Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy

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Book SynopsisWhen a tragic accident takes the life of 17-year-old Raven Roth s foster mum and Raven s memory she moves to New Orleans to recover and finish her senior year of high school. Starting over isn t easy. Raven remembers everyday stuff like how to solve math equations and make pasta, but she can t remember her favourite song or who she was before the accident. And when impossible things start happening, Raven begins to think it might even be better not to know who she was before. But as she grows closer to her new friends, her foster sister, Max, and Tommy Torres, a guy who accepts her for who she is now, Raven has to decide if she s ready to face what s buried in the past and the darkness building inside her. From #1 New York Times bestselling author Kami Garcia and first-time graphic novel artist Gabriel Picolo comes this riveting tale of finding the strength to face who you are and learning to trust others and yourself.Trade Review"Kami Garcia shows off her stellar storytelling skills in this fantastic first installment of Teen Titans. Once you start reading Teen Titans: Raven, you won’t want to stop.” —Stephanie Garber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Caraval series“As someone who spends half her life inside Rachel’s head…it was impressive to see her so effortlessly come to life on the page! If you love Raven, this is a must-read!” —Teagan Croft, actress portraying Raven in the DC Universe series Titans “Kami Garcia's Raven shows us that family bonds are made by more than blood, and that the ties of sisterhood are more powerful than the scariest demon. It's the heart of this awesome kickass “girl power" superhero book that keeps you reading and rereading and desperate for the next installment.” —Ellen Oh, author of The Prophecy series, and Cofounder and President of We Need Diverse Books “I continue to be inspired by Kami Garcia’s authenticity and keen ability to create raw and empowering stories full of strength, truth, and love.” — Jennifer Niven, New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places and Holding Up the Universe “With Teen Titans: Raven, writer Kami Garcia and artist Gabriel Picolo have created a new and different look for Raven, yet she still shares the DNA of the mystical heroine created in 1980 by me and artist co-creator, George Pérez. Explore and enjoy!” —Marv Wolfman, co-creator of Raven "A fast-paced adventure that weaves mystery, romance, and girl power. Kami Garcia’s Raven is perfect for die-hard Teen Titans fans, but will definitely pick up new fans along the way.” —Zoraida Córdova, award-winning author of The Brooklyn Brujas series"Garcia’s ambitious origin story of a Teen Titan is funny and unequivocally feminist. Picolo’s gorgeous illustrations are dynamic and nuanced. Lovers of superheroes will appreciate this complex origin story." —School Library Journal"Well-paced and thrilling; readers will fly high with Raven's tale." —Kirkus Reviews"Picolo’s spare, effective use of color and slightly edgy art helps situate the story in a supernaturally tinged world of high-school drama. …Garcia’s exploration of the connection between memory and identity offers a promising entrée to the Teen Titans series." —Publishers Weekly"Kami Garcia has taken an iconic Teen Titans character and turned her into a beautiful warrior. Garcia has brought wonderful depth to this Teen Titans powerhouse." —Annie Carl, The Neverending Bookshop

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Book Synopsis"One of the swimmers plunged underwater with a flick of his long, dolphin-like tail. The other followed, sending an arc of spray shooting upwards, tail slapping against the choppy waves."In the quiet Scottish seaside village of Dunlyre, Finn is enduring a winter holiday with his annoying new stepmother, wishing things could go back to how they were, while Sage is enjoying her new home, wishing things would stay as they are. Finn has seen mysterious swimmers in the Firth late at night. Then, from the clifftop, first Sage, then Finn, hears an eerie song. Could the local legend of merfolk living amid the waves actually be true? When the new friends meet the magical sea-people, they are amazed and impressed, but the merfolk are hiding a secret. The two human children must put aside their own problems and help in the battle against the young merfolk's ancient underwater enemy before the last of their kind are lost forever.From the author of the much-loved Guardians of the Wild Unicorns, Secrets of the Last Merfolk is an exciting fantasy adventure that reimagines the mythical sea-people as powerful, proud and fearless.Trade Review'The author has a talent for describing magical creatures with a realism that renders them integral to the Scottish landscape... Secrets of the Last Merfolk is exciting and action packed, and one of our favourite reads of the year.'-- Roaring Reads'Another fantastic fast-paced middle grade novel... Lindsay Littleson delves right into the heart of loyalty between two friends determined to succeed and her writing draws you in as you join Sage and Finn on what can only be described as an epic journey. With a superb nod to climate change, carbon footprints and the pros and cons to industrial planning also on the agenda, this thought-provoking tale of humans and merfolk reveals how their co-existence can make the world a better place.'-- My Book Corner

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Book SynopsisA watching face in a market crowd, a mist-shrouded figure on the moor, a haunting presence seen only when he wants to be seen. Sezuan has the Serpent Gift. With the eerie music of his flute, he can weave a web of lies and illusion to trap the keenest mind. He is also Dina's father, and he has come to claim her. Dina's family set family set off in desperate flight, trying to escape Sezuan's snare. But soon, with nowhere else to turn, Dina must learn to see through her father's deceit and use her own gift against him.Trade Review"The series as a whole is in good standing alongside Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy and C. S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia." — Booklist, starred review"The term 'page-turner' is often used, but not always justified. It is deserved here, tenfold. I really, really couldn't put the book down." — School Librarian"The most original new fiction of this kind ... thrilling and thoughtful." — The Times"Spiced with likable characters and an intriguing new magical ability - eagerly awaiting volume two." —Kirkus"This novel stands on its own and offers a satisfying conclusion even as it provides an intriguing setting and mythology for future adventures." — Publishers Weekly"An absorbing and fast-paced fantasy/mystery bursting with action and intrigue. The only question is: when will the next one come out?" — Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

