Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy

Book SynopsisDiscover the heartstopping fifth instalment in the Lorien Legacies series by Pittacus Lore, the bestselling author of I AM NUMBER FOUR''Exhilarating . . . Each book grows more and more cataclysmic and heroic'' 5***** Reader Review''This series is consistently captivating. It makes me shiver to think about it'' 5***** Reader Review______The worst was supposed to be over.We were reunited after a decade apart. We were discovering the truth about our past. We were training and getting stronger every day. We were even happy. . . .We never imagined the Mogadorians could turn one of our own against us. We were fools for trusting Five. And now Eight is lost forever. I would do anything to bring him back, but that''s impossible. Instead, I will do whatever it takes to destroy every last one of them.I''ve spent my entire life hiding from them, and they''ve stolen everything away from me. But that stops now. We''re going to t

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Book SynopsisThe magic ring that Emily Windsnap - half mermaid, half ordinary girl - finds buried in the sand belongs to Neptune, and he wants it back. But the ring, once on, won''t come off, and an angry Neptune sends Emily''s boat spinning away across the sea. When it comes to rest, she and her best friend, Shona, can see a mysterious castle shimmering in the mist on the horizon... Another magical adventure full of fun and friendship!Trade ReviewLight hearted and exciting ... rich, descriptive passages * Books For Keeps *Light hearted and exciting ... rich, descriptive passages * Books For Keeps *A very appealing and subtle story * School Librarian *A very appealing and subtle story * School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisEleven-year-old Jon Whitcroft never expected to enjoy boarding school. He never expected to be confronted by a pack of vengeful ghosts either. And then he meets Ella, a quirky new friend with a taste for adventure...Together, Jon and Ella must work to uncover the secrets of a centuries-old murder, while being haunted by ghosts intent on revenge. So when Jon summons the ghost of the late knight Longspee for his protection, there''s just one question - can Longspee really be trusted? A thrilling tale of bravery, friendship - and ghosts!Trade ReviewA thrilling adventure * The Chester Leader *A satisfying and appealingly spooky tale * Book Trust *Exceptional * telegraph.co.uk *Funke is a born storyteller * The Guardian *A wonderful adventure riddled with ghosts, secrets, friendships and bravery * We Love This Book *Cornelia Funke is one of my favourite international children's authors ever! * Serendipity *A gripping, ghostly read. * tBk MAGAZINE *There's something curiously old-fashioned about this adventure, despite its contemporary setting, but its all of the more appealing because of it... There's betrayal and revenge, friendship and forgiveness and it all romps along at a cracking pace. * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisOne year on from the day the shadows shifted – showing people their truest selves rather than just their shapes – best friends Teddy, Betsy and Effie plan to risk all and watch the winter sun rise over Copperwell, in defiance of the Shadow Order. But from their hidden vantage point the three shocked friends witness a mysterious woman shouting a dire warning, before she is arrested, beaten, and dragged away in handcuffs. The event leads them on an extraordinary series of dangerous adventures to save their city as they begin to learn the truth about the Shadow Order, the world surrounding Copperwell, and themselves.

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Book SynopsisOne dark night on the island of Great Saltee, fourteen-year-old Conor is framed for a terrible crime he didn't commit. Thrown into prison by the dastardly Hugo Bonvilain, Conor is trapped in a seaswept dungeon and branded a traitor. He must escape and clear his name; he wants his old life back his family, his friends . . . and his princess.Conor knows there is only one way out. It's an impossible task, which has never been done before. But Conor is determined to do it. He'll have to fly.Swashbuckling new fiction from the amazing Eoin Colfer, ideal for readers aged 11+.Trade ReviewPraise for Airman:'Swashbuckling high adventure . . . His strongest work yet' – Guardian'Better fun than this will be hard to come by' – The Times'A classic swashbuckling adventure' – Irish Independent ReviewPraise for other books by Eoin Colfer:'Wickedly brilliant' – Independent (on Artemis Fowl)'As ever, Colfer's story rattles along at a tremendous pace with a cast of eccentric and explosive characters' – Guardian (on The Supernaturalist)'Unputdownable' – Irish Times (on Half Moon Investigations)

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Book SynopsisDive into another exciting magical adventure for girls will you answer the call of Silver Dolphins?It's the Spring holidays and there's a surprise visit from Cai's parents from Australia. But they've got unwelcome news Antonia is devastated to learn that best friend Cai might be emigrating to Australia or moving back to the city.Cai faces an impossible choice: does he move to the city so he can still visit Antonia but give up being a Silver Dolphin or does he learn to answer the call in Australia without his best friend?Meanwhile a minke whale keeps getting stranded in the estuary. Antonia and Cai join forces with the local fishermen and the coast guard to try to save the whale but it keeps returning. Can there be another reason for its strange behaviour? And could this really be the end of Silver Dolphins for Cai?

