Children’s / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Tiara on the Terrace
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£15.29
HarperCollins Nothing Left to Ooze
Book SynopsisThe living dead are back and they mean business in Nothing Left to Ooze, book five of John Kloepfer''s sidesplitting Zombie Chasers tween series, with illustrations by David DeGrand. Loaded with middle school shenanigans, fast-paced adventure, hilarious black-and-white drawings throughout, and—of course—a slew of brain-gobbling ghouls, The Zombie Chasers #5: Nothing Left to Ooze is the perfect pick for fans of the series and zombie aficionados everywhere!After the original antidote wears off and millions of Americans suddenly rezombify, Zack Clarke and his crew of Zombie Chasers are on a mission to find a lasting cure. But to stop the undead for good, they''ll have to track down a brand-new Zombie Chaser first!Hitting the road again, the Zombie Chasers set out on a zany international expedition where they''ll have to plow through abominable snow zombies on the Niagara River and outrun slime-drooling thrill-seekers at the biggest and best a
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Galaxys Most Wanted
Book SynopsisAliens Attack! When science camp buddies Kevin, Warner, Tara, and TJ summon alien life to earth, they quickly find out that not all extraterrestrials come in peace. Can they stop an alien takeover and save the world in time to win the Invention Convention? John Kloepfer, author of the popular Zombie Chasers books, has done it again. Galaxy's Most Wanted is full of sidesplitting descriptions; a fast-paced, silly plot; a cast of diverse and endearing characters; and a slew of creepy-crawly aliens oozing off the page. With out-of-this-world black-and-white illustrations by Nick Edwards throughout, the first book in this new series is going to blast off!Meet the Characters: Kevin: Science genius. Physics, biology, chemistry, you name it, Kevin can do it. He's the brains of the operation, leader of the crew. Warner Reed: Kevin's best friend and resident cool dude. He's the guy to see if you've got a 2 a.m. junk food cr
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Galaxys Most Wanted 3 Starship Bloopers
Book SynopsisKid genius Kevin Brewer and his friends are blasting off into space in the final installment of John Kloepfer's hilarious illustrated middle grade series Galaxy's Most Wanted, a perfect fit for reluctant readers.You'd think saving the universe not once but twice would buy you a little time off.Trade ReviewPraise for the Zombie Chasers series: "Kloepfer's first is a Zombieland for the middle-school set: funny, off-color and extremely gross. A great pick for the child who thought Diary of a Wimpy Kid just needed more motile corpses." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for the Zombie Chasers series: "A quick, fun read, loaded with jokes and middle-school sarcasm." -- School Library Journal Praise for the Zombie Chasers series: "If there's an award for the grossest descriptions of zombies, Kloepfer would win it. Preteen boys will love it." -- St. Paul Pioneer Press Praise for The Zombie Chasers 2: Undead Ahead: "Written with tongue firmly in cheek-and other body parts all over the landscape-this book will appeal to reluctant readers, particularly middle school boys." -- School Library Journal
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Galaxys Most Wanted 2 Into the Dorkness
Book SynopsisKid genius Kevin Brewer and his friends must defend Earth from an invasion of vengeful aliens in the second installment of John Kloepfer's hilarious illustrated middle grade series Galaxy's Most Wanted, a perfect fit for reluctant readers.With a full-blown intergalactic war brewing, Kevin and his science-camp friends must battle two of the nastiest aliens this side of the Milky Way. It would take a genius to outsmart these extraterrestrial criminals. Lucky for Earth, Kevin and his friends are space-age masterminds.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Diary of a Fly
Book SynopsisThis is the diary . . . of a fly.Even though she''s little—just like her best friends, Worm and Spider—Fly wants to be a superhero. And why not? She walks on walls, sees in all directions at once, and can already fly!Doreen Cronin and Harry Bliss, the team behind the #1 New York Times bestsellers Diary of a Worm and Diary of a Spider, reach hilarious heights with their story of a little fly who''s not afraid to dream big. Really big.
