Children’s / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories
Little, Brown & Company Treasure Hunters
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£11.54
HarperCollins My Weirdest School 8 Mrs. Master Is a Disaster
Book SynopsisWith more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading!In this eighth book in the new My Weirdest School series, it’s Grandparents Day at Ella Mentry School!
£5.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Louise Loves Art
Book SynopsisFor fans of Olivia and Eloise, this stunning debut from Kelly Light is an irresistible story about the importance of creativity in all its forms.Meet Louise. She is determined to create a masterpiece—her pièce de résistance!Louise also loves Art, her little brother.Trade Review"Light...is a confident visual storyteller with a gentle sense of comic timing" -- Publishers Weekly "Budding artists, those not only crazy for art but who have their eyes and heart open, will find a muse and a collaborator." -- School Library Journal "A fresh and bright sibling tale...Cheerfully art-ful.' -- Kirkus Reviews
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Just My Luck
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£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Rock On Mom and Dad
Book SynopsisRock out with Pete the Cat in New York Times bestselling artist James Dean''s Pete the Cat: Rock On, Mom and Dad!, complete with stickers, cards, and a poster!Mom and Dad do so much for Pete that he wants to thank them with a special surprise. But what can Pete do that will show Mom and Dad how much he loves them? In this groovy story, Pete learns that it’s not what you do but how you do it that matters, so long as it comes from the heart. Young readers will love watching Pete surprise Mom and Dad with something totally awesome.Moms and dads looking for a Mother''s Day or Father''s Day present for their child to give should consider Rock On, Mom and Dad!
£8.16
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Flat Stanley and the Very Big Cookie I Can Read
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£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Darke Angie Sage 6 Septimus Heap
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£10.66
Penguin Books Ltd Slam
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewTruthful and funny—Sunday TimesHornby takes the raw ironies of life and gently rubs away at them to reveal gems of bittersweet truth—ObserverA moving read for anyone—ElleTouching, very funny—GuardianHornby gets his point across with the subtlety and skill of a born novelist who always deserves to be read—IndependentWarm, witty and wise—ArenaHornby's writing is hilarious—CosmopolitanHornby takes the raw ironies of life and gently rubs away at them to reveal gems of bittersweet truth—Observer
£8.99
Random House USA Inc Like Jake and Me
Book SynopsisIn this Newbery Honor—winning story from 1984, a new family builds a relationship as a stepfather and stepson celebrate their differences and take heart in their similarities.
£8.92
HarperCollins The House on East 88th Street Lyle
Book SynopsisTells the story of how the Primms found Lyle the crocodile in the bathtub of their new home.
£7.99
Stranger Kids I Am Mixed 001 I Am Book
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£14.24
Candlewick Press,U.S. Stink The Incredible Shrinking Kid 01 Stink
Book SynopsisBy popular demand — Judy Moody's brother, Stink, gets his chance to star!Shrink, shrank, shrunk!Every morning, Judy Moody measures Stink and it's always the same: three feet, eight inches tall. Stink feels like even the class newt is growing faster than he is. Then, one day, the ruler reads — can it be? — three feet, seven and three quarters inches! Is Stink shrinking? He tries everything to look like he’s growing, but wearing up-and-down stripes and spiking his hair aren't fooling anyone into thinking he's taller. If only he could ask James Madison — Stink's hero, and the shortest person ever to serve as president of the United States.In Stink's first solo adventure, his special style comes through loud and strong — enhanced by a series of comic strips, drawn by Stink himself, which are sprinkled throughout the book. From The Adventures of Stink in SHRINK MONSTER to The Adventures of Stink in NEWT IN SHINING ARMOR, the
£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Ladys Guide to Petticoats and Piracy
Book SynopsisTrade Review★ “[Lee] develops a world rich in historical detail, crafts a plot wild with unexpected turns, and explores complex topics like colonization and identity. An empowering and energetic adventure that celebrates friendship between women.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ★“An incredible, must-have follow-up full of old characters and new, blood and guts, and a delightful barrage of sarcasm.” — School Library Journal (starred review) ★ “This action-driven adventure is a joy.