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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 one summer holiday, they have no idea that such magical adventures with the fairies await them! in this exciting story, the girls need to find Sky before the naughty goblins track her down...'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 SynopsisNolitye lives in a shack with her mother Thembi in Phola, a dusty township on the edge of Johannesburg. She is good at maths and likes collecting stones, which she places in a bucket under her bed. She also has unusual powers: she can communicate with dogs. Nolitye has two close friends, Bheki, who is overweight, and the bespectacled Four Eyes, who join with her to resist the bullying from Rotten Nellie and her gang of Spoilers.One day, Nolitye finds a special stone that has the power to make people feel happy and laugh. Her mission from now on is to gather together the other pieces of the stone and reunite them, to stop darkness from taking control of her world.Trade Review"The novel's lighthearted tone, occasionally interrupted by terrifying creatures, makes for a pleasurable fantasy story with a strong nod to mythology. Readers will warm to Nolitye and her relatable run-ins with the school bully and will delight at the quirky details of Duiker's magic in an otherwise realistic setting. VERDICT A satisfying fantasy story in a place not often represented in the genre. Recommended for most middle grade collections where fantasy is popular."

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Book SynopsisAll is not well at StregaSchloss, home of the bizarre but lovable Strega-Borgia clan. Mum''s attempts to improve her witchcraft skills are failing miserably. Dad has stormed out in a fit of pique. Titus is virtually umbilically attached to his computer. Pandora is seriously bored. And Baby Damp is getting her fat little fingers into everything around.Enter wonder-nanny Mrs McLachlan - she''ll soon sort out the Strega-Borgia children, and their parents too, but will she cope with the presence of mythical beasts in the basement, to say nothing of the unexpected arrival of four hit-men, including one in a rabbit suit?Trade ReviewDebi Gliori's first novel is an unbridled fantasy with elements of the Addams family, a hint of Gormenghast and overtones of the mafia, together with computer technology and some parody, all blended into a heavy brew that is laugh-out-loud funny * The Bookseller *It's a gallimaufry of ghastly, giggly stuff * Financial Times *Fluent and energetic * The Sunday Times *Features one of the most eccentric families in children's fiction . . . A rollicking red, which rapidly draws the reader into its strange and gothic world * Waterstones Books Quarterly *Wonderful stuff * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisWhen a young troll named Hawthorn is stolen from Fairyland by the Golden Wind, he becomes a changeling - a human boy - in the strange city of Chicago, a place no less bizarre and magical than Fairyland when seen through trollish eyes.Left with a human family, Hawthorn struggles with his troll nature and his changeling fate. But when he turns twelve, he stumbles upon a way back home, to a Fairyland much changed from the one he remembers.Soon, Hawthorn finds himself at the centre of a changeling revolution - until he comes face to face with a beautiful young Scientiste with very big, very red assistant . . .With The Boy Who Lost Fairyland, Catherynne M. Valente''s wisdom and wit will continue to charm readers of all ages.

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Book SynopsisOne Crowned, Two Exiled, A Revolution Rising.The battle has been fought, blood has been spilt and a queen has been crowned, but not all are happy with the outcome. Katharine, the poisoner queen, has been crowned and is trying to ignore the whispers that call her illegitimate, undead, cursed.Mirabella and Arsinoe have escaped the island of Fennbirn, but how long before the island calls them back?Jules is returning to Fennbirn and has become the unlikely figurehead of a revolution threatening to topple Katharine's already unsteady rule.But what good is a revolution if something is wrong with the island itself?Kendare Blake's Two Dark Reigns is the heart-stopping third book in the bestselling Three Dark Crowns series. Discover more about Fennbirn and the three queens in the thrilling start to the quartet, Three Dark Crowns, and its sequel One Dark Throne.Trade ReviewA brutal and inventive fantasy that is as addictive as it is horrifying. -- Marissa Meyer NYT, bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles

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Book SynopsisJoin Jada and Granny Jinks in this charming new series for readers aged 6+! Gorgeously illustrated throughout by Selom Sunu, and brimming with warmth, tricks and magic, this is the perfect read for fans of The Naughtiest Unicorn and Wigglesbottom Primary!Granny Jinks and Jada have officially joined the Dalton Green Magic Society, but the fun has only just started! For their next trick, Granny Jinks and Jada will have to perform magic with the cheekiest assistant of them all – an animal! Will naughty Luna the cat learn her magic trick in time, and will Jada’s best friend, Matilda, ever find the perfect pet for hers? Inspired by the true story of Jenny Mayers – the first Black woman to be accepted into the Magic Circle.*Includes how-to magic tricks for you to try at home!*   

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Book SynopsisA full-colour short story from the enchanted world of the Faraway Tree in a perfect format for new readers. Discover the magic!The Land of Silly School is where Dame Snap teaches naughty elves, pixies and fairies. But Joe, Beth, Frannie, Connie soon discover that the lessons are very silly indeed! How will they escape strict Dame Snap?Also available in this short story series:A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of BirthdaysA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Magic MedicinesA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Do-As-You-PleaseA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of GoodiesA Faraway Tree Adventure: In Santa Claus''s CastleA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of ToysA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of DreamsA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Silly SchoolA Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of EnchantmentsA Faraway Tree Adventure: Joe and the Magic Sn

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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. Zara loves solving mysteries and having adventures with her dreamy unicorn, Moonbeam. She can't wait for Moonbeam to discover her magic power so that they can become the perfect partners! Moonbeam is having strange visions, but Zara is sure they're just daydreams. When Zara's attempt to stop a terrible heatwave leads her into trouble, can Moonbeam discover her magic in time to rescue her?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, Scarlett and Blaze, Isabel and Cloud and many more!