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Book SynopsisWhen Marinka, Podgy Plum and Timid Thomas set sail with the Little Captain on board his brave ship the Neversink, a world of adventures awaits. Their incredible journey will take them across stormy seas and scorching sand dunes, through palaces and sailors' inns, past giants, dragons and polar bears. Along the way there will be danger and excitement, ghost ships and buried treasure, pancakes galore, and at the end of it all: friendship. Packed with thrills, laughter and magic, this beautifully illustrated classic seafaring tale has enchanted generations of children.Trade Review'Paul Biegel has a grain of real gold in his imagination... [A] curiously thrilling narrative' - Naomi Lewis'The language fizzes and sparkles and is packed with jokes, rhymes and words that don't yet exist' - De Groene Amsterdammer'The Little Captain helps every child some of the way through the sea of life en route to the island of 'Evertaller'. Fantastic' - Jeugdboekengids

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Book SynopsisA NEW TRANSLATION BY MICHAEL MORPURGO, AUTHOR OF WAR HORSEIf a little fellow comes along, if he laughs, if he has golden hair, and if he never answers questions, then you will know who he is.He is the Little Prince, the mysterious, innocent and beautiful boy who appears to a pilot stranded in the desert and makes an extraordinary request. He has journeyed to our planet from his home among the stars, encountering all sorts of peculiar grown-ups along the way, and a fox who teaches him to see the important things in life. But the Prince has left behind a flower growing on his star, a rose which is his treasure and his burden, and before long he must return to it.Master storyteller Michael Morpurgo, author of War Horse, has translated what is for him 'one of the greatest stories ever written' so that more English readers might discover the joy of reading this enchanting fable. The Little Prince is a story for everyone, for children and grown-up children, for kings, geographers and lamp-lighters, even for the very serious and the very wise.Trade ReviewThe pilot who wrote the story of The Little Prince died long ago, but the fictional pilot, who told the story, is as alive today as he was decades ago, along with his Prince, the fox, the rose, the snake and the laughing stars, ringing bells that fill the clear nights with voices of the heart. In my mind’s eye, the stars only become more brilliant, their music more clear. They are signalling that they are here to stay, not just for French readers, but for readers all around the world – for the readers who have the eyes to see, the ears to listen and the courage to imagine—Azar NafisiOf all the books written in French over the past century, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s “Le Petit Prince” is surely the best loved in the most tongues—New YorkerThe Little Prince will shine upon children with a sidewise gleam. It will strike them in some place that is not the mind and glow there until the time comes for them to comprehend it—P.L. Travers, author of 'Mary Poppins'The Little Prince may have emerged in New York from a French writer, but its appeal – appropriately enough for a book about imagined planets – is universal. Even 70 years after the author's disappearance, adults and children around the world continue to feel a strong connection to his distinctive illustrations and the book's bittersweet philosophy of growing up—Daily TelegraphHere is a sweetly and simply told tale of a little boy from a very little asteroid, so big with meaning that even important people will find wisdom in it; so simply told that even critics and college professors ought to understand its beauty and meaning; a thin little book filled with rich substance; something easy to read and remember and hard to forget—Los Angeles Times

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Book SynopsisMalorie Blackman retells 'Bluebeard'. A Fairy Tale Revolution is here to remix and revive our favourite stories. These twists on familiar tales make the perfect Christmas gift.'Please don't even try to get down to the basement. Just leave it alone - okay? Otherwise you'll ruin things for both of us...'Nia has met the man she wants to marry. Marcus is kind, clever and handsome, with a beard so dark it is nearly blue-black. Nia demands a single promise from him - that Marcus will never enter her study in the basement, her private space. But when Marcus's curiosity begins to mount Nia feels more and more uneasy. Will he betray her? Can he accept that no means no? Can a woman ever have a room of her own?Trade ReviewAs macabre as the original... the same dark, sinister atmosphere overshadows the old, murderous story -- Eithne Farry * Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisIn the tradition of great storytellers, from Dickens to Dahl, comes an exquisitely dark comedy that is both literary and irreverent, hilarious and deftly crafted. Never before has a tale of three likeable and unfortunate children been quite so enchanting, or quite so uproariously unhappy. Are you made fainthearted by death?

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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.Evie and Sunshine are on a quest to find a treasure hidden in the grounds of Unicorn Academy. They're a great team, even if they are both a little accident-prone!But their accidents are getting stranger. Things are even starting to explode! Is someone trying to stop them from finding the treasure? Or could these explosions be linked to Sunshine's magic?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.Check out the other titles in this series: Sophia and Rainbow, Ava and Star, Aisha and Silver, Lyra and Misty and many more!

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Book SynopsisFaced with dangerous plots and hidden enemies, can Lia and Xania learn to rely on each other, as they discover that all is not fair in love and treason?

