Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy

Book SynopsisPART STORY, PART GAME - PURE ADVENTURE! You, the hero, must searchfor the legendary Crown of Kings, hidden in the Shamutanti Hills. Alive with evil creatures, lawless wanderers and bloodthirstymonsters, the land is riddled with tricks and traps waiting for you. Will you be able to cross the hills safely - or will you perishin the attempt?

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Book Synopsis A magical adventure to delight the imagination. The curl-up-on-the-sofa snuggle of a series from a uniquely talented author. Trade Review‘A delight from first page to last’ Mail on Sunday ‘Enchanting debut’ Independent ‘Inspiring read’ Hello! Magazine ‘A lovely and enchanting read, whether you’re 9 years old or 49 years old’ The Belfast Telegraph ‘A warm tribute to the joy of stories, Tilly and the Bookwanderers is a thoroughly entertaining magical adventure which will chime with anyone who can't resist just one more chapter’ The Booktrust

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Book SynopsisWhen a move to a new house coincides with his baby sister''s illness, Michael''s world seems suddenly lonely and uncertain. Then, one Sunday afternoon, he stumbles into the old, ramshackle garage of his new home, and finds something magical. A strange creature - part owl, part angel, a being who needs Michael''s help if he is to survive. With his new friend Mina, Michael nourishes Skellig back to health, while his baby sister languishes in the hospital. But Skellig is far more than he at first appears, and as he helps Michael breathe life into his tiny sister, Michael''s world changes forever . . .Skellig won the Carnegie Medal and the Whitbread Children''s Book Award and is now a major Sky1 feature film, starring Tim Roth and John Simm. David Almond is also winner of the 2010 Hans Christian Andersen award.Trade ReviewLyrical, innovative and unforgettably moving. * Sunday Express (Cressida Cowell) *Lyrical, innovative and moving...unforgettably moving -- Cressida Cowell * Sunday Express *The book I wish I'd written is Skellig by David Almond. Almond's book has a great sense of the mysterious; we are left with a sense of wonder. I wish that I had written it! -- Joseph Delaney * Books For Keeps *This modern classic has been reissued in a beautiful 15th anniversary edition -- Lorna Bradbury * The Sunday Telegraph *An exquisitely crafted book with a mystical core * The Daily Telegraph *The sort of children's book that makes adults find excuses to read more of them * Times Educational Supplement *Hard to put down -- Liz Lightfoot * The Daily Telegraph *Refusing to read this book on the grounds that you are not a child makes as much sense as refusing to read crime fiction because you are not a criminal. A deep and lovely book. -- Nick Hornby * The Times *An exquisite book * The Sunday Telegraph *Brings Magical Realism to working-class Northeast England * i (The Independent) *A story full of heart and magic and big confusing emotions, elegantly told by a master craftsman. A perfect piece of art -- Lucy Christopher * Big Issue (london) *Touched with a visionary intensity, this strange, hugely readable and life-affirming tale exercises every muscle of the imagination * The Guardian *Humorous, heart-stopping and haunting...an emotional roller-coaster of a read with a cliff-hanger of a conclusion. Inspired and inspiring. * Newcastle Journal *A visionary story...a lyrical, magical kind of book which can be read on many different levels * The Daily Mail *Voted Carnegie Medal's Number one Top Book of the past 70 years * The Times *I can't eat a chinese takeaway without thinking about this strange and beautiful book about an angel who seems to have lost his way. -- Gill Harvey * The Big Issue *A bookshelf essential. * The Guardian *Deservedly popular * The Observer *Powerful and moving * Guardian.co.uk *A beautiful story which will enchant young and old alike * Western Morning News *A modern classicListed as on the of the 100 Best Children's Books Ever (Novels) * The Daily Telegraph *One of those books that you can't put down -- Junior Reviewer Conor Neison, aged 12 * Evening Echo (Cork) *. . . gripping, beautiful and brilliantly written . . . Everyone is raving about this unforgettable book. * The Sunday Times *Touched with a visionary intensity, this strange, hugely readable and life-affirming tale exercises every muscle of the imagination. * The Guardian *A stunning debut . . . An extraordinary book. * The Sunday Telegraph *the most lyrical children's author now writing * The Guardian *'Truly original, mysterious and affecting . . . Almond treads with delicate certainty, and the result is something genuine and true' * Philip Pullman, The Guardian *'Tremendously innovative, highly original and very moving.' * Melvin Burgess *'it's a wonderfully original and beautifully written story and, oddest of all for a children's book, it manages to address the unlikely theme of spirituality with beguiling delicacy.' * The Irish Times *'His characters are proper, complex portraits of children that don't succumb to the gender clichés prevalent in children's fiction.' * The Irish Times *'A deep and lovely book' * The Times *'A bookshelf essential.' * The Guardian *A beautifully told modern fairytale. * Observer *

