Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy
Soho Press Inc History Is All You Left Me (Deluxe Edition)
Book SynopsisA special deluxe edition featuring an introduction by Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda; discussion questions; a new postscript from Griffin; and a letter from the author about the heartbreak that started it all.From New York Times bestselling author Adam Silvera comes an explosive examination of grief, mental illness, and the devastating consequences of refusing to let go of the past. When Griffin’s first love and ex-boyfriend, Theo, dies in a drowning accident, his universe implodes. Even though Theo had moved to California for college, Griffin never doubted Theo would come back to him when the time was right. But now, the future he’s been imagining for himself has gone far off course.To make things worse, the only person who truly understands his heartache is Theo''s new boyfriend, Jackson. But no matter how much they open up to each other, Griffin’s downward spiral continues. He’s losing himself in his obsessive compulsions and destructive choices, and the secrets he’s been keeping are tearing him apart. If Griffin is ever to rebuild his future, he must first confront his history, every last heartbreaking piece in the puzzle of his life.
£10.44
Soho Press More Happy Than Not Collectors Edition
Book SynopsisThis limited, one-time printing of the 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition of Adam Silvera's New York Times bestseller features a new hardcover design, a reversible dust jacket, full-color endpapers, and exclusive content. Exclusive content includes: A letter from author Adam Silvera, scanned pages from the novel's first draft with and written annotations, and new book club questions. “Silvera managed to leave me smiling after totally breaking my heart. Unforgettable.” —Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens AgendaIn his twisty, gritty, profoundly moving New York Times bestselling-debut--also called mandatory reading and selected as an Editors' Choice by the New York Times—Adam Silvera brings to life a charged, dangerous near-future summer in the Bronx.In the months after his father's suicide, it's been tough for sixteen-year-old Aaron Soto to find happiness again—but he's still gunning for it. With the support of his girlfriend Genevieve and his overworked mom, he's slowly remembering what that might feel like. But grief and the smile-shaped scar on his wrist prevent him from forgetting completely.When Genevieve leaves for a couple of weeks, Aaron spends all his time hanging out with this new guy, Thomas. Aaron's crew notices, and they're not exactly thrilled. But Aaron can't deny the happiness Thomas brings or how Thomas makes him feel safe from himself, despite the tensions their friendship is stirring with his girlfriend and friends. Since Aaron can't stay away from Thomas or turn off his newfound feelings for him, he considers turning to the Leteo Institute's revolutionary memory-alteration procedure to straighten himself out, even if it means forgetting who he truly is.Why does happiness have to be so hard?
£15.79
Familius LLC Monster Train
Book SynopsisAll aboard the Monster Train! Join Dracula, the Headless Horseman, Frankenstein’s monster, the Kraken, and other spooky creatures on a train ride that teaches the alphabet to your little monster. This adorable two-in-one, sturdy, die-cut board book unfolds into a 56” train (perfect for playtime or room decor!). Printed on both sides with boldly colored and hilarious monster illustrations, the book includes a handy velcro clasp to keep everything snuggly shut when reading time is over. A perfect interactive primer for teaching letters to kids, Monster Train provides that colorful, educational, and toy-like experience that makes learning fun.
£9.49
Familius LLC PuzzleTrain Monsters 26Piece Puzzle
Book Synopsis All aboard the monster train, a durable, oversize, 26-piece, 50-inch floor puzzle with all your favorite monsters from A to Z by Susanna Covelli Packaged in an adorable box with a rope handle, this sturdy puzzle is perfect for little hands. Join Dracula, the Headless Horseman, Frankenstein’s monster, the Kraken, and other spooky creatures on a train ride that teaches the alphabet to your little monster. With boldly colored and hilarious monster illustrations, Puzzletrain: Monsters provides a colorful, educational, and toylike experience that makes learning fun.