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) “A beautifully brilliant story about feminism, female friendship, privilege, sexism in the 17th century, and doing all you can to fulfill your passion and dreams.” — Buzzfeed “A feminist feast that challenges societal norms and forgoes all romance, which is unconventional, albeit refreshing, in young adult literature.” — BookPage “[A] strong feminist credo.” — The Horn Book “The Lady’s Guide to Petticoats and Piracy is fun while still being thoughtful, feminist, and an ode to female friendship.” — Bustle PRAISE FOR THE GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO VICE AND VIRTUE: ★ “Tongue-in-cheek, wildly entertaining, and anachronistic in only the most delightful ways, this is a gleeful romp through history. Monty is a hero worthy of Oscar Wilde.” — Booklist (starred review) ★ “The book’s exquisite, bygone meter and vernacular sit comfortably on a contemporary shelf. And the friction of racism, tyrannical entitled politicians, and misguided disapproval of homosexuality also have a relevance rooted in current culture’s xeno- and homophobia. Austen, Wilde, and Indiana Jones converge in this deliciously anachronistic bonbon.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ★ “This is a witty, romantic, and exceedingly smart look at discovering one’s place in the world. A stunning powerhouse of a story for every collection.” — School Library Journal (starred review) ★ “A gloriously swashbuckling affair.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) ★Mackenzi Lee (This Monstrous Thing) combines her knowledge of European history with a contemporary, comic sensibility to create an over-the-top romantic adventure complete with cliff-hanging chapter endings and sometimes outrageous narration. Monty is a licentious, flawed and engaging 18th-century hero. — Shelf Awareness (starred review) “Monty is pitch-perfect as a yearning, self-destructive, oblivious jerk of a hero who inspires equal parts sympathy, frustration, and adoration from reader. A genre tribute, satire, and exemplar in one.” — The Horn Book “Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue is the queer teen historical you didn’t know was missing from your life.” — Teen Vogue (“Best Queer Books to Celebrate Pride 2017”) “A rollicking ride that also turns a keen eye to issues like class, racism, homosexuality, and identity.” — Brightly “Careening from fete to fiasco on a Grand Tour of 18th century Europe, THE GENTLEMEN’S GUIDE TO VICE AND VIRTUE is a dizzying, dazzling, and roguishly romantic romp. This book makes me want to unrequite my own love so I can requite him all over again.” — Heidi Heilig, author of The Girl From Everywhere “Don’t read this book unless you like adventure, hijinks, and forbidden romance, and if you do, then read it twice.” — Stacey Lee, author of The Secret of a Heart Note and Under a Painted Sky “An outrageously fun, witty, fascinating, and romantic adventure, starring a memorable trio I’d happily travel with for ages. Lee is a definite force in diverse historical YA.” — Dahlia Adler, founder of LGBTQ Reads and author of Under the Lights “The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue is a Grand Tour all its own. Hilarious and romantic, adventurous and scandalous, Monty’s adventures are just as delightful as Monty himself. I adored this book!” — Rachel Hawkins, author of the Rebel Belle series “Sweet, smart, and powerful, Gentleman’s Guide tackles timely topics that will resonate profoundly with readers--all wrapped up in a truly epic road trip. Prepare to laugh, gasp, swoon, and cheer.” — Claire Legrand, author of the Winterspell series “A delightful romp of a road-trip through eighteenth century Europe, packed with witty dialog, razor-sharp pacing, and the perfect amount of swoon. You should abso-bloody-lutely read this book.” — Erin Bowman, author of Vengeance Road “A swashbuckling, fantastical coming-of-age adventure that quite simply swallowed me whole.” — Audible Editor’s Pick
£11.69
Sourcebooks If I Could Keep You Little
Book SynopsisBeloved author and illustrator MARIANNE RICHMOND has touched the lives of millions for nearly two decades through her award winning books, greeting cards, and other gift products that offer people the most heartfelt way to connect with each other. She lives in the Nashville area. Visit www.mariannerichmond.com.
£10.09
HarperCollins Publishers The Lost Puppy Book 4 Dotty Detective
Book SynopsisDot, her best friend Beans and her dog McClusky all love sniffing out a good mystery and together they will solve the case and save the day . . .Trade ReviewFor previous Dotty titles: ‘It's funny, it's mysterious and you will be puzzled for a long time.’ – Aarav Mehta, age 7 ‘This book was amazing and I really enjoyed it.’ – Cassandra Butler, age 6 ‘I liked how Dot solved the mystery.’ – Ruby Laverty, age 6
£5.99
Lerner Publishing Group Bubbe's Got the Beat
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£6.99
Jolly Fish Press Unwritten
Book SynopsisTwelve-year-old Gracie Freeman is living a normal life, but she is haunted by the fact that she is actually a character from a story, an unpublished fairy tale she''s never read. When she was a baby, her parents learned that she was supposed to die in the story, and with the help of a magic book, took her out of the story, and into the outside world, where she could be safe. But Gracie longs to know what the story says about her. Despite her mother''s warnings, Gracie seeks out the story''s author, setting in motion a chain of events that draw herself, her mother, and other former storybook characters back into the forgotten tale. Inside the story, Gracie struggles to navigate the blurred boundary between who she really is and the surprising things the author wrote about her. As the story moves toward its deadly climax, Gracie realizes she''ll have to face a dark truth and figure out her own fairy-tale ending.