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Book SynopsisMagic was dormant – never dead To some, Emri – the adopted heir and daughter of two queens – is a living reminder that her birth father tried to usurp the Edaran throne. But as she grapples with a diplomatic visit from her estranged cousin, Melisande, the two girls are attacked by a magical force and spirited away. They must put their differences aside when Emri comes face to face with a goddess she’s always considered a myth: Lady Winter. Trapped deep within a mountain temple alongside other young royals, they face a race against time to complete Lady Winter’s trials … or die. Sequel to 2020's exciting YA debut - Queen of Coin and WhispersTrade Review‘I’ve had the best few days reading DAUGHTER OF WINTER AND TWILIGHT by Helen Corcoran (@glittersandglows). This is a standalone sequel to QUEEN OF COIN AND WHISPERS, which I absolutely loved and is, in my opinion, criminally underrated. In the first book, we saw idealistic Queen Aurelia fall in love with her vengeful spymaster, Xania. Now they are the married Queens of Edar and parents to Emri, their adopted heir, whose birthfather once tried to usurp Lia. This duology is such a treat for fans of high fantasy – a feast of courtly intrigue, intricate politics, family drama, and interconnected religions. It‘s also very careful and compassionate in its depiction of trauma. I loved learning more about the gods that watch over this world, especially the four that are linked to the seasons. The lore and history is so well-drawn. If you loved Sabran and Ead, I suspect you’ll also love Xania and Lia. It was wonderful to see them again in this sequel.’ -- Samantha Shannon, author of The Priory of the Orange TreeThis duology is such a treat for fans of high fantasy – a feast of courtly intrigue, intricate politics, family drama, and interconnected religions ... The lore and history is so well-drawn. -- Samantha Shannon, author of The Priory of the Orange Treea book for everyone who’s ever had to figure out how to mend a broken heart, face their past, or walk into an uncertain future. In short, it’s a book for all of us. Tender and heartwarming, Emri and her gods aren’t to be missed … a more than worthy follow up -- Nebula & Hugo Award Finalist C.L. Clarka 5-star read for me. I was utterly absorbed in the delicious political intrigue and machinations of the ruling classes. The plot was gripping and held me in suspense trying to guess what would happen next ... a solid fantasy with plenty of banter, queer rep, and a fast-paced plot. A standalone sequel to Queen of Coin and Whispers -- @ScorpioBkDreams[Corcoran] almost seamlessly eaves several different narratives and characters into a complex yet cohesive story that is an absolute page turner -- Inis Magazinea brilliant adventure quest, with witty, crackling dialogue, complex protagonists, horrifyingly real godmonsters, and a real moral dilemma at its heart. The writing in this book is so assured, the action feels so effortless, that I galloped through these pages and couldn't wait to pick it up again when I was forced to put it down -- @bookaneer808Helen Corcoran weaves a much darker story of courtly intrigue with queer representation -- The Echohighly enjoyable companion novel to Queen of Coin and Whispers … from the beginning we’re immersed in courtly intrigue … fab writing of family and friendship -- Mary WatsonAuthors often speak of the “second- slump”: the challenge of producing another novel once one has arrived on the shelves (and somehow, thoughtlessly, not magically fixed everything in that writer’s life). It is true that second novels do sometimes end up simply replicating what a writer imagines made the first one work - but it is also true that writers sometimes knock it out of the park with a second book, firmly establishing themselves as a force to be reckoned with. This is what fantasy author Helen Corcoran has done with Daughter of Winter and Twilight … an elegant, gripping tale that is both sequel to her first book and something completely different … The thoughtful characterisation of Emri, and of the other young royals the goddess has forced to accompany her on a dangerous quest, is one of the great strengths of this novel. Corcoran’s care with exploring the impact of trauma in fantastical worlds, particularly the harm those trusted with protecting young people can inflict, is reminiscent of Kristin Cashore’s work. Superb -- Claire Hennessy, Irish TimesHelen Corcoran’s fantasy novel Queen of Coin and Whispers was well reviewed in Books for Keeps and the sequel is highly recommended too … Corcoran manages to portray the two cousins as recognisable teenagers even as she constructs the strange, often terrifying magical world that is their prison, and succeeds in bringing her different narratives together so that we know them as girls, princesses, and victims of others’ ambition and careless cruelty … the story more than holds our attention throughout, its world of courtly intrigue, vengeful gods and burgeoning friendships immersive. The courts’ relaxed attitudes to queer relationships will be another recommendation for readers. The final pages set the scene for further episodes in this distinctive, original fantasy series … a gripping story of courtly intrigue and vengeful gods … highly recommended -- Books for Keepsbeautiful prose, with achingly beautiful atmosphere and characters … a worthy successor to Queen of Coin and Whispers and I'm happy to recommend and give 5/5 stars -- BuddhaBookBlogI love this story even more than the last … Complex, incredibly intriguing, seeping with dangers at every turn, exceptionally well-written…it is simply magnificent … Characters, storytelling and magic that you will not soon forget -- Fallen Star StoriesI was completely gripped … Helen has a unique writing talent, covering issues for young adults and LGBTQ in a book for everyone who’s ever had to figure out how to mend a broken heart, face their past, or walk into an uncertain future -- The Munster Bookshelf, Munster ExpressJust when I thought I couldn't love Queen of Coin and Whispers more, Corcoran blew me away with Daughter of Winter and Twilight … This is an incredible novel that reminded me of books like Twin Crowns by Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber and The Bone Season series by Samantha Shannon … It is a book that will stay with me for a long time and I highly recommend it -- Paper Lanternscompelling … a novel about families and power, secrets and dealing with the consequences of the previous generation’s choices … a vivid, entertaining fantasy coming-of-age. I really enjoyed it. More, please? -- Liz Bourke, Locus MagazineThis standalone sequel to Corcoran’s Queen of Coin and Whispers features Emri, daughter of the two queens of Edar and heir to the throne. When her cousin, Melisande visits and the girls are attacked and spirited away, they must put their differences aside to survive. Corcoran has created a richly imagined, immersive world which will thrill any fan of high fantasy -- Irish Independent, Sarah Webbthis story continues the political intrigue of the original and adds a touch of spooky magic to create a terrific adventure with wicked traps and a memorably creepy setting. Perfect for fans and newcomers alike -- Children's Books Ireland’s Annual Reading Guide 2023Once more Helen Corcoran has woven a tale so compulsive that 561 pages it is almost impossible to put down, almost impossible to think of doing anything other than simply reading it from start to finish even if that means staying up long beyond bedtimes! What makes this story so special, such compulsive reading? Put simply it is magical. It has fantasy, myth, magic, love, friendship, power and so much more in the mix that we just want to, have to keep reading -- Armadillo MagazineA standalone sequel to Queen of Coin and Whispers, Daughter of Winter and Twilight is a gripping read full of banter for fantasy lovers beginning to read Young Adult books -- Donegal Live

