Children’s / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories

Book Synopsis  Need a way to shut up some snooty kid when he gloats about his private school? Looking for the perfect response when your best friend joins the grammar police? Want a quick and easy way to out-snap even the snappiest comeback? Nate Wright has the answer: a good old-fashioned wedgie! The whole gang from P.S. 38 is back for more hijinks, hilarity, and underwear hoisting in this new collection of Big Nate comics. Can Chad somehow survive on a diet of kale and soy nuts? Are Jenny and Artur EVER going to break up? And how is Nate supposed to concentrate on baseball when he’s got a crush on his team’s new pitcher? See for yourself! Join Nate and the rest of the crew for another unforgettable round of middle school adventures!

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Book SynopsisThe fourth book in the page-turning SPELLSLINGER fantasy series.

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Book SynopsisEven Reichis has come to appreciate having a noble purpose - so long as no one minds him committing the occasional act of theft from the royal treasury. But everything changes when Kellen's own father, Ke'heops, arrives at the palace with crucial information which will provide Kellen with his most impossible dilemma yet.

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Book SynopsisA funny, filmic and fast-paced crime-caper by a hilarious new voice in middle-grade fiction, ideal for readers aged 10 and up.Some people rob banks because they're greedy. Others enjoy the adrenalin rush. Me? I robbed a bank because of guilt. Specifically: guilt and a Nepalese scented candleWhen fifteen-year-old Dylan accidentally burns down the house of the girl he's trying to impress, he feels that only a bold gesture can make it up to her. A gesture like robbing a bank to pay for her new home.Only an unwanted Saturday job, a tyrannical bank manager, and his unfinished history homework lie between Dylan and the heist of century. And really, what's the worst that could happen?A funny, cinematic, ill-advised comedy-crime adventure perfect for gamers, heist movie fans, and anyone who loves a laugh.Trade Review“There's plenty of humour, plus well balanced credible characters, all set against an unusual concept”. Parents in Touch. “A hilarious, gripping and unique story”. The Big Issue North.

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Book SynopsisThe more Big Nate, the better! Readers will have their fill of Nate's wisecracks and school day shenanigans in this giant collection.

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Book SynopsisThe Little Princess is jealous – all her friends' dads can do amazing things. The Cook bakes delicious cakes: the King burns buns. The Gardener takes his daughter on adventure-walks through the forest: the King gets lost on his way to bed. When the Maid volunteers to do these things with the Little Princess, it looks like her problems are over. But what if she has more in common with her dad than she realises?Trade Review"Ross’s idiosyncratic royals and distinctive pencil and watercolor art relay the message that there’s no father like one’s very own." * Publishers Weekly *"The illustrations have the boundless energy that is the hallmark of Tony Ross, but are also full of warmth and affection." -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *"Another delightful tale about the sparky little royal" * Newbury Weekly News *

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Book SynopsisSpud Milton (practically a man in most areas) is hoping for a smooth ride as he returns to boarding school as a senior. But instead he finds his vindictive arch-enemy is back to taunt him and a garrulous new boy has taken residence in his dorm, along with the regular inmates and misfits he calls friends. Spud''s world has never felt more uncertain as he attempts to master Shakespeare, girls, religion and the meaning of life. Once again, armed only with his wits and his diary, Spud invites us on a hilarious journey deep into the sublime and ridiculous world of being a teenager.

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Book SynopsisThe much-loved Roald Dahl collection of hilarious animal rhymes, updated for a whole new generation of readers with an exciting new interior design and cover look.A collection of (mainly) grisly beasts out for human blood, ranging from Crocky-Wock the crocodile to Stingaling the scorpion. Described in verse with all Dahl''s usual gusto and illustrated in suitably lurid style by Quentin Blake.Exciting, bold and instantly recognisable with Quentin Blake''s inimitable artwork.The text in this edition of Dirty Beasts was updated in 2022 for young independent readers.

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Book SynopsisJoin the one and only Clarice Bean and Think Like an Elf' in this irresistible and spectacularly sparkling Christmas story from the inimitable Lauren Child.Clarice Bean usually looks forward to Christmas.Except this year it is going to be a quiet-ish Christmas in her house, which doesn't feel right because Christmas is all about noisiness and being full up and FAMILY.And without those things, she is going to have to try exceptionordinarily hard to stop the Christmas spirit completely floating awayBut luckily, there is no one in the world like Clarice Bean and she is going to THINK LIKE AN ELF, and that means everything will be A-OKAY. Won't it?The one and only Clarice Bean is back to save her family's Christmas in this sparkling story of joy, goodwill to all peoplekind, and some very Clarice catastrophes, perfect for sharing with all the family! Wrap yourself in the warmth and wit of former Children's Laureate Lauren Child and be transported by the love and laughter that is Christmas with the utterly irreplaceable Clarice Bean.We can't get enough Clarice Bean. The Sunday TimesTrade Review Praise for Lauren Child: “We can’t get enough Clarice Bean.” The Sunday Times ‘Original and appealing . . . Clarice’s lively, amusing first-person narrative offers a fresh take on the holiday season . . . A rewarding addition to the Clarice Bean series’ Booklist ‘An absolutely charming story for the Christmas season, and an essential purchase for fans of the Clarice Bean series’ School Library Journal ‘Witty and appealing… A very fun read’ BookTrust ‘Delightful’ Books For Keeps ‘Wry, inventive and whimsical … pages to pore over’ The Sunday Times Culture Magazine ‘Totally mad and really very funny’ Angels and Urchins

