Children’s / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories

Book SynopsisGeronimo is off on holiday to the beautiful Bay of Whales. Sun, sea and sand – what more could a mouse want? But when he arrives, the bay is destroyed. There’s litter, smoke in the sky and a giant white whale washed up on the beach! Can Geronimo clean up and save the whale before it’s too late? About the Geronimo Stilton series: Geronimo Stilton is a bestselling children’s series with a dedicated international fan base. As seen on Netflix, the series follows the adventures of the Geronimo Stilton the fa-mouse journalist, as he searches for the next hot scoop. With illustrations and fun fonts throughout, Geronimo Stilton is perfect for reluctant readers aged 5+ years.

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewLooking for a spud-tacular read? Starch here. — Kirkus Reviews From the writer and illustrator of The Bad Seed (2017), The Good Egg (2019), and The Cool Bean (2019), this picture book certainly has a point to make, but it does so with disarming wit and abundant charm. — Booklist [T]his tale is timely and helps make the point that a balance of technology and old-school fun might be the way to go. A goofy story about the dangers of too much of one thing, and a lighthearted lesson for all. — School Library Journal Text and illustrations are packed with humor. — Horn Book Magazine A stylish and witty picture book. — Sunday Times (London)

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Book SynopsisCheese niblets! The Stilton Cheesemakers’ Association have demanded that the Stilton family stop using the Stilton name immediately! Cue a trip to England, home of Stilton cheese. But as Geronimo fights to keep his name, a mysterious thief steals all the Stilton in England! Can Geronimo find the thief and learn what it means to be a Stilton? About the Geronimo Stilton series: Geronimo Stilton is a bestselling children’s series with a dedicated international fan base. As seen on Netflix, the series follows the adventures of the Geronimo Stilton the fa-mouse journalist, as he searches for the next hot scoop. With illustrations and fun fonts throughout, Geronimo Stilton is perfect for reluctant readers aged 5+ years.

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Book SynopsisA laugh-out-loud, fully illustrated Tom Gates adventure!Tom's doing everything possible to stay out of trouble but somehowhe's got THREE sad faces on the school achievement chart! And gettinganother sad face means Mr Fullerman won't let him go on theSCHOOL TRIP!

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Book SynopsisBook 6 in the laugh-out-loud invention series - perfect for fans of Wimpy Kid and Captain Underpants! Danny Dingle, Super Genius Inventor, has returned, and this time – it’s serious! After an awful parents’ evening, Danny and Percy’s friendship is on the rocks. Thanks to Mr. Hammond spilling the beans about their couscous-projecting particle accelerator, they’ve been grounded until they’re twenty-one! And what’s more, they’ve got to compete against each other in the school’s first ever parent-child sports day. Surely things can’t get any worse … can they? About the Danny Dingle's Fantastic Finds series: Follow the outrageously entertaining adventures in the Danny Dingle series, as the schoolboy inventor and his best friend Percy collect cool stuff for their box of fantastic finds - and pull out all the stops to beat the evil genius Gareth Trumpshaw. Filled with comical line drawings and crazy typesetting, children will love the visual focus of this book, perfect for reluctant readers. The jam-packed illustrations and hilarious story will keep them laughing-out-loud for hours.

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Book SynopsisAnother hilarious take on school life from the brilliant Pamela Butchart - three stories of mayhem and chaos where pupils' imaginations run riot... The strangest things happen at Wigglesbottom Primary!

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Book SynopsisMarvin's trip to the funfair gets derailed when the villainous Conjuror arrives and starts causing chaos. When the Conjuror brings a zombie and giant toy pandas to life, the rollercoaster isn't the only scary thing Marv has to face!

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Book SynopsisVinir, the luscious-locked elven menace is staying in Midgard. To preserve the peace and prevent him from trying to murder Loki (again), Odin sends the goddess Freyja to keep an eye on things.Soon, strange things start to happen. Thor receives mysterious fan mail, Valerie and Georgina start bickering and, worst of all, Heimdall develops a crush on Loki''s teacher!With friends turning into enemies and enemies into friends, it's up to Loki and (horrifyingly) Vinir to figure out what mischief is afoot

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Book SynopsisAndy Griffiths is Australia's number-one children's author. His books, including the popular Treehouse series, have been hugely successful internationally, winning awards and becoming bestsellers in the UK and the USA as well as in his homeland, Australia. Andy thrives on having an audience: he has worked as a high-school teacher, been the lead singer in a rock band and a stand-up comedian. He is a passionate advocate for literacy, has two daughters and lives in Melbourne, Australia.Bill Hope has established himself as one of the most versatile illustrators and graphic recorders working in the industry. He has published 9 illustrated books and held a series of solo exhibitions with has ongoing representation through the Lost Bear Fine Art Gallery in Australia. His graphic novel An Interior Life won the Golden Ledger award for Australian Comics.

