Children’s / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories

Book SynopsisToy Story meets James Bond in the third book in this incredible action-packed series! Can Dan the teddy bear who is too strong, Arabella the rag doll with the bad temper and Flax the tech genuis robot rabbit save the day once more?When the world's most famous chocolate factory disappears, it is up to the Spy Toys to find out the truth and fast! If the chocolate runs out, there could be riots from children everywhere! The Spy Toys are sent undercover into a school where they need to disguise themselves as regular pupils. Could this be their toughest challenge yet? They'll need all their wits about them to defeat this baddie. And one thing is for sure: these kids don't play nice!Featuring hilarious illustrations from Tim Wesson throughout, this series is perfect for fans of Pamela Butchart and David Solomons' My Brother is a Superhero.Trade ReviewAction and humour aplenty * The Bookseller *Fast-moving adventure ensues, a mix of daft but exciting action scenes, wisecracks, slapstick and black and white illustrations by Tim Wesson add to the all-round appeal * Love Reading For Kids *

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Book SynopsisCats with superpowers! This brand-new series from bestselling author Gwyneth Rees is every young animal lover's dream come true. Perfect for fans of Holly Webb, Alex T. Smith, and those who want their animal stories with a bit more action!Now that Tagg and Sugarfoot have developed their superpowers, they are recruited for a special mission by Topaz Top Cat.They''ve just heard that an evil supervillain is back in town and that can only mean one thing he is going to break his partner in crime out of prison and finish one last devious job. The super cats have to stop them!In order to get more information, Tagg and Sugarfoot will need to infiltrate Hamish''s infamous band of Hit Cats. They are going to need all their wits and superpowers about them this time!Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR SUPER CATS: Fabulous. Full of fur-raising excitement! * Bestselling author HOLLY WEBB *PRAISE FOR SUPER CATS: A purr-fect adventure! * Bestselling author TRACEY CORDEROY *Fast paced and fun, with plenty of excitement and tension along the way. An enjoyable action packed animal story * The English Association *An exciting sequel to Super Cats, this feline crime caper is purr-fect for independent young readers, particularly those with a fondness for cats. Lively black-and-white illustrations feature throughout each chapter, bringing the characters to life * BookTrust *This is a fun, action packed story that’s puurrfect for younger readers * MiniTravellers *

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Book SynopsisTwo intrepid girls go from ladies-in-waiting to knights-in-action when they rip up the rule book and go searching for adventure!Wondermere is the luckiest kingdom in the land, all thanks to the dragons that nest on top of the castle. Nobody wants them to fly away, so everyone has to FOLLOW THE RULES and make sure everything STAYS THE SAME to keep the dragons HAPPY.Princess Grace HATES the rules. They stop her doing everything she loves, like PLAYING TROLL-O and WEARING TROUSERS and training to be a BRAVE KNIGHT. Why do boys get all the FUN! Determined to prove that the rules are a LOAD OF OLD SWAMP ROT, Grace and her sister Princess Portia secretly enter the year's BIGGEST TROLL-O TOURNAMENT. A couple of rule-breakers couldn't possibly disturb the dragons could they? Cheeky, charming and laugh-out-loud funny, the debut young fiction series from bestselling picture book author Michelle Robinson is chock-full of chuckles (and grumpy unicorns). Perfect for fans of Cressida CoweTrade ReviewWitty dialogue, fast pace and delightful illustrations that I'm sure the dragons would approve of! Do Not Disturb The Dragons is a glittery & feisty read * NetGalley Reviewer *Laugh out loud funny, Do Not Disturb The Dragons is a raucous, rule-breaking romp showing that if you are blocked from following your dreams, you have to be the change you want [...] Sharon Davey's playful illustrations bring the fun and joy at the heart of this delightful story to life, and capture the cheeky, charming girls and their friends' personalities perfectly. Perfect for younger readers striking out on their own reading adventure, this would also make a fun class read for KS1 with lots to talk about along the way. And even better, it's the first in a series, too! * Reading Zone *

