Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy
Abrams Avatar The Last Airbender The Shadow of Kyoshi
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£12.59
Quarto Publishing PLC A Natural History of Dragons
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£17.00
Scholastic Fighting Fantasy Sorcery 2 Cityport of Traps
Book SynopsisYou, the hero, must brave the city of Khare, where every doorwayor alley conceals sudden danger. You will need all your wits aboutyou to avoid the traps and survive the unimaginable horrors ahead...
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Ten Minutes to Bed Little Fairy
Book SynopsisA magical new story in the no.1 bestselling Ten Minutes to Bed series, written specifically to help children settle down for bedtime. Poppy the fairy wishes she could fly as high as all of her friends, but there''s just one thing - her wings are very small!When Poppy spots a lost gnome far from his glade, she is determined to use her wings and get him to safety. But can this little fairy fly to the rescue and still get back home before bedtime?Weaving a journey from lively beginning to gentle end, this enchanting, heartwarming tale is perfect for little readers everywhere and will help them settle down for bed.This bestselling bedtime series has sold 3 million copies worldwide! Do you have all the books in the Ten Minutes to Bed series?Ten Minutes to Bed: Little UnicornTen Minutes to Bed: Little MermaidTen Minutes to Bed: Little MonsterTen Minutes to Bed: Little DinosaurTen Minutes to Bed: Little DragonTen Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn''s ChristmasTen Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn''s BirthdayTen Minutes to Bed: Baby Unicorn
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Penguin Readers Level 2 Roald Dahl Fantastic Mr
Book SynopsisLearn English with Fantastic Mr Fox! A Penguin Readers book. Discover fifteen famous Roald Dahl adventures, adapted for learners of English aged 7+. Can you read them all?Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With simplified text, illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.In these Penguin Readers editions, Roald Dahl''s stories have been aligned to the CEFR framework A1 to A2+, in four levels. Each book is also Lexile measured. The graded readers feature illustrated new words, language activities, and fun games between chapters, encouraging students and teachers to structure learning and make real progress. Every book also includes projects and discussions.Visit the Penguin Readers website for downloadable quizzes, worksheets and answer
£999.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK Moominpappa at Sea
Book SynopsisMeet the Moomins - all 8 magical adventures relaunched with a charming new cover design. Celebrating 80 years since the first Moomin book was published!Rediscover the A Puffin Book series and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this magical edition of Moominpappa at Sea complete with a charming new cover design.Moominpappa is feeling at a loss. He has no idea what to do with himself - it seems everything has already been done! So he takes his family off to start a new life in a lighthouse on a tiny, rocky island far out to sea. It''s rather lonely at first, but it isn''t long before the Moomins discover some funny and surprising new things about themselves.They seem to grow in wisdom and delight every time I read them - Philip PullmanTrade ReviewThey seem to grow in wisdom and delight every time I read them...a perfect marriage of word and picture. -- Philip PullmanIt's not just Tove Jansson's wonderfully strange fairytale world that so appeals but also her beautiful line work and exquisite sense of design. -- Lauren Child
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Wereworld Storm of Sharks Book 5
Book SynopsisSOON TO BE A MAJOR ANIMATED NETFLIX SERIES!Rumours have spread like wildfire across the warring lands of Lyssia.Drew Ferran, has returned to the Seven Realms, seeking an army to help him defeat the terrible Catlords of Bast.But when he turns to the sea for help, scoundrels and pirates cresting every wave, Drew''s quest pulls him toward the very heart of his enemy.Discover the page-turning Wereworld series, perfect for fans of Percy Jackson, Skandar and Artemis Fowl.''Epic'' - Guardian''Unpredictable, exciting - hugely recommended'' - BookbagTrade Reviewas a fantasy world it is superior to Eragon, and pure fun * The Times *Really, really good . . . gripping. Never read anything like it before * Forest Hill Boys School reviewer *
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Hachette Children's Group Rainbow Magic: Ruby the Red Fairy: The Rainbow
Book SynopsisGet ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. When Rachel and Kirsty meet on the ferry to Rainspell Island they have no idea the incredible magical adventures in store for them! Join the two best friends as they meet Ruby the Red Fairy, the first fairy to introduce them to the world of Rainbow Magic.'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!