£999.99
Random House USA Inc How to Raise a Mom
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£9.00
Atheneum Books Patina
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£7.99
Thames & Hudson Ltd Franklin and Luna Go to the Moon
Book SynopsisFrom the creators of the bestselling Franklin's Flying Bookshop, Jen Campbell and Katie Harnett, comes another charming tale about two book-lovers Franklin and Luna. Luna and her best friend, Franklin the dragon, love stories and want to visit all the places they've read about in books. But for all their reading they still don't know where dragons come from. And Franklin is now so old 605 to be exact he can't remember himself! They search high and low, but to no avail. Until one evening, Luna's tortoise, Neil Armstrong, notices something far away in the sky The three friends set out on their biggest adventure yet all the way to the moon in the hope of reuniting Franklin with his long lost family.Trade Review'A gorgeous example of a narrative poem for children' - Bookish Thoughts'Deliciously space-worthy, monster-finding, dragon-ful new book' - A. F. Harrold'A truly captivating tale' - Picture Books Blogger'A really sweet adventure' - The Book Trust'Beautifully written and illustrated' - Books with Katy
£15.03
Holiday House Inc Looking for Bongo
Book SynopsisWhere could Bongo be? Help a young boy find his beloved toy—and figure out how he got lost to begin with. The boy knows Bongo was right there with him this morning—but suddenly, Bongo is missing. He asks his whole family if they''ve seen the stuffed toy. Yo no sé, says abuela, I don''t know. Mom and Dad haven''t seen him either. And Gato just meows and runs away. When he finds Bongo, the boy is thrilled—but he still doesn''t understand how his toy ended up there. So he sets a trap to catch the Bongo thief. . . . Eric Velasquez''s detailed, expressive illustrations follow the boy''s investigation throughout his home, giving a glimpse at a warm, multi-generational family. A Bank Street Best Children''s Book of the Year
£7.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Super Sweet Treasury
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£12.34
Silver Dolphin Books You're My Little Sunshine
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£9.60
Tiger Tales We Are Family
Book SynopsisThis engaging picture book celebrates the uniqueness and diversity of families—and no matter how different they may seem, the love that is shared is all the same. Every family is unique and special. Some families are made up of many people, and some are much smaller. Sometimes family members look like each other, and sometimes they don’t! From busy mornings before school to special times spent together, families engage in many similar activities. This engaging picture book celebrates the diversity of families around the world and explores the ways that family members support each other through good times and bad. Families may look different, but the love that is shared is all the same.
£8.54
Pan Macmillan What Katy Did
Book SynopsisA treasured children’s classic, Susan Coolidge’s What Katy Did is a vivid story of childhood bravery with a feisty heroine at its heart. Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition features original illustrations by Addie Ledyard and an introduction by award-winning children’s author Jacqueline Wilson. Twelve-year-old Katy is a dreamer. She invents exciting games, faraway lands and imagines that one day she’ll be charming and graceful. But in the meantime she gets into all kinds of mischief . . . until one day a terrible accident happens and life as Katy knows it turns upside down. Can Katy’s boisterous courage keep her dreams alive?Trade ReviewIt opens such a vivid window into a domestic world that we have lost: full of aunts and cousins, innumerable siblings and clearly drawn moralities -- Christina Hardyment * The Times *A book about a long lanky tomboy with tangled hair, a crazy imagination and a whole heap of good intentions. Katy Carr wasn’t perfect – far from it – but she was perfect for me! -- Cathy CassidyThis tale of a boisterous child coming into maturity reads with the same zest and insight as it would have done when it was first published over 130 years ago * Guardian *Katy speaks with a charm and directness that remains as fresh as when it was written -- Amanda CraigThis was one of my favourite books as a child. The children felt real enough to touch, and I fell head over heels in love with Katy. It's a book with an unstoppable heart -- Katherine Rundell
£9.49
Tiger Tales I Love You, Grandma
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£9.43
Scholastic Inc. Family Trip
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£7.12
Otter-Barry Books Ltd Saving Hanno: A Refugee Boy and His Dog
Book SynopsisRudi is nine. His own country is no longer safe for Jewish children and he is being sent from Germany to England on the Kindertransport train. But he can't take his beloved little dog, Hanno. By a lucky chance Hanno is smuggled into England and helps Rudi to cope with life in a strange country. But as World War 2 looms, there is a chilling new threat to Hanno. How can Rudi and his new friends save their pets? Inspired by the real events of the Kindertransport and the refugee children who came to Britain just before war was declared.Trade Review"Miriam Halahmy draws on real events for a short chapter book set in the months before World War II. The story follows a 9-year-old German-Jewish boy, Rudi, who’s separated from his parents and his beloved dachshund, Hanno, when he and his sister are sent on a humanitarian Kindertransport to London. Ensconced with English-speaking foster parents