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Book SynopsisThe Olobobs are having a party for Gurdy, but one thing is missinga present! Join Tib, Lalloo, and Bobble on their trip to Norbet's shop to find the perfect gift for Gurdy's important and exciting day! Based on the hit CBeebies series, Olobob Top. Lift the flaps and uncover yummy cakes, balloons,hats, and the many wonders of Norbet's shop! Olobob Top is the exciting CBeebies animated pre-school TV series that follows Tib, Lalloo and Bobble, which has already received an overwhelmingly positive response. There are lots of adventures to be had, but there are often some problems to face along the way. Don''t worry,the Olobobs know that the right amount of imagination, inventiveness and creativity can solve anything - from building a new house for a friend, to planning a party to finding something lost. Bloomsbury''s Olobob Top series allows children to extend and explore their own creativity, just like the Olobobs,whether it''s by learning new shapes and numbers or creating their

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Book SynopsisFeaturing loveable characters, daring deeds and exciting characters, this larger-than-life, laugh-out-loud picture book is perfect for imaginations and destined to be a repeat read at bedtime.' SLOAN! MagazineWatch out! A Giant Baby has been spotted in the kingdom!Summon the special advisors. Send out the knights in shining armour. Let loose the monster-size bear!Can anyone defeat this Giant Baby and bring peace back to the kingdom?A hilarious celebration of playtime and imagination, sure to entertain young and old alike. Featuring loveable characters, daring deeds and exciting adventures, this larger-than-life, laugh-out-loud picture book is perfect for igniting giant imaginations and destined to be a repeat read at bedtime.Trade ReviewAttack of the Giant Baby is destined to be a colossal hit. This delightfully whimsical and imaginative tour de force is the cross between Toy Story and King Kong you didn't know you needed! * Picture Book Snob *Young readers will love this playful and imaginary realisation of a familiar family drama which is vividly captured in Bruce Ingman’s large-scale illustrations which blend real and imaginary worlds perfectly * Julia Eccleshare, Love Reading 4 Kids *A slightly silly, enormously enjoyable story demonstrating the importance of listening to children * Red Reading Hub *Laugh out loud ... Destined to be a repeat read at bedtime * Sloan Magazine *Perfect for all children with lively imaginations and a sense of fun, this is a hoot of a book which will fast become a favourite * Books For Keeps *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThis book will roll off the shelves. * Kirkus Reviews *Warm, relevant, and inclusive, this title is accessible to readers who are new to the series, and a welcome addition for those who are already fans. * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisIn this fantastical bedtime adventure, babies from far and wide join forces to defy their ultimate nighttime nemesis: sleep!The babies have come from far and wide, crawling and walking and toddling and tumbling.These are the can’t-sleep babies, the won’t-sleep babies, the itchy-feet babies, the just-one-more-story-please babies.“Sleep! Sleep! Anywhere but Sleep!!!” sing the babies.And the quest of the Midnight Babies begins!Babies arise! In an epic quest to stay awake, the Midnight Babies must overcome sleepy temptation: battling the forces of Slumberland, venturing through the Forest of Nightlights and the Sea of Stories, voyaging through the Garden of Lullabies to the Rockabye River, and even through the dreaded Land of Nodoff. But can they resist their greatest challenge: the Cuddle?Bestselling author-illustrator Isabel Greenberg turns bedtime on its head with a hilarious, deligTrade ReviewThis clever, tongue-in-cheek story will be best appreciated by parents familiar with sleep-delaying tactics. The dynamic, cartoony pencil-and-charcoal illustrations, colored digitally, are lively and imaginative and feature lots of endearing, wide-eyed, racially diverse infants. * Kirkus *A bedtime story for toddlers who stalwartly resist bedtime. * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisCaboose is a hilarious picture book all about the antics of classroom line-up from children's book creator and elementary school librarian Travis Jonker, with art from critically acclaimed illustrator Ruth Chan Every kid knows the joy of being line leader. You can make the line go fast. You can make the line go slow. You can stop suddenly and make the line crashoh, the power! Cedric has all sorts of tricks to make sure he's first in line. There's the fast walk, the slow run, the shoulder tap, the slingshot, and so much more. But when Cedric's line leader antics go too far, he's banished to the back of the line. The very back of the line. Now that Cedric's the caboose, he must hatch a whole new world of hijinks. The turtle walk, the step back, the cloak of invisibility, the no, no, after you! The possibilities are endless!A chaotic yet hilarious story grounded in real childhood emotions. (Kirkus starred review).* Comically and intricately mapping a circuitous path through the playgro