£7.44
HarperCollins Publishers Time Travelling with a Tortoise
Book Synopsis Exciting, funny, heartwarming, and mind-bendingly clever, Time Travelling with a Tortoise is the extraordinary, adventure-packed sequel to Ross Welford’s beloved, bestselling debut, Time Travelling with a Hamster. Trade Review‘Ingeniously plotted’ Sunday Times ‘An adventure with humour, well-observed family life, improbable friendships and a warm heart’ Sunday Times 'An action-packed adventure' Daily Mail Praise for TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER: ‘The gripping suspense truly makes time fly… the book’s heart and humour are hard to resist.’ Piers Torday, author of The Last Wild “Extremely clever and totally engaging.” The Irish Times “Intelligent, well crafted and impressive.” Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times ‘Touching, silly and exciting by turns, this thrilling little book is an inventive take on time travel for children. Sure to be a hit with fans of R.J. Palacio's Wonder… an unforgettable, madcap story from a bright new talent in Children’s fiction.’ Waterstones “A touching tale of family, grief and love.” Daily Express
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Spook's Apprentice: Book 1
Book SynopsisThe Spook's Apprentice is the first book in Joseph Delaney's terrifying Wardstone Chronicles – over 3 million copies sold worldwide!‘Someone has to stand against the dark. And you're the only one who can’For years, the local Spook has been keeping the County safe from evil. Now his time is coming to an end, but who will take over? Many apprentices have tried. Some floundered, some fled, some failed to stay alive. Just one boy is left. Thomas Ward. He is the last hope. But does he stand a chance against Mother Malkin, the most dangerous witch in the County?Trade ReviewTeenage readers looking instead for total fantasy should hasten to Joseph Delaney's The Spook's Apprentice . . . This terrific novel is as black as David Wyatt's ingenious ink drawings that head each chapter * Independent *An absorbing tale with scary scenarios and a great central relationship between Thomas and his master * The Sunday Times *Wicked and fast-paced, the second instalment in this series is gripping for adults and children alike . . . Beautifully written * The Good Book Guide *Readers seeking lots of up-close encounters with the unquiet dead and other creepy entities need look no further * Kirkus Reviews *This thrilling and terrifying book should not be read after dark! * Parents News *
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Bonnier Books Ltd Murder at Hotel Marvelo
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Abrams Lightlark The Lightlark Saga Book 1
Book SynopsisA gripping, propulsive YA fantasy novel from award-winning author and social media superstar Alex AsterTrade Review“Gorgeously lush and cinematic, Lightlark is the kind of fantasy that indulges all your senses, makes you swoon, and then knocks you sideways with twists. You won’t want to put this down.” * Marie Lu, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Skyhunter *“Fantasy that reads like a breath of fresh air. Filled with secrets aplenty and enthralling magic, Lightlark will have you gasping then swooning while these valiant rulers fight to break their curses.” * Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights *“If The Hunger Games was a dark fairy tale, you’d get the vicious and enchanting Lightlark. Get ready to be transported into a dazzling world where love is a death sentence and the romances between competitors are even fiercer than the curses plaguing the islands.” * Adam Silvera, #1 New York Times bestselling author of They Both Die at the End *“Alex Aster's Lightlark is an ebullient, fast-paced fantasy, with a beautifully rendered world that seethes with intrigue, romance and tension. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough.” * Sabaa Tahir, #1 New York Times bestselling author of An Ember in the Ashes *Grim, one of Isla’s love interests, is a total scene-stealer. . .their steamy scenes are a definite highlight. * Kirkus Reviews *Isla’s courage, determination, and compassion invest readers in her plight, imparting tension and drive. The story hits many well-loved and familiar beats, and sumptuously detailed feints, twists, and betrayal lend vibrancy and intrigue. * Publishers Weekly *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
Book SynopsisThis glorious new edition of Newt Scamander's Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (considered a classic throughout the wizarding world) features an extraordinary array of magical creatures, from Acromantula to Yeti via ten different breeds of dragon all beautifully illustrated in full colour by the brilliantly inventive, Greenaway Medal shortlisted Olivia Lomenech Gill.Famed Magizoologist Newt Scamander's years of adventure and exploration have yielded a work of unparalleled importance, admired by scholars, devoured by young witches and wizards, and even made available to Muggles in the early years of this century. With this dazzling illustrated edition, readers can explore the magical fauna of five continents from the comfort of their own armchairs. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is essential reading at Hogwarts.This new edition features the fully updated 2017 text which includes new profiles of six magnificent beasts that inhabit North America and a new fTrade ReviewNo wizarding household is complete without a copy * Albus Dumbledore *
£22.50
UCLan Publishing The Hidden Sea
Book SynopsisThe third book in The Wildsmith series. Rowan has been working as a wildsmith, rescuing magical animals. But when she finds herself alone and far from home, this time Rowan is the one who needs to be rescued! She travels deep into enemy territory and makes some surprising discoveries, coming face to face with great danger. With the help of new friends and old ones will she ever make it home again?Illustrated by Joe Todd-Stanton.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Flower Fairies One Hundred Postcards
Book SynopsisCicely Mary Barker was born in Croydon, South London in 1895 and died in 1973. She found international acclaim as an artist with her delightful Flower Fairies books the first of which, Flower Fairies of the Spring, was printed in 1923.
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Scholastic Inc. Kingdom of Water A Graphic Novel the Rema
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Cranthorpe Millner Publishers The Faraway Adventures of Henry Bogget: Henry and
Book SynopsisHenry Bogget is an ordinary boy of just eight years old, and Henry has a secret. A secret that has been kept for many, many years. A secret about magic in London... In England, whenever someone changes the world and leaves their mark on history, a little round blue plaque is placed on the house where they once lived to make sure they can never be forgotten. With every discovery made, artwork painted or song written, a little trace of very powerful magic, an enchantment, is left behind. One night, not too long ago, Henry discovered this secret and his life changed forever. An adventure beyond his wildest dreams was about to begin.
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Little Tiger Press Group Guardians of the New Moon Ming and Miaows Great
Book SynopsisAll Miaow wants is to enjoy his peaceful, solitary life as a temple guardian catching mice. But when the Jade Emperor invites all creatures on Earth to compete in a Great Race, the reserved cat finds himself reluctantly entering - and worse, socialising! Spirited and fiery, shapeshifter Ming is Miaow''s polar opposite, and she''s determined to make him her new best friend. But she hadn''t counted on Miaow making other friends too. As the race heats up, things start to unravel . . . Can the pair (and their friendship) make it to the finish line? The first in a light-hearted, action-packed new series, MING AND MIAOW''S GREAT RACE is perfect for fans of YOMI AND THE FURY OF NINKI NANKA, TIGER WARRIOR, Laura Ellen Anderson and SPELLCASTERS.