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Book Synopsis‘Fantastically funny and epically exciting! Kitty Quest is a ridiculous thrill from start to finish!’ – Jamie Smart, creator of the Bunny vs. Monkey series ‘So funny! Phil Corbett is a genius!’ – Rob Biddulph, author of Draw With Rob   Dog Man meets the Lord of the Rings in this laugh-out-loud graphic novel debut about two aspiring adventurers who face off against startling ghosts, rampaging monsters and bumbling wizards! This is the perfect new read for fans of Captain Underpants, Dog Man and The Simpsons!Woolfrik and Perigold are two down-on-their-luck cats in need of some extra cash, so they've decided to become professional monster slayers – except they don't know the first thing about it! So when a huge beast starts rampaging through the town, they are put to the ultimate tesTrade Review‘So funny! Phil Corbett is a genius!’ -- Rob BiddulphFun, fast-paced and hilarious. Kitty Quest is a must-read – especially if you love a good cat-pun! -- Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia FangFantastically funny and epically exciting! Kitty Quest is a ridiculous thrill from start to finish! -- Jamie Smart, creator of the Bunny vs Monkey seriesan absolutely charming story that had me chuckling the whole way through. I couldn't put it down! -- Matt Braly, creator of Disney's AmphibiaA hilarious, magical and downright silly story about some paws-itively delightful heroes! Kitty Quest is the purr-fect tale for any reader! -- Brett Bean, creator of the Zoo Patrol Squad seriesFearless feline heroes! Marauding monsters! Bewitched burritos! With bonkers artwork and snappy storytelling, Kitty Quest has everything young adventurers could ever want! -- Aaron Blecha, co-creator of Dinomighty!Corbett’s graphic-novel debut, a series opener, will entertain fans of Dog Man and Zita the Spacegirl. Bright cartoon panels full of slapstick and sarcasm (with a soupçon of gross) zip across the pages like stills from the best Saturday-morning cartoons . . . An adventure in giggles for feline fantasy aficionados. * Kirkus Reviews *The book’s cover is sure to entice graphic novel fans, and the funny, fast-paced tale within will not disappoint. The humor, bold colors, and easy-to-follow panels will delight readers [. . .] Fans of Dav Pilkey and Lincoln Peirce’s Max and the Midknights will clamor for this series starter. * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisSee the Grishaverse come to life on screen with the Netflix series, Shadow and Bone -- Season 2 premiering March 16, 2023! Trace the roots of Grisha power and discover this deliciously atmospheric, fully-illustrated collection of Grishaverse fairy tales filled with betrayals, revenge, sacrifice and love.Inspired by myth, fairy tale and folklore, THE LANGUAGE OF THORNS will transport you to both lands familiar and strange that millions have visited through the novels of the Grishaverse.Love speaks in flowers. Truth requires thorns.Travel to a world of dark bargains struck by moonlight, of haunted towns and hungry woods, of talking beasts and gingerbread golems, where a young mermaid's voice can summon deadly storms and where a river might do a lovestruck boy's bidding but only for a terrible price.Inspired by myth, fairy tale, and folklore, no. 1 New York Times-bestselling author Leigh Bardugo has crafted a deliciously atmospheric collection of short stories filled with betrayals, revenge, sacrifice, and love.Perfect for new readers and dedicated fans of the Grishverse.This collection of six stories includes three brand-new tales, all of them beautifully illustrated with art by Sara Kiplin that changes with each turn of the page, culminating in six stunning full-spread illustrations as rich in detail as the stories themselves.Trade Review'Lushly designed and wonderfully rendered ... Bardugo doesn't twist familiar tales so much as rip them open' * Booklist, starred review *Gorgeously otherworldly...Any lover of retellings or original fairy tales will enjoy * Kirkus Reviews *'Every story is superb, Leigh Bardugo has an honest, vibrant voice that's capable of unfolding her imaginings with true skill. Sara Kiplin's beautiful illustrations grow in complexity . . . making this a sumptuous feast for the mind and eyes' * SFX Magazine *It's like THE HUNGER GAMES meets POTTER meets TWILIGHT meets LORD OF THE RINGS meets GAME OF THRONES; basically epic magical fantasy but completely for grown-ups * Stylist on the SHADOW AND BONE trilogy *Bardugo outdoes herself with this book, creating the gorgeously built backdrop of Ketterdam and populating it with a sophisticated cast of rogues and criminals. SIX OF CROWS is a twisty and elegantly crafted masterpiece that thrilled me from beginning to end * Holly Black on SIX OF CROWS *Cracking page-turner with a multi-ethnic band of misfits with differing sexual orientations who satisfyingly, believably jell into a family. * Kirkus on SIX OF CROWS *A delicious blend of masterfully executed elements... Bardugo outdoes herself in this exhilarating follow-up, and series fans will have their eyes glued to every page. * Booklist on CROOKED KINGDOM *

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Book SynopsisUp there with Skandar and Impossible Creatures. An absolute triumph! Mel Taylor-BessentFrom the internationally bestselling author of Wonderscape and The Uncommoners, comes a spectacular new fantasy series for 9+ set in a world of magical creatures, ancient meteorites and secret organizations, irresistible to fans of Pokémon, Skandar and the Unicorn Thief and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.FEEL THE MAGIC. CONJURE THE IMPOSSIBLE.When her dad is kidnapped by a woman with a giant hamstoceros, Bitsy and best friend Kosh are swept into a secret world of ancient meteorites and strange beasts called magicores, each conjured using a different emotion. Using a powerful bestiary called Magicalia, the friends must quickly become conjurors themselves, before following a trail of clues that will take them from London to India to Paris, in a race to rescue Bitsy's dad from a mysterious vi

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Book SynopsisAn electric new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Hotel Magnifique, which was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's book prize. Seven years ago, Maeve Abenthy lost everything when her father unleashed a terrible, world-destroying magic. Desperate to escape the stain of his crimes, she lives under a fake name, never staying in one place long enough to risk discovery. That is until she receives a mysterious letter, containing four impossible words: Your father was innocent. To uncover the truth, she must pose as an apprentice for the illustrious Otherwhere Post. Here, she'll be trained in the art of scriptomancy - the dangerous magic that allows couriers to deliver letters between worlds. But there are some who would prefer the past to stay buried... A dark presence watches Maeve from the shadows, hindering her investigation at every turn. What's more, her infuriatingly handsome mentor knows she's lying about something and time is running out to win him over. It soon becomes clear that to uncover the past, Maeve may have to forfeit her future - or worse, her heart. PRAISE FOR THE OTHERWHERE POST 'An epic dark fantasy tale of love, justice, the delicate magic of finding connection, and the complex art of scribing' Kirkus Reviews, starred review 'This unputdownable adventure is highly recommended for all collections and perfect for fans of V. E. Schwab's 'Shades of Magic' series' School Library Journal, starred review 'From its brilliant magic to the torturous slow burn romance, The Otherwhere Post mesmerizes from cover to cover' Lyssa Mia Smith, author of Revelle

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Book SynopsisGet ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. When Rachel and Kirsty meet on the ferry to Rainspell Island they have no idea the incredible magical adventures in store for them!'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.comRead all seven fairy adventures in the Rainbow Fairies set! Ruby the Red Fairy; Amber the Orange Fairy; Saffron the Yellow Fairy; Fern the Green Fairy; Sky the Blue Fairy; Izzy the Indigo Fairy and Heather the Violet FairyIf you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

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

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Book Synopsis'The Little White Horse was my favourite childhood book. I absolutely adored it. It had a cracking plot. It was scary and romantic in parts and had a feisty heroine.' - JK Rowling - The Bookseller In 1842, thirteen-year-old orphan Maria Merryweather travels to her family's ancestral home, Moonacre Manor, to live with her uncle Sir Benjamin. She immediately feels right at home with her kind and funny uncle and meets a wonderful set of new friends — but she quickly learns that beneath all this beauty and comfort, a past feud haunts Moonacre Manor and it’s her destiny to right the wrongs of her ancestors and restore the peace to Moonacre Valley. A beautifully written fantasy story filled with magic, a Moon Princess, and a mysterious white horse. Little White Horse and the delightful heroine, Maria Merryweather, are sure to be loved by all children.