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Book SynopsisNumber One for Fiendish Fun!This book contains an angry babysitter, a MAD movie, SQUIRTY ketchup and a pet chicken!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 ReviewFunny and imaginative,Horrid Henry's Ketchup can make any non-reader pick it up and enjoy it * DAWN.com *Funny and imaginative,Horrid Henry's Ketchup can make any non-reader pick it up and enjoy it * DAWN.com *

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Book SynopsisSolstice and Edgar, the sulky raven, go ghost-hunting, and pit their wits against the obnoxious Captain Spookini, in the second quirky mystery by Blue Peter award-winning team Marcus Sedgwick and Pete Williamson.

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Book SynopsisThe hysterical no 1 New York Times bestseller by Newbery honoree Carl Hiaasen -- featuring gators, animal wranglers, inept reality TV hosts and one frozen iguana.Trade ReviewAn epic read -- Noah Sheldrick, aged 12 * Kid Around *Crazy comedy from acclaimed adult writer * Flipside *Hilarious * Carousel *Fans of Carl Hiaasen's work will be familiar with his distinctive sense of humour and penetrating eye for human failings ... hugely entertaining, but also thought-provoking, addressing some serious social issues * Book Trust *Satire is a powerful weapon in the hands of an expert , and you're more likely to laugh out loud than cry during this book because the situations the characters get themselves into are so utterly off-the-wall... well worth a look. * THE BOOK BAG *An extremely funny and entertaining story which also manages ... to say some serious and important things ... an excellent, fast-moving comedy adventure. It is also a highly effective attack on the sham contrivances of reality TV ... highly recommended * School Librarian *An hilarious, edge of your seat read. Animal lovers everywhere will love this great story about dangerous creatures, which also gives a behind the scenes look at how the worst TV shows are made. -- Julia Eccleshare * LOVEREADING4KIDS *

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Book SynopsisThe third hilarious children's novel from Demolition Dad and Superhero Street author Phil Earle, illustrated by Waterstones Children's Book Prize shortlisted artist, Sara Ogilvie. Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl, Liz Pichon and David Walliams.Trade ReviewThis is a hilarious book that encourages children to put themselves in someone else's shoes. * THE INDEPENDENT *These books have all the humour and slapstick you'd expect, but it's their enormous heart and genuine diversity that makes them stand out in a very crowded genre. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *Warm-hearted fun * The Daily Mail on SUPERHERO STREET *A laugh-out-loud read full of capes and japes! If you like Superheroes this is right down your Street! * Danny Wallace, presenter and bestselling author, on SUPERHERO STREET *Phil "BOOKCRUSHER" Earle has written one, funny, fabulous, pile driving BLAST of a book. (Read it in Lycra for full wrestling experience.) * Liz Pichon on DEMOLITION DAD *Sara Ogilvie's beautifully drawn illustrations add real life and humour * David Tazzyman, illustrator of MR GUM *Down to earth humour, somewhat silly and decidedly positive, this is a lively read that children will thoroughly enjoy * Parents In Touch *This very funny story has emotive undertones that give us plenty of food for thought * Primary Times *...there's a lot of affection here, as we watch Masher's transformation over the chapters. It's very refreshing to see him presented as a rounded character. Throw into the mix Ogilvie's deliciously detailed sketches, and this is a fun read, indeed. * BookTrust *This is the third instalment of the Storey Street series by Yorkshire author Phil Earle as he expands the ever-engaging story street with a brilliant female hero * Big Issue (North) *Part of the Storey Street series, Phil Earle's book has all the usual wit, pace and silliness * Book Trust *This is Earle's best to date: the hilarity and rapid pace are balanced by the very real issues of dealing with emotions, bullying and conforming to expectations. A fun and heart-warming read, peppered with wit * Inis *Aimed at younger children, this novel has plenty of twists and intrigue to keep readers engaged but also touches on some larger issues: the unhappiness of bullies and the importance of having the courage to do the Right Thing * School Librarian *Hilarious and heartfelt it's really unusual to see the bully at the centre of the story. Instead of Masher being a one dimensional baddy, Phil allows us to see how his personality has been shaped and influenced by a dastardly, devious Dad. It has an emotional depth to it which I found really touching. * Book Lover Jo *