£10.09
Workman Publishing The Dark Lord Clementine
Book SynopsisThe new face of big evil is a little . . . small. Dastardly deeds aren’t exactly the first things that come to mind when one hears the name “Clementine,” but as the sole heir of the infamous Dark Lord Elithor, twelve-year-old Clementine Morcerous has been groomed since birth to be the best (worst?) Evil Overlord she can be. But everything changes the day her father is cursed by a mysterious rival. Now, Clementine must not only search for a way to break the curse, but also take on the full responsibilities of the Dark Lord. But when it’s time for her to perform dastardly deeds against the townspeople—including her brand-new friends—she begins to question her father’s code of good and evil. What if the Dark Lord Clementine doesn’t want to be a dark lord after all?Trade Review“A hilariously heartwarming magical adventure . . . Clementine [is] a remarkably three-dimensional character. Her imperfections, many failures and constant letdowns make her likable and relatable. Her ridiculous antics…will charm and delight young readers . . . The Dark Lord Clementine is infused with humor and adventure, but the foundation of the story—friendship, loyalty and compassion—never wavers. Clementine is a worthy heroine. At the start of the novel, she lives a lonely, sequestered life with her father, but as the story progresses, her world opens into a unique and beautifully absurd wonderland. This clever, inventive novel knows the value of a good-versus-evil story that is served fresh, yet familiar.” —The New York Times Book Review "Chock-full of the cheerfully macabre . . . This quirky novel stands out from the crowd in its hilarity and its compelling premise; give it to readers who like villains who aren’t, really." —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books "Horwitz has created a perfect blend of wit and heart in this fresh fantasy adventure . . . Highly recommended, this title will keep a wide variety of readers entertained with its compelling characters and witty twists on the fairy-tale universe." —School Library Journal "Horwitz primes readers to expect the unexpected—and delivers. . . .Horwitz’s ingenuity for bizarre enchantment and characterization proves boundless . . . In a wry, satisfying ending, Clementine hints at future enchantments ahead.” —Publishers Weekly “A spell-binding tale of dark lords and unicorns.”—The Newark Star-Ledger “The castle is full of sorcery and cleverly devised magical objects, and the legends about the mountains surrounding it give Horwitz’s imagined world a unique history. The story has plenty of heart and charm. Themes of trust, forgiveness, and belonging deepen this enjoyable fantasy.”—The Horn Book “The descriptions of magical beings are fittingly awe-inspiring . . . This inventive fantasy twists conventions while involving readers through good storytelling laced with irony and wit." —Booklist “After luring readers in with wordplay and tongue-in-cheek, genre-savvy humor, the plot takes an emotionally rich thematic turn, dwelling on community and forgiveness—all the while building toward a mythical, mystical arc involving the unicorn. The few action sequences are mined for utmost impact, as are the slice-of-life scenes and flashback vignettes . . . Absolutely delightful.” —Kirkus Reviews
£7.99
Workman Publishing The Oddmire, Book 2: The Unready Queen
Book SynopsisHuman-raised brothers Tinn and Cole join forces with Fable, daughter of the Queen of the Deep Dark, to stop the fighting between the people of Endsborough and the creatures of the Wild Wood before violence turns into all-out war. Human and goblin brothers Cole and Tinn are finding their way back to normal at home in Endsborough after their journey to the heart of the Oddmire. Normal, unfortunately, wants nothing to do with them. To complicate matters, their friend Fable, daughter of the Queen of the Deep Dark, is visiting them in secret—hiding herself and her magic from the people of Endsborough. But when the trio discovers that humans are destroying the Wild Wood and the lives of its creatures for their own dark purposes, Fable cannot stay quiet. As the truce between the townspeople and the inhabitants of the Wild Wood crumbles, violence escalates, threatening war and bringing Fable’s mother closer to the fulfillment of a deadly prophecy that could leave Fable a most Unready Queen. In this second book in the Oddmire series, the New York Times bestselling author of Jackaby takes readers on an adventure full of monsters, mayhem, and magic.Trade Review"The Oddmire series' memorable, inspiring characters are full of heart and, combined with the enchanting magic surrounding them, form the strong core of a burgeoning fantasy classic." —Booklist, starred review “In another brilliantly written visit to Oddmire, Ritter returns to an already magical place filled with danger and intrigue, and adds a new chapter to an outstanding series. VERDICT Those who loved book one will adore book two. A wonderful addition to the series and to young fantasy collections.” —School Library Journal, starred review "Ritter deftly executes the all-too-timely theme of racist demagoguery—and profiting from it—in a way that is realistic yet hopeful. He also leavens it with humor: Fable, particularly, is a reliable source of silliness and fart jokes . . . Captivating adventure, magical friendship, and just the right amount of goofiness." --Kirkus Reviews