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Book SynopsisThe eagerly anticipated third instalment in the fast-paced Last Reality series Simon, Kat, Busara, and Elvis are on the run with the tech super-villains at the Company hot on their heels. The new VR gaming experience the Company created, OtherEarth, is set to change how the world experiences video games. Paired with the hardware the Company developed, it has the potential to change the world as we know it, altering our reality forever. The Company is on its way to becoming the world's newest superpower. And Simon is determined to shut them down forever. But to do that, he'll have to survive OtherLife – the next phase of gaming, and a complete reality reboot.Trade ReviewIn praise of Otherworld: 'Full of high stakes, thrillers, and fantastic twists and turns, fans of Ready Player One are sure to love this addictive read.' Buzzfeed 'A potent commentary on how much we’re willing to give up to the lure of technology.' EW 'A fantastic journey from start to finish.' Hypable 'An engaging VR cautionary tale.' AV Club

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Book SynopsisTove Jansson was born in Finland in 1914. She began her career as a cartoonist and went on to write and illustrate many books for adults and children. She drew her first Moomin in the 1930s, just for fun, and in 1945 he became a character in a children's story. Tove became world-famous for her Moomin books, which began with The Moomins and the Great Flood in 1945, closely followed by Comet in Moominland in 1946, Finn Family Moomintroll in 1948 and six more Moomin adventures. During the winter months Tove lived and worked in Helsinki, but in the summertime she stayed on a beautiful remote island in the Gulf of Finland with her long-term partner, the artist Tuulikki Pietilä. Tove Jansson received many prestigious awards during her lifetime, including the international Hans Christian Andersen Medal. She died in 2001, aged eighty-seven.

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Book SynopsisA BBC full-cast dramatisation of Ian Fleming’s much-loved children’s classic, brought to life on radio for the first time.When the Pott family save Chitty Chitty Bang Bang from the terrible fate of being crushed to the size of a matchbox at the scrapyard, she repays Caractacus, Jeremy and Jemima with the best road trip ever. For Chitty is no ordinary car: she can talk – and float – and fly! The amazing automobile takes the Potts on a trip to the seaside followed by a fantastic journey across the Channel to France, where two cunning criminals are planning to rob Paris’s most famous chocolatier, Monsieur Bon Bon. Can Chitty and the Potts find the secret hideout of terrifying gangster Joe the Monster and his sidekick, Man-Mountain Fink, and foil their evil plans? Jump aboard for a magical story full of adventure, fun and excitement, starring Imogen Stubbs as Chitty and Alex Jennings as Caractacus Pott.Duration: 60 mins approx.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Mermaids Rock! The entrance to the mermaid realm in the deep, blue ocean… Coralie is overjoyed when she visits a beautiful kelp forest, where she meets adorable sea lions and otters and finds a mysterious treasure map! After telling her friends about it, they're excited to search for the treasure, but when they arrive they find the forest has been destroyed. With no protection from the plants, the animals are in danger, and the friends must do everything they can to save the creatures before it’s too late… From the author of STAR FRIENDS comes the second book in a delightful new series about the wonders of the ocean, perfect for fans of RAINBOW MAGIC, Barbie Dolphin Magic and Holly Webb.