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Book SynopsisFoxy DuBois is on a mission to get rich quick. Only one thing stands in her way - Alphonso the Alligator! Can Foxy''s hair-brained schemes make enough money to keep Alphonso fed? Or will Foxy DuBois find herself on the menu?An hilarious new series for young readers from an award-winning author-illustrator team. Alex''s first fiction series - Claude - was selected for the Richard and Judy Children''s Book Club and the Waterstone''s Children''s Book Prize, and he is the World Book Day Illustrator 2014. Caryl has been shortlisted for the Red House Award and won many awards, including the Stockport Award.Trade ReviewWildly illustrated on every page by Alex T Smith. Early reading... made highly enjoyable. * Independent on Sunday *Praise for Claude:'The author is a comparative newcomer to picture books; on this evidence, he should go far.'The Independent on Sunday'A handsome creation.'The Children's Bookseller'I loved everything about this book.' * Bookbag *The illustrations are wonderful... full of comic touches and lots of detail... great fun. * * * * * Bookbag *Playful... anarchic... wicked sense of humour... great fun. * Teach Primary *Chaos prevails in this very funny story... perfect for those beginning to gain confidence in their reading. * Primary Times *Alex's fantastic illustrations bring this great caper to life, a brilliant new series for newly confident readers. * Ruth Swindon (The Bookworm) *A funny and exciting story. * School Librarian *Fast-paced, funny and with the marvellous illustrations one would expect from Smith... an entertaining and recommended read for the infant age group. * English 4-11 *

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Book SynopsisIt''s a tight squeeze as usual in the Butterfield house, and with baby Will''s stuff taking up all the room it''s getting even worse. Lucinda''s house has ten times more room for her family than the squished Butterfields have! Mattie''s Worry List gets bigger when Mum seems to be unhappy, and wants to move house. But moving house would mean moving schools - Mattie''s worst Worry List come true!Trade ReviewMy Funny Family's back -- hooray. Attractively illustrated... readers will love Chris Higgins' My Funny Family Moves House. * The Cornishman *

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Book SynopsisNine-year-old Mattie is excited. Uncle Vez''s brother and his wife have come to visit! With their Australian guests, life in the Butterfield household is even more chaotic than usual. Mattie just has one worry on her Worry List ... Has Grandma met her match in Aunty Sheila?Trade ReviewMy Funny Family gets Funnier is the seventh book in the heartwarming and hilarious My Funny Family series * London Mums Magazine *

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Book SynopsisThe second book in the insanely funny debut children's series from Emmy award-winning comedy writer and cartoonist Andy Riley, scriptwriter for BBC One's Gangsta Granny and The Boy in the Dress.Trade ReviewA laugh-a-minute book which will have the reader in fits of laughter; the wonderful line drawings and clever use of layout will really engage readers * Parents in Touch *A laugh-a-minute book which will have the reader in fits of laughter; the wonderful line drawings and clever use of layout will really engage readers * Parents in Touch *

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Book SynopsisIt's 30 years since Princess Smartypants made her bestselling debut in picture books - here she is in her second full-length adventure.Trade ReviewWith a well-known princess, three fed-up bears and a parade of motorcycling grannies, this is a great take of fairy tales and a highly enjoyable read. * Parents in Touch *Princess Smartypants is confident, brilliant and resourceful (and she definitely doesn't need a prince to help her rule over her kingdom of Totaloonia!). A great step up from early readers for 6-8 year olds, who will love the black and white illustrations peppered through the book. * The School Run *Engaging, funny and informative. * Women in Science *