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Book SynopsisThe laughter never ends with Oi Frog and Friends!The absurdly funny sequel to the bestselling Oi Frog, this hilarious rhyming story will have children rolling around with laughter!*Winner of the Laugh Out Loud Picture Book Award* *Shortlisted for the Sainsbury''s Book Award*Cat is a stickler for rules: cats sit on mats, hares sit on chairs and, however irritating, dogs must sit on frogs.That''s until Frog decides to change the status quo ...But will Cat want to sit on gnats instead of cushy mats? Will spiders like sitting on gliders? Will whales like sitting on nails? And, most importantly, where is FROG going to sit?This is a gigglingly delightful book, a perfect match of words and pictures to entertain again and again. Daily MailCan''t get enough? Look out for: Oi Frog, Oi Cat, Oi Duck-billed Platypus, Oi PuppiesOi Frog and Friends is a top ten bestselling seriesTrade ReviewIt's not often I laugh out loud when reading picture books. This was one of those rare occasions...Great stuff -- Ann Giles * Book Witch *A gem of a book which gets funnier and funnier as you read through the outrageous suggestions. * Parents In Touch *I think perhaps the Gray/Field team have, between them, managed to out-dog Oi Frog with Oi Dog! It's absolutely un-missable * Red Reading Hub *I simply implore you to buy it so you can enjoy it for yourself! I simply want to say that this was my most anticipated book of the year and it hasn't disappointed. It has exceeded all expectations...And I think it is my 'Book of the Year'! * Book Bairn *This is a gigglingly delightful book, a perfect match of words and pictures to entertain again and again * Daily Mail *This is a side-splitting follow up to the hugely popular Oi Frog! which blends the winning formula of bright eye-catching illustrations with witty rhyming text. * Book Trust *A sequel to the phenomenally successful Oi Frog, this vibrantly illustrated and brilliantly funny rhyming book will have kids laughing out loud * Huffington Post *A wonderful and sophisticated rhyming game of a book * Love My Books *Hilariously crafted and engagingly illustrated by its creators, this stunning picture book ensures a simple and highly enjoyable read * Teach Early Years *Guaranteed to become the bedtime read of choice for adult readers as well as the children listening! * The School Run *If there was an award for the funniest picture book of the year, it would go to Oi Dog ... it's got the 'again' factor in spades * Irish Independent *Bold, bright and creative, it's funny too! * Hexham Courant *Such fun! * Newbury Weekly News *I defy anyone not to like this wonderful book. The punchline is hilarious and brings the house down every time I read it to children and adults. an essential buy for EYFS and KS2 class libraries * School Librarian *This word-twisting, rhyme-busting story (a sequel to Oi Frog!) is beautifully written and drawn, packed with animals all sitting on things they rhyme with. There's something to enjoy on each page. * Smallish *

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Book SynopsisPee-yew! What's that pong? It's a letter from Thea - she's in danger! Geronimo's sister has disappeared during a treasure hunt on Easter Island. Armed with a map and some cryptic clues, Geronimo and his friends rush to the rescue. Will they find Thea before she and the treasure are lost furever?Trade Review"This is a fun-filled, early chapter book with cute new illustrations." - MD Walker, Netgalley

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Book SynopsisOn an extraordinary journey to the sea, a tiger boards the train, along with a jungle of other animals - all without Dad even looking up from his phone! From debut author, Mariesa Dulak, and award-winner Rebecca Cobb, illustrator of The Everywhere Bear.You''ll never guess what happenedOn our trip down to the sea . . .A tiger in a top hatCame and sat right next to me!Off to the seaside they go on a rather . . . EXTRAORDINARY train journey. But will Dad ever look up from his phone?A boy and his dad board the train. Dad is stuck into his phone and misses the fact that a tiger boards the train too . . . and so does a family of hippos, and a band of crocs, and a mum with her piglets, and a pug in a boa or two . . .On the way to the seaside pandemonium ensues, and then the tiger roars . . . Has he finally had enough?And what will Dad say? Will he even notice?Shortlisted for Oscar''s Book Prize 2025Nominated for the Carnegie Medal for Illustration 2025Shortlisted for the UKLA Book Award 2025Shortlisted for the Indie Book Award 2024

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Book SynopsisThe wonderfully funny and richly warm novel by the bestselling, award-winning author of HolesMeet Bradley Chalkers. He''s the oldest child in the class. He tells ENORMOUS lies. He picks fights with girls. The teachers say he has serious behaviour problems''. And no one likes him ... Except Carla, the new school counsellor. She thinks Bradley is kind and generous, and she even enjoys his far-fetched stories. Carla knows that Bradley could change, if only he weren''t afraid to try. Sometimes the hardest thing in the world is believing in yourself. A heartwarming story of bravery and acceptance from Louis Sachar, the bestselling author of Holes and Fuzzy Mud.Trade ReviewOne of the best and toughest books in recent years * Guardian *A humorous and immensely appealing story ... Readers are likely to come away with the sense that they've been rooting for themselves too * Kirkus *The wonderfully funny and richly warm story by bestselling, award-winning author Louis Sachar * Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisTHE ONE WITH THE WINTER BATTLE! *The thirteenth laugh-out-loud, fully illustrated bestselling Wimpy Kid book!* Snow has shut down Greg Heffley''s middle school! Which should be exciting, but now his neighbourhood is a wintry battlefield.And Greg and his best friend Rowley are caught in the crosshairs of territory battles, epic snowball fights and massive snow forts. Can Greg and Rowley navigate the art of war when their street goes into meltdown? Or will they even survive to see another day?ABOUT DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: 50% words, 50% cartoons, 100% hilarious! Hilarious stories that all readers can''t wait to get their hands on Laughter guaranteed! 200 million copies sold worldwide''Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children''s authors on the planet'' - Independent