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Book SynopsisWhen a ghost train is seen rattling into Belle-on-Sea, Bridget Vanderpuff must use her incredible powers of invention and detection to solve the mystery on her second spooky adventure… Belle-on-Sea is getting ready for the Night of the Hungry Ghosts, the spookiest time of the year. Mr Vanderpuff's bake will be the centrepiece of the whole parade, but he needs a new creation and he’s totally stumped. To make matters worse, salty old seadog, Captain Lufty, and his Hat Rat, Barry, have warned that something is coming to Belle-on-Sea. Something terrible… When a ghost train is seen rattling into town, and people start to go missing – first the librarian, then the Mayor – Bridget and Tom begin tracking the train’s tracks, delighted to be in the thick of another mystery. Then the unthinkable happens: the ghost train takes Mr Vanderpuff! Someone – or something – is out to destroy Belle-on-Sea. But they’ve forgotten one important detail… This is Bridget’s town. Bridget must save the missing people from their perilous prisons, rescue the parade, and come up with an idea for Mr Vanderpuff’s Hungry Ghosts bake, before it’s too late.Trade ReviewBridget is such a wonderfully-written character. Brave, loyal, determined and resourceful. Full of delightful details and some wonderful wordplay that make this an absolute joy to read. * Mrs Sydney's Famous World's Smallest Library *Bridget Vanderpuff is the perfect recipe for a modern-day Matilda. * David Owen, author of Alex Neptune, Dragon Thief *Bridget is a deliciously flavoursome character and her adventures are sure to be gobbled up by eager readers in a single sitting. I'm sure I won't be the only one asking: "Please Sir, may I have some more?"' * Keith Gray, author of The Climbers *It’s so great to be back in Belle-on-Sea with Bridget...this exciting story is an absolute belter. * Erin Lyn Hamilton, My Shelves are Full *Bridget is the most wonderful heroine! Quirky, resilient and full of fun, she is a fantastic role model for readers – not to mention her magnificent hair! She inspires curiosity, creativity and invention. * Kate Heap, Scope for Imagination *Bridget Vanderpuff and the Ghost Train will once again sneak into your heart and give it a big squeeze. The writing is delicious and has the air of a timeless classic about it, making it a series that will be read for years. * K and O: Bonkers About Books *This book is a little fire cracker from start to finish. A fabulous middle grade story full of magic, adventure, mystery and silly humour throughout. * Emma Suffield, Little Blog of Library Treasures *

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Book SynopsisMia Thermopolis has got everything a girl could possibly want. She's a princess - and she's got a boyfriend! But that's where it all goes wrong. Because Kenny is just not the guy she really wants. Michael's the one she's loved forever - but he's going out with someone infinitely cleverer than Mia. Someone who can clone fruit flies, for heaven's sake! Will the story end happily ever after for the Princess of Genovia?Previously published as Third Time Lucky, Princess in the Middle is the third novel in the hilarious, bestselling The Princess Diaries series by Meg Cabot - with a gorgeous cover to celebrate the series's fifteenth anniversary.

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Book SynopsisThe noisy bum is back - and more cheeky than ever! When a littleboy tries to control his mischievous bottom, he finds it impossible!Maybe he should just sit still? He does his best but soon enoughhe feels a wriggle... and a jiggle... his cheeky bum is on themove again!

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Book SynopsisThe exciting second book in the new young readers series from survival expert and Chief Scout BEAR GRYLLS.Sophie loves activity camp . . . but is terrified of insects. It's so bad that she won't go into the tent on her own, just in case something flies at her, or she steps on a creepie-crawlie. But when she's given a compass by one of the other boys on the campsite, Sophie is magically transported to the desert on an adventure where they're impossible to avoid!With the help of survival expert Bear Grylls as her guide, she will learn how to withstand the extreme temperatures of the desert and how to spot mirages, encounter giant camel spiders, deadly scorpions and snakes . . . but will Sophie overcome her fear of insects back in the real world? And who will she give the compass to next?Each book in this fun new 12-book series from BEAR GRYLLS follows a different child on the outdoor activity camp. Once they are given the magical compass, they meet the inspirational adventurer in an amazing place and learn new skills and facts they can take back with them to their real life.