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Book Synopsis_______________ 'A fiercely compelling, ferocious story' – Kiran Millwood Hargrave 'Furious, beautiful, and impossible to put down' - Katherine Webber _______________ An epic South African fantasy from award-winning author Mary Watson, for fans of Children of Blood and Bone and The Gilded Ones. Seventeen-year-old Savannah is cursed. It's a sinister family heirloom; passed down through the bloodline for hundreds of years, with one woman in every generation destined to die young. The family call them Hella’s girls, named for their ancestor Hella; the enslaved woman with whom it all began. Hella’s girls are always angry, especially in the months before they die. The anger is bursting from Savannah – at the men who cat-call her in the street, at her mother’s disingenuous fiancé, even at her own loving family. Each fit of rage is bringing her closer to the edge and now Savannah has to act to save herself. Or die trying. Because the key to survival lies in the underbelly of Cape Town, where the sinister veilwitches are waiting for just such a girl. Blood to Poison is a furious and mesmerising story about discovering magic, historical rage and love in all its guises.Trade ReviewA fiercely compelling, ferocious story full of fury and tenderness - a gorgeous read * Kiran Millwood Hargrave *Furious, beautiful, and impossible to put down * Katherine Webber *I read this book in one sitting. I literally couldn’t put it down! Watson builds an incredibly vivid world oozing with magic, excitement and danger. My heart didn’t stop racing until the very last word * Jasbinder Bilan *I flew through this book. It’s a gripping exploration and vindication of anger, rooted in South African history... Read this one for witches, a family curse, falling for a childhood friends, girls both expressing and claiming their fury, and a magical Cape Town * Samantha Shannon *Bold, visceral, and alive, from the hidden magic swirling under the everyday and mundane, to the slow unfolding of the depth of the curse and fight to break it … an absolute gut-punch of a novel * Melinda Salisbury *A gripping, immersive story, and a powerful vindication of female anger, Blood to Poison is a stunning read * Louise O’Neill *A compulsive read. It has everything a bestselling YA novel needs: secret societies, deliciously evil villains, love, and enough twists to keep you gasping from beginning to end * Sally Partridge *Mary Watson is a writer of great skill, and unsurprisingly, Blood to Poison sings with blood and magic... hard to put down and harder to forget. * Deirdre Sullivan *A fierce battle cry of vindicated anger, set in a richly textured world of everyday magic. * Imogen Russell Williams, Guardian *

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Book SynopsisEveryone knows what happened to Alva's mother, all those years ago. But when dark forces begin to stir in Ormscaula, Alva has to facea very different future - and question everything she thoughtshe knew about her past.

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Book SynopsisThe Ash Princess is dead. Long live the Queen. Princess Theodosia was a prisoner in her own country for a decade, made to wear a crown of ash. But there was fire in her blood and she escaped, gathering a misfit army of rebels behind her.Now they have a new and terrifying enemy – the Kaiserin. Possessed of magic no one understands, she is determined to burn down anything and anyone in her way. As the Kaiserin's power grows stronger and her beloved Prinz Søren is taken hostage, Theo is forced to make a terrible choice – will she overcome her heart to liberate her enslaved people and finally reclaim her rightful place as Queen?Ember Queen is the explosive final part of Laura Sebastian's New York Times bestselling Ash Princess trilogy.Trade ReviewA darkly enchanting page-turner you won't be able to put down * Bustle, on Ash Princess *Will submerge readers in a turbulent and enthralling plot -- Kirkus Reviews, on Ash PrincessThe trilogy promises to be a great story of a new queen arising from the ruins of her country * Armadillo *

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Book SynopsisMaya Delaney's paw-print birthmark is the sign of what she truly is - a skin-walker. She can run faster, climb higher, and see better than nearly anyone else. Experiencing intense connections with the animals that roam the woods outside her home, Maya knows it's only a matter of time before she's able to Shift and become one of them. And she believes there may be others in her small town with surprising talents including local bad boy Rafe, with whom she shares a dangerous, powerful secret. Now, Maya and her friends have been forced to flee from their homes during a forest fire they suspect was deliberately set. After a terrifying helicopter crash, they find themselves stranded in the Vancouver Island wilderness with nothing but their extraordinary abilities to help them get back home. But can Maya really trust her friends? And can she learn how to control the frightening new gift she has discovered before it controls her?

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Book SynopsisCan Harri find a way for the dragons to stay safe and free? Will Harri's destiny finally come true? Third in the Dragon Gold series featuring Harri and pet dragon, Tan.

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Book Synopsis A dazzling mystery from the bestselling author of the Mysterious Benedict Society, now a major TV series on Disney+! 'A timeless fantasy ... a stretching and satisfying read' THE GUARDIAN 'Full of great excitement and wonderful invention' THE NEW YORK TIMES 'This captivating page-turner, with layers of secrecy and intrigue, is a compelling read' BOOKTRUST When Reuben discovers an old pocket watch, he soon realizes it holds an incredible power: it can turn you invisible for fifteen minutes. He can't resist the lure of disappearance: for a time, he can vanish from the despotic regime of New Umbra. But the watch's power is even more extraordinary than he imagines. Soon, he's on the run from New Umbra's ruler, The Smoke, who's determined to possess it for himself ... A dazzling new story from Trenton Lee Stewart, author of the New York Times bestselling Mysterious Benedict Society series – now on Disney+ Fantastical elements and a truly original setting form the backdrop for this twisty-turny mystery Includes quirky interiors illustrations