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Hachette Children's Group The Christmas Wishtastrophe
Book SynopsisOn a dark Christmas evening, sometimes you need magic to light the way forward ... Sparkling Christmas fiction full of heart and humour for children of 9-11: comedian Cariad Lloyd creates an unforgettable seasonal story for all the family. Perfect for fans of A Boy Called Christmas and The Christmasaurus.Could one simple wish start a ... wish-tastrophe? One winter evening, Lydia Marmalade arrives at Lady Partridge''s mansion. She has nothing to her name except her sausage dog, Colin, but she''s determined to make this her new home. Lady Partridge isn''t at all keen to make Lydia part of the family. If Lydia doesn''t behave herself until the end of the winter season, she''ll cast her off entirely. And now her mother''s gone, Lydia doesn''t have anywhere else to live.Helped (and often hindered) by a mischievous winter sprite, a grumpy butler and a hungry Colin, Lydia makes a wish on the most magical night of the year. Little does sh
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Cranthorpe Millner Publishers Mystery at Shinglepits High
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£8.54
Hachette Children's Group DreamWorks Gabbys Dollhouse The Easter Kitty
Book SynopsisWhen Gabby unboxes an Easter basket with an egg inside, all the Gabby Cats want to know what will hatch. But when the egg rolls away, Gabby and Pandy must go on a springtime search through the Dollhouse to find it. Will they find the Easter Kitty Bunny along the way?
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Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Pte Ltd Miracles and Magic: When a Child Sleeps
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Scholastic Fighting Fantasy Deathtrap Dungeon
Book SynopsisPART STORY, PART GAME - PURE ADVENTURE! Are YOU brave enough to enterevil Baron Sukhumvit's devilish dungeon and take part in hisTrial of Champions? It's a trap-filled and monster-infested labyrinthwhere you'll compete against five other adventurers to collectcertain gems, which are the key to escaping and winning the Trial.
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Walker Books Ltd The Mortal Instruments 2 City of Ashes
Book SynopsisSecond in Cassandra Clare's internationally bestselling Mortal Instruments series about the Shadowhunters.Discover more secrets about the Shadowhunters as they fight to protect the world from demons in the second book in the internationally bestselling Mortal Instruments series. Love and power are the deadliest temptations Haunted by her past, Clary is dragged deeper into New York City''s terrifying underworld of demons and Shadowhunters but can she control her feelings for a boy who can never be hers? This edition contains a map and a new foreword by Cassandra Clare. Read all the sensational books in The Shadowhunter Chronicles: The Mortal Instruments, The Infernal Devices, Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy, The Bane Chronicles, The Dark Artifices, The Last Hours and The Shadowhunter's Codex.Trade Review"* "Funny, dark, and sexy... Cassie's writing makes my toes curl with envy." Holly Black, author of The Spiderwick Chronicles"
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Oneworld Publications A Sequence of Cosmic Accidents
Book SynopsisAn epic intergalactic adventure with a dash of darkness and lots of humour
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Hachette Children's Group How to Train Your Dragon How to Twist a Dragons
Book SynopsisRead the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films! Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup''s father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero. Over on Lava-Lout Island, the volcano is ready to blow. Now Hiccup faces a terrifying Quest to Stop the Volcano Exploding, alongside his best friend Fishlegs and Humungously Hotshot the ex-Hero.But not only is Lava-Lout Island full of EXTERMINATOR DRAGONS, Hiccup''s ARCH ENEMY is also lurking - and he''s seeking REVENGE! How to Train Your Dragon is a major award-winning DreamWorks film series. There is also a new live action movie due to be released in 2025. The TV series, Riders of Berk, can be seen on CBeebies and Cartoon Network.Trade Review'exuberantly illustrated ... laugh out-loud books, they will convert even the most relcutant reader to take their first dip.' * Julia Golding, TES *'a hilarious and gripping adventure, beautifully paced and studded with great dramatic scenes.' * Amanda Craig, Times *'Cowell writes laugh-out-loud books with plenty of boy appeal ... Cowell's anarchic drawings suit the slapstick humour.' * The Herald *'Fiercely exciting and laugh-aloud funny, it is as full of joy for children of 7+ who have given up reading as for those who love it.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *Irresistably funny, exciting and endearing * Amanda Craig, The Times *CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK: This book is great fun and has a Blackadderish sense of humour ... full of the sort of jokes that will make schoolboys snigger. * Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times *How to Train Your Dragon is a delightful narrative caper... It offers a challenging read to 11-year-olds, and rewards reading aloud, especially for those who relish an element of theatre at story time. * Sunday Herald, Glasgow *... raucous and slapstick ... liberally illustrated with [Cressida Cowell's] riotous drawings, notes and maps. * The Financial Times *[Cressida Cowell] puts a contemporary spin on the old brains over brawn moral and brings the story to a climax with a thrilling dragon duel. Lots for lots of different readers to enjoy. * Books for Keeps *Bulging with good jokes, funny drawings and dramatic scenes, it is absolutely wonderful. * Independent on Sunday *'funny, outrageous and will lure in the most reluctant reader.' * The Spectator *'If you haven't discovered Hiccup yet, you're missing out on one of the greatest inventions of modern children's literature.' * Julia Eccleshare, Guardian children's editor *
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Usborne Publishing Magpie Girl
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Firefly Press Ltd This Dark Heart
Book SynopsisIn a world where shadow-like daayan' stalk the night only the mages of Agraal can defend the realm. When Princess Thiya discovers she is a rare healing mage, earth mage Isaac kidnaps her girlfriend, Amara, in a bid to lure her to the front line. Thiya must make a perilous journey, but who can she save?
