snuggle up close. Cozy up with some of the sweetest good-night hugs as you tell your little love good night.Cozy up as you journey through the animal kingdom, finding animal moms and dads hugging the little ones they love most. From sloths hanging together upside down to a tiny red pandas snuggling up with Mama, these sweet snuggles will capture your little one''s attention until they drift off to sleep. Cherish this quiet, hug-filled time together as you delight in the family God has provided.
£5.99
Tommy Nelson Oceans World
Book SynopsisJoin Ocean and Kingston as they explore the ocean, discover wildlife, and learn fascinating marine facts in Ocean''s World, an action and adventure story for kids!Ocean and his little brother, Kingston, explore the beautiful island of Maui in search of a sunrise shell for their mom’s birthday gift. But with a rumbling volcano and so much to unearth, will the boys ever find the special shell?Celebrity couple Carlos and Alexa PenaVega, known for their starring roles in Big Time Rush and Spy Kids, respectively, debut their first picture book, inspired by their firstborn son, Ocean, and their home in Hawaii.As Ocean and Kingston''s adventure unfolds, you''ll encounter so many fun and educational surprises along the way! During their journey you''ll learn how high a dolphin can jump; how long it takes for a sea-turtle egg to hatch; different types of shells including the
£11.69
Tommy Nelson Whats in a Dumpling Grandma
Book SynopsisFrom the creator of the TikTok sensation Grey and Mama (@greyandmama, 7.5M followers) and author of Thank You, Mama comes a Vietnamese American family story about a boy who loves to eat adventurously, comfort food, family tradition, and a grandmother''s love and wisdom.Join Grey and his cousin Mila as Grandma teaches them to cook bánh loc, Vietnamese dumplings, and passes down her memories of sharing this heritage comfort food with other loved ones.This warm-and-toasty picture book for 4-to-8-year-olds celebrates the relationship between a grandparent and grandchild, explores the importance of family history and cultural heritage through the act of passing down a favorite recipe, honors the past while expressing joy for today''s memories-in-the-making, features the bright and imaginative artwork of Sandra Eide, offers a recipe for Grey''s grandma''s famous fish sauce, and includes lots
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers In the Mouth of the Wolf
Book SynopsisA true story of two brothers and the war that changed everything.Michael Morpurgo's wonderful storytelling and Barroux's stunning artwork combine to tell the true story of Michael's uncles against the epic backdrop of World War Two.Francis and Pieter are brothers. As shadow of one war lingers, and the rumbles of another approach, the brothers argue. Francis is a fierce pacifist, while Pieter signs up to fight. What happens next will change the course of Francis's life forever and throw him into the mouth of the wolf.-Michael Morpurgo has written over one hundred books and won many awards. In 1976 Michael and his wife Clare started the charity Farms For City Children, which aims to relieve the poverty of experience of young children from inner city and urban areas. In 1999 they were awarded the MBE for their work in creating these farms and in 2006 Michael received an OBE. His novel War Horse has been adapted into a hugely successful and critically acclaimed West End play.Michael is a
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Forever Summer
Book SynopsisFor all fans of Jenny Han, Holly Bourne and The Kissing Booth comes the must-have teen read from bestselling fiction author, Jenny Oliver!Summer term and the heat is rising It''s summer term at Chelsea High, the most exclusive school in town, and Norah Whittaker is wishing she was still in NYC with her boyfriend, Ezra. But at least the weeks ahead are filled with distractions including an all-expenses-paid photo shoot in Greece! Will Norah be able to handle the charms of fellow model Laurent, brother of her nemesis, Coco? One thing's for sure, this is going to be a summer full of surprises . . .You know you''re in for a treat when you open a Jenny Oliver book (Debbie Johnson, author of The Comfort Food Cafe series)I loved Chelsea High a complete page-turner! (Kate Mallinder, author of Summer of No Regrets)
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Mr. Men Little Miss My Mummy