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Book SynopsisEver since she fell into the Source of all magic, Tourmaline seems to have developed strange new powers that are causing chaos. She can't work out how to control them and it's exhausting hiding them from everyone (except her best friends George and Mai). Then Tourmaline receives a mysterious postcard, promising her solutions and sending her on quests to amazing places. But who has sent Tourmaline the card? And will the adventure be worth the price for answers?The second book in a fun, feminist fantasy adventure series, with a protagonist that flies off the page and into readers' imaginations. Perfect for fans of Katherine Rundell, Vashti Hardy and Abi Elphinstone.PRAISE FOR TOURMALINE AND THE ISLAND OF ELSEWHERE:This unforgettable adventure will bring you to places beyond your wildest imagination Sinéad O'Hart, author of THE TIME TIDER This is such an exciting, magical adventure, written with wit and warmth and a wonderfully bold and bo

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Book SynopsisDo you believe in magic?Lottie and her friends do! And when they meet the Star Animals, a whole world of adventure unfolds.The Star Friends are determined to help stop the unlikeable Mr Patterson from destroying the clifftop habitat to build two massive mansions. The residents of Westcombe have even formed a committee to help save the wildlife, but just as their plans get underway, everyone becomes suspicious of each other, and no one can agree on anything.The girls think Mr Patterson is using dark forces to distract the town, but can they use their magic to discover the truth before they begin to suspect each other?Perfect for fans of MY SECRET UNICORN and THE RESCUE PRINCESSES, and for RAINBOW MAGIC readers looking to move on to a more challenging adventure.

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Book SynopsisThird in a witty and irreverent adventure series set in Jane Austen times - with magic!With only days to go before her sister Angeline's long-delayed wedding to Frederick Carlyle, the impetuous Kat Stephenson has resigned herself to good behaviour. But Kat's initiation into the magical Order of the Guardians is fast approaching, and trouble seems to follow her everywhere. Kat must contend with the wretched Mrs Carlyle's attempts to humiliate her sister, the arrival of the mysterious Marquise de Valmont, who bears a suspicious resemblance to Kat's late mother, and Frederick's bewitching cousin Jane, who has Charles Stephenson tripping over his feet. But when a menacing boy with powerful magic starts hunting Kat, a dastardly villain tries to kill Angeline, and the Guardians face a magical robbery that could spell the end of their Order, propriety becomes the least of Kat's concerns. Can Kat save her sister's life, the Order of the Guardians and England itself, before it's too late?Trade ReviewKat Stephenson, incorrigible as ever, returns to sow more magical chaos in Regency England . . . this rollicking tale is neither historical fiction nor literary retread. Recommended for readers who like their fantasy seasoned with feisty characters and nonstop action * Kirkus Reviews *Regency romance meets Harry Potter with a strong jolt of twenty-first-century feminism - will have readers swooning all over again * Booklist *Magic. Austen. A feisty heroine who cuts her hair short and punches snobby women on the nose. I was always going to love this book. Witchery in Austen-land is a fabulous idea. * Armadillo magazine *Stunning conclusion to an absolutely magical trilogy. Huge recommendation. * The Bookbag *I absolutely adored this third (and hopefully not final) Kat Stephenson adventure from hilarious start to heartwarming finish. * The Book Smugglers *