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Book Synopsis*Over 140 million copies sold worldwide *Good for reluctant readers due to illustrative typeset *Educational edge as books contain facts about various places *Activity packs available to accompany certain titles*More fun and games online at www.geronimostilton.com/UKTrade Review"This is a fun-filled, early chapter book with cute new illustrations." - MD Walker, Netgalley

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Book SynopsisI absolutely love this book. It''s silly and funny, made to be read aloud and shared with small people and bigger kids alike! - 5 star reader review You might think a book with no pictures would be boring and serious.Except . . . here''s how this book works:Everything written on the page has to be said by the person reading it aloud. Even if the words say BLORK. Or BLUURF.And even if they have to say things like BLAGGITY BLAGGITY and MY HEAD IS MADE OF BLUEBERRY PIZZA!That''s the rule. That''s the deal.Comic writer and actor, B. J. Novak''s brilliantly irreverent and very, very silly The Book With No Pictures will delight kids and grownups alike!

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Book Synopsis'Delicious, dastardly and diabolically delightful' Jack Meggitt-Phillips, author of THE BEAST AND THE BETHANYTen-year-old Grace likes doughnuts and cakes as much as the next kid - but they are also her secret weapon. Grace is a monster hunter who owns a bakery - and everyone knows how much monsters LOVE any kind of sweet treat! Just don't tell them about the secret exploding baking powder inside the doughnuts and the cookies ... When Grace's Monster Scanning Machine alerts her to the doughnut-loving, people-eating, board-game-playing cyclops Mr Harris, she realises she's about to face her biggest challenge yet ...A deliciously funny series from sparkling new talent Gianna Pollero, illustrated by the award-winning Sarah Horne'Funny, fast and really inventive' Harriet Whitehorn, author of VIOLET AND THE PEARL OF THE ORIENTTrade ReviewWith monsters, heroine Grace's secret weapon doughnuts and a first chapter titled 'Poo and Old Cheese', this easy to read page-turner is bound to be popular with reluctant readers in KS2. The extremely short chapters and pacey dialogue will have 7-11-year-olds ripping through this funny story in no time. -- Jan Tolkien * School Reading List *

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Book SynopsisMore diary entries and doodles from Nikki's not-so-fabulous life, in the tenth instalment of the phenomenally successful Dork Diaries series.

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Book SynopsisAn Amazon Best Children''s Book of the Month from the New York Times bestselling author of the Goodnight Already! series—now in paperback!This is a book about a bad seed. A baaaaaaaaaad seed. How bad? Do you really want to know? He has a bad temper, bad manners, and a bad attitude. He’s been bad since he can remember! This seed cuts in line every time, stares at everybody and never listens. But what happens when one mischievous little seed changes his mind about himself, and decides that he wants to be—happy?With Jory John’s charming and endearing text and bold expressive illustrations by Pete Oswald, here is The Bad Seed: a funny yet touching tale that reminds us of the remarkably transformative power of will, acceptance, and just being you. Perfect for readers young andTrade Review“The BEST read-aloud book of the year...Seriously.” -- Mel Schuit, Let’s Talk Picture Books (blog)“This is kid-book humor at its best, both warmhearted and frisky—the kind that leaves adults, too, cracking up and grateful.” -- New York Times Book Review★ “This is a story that opens up dialogue about our reactions to life experiences, the consequences of our choices, and the chance to make a change for the better.” -- School Library Journal (starred review)★ “This charmingly illustrated book would be a comical read-aloud and useful for class or family discussions about manners, behavior, and reputation.” -- School Library Journal (starred review)★ “Young readers will find the list of all the seed’s offenses amusing, and the illustration of the flies and stench surrounding him (he never washes his hands or feet) is sure to elicit laughter.” -- School Library Journal (starred review)★ “Even the very youngest can follow along as the pictures provide evidence of the seed’s bad behavior and the reactions of those around him.” -- School Library Journal (starred review)“John gives the seed a sympathetic backstory (packaged as a snack food, he barely escaped being eaten) that, along with his eventual determination to change his stripes, should keep readers engaged.” -- Publishers Weekly“Working in digitized watercolors, Oswald makes this antihero’s angst vivid and touching, and the world the seed moves in—a metropolis populated by seeds that include peanuts, coconuts, and corn kernels—adds a playful counterpoint of background detail and comedy.” -- Publishers Weekly“The watercolor illustrations provide plenty of comic effect.” -- Booklist“Young readers will enjoy watching the dramatic seed intimidate his nervous neighbors, and might not even realize they’re learning a lesson about good behavior in the process.” -- Booklist“Oswald’s illustrations of seeds, legumes and nuts match John’s silly, appealing story.” -- St. Louis Post-Dispatch

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Book SynopsisNorman the Slug is looking for a perfect shell—but can he find his match? Find out in the super sparkly anniversary edition of this much-loved Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet classic! Norman is a slug who longs to be a snail—if only he could find the right shell! He tries a tennis ball, an apple, and even an alarm clock but none of them feels quite right. Until one day, Norman stumbles upon a doughnut! What could be better than that? But is that sweet shell really the perfect fit? From Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet, the bestselling, award-winning creators of Barry the Fish with Fingers, I Need a Wee and Supertato!Perfect for fans of Oi Frog! Praise for Norman the Slug with the Silly Shell: 'With similarly bold illustration, eye-catching cover and simple text [as Barry the Fish with Fingers] this has the potential to be another hit.

