Children’s / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories
Square Fish Farther Than the Moon
£8.54
Feiwel & Friends Randy Rainbow and the Marvelously Magical Pink
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£16.14
Square Fish Bodega Cats Picture Purrfect
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£7.59
St Martin's Press Fangirl A Novel 10th Anniversary Collectors
Book SynopsisThe luxe, must-have edition to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Rainbow Rowell''s beloved bestselling novel, featuring stained edges, exclusive bonus content, and other special effects!*A New York Times bestseller**A New York Times Book Review Notable Children''s Book of 2013*In Rainbow Rowell''s Fangirl, Cath is a Simon Snow fan. Okay, the whole world is a Simon Snow fan, but for Cath, being a fan is her lifeand she''s really good at it. She and her twin sister, Wren, ensconced themselves in the Simon Snow series when they were just kids; it''s what got them through their mother leaving.Reading. Rereading. Hanging out in Simon Snow forums, writing Simon Snow fan fiction, dressing up like the characters for every movie premiere.Cath''s sister has mostly grown away from fandom, but Cath can''t let go. She doesn''t want to. Now that they''re going to college, Wren has told Cath she doesn''t want to be roommates. C
£26.25
Square Fish Onyx Beyond
£9.00
Feiwel & Friends Onyx Beyond
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£12.40
Palgrave USA Ghosts Toast and Other Hazards
Book SynopsisSusan Tan''s writing is funny, fun, and hits straight to the heart.Christina Soontorvat, two-time Newbery Honor recipient From APALA Honor award-winning author Susan Tan, a middle-grade novel about a girl who must overcome her worries to find the truth behind her town''s urban legend. Moving to a new town is never easy, but it's even harder when you're dealing with a stepdad who just left and a mom who can't get out of bed long enough to find a new job. But Mo doesn't have time to dwell on these things.Because it's her job to keep her family together. To keep them safe.So when an elephant starts to haunt her dreamsand a mysterious spirit attacks her homeMo knows it's up to her to intervene before things get too dangerous.With her new friend, Nathaniel, she embarks on an investigation, searching for the truth about the town, its people, and their history. But things are much more complicated and tangled than she thought.
£7.59
WW Norton & Co Dumplings for Lili
Book SynopsisA heartfelt picture book celebration of food, community and familyand little dumpling treasures from around the world.
£12.59
WW Norton & Co The Mapmakers
Book SynopsisReturn to Cordelia Hatmaker’s spellbinding world of magic and millinery in this sparkling sequel to The Hatmakers.
£16.41
WW Norton & Co Link Hud Heroes by a Hair
Book SynopsisMeet Link and Hudbrothers causing chaos in the first of a new series for eight-to-12-year-olds from real-life brothers Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey
£12.34
WW Norton & Co The Super Miraculous Journey of Freddie Yates
Book SynopsisJenny Pearson’s exceptional debut delivers laugh-out-loud calamity, high-stakes adventure, and the warmth of family.
£10.14
WW Norton & Co The Hatmakers
Book SynopsisAn enchanting fantasy adventure about the importance of bravery, resourcefulness, and following your heart from a debut celebrity author.
£10.55
WW Norton & Co Playing a Dangerous Game
Book SynopsisThis whip-smart coming-of-age novel sees a group of boys embark on a madcap, high-stakes adventure of survival and friendship.
£8.95
WW Norton & Co All That It Ever Meant
Book SynopsisFamily, grief, ghosts, and a mystery: this clever and compelling young adult novel heralds a masterful new voice from Zimbabwe.
£10.57
HarperCollins Lintang and the Pirate Queen
Book SynopsisGutsy girls and strong women make up the diverse and appealing crew of a pirate ship that battles intrigue and deadly monsters in an action-filled fantasy adventure. “Combine a pirate adventure of mythic proportions, a uniquely charming cast of characters, and a vivid new fantasy world, and you get Lintang and the Pirate Queen. Magical, inventive, and positively unforgettable.” —Marissa Meyer, best-selling author of The Lunar Chronicles Lintang is an island girl who longs for daring and danger. When she meets the feared pirate Captain Shafira and her all-female crew, Lintang is determined to join them. Secrets within secrets, life-or-death battles with spectacular monsters, and hair’s breadth escapes keep readers turning the pages of a story populated by women of color who are fighters, adventurers, and leaders.