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Book SynopsisStrangers, storms and whispers of legendary sea people… Eloise Williams skilfully interweaves nature and myth in her stunning Barrington Stoke debut. In the wake of a tempest hitting her town, Morwenna is left to take care of a stranger washed ashore. The storm is just another of many that have plagued the town for years – people blame the tide singers, legendary sea people who are said to charm storms with their singing. Morwenna has never believed the tales, but when she is left alone with the stranger, she realises this is no ordinary girl. Can the stories be true? Can the girl control the tides with nothing more than her voice? Her arrival brings danger of a different kind, and Morwenna must draw on all the courage she has in order to stop a conflict that could destroy her home…Trade Review"I LOVED this stunning tale … As with all of Eloise's books, the writing is beautiful and haunting, and the story immediately sweeps us away, this time into the dark and mysterious world of the tide singers" – Jennifer Killick, author "A stunning intertwining of Welsh folklore and gripping adventure … This is a one-of-a-kind story of the wild unknown" – Scope for the Imagination "Has the distinct feel of a classic … I can't recommend this book highly enough" – Julia Thum, author "A gothic tale of revenge, intolerance and legendary creatures whose songs command the tides … it shows that voices standing united in peace have the power to change minds … August Ro’s illustrations are exceptionally beautiful … it was told through the pictures as well as the words and the two together created something magical." – Book Murmuration "Eerily haunting with its funeral parlour and cemetery island setting … Steeped in Welsh folklore, this is a captivating read from Eloise Williams." – Feeling Rather Bookish

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Book SynopsisThe second book in the magical Pixies vs Fairies series, set in a world which turns everything you know about fairies on its head, where fairies are mean and pixies are the real heroes!Join Alice and Max for a magical adventure with their pixie friends!Bran the pixie has challenged the fairies to let their ponies compete in the unicorn showjumping tournament. He is determined to prove that ponies are just as good as unicorns. But if the fairies win, the pixies risk losing their home! The pixies need Alice and Max''s help if they''re going to stand a chance in the competition.Can Alice and Max gallop to victory?Also available:Pixies vs Fairies (Book 1)

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Book SynopsisZoe and Astra are on a quest to help the Unicorn King. This time, their adventures lead them high into the skies above Unicorn Island, in search of the Floating Islands. But someone is following them and the islands are not all that they seem. Will Zoe and Astra be able to complete the quest and help the King, or have they taken on more than they bargained for?

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Book SynopsisPeople always wanting your help? Well, it's not a-muse-ing… Far from it, in fact! Kanadra, a muse from the realm of Callowdon, hates her life. She hates being a muse, she hates helping people and, most of all, she hates the Muse Council, the pinnacle of the muse hierarchy. And after what they did to her, who can blame her? Sent to Earth on the orders of her merciless bosses, Kanadra is saddled with her first charge and tasked with ‘Inspiring them with a solution to an impossible problem.’ Reluctantly, Kanadra accepts and embarks on a pursuit to find answers for her charge, only to be thwarted by enemies from both this world and her own. Can Kanadra put aside her deep-seated grievance long enough to help her charge overcome theirs… and can she do it with her immortal life slowly slipping away?

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Book SynopsisA vigilante ghost stalks the East End of London. Before the lightning he was just a boy, now he's ready for revenge.

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Book Synopsis"An immersive, funny, clever fantasy with real emotional depth. I couldn't put it down!" A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief"This book is incredible! With a dazzling cast of characters wrapped up in a rich, imaginative afrofantasy world, Adia's thrilling journey will have you eager to turn the next page!" B.B. Alston, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Amari and the Night Brothers"A spellbinding story of empowerment and liberation...readers of all ages will do well to pick up this first entry in a powerful new fantasy series." Soman Chainani, New York Times bestselling author of the School for Good and Evil series. Life in the Swamplands is tough for twelve-year-old orphan Adia. Her aunt and uncle believe she is an ogbanje, a demon-possessed child thought to bring misfortune. And when Adia manifests mysterious powers, accidentally destroying her village, she starts to think they might be right. Adia flees to the faraway Academy of Shamans, hoping someone at the school can figure out what is wrong with her and fix it. But she doesn't expect to stumble across a bunch of squabbling deities with a secret... Joining forces with a snarky Goddess, a 500 year old warrior girl and a status-obsessed soldier boy, Adia goes on a mission through hidden realms to save her kingdom. But if she is to succeed, she must learn to wield her mysterious powers and figure out who she really is.Discover an action-packed new series from a brilliantly exciting debut author, perfect for fans of SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL and NEVERMOOR.Trade ReviewAn immersive, funny, clever fantasy with real emotional depth. I couldn't put it down! * A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief *Deep, piercing, and urgent, Adia Kelbara and the Circle of Shamans marries historic heft with the soaring possibilities of magic to tell a spellbinding story of empowerment and liberation. Author Isi Hendrix makes a passion-packed entrance onto the middle grade stage, and readers of all ages will do well to pick up this first entry in a powerful new fantasy series. * Soman Chainani, New York Times bestselling author of the School for Good and Evil series *[A] gripping, incisive post-colonial 9+ story of magical education with a difference. * The Guardian *This book is incredible! With a dazzling cast of characters wrapped up in a rich, imaginative afrofantasy world, Adia's thrilling journey will have you eager to turn the next page! * B.B. Alston, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Amari and the Night Brothers *SPECTACULAR. Adia Kelbara and the Circle of Shamans is a vivid, thrilling, heart-speeding fantasy adventure threaded through with important and powerful truths. I absolutely LOVED it. * Sophie Anderson, author of The House With Chicken Legs *With heart and humor, Adia Kelbara is a tale of victory for anyone who's been made to feel ashamed of who they are. Not only does Adia prove that our power can be reclaimed, she takes us on a rollicking fun adventure along the way. * Graci Kim, New York Times bestselling author of the Gifted Clans trilogy *By turns immersive, thrilling, funny, and powerful, Adia Kelbara and the Circle of Shamans will grab readers from the first lines to the breathtaking finale. Readers will fall in love with Adia and root for her fierce quest to right the wrongs done against her people. * Sylvia Liu, award-winning author of Hana Hsu and the Ghost Crab Nation *