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Book SynopsisThe jaw-achingly funny children's book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams a deliciously daft Tall Story of a child who had everything, but still wanted more. Illustrated by artistic genius, Tony Ross.Meet the Meeks!Myrtle Meek has everything she could possibly want. But everything isn't enough. She wants more, more, MORE! When Myrtle declares she wants a FING, there's only one problem What is a FING?Mr and Mrs Meek will do anything to keep their darling daughter happy, even visit the spooky library vaults to delve into the dusty pages of the mysterious Monsterpedia. Their desperate quest leads to the depths of the jungliest jungle where the rarest creatures can be found. But will they ever find a FING?An explosively funny, totally surreal Tall Story about two perfectly nice parents and their unbelievably monstrous daughter from the phenomenal bestselling author David Walliams.Trade Review PRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS: “I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics.” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole “Dahl finally has a worthy successor” – Telegraph "Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" – The Sun

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Book SynopsisCharlie McGuffin has an incredible secret . . .He can change into animals. All sorts of animals: a flea, a pigeon, even a rhino.Trouble is, he can''t decide when - it only happens when he gets worried. And right now, Charlie has quite a lot to worry about: His brother (who is in hospital) His parents (who are panicking about it) And the school bully (who has Charlie in his sights)And even though every kid wants a superhero power, Charlie isn''t keen on changing into a chicken in the middle of the school play. So with the help of his three best friends, Charlie needs to find a way of dealing with his crazy new power - and fast!The first book in a hilarious new series for fans of Roald Dahl and David Walliams!Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children''s Book Prize!Longlisted for the Brandford Boase Award!Longlisted for the Blue Peter Award!The GTrade ReviewThe best kind of silly * Observer *Cleverly daft storytelling at its very, very best * Maz Evans, author of Who Let The Gods Out? *Hysterically funny! * Jeremy Strong, author of My Brother’s Famous Bottom *Full of heart and humour, wit and wisdom, and rivers of rhino poo * Sophie Anderson, author of The House With Chicken Legs *Wonderfully heart-warming and absolutely hilarious * Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper's Island *Laugh out loud funny, with an important underlying message on how to cope with anxiety * Abie Longstaff, author of How To Catch a Witch *Fresh and funny - this reads like a modern-day Dahl * Christopher Edge, author of The Many Worlds of Albie Bright *In the words of Jean-Claude the pigeon, I am in love with this most delicious, beautiful and delectable book and I wish to fly away with it! * Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang and Witch Wars *Brilliant, laugh-out-loud funny and genuinely moving * M.G. Leonard, author of Beetle Boy *So good you'll CLUCK with laughter! * Pamela Butchart, author of Baby Aliens Got My Teacher *I laughed out loud at the part about yin and yang and win and wang. Oh, and the rhino poo - giant poo will never not be funny. * Lara Williamson, author of A Boy Called Hope and The Boy Who Sailed the Ocean *One of the most hyped children's debut of the decade.. Here is the modern masterpiece: a book that is full of laughs, while also exploring childhood anxiety.. This is a touching and engaging story. This savvy, comic tale ticks every box. * The Daily Telegraph *This really is one of the funniest, freshest debuts I've read in a long time. Delightfully silly and utterly heartfelt.. Comedy is hard to do right, but Copeland's enviable timing and knack for properly laugh-out-loud jokes set this apart. Charlie's experiences in animal form are comedy gold... it is just genius. A real delight and deserves to be huge. * The Bookseller *An adventure of fantastical proportions.. a comic novel which fans of Kid Normal will flock to * The Irish Times *This is a book that isn't what you expect, cleverly portraying ways of dealing with stress and anxiety..This is a brilliant and positive debut from Sam Copeland * Booktrust *Very funny indeed. * Robin Stevens, author of the Murder Most Unladylike Series *Charlie Changes Into a Chicken is a gloriously fun, madcap adventure with a celebration of friendship at its heart. * Anna James, author of Pages & Co: Tilly and the Book Wanderers *A clever and hilarious story with a hero you'll love... I'm already looking forward to the next one * Parents In Touch *A brilliant debut . . . laugh-out-loud funny * The Mail on Sunday *Gloriously silly, gleefully naughty and totally entertaining * Michelle Harrison, author of A Pinch of Magic *For readers of about seven-plus, Sam Copeland's debut Charlie Changes Into a Chicken (Puffin) is a stand-out star, offering belly-busting hilarity and a loving, light touch take on childhood anxiety . . . A supportive cast of friends (fiendishly clever Flora in particular), subtly planted strategies for coping with worry, and some joyfully silly metanarrative tricks (including a publisher's letter of apology) place Charlie head and shoulders above the competition; Sarah Horne's wild-haired, twitch-eyed illustrations add another layer to the fun. * The Guardian *An essential talent, full of the best of Roald Dahl and David Walliams * Elle (France) *Fantastically ridiculous and silly in equal measures . . . will have readers snorting with giggles * The Northern Echo *"One of the most hyped children's debut of the decade.. Here is the modern masterpiece: a book that is full of laughs, while also exploring childhood anxiety.. This is a touching and engaging story. This savvy, comic tale ticks every box." * The Daily Telegraph, Books of the Year *"A stand-out star, offering belly-busting hilarity.. Head and shoulders above the competition." * The Guardian, Children's Books of the Month *"A brilliant debut... a book that is not only laugh-out-loud funny but offers important advice about coping with anxiety." * The Mail on Sunday, Children's Books of the Month *"The best kind of silly." * The Observer, Children's Books of the Month *"An essential talent, full of the best of Roald Dahl" * Elle *"This is one of the best children's tales we've come across in years... hilariously funny but with proper heart.. providing laughter on every page, it's a sure-fire debut hit." * Waterstones, Book of the Month *"This really is one of the funniest, freshest debuts I've read in a long time. Delightfully silly and utterly heartfelt.. Comedy is hard to do right, but Copeland's enviable timing and knack for properly laugh-out-loud jokes set this apart. Charlie's experiences in animal form are comedy gold... it is just genius. A real delight and deserves to be huge." * The Bookseller, Books of the Month *"An adventure of fantastical proportions.. a comic novel which fans of Kid Normal will flock to" * The Irish Times *"A great example of a kids' book with lots of humour." * The Sun *"Sam Copeland's debut is brilliant, laugh-out-loud funny and genuinely moving. However, Charlie Changes into a Chicken is not just a joyous read, through its relentlessly hilarious narrative it ingeniously communicates an important message for children who struggle with anxiety or are confronted by difficulties in their life. A great debut is one that you feel must have always existed, and this is one of those books. Every school library needs to have multiple copies and may I recommend it to every single parent out there." * MG Leonard, author of Beetle Boy *"Fresh and funny - this reads like a modern-day Dahl." * Christopher Edge, author of The Infinite Lives of Maisie Day *"This is a book that isn't what you expect, cleverly portraying ways of dealing with stress and anxiety..This is a brilliant and positive debut from Sam Copeland" * Booktrust *"This is a glorious debut from an exciting new voice in children's comedy fiction. Sam Copeland WILL turn into a megastar on the strength of this first outing. Cleverly daft storytelling at its very, very best." * Maz Evans, author of Who Let The Gods Out *'Very funny indeed.' * Robin Stevens, author of A Murder Most Unladylike series *"Wonderfully heart-warming and absolutely hilarious." * Catherine Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper's Island *So good you'll CLUCK with laughter * Pamela Butchart *"Gloriously silly, gleefully naughty, totally entertaining. So good, in fact, that I HAD to finish it once my son was asleep!" * Michelle Harrison, author of A Pinch of Magic *"Charlie Changes Into a Chicken is a gloriously fun, madcap adventure with a celebration of friendship at its heart." * Anna James, author of Pages & Co: Tilly and the Book Wanderers *"Hysterically funny!" * Jeremy Strong *Full of heart and humour, wit and wisdom, and rivers of rhino poo * Sophie Anderson, author of The House With Chicken Legs *"A heart-warming story that has led to comparisons with such celebrated authors as David Walliams and David Solomons. But this is no ordinary children's story. ... (it) doesn't just entertain his readers but can actually help them to deal with their anxieties." * The Irish Examiner *"In the words of Jean-Claude the pigeon... I am in love with this most delicious, beautiful and delectable book and I wish to fly away with it!" * Laura Ellen Anderson, author of the Amelia Fang series *"A clever and hilarious story with a hero you'll love... I'm already looking forward to the next one" * Parents In Touch *"Laugh-out-loud funny, with an important underlying message on how to cope with anxiety." * Abie Longstaff *"A side-splitting debut... fantastically ridiculous... will have readers snorting with giggles." * Press Association *