in a strange new culture, Rudi is thrilled when Hanno can join him after a stint in quarantine. But soon there are new threats. Not only does German bombing mean that Rudi is to be displaced again, to the countryside, but Hanno is now at risk from a government campaign to euthanize pets, lest food run short and, in the chaos of war, the animals run wild. " * Wall Street Journal *“Saving Hanno is about loss and hope. It tells a beautiful story, sadly still so relevant today, about how refugee children experience loss and grieve for the lives they left behind.” -- Alf Dubs, Kindertransport survivor and lifelong campaigner for refugees"Moving, heartfelt...with a steady strong pace and a vivid voice...a fantastic book for 7 upwards." -- Mary Esther Judy * Fallen Star Stories blog *"With empathetic illustrations by Karin Littlewood, this is a holocaust story with a difference...and it's one that primary school age readers will certainly relate to. Many primary schools include WW2 as part of their history curriculum and while there are many stories about that terrible time, I would definitely advocate adding this one to the books to be shared." * Red Reading Hub *"A beautiful, heartfelt book for younger readers." * Fallen Star Stories blog *"Miriam packs so much into this chapter book - the fate of Jewish children entrusted to the Kindertransport, the jeopardy of household pets as war looms...It's a book that deserves a wide readership." -- Keren David * Booktrust *"A neat little book that makes a fantastic addition to World War 2 and Holocaust literature for children aged 7-11, while also addressing themes still relevant today for refugee children." * Just Imagine *"The combination of simple text and gentle illustrations make the difficult themes of loss, dislocation and necessary resilience accessible to younger readers...There are no easy resolutions...but hope, courage and resourcefulness, as well as loss and fear, play a large part in this story." * Books for Keeps *
£7.59
Imagine That Publishing Ltd Superheroes LOVE Bedtime!
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£7.22
Scholastic Inc. Grow Up David
Book SynopsisLaugh-aloud humor abounds when David can''t resist bugging his big brother. In this funny romp, David careens from one mischievous antic to the next... until he finally wins his brother''s approval.Little-brother antics have never been so endearing -- or true to life! David Shannon''s beloved character in his bestselling book No, David! captures the attention and hearts of young children as few characters can. Readers relish David''s exuberance, defiance, and wildly energetic curiosity, and when there''s trouble, you can bet David did it! Now he''s taunting his older brother by eating his Halloween candy, making a bathroom mess, and following him up the tree house. You''re too little! won''t stop David''s tricks in this all-time read it again favorite. With millions of copies in print and four sequels, No, David! hit the ground running in 1998 and was a Caldecott Honor Book, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book, and a classic for 20 years. Based on a boo
£17.09
Disney Book Publishing Inc. Cruella Live Action Novelization
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£999.99
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Evolution of Mara Dyer
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£13.18
Scholastic Escape the Rooms
Book SynopsisFrom the talented brother-sister duo of Stephen and Anita Mangancomes this exciting fully illustrated adventure.
£6.99
Sourcebooks, Inc Home for the Holidays: A Little Book about the
Book SynopsisThere's no place like home for the holidays! Join our Sesame Friends as we celebrate the holiday season together in this all-new multicultural book for kids!No matter what holidays you celebrate during the most wonderful time of the year, love, family, togetherness, and giving are universal. In this diversity book for kids, share in the joy with Elmo, Cookie Monster, Big Bird, and more as they celebrate holidays from around the world. Featuring international Sesame Street characters, and celebrations spanning from Thanksgiving to Chinese New Year, this sweet story proves there's no place like home for the holidays.Why readers love Home for the Holidays:Parents, grandparents, and teachers from around the world will enjoy reading this festive, multicultural book with childrenScreen-free fun for children during the winter seasonIdeal holiday gift and novelty stocking stuffer for kids
£10.59
Nube de Tinta Un monstruo viene a verme / A Monster Calls:
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£17.82
Candlewick Press,U.S. Daddy
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£999.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK Breathless
Book SynopsisYour first love, your first time, your first heartbreak. The new novel from Jennifer Niven, author of All the Bright Places. You were my first. Not just sex, although that was part of it, but the first to look past everything else into me. Some of the names and places have been changed, but the story is true.Claudine Henry was not supposed to spend her summer on this remote island off the coast of Georgia. She was supposed to be on a road trip with her best friend, spending every last minute together before they go to college. But after her father makes a shock announcement, she is exiled with her shaken mother, with no phone service and no one she knows. She is completely cut off. Until she meets Jeremiah. Free spirited, mysterious and beautiful, their chemistry is immediate and irresistible. They both know that whatever they have can only last the summer, but maybe one summer is enough...