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Book SynopsisAn exciting chapter book series inspired by Sticker Dolly Dressing, perfect for fans of Holly Webb. Each book comes with a page of stickers to dress the Dolls. The Magic Dolls are on a trip to the Enchanted Isle to find out what's stopping the magical Moon Turtles from coming ashore the lay their eggs. Could it be the Night Fairies, up to mischief? Of is it something to do with the mysterious Sea Serpent gliding through the shallows? Are the Magic Dolls brave enough to find out?Collect all the books in the Sticker Dolly Stories series!1. Unicorn Rescue (A Magic Dolls Story)2. Fairy Picnic (A Magic Dolls Story)3. Mermaid in Trouble (A Magic Dolls Story)4. Baby Dragon (A Magic Dolls Story)5. Castle in the Clouds (A Princess Dolls Story)6. Ice Palace (A Princess Dolls Story)7. Woodland Princess (A Princess Dolls Story)8. Waterlily Ball (A Princess Dolls Story)9. Dream Pony (An Animal Rescue Dolls Story)10. Lucky Bunnies (An Animal Rescue Dolls Story)11. Little Lost Deer (An Animal Rescu

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Book SynopsisTransported to a world where magical creatures roam free, mystery is around every corner, and decisions really are a matter of life or death, Jane must learn to adapt to her new surroundings. But what she doesn't know is that there is something deep within her that makes her extraordinary. All she needs is the courage to accept herself as she i

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Book SynopsisFeaturing 28 magical and mythical folks from all over the world, this beautiful book illustrated by Hans Christian-Andersen award-winning illustrator Robert Ingpen will tell you where these creatures dwell and how to spot one.

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Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

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Book SynopsisIn the little Italian town of Ruffo, Jonny finds comfort in his vivid dreams, where he escapes the bullying of his peers and the worries of his parents. But, when elements from his dreams begin to appear in reality, Jonny realises something is terribly wrong.One night, a Selenite, a magical creature from the Moon, visits Jonny in his dream, revealing that a looming doom threatens both the dream world and the waking world. Summoned to a dream library by Master Morpheus, the God of Dreams, Jonny learns of his destiny as a powerful dreamer tasked with retrieving a magical Sun Disc to prevent the impending disasterGuided by the God of Dreams, Jonny embarks on an epic quest through a fantastical realm filled with ghosts, witches, mythical creatures, and his own fears.As the boundary between the dream world and reality blurs, Jonny must master his newfound abilities and discover the Sun Disc. If he fails, humankind and their dreams will vanish forever.

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Book SynopsisA story for any child and certainly children who are bereaved or who know a child who is. Will help bereaved children and their families address the particular difficulties that Christmas can hold. Written by an author who has been teaching, researching and writing about child bereavement and other aspects of loss and grief for over forty years.

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Book SynopsisMeet Anatiti: the most stubborn pharaoh in Ancient Egypt. Being chosen by the gods has given her quite an ego! After all, she knows best, not her pesky advisors. But when tragedy strikes and she is cursed, she realises maybe they had some good advice after all. Stuck inside a tomb for thousands of years, taken by an explorer and brought to the village of Dreadbury, will this mummy finally learn to listen and head off into the afterlife?Trade ReviewA cute tale, beautiful images and gorgeous colours. We especially loved all the details snuck into every page. -- Adam and Lisa, creators of CorpseTalkI love that it encourages children to listen and to take advice, as well as share a message of friendship. -- @thekidsbookstragrammer on InstagramThere's both humour and heart in [this series] and the clever details hidden in the images are fantastic. -- @mrsbrownsbookbox on Instagram

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Book SynopsisDev and his pet cat, Tuna, are ready for a summer of sleepovers, endless games of cricket and sweet mangos, until they discover a Yeti loose in Kathmandu. It ransacks the kitchen, creates messes around the house and eats all the snacks but Dev gets the blame! With his parents threatening to send him away for the summer, will Dev and Tuna be able to prove his innocence and catch a Yeti along the way?

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Book SynopsisHannah has lost almost everything she ever loved, apart from one beautiful songbird. But the bird seems to be dying. So Hannah sets out on an incredible adventure to find the magical upside down River Qjar, whose waters can give her beloved bird eternal life. She journeys across deserts and over dizzyingly high mountains, lives an entire lifetime in the blink of an eye, braves the terrifying Forest of Oblivion, and is mistaken for a long-lost princess. And along the way, Hannah meets Tomek, an ordinary boy who will follow her extraordinary quest... A sequel to Tomek's Journey, this modern classic is now available to read in English for the very first time. Translated by Ros Schwartz.