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Book SynopsisEmma Carroll''s books have sold over half a million copies! The future has a lot to learn from the past in this time-travelling adventure that explores the before and after of global warming.On one side of the underwater street is the remains of a house . . . It''s beautiful here, and eerie, a lost kingdom, a ghost village . . .It's the near-future and Britain is having yet another heatwave. Of course, the government have put in the normal curfews for this kind of weather, and shops are forced to shut again. For Polly, it's the sort of heat that makes her do wild, out-of-character things just to cool down.Like face her fear of deepwater. Essential when she and her brother have been sent to their aunt's eco lake-side house for the summer.But Truthwater Lake is beginning to dry up. As the water level diminishes, a lost village emerges. Swimming over the rooftops at midnight, Polly dives down and is suddenly able to breathe, to hear church bells and bird song . . . Polly has discovered an underwater gateway . . . to the past!Absolutely gorgeous.' Hilary McKayGripping.' Guardian, Best Books of 2022Spellbinding.' School Reading ListGorgeously told.' Nicola Penfold, LoveReading Book of the MonthExhilarating.' FT

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Book SynopsisPrima Ballerina Darcey Bussell takes you on a captivating journey to a faraway land of ballet and magic, the wonderful world of Enchantia! The first of a sparkly new series for all young girls who dream of being a ballerina, or simply love to danceDelphie's greatest dream is to become a ballerina, and she can''t quite believe it when she is invited to join the new ballet school. But there''s more to Madame Zarakova''s than it at first seems and with the help of some very special ballet shoes, Delphie finds herself spinning into a whole new worldTrade Review“Don’t be surprised if your child asks for a magical pair of red ballet shoes.” Telegraph Magazine “Delightful.” You Magazine (Mail on Sunday) “A delight for any young reader who sees herself as a budding ballerina.” MumKnowsBest.co.uk

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThey seem to grow in wisdom and delight every time I read them... a perfect marriage of word and picture. -- Philip PullmanIt's not just Tove Jansson's wonderfully strange fairytale world that so appeals but also her beautiful line work and exquisite sense of design. -- Lauren ChildBeautiful words. Anarchic illustrations. Tove Jansson is a genius. -- Jenny Downham

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Book SynopsisA fast-paced fantasy adventure for readers of all ages by Brandon Sanderson, bestselling author of the Mistborn series and the Stormlight Archives.Here, in a school for the magically gifted, your talent could cost you your life . . .Joel is fascinated by the magic of Rithmatics, but few have the gift and he is not one of them. Undaunted, he persuades Professor Fitch to teach him magical theory. Joel can't infuse his protective lines and circles with power, or bring his chalk-drawn creatures to life, but he's quick to master the underlying geometric principles. His unique skills will soon face an extraordinary test when top Rithmatist students are kidnapped from his Academy.Since he's not a magic user, Joel appears to be safe – but he's desperate to investigate and prove himself. Then people start dying, but can Joel really stop a killer alone? As even more students disappear, he realizes he'll need the help of Rithmatist appreTrade ReviewThe Rithmatist contains some very good surprises on the way to a pleasingly nifty conclusion -- Patrick NessThere are very few authors about whom I can say, without a doubt, that I will read every single book they ever write. Brandon Sanderson is a member of that club. He's brilliant and has an imagination I've only seen in the likes of Stephen King and J.K. Rowling -- James Dashner, author of The Maze RunnerBrimming with wit, mystery, and enough ideas to make ten other books jealous, The Rithmatist is boldly entertaining and wildly original ... the slam-bang finish made me stand up and cheer * Dan Wells *Feisty characters, and a complex plot likely to unwind over several volumes, this high-spirited, exciting story will appeal to readers of all ages * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *Fantasy readers should devour this well-crafted mix of action and setup, enriched by thoroughly detailed cultural and historical background and capped by a distinctly unsettling twist * Kirkus Reviews (starred review) *The story is compelling and the main characters of Joel and Melody are ones that we can relate to-- even their wishes, desires, hopes, and dreams ring true . . . I believe that it would be of interest to readers of all ages * SFRevu.com *It's utterly engrossing. Because it's a Sanderson book, I feel like it almost doesn't even bear mentioning any more that there's an inventive new magic system with well-defined rules * The FantasyBookCritic blog *The Rithmatist is an imaginative, action-packed SFF adventure - entertaining, fun, and with oodles of future potential. In other words: get your chalk out, folks, because this is another good one from Brandon Sanderson . . . I absolutely cannot wait to return to Joel and Melody's world, and absolutely recommend this book * TheBookSmugglers.com *The Rithmatist has easily become one of my all-time favourite young adult fantasy books and is a wonderful addition to anyone's summer reading list ... I couldn't help but find myself attached to the characters and their struggles to find confidence and worth in themselves. As much as it is a story about magic, monsters, and chalk lines, it is a story about growing up and learning that everyone has something they can do, something they can give to others * TeenReads.com *The Rithmatist is a captivating, winning story with likable characters, an interesting and original magic system, and an ending that opens up rather than closes down * FantasyLiterature.com *A must-read for teens and adults alike. Full of mystery, suspense, intrigue - The Rithmatist is impossible to put down and refreshingly unpredictable. I'm not sure what I enjoyed more - the vivid characters, the clever story, or the rich fantasy world. Together these make for a solid and impressive novel that I wholeheartedly recommend * SciFiChick.com *