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Book SynopsisMeet Claude, the ordinary dog with an extraordinary life. Now the star of his very own TV show on Disney Junior and ITVBe. Claude and Sir Bobblysock just happen to wander accidentally into the royal palace on a very special day indeed - the Queen''s birthday! Unfortunately the royal nanny, Nanny Stern-Bloomers, has had to take herself off for a lie-down and there''s no one to make sure the royal children stay neat and tidy for the big party. But . . . Claude and Sir Bobblysock could step in to babysit, couldn''t they? After all, princes and princesses are always on their best behaviour . . . The tenth book in this hilarious bestselling series. Perfect for new readers and also great for sharing! Praise for the Claude series: ''Illustrated with humour and elegance'' The Times ''With quirky illustrations and plenty of humour'' Metro Claude in the City was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children''s Book

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of the OI FROG AND FRIENDS series comes a roaringly funny new picture book, jam-packed with dinosaurs . . . Brrr! The Ice Age is coming, the temperatures are dropping and the dinosaurs are frrreezing. Only one thing will keep them warm - woolly jumpers! But dinosaurs can''t knit, can they? Find out what REALLY happened to the dinosaurs in an out-of-this-world adventure, featuring dinosaurs, knitting and a trip to outer space. Kes Gray''s OI FROG AND FRIENDS series has sold over 1.5 million copies.

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Book SynopsisOne boy. One disappointing superpower. Can Dylan and his bunch of hyper iguanas make a lasting impression on the superhero collective, run by Ron Strongman, or will he be laughed out of town? He might have the lamest superpower ever but Dylan, AKA Iguana Boy, has proven himself worthy enough to be accepted into the superhero collective. Dylan is excited and his iguanas are hyper. Recipe for success, RIGHT? Iguana Boy and his team of iguanas eagerly await their orders to SAVE THE WORLD. But CEO of the Superhero Collective Ron Strongman doesn't have time for lowly superheroes.  Dylan will have to find his own way to get to the top, or else he will be saving silly cats from trees FOREVER. When a new villain is causing chaos across London, Dylan can't believe his luck... this is his chance. Can Iguana Boy bring Repeat Offender to justice ...  In 30 seconds or less!Trade ReviewThis is the hilarious sequel to Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza, and it's equally funny... Unique characters and a clever plot make a very enjoyable read with a twist. * Parents in Touch *...brings the same zany, cartoonish humour to a world full of children with the kind of super-powers the X-Men would have had if Spike Milligan had invented them... Most importantly, just like the first book, Iguana Boy carries a warm message of acceptance, understanding and making the best of the talents that you have, no matter how small or silly they may seem. * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisKids everywhere will love this brilliant book! MATT LUCASBrilliantly original and hilarious. It''s nearly as good as one of my books. DAVID WALLIAMSTwo words - such fun! MIRANDA HARTBeautiful, inventive and laugh-out-loud funny. SUE PERKINSGreat to read aloud with children of 5+ and perfect for newly independent readers of 7+.King Edwin Flashypants is back for his fourth hilarious adventure! Minister Jill has a secret. And it''s something to do with the weird meadow in Edwinland. King Edwin always thought Minister Jill was a bit boring, like most grown-ups, but when she is kidnapped, he realises that her past might actually be very exciting indeed ...

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Book SynopsisNelly isn''t scared of monsters. In fact, she babysits for them. From the bestselling author of the OI FROG! and DAISY books comes this hilarious, action-packed series for fans of THE BOLDS and BARRY LOSER.''If monsters are real, how come I''ve never seen one?''''Because they never go out.''''Why don''t monsters ever go out?''''Because they can never get a babysitter.''Ever played catch with a six-legged Gog, or made pancakes with an oozy orange Squurm? Every time Nelly rings on a new monster family''s doorbell she''s up for a new challenge. Come on her monster-sitting adventures in this laugh-out-loud funny first book in the NELLY THE MONSTER SITTER series. Kes Gray is one of the Independent''s top ten children''s authors, and winner of the Red House Children''s Book Award.This story now comes with brand-new illustrations; it was previously published in a collection entitled: Grerks, Squurms & Water Greeps.Trade ReviewA well written story which quickly engages the reader; the illustrations by Chris Jevons are perfect... * Parents in Touch *Kes Gray clearly had a ball writing this glorious monster adventure and children will love it too. * Irish Independent *