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HarperCollins Publishers The Darkest Hour
Book SynopsisStep into the wild world of the Warrior Cats wild cat excitement, epic battles and tribal rivalry! Myths and legends surround the four cat clans, in this thrilling feline fantasy adventure.The thrilling saga of battling cat clans concludes in the sixth book of this fantastic feline fantasy.ThunderClan''s darkest hour is upon them, as Tigerstar''s quest for power plunges all the Clans into the most terrible danger any cat has ever faced. Fireheart prepares to pit his wits against his arch-enemy, but the real danger he must face is even more terrible.The time has come for phrophecies to unfold and for heroes to riseTrade ReviewPraise for A Dangerous Path "Brilliantly written by someone who knows what children like to read. Inspired." The Gateway "Another fabulous book in the excellent series… plenty of twists and turns. Any 9 to13 year old should have these books!" Kidaround ***** Warriors is the best series ever! A kid’s review, Amazon website Certain to please any young reader who has ever wondered what dreams of grandeur may haunt the family cat. Publishers Weekly Warriors: Into The Wild is the best book I've read in ages. It's really exciting… Even better than Brian Jaques’ Redwall. I can't wait for the next one! John Wood (age 12) Warriors: Fire and Ice. Characters remain true to their feline natures, adding to the plausibility of events in this tension-filled story. Readers will be happy to learn that another episode is in the works. Booklist Warriors: Forest of SecretsAnother dynamic episode sure to please series fans. Booklist
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Walker Books Ltd The Last Mapmaker
Book SynopsisFrom the visionary author of two 2021 Newbery Honor Books, comes a high-seas adventure set in a Thai-inspired fantasy world.A young woman struggles to unburden herself of the past and chart her own destiny in a world of secrets. As assistant to Mangkon’s most celebrated mapmaker, 12-year-old Sai plays the part of a well-bred young lady with a glittering future. In reality, her father is a low-life conman – and the truth could ruin her. Sai seizes the chance to join an expedition to chart the southern seas, but she isn’t the only one aboard with secrets. When Sai learns that the ship is heading for the fabled Sunderlands – a land of dragons, dangers and riches beyond imagining – she must weigh the cost of her dreams.A compelling and suspenseful middle-grade fantasy adventure.Trade ReviewExploits on the high seas and complex characters combine in a tale full of both excitement and heart. An engrossing adventure with the feeling of a whole world to be explored. * Kirkus Reviews (starred review) *Soontornvat deftly discusses themes of colonization and “discovery,”. . . Employing a presumed Asian cast of well-developed crew members with various skin tones and plenty of emotional depth, this high seas adventure deftly explores complex power dynamics and class hierarchies while maintaining a fast-paced clip. * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *All along, Soontornvat (a Newbery honoree for “A Wish in the Dark”) skillfully uses tropes to throw us off. Introduce a young, woebegone heroine questing after a flying monster for glory and the reader can’t help chasing the dragon with her. * The New York Times Book Review *Action drives the narrative forward, creating a real page-turner with intriguing characters. . . Blending Age of Sail historical fiction, adventure, and fantasy within a Thai-inspired setting, this original novel will leave readers hoping for sequels. * Booklist *Class structure, imperial greed, and environmental ravages underpin the narrative arc of this fantastical adventure story, resonating with our own contemporary issues. At the same time, Soontornvat’s Thai-inspired culture and geography provide a vivid backdrop. With emphasis on an intricate plot and quick, accessible prose, Soontornvat provides plenty of excitement while bringing questions of expansionism and de-colonization to young readers. * The Horn Book *
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Kingdom Over the Sea
Book Synopsis‘Enchanting, immersive and beautifully imagined. Once I’d finished, I couldn’t stop dreaming of this magnificent magical world’ A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief 'Spellbinding storytelling - lyrical, heartfelt, and glittering with possibilities' Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs'Intricately-woven and wholly authentic.' Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of StarsMy own Yara, if you are reading this, then something terrible has happened, and you are on your own. To return to the city of Zehaira, you must read out the words on the back of this letter . . . Good luck, my brave girl. When Yara’s mother passes away, she leaves behind a letter and a strange set of instructions. Yara must travel from the home she has always known to a place that is not on any map – Zehaira, a world of sorcTrade Review“Spellbinding storytelling - lyrical, heartfelt, and glittering with possibilities.” -- Sophie Anderson * author of The House with Chicken Legs *"A stunning story of the power of words and standing up for what’s right. Absolutely magnificent." -- Lizzie Huxley-Jones"Intricately-woven and wholly authentic." -- Aisha Bushby * author of A Pocket Full of Stars *“Pure alchemy on the page, every word woven with a spell of enchantment. I can't wait for a return trip to Zehaira.” -- Zillah Bethell“A beautiful book. Sumptuous and compelling, it had me gripped from the very first page. A magical thing.” -- Joanna Nadin"Lyrical prose, strong characters and an utterly enchanting magical world." -- Abi Elphinstone"Utterly mesmerising. I loved journeying with Yara!" -- A.M. Dassu"Beautifully written and utterly captivating – I loved it!" -- Sarah Crossan"Steeped in elemental magic and myth, with brilliantly real characters and breath-catching tension, this is storytelling readers won’t want to miss." -- Sarah Driver * author of The Huntress Trilogy *“One of the best children’s fantasy debuts I’ve read in years.” -- Anna James * author of the Pages & Co Series *"A glorious debut brimming with magic and warmth. The Kingdom Over The Sea dazzled me every time I turned the page." -- Natasha Hastings"Undoubtably a classic in the making. A rich, magical world that any child would long to get lost in." -- Sarah Underwood