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Book SynopsisThis clever and funny inversion on a classic fairytale from award-winning author Bethan Stevens tells the laugh-out-loud story of a damsel who does not need saving!Once upon a time, hidden deep in a valley in a magical land far away, there was a very tall tower. And trapped at the very top of that very tall tower there was a damsel . . . In distress! The only problem is, the damsel is not in distress. She keeps telling the narrator that she's perfectly fine. The 'terrifying beasts' in the moat are a family of ducklings. The 'prickly brambles' are her rose garden. And the 'wicked old witch' is actually her grandma! But the narrator just won't listen. When a scary, fire-breathing dragon comes to visit, it's up to the damsel to take charge of her story and save the day for everyone. Characterful illustrations transport readers to the magical world oTrade Review“A damsel keeps telling the narrator of this picture book that she isn’t in distress, actually, and when a dragon comes to visit, she takes charge and saves the day. A stereotype-busting story from Stevens, whose first book The Grumpy Fairies, won a Waterstones Prize.” * The Bookseller *"a laugh-out loud story that is simply begging to be told over and over again" * Armadillo Magazine *'a funny and engaging book […] that will encourage children to enjoy being themselves.' * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisCaught between duty to her country and listening to her own heart, Okoye must find her own way and determine the type of Dora Milaje - and woman - she wants to be

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Book SynopsisThe breathtaking sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller Night of the Witch culminates with a sweeping fantasy romance and an epic battle to determine the fate of magicand the world.Fritzi is a champion. After escaping the clutches of Dieter Kirch, the sadistic leader of the witch hunters, Fritzi and Otto have taken refuge among the witches of the Black Forest. Fritzi is finally ready to assume her place on the council as the coven''s goddess-chosen champion. Plagued by distrust and self-doubt, Fritzi throws herself into her duty to serve the goddesses . . . until she uncovers a powerful secret that could mean the very undoing of magic itself.Otto is a warrior. He swears himself to Fritzi as her bonded protector, certain the peaceful unity of a witch and hunter will heal the wounds he helped make. But as the horrifying plot that threatens the Black Forest''s magic comes to light, Otto will have to face his past and what it means to bind h

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Book SynopsisThe highly anticipated sequel to The Scarlet Alchemist from Sunday Times bestselling author, Kylie Lee Baker!''DAZZLING'' Chloe Gong, Sunday Times bestselling author of These Violent DelightsWhatever power you think you have is an illusion.Whatever your dreams are, they belong to me.And wherever you run, I am already there waiting for you.Since Zilan entered the world of royal alchemists, she has learned that alchemy comes at a price. She has lost loved ones in her search for justice against the evil Empress and all she wants now is to find some way to bring them back. Resurrection is her specialty, after all.In search of the myth of Penglai Island, where it''s rumoured life can be fully restored, Zilan starts a new adventure. But when old threats come back to haunt her and the path to Penglai Island means facing down unpredictable, sometimes dangerous, alchemists, she wonders just

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Book SynopsisA friendly dragon. A magical train. A journey beyond your wildest dreams. A little while after his grandma passes away, Elliot finds a strange ticket under his pillow. When a small, well-dressed dragon appears in his room and asks for the ticket, the adventure of Elliot's life is about to begin.A station has appeared at the back of Elliot's wardrobe ... but where will The Night Train take him?A heart-warming exploration of love and loss and the magic of hope and family from the bestselling author of THE IMPOSSIBLE BOY. Perfect for 8+ fans of Matt Haig and Ben Miller.Praise for THE IMPOSSIBLE BOY:'A fast-moving, quirky, adventure story ... Great fun!' Carousel'Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant ... A true gift for a reader' Lucy Timmons, Just Imagine Website'A satisfying mix of quirky humour and all-action adventure in a tale about the power of friends' The Sunday Express S Magazine'A magical and festive adventure with an extraordinary cast of characters. It is full of empathy, friendship and fun' South Wales Evening Post'A must read for all children (big and small) aged 7+ and to any who love a laugh out loud book that pushes all senses of the imagination to their limits. It is a masterpiece of creativity and empathy rolled into one big feelgood tale' The Reading Zone

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Book SynopsisHADESTOWN meets LAKELORE in this queer “Orpheus and Eurydice” retelling in verse, following two Miami teens who travel to the underworld to retrieve their girlfriend’s soul.Critically acclaimed author R.M. Romero has crafted a masterpiece of magical realism and poignant love letter to queer and Latin American diaspora teens.Miami teens Andres, Renee, and Liora found something unexpected during their sophomore year of high school: each other. The three become a polyamorous triad, happy despite how no one at school seems to understand their relationship.But when an accident leaves Liora in a coma, hovering between life and death, Andres and Renee are shattered. Until Renee proposes a radical solution: she and Andres must go into the underworld to retrieve Liora’s spirit, so they can reunite it with her body before it’s too late.To find their lost love, Andres and Renee navigate a landscape of souls who bleed color,

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Book SynopsisIf you travel deep into the Jumble Jungle Wood you'll meet some awesome creatures ( some dangerously wicked) but none is more awesome than the Narzat. Meet the NARZAT and his friends, the Looky Lizard and the Chatty Chirper and his enemy the Roaring Ravenoserous ( absolutely and completely lethal).