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Book SynopsisFans of the Bartimaeus sequence will devour this book a cracking adventure brimming with magic, intrigue and a treasure trove of characters that the reader can''t help but fall for. We find everyone''s favourite irascible djinni serving at the court of King Solomon in 950 BC Jerusalem, where he is causing his customary chaos and must help a girl assassin sent by the Queen of Sheba to steal the all-powerful Ring of Solomon. The comic relief is perfectly timed, the dialogue sharp and snappy and the fiendishly clever plot perfectly handled with Jonathan''s trademark flair and command of language. Thrills, chills and a danger-spiked finale make Ring of Solomon an absolute must-read.Trade ReviewJonathan Stroud has created another winner in The Ring of Solomon, his latest Bartimaeus story. Wonderfully written and brilliantly plotted . . . Brilliant * Bookseller *The voice is as funny as ever, but there are also passages of eerie beauty . . . Stroud has lost none of his dazzle -- Suzi Feay * Financial Times *Wonderfully written and brilliantly plotted, this book provides an entertaining cast of characters and a satisfying denoument, with ends finally tied after many twists and turns. Bartimaeus himself is a brilliant creation, offering lots of comedy opportunities to the writer -- Marilyn Brocklehurst * The Bookseller *May be the best one yet . . . Needless to say Bartimaeus is a tad resentful of the magicians and expresses his disgruntlement with wit, much sarcasm, and occasional magician-devouring -- Susan Goundrey Kruse * Stories from the Web *

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Book SynopsisThe brilliant Roald Dahl Funny Prize winning BARRY LOSER series. Perfect forreaders aged 7-10 years old and fansofDiary of a Wimpy Kid,Tom GatesandDennis the Menace.My mum and dad are so busy looking after my brand new baby brother, Desmond Loser the Second, that sometimes I wonder if they even know I exist.'There's a new Loser in town, and Barry's not happy about it. The only thing that's keeping him going is a superkeel new drink from Feeko's Supermarket. But then disaster strikes, and Barry has to turn detective to solve the mystery of the century: the case of the crumpled carton!Have you got all of Jim Smith's amazekeel books?I am not a LoserI am still not a LoserI am so over being a LoserI am sort of a LoserBarry Loser and the holiday of doomBarry Loser and the case of the crumpled cartonBarry Loser's ultimate book of keelnessMy dad is a loser free ebookMy mum is a loser free ebookBarry Loser: I am Not a Loser was selected as a Tom Fletcher Book Club 2017 title.Future Ratboy and t

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Book SynopsisA brand new book in the bestselling NAUGHTIEST UNICORN series the funniest unicorn books EVER! The perfect gift for Halloween and for readers of 7+ and fans of The Worst Witch and Pamela Butchart.It''s the SPOOKIEST time of the year at Unicorn School! Mira and Dave the naughtiest unicorn are looking forward to dressing up for trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving and apple bobbing (well, doughnut bobbing for Dave). But when a strange new teacher arrives at school and the other teachers start to DISAPPEAR, Mira and her friends suspect that something SPOOKY is going on. Can they get to the bottom of what''s going on, or are they in for a SERIOUSLY SPOOKY SURPRISE?Pip Bird is a children's author living in London. When she's not writing magical stories, she dreams of going to Unicorn School and having her own Unicorn Best Friend Forever.The Naughtiest Unicorn series:The Naughtiest UnicornThe Naughtiest Unicorn at Sports DayThe Naughtiest Unicorn and the School DiscoThe Naughtiest Unicorn at

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Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!''I''m not a foreigner,'' exclaimed Paddington hotly. ''I''m from Darkest Peru.''Paddington has always felt at home with the Brown family. Then one day, a mysterious visitor arrives at number thirty-two Windsor Gardens. Is it time for Paddington to decide where home' really is?For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.Trade ReviewPraise for the Paddington series: 'I've always had great respect for Paddington… He is a British institution.' Stephen Fry 'Paddington has joined Pooh as one of the great bears of English children's literature.' The Teacher 'Michael Bond's accident-prone bear…has become one of the most enduring of children's characters.' The Bookseller Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

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Book SynopsisDirty Bertie – the boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits – is back for another helping of comic chaos! Join Bertie as he attempts to reveal grumpy Mr Grouch as a vampire, finds himself modelling the latest catwalk fashions and gets a serious scare-cut at the barbers.