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The Gilded Ones
Book SynopsisThe must-read epic fantasy of 2021, as featured on Cosmo, Buzzfeed, BookRiot and Refinery 29. In this West African-inspired world, girls are outcasts by blood and warriors by choice, perfect for fans of Children of Blood and Bone and Black Panther.Trade ReviewFans of Children of Blood and Bone and Black Panther are going to adore this one. * Buzzfeed *[A] stormingly good debut * The Observer *Utterly transporting and on a massive scale, this is the new series you've been searching for. * Stylist *The first in a fantasy trilogy with battles, betrayals and a search for identity. * S Magazine *Namina Forna could be the Toni Morrison of YA Fantasy. * Refinery 29 *This is an empowering read that you won't want to put down and that will be enjoyed by teenagers and adults alike. * Press Association *This story has real credibility and depth. To be enjoyed by teenagers and adults alike. * Irish Examiner *Namina has been called the Toni Morrison of YA Fantasy so this is worth reading. * The Irish News *
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Hachette Children's Group The Vampire Diaries Nightfall
Book SynopsisA phenomenally popular vampire romance sequence - now showing on ITV2 - from the best selling author of Night World, L. J. Smith.Elena Gilbert is alive - again!When Elena sacrificed herself to save the two vampire brothers who love her she was consigned to a fate beyond death. Until a powerful supernatural force pulled her back.Now Elena is not just human. She has powers. What''s more, her blood pulses with a unique force that makes her irresistible to any vampire.Both brothers still want Elena to be theirs, but something bigger and more powerful than all of them may want her more...
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Stig of the Dump A Puffin Book
Book SynopsisPuffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every child. The Thing sitting in the corner seemed to be interested. It got up and moved towards Barney, into the light. Barney was glad to see it was Somebody after all. Funny way to dress though, he thought, rabbit-skins round the middle and no shoes or socks. Barney spends a lot of time by himself, and often goes wandering off alone. One day he is exploring by the edge of an old chalk-pit, when it gives way. Finding himself in some sort of cave, Barney is astonished to discover a ''somebody'' living there: somebody with a lot of shaggy hair and two bright black eyes, wearing a rabbit skin and speaking in grunts. Barney names him Stig, and the two quickly become best friends. Of course nobody believes Barney when he tells his family all about Stig. But Barney doesn''t care. He and Stig are far too busy having a brilliant series of unforgettable adventures. Much-beloved by childr
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Penguin Random House Children's UK King of Dead Things
Book SynopsisTwo lives are about to collide. A journey of self-discovery.For fans of dark fantasy like Cemetery Boys, Noughts and Crosses and Threads that Bind from major new YA talent Jamaican British author Nevin HolnessThe first time Eli had tried taking magic that wasn't his, it had wrapped around his palms like razor wire, tight enough that he'd needed stitches. Since then, Eli had bled magic from a soul enough times that he knew the rhythm of it. He knew what kinds of magic to stay away from and which he could upsell, which would get stuck beneath his fingernails and which would crumble and turn to ash if he held on too tightly. Eli doesn''t know who he is or where he came from. What he does know is that he can pluck the magic from a soul like a petal from a flower. And he knows there is nothing he wouldn''t borrow, steal or destroy in order to discover his past.Malcolm knows he can raise the dead with a wave of his han
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Quidditch Through the Ages
Book SynopsisA perennial bestseller in the wizarding world and one of the most popular books in the Hogwarts School library, Quidditch Through the Ages contains all you will ever need to know about the history, the rules and the breaking of the rules of the noble sport of Quidditch. Packed with fascinating facts, this definitive guide by the esteemed Quidditch writer Kennilworthy Whisp charts the game's history from its early origins in the medieval mists on Queerditch Marsh, through to the modern-day sport loved by so many wizard and Muggle families around the world. With comprehensive coverage of famous Quidditch teams, the commonest fouls, the development of racing brooms, and much more, this is a must-have sporting bible for all Harry Potter fans, Quidditch lovers and players, whether the weekend amateur or the seasoned Chudley Cannons season-ticket holder. This brand new edition of the most famous sports book in the wizarding world pairs J.K. Rowling's original text, wiTrade ReviewAnyone who plays or watches Quidditch regularly will relish Mr Whisp's book * Albus Dumbledore *A veritable treasure trove of hitherto unknown facts about the sport of warlocks * Bathilda Bagshot, author of A HISTORY OF MAGIC *A thoroughly enjoyable book; Quidditch fans are sure to find it both instructive and entertaining * Which Broomstick? *
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Hachette Children's Group How to Train Your Dragon How to Fight a Dragons