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Book SynopsisThis 100% unofficial Minecraft chapter book is packed with all theaction, adventure and humor a young gamer could wish for! The firstin a new series featuring classic Minecraft characters, creatures,and quests!

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Book SynopsisCrimson Twill is an adventurous young witch excited for her first trip to Broomingdale’s, a magical shop with lots of surprises in store – a puppy hiding among the cats, a mischievous broom and a witch’s hat unlike any she’s ever seen before. But there’s more to discover in Broomingdale’s than what’s for sale on the shelves…A rich and playful new world comes to life in the first book of this endearing series, with easy-to-read text and charming illustrations.Trade ReviewWith its theme of being true to yourself, full of witchy whimsicalness and gentle humour – I love the fun word plays – this is the first of Kallie George’s chapter book series. Birgitta Sif’s black and white illustrations are a delight, depicting an inclusive city community. * Red Reading Hub *

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Book SynopsisBlack cats born at midnight Are magic, it’s true! Just waiting to have An adventure with you. Trixie and Midnight are playing outside when they have a run in with a witch, who seems particularly interested in the cat’s magic powers. The very next morning, Trixie wakes to find that Midnight has been catnapped! Trixie, Nan and Dad set off to the rescue. Meanwhile, Midnight has a plan of her own. But it’s going to take a more than a sprinkle of magic to escape the witch’s trap… A bewitching new series from the best-selling author of A PINCH OF MAGIC, Michelle Harrison. Told in rhyming verse and with colour illustrations from Elissa Elwick throughout, this is perfect for readers of SQUISHY MCFLUFF, HUBBLE BUBBLE and GOBBOLINO. PRAISE FOR MIDNIGHT MAGIC: “This is the perfect next step after picture books with fun rhyming text and sweet illustrations – a gorgeous young fiction book with plenty of sparkle!” – Toppsta

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Book Synopsis"A spooky, funny, magical and atmospheric adventure with a compelling hero you will adore." Jessica Townsend, New York Times bestselling author of NevermoorMaybe some ghosts enjoy walking through walls and being invisible - not me. I never asked to be a kid ghost.With no memory of the kid she was before she was taken by the Witches, Corpse is bound to haunt the rock-that-doesn't-exist for ever.Until she learns of a treasure, one that can reunite Corpse with her family and her name. She must set off for answers, on a journey across the stormy sea, battling magic, zombie-skeletons and monsters. But the Witches want the treasure too.And they'll do anything to get to it first.Welcome to Elston-Fright, a forgotten town where witches lurk, sea monsters roam and a girl is on the hunt for answers...Previously published in the UK as The Girl, the Ghost and the Lost Name

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Book Synopsis Fantasy fans and witches-in-training can find magical insight and inspiration with this beautiful, whimsical oracle deck by the creator of The Little Witch's Book of Spells.From Harry Potter to Disney's Descendants to Kiki's Delivery Service, witchcraft and wizardry have enchanted kids around the world. Now, young witches-in-training can undertake their own spellbinding studies with this playful and immersive deck and guidebook to all things magical. The Little Witch's Oracle Deck is an accessible divination tool for kids who want to explore the enchantment and mystery of oracles and fortune-telling. More accessible than traditional tarot, this oracle card deck is designed in an intuitive, easy-to-understand format that pulls on universal archetypes kids naturally understand, like the Dragon, the Best Friend, the Dream, and the Star. Each card is paired with a magical message and a ritua

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Breathless, blood-soaked, and brutal." — Publishers Weekly “Lauded adult fantasy author Salvatore ventures, with Lewis, into young-adult fiction with this standalone title… Hand this to your diehard dragon fans.” — Booklist Praise for R.A. Salvatore: “All readers will find pure, often heart-racing enjoyment as they are drawn into Salvatore’s beautifully crafted world.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Salvatore fans will rejoice.” — Kirkus Reviews “Engagingly written, inclusive of those outside the lore, and leaving much to be discovered in future installments.Timeless is a fantastic place for newcomers to the Drizzt series to onboard as well as a continuation of a beloved and iconic character’s story.” — Nerds on Earth “Packed with fighting, intrigue, suspense and thrills [...] It is a compulsively readable fantasy novel. Readers of fantasy novels will simply rejoice.” — Washington Book Review Praise for Erika Lewis’s Game of Shadows: “A fantastical journey that I didn’t want to end!” — Sherrilyn Kenyon, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author “It’s impossible to put this riveting page-turner down!” — Stan Lee, Author, Actor, and Former President and Chairman of Marvel Comics “One of those thrilling tales you can’t put down…the perfect blend of imaginative world-building and nonstop action wrapped up in a compelling mystery.” — D.J. MacHale, New York Times bestselling author of Pendragon and The SYLO Chronicles “Riveting from the start.” — Steven Gould, author of Jumper

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Book SynopsisFace your fear . . . or become your nightmare.Gotham meets Strange the Dreamer in this thrilling young adult fantasy about a cowardly girl who finds herself at the center of a criminal syndicate conspiracy, in a city where crooked politicians and sinister cults reign and dreaming means waking up as your worst nightmare.Ever since her sister became a man-eating spider, Ness has been terrified of waking up as her own Nightmare. Because in the city that never sleeps, dreaming means becoming your worst fear.Ness seeks protection with the Friends of the Restful Soul, which may or may not be a cult. To prove her worth, she accepts what is meant to be a simple job. Only for it to blow up in her face. Literally.Ness and the only other survivor of the explosion - a Nightmare boy with an agenda of his own - must find their way back to the city and uncover the sinister truth behind the attack...