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Book SynopsisMore diary entries and doodles from Nikki's not-so-fabulous life...

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Book SynopsisIn this ingenious and imaginative - nearly wordless - picture book, frogs in a pond lift off on their lily pads and fly to a nearby town where they zoom through a woman's living room, encounter a dog playing in his yard, and distract a bathrobe-clad citizen from his midnight snack. Who knows what will happen next Tuesday?Trade Review"This book treats its readers to the pleasures of airborne adventure . . . Kids will love its lighthearted, meticulously imagined, fun-without-a-moral fantasy." * School Library Journal *"Light-hearted and quirky, it is sure to appeal to a child's sense of adventure and fun, as well as stimulating the imagination." * Booktrust *"One of the best illustrated storybooks we’ve seen in a long time . . . An amazing book that will truly fire a child’s imagination!" * Creative Steps *"Evocative. Children will love the silliness." * Irish Times *

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Book Synopsis*The first FOUR Diary of a Wimpy Kids in one boxset!*Join Greg Heffley, his best friend Rowley, evil big brother Roderick and the rest of his family in the first four of Greg''s adventures! This AMAZING boxset includes:- Diary of a Wimpy Kid - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog DaysABOUT DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: 50% words, 50% cartoons, 100% hilarious! Hilarious stories that all readers can''t wait to get their hands on Laughter guaranteed 200 million copies sold worldwide''Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children''s authors on the planet'' - Independent*Don''t miss Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid, to read Greg''s best friend Rowley''s side of the story!*