Book SynopsisRead the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films! Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup''s father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero. It is the Doomsday of Yule. At the end of this day, either the humans or the dragons will face extinction. Alvin the Treacherous is about to be crowned the King of the Wilderwest on the island of Tomorrow. His reign of terror will begin with the destruction of dragons everywhere.The fate of the dragon world lies in the hands of one young boy: Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third. If Hiccup can''t beat Alvin the Treacherous then the entire human AND dragon race will become extinct. The time has come to prove himself, once and for all. Will Hiccup - with the help of his friends FishlTrade ReviewThere is a deep humanity to the novel's resolution, which understands that endings are not really endings at all, and that life contains a mixture of the good, the evil and the just plain ordinary. The best children's books make the world magical. As every child looks for Narnia in the back of a wardrobe, so I hope that, for years to come, children will see dragons all around them. How to fight a dragon's fury is a resounding finale, full of fire and smoke, love, honour and old fashioned thrills. It's a triumph. -- Philip Womack * The Daily Telegraph *Very funny * Evening Echo (Cork) *Praise for the series: Cressida Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books fill every spread with scales and fangs and typographical jeux d'esprit * The Independent *I am really sad this series has ended because it's my absolute favourite series. I have enjoyed all of Hiccup's adventures and really wish dragons were real; I would love to go into my garden and discover a Riproarer or maybe a triple-headed Deadly Shadow * The Guardian *Brilliantly written * Woman’s Way *An epic finale -- Noah Sanders, aged 10 * Northern Scot Midweek Extra *There are some really touching moments alongside rip roaring adventure...I am going to really miss Hiccup's dragon Toothless * South Wales Evening Post *Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books stand out not only for their humour, excitement, and startlingly vivid descriptive language, but also, more surprisingly, for their profound meditations on complex political, historical, emotional and moral themes. They incite children to reason and to question, and inspire their imagination and inquisitiveness. * Philosophy Now Magazine *Cowell still writes these with pep and inventiveness * The Daily Telegraph *If your child's already a fan they'll devour this in a few hours; if not, cancel all Christmas plans and prepare for some mammoth reading sessions * The School Run *My children's book of the year... [How to Train Your Dragon] has kept a consistent flow of brilliant characters, jokes, stylish writing, illustrations and ideas - and the finale is tremendous. Her geeky, once-despised Viking hero, Hiccup, saves humanity (and dragons) from certain doom in an unpredictable, satisfying way. This series is one of the greatest ever written for those between eight and 12. Buy them all and your holidays will be blessed with perfect peace. -- Amanda Craig * The New Statesman *Wihtout question, Cowell has crafted a modern classic. The world she has created, throwing readers back into a time when dragons and humans inhabited the same place, is every bit as consuming and deep as Harry's in Hogwarts ... And so the fight -- part Doctor Who, part biblical epic -- begins.gripping, a worthy end to something very special * The Big Issue *Cressida Cowell won the Philosophy Now prize this year ... it turns out that the adventures of Hiccup, the Heroes and the dragons raise big questions about courage, parent-child relationships, friendship, bullying, what is means to be a boy and particularly, what is truly valuable. This opens with a sock-it-to-'em chapter and builds from there * The Sunday Times *This book is awesome; a truly fitting finale for such an amazing series * The guardian.com *Flaming good * Daily Express *The future is in the hands of a popular hero, Hiccup, who'll make you laugh along the way. Superb illustrations, too. * Chase *The story is full of excitement, danger, magic and triumph. This tremendous final adventure for Hiccup and his dragons is unmissable * The Week Junior *[Toothless] is the world's most adorable dragon, and there are probably very few who would argue that * Express.co.uk *With a story that soars and dips, twists and turns like a dragon's flight path, this is the brilliant final episode in a series that belongs on the bookshelves of every child who loves a turbulent thriller of a take * Daily Record *If your children haven't discovered these brilliant stories yet, they're missing a trick. * Daily Express *Now out in paperback is How to Fight a Dragon's Fury, the 12th and last in the series of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III's hilariously haphazard instruction manuals on how to be a hero the hard way * Evening Echo (Cork) *This is my favourite book ever! It's about different types of dragons, how they behave and how to find them! ... I adore this book so much that I couldn't stop reading it! * The guardian.com *There is a deep humanity to the novel's resolution, which understands that endings are not really endings at all, and that life contains a mixture of the good, the evil and the just plain ordinary. The best children's books make the world magical. As every child looks for Narnia in the back of a wardrobe, so I hope that, for years to come, children will see dragons all around them. How to fight a dragon's fury is a resounding finale, full of fire and smoke, love, honour and old fashioned thrills. It's a triumph. -- Philip Womack * The Daily Telegraph *Cowell addresses some big issues in this magical and mysterious tale that is bound to become a modern classic * The Independent *Very funny * Evening Echo (Cork) *Praise for the series: Cressida Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books fill every spread with scales and fangs and typographical jeux d'esprit * The Independent *I am really sad this series has ended because it's my absolute favourite series. I have enjoyed all of Hiccup's adventures and really wish dragons were real; I would love to go into my garden and discover a Riproarer or maybe a triple-headed Deadly Shadow * The