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Book SynopsisSee the Grishaverse come to life on screen with Shadow and Bone, now a Netflix original series.Read from the beginning with this deluxe hardback collector's edition of the first novel in the worldwide-bestselling Shadow and Bone Trilogy by Leigh Bardugo! This edition features: *Brand-new artwork**Intricate foil iconography from the world of the book**Beautiful endpapers**Sprayed edges* Soldier. Summoner. Saint. Orphaned and expendable, Alina Starkov is a soldier who knows she may not survive her first trek across the Shadow Fold-a swath of unnatural darkness crawling with monsters. But when her regiment is attacked, Alina unleashes dormant magic not even she knew she possessed. Now Alina will enter a lavish world of royalty and intrigue as she trains with the Grisha, her country's magical military elite-and falls under the spell of their notorious leader, the Darkling. He believes Alina can summon a force capable of destroying the Shadow Fold and reuniting their war-ravaged country, but only if she can master her untamed gift. As the threat to the kingdom mounts and Alina unlocks the secrets of her past, she will make a dangerous discovery that could threaten all she loves and the very future of a nation. Welcome to Ravka . . . a world of science and superstition where nothing is what it seems. Read all the books in the Grishaverse! The Shadow and Bone Trilogy (previously published as The Grisha Trilogy) Shadow and Bone Siege and Storm Ruin and Rising The Six of Crows Duology Six of Crows Crooked Kingdom The King of Scars Duology King of ScarsRule of WolvesThe Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous MagicThe Severed Moon: A Year-Long Journal of MagicThe Lives of Saints Praise for the Grishaverse "A master of fantasy." -The Huffington Post "Utterly, extremely bewitching." -The Guardian "The best magic universe since Harry Potter." -Bustle "This is what fantasy is for." -The New York Times Book Review "[A] world that feels real enough to have its own passport stamp." -NPR "The darker it gets for the good guys, the better." -Entertainment Weekly "Sultry, sweeping and picturesque. . . . Impossible to put down." -USA Today "There's a level of emotional and historical sophistication within Bardugo's original epic fantasy that sets it apart." -Vanity Fair "Unlike anything I've ever read." -Veronica Roth, bestselling author of Divergent "Bardugo crafts a first-rate adventure, a poignant romance, and an intriguing mystery!" -Rick Riordan, bestselling author of the Percy Jackson series

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Book SynopsisThe 9th instalment in the hugely successful Villains Tales series, based on Disney's most infamous pirate, Captain Hook, tells the story of young James Bartholomew, the Lost Boy who never was.

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Book SynopsisRoald Dahl's much-loved Matilda, now in a stunning large paperback format with Quentin Blake's original illustrations in full colour. Matilda Wormwood's father thinks she's a little scab. Matilda's mother spends all afternoon playing bingo. And Matilda's headmistress Miss Trunchbull? Well, she's the worst of all. She is a big bully, who thinks all her pupils are rotten and locks them in the dreaded Chokey. As for Matilda, she's an extraordinary little girl with a magical mind - and now she's had enough. So all these grown-ups had better watch out, because Matilda is going to teach them a lesson they'll never forget.Matilda is also a phenomenally successful, award-winning London stage musical, adapted for the stage by Dennis Kelly with music by Tim Minchin. 'A true genius . . . Roald Dahl is my hero' - David WalliamsListen to MATILDA and other Roald Dahl audiobooks read by some very famous voices, including Kate Winslet, David Walliams and Steven F

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Book SynopsisThe hilarious exploits of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third - the smallish Viking with a longish name. Can he become the Hero everyone expects him to be? Read the bestselling series that inspired the hit DreamWorks film How to Train Your Dragon.Trade ReviewAnother enchanting series of adventures about Hiccup * Daily Express *Another enchanting series of adventures about Hiccup * Daily Express *Told with Cowell's familiar narrative drive, humour and inventive, emphatic language * School Librarian *Told with Cowell's familiar narrative drive, humour and inventive, emphatic language * School Librarian *These are glorious stories in every way * The Times *These are glorious stories in every way * The Times *Lots of illustrations and a playfulness with language that will draw in even the most reluctant reader * The Daily Telegraph *Lots of illustrations and a playfulness with language that will draw in even the most reluctant reader * The Daily Telegraph *Not only funny, well written and thrilling, but also wise about what we owe those who love us * The Times *Not only funny, well written and thrilling, but also wise about what we owe those who love us * The Times *These are glorious stories in every way * The Times *These are glorious stories in every way * The Times *'If light amusement is required, Cressida Cowell's How to Break a Dragon's Heart delivers all it promises. There are lots of illustrations and a playfulness with language that will draw in even the most reluctant reader.' * Daily Telegraph *'Cressida Cowell's splendid series about the nerdy Viking Hiccup and his tiny dragon Toothless remain perennial favourites, and the latest, How to Break a Dragon's Heart is not only funny, well written and thrilling, but also wise about what we owe those who love us.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *'If you haven't discovered Hiccup yet, you're missing out on one of the greatest inventions of modern children's literature.' * Julia Eccleshare, Guardian children's editor *'... full of charm ... imaginative and bursting with inventive, off-the-wall humour, making them great stories to be read aloud.' * Waterstones Books Quarterly *'Ahead of the film of the same title due to be released next March, this is a special edition of the first book in the uproarious series about Viking Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III. Highly original, and full of useful tips for dragon-owners everywhere.' * Woman's Weekly *'With consistently funny stories told in inventive language - including the opportunity to extend your knowledge of Dragonese - these books always entertain.' * Waterstone's Books Quarterly *'another triumph from the creative pen of Cressida Cowell.' * Writeaway.org *'... inspired series ... its enchantment lies primarily in the comical, affectionate and often irritable relationship between Hiccup (the only nerd in the violent Viking Hooligan tribe) and his runty little dragon Toothless.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *PRAISE FOR HICCUP:'Fiercely exciting and laugh-aloud funny, it is as full of joy for children of 7+ who have given up reading as for those who love it.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *Irresistably funny, exciting and endearing * Amanda Craig, The Times *CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK: This book is great fun and has a Blackadderish sense of humour ... full of the sort of jokes that will make schoolboys snigger. * Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times *How to Train Your Dragon is a delightful narrative caper... It offers a challenging read to 11-year-olds, and rewards reading aloud, especially for those who relish an element of theatre at story time. * Sunday Herald, Glasgow *... raucous and slapstick ... liberally illustrated with [Cressida Cowell's] riotous drawings, notes and maps. * The Financial Times *[Cressida Cowell] puts a contemporary spin on the old brains over brawn moral and brings the story to a climax with a thrilling dragon duel. Lots for lots of different readers to enjoy. * Books for Keeps *'a hilarious and gripping adventure, beautifully paced and studded with great dramatic scenes.' * Amanda Craig, Times *Bulging with good jokes, funny drawings and dramatic scenes, it is absolutely wonderful. * Independent on Sunday *'Cowell writes laugh-out-loud books with plenty of boy appeal Cowells anarchic drawings suit the slapstick humour.' * The Herald *'If light amusement is required, Cressida Cowell's How to Break a Dragon's Heart delivers all it promises. There are lots of illustrations and a playfulness with language that will draw in even the most reluctant reader.' * Daily Telegraph *'is not only funny, well written and thrilling, but also wise about what we owe those who love us.' * The Times *'Ahead of the film of the same title due to be released next March, this is a special edition of the first book in the uproarious series about Viking Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III. Highly original, and full of useful tips for dragon-owners everywhere.' * Woman's Weekly *

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Book SynopsisLian Hearn studied modern languages at Oxford University and worked as a film critic and arts editor in London before settling in Australia. A lifelong interest in Japan led to the study of the Japanese language, many trips to Japan and culminated in the writing of the Tales of the Otori series.Hearn is also the author of a two-volume prequel series to the Tales of the Otori', The Tale of Shikanoko', consisting of Emperor of the Eight Islands and Lord of the Darkwood.