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Book SynopsisA DIARY OF A WIMPY KID STORY that will have you rolling with laughter, from number one bestselling author Jeff Kinney! Hi my name is Rowley Jefferson and this is my book. Now I have a diary just like my friend Greg... Rowley''s best friend Greg Heffley has chronicled his middle-school years in thirteen Diary of a Wimpy Kid journals. Now it''s Rowley''s turn to give his side of the story. But Rowley has agreed to tell Greg''s story along the way, too. (After all, Greg says one day he will be rich and famous and the world will need to know how he managed it). But Rowley''s stories about Greg might not be quite what his friend had in mind . . . Praise for Jeff Kinney: ''The books contain meaty themes to do with family and friendship [...] more please''. The Telegraph ''No-one does the straight to camera narrative style of the diary better than Kinney ... This is as authentic and funny as the original Wimpy Kid books and makes just as irresistible reading.'' - Andrea Reece, LoveReading4Kids Reviewer ''Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children''s authors on the planet''- Independent ''The world has gone crazy for Jeff Kinney''s Diary of a Wimpy Kid'' - Sun ''Hilarious'' - TelegraphTrade ReviewKinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children's authors on the planet * Independent *

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Book SynopsisMore diary entries and doodles from Nikki's not-so-fabulous life, in the ninth instalment of the phenomenally successful Dork Diaries series.

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Book Synopsis From award-winning author Phil Earle comes the hilariously agonising account of one teenage boy’s disastrous attempts to win the heart of the cool new girl at school. Marv’s fourteen and his life is simple. There’s football. And his best mate, Jimmy. Perfect. Nothing else matters until a new girl at school called Carly crashes into his life. For Marv, it’s love at first sight, his emotions flipped upside down, as he knows a girl like Carly will never notice him. He needs help – lots of it – but when it miraculously arrives in the shape of a musical idol from the past, the path to Carly’s heart proves anything but easy … First love is unforgettable, and poor Marv is about to learn this the hard way – him, and his northern soul …Trade Review"A sweet and touching tale pitched firmly at boys of an awkward age … crashes and burns in amusing ways that sit somewhere on the teenage cringe scale between Adrian Mole and The Inbetweeners … Redding's appearance gives the story a brilliantly irreverent edge." – The Times "Earle is brilliant at capturing the excruciating realities of a teenage crush" – The Telegraph “Delightfully, toe-curlingly cringe for any teen who’s ever felt useless around their crush. Hilarious and heart-warming” – Holly Bourne “A brilliantly funny and achingly real story that perfectly captures the life of a teenage boy in all of its awkward, cringy glory. I absolutely loved it!” – Simon James Green “Phil Earle’s hilarious first-love story is for everyone who’s ever dared to fall head-over-heels. It’s note-perfect portrayal of discovering romance is guaranteed to make you laugh, cringe and cheer” – Keith Gray “Charmingly awkward, angsty and very funny. Northern Soul will strike a chord with all of us who have embarrassed ourselves for love” – Jenny Pearson “Funny, sharp and full of the hilarious horrors of teenage life. No one can tell a story quite like Phil Earle” – Katya Balen “Awkward, tender and dull of soul. A Spin the Bottle merry-go-round of a story” – Steven Camden “A joyous read!” – Lisa Thompson “A tale of young love, dating disasters, and the ghost of Otis Redding eating kebabs, this was excrutiating and hilarious – and I never want to be a teenager again” – Alastair Chisholm “I absolutely loved it. It’s so sweet, funny, relatable, well paced and original …” – Sarah Crossan “I've read pretty well every word Phil Earle has written, but this might just be my favourite of his books. So funny, so charming, so true. This is what it feels like to be a 14 year old boy in love for the first time.” – Anthony McGowan

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Book SynopsisLetters from a longed-for pet provide comfort and entertainment for a lonely boy in a heartfelt and gently humorous tale from bestselling author Piers Torday.Jamie is in hospital waiting for a life-changing operation. And to make a difficult time even harder, he's fallen out with his dad and refuses to speak to him when he comes to visit.To keep his spirits up, nurse Shirley suggests he writes a letter to the dog he desperately wants to adopt from the local dog home. But imagine his surprise when Dog writes back!Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

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Book SynopsisThe year was Something Something. Humans had spread like peanut butter across the galaxy, looking for new planets to call Somewhere. One of those planets was Somewhere Five One Three. When the humans arrive on Somewhere 513, they discover that the robots sent to prepare the planet for Humanity’s arrival have chosen to keep it for themselves. Only one robot remains loyal – K1-NG, aka King of the Robots. But even with the most powerful robot on their side, the outlawed humans don’t stand a chance. Ten years on, Gnat and her sister Paige are the only humans left and have spent their lives hidden underground. Now they must venture out in search of the one robot that stood by the humans. There’s just one problem – the once mighty K1-NG has vowed never to help another human for as long as he lives… The first in a hugely original and entertaining new trilogy for middle grade readers from the award-winning author of STITCH HEAD. For fans of Maz Evans and Thomas Taylor.