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Book SynopsisA dull, wet school holiday which has been so disappointing, is now drawing to a close for Alex. All this changes when an unexpected visit to the Great Museum of History with his eccentric aunt sets off a fantastic chain of events. Alex finds himself transported to a magical island faraway, in the midst of talking creatures, a kindly wizard and a magnificent golden eagle. Pitted against the dastardly schemes of The Grizzly Grumpot, find out what happens to Alex and his new friends when you step into this colourful world of adventure, mystery… and spells that don’t always work!

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Book SynopsisA dark, gothic adventure set on the island of Anglesey in North Wales and featuring a very fantastical beast...Wren lives in an ancient castle in the mountains near the sea. The wind whistles through it and the walls sing to her. Wren is busy inventing things, and her father is busy disapproving.But the castle contains a mystery and as Wren is drawn further into it, she realises the answer lies in the very foundations of her home, foundations that are being shaken to their core...The next fantastic novel from Lucy Hope, author of Fledgling!

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Book SynopsisA must-have for every child's library: two enchanting tales by the best-selling author of Northern Lights, in a special hardcover omnibus edition with newly colourised illustrations. With a delightful and unique introduction from the author- especially for this beautiful Everyman's Library volume. In The Firework-Maker's Daughter, young Lila has learned from her father almost all there is to know about his professionbut he insists upon holding back the final secret. With the help of her friend Chulak, Lila discovers that anyone who wants to be a true firework-maker must face down the Fire-Fiend of Mount Merapi. It is only after Lila has set off on her quest that Chulak discovers the other half of the secretand without it, Lila will perish. In the company of Hamlet, a talking white elephant, Chulak sets off to find Lila before it's too late. Clockwork features an apprentice clockmaker who is tempted to sell his soul. As the townspeople of Glockenheim gather on the eve of the annual unveiling of a new figure for the town clock, Karl, the apprentice, confides to Fritz, a storyteller, that he has failed his task to create one. Fritz, in his turn, has no idea how to finish the new story he has begun concocting, which he calls Clockwork. He begins to tell it anyway, only to see its dangerous antagonist materialize in front of the two boys and offer Karl a Faustian pact. Real life and storytelling merge, and destruction must be narrowly averted, in this unusual and suspenseful tale of the power of creativity.

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Book SynopsisMedieval life meets Arthurian magic in a novel that transcends boundaries of time and age, appealing to children of 9+ and older readers alike. This second book in the trilogy from the winner of the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize and the Smarties Prize bronze award is a timeless novel, stunningly reissued for a new generation. Arthur de Caldicot arrives at Holt to be squire to Lord Stephen and accompany him on crusade. It is an exciting and bewildering time for him as he finds a warhorse, is fitted with armour and improves his fighting skills. And meanwhile these events are reflected in his seeing stone, in stories of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table.Packed with incident, wonderful characters, and fascinating historical detail, and interwoven with brilliant retellings of Arthurian legends, this is a glorious follow-up to THE SEEING STONE.Trade Review"Rich, evocative storytelling." * Financial Times, 13 July 2002 *"This is storytelling of subtlety and nuance and, for the reflective reader, all the more satisfying for that." * Books for Keeps *"¿a glorious panorama of medieval life, packed with incident and colour, brave deeds, passion , deception and even murder¿and is surely destined to be become a classic." * East Anglian Daily Times *"¿an impressively multi-layered book, beautifully written, and a terrific piece of storytelling. I was impressed as much by Crossley-Holland's way with words as by the story itself." * The Historical Novels Review *

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Book SynopsisGet ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Jack Frost has promised not to trouble the Rainbow Fairies again, but he didn't say anything about the Weather Fairies! Now he has stolen the feathers from Doodle, the weather-vane cockerel in charge of the weather. It's up to Rachel and Kirsty to get each of the feathers back! 'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.com Read all seven fairy adventures in the Weather Fairies set! Crystal the Snow Fairy; Abigail the Breeze Fairy; Pearl the Cloud Fairy; Goldie the Sunshine Fairy; Evie the Mist Fairy; Storm the Lightning Fairy; Hayley the Rain Fairy If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

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Book SynopsisGet ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. It's Queen Titania's and King Oberon's 1000th jubilee, and the seven Party Fairies are in charge of making the celebratory party extra-special! However, naughty Jack Frost has stolen each of the seven Party Fairies' magical party bags... if he succeeds the Fairyland celebrations will be ruined! Can Kirsty and Rachel help rescue the party bags so the magnificent jubilee cake can be finished in time...?'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.comRead all seven fairy adventures in the Party Fairies set! Cherry the Cake Fairy, Melodie the Music Fairy; Grace the Glitter Fairy; Honey the Sweet Fairy; Polly the Party Fun Fairy; Phoebe the Fashion Fairy; Jasmine the Present FairyIf you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

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Book SynopsisGet ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. It's Queen Titania's and King Oberon's 1000th jubilee, and the seven Party Fairies are in charge of making the celebratory party extra-special! However, naughty Jack Frost has stolen each of the seven Party Fairies' magical party bags... if he succeeds the Fairyland celebrations will be ruined! Can Kirsty and Rachel help rescue the party bags so the magnificent jubilee cake can be finished in time...? 'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.com Read all seven fairy adventures in the Party Fairies set! Cherry the Cake Fairy, Melodie the Music Fairy; Grace the Glitter Fairy; Honey the Sweet Fairy; Polly the Party Fun Fairy; Phoebe the Fashion Fairy; Jasmine the Present Fairy If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