Book SynopsisThis very special Little Miss book is the perfect gift for Mother''s Day.The Little Miss will help you show your mummy just how special she is to you. From making you smile, even when things are going wrong, to knowing just when hugs are needed, mummies are Splendid, Fun, Magic, Sunshine lots of the Little Miss rolled into one! Children can also add their own words to the story to make it a really personal gift.The perfect book for your mummy''s birthday, a new mother, Mother''s Day, or for giving and sharing any time you want to say I love you, too. Now with a shiny foil cover!The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged 2 years and up.Trade ReviewThe colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971. The Independent The timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly. The Telegraph The Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf. The Telegraph Top 100 Children’s Book – Junior Magazine, 2019
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd Mias Magic Uncle
Book SynopsisYour uncle is amazing, Mia's friends tell her.Yes, agrees Mia. He is magic.Mia's Uncle Robbie is amazing he knows lots of magic tricks, like how to produce an egg from Mia's ear, or how to turn a red hanky into a green one. One kind of magic he hasn't yet learnt, however, is how to make his legs work. But this doesn''t stop him from being the best uncle Mia could wish for!Trade Reviewheartwarming * The Bookseller *
£5.99
Walker Books Ltd The Woman Who Won Things The Gaskitts
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Walker Books Ltd Merci Suarez Changes Gears
Book SynopsisA realistic and deeply moving portrayal of a young Latina girl and her close-knit intergenerational family navigating friendship, bullying and illness.Merci Suárez knew that sixth grade would be different, but she had no idea just how different. For starters, as strong and thoughtful as Merci is, she has never been completely like the other kids at her private school in Florida, because she and her older brother, Roli, are scholarship students. They don't have a big house or a fancy boat, and they have to do extra community service to make up for their free tuition. So when bossy Edna Santos sets her sights on the new boy who happens to be Merci's school-assigned Sunshine Buddy, Merci becomes the target of Edna's jealousy.Things aren''t going well at home, either: Merci's grandfather and most trusted ally, Lolo, has been acting strangely lately forgetting important things, falling from his bike, and getting angry over nothing. And Merci is left to her own worr
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Walker Books Ltd Judy Moody Super Book Whiz
Book SynopsisJudy Moody is in it to win it. The Virginia Dare Bookworms are reading up a storm to prepare for the book quiz. Judy's trying out all kinds of tricks: from hanging upside down like Pippi Longstocking to teaching herself to speed read The Princess in Black; even Stink has covered a cape in sticky notes to help him remember all the answers! They may have super reading skills, but who knows when a serious case of brain freeze will strike! Will the Bookworms be as cool as cucumbers or freeze up on the big day?Trade ReviewFeatured in the Irish Examiner in ‘Page Turners for Every Bookworm’. * Irish Examiner *
£8.04
Hachette Children's Group The World of Norm May Require Batteries
Book SynopsisThe fourth hilarious title in the award-winning, laugh-out-loud series, The World of Norm. Perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Norm knew it was going to be one of those days when he got out of bed and trod in something he shouldn''t have...What with overdue homework, overdue pocket money and a bag full of overdue newspapers, one thing''s for sure: life for Norm isn''t getting any less unfair. And did he mention the fact that he''s the only kid on the planet without an iPad?ABSO-FLIPPING-LUTELY RIGHT HE DID!With brilliantly funny illustrations throughout from Donough O''Malley.Praise for Jonathan Meres:''Hilarious stuff from one of my comic heroes!'' - Harry Hill''Jonathan Meres is flipping funny!'' - Eddie IzzardTrade ReviewVery funny, abso-flipping-lutely funny, as Norm might say * South Wales Echo *Fans of Jeff Kinney will not be disappointed. * Books for Keeps *The books are great fun for the 8+ age range as well as for those who enjoy an entertaining story. Try them - they are flipping great! * Carousel *Abso-flipping-lutely funny, as Norm might say. * South Wales Echo *
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Hachette Children's Group Billy Bonkers Billy Bonkers and the Wacky World
