Children’s / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Five Little Pumpkins
Book SynopsisAuthor and artist James Dean brings us a groovy rendition of the classic favorite children’s song “Five Little Pumpkins,” sung by cool cat Pete and perfect for Halloween. A New York Times bestselling favorite!Pete the Cat: Five Little Pumpkins is in a sturdy paper-over-board format and filled with vibrant, engaging illustrations for even the youngest of Pete fans.Young Halloween fans will enjoy chanting along with Pete:Five little pumpkinsSitting on a gate. The first one said, Oh my, it’s getting late.
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats SingAlong Story Collection
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£18.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues
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£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes
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£16.91
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Who Sleeps Cat the Cat
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£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Princess Kitty
Book SynopsisWhat’s a princess to do?From award-winning children’s book author Steve Metzger, and accompanied by colorful, vibrant illustrations by Ella Okstad, comes Princess Kitty, a sweet and silly story about a kitty who learns to share the spotlight.Perfect for fans of They All Saw a Cat and Bad Kitty!Trade Review“Cat lovers will recognize Princess Kitty’s sense of royal entitlement and find her charms irresistible, and at least a few will argue it’s high time their kitties get birthday parties of their own.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Young cat lovers will enjoy the story and will smile with recognition at Princess Kitty’s absurdities.” — School Library Journal
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington Takes the Air
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£9.49
HarperCollins Funny School Stories
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£18.99
HarperCollins My Favorite Spooky Stories Box Set 5 Silly
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£18.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington Here and Now
Book SynopsisPaddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This new paper-over-board edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by R.W. Alley.If Paddington Bear learned anything from his Uncle Pastuzo, it’s that home is where you hang your hat. And for Paddington, nothing feels quite like home than being with the Brown family. Whether Paddington is starring in a surprise concert performance while eating a marmalade sandwich or thwarting a burglary attempt from Gentleman Dan, the Drainpipe Man, this one-of-a-kind bear keeps the Brown family home full of adventure and laughter. First published in 2008, Paddington Here and Now is the twelfth classic novel about Michael Bond’s beloved classic character, Paddington Bear.
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington and the Christmas Surprise
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£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington in the Garden
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£16.19
HarperCollins How to Walk a Dump Truck
Book Synopsissocializing with other trucks, and much more.Peter Pearson and Mircea Catusanu’s follow-up to How to Eat an Airplane is clever fun for pet lovers and truck aficionados—whether their pet (or truck) barks, meows, or honks.Trade Review“Plenty of visual comedy [and] the central dump truck is cute to boot.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “A story that is sometimes hilarious and always absurd… a treat for vehicle-loving kids.” — Booklist “[An] engaging combination of the serious and the silly.” — Publishers Weekly
£15.06
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Mr. Puffball Escape from Castaway Island 3 Mr.
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Freaky, furry, first-rate fun! Mr. Puffball hits the big time, and scores big-time laughs.” — Tom Watson, author of Stick Dog
£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Case File 13 4 Curse of the Mummys Uncle
Book SynopsisWith thrills, chills, and laughs on every page, this fourth book in the tween series “sure to please young readers looking for a thrill” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) follows three monster-obsessed best friends on a trip to a haunted Mexican pyramid.The Three Monsterteers—Nick, Carter, and Angelo—have defeated the Zombie King, taken down a mad scientist, and even squared off with their own evil twins. But all that pales in comparison to the trio’s latest monster mystery, which begins with a family trip to Mexico to explore some forgotten Mayan pyramids alongside a group of archaeologists.When the boys arrive at the archaeological site, they learn of a previous expedition that vanished into these very pyramids fifty years ago. Angelo is convinced that aliens must have been involved, but Nick starts to suspect that the disappearance had more to do with an ancient Mayan curse—one that may still hang over the ruins today. Usi
£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Case File 13 4 Curse of the Mummys Uncle
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£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc What This Story Needs Is a Pig in a Wig A Pig in
Book SynopsisTrade Review"In a story with the echoes of Seuss and Willems, Virjan offers a very funny lesson about the unreliability of narrators." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A boatload of giggles will keep the reader returning for more easy-to-read fun." -- Kirkus Reviews
£10.97
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ella and Penguin Stick Together
Book SynopsisSoon Ella and Penguin find out that if they stick together, they can face anything.Megan Maynor's sweet and lively text, paired with Rosalinde Bonnet's irresistible illustrations, will have readers clamoring for more Ella and Penguin.Trade Review"Maynor, making her debut, backs up her perceptive premise with solid comic writing; even though Ella and Penguin's search for a nonscary, semidark viewing environment proves unsuccessful, their attempts have the authentic ring of kid ingenuity at work." -- Publishers Weekly "A sprightly girl with double buns in her dark hair and a tiny, squat penguin realize being brave is easy when you have a friend close by (glow-in-the-dark stickers help, too). Maynor, in her picture-book debut, tackles an oft-addressed phobia in an appreciated nonbedtime setting." -- Kirkus Reviews
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fortunately the Milk
Book SynopsisAn absolute delight of a madcap story for the young (and young-at-heart) by New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman, with equal parts pirates and piranhas, adventure and aliens, oddity and love. I bought the milk, said my father. I walked out of the corner shop, and heard a noise like this: t h u m m t h u m m. I looked up and saw a huge silver disc hovering in the air above Marshall Road.Hullo, I said to myself. That''s not something you see every day. And then something odd happened.Find out just how odd things get in this hilarious story of time travel and breakfast cereal, expertly told by Newbery Medalist and bestselling author Neil Gaiman.