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Book SynopsisNumber One for Fiendish Fun!This book contains a HORRIBLE story, yucky healthy meals, a mad professor and a ZOMBIE vampire!Four utterly hilarious and totally brilliant Horrid Henry stories by Francesca Simon, with illustrations by Tony Ross. An irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure.Trade ReviewWe can never get enough of Horrid Henry - and the more horrid he is, the better he gets! * LIVERPOOL ECHO *Even with his horrid tricks, I will always give Henry 10/10 -- Niamh, age 8 * TESCO MAGAZINE *Younger kids and older readers alike will devour these uproarious stories. Horrid Henry is great fun and as irresistable as ever. * THE BOOKBAG *I have read Horrid Henry and the Zombie Vampire at least 3 times and I loved it. I am awarding it ONE MILLION STARS -- Dylan, age 8all new Horrid Henry stories are a joy to read... -- Sally Morris * DAILY MAIL *

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling children's books series for over 50 years!The spring in his step has got Mr. Bounce down. Can a pair of heavy boots help lift his spirits?The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged two up. Have you met them all?Trade Review‘The colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971.' The Independent 'The timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly.' The Telegraph 'The Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf.' The Telegraph Top 100 Children’s Book – Junior Magazine, 2019

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Book Synopsis'Isla Fisher is hilarious' DAVID WALLIAMS'Charming, funny, delightful: Marge is the babysitter all children would wish for' DAVID BADDIELZOOM! WHIZZ! MARGE IS ON THE MOVE!Life with Marge is NEVER boring! She has rainbow hair, goes skiing in the middle of summer and is the best babysitter anyone could wish for. And maybe - just maybe - Marge can help Jemima and Jakey work out who (or what) is at the end of the secret tunnel. The fourth fun family story in the MARGE IN CHARGE series, written by actor & comedian Isla Fisher and illustrated throughout by Eglantine Ceulemans.Trade ReviewPerfect for reading aloud, or for beginner readers... the plentiful illustrations make a good transition from picture books and add hugely to children's enjoyment. * Parents In Touch *This book deserves five stars because it's so funny and creative. I would certainly want a babysitter like Marge! My favourite part was..well...I don't know, I loved it all. It was entertaining, funny and you just wanted to read on. * Shell Louise *'My kids are young but my eldest enjoys books like this one read out loud to her at bedtime. I love the humour and the funny and charming stories. I love that Marge is mischievous and causes a lot of mayhem!' * A Mum Reviews *'The Marge In Charge books are lovely - fun and easy to read...The characters are very relatable, the relationship between Jakey and Jemima being a typical sibling love/hate friendship!' * Real Mum Reviews *'Jack loves the character of Marge - he thinks she is incredibly funny and yes, he would like a babysitter like her! When I asked for his thoughts on the series, he said 'Good....No, BRILLIANT!' and I can tell he is a big fan already. Here's hoping there is more in the series as Isla Fisher has created some fantastic characters who we can't to read more about...We are definitely impressed with these books and these make a great addition to Jack's bookshelves.' * I always believe in futures *'Marge and the Great Train Rescue (Piccadilly Press, £5.99), had us captivated from page 1' * Mummy in the City *Again my daughter loved it. It is well written so that she looks forward to the next page to find out what happened next. Three separate stories in the book, each with lots of descriptive words allowing the reader to fully imagine being there in the story. * Mojo Mums *These stories are brilliantly written, full of family-friendly humour and Marge is the sort of character we truly love to see in children's books * Read It Daddy *Offering manageable stories for school-age children whilst still offering them the excitement they are looking for within the plot line. Isla has a way of making whoever is reading the story become part of the adventure. Marge is funny and outrageous, and who wouldn't want her as their babysitter * Boo Roo and Tigger Too *I'd expected these books to be a little too much for my son to cope with reading alone seeing that he's only five, but he quickly proved me wrong. He loved the hilarity of the stories and instantly warmed to the characters and their high jinks. They make the perfect bedtime story as it's so easy to dip in and out of them. And they're quite simply a lot of fun. We certainly loved them * Mum Reinvented *Laugh out loud as you turn the pages of the fantastic book with its humorous heroine * Families Magazine *

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Book SynopsisThings just got serious! Fortnite-obsessed Tyler is going for gold in the local Fortnite tournament. But he''s got a lot of real life drama to deal with crazy best friends, girl trouble and prying parents. Plus who''s the mystery rival squad online... and why do they seem so familiar?Readers will learn all-new Fortnite tips, tricks and secrets along with Tyler, while reading about his hilarious adventures in the game and at school. Original illustrations and easy-to-read text make this the ideal book for Fortnite-obsessed reluctant readers and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Tom Gates.Book three in a series, this independent and unofficial chapter book combines an accessible Fortnite play guide with the laugh-out-loud story of Tyler''s quest for gaming glory.