£8.50
Workman Publishing The Oddmire, Book 3: Deepest, Darkest
Book SynopsisThe third adventure in the beloved fantasy series full of folklore and mayhem, from the creator of Jackaby. Brothers Cole and Tinn are determined to solve a mystery almost as old as they are: What happened to their long-missing father? Joseph Burton vanished without a trace, leaving the babies’ mother to raise them—one human, one a goblin changeling—alone. Some say Joseph abandoned his family, others that he met foul play looking for a way to get rid of the changeling imposter. Cole is determined to learn his father’s true fate, so he and Tinn set out on a dangerous quest to the deepest, most deadly limits of the Oddmire—with the help of Evie, expert on the creatures of the Wild Wood, and Fable, the indomitable half human, half fairy. Meanwhile a shudder runs through the forest. Increasingly powerful earthquakes shake the land, sinkholes form, and the spriggans, trolls, and other creatures along their path speak of an ancient evil on the rise . . . In the third book of the Oddmire series, New York Times bestselling author William Ritter takes readers on an unforgettable journey of family, fate, and a dangerous, magical forest.Trade Review'In a lovely, successful inversion of expectation, the boys and their friends bring protective adult family along on their dangerous adventure . . . Cinematic adventure and hope amid darkness, flavoured with silliness: a winner.' — Kirkus Reviews, starred review 'Ritter’s fantasy offers plenty of playful interest as a world of its own. Black-and-white spot illustrations enhance the immersive qualities of setting and action.' — Horn Book Magazine“In a lovely, successful inversion of expectation, the boys and their friends bring protective adult family along on their dangerous adventure . . . Cinematic adventure and hope amid darkness, flavored with silliness: a winner.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review “Populated by a variety of folkloric beings such as spriggans, elves, nymphs, goblins, kobbolds, and fairies, along with a few humans, Ritter’s fantasy offers plenty of playful interest as a world of its own. Black-and-white spot illustrations enhance the immersive qualities of setting and action.” —The Horn Book Magazine Praise for The Oddmire, Book 2: The Unready Queen "The Oddmire series' memorable, inspiring characters are full of heart and, combined with the enchanting magic surrounding them, form the strong core of a burgeoning fantasy classic." —Booklist, starred review “In another brilliantly written visit to Oddmire, Ritter returns to an already magical place filled with danger and intrigue, and adds a new chapter to an outstanding series. VERDICT Those who loved book one will adore book two. A wonderful addition to the series and to young fantasy collections.” —School Library Journal, starred review "Ritter deftly executes the all-too-timely theme of racist demagoguery—and profiting from it—in a way that is realistic yet hopeful. He also leavens it with humor: Fable, particularly, is a reliable source of silliness and fart jokes . . . Captivating adventure, magical friendship, and just the right amount of goofiness." --Kirkus Reviews
£8.50
Workman Publishing The Demon Sword Asperides
Book SynopsisA scheming demon sword and a wannabe knight band together on a (possibly wicked) quest in this fantasy, perfect for fans of Diana Wynne Jones and Terry Pratchett. For the past two hundred years, the demon sword Asperides has led a quiet life. While his physical form has been tasked with guarding the body of an evil sorcerer, the rest of his consciousness has taken a well-earned vacation. That constant need to trick humans into wielding him (at the price of their very souls, of course) was rather draining. Nack Furnival, on the other hand, is far from satisfied with his existence. Nack has trained since birth to be a brave and noble knight-but, unfortunately, he isn't especially good at it. Determined to prove his worth, Nack needs a quest. And to complete that quest, he'll need the one thing no knight can do without: a sword. When an attempt to resurrect the evil sorcerer throws Asperides into Nack's path, the demon sword can't help but trick the boy into making a contract to become his new owner. And with the newly undead (and very, very angry) sorcerer on their trail, Asperides and Nack find themselves swept up in a bigger adventure than either of them bargained for: saving the world.
£12.34
Algonquin Books How Do You Live?