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Elvis and the Underdogs
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Elvis and the Underdogs
Book SynopsisFrom Jenny Lee, writer on the Disney Channel show Shake It Up!, the number-one-rated kids' show in the country, this feel-good middle-grade novel is about a sickly boy whose life is turned upside down when he gets a therapy dog .Trade Review"A lighthearted enjoyable read." -- School Library Journal (starred review) "A funny, unabashedly feel-good boy-and-dog story... This crowd-pleasing debut is definitely ready for prime time." -- Booklist (starred review) "This children's book debut from Lee, a writer and producer on Disney's 'Shake It Up' sitcom (and clearly a dog lover), is suffused with optimism." -- Publishers Weekly "That Elvis is a dog of dogs: the smartest, the bravest, the funniest. Also, the biggest. No wonder Benji's adventures with him are hilarious and action-packed! Such a very fun read." -- Emily Jenkins, author of INVISIBLE INKLING and TOYS GO OUT "It's impossible not to fall in love with Elvis and Benji. And here I thought I was the only person who actually had conversations with his dog..." -- Chris Rylander, author of THE FOURTH STALL
£9.38
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Genius Files 5 License to Thrill 05
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£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Flashback Four 2
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£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pinkalicious and the Pink Parakeet
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£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc I Am Otter
Book SynopsisThe curious, charming, playful, and internet-famous Otter makes her picture book debut in I Am Otter by author-illustrator Sam Garton. I am Otter, and this is a book about me and my best friends, Otter Keeper and Teddy. And it's about the fun and messy (and little bit scary) adventure we had one day when Otter Keeper was at work.Trade Review"A bright and hilarious escapade about an otter who, bored while her owner's at work, opens a toast restaurant. Hysterical." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "This fully realized picture book captures warmth, imagination, and playfulness in the character of Otter." -- School Library Journal "Good-natured fun." -- Booklist "Garton's debut picture book does a bang-up job of introducing Otter. There's a lovely dimensionality and sense of physical comedy in Garton's digitally created artwork. Combined with Otter's winning brand of self-importance, it's plenty to propel her into future adventures." -- Publishers Weekly
£13.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Frankencrayon
Book SynopsisIngenuity and surprise rule in this funny and colorful companion to Red: A Crayon’s Story written and illustrated by Michael Hall, the New York Times–bestselling creator of My Heart Is Like a Zoo.The crayons are ready to tell the thrilling tale of Frankencrayon.Trade Review"A just-for-fun mash-up of monster movie references and schoolroom shenanigans...Hall's genius application of crayon drawings and cut-paper collage creates a product that any child could see himself making, and that's how artists and authors are born. A monstrously entertaining read." -- School Library Journal (starred review) "The bright cut-paper crayons hold a running commentary as a humorous Greek chorus, and the scribble's appearance against both black and white backgrounds adds striking visuals, effectively supporting the ultimate message of inclusion and creative problem solving." -- Booklist "Hall fills his story within a story with intrigue, theater, and a whole lot of silly. ...The illustrations are compelling, with cut-paper crayons and a variety of textures and typefaces." -- Kirkus Reviews "This book's complex plot-within-a-plot structure provides punchy entertainment to keep readers engaged throughout and offers inspiration for thinking about theater, bookmaking, and storytelling." -- The Horn Book "A lot of fun...it will grab and hold the attention of many little characters who like to play monsters." -- Boston Globe "Perfect for all ages...Hall's tale elevates Frankencrayon above simple entertainment, beginning with a nod to classic literature and slowly delivering a story within a story, with unexpected turns that will guarantee a laugh...this delightfully creative book, populated by its charming 'scary guys,' deserves multiple readings." -- BookPage.com
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Stick Dog Stick Dog 1
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£10.25
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Stick Dog Wants a Hot Dog 2 Stick Dog 2
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£8.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancy Spring Fashion Fling A Springtime
Book SynopsisWhat better way to celebrate spring than with a fashion show hosted by Fancy Nancy and her friend Bree! Nancy and Bree create magnificent costumes for their dolls Marabelle and Chiffon to wear at the Spring Fling Fashion Show.