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Book SynopsisScarlett Fife has BIG feelings. And she''s about to get into BIG trouble. From the bestselling Maz Evans comes a heartfelt and hilarious story about sadness, happiness, friends and family, perfect for fans of Roald Dahl''s Matilda. Praise for Scarlett Fife: ''A laugh-out-loud story full of warmth, Big Feelings and explosive results'' Dominique Valente, author of Starfell''So funny, you''ll explode with laughter'' Sam Copeland, author of Charlie Changes into a ChickenScarlett Fife has BIG FEELINGS. And when she tries to squash them down, they come back up with shocking results! Feelings are like slime in a party bag. No matter how much someone tells you to keep it in, it''ll always find its way out. And very soon, Scarlett notices that every time she pushes her sadness down, the storm breaks!If she''s going to avoid her world getting soaking wet, Scarlett will have to work out how to live with her feeli

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling children's books series for over 50 years!Mr Jelly was frightened of everything and anything. At the slightest little thing he would quiver and tremble and shake and turn into jelly.The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged two up. Have you met them all?Trade Review‘The colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971.' The Independent 'The timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly.' The Telegraph 'The Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf.' The Telegraph Top 100 Children’s Book – Junior Magazine, 2019

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Book SynopsisGet ready for a magical and hilarious adventure about the most fantastic unicorn EVER!This book is NOT about a unicorn! Well . . . OK, maybe it is! But THIS unicorn has a horn that can turn into the most incredible things - a magic wand, a helicopter, even a space rocket! Join the hilarious adventure and prepare to be amazed by your brilliant new friend.With wonderful wordplay and a funny and sweet friendship at its heart, this is NOT a unicorn book to be missed!This fabulously funny story has stacks of appeal for both girls and boys - watch out for rockets, rainbows, helicopters, massive fish, ice cream sundaes and magical adventures.Shortlisted for the Laugh Out Loud Book Awards 2023!Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free "Stories Aloud" audio recording. Just scan the QR code and listen along!

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Book SynopsisA Lollies Book Award-winning funny story, all about wee, packed full of animal facts! The follow-up to the hilarious Poo! Is That You?Lenny the lemur is on holiday in Alaska. He's skipping across the snow, when he slips in a puddle. It's wet, yellow and smelly... WEE! But whose wee could it be?Lenny is on a quest to find out... Along the way, he meets various animals and learns all about their weeing habits! But the real question is: will he find that pesky puddle-piddler?Learn about caribou, turtles, wolves and more in the piddle-tastic Wee? It Wasn't Me! written by Clare Helen Welsh and illustrated by Nicola O'Byrne. Cleverly interweaving facts throughout, it also contains an information page at the back of the book, with a photo of each animal.

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Book SynopsisShe can't seem to figure boys out!Gretchen has one wish: to be a fly on the wall in the boy's locker room.Trade ReviewE. Lockhart's book Fly on the Wall explores some controversial and challenging themes, this book is also an easy read with a lot of humour * My Book Corner *

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Book SynopsisLiam Chapman just bought a real, working time machine for only $3! Sure, it’s labeled “World’s Worst Time Machine,” but how bad could it be? Turns out, it’s so much worse than Liam could have ever imagined.“… fast-paced action, humor, and strong characters… Brady has written a great series starter that also has a nice sprinkling of history, a little science, and engaging, fun characters. Highly recommended.” — Jean Little Library When Liam summons Thomas Edison to help him finish his book report, the time machine delivers the wrong one. This Thomas Edison is a 10-year-old aspiring gangster from 1933 who demands to be called “Tommy Twinkles” and is also very interested in robbing a bank of the future. Liam could use some help from his parents here, but unfortunately, the time machine has kidnapped them both. In desperation, he turns to his friend Elsa. To set things right, these two fifth graders must embark on an adventure full of sci-fi gadgets, real-life gangsters, time travel, and a whole lot of Cheetos. With over two million books sold, author Dustin Brady has mastered the art of hooking kids on reading. Short chapters filled with heart-pounding adventure, hilarious twists, and unforgettable characters keep even the most reluctant readers invested to the last page. This new series adds real-life history to the formula, making it a fun, fresh way to teach history.

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Book SynopsisHave silly scrambled fun with these mix-and-match eggs that all have crazy, colourful personalities. Over 144 combinations to keep little ones entertained for hours. In this wacky split-page board book, meet...A space egg! Doing the moonwalk. A pirate egg! Sailing the seven seas. A disco egg! Dancing the night away. But also...A space egg! Dancing the night away. A pirate egg! Doing the moonwalk.A disco egg! Sailing the seven seas. Featuring a dozen loveable eggs, this playful pre-school offering is full of humour, with the final egg in the pack being a chocolate Easter egg... all gobbled up!   Exciting matching game for laughing and bonding with your little egg Ideal Easter gift for babies and toddlers A precious keepsake from Easter that can be re-read year-round A crazy range of egg characters to surprise and entertain

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Book SynopsisFrom the incredible imagination of bestselling author Chris Smith comes a hilarious fantasy adventure for 8-12 readers. Cressida Cowell meets Robin Stevens with a dash of Pixar gold.''Never, ever eliminate the impossible.''Clarity JonesWhen Mutt gets a job as an apprentice at the leading detective agency in the realm of Rillia, he''s not expecting to work with ex-princesses, snow gnoblins and the most notorious assassin of the White Hand Clan.And he''s definitely not expecting to be thrown in the deep end on the agency''s toughest and most dangerous job yet - the mysterious case of the vanishing jester . . .From the incredible imagination of Chris Smith - bestselling author and now a major new solo talent - comes a hilarious adventure for fans of Cressida Cowell, Robin Stevens and Disney Pixar.''A laugh-out-loud funny and exciting adventure!'' Cressida Cowell on Frankie Best Hates Quests.