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Book SynopsisMeet Agent Weasel: woodland super-spy. In his greatest challenge yet, Agent Weasel must confront the villainous Rook King. Perfect for reading alone or sharing together, for fans of The Bolds and Mr Gum.''I always call Agent Weasel in a crisis! I love this brilliant, funny new series.'' Dermot O''LearySpring has sprung in the United Woodlands, and the animals of Woodland Intelligence (WI6) are celebrating with a barbecue. But when a mysterious attack from the skies bursts Beaver Dam wide open, the woodland is flooded! The head of WI6 suspects foul play.It''s time to call Agent Weasel, woodland super-spy. Can he manage a daring underwater rescue? Will he notice the clues leading high into the treetops? Will he ever get over the drowning of his precious biscuit collection? Find out in this wild and watery tale, with glorious illustrations throughout. This is the third Agent Weasel adventure: have you checked out Agent Weasel a

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Book SynopsisReady PESTS Go - can the PESTS win the day? Find out in the third book in the laugh-out-loud series from Emer Stamp, award-winning creator of the bestselling DIARY OF PIG series. Meet Stix ... a small mouse facing a very big challenge. It's the summer term and that means the annual 'sports night' competition with PESTS local rivals, VERMIN. These 'outdoor' pests are a tough bunch. Their waspy headteacher, Sir Sting-a-lot, runs their school out of the dilapidated garden shed. VERMIN are streetwise and in a league of their own, but it's been years since PESTS have lifted the trophy, but Stix and his friends are determined to do their best. So when VERMIN suddenly lose their edge and PESTS take the lead, it seems like their positive thinking has paid off. But something is amiss - and it has Professor Armageddon written all over it. Can PESTS take down their old enemy and beat their rivals? It's PESTS for the win!

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Book SynopsisOne Boy. One Disappointing Superpower. Can Dylan prove his worth, or will he be saving cats from trees FOREVER? The hilarious third book in the Iguana Boy series. Dylan, AKA Iguana Boy, EPICALLY FAILING his superhero missions. It's getting embarrassing now ...  Fortunately, a MYSTERIOUS HERO is about to turn his luck around. BUT THEN, supervillain, MIND BENDER kidnaps all the superheroes and demands the government work flat out on a special GOLDEN TOOTHBRUSH!  Can Iguana Boy save the day, ALONE? (with the help of  his trusty iguanas!)Great to read aloud with children of 5+ and perfect for newly independent readers of 7+.

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Book SynopsisA hilarious double-act like no other! Accidentally naughty nine-year-old Molly and Notes, the secret scribble witch who lives in her pen pot face friendship troubles, spelling championships and, of course, a few magical muddles along the way. When Molly finds out her best friend, Chloe, is moving schools, it feels like the end of the world. That''s until she realises her secret paper witch, Notes, can fly letters between them. But then Molly receives a note from Chloe that mentions her new friends and the Inter-School Spelling Championship and her bubble bursts. In retaliation, Molly enters herself into the competition. Just one tiny problem: Molly absolutely HATES spelling.Meanwhile, Notes is up to her usual tricks and is determined to help Molly make new friends of her own. Of course, there are a few magical muddles along the way ... Can Molly and Chloe get their friendship back on track? Will Notes succeed in her mission? And who will win t