Book SynopsisPut your trainers on, Billy Bonkers is back with more amazing adventures! This time he''s landing a plane and flying through the air in a hot-air balloon to watch the World Cup''s final. Billy and his family are so wacky, you will laugh your socks off!Trade ReviewThree romping adventures featuring Billy Bonkers and the beautiful game. Good quick reads that will pull in young football fans. * Isla Dawes (The Kew Bookshop) *Three romping adventures featuring Billy Bonkers and the beautiful game. Good reads that will pull in young football fans. * The Guardian *Bill Bonkers is a great wacky hero for KS1 soccer devotees * theschoolrun.com *
£7.44
Hachette Children's Group The World of Norm Includes Delivery
Book SynopsisThe tenth hilarious title in the award-winning, laugh-out-loud series, The World of Norm. Perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.Norm knew it was going to be one of those days when he lost his house...But even when he finds it, things don''t get much better. What could be worse than imagining your parents at a salsa dancing event - with your best friend?! Norm''s not sure what''s got into Mikey, but he suspects hormones may be involved. Flipping typical!With brilliantly funny illustrations throughout from Donough O''Malley. Praise for Jonathan Meres: ''Hilarious stuff from one of my comic heroes!'' - Harry Hill ''Jonathan Meres is flipping funny!'' - Eddie IzzardTrade ReviewA barrel of laughs. * Dunoon Observer and Argyllshire Standard *Fans of Jeff Kinney will not be disappointed. * Books for Keeps *
£8.65
Hachette Children's Group The Secret Summer
Book SynopsisDiscover an island of buried secrets ... A captivating coming-of-age story from the Carnegie-nominated author of The Ethan I Was BeforeMiranda misses her mum. The mum who used to laugh at her jokes and take her to Disneyworld. But something happened that stopped all that - now Miranda''s mum is always hurrying away on another work trip and can barely look Miranda in the eye. So when Miranda is sent to spend the summer on August Isle, where her mum grew up, she is determined to unlock the secrets that are breaking her family apart.
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Hachette Children's Group The World of Norm Must End Soon
Book SynopsisThe twelfth - AND FINAL - hilarious title in the award-winning, laugh-out-loud series, The World of Norm. Perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.Norm knew it was going to be one of those days when he woke up and found himself about to pee in his mum''s wardrobe...No change there then. Well, except that last time it was his dad''s wardrobe. Apart from that, though, it''s the same old same old, over and over again. No one understands him. Everything''s unfair. Blah, blah, flipping blah. You''d think Norm''s thirteenth birthday might cheer him up, right? WRONG! But even the worst nightmares have to end sooner or later, don''t they? FINGERS FLIPPING CROSSED!!!With brilliantly funny illustrations throughout from Donough O''Malley. Praise for Jonathan Meres:''Hilarious stuff from one of my comic heroes!'' - Harry Hill ''Jonathan Meres is flipping funny!'' - Eddie IzzardTrade ReviewIt was brilliant. I loved it. Best book ever! -- Kelise Quatrana, 12 * Evening Echo (Cork) *
£6.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Life in a Fishbowl
Book SynopsisJackie's life wasn't perfect, but at least it was normal. That is, until her dad received a terminal cancer diagnosis. Then he went and did what anyone faced with mountains of medical bills and a family to support would do: he sold his life to the highest bidder. Which turned out to be a TV station. Suddenly everyone from psychotic millionaires to cyber-savvy nuns wants a piece of Jackie's family as they become a reality TV sensation. Jackie''s life spirals out of control just as her dad's starts to run out, and meanwhile the whole world is tuning in to watch her family fall apart Acidly funny and heartbreakingly sad, Life in a Fishbowl is an exploration of the value of life and what memories mean to us. Perfect for fans of Patrick Ness.Trade ReviewSurprising, original, political, and deeply affecting. . . It is one of those rare works of art that keeps you guessing up to the very last page. * Leila Sales, author of THIS SONG WILL SAVE YOUR LIFE *It will tear you apart, and yet it's an absolute joy. * Adi Alsaid, author of LET’S GET LOST and NEVER, ALWAYS, SOMETIMES *Vlahos balances a precarious, heartbreaking, and wholly 21st-century premise with a compulsively readable and well-plotted story. * Janet Geddis, Avid Bookshop, Athens, GA *Once again, Vlahos strikes all the right chords. . . You know these people and you want to know what happens to them beyond the story. * Paul Hanson, General Manager at Village Books in Bellingham, WA *Len Vlahos has pulled off a brilliant exploration of intimacy in modern society. . . [H]umorous, while being poignant and haunting at the same time. * Allison Hill, CEO of Vroman's Bookstore and Book Soup in Southern California *A wry, stylish tale. * The New York Times Sunday Book Review on SCAR BOYS *Distinguished in every way. -- starred review * School Library Journal on SCAR BOYS *Etches its way onto the heart and leaves a mark. * Kirkus Reviews on SCAR BOYS *