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Book SynopsisFrom Julia Donaldson, the bestselling author of The Gruffalo, comes Princess Mirror-Belle and the Magic Shoes, the exciting adventures of a mischievous princess. Full of black-and-white illustrations by Lydia Monks, Princess Mirror-Belle and The Magic Shoes is perfect for fans of this bestselling picture book team who are beginning to read on their own. Princess Mirror-Belle and The Magic Shoes contains five delightful stories that children will come back to again and again.Ellen's life is turned upside down by the hilarious Mirror-Belle, a spirited princess who claims to be from somewhere mysterious and far away. She appears out of mirrors to tell Ellen magical stories and take her on exciting escapades. From going to ballet class to staying at Ellen's grandparents' house, causing mischief with their furry friends, having fun at Halloween and taking the princess test, you can always guarantee that wherever Mirror-Belle goes, trouble will follow.This book contains the following stories:- The Magic Shoes- The Golden Goose- Prince Precious Paws- Which Witch?- The Princess TestTable of ContentsSection - i: Princess Mirror-Belle and the Magic Shoes Chapter - 1: The Magic Shoes Chapter - 2: The Golden Goose Chapter - ii: Princess Mirror-Belle and Prince Precious Paws Chapter - 3: Prince Precious Paws Chapter - 4: Which Witch? Chapter - 5: Princess Test

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Book Synopsis''Will have youngsters giggling and guffawing from first page to last!'' Lancashire Evening PostIt''s a new year at Little Strangehaven Primary but things are just as weird as last term . . .Who put laser-eyed robot librarians in charge of class discipline? What''s with the new pedal-powered desks? And what does it all have to do with the mysterious goings-on in the cellar?Spy-detectives Tuchus and Topps reckon it''s got to be something to do with Pamela Stranglebum and her sinister company, Minerva Industries. With the help of their Scottish gargoyle chum Gregor, can Lenny and Agatha uncover the truth before it''s too late . . .?Trade ReviewFull of good jokes * The Times *This daffy detective romp will have youngsters giggling and guffawing from first page to last! * Lancashire Evening Post *Hilarious * Term Times magazine *

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Book SynopsisFrom beloved powerhouse author Katherine Applegate comes The One and Only Ruby, starring the adorable baby elephant from the Newbery Medal-winning modern classic The One and Only Ivan and its bestselling sequel, The One and Only Bob.Ruby's story picks up a few months after the events of The One and Only Bob. Now living in a wildlife sanctuary, Ruby's caretaker from the elephant orphanage in Africa where she grew up is visiting. Seeing him again brings back a flood of memories both happy and sad of her life before the circus, and she recounts the time she spent in the African savannah to Ivan and Bob.In the timeless way that only Katherine Applegate could craft, this highly anticipated novel in verse is the perfect mix of heartfelt and humorous, poignant and sweet.Don't miss the film adaptation of The One and Only Ivan, now streaming on Disney+!

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Book SynopsisA MAGNIFICENTLY HILARIOUS MASTERPIECE OF MONSTER PROPORTIONS.I HOWLED WITH LAUGHTER!, JENNY PEARSON, THE SUPER MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF FREDDIE YATESA monstrously funny new adventure series. Readers of 8+ and fans of Mega Monster and Shrek will adore the first in the brand new fantasy series from Irish debut author, Ian MarkEvery hero has to start somewhere . . .Monster Hunting isn't as easy as it looks. And Jack should know. Because an ogre has just appeared in his garden and tried to EAT HIS AUNT. (She was the winner of the World's Worst Aunt competition, but that's Not The Point).After (sort of accidentally) defeating the ogre, Jack finds himself apprenticed to a grumpy, 200-year-old monster hunter called Stoop and heading off to Cornwall, where more ogres are causing havoc.All he has are his wits, his catapult and a magical sometimes unreliable book called Monster Hunting for Beginners.Jack's a bit worried he might not be the hero everyone's waiting for. But then again, how many terrifying, bloodthirsty monsters can there really be?(Answer: ABSOLUTELY LOADS. And a bear called Humbert).A hilarious and accessible story, packed full of illustrations that gives a twist to all your favourite fairytales and will change everything you thought you knew about monsters! Perfect for apprentice monster hunters aged 8 to 800.Trade Review‘A monstrously funny new voice,’ Maz Evans, bestselling author of Who Let the Gods Out ‘A funny, fast-paced tale for young adventurers, with gags sharper than a dragon's front teeth,’ David Solomons, award-winning author of My Brother is a Superhero ‘Monster Hunting for Beginners is the best kind of children's book: funny, fast paced and bursting with adventure. The brilliant pictures match the story perfectly. Children are going to gobble this book up!’ Jenny McLachlan, bestselling author of The Land of Roar “This fantastical debut sparkles with energy and a melange of mayhem-making monsters.” Love Reading 4 Kids