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£9.45
Algonquin Books The Ogress and the Orphans
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£10.44
Arctis Iron Wolf
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£13.49
Entangled Publishing, LLC Court
Book SynopsisThe instant #1 New York Times Bestselling SeriesNo one survived the last battle unscathed. Flint is angry at the world, Jaxon is turning into something I don't recognize, and Hudson has put up a wall I'm not sure I'll ever break through. Now war is coming, and we're not ready. We're going to need an army to have any hope of winning. But first, there are questions about my ancestors that need answers. Answers that might just reveal who the real monster is among us.And that's saying something in a world filled with bloodthirsty vampires, immortal gargoyles, and an ancient battle between two gods.There's no guarantee that anyone will be left standing when the dust settles, but if we want to save this world, I have no choice. I'll have to embrace every part of me...even the parts I fear the most. Don't miss a single book in the series that spawned a phenomenon! The Crave series is best enjoyed in order:Crave<
£15.19
Entangled Publishing, LLC Charm
Book SynopsisThe instant #1 New York Times Bestselling SeriesGoodreads Most Anticipated YA Book of NovemberFinally find out what happened during those missing four months, as the thrilling adventure continues!He's under my skin After Katmere, I shouldn't be surprised by anything. Including the existence of a world beyond my world called the Shadow Realm. Yet here I am, stuck in a strange, dangerous place with the worst of the supernaturals, the monster that other monsters fear: Hudson Vega. He might be Jaxon's brother and ridiculously hot, but he's a complete bona fide pain in my ass.The question is whether we'll find a way out before I kill himor run out of time.She's stealing my heartIt's a truth universally knownat least according to Gracethat everything is my fault. But I have a nasty suspicion that Grace isn't as human as she thinks, and she's the one keeping us trapped. Now we'll have to wo
£15.19
Entangled Publishing To Kill a Shadow
£13.60
Tiger Tales A Happy Place
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£12.44
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers A Wilderness of Stars
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£18.99
Margaret K. McElderry Books Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor
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£14.80
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Theodora Hendrix and the Monstrous League of
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£8.64
Margaret K. McElderry Books Spell Bound
Book SynopsisAn instant New York Times bestseller! Two rival apprentice sorcerers must team up to save their teachers and protect their own magic in this “charming and engaging” (School Library Journal) young adult romantic adventure from the author of In Deeper Waters and So This Is Ever After.Edison Rooker isn’t sure what to expect when he enters the office of Antonia Hex, the powerful sorceress who runs a call center for magical emergencies. He doesn’t have much experience with hexes or curses. Heck, he doesn’t even have magic. But he does have a plan—to regain the access to the magical world he lost when his grandmother passed. Antonia is…intimidating, but she gives him a job and a new name—Rook—both of which he’s happy to accept. Now all Rook has to do is keep his Spell Binder, an illegal magical detection device, hidden from the Magical Consortium. And contend with Sun, the grumpy and annoyingly cute apprentice to Antonia’s rival colleague, Fable. But dealing with competition isn’t so bad; as Sun seems to pop up more and more, Rook minds less and less. But when the Consortium gets wind of Rook’s Spell Binder, they come for Antonia. All alone, Rook runs to the only other magical person he knows: Sun. Except Fable has also been attacked, and now Rook and Sun have no choice but to work together to get their mentors back…or face losing their magic forever.