£8.99
Sourcebooks, Inc Why a Son Needs a Mom
Book SynopsisBased on Gregory Lang's New York Times bestselling original series! The perfect Mother's Day gift, birthday present for mom, or sweet keepsake to show why Mom is so special!A touching picture book showcasing all the ways a mother will help her son grow, this is the gift for every mom and little boy to celebrate their special bond. Featuring charming animal illustrations and heartwarming rhymes about the loving moments mothers and sons share, Why a Son Needs a Mom is the perfect story to connect mother and son together.From the moment that I saw your beautiful face,Held you close to my heart in a mother's embrace,I promised to help you grow with strength and grace.My dear one, my sweet son, my boy.For new moms, mothers-to-be, or for that perfect mother-son moment, this sweet storybook celebrates how a mother helps her little boy grow with strength and love.
£999.99
Disney Book Publishing Inc. 5Minute Star Wars Stories Strike Back
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£14.01
Bloomsbury U.S.A. Children's Books We're Going on an Egg Hunt: A Lift-The-Flap
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£9.55
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Journey to Joburg
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£7.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Where Are You Going Baby Lincoln Tales from
Book Synopsis“This Deckawoo Drive adventure is sure to inspire anyone taking his or her own tentative steps toward independence.” — Booklist (starred review)Baby Lincoln’s older sister, Eugenia, is very fond of telling Baby what to do, and Baby usually responds by saying “Yes, Sister.” But one day Baby has had enough. She decides to depart on a Necessary Journey, even though she has never gone anywhere without Eugenia telling her what to take and where to go. Who might Baby meet as she strikes out on her own, and what could she discover about herself? Will her impulsive adventure take her away from Eugenia for good?
£8.10
Enchanted Lion Books The Bathing Costume: Or the Worst Vacation of My
Book SynopsisThe book's protagonist is Michel, an eight-year-old Parisian boy. His brother Martin, who's twelve, detests him, and he detests Martin right back. This summer, Michel will go away alone, which really means without his mom, to stay with his grandparents while his parents move apartments. To add to the horror, Michel's older boy cousins will be going, too. As Michel says, "To put it simply, they are big, strong, and pals with Martin. I am their scapegoat." Recounted by Michel himself, his vacation doesn't turn out to be such a complete zero after all. Between a competition to see who can shower the least, wild bike rides without gear, and a tooth that finally falls out, Michel discovers both independence and real moments of happiness. The text is both very funny and moving, with good reason, for we see an eight-year-old's vacation with his grandparents and older cousins through his own eyes, with all of the little things that are important to a boy of eight: the dumb things that he'll never tell his mom; the small triumphs; the disregard and mocking of the older cousins; the shame of having a bathing suit that slips off in the pool; the freedom of being away from home; and the satisfaction of overcoming fears. As always, Olivier Tallec's illustrations render all the emotions of our little hero with an enormous amount of expressiveness, talent, and sheer gorgeousness.Trade Review2014 Mildred L. Batchelder Honor Book "It's funny. It's touching without being cloying. Its tone is just right, and the characters nearly leap off the page in all their authenticity. It's a coming-of-age story with heart and truth and lots of humor. Don't miss it. ... The Bathing Costume is enticing and humorous reading that youths will relish with a charming art style, recommended." - Julie Danielson, Kirkus "Moundlic gets the voice just right...Tallec is gorgeously sensitive to the passions of childhood." - The New York Times Book Review "Tallec's softly rendered illustrations are always in tune with Myron's moods...A pensive, sensitive book for pensive, sensitive children." - Publishers Weekly
£11.39
Cormorant Books,Canada The Magpie's Library
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£7.99
Random House USA Inc Despicable Me Little Golden Book
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£7.23
New Generation Publishing The Family Fairies
£13.62
Massey University Press Hazel and the Snails
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£16.14
The New York Review of Books, Inc The Glassblower's Children
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£10.44