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Book SynopsisIn the bewitching Tea Dragon Society series, two-time Eisner Award-winning creator K. O'Neill offers three stories featuring the enchanting world of Tea Dragons. Now collected in a beautiful box set with brand-new wraparound box cover art, readers can experience The Tea Dragon Society, The Tea Dragon Festival, and The Tea Dragon Tapestry from start to finish. This charming and peaceful trilogy is heartwarming, inclusive, and absolutely magical.

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Book SynopsisVioleta must find a way to keep Chupie hidden and convince her newfound friends that he isn’t anything to be scared of.And if that isn’t hard enough, a new threat lurks around the corner that is dead set on capturing Chupie for their own nefarious means.Trade Review“Beware: cutest Chupacabra ever!" — Sophie Escabasse, creator of the bestselling Witches of Brooklyn series “Everyone needs a Chupie in their life!” — Kat Fajardo, creator of Miss Quinces “What’s better than a summer vacation with new friends and a mythical beast? Saving Chupie has them both and more.” — Tim Probert, creator of the Lightfall series "Expressive, colorful, and full of heart-- perfect for a young animal enthusiast looking for adventure." — Wendy Xu, author of Tidesong "I’m a sucker for coming-of-age stories mixed with a kid and a secret monster. Saving Chupie is like E.T. in Puerto Rico." — Yehudi Mercado, author of Chunky Goes to Camp "Saving Chupie is as heartwarming as it is hilarious, standing out in a crowded graphic novel space with a unique voice, stunning art, and unforgettable characters." — George Jreije, author of Shad Hadid and the Alchemists of Alexandria

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Book Synopsis.'When Ivy's search for her mother draws her to a remote Welsh isle, she uncovers a dark secret about her past. An ancient and corrupt power is stalking Ivy, and her only chance of survival is to look deep within herself.Trade ReviewA crackingly atmospheric read blending mystery, horror and Arthurian myth into a spellbinding tale. -- Gina Blaxill, author of You Can Trust MeWaking the Witch honestly feels like Rachel Burge reached into my head and found the things I wanted to read. Maybe I'm used to Arthurian retellings that more often explore the Knights and King Arthur, so I was pleasantly surprised that this explored the women's side of the story. -- Bryony, The Indecisive Readers * Instagram *Wow. Just wow. Absolutely fantastic read from start to finish. On my top Author list - can literally not fault the writing or the story one bit. -- Katie, ReadersroostUnusually strange, very descriptive, and entertaining. -- Shelley Bleese * NetGalley *This was full of magic, mystery and folklore...I could not put it down and have gone straight to pre-order a physical copy so I can re-read it again and again. The characters and their development were outstanding, and I can't wait to read more by Rachel - one question - will there be a sequel???? -- Ella Jones * NetGalley *Wow, wow, wow! Gripping from the first chapter, this book was absolutely page turning and my new favourite! It had everything I love, witches, magick, Avalon, Merlin and so much more. What a twist on Merlin. I loved it. A great read that shows the true power of what love can do! -- Melissa Stanton * NetGalley *I sped through this book wanting to know what happened next - always a sign of a good book! I thoroughly recommend this book for its re-imagining of the Arthurian legend in a modern setting. -- Jenny Gill * NetGalley *I enjoy a good YA book with a strong main character and this certainly ticked those boxes...The mythology and legend within this book are brilliant. -- Georgina Candy * NetGalley *