£15.99
Simon & Schuster Something Close to Magic
Book SynopsisA baker’s apprentice reluctantly embarks on an adventure full of magic, new friendships, and a prince in distress in this “appealingly breezy” (Kirkus Reviews) and “deftly written” (School Library Journal, starred review) young adult fantasy that’s perfect for fans of Margaret Rogerson and Gail Carson Levine.It’s not all sugar and spice at Basil’s Bakery, where seventeen-year-old Aurelie is an overworked, underappreciated apprentice. Still, the job offers stability, which no-nonsense Aurelie values highly, so she keeps her head down and doesn’t dare to dream big—until a stranger walks in and hands her a set of Seeking stones. In a country where Seeking was old-fashioned even before magic went out of style, it’s a rare skill, but Aurelie has it. The stranger, who turns out to be a remarkably bothersome bounty hunter named Iliana, asks for Aurelie’s help rescuing someone from the
£11.15
Little Simon The Heidi Heckelbeck Collection #4 (Boxed Set):
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£25.19
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Once There Was
Book SynopsisA New York Times bestseller! A Morris Award Finalist Impossible Creatures meets Neil Gaiman in this ?striking and heartfelt? (Kirkus Reviews) novel about an Iranian American girl who discovers that her father was secretly a veterinarian to magical creatures?and that she must take up his mantle, despite the many dangers.Once was, once wasn?t. So began the stories Marjan?s father told her as a little girl?fables like the story of the girl who sprung a unicorn from a hunter?s snare, or the nomad boy who rescued a baby shirdal. Tales of mythical beasts that filled her with curiosity and wonder. But Marjan?s not a little girl anymore. In the wake of her father?s sudden death, she is trying to hold it all together: her schoolwork, friendships, and keeping her dad?s shoestring veterinary practice from going under. Then, one day, she receives a visitor who reveals something stunning: Marjan?s father was no ordinary veterinarian. The creatures out of the stories he told her were real?and he traveled the world to care for them. And now that he?s gone, she must take his place. Marjan steps into a secret world hidden in plain sight, where magical creatures are bought and sold, treasured and trapped. She finds friends she never knew she needed?a charming British boy who grew up with a griffon, a runaway witch seeking magic and home?while trying to hide her double life from her old friends and classmates. The deeper Marjan gets into treating these animals, the closer she comes to finding who killed her father?and to a shocking truth that will reawaken her sense of wonder and put humans and beasts in the gravest of danger.
£18.04
Atheneum Books for Young Readers A Game of Noctis
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£8.54
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Shea Ernshaw Bindup: The Wicked Deep;
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£15.20
Margaret K. McElderry Books Last Violent Call: A Foul Thing; This Foul Murder
Book SynopsisFrom #1 New York Times bestselling author Chloe Gong comes two captivating new novellas surrounding the events of Foul Lady Fortune and following a familiar cast of characters from the These Violent Delights Duet!In A Foul Thing, Roma and Juliette have established themselves as the heads of an underground weapons ring in Zhouzhuang, making a living the way they do best while remaining anonymous in their peaceful, quiet life. But when they hear about several Russian girls showing up dead in nearby towns, they decide to investigate—and ultimately discover that this mystery is much closer to home than they ever imagined. In This Foul Murder, Benedikt and Marshall have been summoned by Roma to find the elusive scientist, Lourens, and bring him to Zhouzhuang. Time is of the essence aboard the week-long Trans-Siberian Express, but when someone is murdered on board, Benedikt and Marshall convince the officer in charge not to stop the train so that they aren’t thrown off-schedule. Instead, they pretend that they are investigators and promise they can solve the murder, but as they dig deeper, they realize that the murder might having surprising ties to their own mission…
£16.99
Margaret K. McElderry Books Mysteries of Thorn Manor
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£13.18
Aladdin Paperbacks Dragons Love Underpants
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£18.04
Tiger Tales Wish Trap
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£9.31
Peachtree Publishers,U.S. The Vermilion Emporium
Book SynopsisTwo teens discover the secrets of a magical curiosity shop in a story of timeless love and deadly consequences.The heart-wrenching story of The Radium Girls meets the enchanting world of Howl?s Moving Castle. Perfect for fans of The Starless Sea and Divine Rivals!"[A] hauntingly romantic fantasy adventure."?Publishers Weekly, Starred ReviewIt was a day for finding things...On the morning Twain, a lonely boy with a knack for danger, discovers a strand of starlight on the cliffs outside of Severon, a mysterious curiosity shop appears in town. Meanwhile, Quinta, the ordinary daughter of an extraordinary circus performer, chases rumors of the shop, the Vermilion Emporium, desperate for a way to live up to her mother?s magical legacy.When Quinta meets Twain outside of the Emporium, two things happen: One, Quinta is sure she?s infatuated with this starlight boy, who uses his charm to hide his scars. Two, they enter the store and discover a book that teaches them how to weave starlight into lace.Soon, their lace catches the eye of the Casorina, the ruler of Severon. She commissions Quinta and Twain to make her a starlight dress and will reward them handsomely enough to make their dreams come true. However, they can?t sew a dress without more material, and the secret to starlight?s origins has been lost for decades. As Quinta and Twain search the Emporium for answers, though, they discover the secret might not have actually been lost?but destroyed. And likely, for good reason.A powerful and romantic adventure set in a whimsically magical world. The Vermilion Emporium shines a light into the darkest spaces. It?s about healing in a world shrouded with despair and discovering a spark of magic when you need it most.