Guardian *Brilliantly written * Woman’s Way *An epic finale -- Noah Sanders, aged 10 * Northern Scot Midweek Extra *There are some really touching moments alongside rip roaring adventure...I am going to really miss Hiccup's dragon Toothless * South Wales Evening Post *Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books stand out not only for their humour, excitement, and startlingly vivid descriptive language, but also, more surprisingly, for their profound meditations on complex political, historical, emotional and moral themes. They incite children to reason and to question, and inspire their imagination and inquisitiveness. * Philosophy Now Magazine *Cowell still writes these with pep and inventiveness * The Daily Telegraph *If your child's already a fan they'll devour this in a few hours; if not, cancel all Christmas plans and prepare for some mammoth reading sessions * The School Run *My children's book of the year... [How to Train Your Dragon] has kept a consistent flow of brilliant characters, jokes, stylish writing, illustrations and ideas - and the finale is tremendous. Her geeky, once-despised Viking hero, Hiccup, saves humanity (and dragons) from certain doom in an unpredictable, satisfying way. This series is one of the greatest ever written for those between eight and 12. Buy them all and your holidays will be blessed with perfect peace. -- Amanda Craig * The New Statesman *Wihtout question, Cowell has crafted a modern classic. The world she has created, throwing readers back into a time when dragons and humans inhabited the same place, is every bit as consuming and deep as Harry's in Hogwarts ... And so the fight -- part Doctor Who, part biblical epic -- begins.gripping, a worthy end to something very special * The Big Issue *Cressida Cowell won the Philosophy Now prize this year ... it turns out that the adventures of Hiccup, the Heroes and the dragons raise big questions about courage, parent-child relationships, friendship, bullying, what is means to be a boy and particularly, what is truly valuable. This opens with a sock-it-to-'em chapter and builds from there * The Sunday Times *This book is awesome; a truly fitting finale for such an amazing series * The guardian.com *Flaming good * Daily Express *The future is in the hands of a popular hero, Hiccup, who'll make you laugh along the way. Superb illustrations, too. * Chase *The story is full of excitement, danger, magic and triumph. This tremendous final adventure for Hiccup and his dragons is unmissable * The Week Junior *[Toothless] is the world's most adorable dragon, and there are probably very few who would argue that * Express.co.uk *With a story that soars and dips, twists and turns like a dragon's flight path, this is the brilliant final episode in a series that belongs on the bookshelves of every child who loves a turbulent thriller of a take * Daily Record *If your children haven't discovered these brilliant stories yet, they're missing a trick. * Daily Express *Now out in paperback is How to Fight a Dragon's Fury, the 12th and last in the series of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III's hilariously haphazard instruction manuals on how to be a hero the hard way * Evening Echo (Cork) *This is my favourite book ever! It's about different types of dragons, how they behave and how to find them! ... I adore this book so much that I couldn't stop reading it! * The guardian.com *
£7.59
Sweet Cherry Publishing The Road to Oz
Book SynopsisPrincess Ozma’s birthday celebration is set to be the most magnificent party of all time, and everybody who’s anybody in Oz is desperate for an invitation. As for Dorothy and her friends, lost out in the lands beyond the Deadly Desert, they must use their heads and discover a way to get back to the Emerald City if they are to be in attendance on this most special occasion. But will they manage to get there in time? Book 5 of the 15 book series by L. Frank Baum. Journey through the magical world of Oz with Dorothy and friends with these beloved timeless classics.Trade Review"It was great fun to go back and revisit the story of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz through this amazing book… The book cover illustration is fantastic, very pleasing to the eye and great for kids. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz deserves no less than 5 out of 5 stars.” - Rachel Bustin, Parenting blogger
£4.49
Fox & Ink Books Wyrdwood
£8.54
Scholastic Mortal Engines Ian McQue boxset x4
Book SynopsisMORTAL ENGINES launched Philip Reeve's brilliantly-imagined creation,the world of the Traction Era, where mobile cities fight forsurvival in a post-apocalyptic future. Now, in time for the filmdebut, the critically acclaimed MORTAL ENGINES quartet is repackagedin a boxset with fantastic and eye-catching covers featuringnew artwork.
£28.76
Templar Publishing The Wood Where Magic Grows
Book SynopsisThe first book in an enchanting new series from the author of the bestselling THE BOY WHO GREW DRAGONS, full of unexpected adventure, wonder and wildness, and just a little touch of magic! 'A warm, witty and wondrous adventure' - Maz Evans, author of WHO LET THE GODS OUT?'Brimming with humour and heart, this is the kind of storytelling that young readers will adore' - Abi Elphinstone, author of EMBER SPARKHave you ever looked at a tree and seen a face staring back? Maybe you spotted a knobbly brow or a knotty pair of eyes, or even a mossy beard? Well, next time you do, stop staring and say hello! When Iggy discovers overgrown Wildtop Wood at the end of his new garden, he couldn't be more excited. A whole new world opens up for him and his brother Cal, high in the treetops, a world of tangled greenery and unexpected adventure.But some say the wood is a place of danger and mystery. And as Iggy and Cal venture further into the trees, they hear whispers of a fading green magic, and scampering animals seem to be leading them to a secret deep at the heart of the wood. Could it be that the wood needs them just as much as they need it?Are you ready to join the Treetoppers?Then come on in - the Green is waiting!