£16.14
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company The Last LastDayofSummer
Book SynopsisThe Last Last-Day-of-Summer reminds me that all children deserve to exist in magical spaces where their imaginations and familial bonds will them into heroism. Every single child should have the freedom to be one of The Legendary Alstons. And I, for one, am grateful to Giles, and this brilliant story, for that reminder. —Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Honor-winning author of Stuntboy, in the MeantimeIn the first Legendary Alston Boys mystery from Edgar Award nominee Lamar Giles, two adventurous cousins accidentally freeze time on the last day of summer, and the secrets hidden between the seconds, minutes, and hours aren''t quite the endless fun they expected!Otto and Sheed are the local sleuths in their zany Virginia town, masters of unraveling mischief using their unmatched powers of deduction. And as the summer winds down and the first day of school looms, the boys are craving just
£16.14
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company Santa Claus The Worlds Number One Toy Expert
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£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc DaddySitting
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£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Definitions of Indefinable Things
Book SynopsisReggie isn’t really a romantic: she’s been hurt too often, and doesn’t let people in as a rule. Plus, when you’re dealing with the Three Stages of Depression, it’s hard to feel warm and fuzzy.Trade Review"...Offbeat romance, sarcastic humor, and the philosophy of life come together in a flying bildungsroman that is both touching and entertaining in its exploration of the internal conflicts of the human condition. With plain but evocative prose and a pair of ceaselessly endearing protagonists, Definitions of Indefinable Things is perfect for readers of middle school age and above." –VOYA "Taylor portrays depression with complexity in this authentic, often confrontational debut..." –Publishers Weekly "An emotionally engrossing and powerful exploration of depression and healing that many teens will find meaningful." –School Library Journal "A compelling exploration of mental illness." –Kirkus —
£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Podkin OneEar
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£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ten Rules You Absolutely Must Not Break If You
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£8.99
Clarion Books The Lemonade War Three Books in One
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£18.04
HarperCollins Ghosts of Greenglass House
Book SynopsisWelcome to the irresistible world of Greenglass House, where thirteen-year-old Milo is spending the winter holidays stuck in a house full of strange guests who are not what they seem. There are fresh clues to uncover as friends old and new join in his search for a mysterious map and a famous smuggler’s lost haul. Sure to thrill both fans and newcomers, this smart, suspenseful tale offers ghosts, friendships, and a cast of unforgettable characters, all wrapped up in a cozy mystery.
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Unicorn in the Barn
Book SynopsisCalled an 'enchanting, compassionate tale' by Booklist, this tender and illustrated middle-grade fantasy about a boy and the unicorn that changes his worldview is perfect for fans of Hello, Universe and Katherine Applegate.Trade Review"Animal-lovers will adore this enchanting, compassionate tale." —Booklist "Eric's quiet, genuine, first-person voice tells a realistic story of family love and discovering one's true self, the presence of the unicorn and other magical creatures adding just a touch of whimsy to a story about very real emotions... A sensitive, moving debut." —Kirkus —
£6.99
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company I Never
Book Synopsis'A stellar debut novel that easily compares to Judy Blume's iconic Forever' (School Library Journal, starred review). Destined to be passed from teen to teen, this delicious, almost-too-good-to-be-true high school romance is perfect for fans of Morgan Matson and Katie Cotugno.
£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ten A Soccer Story
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£7.59
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company Gone Camping
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£7.99
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company The Love Letters of Abelard and Lily
Book SynopsisA YA debut called 'rich and thoughtful' by Booklist, The Love Letters of Abelard and Lily follows the budding romance of two unbelievably lovable neurodivergent teens. This funny, heartwarming story about human connection from a truly exciting talent is perfect for fans of Eleanor and Park and Marcelo in the Real World.