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Book SynopsisEnter the Grishaverse with the Shadow & Bone bestselling trilogy and international Netflix sensation by no. 1 New York Times bestselling author, Leigh Bardugo. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Laini Taylor."This is what fantasy is for." The New York Times Book ReviewAll three books in Leigh Bardugo''s New York Times-bestselling Shadow and Bone Trilogy are available together in a beautiful paperback set.Soldier. Summoner. Saint. Follow Alina Starkov through Shadow and Bone, Siege and Storm, and Ruin and Rising as she discovers her dormant powers and is swept up in a world of luxury and illusion. As Alina struggles to fit into her new life, a threat to the kingdom of Ravka grows. One that will test old alliances and challenge the very limits of magic, one that will forge a leader from a frightened girl.Read all the books in the Grishaverse!The Shadow and Bone TrilogyShadow and BoneSiege and StormRuin and RisingThe Six of Crows DuologySix of CrowsCrooked KingdomThe King of Scars DuologyKing of ScarsRule of WolvesDemon in the Wood (a Darkling prequel story)The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous MagicThe Lives of SaintsPraise for the Grishaverse"A master of fantasy." -The Huffington Post"Utterly, extremely bewitching." -The Guardian"The best magic universe since Harry Potter." -Bustle"This is what fantasy is for." -The New York Times Book Review"[A] world that feels real enough to have its own passport stamp." -NPR"The darker it gets for the good guys, the better." -Entertainment Weekly"Sultry, sweeping and picturesque. . . . Impossible to put down." -USA Today"There''s a level of emotional and historical sophistication within Bardugo''s original epic fantasy that sets it apart." -Vanity Fair"Unlike anything I''ve ever read." -Veronica Roth, bestselling author of Divergent"Bardugo crafts a first-rate adventure, a poignant romance, and an intriguing mystery!" -Rick Riordan, bestselling author of the Percy Jackson series"a masterclass in worldbuilding filled to the brim with twists, turns, romance and marvellously addictive characters" -The London Evening Standard

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Book SynopsisWhen your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed! Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Phoebe and Shimmer are having a brilliant time at Unicorn Academy. They're always on the lookout for excitement and adventure! On a school trip to the coast, a freak weather event puts everyone in danger. Shimmer's magic might be able to save them - but they'll have to think fast and be very brave!With a glittery cover and beautifully illustrated throughout by Lucy Truman, Unicorn Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure.Have you read the other Unicorn Academy stories?Sophia and RainbowScarlett and BlazeAva and StarIsabel and CloudLayla and DancerOlivia and SnowflakeRosa and CrystalAriana and WhisperMatilda and PearlFreya and HoneyViolet and TwinkleIsla and ButtercupLily and Feather

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Book SynopsisAmil has always dreamed of working at the modern, space-age pesticide plant in Bhopal, India, where he lives. Instead, on his tenth birthday, he is torn from his family and taken to work for Mr Kumar and his cruel son, Jalesh, in their dilapidated printing factory. There, hidden in a trunk, he finds a secret First World War journal. As its pages come to life, they reveal not only why Amil is there, but that he and the journal's author his great-grandfather, Sanjiv - share a magical gift: they can read the wind. Its purpose remains a mystery until, one terrible night, the pesticide plant leaks poison gas into the air above Bhopal . . . 1 from every copy sold will be donated to the Bhopal Medical Appeal

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Book SynopsisPrincess Minna loves to sort out mix-ups and mishaps in the kingdom! In this full-colour illustrated chapter book, join her on her hilarious quest to escape the Wicked Wood!Princess Minna lives in Castle Tall-Towers with the King and Queen, Raymond the Wizard and her best dragon friend, Lorenzo. There are often mix-ups and mishaps in the kingdom and Princess Minna loves to sort them out!She can tame unicorns, kiss frogs and fight dragons (apart from Lorenzo) and she is very good at fixing things before it's time for bed.In The Wicked Wood, the King and Queen have DISAPPEARED! The townsfolk saw them and Lorenzo the dragon disappearing into the Wicked Wood and they haven't come back... One by one, Minna's friends set off to find them. But they don't come back either! So Minna takes a deep breath and heads into the middle of the Wicked Wood, where she finds everyone eating the gingerbread walls of the house of the Wicked Witch! Quick - everyone must get home before nightfall! But how can they fly home when Lorenzo has eaten so much gingerbread that he can't get off the ground...Full of colourful illustrations, these short, funny stories are perfect for readers just moving on from picture books and visual readers.

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Book SynopsisLoved by millions of readers worldwide, let the greatest children's book series of all time take you on an unforgettable journey. The hope and wonder of Harry Potter's world will make you want to escape to Hogwarts again and again. This magical hardback box set is perfect for gifting!Harry Potter has never even heard of Hogwarts when letters start dropping on the doormat at number four, Privet Drive. Addressed in green ink on yellowish parchment with a purple seal, they are swiftly confiscated by his grisly aunt and uncle. Then, on Harry's eleventh birthday, a great beetle-eyed giant of a man called Rubeus Hagrid bursts in with some astonishing news Harry Potter is a wizard, and he has a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The magic starts here This box set contains all seven novels to whisk you away to Hogwarts and beyond; from the comforting cosiness of The Burrow to the thrills of a rain-streaked Quidditch pitch. Follow Harry and his frien

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Book SynopsisThe highly anticipated, thrilling conclusion to Kazu Kibuishi's #1 New York Times bestselling series!