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Kane Chronicles 02. The Throne of Fire
Book SynopsisEver since the gods of Ancient Egypt were unleashed on the modern world, Carter Kane and his sister, Sadie, have been in big trouble. As descendants of the magical House of Life, they command certain powers. But now a terrifying enemy - Apophis, the giant snake of chaos - is rising.Trade ReviewStorytelling that will get readers hooked. -- Philip Ardagh * The Guardian *Witty and inspired. Gripping, touching and deliciously satirical * Times *A fantastic blend of myth and modern * Eoin Colfer, author of Artemis Fowl *Sure to become a classic * Sunday Express *
£8.54
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Wee Free Men
Book SynopsisTerry Pratchett was the acclaimed creator of the global bestselling Discworld series, the first of which, The Colour of Magic, was published in 1983. In all, he was the author of over fifty bestselling books which have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood for services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any. www.terrypratchettbooks.comTrade ReviewA clear example of a comic fantasy classic and, well . . . Crivens! It deserves t'sell a millyun copies * Sunday Express *
£13.49
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Tales of Beedle the Bard
Book SynopsisThe Tales of Beedle the Bard have been favourite bedtime reading in wizarding households for centuries. Full of magic and trickery, these classic tales both entertain and instruct, and remain as captivating to young wizards today as they were when Beedle first put quill to parchment in the fifteenth century. There are five tales in all: ''The Tale of the Three Brothers'' Harry Potter fans will know from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows; ''The Fountain of Fair Fortune'', ''The Warlock''s Hairy Heart'', ''The Wizard and the Hopping Pot'' and ''Babbitty Rabbitty and her Cackling Stump' complete the collection. These narrative gems are accompanied by explanatory notes by Professor Albus Dumbledore (included by kind permission of the Hogwarts Headmaster's archive). His illuminating thoughts reveal the stories to be much more than just simple moral tales, and are sure to make Babbitty Rabbitty and the slug-belching Hopping Pot as familiar to Muggles as Snow White and CinderTrade ReviewA moralist, a magician and a great liberal, Beedle is to the wizarding world what Hans Christian Andersen is to Muggles (non-magical people). Refreshingly original … and surprisingly satisfying. The Tales of Beedle the Bard contains all the playful humour and down-to-earth detail that makes her wizarding world so seductive * Sunday Times *Five enchanting tales told with the author’s confident mixture of wit and wariness tell lessons for both children and parents alike * Sunday Express *The stories are simple, original, diverse, witty and wise . . . a storytelling treat * Books for Keeps *
£11.69
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Not for the Faint of Heart
Book SynopsisRip-roaringly romantic, fast-paced and funny - discover the brand new Sapphic historical fantasy adventure from the author of Cafe Nero Award shortlisted, YA Book Prize nominated and Books Are My Bag Reader''s Award winner, Gwen and Art Are Not in LoveYou aren't merry,' said Clem to her captor. And you aren't all men. So there's been some marketing confusion somewhere along the line.'Mariel, a newly blooded captain of the Merry Men, is desperate to live up to the legacy of her grandfather, the legendary Robin Hood. Clem, a backwoods assistant healer known for her new-fangled cures, just wants to help people.When Mariel''s ramshackle band kidnap Clem as retribution for her guardian helping the Sheriff of Nottingham, all seems to be going (sort of) to plan until Jack Hartley, Mariel's father and Commander of the Merry Men, is captured in a deadly ambush. Determined to prove herself, Mariel sets out to get him back with her annoying
£8.88
New Frontier Publishing Other Wise Hearts
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£9.49
Frances Lincoln Ltd The Story Orchestra Carnival of the Animals Press
Book SynopsisThe next title in this best-selling sound series reimagines Carnival of the Animals, one of the most famous suites of music for children, by Camille Saint-Saëns. Trade Review“The Story Orchestra: Carnival of the Animals provides an unforgettable introduction to this well-known piece of classical music.” -- Emmie Stuart * BookPage *“Unique, wonderfully entertaining, and very highly recommended.” * Midwest Book Review *
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Iron Heart
Book SynopsisCritically acclaimed author Nina Varela delivers a stunning sequel to the richly imagined queer epic fantasy Crier’s War, which SLJ called “perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas’s Throne of Glass.” For too long, Automae have lorded over the kingdom of Rabu, oppressing its human citizens. But the human revolution has risen, and at its heart is Ayla. Once a handmaiden, now a fugitive, Ayla narrowly escaped the palace of Lady Crier, the girl she would’ve killed if she hadn’t fallen in love first. Now Ayla has pledged her allegiance to Queen Junn, who can help accomplish the human rebellion’s ultimate goal: destroy the Iron Heart. Without its power, the Automae will be weakened to the point of extinction. Ayla wants to succeed, but can’t shake the strong feelings she’s developed for Crier. And unbeknownst to her, Crier has also fled the palace, taking up among traveling rebels, determined to find and protect Ayla. Even as their paths collide, nothing can prepare them for the dark secret underlying the Iron Heart.Trade Review"Thrilling. A richly developed conclusion to the duology." — School Library Journal
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