£9.67
Clarion Books El delito de la limonada
Book SynopsisUn favorito de Booklinks Uno de los 100 Títulos de la Biblioteca Pública de Nueva York en la sección de Lectura y Lectura para compartir “Un fascinante capítulo.”—Booklist, crítica destacada “Una novela divertida, fresca y creíble con personajes simpáticos.” —School Library Journal “Divertida… una buena lectura para pequeños capitalistas.” —USA Today Hecho: Una semana atrás, desaparecieron doscientos ocho dólares del bolsillo del pantalón corto de Evan Treski. Hecho: Evan y Jessie habían trabajado arduamente durante el verano para obtener ese dinero, preparando limonada, cargándola por todo el pueblo, de pie bajo el caluroso s
£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Catherine Called Birdy
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£7.99
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company Peepers
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£7.59
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company The One Hundredth Thing about Caroline
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£7.69
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Midnight Without a Moon
Book SynopsisWhen Till’s murderers are unjustly acquitted, Rose realizes that the South needs a change and that she should be part of the movement. Linda Jackson’s moving debut seamlessly blends a fictional portrait of an African American family and factual events from a famous trial that provoked change in race relations in the United States.Trade ReviewWashington Post 2017 KidsPost Summer Book Club selection! New York Public Library Best Books for Kids! "Jackson pulls no punches in the characters’ heated discussions and keeps dialogue raw and real..." —Bulletin "Jackson’s debut does an excellent job dramatizing the injustice that was epidemic in the pre–civil rights South and capturing the sounds and sensibilities of that time and place. Her sympathetic characters and their stories will make this thoughtful book especially good for classroom use." —Booklist "A powerful story." —Kirkus "This nuanced coming-of-age story by a debut author is deftly delivered, with engaging characters set against a richly contextualized backdrop of life for African Americans during the Jim Crow era. It’s also an authentic work of historical fiction...about a pivotal incident in the civil rights movement." —Horn Book "An unflinching and sensitively-told coming-of-age story from the perspective of a smart and thoughtful young girl in 1950s Mississippi." —SLJ “Midnight Without a Moon offers readers an unflinching bird's eye view of 1955 Mississippi. Young Rose Lee has one foot steeped in the segregated South and the other in the new world where Negroes and girls are expecting more, doing more, and willing to risk all to live lives of their own choosing. Bravo to Jackson, for a magnificent piece of writing!” —Sharon G. Flake, Coretta Scott King Award winning author of Unstoppable Octobia May and The Skin I'm In “Rose shines bright in the darkness -- brave, beautiful, and full of hard-won hope. She'll be an inspiration to every reader who meets her, as she has been to me.” –Caroline Starr Rose, author of May B and Blue Birds —
£8.89
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company Go to Sleep Little Farm
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£12.34
Clarion Books Things That Grow
Book SynopsisAfter her grandmother dies, a girl travels to different gardens to scatter her ashes, learning about life and love along the way. From Love Letters advice columnist and podcast host Meredith Goldstein, this emotionally resonant novel with a touch of humor is perfect for fans of Robin Benway and Jenna Evans Welch. When Lori’s Dorothy Parker–loving grandmother dies, Lori’s world is turned upside down. Grandma Sheryl was everything to Lori—and not just because Sheryl raised Lori when Lori’s mom got a job out of town. Now Lori’s mom is insisting on moving her away from her beloved Boston right before senior year. Desperate to stay for as long as possible, Lori insists on honoring her grandmother’s last request before she moves: to scatter Sheryl’s ashes near things that grow. Along with her uncle Seth and Chris, best friend and love-of-her-life crush, Lori sets off on a road trip to visit her gran
£17.09
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Nyas Long Walk
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£16.99
Clarion Books Prairie Lotus
Book SynopsisPrairie Lotus is a powerful, touching, multilayered novel about a girl determined to fit in and realize her dreams: getting an education, becoming a dressmaker in her father’s shop, and making at least one friend.Acclaimed, award-winning author Linda Sue Park has placed a young half-Asian girl, Hanna, in a small town in America’s heartland, in 1880. Hanna’s adjustment to her new surroundings, which primarily means negotiating the townspeople’s almost unanimous prejudice against Asians, is at the heart of the story.Narrated by Hanna, the novel has poignant moments yet sparkles with humor, introducing a captivating heroine whose wry, observant voice will resonate with readers. Includes an afterword from the author.This moving historical novel is from Newbery Medalist Linda Sue Park, whose beloved middle grade books include A Single Shard and A Long Walk to Water.