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Book SynopsisFilled with humour, heart and a touch of the supernatural, this second book in a brilliant new series takes you on a non-stop adventure in The Himalayas, perfect for the most intrepid of readers!An action-packed cross between Adventures on Trains and My Brother is a Superhero. When Maisie travels with her Dad to the Himalayas to research his book, How to Find Buried Treasure, she doesn't expect their exploration to take them deep into the caves beneath the mountains. Before long, Maisie has discovered a cursed treasure, stolen a shark, been hunted as a thief, walked through an underground lake and outrun an explosion. Just another average day!Turns out there's more to Maisie than she even realised herself, but will Dad tell her truth? Or is this secret just too dangerous?Have you read the icy and incredible... Maisie Vs Antarctica (Books Are My Bag Children's Book of the Month, October 2024)Praise for Maisie:Perfect blend of laugh-out-loud comedy and high-stakes action - Zohra Nabi, Waterstones Book of the Month author of The Kingdom Over the SeaA brilliant blend of mystery, survival and adventure, with a sprinkling of supernatural woven seamlessly in - Tom Vaughan, Waterstones Book of the Month author of Hercules: The Diary of a (Sort of Hero)

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Book SynopsisTHE ONE WITH THE SNOW STORMThe sixth laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!A snowstorm SHOULD bring nothing but fun. Hours in front of the TV, cuddling up with a blanket and NO SCHOOL ... But not for Greg Heffley.Being trapped inside with his family is bad enough, but it''s even worse when the POLICE are trying to track him down.School property has been damaged, and Greg''s the prime suspect. But he''s INNOCENT! Sort of. Is time finally up for Greg Heffley?WHAT''S IN DIARY OF A WIMPY KID? 50% words, 50% cartoons, 100% hilarious! Stories that all readers can''t wait to get their hands on Laughter guaranteed! *BRAND NEW* DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE DEEP END IS OUT NOW! And DON''T MISS an all-new fantasy from Greg''s best friend in Rowley Jefferson''s Awesome Friendly Adventure, the follow-up to the instant #1 bestseller Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson''s Journal. ''Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children''s authors on the planet'' Independent Have you read all the DIARY OF A WIMPY KID series? Diary of a Wimpy Kid Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Roderick Rules Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Double Down Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End - the BRAND NEW Wimpy Kid book - out now!!Trade ReviewThe world has gone crazy for Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid series * Sun *Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children's authors on the planet * Independent *Hilarious! * Sunday Telegraph *The most hotly anticipated children's book of the year is here - Diary of a Wimpy Kid * The Big Issue *

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Book SynopsisA collection of short stories about some extremely mischievous children from the world's favourite storyteller Enid Blyton. Perfect for children aged 5 and up!

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Book SynopsisWhat do you do when you meet a ghost? One: Provide the ghost with some of its favourite snacks, like mud tarts and earwax truffles. Two: Tell your ghost bedtime stories (ghosts love to be read to). Three: Make sure no one mistakes your ghost for whipped cream or a marshmallow when you aren't looking! If you follow the essential tips in How to Make Friends With a Ghost, you'll learn how a ghost can be the perfect companion for rest of your life and beyond... "Green’s picture-book debut is a guidebook that will be useful for anyone lucky enough to meet a ghost... A solid guidebook to shelve with similar tomes on caring for monsters, trolls, fairies, dragons, and the like." Kirkus Reviews "[A] tender little love story." The Globe and MailTrade Review"Rebecca Green’s debut picture book is a delightful, sweet friendship book with a beautiful, retro-inspired illustration and stylish palette with plenty of funny little details to find." * BookTrust *"[A] wonderful, whimsical guide" * Sunday Express *"A cute Hallowe'en read for ages 5-8" * Inis Reading Guide *"Endearing... perfectly timed for Halloween" * Early Years Educator *

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Book Synopsis'Very funny, very touching, very truthful - a total delight to read.' Jacqueline Wilson 'Amazing' Noel Fielding A laugh-out-loud, against-all-odds triumph of a story: the funniest debut of 2021 Billy Plimpton is an eleven-year-old boy with a big dream. He wants to be a stand-up comedian when he grows up: delivering pinpoint punch-lines and having audiences hang on his every hilarious word. A tough career for anyone, but surely impossible for Billy, who has a stammer. How will he find his voice, if his voice won't let him speak? The idea for this story came from Helen Rutter's son, who has a stammer: she wanted to write the book that he would love to read, starring a child like him. Praise for The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh 'This incredibly debut tugs at your heartstrings and

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Book SynopsisGreg Heffley has always been in a hurry to grow up. But is getting older really all it's cracked up to be? Suddenly Greg is dealing with the pressures of boy-girl parties, increased responsibilities, and even the awkward changes that come with getting older.Trade ReviewThe world has gone crazy for Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid series * Sun *Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children's authors on the planet * Independent *Hilarious! * Sunday Telegraph *The most hotly anticipated children's book of the year is here - Diary of a Wimpy Kid * The Big Issue *

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Book SynopsisIt's been six months since the Quest KidsNed, Terra, Gil, Boulder, and Ashsaved a village from a furious dragon (no big deal) and turned their questing efforts towardfinding Ned's parents.But when the crew notices a serious sense of doom and gloom across the Seven Kingdoms, theyset out in search of Doug, whose mysterious Dark Prophecy has the potential to send the world into even more diredarkness and dread. With help from new and old friends, the Quest Kids sail through stormy seas, vacation on the newly rebranded Contentment Island, and venture into the Forsaken Lands to find Doug, whosewicked tunes and even wickeder plans are in full force. Can the Quest Kids get it together to counter Doug's plans and find Ned's parentsor must they watch as a triumphant Doug surfs on waves of fire and fulfills his terrible prophecy?Trade Review“A rollicking romp carries on with a thickening plot.” —Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisGeorge and Harold have created the greatest superhero in the history of their school - and now they're about to bring him to life! MEET CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS! HIS TRUE IDENTITY IS SO SECRET, EVEN HE DOESN'T KNOW WHO HE IS! FIGHTING FOR TRUTH, JUSTICE AND ALL THINGS PRE-SHRUNK AND COTTONY!