£999.99
Abrams Its Hard to Be a Baby
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Hachette Children's Group Cannibal Curse
Book SynopsisNumber One for Fiendish Fun!This book contains a bake-off, a HORRID guidebook, an EVIL girl and an ancient curse!Four utterly hilarious and totally brilliant Horrid Henry stories by Francesca Simon, with illustrations by Tony Ross. An irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure.Trade ReviewIn the final story, Henry's favourite Evil Evie books are taken away because his parents fear their influence. But Henry is who he is anyway. And, as we always suspected, Henry is just like most children. Not really, in fact, horrid. * The Sunday Times Ireland *In the final story, Henry's favourite Evil Evie books are taken away because his parents fear their influence. But Henry is who he is anyway. And, as we always suspected, Henry is just like most children. Not really, in fact, horrid. * The Sunday Times Ireland *Praise for the series: These books are hilarious * Yorkshire Reporter *Praise for the series: These books are hilarious * Yorkshire Reporter *
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Hachette Children's Group Go Mo Go Monster Mountain Chase
Book SynopsisFrom Olympic gold medal winner Mo Farah and bestselling author of Oi Frog!, Kes Gray, comes a fun fiction series which will get kids reading, and running too!After returning home from a long cross-country run, it''s time for Mo and his friends to decide where to go on their next running adventure. Sandwiches at the ready, the friends head somewhere beautiful, with glistening snow and sparkling lakes ... The Rocky Mountains!But crossing states is tiring work, and with lots of new creatures (and monsters!) to meet along the way, will Mo and friends ever get time for a sandwich break?Here comes Bigfoot ... RUN!Follow Mo on his madcap adventures as his running skills go from strength to strength.The perfect book to share and read aloud.The nation watched with bated breath as Mo Farah seized Olympic gold in the 10,000m and 5000m - he''s been a national treasure ever since. In this adventurous series father of three, Mo
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Hachette Children's Group Evies Magic Bracelet The Clocktower Charm
Book SynopsisThe fifth in a magical, exciting series by Olympian and World Book Day ambassador Jessica Ennis-Hill. Perfect for fans of Rainbow Magic and My Little Pony! What if you had a special bracelet that allowed you to do magic, just by thinking about it? Evie''s grandma has sent her another parcel. Inside layers of tissue and colourful ribbons is a beautiful bracelet! Evie''s going to need the bracelet - and a brave heart - when she investigates a spooky old clocktower. But she''s always ready to have some magical adventures!Evie shares Jessica''s determination and drive - an inspiration for kids everywhere.The full list of titles: 1. The Silver Unicorn2. The Enchanted Puppy3. The Sprites'' Den4. The Unicorn''s Foal5. The Clocktower Charm6. The Fire Bird7. The Golden Sands
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Hachette Children's Group Satellite
Book SynopsisThe Martian for teens - an epic, highly original space thriller with real science and heartbreaking beauty.Leo has never set foot on Earth. Born and raised with twins Orion and Libra on the Moon 2 Space Station, they have grown up together in the most extraordinary of ways. Now, they are preparing to make their first trip home - their first journey to Earth. But Leo, Orion and Libra cannot possibly imagine the irreversible consequences that their return will set into motion...Trade ReviewAn exciting read, full of suspense. * The School Librarian *a timeworn science fiction scenario is brought back to full brightness, aiming its tight-beamed questions with the intensity of borrowed light...The book's depiction of an Earth both familiar and strange (and a satellite in which engineered sterility is pervaded by tenderness), its