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Book SynopsisThirteen-year-old Ivy North is an adventurer. She can pitch a tent in four minutes flat, knows the local landscape like the back of her hand, and she's an expert map reader. There's just one problem.She's afraid to go outside.But when her little brother is transformed into a kestrel by a powerful sorcerer, Ivy is the only one who can rescue him. Following him through a mysterious hole in the garden wall, she emerges in Underfell -- an enchanted realm that seems like the Lake District she knows, but is dangerously different. Battling her dread of being out in the open, Ivy must gather all her courage to navigate a path across this extraordinary world, where powerful fairies with birds' wings fly through purple skies and a ghostly spectre haunts her every step. With the help of an unexpected new friend, can Ivy break the spell -- before her brother becomes a bird forever?An immersive and beautifully written fantasy adventure, The Sky Beneath the Stone is a soaring journey of family, friendship, overcoming fear -- and realising that we are never as lost as we think we are. Alex Mullarky's debut novel introduces a captivating new talent in children's fiction.Trade Review'I absolutely adored this! This Sky Beneath the Stone is beautiful, bright and brilliant -- a perfect blend of magic, adventure and heart, with a gorgeous Cumbrian setting, a wonderful weaving of nature, folklore and history, heart-lifting incidental inclusivity, and OS grid references at the start of each chapter so you can map the journey! It is one of those books I want to press into every young reader's hands, because I know so many of them will fall in love with it.'-- Sophie Anderson, Carnegie-shortlisted author of The House with Chicken Legs'A beautifully written adventure steeped in the myths and magic of the Lake District. I long to journey through the wall and explore the enchanted, dangerous wilds of Underfell!'-- Ross MacKenzie, author of the Nowhere Emporium trilogy 'When her brother is enchanted, a young girl must overcome her fear of the outside in this assured fantasy debut. The richly drawn Lake District setting is enhanced by Ordnance Survey grid references at the beginning of each chapter.' -- The Bookseller'As a librarian we tell the children never to judge a book by it’s cover, well in this case I will change my mind. It has the most beautiful cover I have ever seen. And the back cover is just as amazing. It’s bright and colourful and draws you in… I loved this book, it takes you on an action-packed adventure, it makes you look at yourself and ask if you were Ivy would you be brave enough to go through the wall. Thoughout the book we watch Ivy question herself, gain confidence and start to believe in herself. She grows up before our very eyes, I know if I was lost I’d want Ivy looking for me.'-- Armadillo'Alex Mullarky weaves the reader through every twist and turn imaginable as the two friends and the ever-faithful Grendel take us on their quest in this fantastic magical adventure full of hope, courage and a little sprinkle of magic when all seems lost. A stunning cover by Diana Renjina sets the scene for this wonderful novel that has OS grid references at every chapter heading - a map lovers dream!'-- Sarah Broadley, My Book Corner'We were captivated by this book, which is filled with folklore, adventure and characters you can't help but root for, in one of the most original magical worlds we've ever travelled through. Plus, reading it has added a few things to our own bucket lists (see hawfinches, visit Long Meg, buy a tup).If you love wildlife and the wilderness, and enjoy a quest with a generous sprinkling of magic, then we know you'll find this story a treat.'-- Roaring Reads'I adored this book. I grew up in Lancashire and spent a lot of time in Cumbria, so many of the places in the book were familiar to me.'-- Charlotte Somewhere

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Book SynopsisThree Dark Crowns is a heart-stopping fantasy from Kendare Blake, acclaimed author of Anna Dressed in Blood.In every generation on the island of Fennbirn, a set of triplets is born: three queens, all equal heirs to the crown and each possessor of a coveted magic. Mirabella is a fierce elemental, able to spark hungry flames or vicious storms at the snap of her fingers. Katharine is a poisoner, one who can ingest the deadliest poisons without so much as a stomach-ache. Arsinoe, a naturalist, is said to have the ability to bloom the reddest rose and control the fiercest of beasts.But becoming the Queen Crowned isn't solely a matter of royal birth. Each sister has to fight for it. And it's not just a game of win or lose . . . it's life or death. The night the sisters turn sixteen, the battle begins.The last queen standing gets the crown.Three Dark Crowns is the first book in the bestselling Three Dark Crowns series. Discover more about the three queens and continue the thrilling quartet with One Dark Throne and Two Dark Reigns.Trade ReviewGorgeous and bloody, tender and violent, elegant, precise, and passionate; above all, completely addicting. * Kirkus Reviews *... a superb start to what promises to be a new exciting young adult fantasy book series. * The Book Bag *A brutal and inventive fantasy that is as addictive as it is horrifying. * Marissa Meyer NYT bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles *

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Book SynopsisReturn to the world of Mortal Engines in this new book of three shortstories about the rebellious young aviatrix, Anna Fang, illustratedby Ian McQue. A key character in the Mortal Engines bookand film, this is your chance to learn more of her past. Night Flightsincludes Traction City, the 2011 World Book Day Book by PhilipReeve.

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Book SynopsisIn the captivating sequel to The Darkening, Vesper and Dalca face their fiercest battle yet to save their besieged city from the Great King and his ominous army.''Will ensnare you from the first page'' Chloe Gong on The DarkeningVesper Vale sacrificed everything to save her city. But when she awakens after three years as a vessel of The Great Queen, she finds her home beset by sinister forces - and herself revered as a goddess. The Great King and his army of lightstruck - once regular citizens who are now controlled by an ominous light - have besieged the city. And as she fights to rescue them, a chasm is growing between her and Dalca, the prince she swore never to love. To save her city again, Vesper will have to face the power most outside her control - the goddess within.PRAISE FOR SUNYA MARA''A thrilling adventure'' Emily Thiede''Enchanting'' Ayana Gray''Thrillin

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