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Book SynopsisSee the Grishaverse come to life on screen with the Netflix series, Shadow and Bone -- Season 2 premiering March 16, 2023! As seen in the show, bring home a piece of the Grishaverse with this artefact from the world, complete with stunning full-colour illustrations. Dive into the epic world of international bestselling author Leigh Bardugo with this beautifully illustrated replica of The Lives of Saints, the Istorii Sankt'ya, featuring tales of saints drawn from the beloved novels and beyond. Out of the pages of the Shadow and Bone trilogy, from the hands of Alina Starkov to yours, the Istorii Sankt'ya is a magical keepsake from the Grishaverse. These tales include miracles and martyrdoms from familiar saints like Sankta Lizabeta of the Roses and Sankt Ilya in Chains, to the strange and obscure stories of Sankta Ursula, Sankta Maradi, and the Starless Saint. This beautiful collection includes stunning full-colour illustrations of each story. Read all the books in the Grishaverse! The Shadow and Bone Trilogy Shadow and Bone Siege and Storm Ruin and Rising The Six of Crows Duology Six of Crows Crooked Kingdom The King of Scars Duology King of ScarsRule of Wolves The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic The Severed Moon: A Year-Long Journal of Magic Praise for the Grishaverse "A master of fantasy." -The Huffington Post "Utterly, extremely bewitching." -The Guardian "The best magic universe since Harry Potter." -Bustle "This is what fantasy is for." -The New York Times Book Review "[A] world that feels real enough to have its own passport stamp." -NPR "The darker it gets for the good guys, the better." -Entertainment Weekly "Sultry, sweeping and picturesque. . . . Impossible to put down." -USA Today "There's a level of emotional and historical sophistication within Bardugo's original epic fantasy that sets it apart." -Vanity Fair "Unlike anything I've ever read." -Veronica Roth, bestselling author of Divergent "Bardugo crafts a first-rate adventure, a poignant romance, and an intriguing mystery!" -Rick Riordan, bestselling author of the Percy Jackson series

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Book SynopsisTurn the page . . . share the adventure in the latest top-ten family fairytale from bestselling author, actor and comedian, Ben Miller. *BRAND NEW ADVENTURE ROBIN HOOD AGED 10 3/4 AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER NOW*  Lana and Harrison are staying with their grandparents, when they discover their favourite tree to play in is under threat. That night, a magical golden thread leads them up through the hollow of the tree into a storybook land, where wind and rain rage and a fearsome beast terrifies all who live there.   When Harrison is kidnapped by the evil Queen, Lana must do whatever it takes to find him, save the villagers and restore the balance of the storybook world, before the night is out.   A breathtaking journey through magical worlds for all the family, featuring Lana and Harrison, the adventure-loving siblings from the bestselling The Day I Fell into a Fairytale, f

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Book SynopsisAdapted by the author from his award-winning debut novel, and staged at the National Theatre, directed by Trevor Nunn and performed by an all-star cast in 2002.Trade ReviewLyrical, innovative and unforgettably moving. * Sunday Express (Cressida Cowell) *Lyrical, innovative and moving...unforgettably moving -- Cressida Cowell * Sunday Express *The book I wish I'd written is Skellig by David Almond. Almond's book has a great sense of the mysterious; we are left with a sense of wonder. I wish that I had written it! -- Joseph Delaney * Books For Keeps *This modern classic has been reissued in a beautiful 15th anniversary edition -- Lorna Bradbury * The Sunday Telegraph *An exquisitely crafted book with a mystical core * The Daily Telegraph *The sort of children's book that makes adults find excuses to read more of them * Times Educational Supplement *Hard to put down -- Liz Lightfoot * The Daily Telegraph *Refusing to read this book on the grounds that you are not a child makes as much sense as refusing to read crime fiction because you are not a criminal. A deep and lovely book. -- Nick Hornby * The Times *An exquisite book * The Sunday Telegraph *Brings Magical Realism to working-class Northeast England * i (The Independent) *A story full of heart and magic and big confusing emotions, elegantly told by a master craftsman. A perfect piece of art -- Lucy Christopher * Big Issue (london) *Touched with a visionary intensity, this strange, hugely readable and life-affirming tale exercises every muscle of the imagination * The Guardian *Humorous, heart-stopping and haunting...an emotional roller-coaster of a read with a cliff-hanger of a conclusion. Inspired and inspiring. * Newcastle Journal *A visionary story...a lyrical, magical kind of book which can be read on many different levels * The Daily Mail *Voted Carnegie Medal's Number one Top Book of the past 70 years * The Times *I can't eat a chinese takeaway without thinking about this strange and beautiful book about an angel who seems to have lost his way. -- Gill Harvey * The Big Issue *A bookshelf essential. * The Guardian *Deservedly popular * The Observer *Powerful and moving * Guardian.co.uk *A beautiful story which will enchant young and old alike * Western Morning News *A modern classicListed as on the of the 100 Best Children's Books Ever (Novels) * The Daily Telegraph *One of those books that you can't put down -- Junior Reviewer Conor Neison, aged 12 * Evening Echo (Cork) *Acclaim for SKELLIG (the story):'Tremendously innovative, highly original and very moving. David Almond is a fascinating new voice.' * MELVIN BURGESS *This is a story which burns bright from first to last, and for long after the last is over. * MICHAEL MORPURGO *Touched with a visionary intensity, this strange, hugely readable and life-affirming tale exercises every muscle of the imagination. * THE GUARDIAN *Tense and involving ... something not to miss. * THE INDEPENDENT *Gripping, beautiful and brilliantly written ... everyone is raving about this unforgettable book. * THE SUNDAY TIMES *A stunning debut ... an extraordinary book. * THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH *Acclaim for WILD GIRL, WILD BOY:'Touching, beautifully focused.' * THE STAGE *

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Book SynopsisElin's family have an important responsibility: caring for the fearsome water serpents that form the core of their kingdom's army. So when some of the beasts mysteriously die, Elin's mother is sentenced to death as punishment. With her last breath she manages to send her daughter to safety. Alone, far from home, Elin soon discovers that she can talk to both the terrifying water serpents and the majestic flying beasts that guard her queen. This skill gives her great powers, but it also involves her in deadly plots that could cost her life. Can she save herself and prevent her beloved beasts from being used as tools of war? Or must she face the terrible battles to come?

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Book SynopsisIf you haven''t met a Moomin yet, you''re missing the most magical fun . . .It''s a long, lazy midsummer afternoon in Moominvalley and the whole family are relaxing outdoors. But suddenly Moominpappa''s precious notebook and fountain pen vanish, and the garden starts to feel unseasonably cold. Can Moomintroll and his friends follow the clues and solve this curious mystery?

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Book SynopsisMaurice Sendak was born in Brooklyn, New York. He began by illustrating other authors' books for children, but the first book that he both wrote and illustrated was Kenny's Window, published in 1956. In his lifetime, he illustrated over 80 books, and received many awards, including the 1964 Caldecott Medal for Where the Wild Things Are. In 1970 he was the first American to win the Hans Christian Andersen Illustrator's Medal. He passed away in May 2012.