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Book SynopsisGet ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Fairyland is in uproar! Jack Frost has stolen the Pet Fairies magical pets. Without them, the Pet Fairies can't ensure that pets in the human world find the right owners. And now the pets have escaped from Jack Frost's ice castle and are roaming the human world! Rachel and Kirsty have to help get the pets back...before it's too late.'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.comRead all seven fairy adventures in the Pet Fairies set! Katie the Kitten Fairy; Bella the Bunny Fairy; Georgia the Guinea Pig Fairy; Lauren the Puppy Fairy; Harriet the Hamster Fairy; Molly the Goldfish Fairy; Penny the Pony Fairy.If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

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Book SynopsisBattle fearsome beasts and fight evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up. The Evil Wizard Malvel has stolen the magical suit of golden armour and scattered it throughout Avantia. Tom vows to find the pieces - but they are guarded by six terrifying new Beasts! The peace of Avantia has been shattered by a fearsome new Beast - Trillion the Three-Headed Lion. If he is to save the kingdom, Tom must defeat Trillion get the final piece of the magical golden armour. Will he succeed?There are SIX thrilling adventures to collect in the Beast Quest: The Golden Armour series: Zepha the Monster Squid; Claw the Giant Monkey; Soltra the Stone Charmer; Vipero the Snake Man; Arachnid the King of Spiders; Trillion the Three-Headed Lion.If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest and Beast Quest: New Blood!

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Book SynopsisBattle fearsome beasts and fight evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up. The good Beasts of Avantia are in danger. They have been captured by six terrible new Beasts and taken to Gorgonia, the kingdom of evil wizard Malvel. To free the Beasts, Tom journeys into the sinister Dark Realm, where he must face some of the deadliest beasts he's ever fought.. There are SIX thrilling adventures to collect in the Beast Quest: The Dark Realm series: Torgor the Minotaur; Skor the Winged Stallion; Narga the Sea Monster; Kaymon the Gorgon Hound; Tusk the Might Mammoth; Sting the Scorpion Man. If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest and Beast Quest: New Blood!Trade ReviewBest books in the world. I love the adjectives and descriptions. I'm your biggest fan!Joe (nine-and-a-half) * mailbag *I love them all so far!Aaron * mailbag *My older sister read FERNO to me when we were on holiday and that inspired me to read more of the Beast Quest books. I am pleased with myself because I have never read a whole set of books before in my life because I am dyslexic. Your books make me want to read.Barnaby * mailbag *I have outgrown Horrid Henry and my friend told me about these books! I like your books because they are very exciting.Adam * mailbag *

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Book SynopsisLorina, a young schoolgirl, is led by a black rabbit through a wood to a magical land. There she finds a a race of green people, who are all overworked, starving and subjected to the toxic fumes billowing out of a nearby castle. She decides to gain access to the castle on behalf of the poor green people, and within its walls she meets the “insiders”, selfish creatures who hoard all the resources and treat the outsiders as slaves. Her quest leads her to encounter the bureaurat, the superviper, the farmadillo and, eventually, the awful Piggident himself. Wonderfully illustrated by Chris Riddell, The Castle of Inside Out is an unforgettable and hilarious tale of adventure, set in a world where injustice and arrogance are widespread and must be countered by its courageous and compassionate heroine.Trade ReviewGuaranteed to make children of seven and up wriggle with glee * The Times *The multi-layered novel is great fun for children – but also effectively bridges the gap with adults, providing a thoroughly enjoyable read * Western Daily Express *With superb illustrations by Chris Riddell, this is a superbly written story with a wonderfully compassionate heroine who deserves our respect. * Parents in Touch *Sheer verbal delight shines through in this combination of political and environmental fable and poetic parable * Times Education Supplement *A short little fantasy, told with gusto, interspersed with humorous verses and some rather good illustrations by Chris Riddell * Literary Review *

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Book SynopsisA rusty key opens a dusty box hidden in Alfie's grandad's shed. Inside is an old, old book -- with magical powers. The book promises Alfie a gift, but first he must take the crystal flower across Sleepy Meadows full of Snapping Dragons to the crooked tree that is guarded by Giant Hogweeds. If Alfie succeeds he will be able to do something he has never done before! The first book in the Alfie Green series: now in paperback.Trade Reviewwe really recommend it -- stpetersbrayblog.comcharming illustrations … a perfect beginner reader -- Mad About Books'gorgeous books beautifully illustrated by Jean Texier. Perfect for six-to-seven-year-olds.' -- Sunday Independent * The Sunday Independent *'This is a tense and exciting story that will capture the imagination . . ."I loved Alfie and the Magical Gift. It was excellent. I think Alfie was very brave to go on the journey by himself. This was the best book I have ever read in my life. It was a great story and was very exciting." Hannah Meaney, 7' -- Clare People * Clare People *'This is a tense and exciting story that will capture the imagination . . ."I loved Alfie and the Magical Gift. It was excellent. I think Alfie was very brave to go on the journey by himself. This was the best book I have ever read in my life. It was a great story and was very exciting." Hannah Meaney, 7' -- Clare People * Clare People *'gorgeous books beautifully illustrated by Jean Texier. Perfect for six-to-seven-year-olds.' -- Sunday Independent * The Sunday Independent *

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