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Book SynopsisIn the next hilarious illustrated instalment of Tom Gates, Mr Fullermanhas a class assignment: a family tree! Tom's ready to learnall about the Gates family, his friends and a furry creature (ortwo!).

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Book SynopsisGloriously silly comedy from Booker prize winner and bestseller RoddyDoyle. If adults are mean to children, they get the Giggler Treatment. It'ssmelly. It's squishy. And it sticks to your shoe. But sometimes,just sometimes, the Gigglers make a mistake... Can anyone come to Mr Mack's rescue before the poo hits the shoe?

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Book SynopsisWARNING: DO NOT READ THIS BOOK! Contains two extraordinary adventurers... A missing magicians diary... A symphony of smells... And a deadly secret. But wait, you already know too much! It is too late. Nothing will stop you now. Open the book if you must. But, please, tell no one.Trade Review***** 5 Stars * Betty Bookmark *A thoroughly entertaining read, both funny and addictive. Beyond the author's dire warnings, however, is a good adventure story with real warmth and unique and quirky characters. * Write Away *I cannot tell you what [this book] is called, clearly – it's a secret. I am under the impression that the author's name might just not be a real person's name. The book as it is is only presented to us because, although the contents are so dangerously shocking, life-changing and world-affecting, the author just cannot keep a secret. All attempt is made at putting us off reading, without being aware of what the consequences might be. All the same, we don't know where it happens, when it happens (although it starts on a Wednesday), nor even the characters' real names... I'd strongly recommend the book, and will make no secret of that fact. * The Book Bag *I honestly do not know how I lived without reading the book. * The Guardian *I'd strongly recommend the book, and will make no secret of that fact. * The Book Bag *If you like books that are funny and adventurous, then this is the book for you. It is about two friends who are always trying to save everybody. There is a magician who dies and Max-Ernest and Cass are suspicious and set out to find out what really happened… If you want to know what adventures they have, READ THE BOOK! I like this book because it is full of surprising and unexpected events. It made me laugh a lot and I always wanted to read on to see what was going to happen next. * Books for Keeps *Many different types of readers will thoroughly enjoy this tale including fans of Anthony Horowitz and Lemony Snicket. The book is an interesting read where many types of emotions overwhelm you such as horror, grief, mystery, anxiety the lot. Mixed with a hint of sweet satisfaction that you have finally read the story. I honestly do not know how I lived without reading the book - it baffles me. * Guardian Children's Books *Pseudonymous Bosch is from the Lemony Snicket school of creative writing, talking directly to the reader and issuing dire warnings of the dangers of reading this story... Clever writing depicts the main characters discovering more about themselves and each other as they rush headlong into the investigation of the disappearing magician and his symphony of smells. It is important that Cass is in training (Self taught) as a survivalist and, after facing many dangers and living in very interesting times, they survive to prepare for the sequel. * School Librarian Journal *Quirky, original and hugely entertaining this is a debut novel of fantastical proportions. The first in a secretive series, The Name of this Book is SECRET is accompanied by a website, part of which is in code so important information is only given to the brave (or foolhardy). It provides even more insight into the twisted villains and their lair. But shhh ... maybe I have said too much, tell no-one what I have said and whatever you do, don’t visit: www.thenameofthisbookissecret.co.uk * Love Reading 4 Kids *Quirky, original and hugely entertaining, this is a debut novel of fantastical proportions. * Lovereading4kids *This book starts with the words 'Do not read beyond this page'. Of course, I did and straight away felt I was part of a secret. There are two main characters: Cassandra (Cass) who has big ears that turn red when she's lying and Max Ernest who tells terrible jokes and talks non-stop. Together they investigate the burnt down house of a magician and discover the magician's notebook which leads to all sorts of secrets, suspense and adventure. The writing style is similar to The Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket, it's very funny and would appeal to boys and girls aged 8 to 11 years. * Flapjack *This is a strange book, it sometimes stops in mid-sentence and tells you it can't reveal any more and then leaves the rest of the sentence blank! It's full of 'you're not supposed to know this...' then leaves you hanging on for more. It's an adventure/fantasy-style book and is really different from all the other books I've read and that's A LOT of books! I liked the characters - they are like soul mates. I would recommend it; it has a great cliffhanger ending. * Teen Titles *When friends Max Ernest and Cass discover a strange box, entitled "The Symphony of Smells", with a secret notebook they become entangled in a mysterious and dangerous adventure. This is the first title in a hugely entertaining (and secretive) series. Full of quirky characters and written with a fun narrative voice, this book is a delight to read, but sssh, just don’t tell anyone... * Christmas Guide to Children’s Books *

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