£14.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc No Peeking at Presents
Book SynopsisHoliday hijinks abound in this very merry Christmas story about three siblings who can’t resist sneaking a peek under the tree before it’s time, for fans of How to Catch Santa and 5 More Sleeps.Everyone knows there’s no peeking at presents before Christmas morning.Trade ReviewA great addition to a school library’s holiday collection. — School Library Journal
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Where the Black Flowers Bloom
Book SynopsisA gripping, richly imagined fantasy set in an alternate ancient African world in which a Black girl finds her power and saves her people from evil, by the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award-winning author of Black Panther: The Young Prince. In the land of Alkebulan, twelve-year-old Asha is an orphan, raised by Madame S, the proprietor of a traveling carnival. When Madame S is attacked by ghoulish creatures, she manages to tell Asha before she dies, “Seek the Underground Kingdom, where the black flowers bloom.”Asha doesn’t understand the mysterious words, but they launch her onto a page-turning quest to protect her people and stop an ancient evil. Along the way, she uncovers shocking secrets about the family she never knew and begins to find her place in the world as she discovers her own untapped powers.
£15.29
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company Mustache Baby Meets His Match
Book SynopsisIn this hilarious sequel to the storytime favourite and hit board book Mustache Baby, a play date goes awry when Baby Billy and his mustache come face to hairy face with Beard Baby.
£9.77
Clarion Books But Then I Came Back
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£9.49
Clarion Books Night on the Sand
Book SynopsisIn a tender tale of community and resiliency, two brothers who become refugees find hope in their bond with each other and through their connections with the people they encounter.“We were not alone,” is the refrain of this moving picture book that encourages empathy and acts of generosity while celebrating the power of human connection.A little boy looks to his big brother for guidance after a disaster levels their city. Together, the boys journey to a sheltering beach, where they are welcomed by fellow survivors.Absorbing the warmth of the new community, they begin to help others and to regain a steadying sense of hope. An author’s note includes information about how to help refugees.
£15.29
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company Ella Sarah Gets Dressed
Book SynopsisThe long-awaited paperback edition of a Caldecott Honor book that celebrates a child's unique sense of fashion and independent streak.
£8.77
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company Beach Day
Book SynopsisA colourful board book that captures the fun and excitement of a day at the beach. Sun, sea, and sand meet bright illustrations and a fun rhyming text in this delightful summer story.
£9.34
Clarion Books Mary Poppins The Collectible Picture Book
Book SynopsisThis handsome collectible picture book is sure to become a favorite of Mary Poppins fans old and new.This picture book adaptation of the original novel is full of Mary''s unique brand of whimsical adventure: There''s a tea party on the ceiling, a visit to the night zoo, and a trip to a mysterious shop that sells stars. Told in a lyrical text with fresh yet timeless art by Genevieve Godbout, this version of Mary Poppins is perfect for reading aloud.New and longtime friends of Mary, and those meeting her for the first time, will revel in this colorfully illustrated version of the story that inspired the image of the beloved nanny of page, stage, and screen.When the East Wind blows Mary Poppins over Cherry Tree Lane and into the lives of the Banks children, nothing is ever the same...
£16.19
Houghton Mifflin Briar and Rose and Jack
Book SynopsisSumptuous storytelling combines Sleeping Beauty with Jack and the Beanstalk in a magical exploration of prejudice, justice, and the meaning of true love.
£12.34
Harlequin (UK) Run Like a Girl
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£13.49
Harlequin Teen The Diminished
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£16.14