£12.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Amelia Bedelia Chapter Book 5 Amelia Bedelia
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£7.57
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Amelia Bedelia Chapter Book 6 Amelia Bedelia
Book SynopsisIn the sixth book in the New York Times–bestselling chapter book series about the childhood of America's favorite housekeeper, Amelia Bedelia and her friends clean up a vacant lot in their neighborhood and build a clubhouse for explorers.Trade ReviewPraise for Amelia Bedelia's First Field Trip: "Parish has turned the clock back, making Amelia Bedelia young again and giving a new generation of readers the opportunity to enjoy her humor and self-confidence." -- Kirkus Reviews
£7.57
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Amelia Bedelia Chapter Book 9 Amelia Bedelia on
Book SynopsisIn the ninth chapter book in the New York Times–bestselling series, Amelia Bedelia and her friends at school explore different jobs and careers and think about what they want to be when they grow up!Trade Review"Parish has turned the clock back, making Amelia Bedelia young again and giving a new generation of readers the opportunity to enjoy her humor and self-confidence." -- Kirkus Reviews
£7.57
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Amelia Bedelia Chapter Book 10 Amelia Bedelia
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£7.57
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Amelia Bedelia Takes the Cake
Book SynopsisAmelia Bedelia has been loved by readers for more than fifty years, and it turns out that her childhood is full of silly mix-ups, too! The star of the best-selling picture book series now has her own Level 1 I Can Read series that will keep newly independent readers laughing, reading, and expanding their vocabularies.Trade Review"Amelia Bedelia comes up with a wonderful plan to help sell all the treats using clever plays on words. ...[an] easy read about a sure-to-please subject for fans of the series." -- School Library Journal
£6.92
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Samson The Piranha Who Went to Dinner
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£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc No One Leaves the Castle
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£16.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Thats What Dinosaurs Do
Book SynopsisFrom The Bad Seed and The Good Egg creators, Jory John and Pete Oswald, comes a story about a dinosaur who loves to ROAR.William the dinosaur likes to roar.Trade Review“...a sure storytime favorite.” — Booklist “A recommended read-aloud.” — School Library Journal
£15.06
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Chus Day
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£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fred Forgets
Book SynopsisFred is very forgetful. It’s a good thing his friend Monkey is around to help him remember what he was about to do. But wait—Fred wasn’t going to ride a unicycle upside down, and he definitely wasn’t going to wrestle a rhino. . . . Will Fred remember what he was doing before he peels one million bananas for Monkey?From the creator of Lazy Dave comes a humorous story about a forgetful elephant who may not be as forgetful as he seems!