£7.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancy The Worst Secret Keeper Ever
Book SynopsisJoin Fancy Nancy in a fabulous story about the love and battles between siblings, complete with fancy stickers!JoJo is telling all of Nancy's secrets—she just can't help it! But when Bree comes over to watch a movie that only Nancy has seen before, Nancy realizes it's very hard to keep a secret.
£7.47
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancy Nancy Clancy Soccer Mania
Book SynopsisNancy Clancy hits the soccer field in New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser’s sixth Nancy Clancy chapter book.Normally, Nancy doesn’t like dressing like everyone else.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancy Nancy Clancy Soccer Mania 6 Nancy
Book SynopsisNancy Clancy hits the soccer field in New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser’s sixth Nancy Clancy chapter book.Normally, Nancy doesn’t like dressing like everyone else.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancy Nancy Clancy LateBreaking News
Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling team Jane O'Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser comes Nancy Clancy starring in the eighth installment of her chapter book series: Nancy Clancy and the Late-Breaking News. Now in paperback!
£8.13
HarperCollins OConnor J Fancy Nancy Peanut Butter and Jellyfish
Book SynopsisJoin Fancy Nancy on an exciting trip to the aquarium in this Fancy Nancy I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling team Jane O''Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser. During a class trip to the aquarium, Fancy Nancy is enjoying all the incredible sea creatures—that is until she comes to the jellyfish exhibit! With the help of Ms. Glass and her friends, Nancy learns to overcome her fear of jellyfish, and she makes her teacher a special project to say thank you. Fans of Fancy Nancy will delight as they experience the fun of sea life right alongside Nancy.Fancy Nancy: Peanut Butter and Jellyfish is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it''s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition.
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancy Its Backward Day
Book SynopsisLaugh along as Nancy and her friends do everything backward in this Fancy Nancy I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser!Why is everything topsy-turvy today?
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Todhunter Moon Book Two Sandrider
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£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Nerdy Dozen 2 Close Encounters of the Nerd
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£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Stick Dog Chases a Pizza
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£12.34
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Stick Dog Dreams of Ice Cream
Book SynopsisStick Dog and his pals are back, but this time the temperature is rising and they''re all feeling the heat. They need cold, cold ice cream on this hot, hot day!It will take all of Stick Dog''s smarts to guide his friends to a scrumptious ice-cream feast. They''ll battle a water-attacking machine, discover rainbow puddles, and chase the strangest, loudest truck they''ve ever seen.But there''s a looming threat to their mission—Stick Dog gets spotted by a human. And the police are on his tail. If he''s captured, Stick Dog may never see his friends again. If he escapes, it''s ice cream for everyone.With hilarious text and stick-figure drawings, reluctant readers will eat this one up! Perfect for fans of such series as Dog Man, Big Nate, Timmy Failure, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.Other favorites in the series include Stick Dog Wants a Hot Dog, Stick Dog Chases a Pizza, and many more!