£11.99
Quirk Books Zoomi and Zoe and the Sibling Situation
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£999.99
Insight Editions The Clockwork War
Book SynopsisTo battle a menacing evil figure, a group of children team up with amazing mechanical machines built by genius clockmaker Karl Indergarten. Best friends Karlheinz Indergarten and Leopold Croak clash in an epic, imaginary battle waged in the branches of an enormous, ancient oak tree. But when lightning strikes young Leopold, he loses his imagination, and with it, his sense of right and wrong. The damaged boy grows to adulthood, treading a sinister path of industrial conquest. And Leopold’s thirst for power soon threatens the tree, the village, and worst of all, the children within. But humble Karl discovers a gift for clockwork—the magic of gears and cogs—and assembles a mechanical army to fight back. Joined by the children themselves, Karl endeavors to save the village, the ancient oak, and maybe—just maybe—something more besides.
£13.29
Idea & Design Works My Little Pony: Spirit of the Forest
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£10.46
SparkPress Raising a Doodle: Heartwarming Stories from Dog
Book Synopsis● This Audience Is Growing: Dog ownership has skyrocketed 77.2% across high income households that earn $150,000/year in the last 10 years, with a 26% increase in the last 2 years alone. ● This Audience Is Spending More: Consumer spending on the pampering and ‘humanization’ of pets has become a lucrative trend, with the US pet market estimated to be worth over $72 billion.● Women Lead This Trend: 60% of women between 18-44 years old in the US have a dog. 68% of women would choose their dog over a significant other, and 91% would sell a prized possession to pay for her dog’s surgery.● Doodles Are Most Popular Breed: Seven of the top ten most common mixed breed dogs in the world are poodle mixes. On Instagram, #doodlesofinstagram has 3.4 million posts, while #goldendoodle has 4.5 million posts and #Labradoodle has 2.4 million posts. AUDIENCE: Women doodle (poodle-mix breed) ownersPeople thinking about raising a doodleNew doodle ownersSpouses and relatives of doodle women owners - will buy as gifts
£23.74
Sourcebooks Young Readers Knights and Bikes: Rebel Bicycle Club
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£10.74
Sourcebooks Bring Me Your Midnight
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£12.34
Lerner Publishing Group Infestation
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£10.45
Starfish Bay Publishing Pty Ltd You Are Oh So Horribly Handsome!
Book SynopsisGregor the little monster is strong, loud, and frighteningly fast, but when he worries that he might not be handsome with his rotten, crooked teeth and his stinky, cheesy feet, he decides to ask his family and friends. With the gross humour children will love, this story will delight them with its descriptive tale of an adorable little monster that discovers he is in fact much loved and horribly handsome.Trade Review"Is beauty in the eye of the beholder? Gregor, a little green monster, looks in a mirror one day, seeing his big nose and asks himself, 'Am I handsome?' Mommy seems the perfect person to answer the question. 'Of course, ' she says. 'I don't know anyone who can squint as handsomely as you.'" Kirkus Reviews"
£8.99
Starfish Bay Publishing Pty Ltd Little Monster
Book SynopsisJoin Little Monster and her animal friends for five fun adventures perfect for beginning readers.
£999.99
Penguin Random House Australia The Daredevil Princess and the Fire Dragon Book 3
£6.99
Penguin Random House Australia The Daredevil Princess and the Grumpy Giant Book 4
£6.99
ECW Press,Canada The Call Of The Rift: Flight
Book SynopsisPhilip Pullman meets Avatar in a new sword-and-sorcery fantasy series.
£13.49
ECW Press,Canada The Call Of The Rift: Flight
Book SynopsisPhilip Pullman meets Avatar in a new sword-and-sorcery fantasy series.