£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Big Nate Super Scribbler
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£9.55
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Big Nate Doodlepalooza
Book SynopsisNow an animated series from Paramount + & Nickelodeon!This third Big Nate activity book—now in paperback—is jam-packed with new activities for Nate fans of all ages.Do you feel lost without a crossword puzzle in hand, a maze to confound your sense of direction, or perhaps a scribble to turn into a work of art? Well, fear not, because Big Nate Doodlepalooza has all those things . . . and more!110% guaranteed relief from boredom, including (but not limited to) brand-new sudoku puzzles, Nate and friends trivia, secret codes, mazes, and doodling games galore!“Big Nate is funny, big time.”—Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Runaway Booger
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£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Cranky Ballerina
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThis book will resonate with children, especially those who have yet to channel their misunderstood talents. A noteworthy addition for most collections. Fans of Gravel will get a kick out of this grouchy character. -- School Library Journal Praise for I LOVE MONSTERS: The abundance of rainbow-hued monsters suggests that Gravel probably had a grand time flinging darts at a color wheel. -- Kirkus Reviews
£12.99
HarperCollins Arlo Pips 3 New Kids in the Flock
Book SynopsisIn the grand finale of Elise Gravel''s graphic chapter book series that Kirkus called a charming treasure, Arlo the crow is going to be a dad! The third book in this quirky series from acclaimed author Elise Gravel is perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly and Castronauts.Parenting is tough—even for a genius like Arlo—but luckily he isn’t alone: his partner Marla and Uncle Pips are there to help! From building a new nest and taking care of Marla while she incubates the eggs to teaching the chicks everything they need to know, Arlo has his wings full. Join Arlo, Pips, Marla, and the new chicks as they explore this next big chapter in their lives.Snappy dialogue paired with a limited color scheme that''s perfect for newly independent readers, this final story has tons of amazing kid-pleasing bird facts.More praise for Arlo & Pips #1: King of the Crows: A New York Public Libra
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Olga and the Smelly Thing from Nowhere
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£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Lazy Dave
Book SynopsisDave is a dog. Dave is a dog who loves to sleep all day long. Lilly thinks Dave is the laziest dog in the world! But maybe Dave isn't as lazy as Lilly thinks. . . .Find out what Dave really does all day in this debut picture book from author-illustrator Jarvis!Trade ReviewA delightfully drawn and amusing take on what the pet does when the owner is away. -- Kirkus Reviews
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Summer of Bad Ideas
Book SynopsisIn this funny, big-hearted friendship story, perfect for fans of Wendy Mass and Linda Urban, twelve-year-old Edie and her impossibly cool cousin, Rae, set out to complete a mysterious list of “Good Ideas for Summertime” that their eccentric late grandmother wrote back when she was their age.But good ideas? Most of them seem like bad ideas. Reckless. Foolish. Ridiculous. Still, by accomplishing everything on the list, rule-abiding Edie feels certain that she can become the effortlessly brave adventurer she dreams of being, just like her daring cousin and bold grandmother. For this one summer at least, bad ideas are the best shot she has at becoming who she wants to be.Bad Idea Number One: It’s time for a new set of rules.
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Chicken in Space
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£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Chicken in Mittens
Book SynopsisBundle up and join Zoey the chicken on a winter wonderland adventure!When you have a pair of warm mittens and a great imagination, a snowy day is an invitation to explore and have fun.
£6.93
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Chicken In Mittens
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£14.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Chicken on a Broom
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£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Chicken on a Broom
Book SynopsisIt’s time for a Halloween costume party with Zoey the chicken!When everyone is getting ready for the Halloween costume party, Pip’s mask goes missing. It’s up to Zoey the brave chicken and her sidekick Sam to go looking for the missing mask in the spooky barn.From the author-illustrator duo who brought you the hilarious picture books Chicken in Space and Chicken in School, as well as the I Can Reads Chicken in Mittens, Chicken on Vacation, and Chicken in Charge, this funny Level One I Can Read is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
£14.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Chicken in Charge
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£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Chicken in Charge
Book SynopsisZoey the chicken is in charge!When the farmer is away, who will care for the new lambs? Zoey, of course! Zoey thinks she knows all about lambs. They need dinner, baths, and lots of bedtime stories! Sounds easy…right?From the author-illustrator duo that brought you the hilarious Chicken in Space, Chicken in School, and Chicken in Mittens, this funny Level One I Can Read is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
£14.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Flat Stanley and the Bees
Book SynopsisBeing flat sure makes it fun for Flat Stanley when playing backyard games with his pals—but not when bees are chasing them! Join Stanley in his newest adventure. On a hot summer day, Flat Stanley and his friends have lots of fun games to play. Stanley’s flatness comes in handy, especially during hide-and-seek. But when the fun disrupts a beehive, can Stanley save his buddies before the bees get them?Beginning readers will love how Flat Stanley gets out of a sticky situation to save the day...with the help of his mom’s honey buns!Flat Stanley and the Bees is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Flat Stanleys Worldwide Adventures 13 The
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£9.36
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Otter The Best Job Ever
Book SynopsisOtter—the irrepressible picture book character from I Am Otter, Otter in Space, and Otter Loves Halloween!—tries to find the perfect job for herself and Teddy. But finding the right job is a lot harder than they thought!Otter: The Best Job Ever!Trade Review"With lots of word repetition and adorable accompanying illustrations, this title is perfect for newly independent readers, who will thoroughly enjoy decoding the text in this "otterly" irresistible story." -- School Library Journal
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Otter Lets Go Swimming
Book Synopsisis a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.Read about more of Otter’s adventures in I Am Otter, Otter in Space, Otter Goes to School, Otter Loves Halloween!, Otter Loves Easter!, Otter: Oh No, Bath Time!, Otter: The Best Job Ever!, and Otter: Hello, Sea Friends!
£999.99