£13.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Teddy Mars Book 3
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£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Clark the Shark and the Big Book Report
Book SynopsisBe bold, be smart, and speak from the heart!Clark the Shark is ready to present his book report to the class. But at the last minute, Clark gets stage fright and clams up in front of everybody. With a little help from his teacher, Mrs. Inkydink, will Clark be able to overcome his fears?With easy-to-read text and Clark’s trademark rhymes, this shark tale will prepare beginning readers to take a big bite out of reading! Also included are Clark the Shark’s Bite-Sized Facts, real facts on shark communication, behavior, and more! Clark the Shark and the Big Book Report is a Level One I Can Read, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
£6.46
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Danny and the Dinosaur Too Tall
Book SynopsisDanny decides to cheer his friend up, and together they discover that being too tall might not be so bad after all.Readers first fell in love with Danny and his prehistoric pal in the I Can Read classic Danny and the Dinosaur, created by Syd Hoff in 1958.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Weird School Special Bunny Double Were in
Book SynopsisTrade Review"A.J.'s peppy account, the teachers' comical antics, plentiful hyperbolic humor, and cartoonlike illustrations make for an entertaining, fast-paced read that will draw series fans." -- ALA Booklist on Ms. Beard Is Weird! "Light, appealingly goofy... The lesson of the day here is fun." -- Publishers Weekly on Miss Daisy Is Crazy! "A sure-fire hit for the most reluctant reader." -- Kirkus Reviews on Miss Daisy Is Crazy!
£8.06
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Weirdest School 1 Mr. Cooper Is Super
Book SynopsisWith more than 30 million books sold, My Weird School really gets kids reading! Will Mr. Cooper protect the school from evil, or just embarrass it to death?Perfect for reluctant readers and word lovers alike, Dan Gutman's hugely popular My Weird School series has something for everyone.
£7.47
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Weirdest School 4 Mrs. Meyer Is on Fire
Book SynopsisWith more than 12 million books sold, My Weird School really gets kids reading!In this fourth book in the laugh-out-loud My Weirdest School series, the students of Ella Mentry School are learning about fire safety.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Weirdest School 5 Miss Daisy Is Still Crazy
Book SynopsisWith more than 30 million books sold, My Weird School really gets kids reading!In this fifth book in the laugh-out-loud My Weirdest School series, the students of Ella Mentry School are in for a surprise.
£7.47
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Weirdest School 6 Mr. Nick Is a Lunatic
Book SynopsisWith more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading!In this sixth book in the laugh-out-loud My Weirdest School series, the teachers of Ella Mentry School are on strike!
£7.47
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Tap to Play
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£14.39
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Amelia Bedelia Storybook Treasury Amelia Bedelias
Book SynopsisThis value-priced storybook collection features five previously published stories about the childhood of Amelia Bedelia, including Amelia Bedelia's First Day at School, Amelia Bedelia's First Field Trip, Amelia Bedelia Makes a Friend, Amelia Bedelia Sleeps Over, and Amelia Bedelia Hits the Trail.
£10.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancys Fabulous Fall Storybook Collection
Book SynopsisThis beautiful hardcover storybook features six Fancy Nancy classics by New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser: Fancy Nancy: Halloween . Fancy Nancy: Fancy Day in Room 1-A; Fans of the Fancy Nancy series will delight in this collection filled with Fancy Nancy’s autumn adventures!
£13.02
HarperCollins Bingham K Circle Square Moose
Book SynopsisIn this companion to the acclaimed Z Is for Moose, Moose infiltrates a book about shapes (because he loves shapes, naturally) and it is up to his best friend, Zebra, to restore order and save the day. Another triumph from the award-winning team of Kelly Bingham and Paul O. Zelinsky.This hilarious book manages to illustrate a fact or two about shapes while providing a three-dimensional stomping ground for best friends Moose and Zebra. What will happen? Who will save the day? It''s all up in the air until the final page, where Moose and Zebra (and Cat, too) create a perfect—and perfectly heartwarming—ending. This stand-alone companion to Z Is for Moose features a multilayered story told through text, asides, conversation bubbles, and pictures. Themes of friendship, exploration, and conflict resolution—and of course the concept of shapes, including the shape of a book—make this an ideal read-aloud for the elementary school classroom and
£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Zombie Chasers 7 World Zombination
Book SynopsisIn the final book in the beloved Zombie Chasers series, Zack Clarke and his zombie-fighting team travel across the world in search of an antidote that will stop the brain-gobbling outbreak once and for all. With all the middle school shenanigans, fast-paced adventure, and hilarious black-and-white drawings that have made this series a favorite of reluctant readers everywhere, The Zombie Chasers #7: World Zombination is an uproarious, gore-streaked finale that readers will love!From taming zombie jungle animals in Madagascar to unearthing zombie mummies—zummies—in Egypt to battling black-belt super zombies in China, it's the zombie chasers' slimiest adventure yet. Will the kids be able to get the antidote and unzombify the undead masses once and for all? Or will the putrid planet fall to the zombie scourge?