£13.29
Scott Hylton Merlin's Heir
£11.22
Jacana Media (Pty) Ltd Langabi: Season of Beasts
Book SynopsisThere is something I’ve never told you about our king,’ Father was saying as we walked around the palisade. We were three abreast, and I was in the middle. He looked at me. ‘Even Guduza doesn’t know about this too, Owethu, but I think this is the right time for both of you to know about it, as there is now something else happening in the kingdom which I can’t right now give you the full details of, and please don’t ask me what it is. Owethu, a young man from a family of respected ironworkers, and his father are attacked one morning by supernatural creatures, the Mihlolo. With the body of a human and the face of a hyena, they are an fearsome.In this mythical past, a missing queen and a brutal king form the stunning backstory of this first tale from the Blademakers of the Langabi series. Christopher Mlalazi has produced an African epic fantasy. Fast paced and vivid, the richly detailed people of Langabi, in love and in battle, must endure a punishing fight to survive and secure their freedom and their land. This quest is a searing tale of manipulation and monsters, which will leave you hungry for more.
£11.39
Orion Publishing Co The Dragon Heir
Book SynopsisFor centuries, wizards have avoided making war on each other for fear of waking the legendary dragon that sleeps at Raven's Ghyll. But it is a new age. The patriarch Nicodemus Snowbeard is rapidly failing. The Wizard Houses of the Red and White Rose have united against Claude D'Orsay, Master of Games and keeper of the Dragonhold, and a moment when he and and his sadistic son Devereaux seem poised to seize control of all of the magical guilds. But then everything changes ...Jason Haley has been trying to be part of the action for months: he wants to help, but no one seems prepared to let him in. Seph is monitoring the defensive walls. Jack and Ellen are training their ghost army, even his Anaweir friends are doing their bit to help. Only Jason seems to be left out - until he stumbles across a powerful talisman, called the Dragonheart, hidden away in a cave. It seems to sing to Jason, its power calling to him. Perhaps, finally, he's going to be able to help.The final battle is coming, and the magical community of Trinity is about to risk the destruction of everything they care about in order to remain free. The outcome is balanced on a knife edge, and the slightest advantage could turn the tide. If Jason can help, if the moody and mysterious Madison Moss can be persuaded to join the Weirguilds before it's too late, and if the friends who make Trinity a place worth fighting for remain true ...
£10.44
Hachette Children's Group At First Sight
Book SynopsisWhat happens when an assassin falls in love with his target? A thrilling and fast-paced love story from Jennifer Lynn Barnes, no.1 New York Times bestselling author of The Inheritance Games series.There are people in this world who are Nobody. No one sees them. No one notices them. They live their lives under the radar, forgotten as soon as you turn away. That's why they make perfect assassins.The Institute finds these people when they're young and takes them away for training. But an untrained Nobody is a threat to their organization. And threats must be eliminated. Sixteen-year-old Claire has been invisible her whole life, missed by the Institute's monitoring. But now they've ID'ed Claire and sent seventeen-year-old Nix to remove her. Yet the moment he lays eyes on her, he can't make the hit...Trade ReviewGripping, with a dramatic climax and just enough room for a sequel * Kirkus Reviews *[An] imaginative mixture of supernatural elements with action and romance * Booklist *
£10.54
Hachette Children's Group The Nine Emperors
Book SynopsisJunk has jumped through space and time to find his sister Ambeline. She has been taken to a country ruled by the nine emperors. Junk and his friends Garvan and Lasel set off to find her. On his quest, Junk will fight off lions, morph into a cyborg, discover the secret of the universe, and play with time itself. Join Junk on an adventure full of humour and heart-pounding action.
£8.50
Floris Books Thor Is Locked In My Garage!
Book SynopsisBrothers Greg and Lewis are enjoying a heatwave in the summer holidays -- until Loki, the god of mischief, buries their town, St Andrews, in a huge blizzard! Loki is determined to conquer the universe and will stop at NOTHING to get his way.Greg, Lewis and their friend Susie must make a perilous journey to Asgard, the City of the Gods, to foil Loki's evil plan.Luckily, Thor, the god of thunder, has turned up to help them. Unfortunately, he's locked in the boys' garage . . .Trade Review'Gods and monsters and Hollywood stars all come together in this hilarious, light-hearted adventure... Another unmissable, brilliant encounter with our irrepressible heroes from "The Day the World went Loki".'-- Annemarie Allan, author of Hox, Breaker and Ushig'Everything about this book is perfect for teenagers.'-- Lothian Life'This enjoyable adventure has just the right mix of humour, excitement, thrills and tension to keep children entertained.'-- Jane Hall, Carousel'Ideal for any adventure loving reader with a great sense of humour.'-- Jennifer Hambleton, School Library Association
£7.59