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Book SynopsisGive a hoot and don't pollute! The Bolds have decided to do their bit for the planet and go green. They're reducing, reusing and recycling as much as they can. Not all of their eco-friendly ideas are welcome, though - especially when it comes to 'watering' the neighbours' front garden with wee . . . An eventful trip to the charity shop leads to a new rescue adventure for the Bold family, and an old friend returns with an unexpected list of demands. Can the Bolds keep their cool as temperatures rise?Trade Review"There are very few stories more joyful, cheering and entertaining than these... Gloriously silly, genuinely heart-warming and beautifully plotted" -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *"The latest story about the family of hyenas living in a semi-detached in Teddington is a riot" -- Charlotte Heathcote * Daily Mirror *"Just as glorious as the previous instalments, full of joy and jokes and ridiculous adventures, all underpinned by lightly delivered messages of kindness and tolerance and perfectly illustrated by David Roberts" * Books for Keeps *"Gloriously silly... another riotous adventure packed with jokes and fabulously funny illustrations" * The Week Junior *

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Book SynopsisOnly a sensible, level head can save the day when disaster strikes on a school trip in this hilariously slapstick introduction to Shakespeare’s The Tempest. Only a sensible, level head can save the day when disaster strikes on a school trip in this hilariously slapstick introduction to Shakespeare’s The Tempest. Frank and his drama club are off on a dream school trip to perform The Tempest at a festival. But it turns into a nightmare when their ferry is hit by a terrible storm! Half of the actors wash up on a sandy shore and they can’t believe their eyes. Is this a desert island? Why is there strange music coming from the forest? Where are the rest of the cast? To Frank, it all sounds strangely like the plot of The Tempest and he hasn’t got a clue how they’re going to get out of this mess. One thing’s for sure … they’ve been tripwrecked!Trade Review"Montgomery’s riotous parody is a brilliant introduction to one of the Bard’s lesser known plays while Mark Beech’s anarchic illustrations bring the cast and action to vibrant life. Guaranteed to earn an encore!" – Lancashire Evening Post "Ingenious light-hearted fantasy" – Books for Keeps "Lots of knock-about fun … guided for readers of 8 and above but it will give any younger reader a good chuckle" – The Letterpress Project "This book will have you laughing from beginning to end. Full of fun and fabulous illustrations by Mark Beech, Tripwrecked will entertain any readers regardless of age whilst educating the reader about one of Shakespeare’s plays" – Emma Suffield, librarian "A fantastic little story that was a genuine pleasure to read, one that had a lot of fun with telling its story" – Trans-scribe, blog

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Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of Mr Gum and Roald Dahl, this highly successful and widely praised series featuring a boy, a circus and a lot of silliness is now available in a bright new package. ‘Freewheeling frivolity’ – Financial Times ‘Once, and once only, there was a boy whose name was Fizzlebert.’ Fizzlebert Stump lives in a travelling circus. But although he gets to hang around with acrobats, play the fool with clowns, and put his head in a lion's mouth every night, he's the only kid there – and he's bored. But then Fizz decides to join a library, and life suddenly gets a lot more exciting when he is kidnapped by a pair of crazed pensioners! Will he ever see the circus again? A story of a boy, a book, some very bad people, some very brave deeds, and the importance of rubber teeth for lions.Trade ReviewFreewheeling frivolity * Financial Times *Stuffed with laughs * bestselling author Jeremy Strong *Children will love the Stanton/Ardargh-esque authorial tone * The Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisThe no. 1 bestselling football and counting story, from multi-award-winning former Children''s Laureate Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo!Spinderella the spider has a passion for football. She tries to play a match with her brothers and sisters but she doesn't know how many spiders should be on each team. Even worse, she can't count the goals! Luckily for Spinderella, her Hairy Godmother has a plan Football, spiders and counting what''s not to love! The perfect picture book for children of all ages boys and girls alike.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize 2010 The first book in the hilarious series from the original Queen of Teen. You'll laugh your tights off . . .Picture the scene: Dother Hall Performing Arts College ,somewhere Up North, surrounded by rolling dales, bearded cheesemaking villagers (male and female) and wildlife of the squirrely-type.On the whole, it's not quite the showbiz experience Tallulah was expecting but once her mates turn -p and they start their FAME! I'm gonna liiiiive foreeeeeever, I'm gonna fill my tiiiiights' summer course things are bound to perk up. Especially when the boys arrive. (When DO the boys arrive?)Six weeks of parent-free freedom. BOY freedom. Freedom of expression cos it's the THEATRE dahling, theatre!The hilarious misadventures of Tallulah CaseyTrade Review"I don't know how, but Louise Rennison has done it again. Tallulah is even funnier, warmer, and sweeter than her cousin Georgia Nicolson. I fell in love with Withering Tights, and you will too!" – Meg Cabot, author of The Princess Diaries and Abandon series “Wickedly entertaining.” – Julia Eccleshare, The Guardian “It’s all a hoot.” – Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times Praise for Confessions of Georgia Nicolson: “Raucously fun.” – The Times '’You'll be falling about laughing at this.” – Mizz