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Zombie Chasers 7 World Zombination
Book SynopsisWhat’s worse than mummies? Zombie mummies! The seventh and final installation of the wildly popular Zombie Chasers tween series from John Kloepfer, perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and reluctant readers everywhere and featuring hilarious black and white illustrations by David DeGrand, is the zombie chaser’s slimiest story yet!From taming zombie jungle animals in Madagascar to unearthing zombie mummies—zummies—in Egypt to battling black-belt super zombies in China, it''s the zombie chasers'' slimiest adventure yet. Will the kids be able to get the antidote and unzombify the undead masses once and for all? Or will the putrid planet fall to the zombie scourge?
£9.24
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Rappy Goes To School
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£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Two Girls Want a Puppy
Book SynopsisBased on a true story about two sisters and their creative plan to adopt a puppy.Cadence and Emi desperately want a puppy. But their dad isn't quite sure they're ready for all that responsibility. With a little determination and a brilliant plan, the girls show their dad that they are ready to adopt one. After all, they are super persistent, responsible, smart, and creative! Brought to life by Maple Lam's charming illustrations, this adorable picture book about two girls who want to adopt a puppy will delight young readers.
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Splat the Cat
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£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Splat the Cat and the Late Library Book
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£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Splat The Cat And The Big Secret
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£8.94
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Good Morning Grizzle Grump
Book SynopsisGrizzle Grump finally finds his food…along with another big surprise!In this follow-up to Goodnight, Grizzle Grump!, Aaron Blecha presents another lively read-aloud tale with heart and humor.Trade Review"maintains the brightly colored, crisp look of the first book, with a wonderfully detailed pictorial map depicting the biomes of Grizzle's world...like the first, a natural for reading aloud." -- Booklist "The cartoon-style illustrations in colored pencil have an immediate appeal...the brief text is well-paced and punchy, with lots of motion and comical details...Grizzle Grump and his odd squirrel friend are an unlikely but endearing pair." -- Kirkus Reviews
£13.95
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Charlie and the New Baby
Book SynopsisRee Drummond, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Pioneer Woman Cooks series of books, and her lovable hound Charlie share the joys and frustrations of welcoming a new little one in Charlie and the New Baby.With expressive illustrations by Diane deGroat, a delicious recipe from Ree Drummond, and the hilarious antics of Charlie, this hardcover picture book is an excellent gift.There''s nothing that makes Charlie''s soul rejoice more than naps and bacon. But when his daily routine of eating and sleeping is interrupted by a new baby calf, Abigail, Charlie is not happy.Things go from bad to worse when Charlie sees everyone rubbing Abigail''s belly instead of his; feeding her instead of him; and tucking Abigail in at the end of the day—in Charlie''s bed! Will Charlie be able to adjust to the new addition?A sweet and funny follow-up to the New York Times bestselling picture book Charlie the
£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Pet for Pete
Book SynopsisPete the Cat is back with another groovy I Can Read adventure from New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean.Pete the Cat can’t wait to get a new pet! He gets a goldfish he names Goldie. Pete paints a cool painting of Goldie and now everyone wants a piece of it! But Pete doesn''t have enough time to make one for everyone. Will Pete find a way to have fun painting Goldie and have time to finish his homework? From New York Times bestselling artist and author James Dean, Pete the Cat: A Pet for Pete is a My First I Can Read Book, which means it''s perfect for shared reading with a child.
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