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Book SynopsisMovie available from June 12th only on Disney+ Artemis Fowl: The Eternity Code is the third book in the unbelievably brilliant Artemis Fowl series by Eoin Colfer. CAN ARTEMIS FOWL LEAVE HIS CRIMINAL PAST BEHIND?Not quite. At least, not yet. He''s got one last job, and then he''s going to be good.But the job goes horribly wrong. So wrong in fact that now a nasty, ruthless billionaire has stolen Artemis''s latest invention - a powerful super-computer that could put the entire fairy world at risk.Holly Short is going to be furious.Artemis must retrieve the stolen technology. He needs help. He needs the fairies. He''s got some apologising to do . . .''Grips like an electromagnet until the last word'' - Independent''Engagingly vivid, exciting and witty'' - The Telegraph''Fast, funny and very exciting'' - Daily Mail ***Artemis Fowl was winner of the WHSmith Children''s Book of the Year Award and Children''s Book of the Year at the Children''s Book Awards. Shortlisted for the Whitbread Children''s Book of the Year Award.***Trade ReviewIt grips like an electromagnet until the last word * The Independent *Readers will burn the midnight oil to the finish * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisFeaturing wonderful new illustrations from Peter Bailey, this intriguing and exciting tale of chance and misfortune by multi award-winning Philip Pullman, is perfect for readers young and old.I was a Rat! Roger insists, and insists . . . In fact, when Bob the cobbler and his washerwoman wife, Joan, find the young boy abandoned on their doorstep, these are the only words he says. And he does have ratty behaviour, it''s true.Staying with Bob and Joan, however, Roger learns quickly to behave more like a human child. They try to find his parents, but the orphanage, police and hospital all have nothing on their records about a lost boy in the city. What is the truth? As more and more people find out about Roger the mysterious rat-boy he faces more and more danger. But sometimes help comes from the most unexpected of places . . .Trade Review[A] perfectly shaped story . . . a fairy tale, an adventure, a parody and certainly a book that shines * Literacy and Learning *Fairy tale, satire, slapstick humour and suspenseful melodrama . . . a glorious tale * Guardian *A comic genius of children's fiction * The Times *

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Book SynopsisThe complete collection of the classic Borrowers stories by Mary Norton.Arietty Clock isn''t your typical little girl. Although she is little. Very little, in fact. She''s a Borrower. She lives with her family in a large house that isn''t technically theirs- it belongs to the ''human beans''. Arietty and her father, Pod, spend their days borrowing the human beans'' possessions- her father is very good at borrowing. He can scale curtains using a hatpin and bring back a doll''s teacup without breaking it! The Borrowers are very happy with their life and borrowing ways. Until Arietty makes friends with a boy. A human bean boy. And from that moment, danger is never far away.Can they avoid the great disaster of ''being seen''?In this complete collection, you can join Arietty on all of her adventures! The Borrowers Afield: The Clock family escape to the fields where their cousins live, but it''s a long and dangerous journey. At last they find a new home and adapt to country life.The Borrowers Afloat: Homeless again, Arrietty looks forward to a life away from the dark country cottage, to one full of sunshine.The Borrowers Aloft: The family are now living in the model village of Little Fordham - a complete village tailored to their size. All they have to do is avoid being seen by the visitors, but one night the owner of a rival village comes with a cardboard box ready to catch them . . .The Borrowers Avenged: Pod, Homily and Arrietty have managed to escape with the help of Spiller. They move into the old rectory where they live happily until the Potters come looking for them. After a horrifying encounter in the church, the Potters get their just desserts and the Borrowers can live peacefully once and for all. Poor Stainless: Young Stainless, a Borrower boy, goes missing on a mission to borrow some parsley and an enormous search ensues.Trade ReviewBeautifully written, poetic and almost always alarming, the Borrowers books have something very mysterious, sad and exciting about them * Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisJoin best friends Rachel and Kirsty on four magical adventures with the Friendship Fairies!This bumper story collection contains Esther the Kindness Fairy, Mary the Sharing Fairy, Mimi the Laughter Fairy and Clare the Caring Fairy. The girls must help the fairies find their magical objects before friendships everywhere are ruined. Can Rachel and Kirsty work together to show how powerful true friendship can be?Rainbow Magic is the perfect stepping stone for children to become independent readers. With black and white illustrations, short chapters and lots of books to collect, these books are really accessible for children aged 5+.''These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!'' ReadingZone.comDo YOU have a Rainbow Magic fairy? Find a fairy with your name at orchardseriesbooks.co.uk/rainbow-magic and collect all the books in the range.

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Book Synopsis*Winner of the 2023 Wainwright Prize for Children's Writing on Nature & Conservation!*'A captivating tale that glistens with wonder. Leila and Fox will always have a home in my heart' Sophie Anderson'This is an extraordinary book - wild and beautiful and perfect' Katya BalenCome with an Arctic fox on a breathtaking journey ... an enthralling story from the bestselling, award-winning creators of Julia and the Shark. With dazzling blue and black illustrations, this is a perfect gift for 9+ fans of The Last Bear and A Wolf Called Wander.Fox wakes, and begins to walk. She crosses ice and snow, over mountains and across frozen oceans, encountering bears and birds beneath the endless daylight of an Arctic summer, navigating a world that is vast, wild and wondrous. Meanwhile, Leila embarks on a journey of her own - finding her way to the mother who left her. On a breathtaking journey across the sea, Leila rediscovers herself and the mother she thought she'd lost, with help from a determined little fox.Based on the true story of an Arctic fox who walked from Norway to Canada in seventy-six days, a distance of two thousand miles, this compelling, emotional and beautifully illustrated story is the perfect gift for 9+ readers.Praise for Julia and the Shark:'A tale of courage, understanding and compassion' The Observer'Julia and the Shark is deep, beautiful and true. The art shines and the writing soars. A classic from cover to cover' Eoin Colfer'A truly beautiful book, with text and illustrations in perfect harmony. A book to treasure!' Jacqueline WilsonTrade ReviewBeautiful and moving, LEILA AND THE BLUE FOX delicately explores themes of migration, freedom and belonging, through a captivating tale that glistens with wonder. Leila and Fox will always have a home in my heart * Sophie Anderson *This is an extraordinary book - wild and beautiful and perfect. The mess and tangle of humanity is so brilliantly contrasted with the wild spirit of nature * Katya Balen *Leila and the Blue Fox really is a thing of beauty both inside and out * A.F. Steadman, author of SKANDAR *Powerful and moving * Countryfile Magazine *

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Book SynopsisFirst published by Macmillan in 1903 the Little Folks' editions of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass were charming miniature versions of Lewis Carroll's two classic Wonderland tales, specially abridged for younger readers. This new edition brings the two titles together for the first time in a beautiful gift book reproduced from rare archive copies of the original books, with over sixty original full colour illustrations by Sir John Tenniel.This unique little book retains all the charm of the historic originals. With luxurious red cloth binding, gold blocking and gold sprayed edges, it is the perfect celebration of the 150th anniversary of Through the Looking-glass; a wonderful gift for fans of every age, an introduction to Alice and Wonderland for younger children, and a must-have for every collector's bookshelf.