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Book SynopsisJoin the fun on the farm!A brand new Mudpuddle Farm book from award-winning author Michael Morpurgo, hilariously illustrated throughout by Shoo Rayner, and perfect for readers of 5 and up.Two charming stories for younger readers, featuring a loveable family of all sorts of animals, living behind the tumble-down barn on Mudpuddle Farm where everything is about to change in the most unexpected and hilarious ways!Nowt to Worry About:There's a storm in the air, and all the animals are worried. But old Farmer Rafferty doesn't realise anything is wrong. Can the animals warn him in time?Tickety-Boo:A funny new creature has arrived at Mudpuddle Farm and the animals soon make friends. Problem is, the latest addition to the farm doesn't belong actually there! It looks like it's time to say a sad goodbye although Albertine the Goose might just have a clever ideaTrade ReviewPraise for Michael Morpurgo: “Michael Morpurgo writes brilliantly about war and animals, conveying the big emotions without preaching.” Guardian “Champagne quality over a wide range of subjects.” Daily Telegraph “There are few children’s writers as compelling as Michael Morpurgo.” Daily Express “Morpurgo, as always, is subtle and skilful, and incorporates social and moral issues into his writing without being self-righteous or detracting from the quality of the narrative”Elizabeth Reilly, British Council “The former children's laureate has the happy knack of speaking to both child and adult readers.” Guardian

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Book SynopsisA charming domestic comedy for readers of 8+, with a dash of magic, and the occasional moment of mayhem! These are the continued memoirs Holly Hopkinson, aged ten, except without any of the rubbish adults usually put in, thank you very much.Earlier this year, me and the rest of my family had to move to the MIDDLE OF NOWHERE after my dad lost his job.Now my mum has just lost HER job as well, and I must once again save my family from FINANCIAL RUIN and CATASTROPHE while dealing with silent brother Harold's girl drama, and sorting out my older sister Harmony, who has joined the protests about a new housing development in the village.Thank GOODNESS I am armed with my Magic Pocket Watch.At least the business empire of Holly Hopkinson is set to IMPLODE on to the world stage as I am about to do business with a WORLD-FAMOUS HOLLYWOOD director who needs a horse and a location. . .I tell you, I may be a world away from my old life, but the drama here never stops.

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Book SynopsisMeet Grant the genie, and his best friend the puppy, Teeny!The second in a series of magical adventures from the renowned illustrator, Steven Lenton, winner of Waterstones Picture Book of the Month and the Times Children's Book of the Week.Grant the Genie is happy living in the real world in a teapot with his best friend, the dog ,Teeny.But keeping a genie a secret on Earth is harder than they'd both thought especially when Grant wants to go to school with Teeny's owner, Tilly.Then Grant accidentally gives three wishes to the school's bully and a whole heap of trouble ensues. Will they be able to make everyting right again? Or is that just wishful thinking?

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Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.Disaster Duck is a super hero, ready at all times to save the animal world from disaster the only problem is, he is often causing the disasters himself! Follow this clumsy but adorable character on his adventures in this humorous story by Catherine Baker.Pages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate Pancake Day with the Mr Men and Little Miss!Little Miss Fun is organising a Pancake Day celebration for all her friends. With pancake making classes and a pancake day race, there's plenty of messy mayhem and tasty treats to be had! But will the Mr Men and Little Miss manage the greatest feat of the day and flip the biggest pancake in the world?Children will love celebrating Pancake Day with this laugh-out-loud story book all about pancakes!Mr Men and Little Miss Celebrations introduce children to all the exciting occasions that people celebrate including sports day, a visit from the tooth fairy, Halloween and Chinese New Year.Trade ReviewThe colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971. – The Independent The timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly. – The Telegraph The Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf. – The Telegraph

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Book SynopsisDiscover five stories full of fantastically funny things in this brilliant treasury from Dr. Seuss! Featuring some of Dr. Seuss's best-loved tales, including The Lorax and Oh, The Places You'll Go!Step into the wonderful world of Dr. Seuss with five of his best-loved stories! Featuring Gox that box, Yinks that wink and Brown Bar-ba-loots eating Truffula Fruits, this brilliant collection of classic stories combines Dr. Seuss's humour and zany pictures with his unique blend of rhyme, rhythm and repetition to make reading fun!Contains:One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue FishDr. Seuss's ABCHop on PopThe LoraxOh The Places You'll Go

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