thrilling, audaciously unlikely denouement, and its ethical and philosophical conundrums are all communicated via Leo's truncated, syncopated diction. * Times Literary Supplement *This is extraordinary science fiction, as diverse and humane as Iain M Banks at his best * The Guardian *I love Nick Lake's writing. I would read anything he wrote - grocery list, email etc., because his writing, always, is so real and so brave. He takes on subjects other writers might avoid, and he writes the hell out of them. -- Jennifer Niven, New York Times bestselling authorNick Lake's book grips from the off, combining elements of science fiction and thriller for a page-turning read. A powerful vision of space and science, at its core Satellite is a story about the need to belong - a universal story about a universal dream. * INIS Reading Guide, Children's Books Ireland *An epic space story based around real science, it's a truly gripping thriller, imbued with raw emotion. Lake's best book since his debut, In Darkness. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *'Satellite is a sci-fi, poetic-epic adventure that is foremostly Leo's, whose story you must read...Meticulous and mesmeric second-by-second descriptions of floating existence in zero gravity are combined with a detective-like thread in Leo's voice - an assured narrator whose mature self-reflections and heightened visual descriptions are highly enjoyable...The whole narrative is laden with introverted meditations on language and experience, making for challenging reading...always rich, poetic and thrilling...Personally, the love of language and experience that Satellite exudes will stay with me the most.' * Armadillo Magazine *Told in Leo's abbreviated, allusive diction, this is extraordinary science fiction, as diverse and humane as Iain M Banks at his best' -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *Satellite is a novel of great beauty. The prose is careful but expansive and technical but poetic. The glories and wonders of space and science breathe through every line but so do the more quotidian experiences of tasting ice cream for the first time, or seeing a bird in flight, or hearing music played live and not through your headphones. It's a mystery thriller at its heart...but it moves at a slow, luxurious pace, unlike most thrillers. And Lake finds room for so much that is of interest to his young readers - family dynamics, sexuality, gender expression, finding love, coming-of-age, climate change, the list seems almost endless. And it's seamless; nothing shoe-horned in...Nick Lake is one of the highest quality authors writing for our young people today. His range is exceptional and he can capture human experience with poetic detail. And in Satellite he wrote a kiss that made me cry for its beauty and sadness. * The Book Bag *Set on a space station in the near future, this cool concept sci-fi novel with a powerful finding-your-way-in-the-world theme also has much for fans of contemporary YA...This is a thought-provoking thriller, fuelled by the suspenseful space journey, and by Leo's emotional journey...With this foray into sci-fi, author Nick Lake confirms his status as a writer with immensely diverse talents. * Lovereading4kids *
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Hachette Children's Group A Tricky Kind of Magic
Book SynopsisCooper is brilliant at magic tricks. Card tricks, clever illusions - he can do them all. His dad, also known as the Great Eduardo, taught him the tricks of the magical trade before he passed away. But the one thing Cooper can''t do is see his dad again. So when a talking rabbit appears from his dad''s top hat, and reveals there is a place where Cooper might find him, he jumps at the chance. Magic is about believing the impossible, after all. And Cooper desperately wants to believe that he can see his dad once more.But what - and who - is waiting for them in the land where magic goes wrong?Filled with filled with humour and emotion, this is an action-packed graphic novel about finding magic when you need it the most.Trade ReviewA Tricky Kind of Magic is a delightful graphic novel which is not only fun but includes an important message about grief and learning how to move on. Both kids and adults will enjoy the story and the great illustrations. -- Rachel Faturoti, author of Sadé and Her Shadow BeastsBaines expertly weaves themes of grief and loss with humour and adventure, and aspiring magicians will pick up some tricks of the trade, too. -- Bookseller Children's Previews
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