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Book Synopsis“Nothing short of a triumph.” Rick Riordan, bestselling author of the Percy Jackson seriesThe Sunday Times Children’s Book of the WeekFrom the superstar author of The Hate U Give comes a thrilling fantasy for readers aged 9+.It’s not easy being Remarkable in a world where standing out is dangerous...Nic Blake is a Manifestor. All she wants is to learn the Gift, so she can be as powerful as her dad ... until she discovers a shocking secret. Now she must find a powerful magical weapon, or risk losing him for ever.Book 1 of Nic Blake and the RemarkablesPraise for THE MANIFESTOR PROPHECY"Angie Thomas is such a phenomenal talent, and this truly is fantasy at its very best – a magnificent, exhilarating adventure in a richly imagined world. I loved it!" Sophie Anderson"Packed with humour and bursting with heart and imagination.” B.B. Alston, New York Times bestselling author of Amari and the Night Brothers“Angie Thomas at her best! A hugely entertaining and powerful adventure. I loved it!” Abi Elphinstone"A tantalizing first instalment in what is sure to be a blockbuster series.” Soman Chainani, New York Times bestselling author of The School for Good and Evil series“Exploding with heart, humour, and all things Black Girl Magic.” Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Marvellers“Populated with ghosts, vampires, and wand-wavers with a strong resemblance to the gun lobby, this accessible fantasy gives familiar elements a new context and is written with heart.” The Sunday Times Children’s Book of the Week“This wonderful fantasy adventure is told in Nic’s voice as she finds the power in herself.” The Week JuniorPraise for Angie ThomasNo. 1 New York Times Bestselling author Winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Award Winner of Children's Book of the Year at The British Book Awards Winner of the Amnesty CILIP Honour for the Carnegie Medal "No one else writes like Angie. Phenomenal.” The Guardian "Thomas has given a voice to her generation." Stylist"Unflinching yet accessible." Dazed"Witty, generous and real." Entertainment Weekly"Stunning, brilliant, gut-wrenching." John Green"Paints a deeply emotional and intricate picture of race and class." Variety“Undeniably wondrous.” Woman’s WayTrade ReviewThomas’s first foray into middle-grade fiction is pacy, imaginative and layered with Black history, ideal for fans of Amari and the Night Brothers. -- Imogen Russell Williams * Guardian *Populated with ghosts, vampires, and wand-wavers with a strong resemblance to the gun lobby, this accessible fantasy gives familiar elements a new context and is written with heart. -- Nicolette Jones * Sunday Times *A thrilling magical world. -- Alex O'Connell * Times *Witty and fun. * The Sun *Publishing sensation Angie Thomas proved she could animate contemporary themes for younger readers as well. -- Kitty Empire * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisFrom number one bestselling author Matt Haig comes a hilarious and heartwarming story, brilliantly illustrated throughout by Chris Mould'Wherever she is, whatever the day,She only has one kind of thing to say.Just as cats go miaow and cows go moo,The Truth Pixie can only say things that are true.'A very funny and lovable tale of how one special pixie learned to love herself. The Truth Pixie is an enchanting, rhyming story that will delight younger readers - with words by the bestselling mastermind Matt Haig and pictures by the inky genius Chris Mould.Trade ReviewThe uplifting tale of a young girl cheered by a cheeky sprite who is unable to lie, The Truth Pixie is short and very sweet * * Guardian * *Reasons to Stay Alive for seven-year-olds * * Huffington Post * *A self-help book for children . . . Warm, inspiring and full of good sense * * Daily Express * *A funny and beautifully illustrated tale with a heartfelt message about life's ups and downs * * Sunday Express * *The perfect package of happiness -- OLIVIA COLMANA sweet rhyming introduction to how to combat bad moods and depression and learn to love yourself * * The Times * *Just perfect. [A] short, rhyming tale for younger readers * * Evening Times * *A self-help book (of sorts) for children who are struggling . . . The Truth Pixie is a short rhyming story about accepting yourself and understanding the bad things that happen don't define you forever * * Huffington Post * *PRAISE FOR MATT HAIG AND CHRIS MOULD Absolutely brilliant -- CBBCAmazing * * Blue Peter * *

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Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE KPMG CHILDREN''S BOOKS IRELAND BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024A dazzling debut. Magic-realism blends with Japanese myth and legend in an original story about grief, memory, time and an earthquake that shook a nation.There''s a catfish under the islands of Japan and when it rolls the land rises and falls.Sora hates the catfish whose rolling caused an earthquake so powerful it cracked time itself. It destroyed her home and took her mother. Now Sora and her scientist father live close to the zones the wild and abandoned places where time runs faster or slower than normal. Sora is sensitive to the shifts, and her father recruits her help in exploring these liminal spaces.But it''s dangerous there and as she strays further inside in search of her mother, she finds that time distorts, memories fracture and shadows, a glimmer of things not entirely human, linger. After Sora''s father goes missing, she has no choice but to venture i

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Book SynopsisMermazing action-packed underwater adventures for young readers. Beautifully illustrated throughout and with a glittery cover! From the authors and illustrator of the bestselling Unicorn Academy series.Hidden deep beneath the waves is Mermaid Academy, a magical school where mermaids are paired with their very own dolphin and must discover their unique mermaid magic, with plenty of adventure along the way!Maya loves studying at Mermaid Academy. She just wishes her playful dolphin, Rainbow, would take school seriously too. But when they get lost on a school trip and Maya can't magic a Bubble Tunnel home, things get very serious indeed! Can their friends find them before a sea monster does?Mermaid Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure.Look out for more titles! Isla and Bubble, Cora and Sparkle and Amber and Flash.

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