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Book SynopsisThe biscuit factory in Haddie''s hometown is absolutely 100% NOT a Super-Secret Science Lab. Or a portal to another dimension. With orange fluffy monsters. OH NO. DEFINITELY NOT. Or ... is it? A laugh-out-loud biscuit-bonkers adventure for fans of My Brother is a Superhero and Kid Normal. *Winner of the Northern Writers'' Award*I live near a biscuit factory. Sounds like a dream come true, right? But it''s not all fun and jammie dodgers. You see, the biscuit factory is really a Super-Secret Science Lab. Everyone pretends it makes biscuits. It just makes life easier. Until today. Because the biscuit factory tore a hole through dimensions, and now HUGE ORANGE MONSTERS are climbing through.Oh, and if we don''t do something, the world is going to go KABLOOEY in the next thirty minutes. NOT ON MY WATCH. You coming? ''So funny you''ll snort custard creams out of your nose'' Mr J Dodger

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Book SynopsisEnter the colourful world of Indigo Wilde, and the magical creatures she takes care of ... When a moon bear appears at the door, Indigo''s off on a hair-raising adventure! A wonderfully wild series for readers of 7+ and fans of Pippi Longstocking and Amelia Fang. *Indigo is winner of the Alligator''s Mouth Award!*On Thursday, the doorbell rings at Indigo Wilde''s house on Jellybean Crescent. It''s a moon bear - an enormous winged bear covered with stars, the rarest of all rare creatures.The bear tells Indigo that her parents were studying it in its habitat in the Unknown Wilderness ... and now they''ve vanished.Indigo and her brother Quigley head off to rescue their parents. On their journey they come across many magical and extraordinary new creatures, but their parents are nowhere to be seen. Fortunately, there are other people studying the wildlife in the Unknown Wilderness. But do the people Indigo and Quigley meet really have the best inte

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Horror Heights: can the children who live here conceal the strange goings on behind closed doors? Book two in the creeptastic series.Ryan''s favourite hobby is watching influencer''s videos online. One day Ryan posts a comment underneath a video of his favourite influencer, Grimmf, and is delighted when Grimmf video calls him. Grimmf asks if Ryan wants to swap lives with him - all Ryan has to do is repeat yes three times. It''s a no brainer! On the third yes, Ryan is pulled into the laptop.Ryan is thrilled. He watches his Grimmf doing his chores in his bedroom, while he gets to have fun being an influencer! When lots of followers stream his channel Ryan asks for anything he likes and it appears. Time flies when you''re having fun.But by night time, Ryan is exhausted by having to be on all the time. When he asks Grimmf if they can swap back, Grimmf laughs and cuts off the connection. As Ryan loses followers, his food supply runs low.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Horror Heights: can the children who live here conceal the strange goings on behind closed doors? Book three in the creeptastic series.When Yas takes a selfie in the local park with her brand new phone, she doesn''t expect to see an old lady photobombing her picture. In fact, each time Yas opens the camera app, the ghostly old lady figure re-appears silently screaming. Yas decides to investigate with best friend Oscar. If the pair are being haunted, then maybe the ghost has something important to tell them... What does she want? Can Yas and Oscar find a way to banish her for good?A creeptastic new series for readers aged 8 and up - are you brave enough to discover the scares behind every door at Horror Heights?

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Book SynopsisHere lies me. Cordelia Erin Bridges. May she be remembered as more than her bloody underwear. A fresh, funny YA novel overflowing with period positivity, perfect for fans of Geek Girl and Moxie.

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Book SynopsisJazz wants to help her mum and dad with the painting. They are happy for her to help, as long as she doesn''t make a mess!Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.

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Book SynopsisThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Ben and Jack really want to help on the farm, but the animals just do not like the food they''re handing out!Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.

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Book SynopsisThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)When Bindi has to take something to school for Show and Tell, Dad has a brilliant idea... but what is inside the box?Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.

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Book SynopsisThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)In this funny retelling of the traditional tale, Little Red Hen is making pizza. Fox is far too busy to help her ... until the pizza is nearly ready to eat!Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.Perfect for 5-6 year olds or those reading book band blue 4.

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Book SynopsisThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)The children want to make orange jelly, but Mum only has red or yellow. Luckily, she has a good idea ...Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.Perfect for 5-6 year olds or those reading book band blue 4.

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Book SynopsisThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)The children want to make orange jelly, but Mum only has red or yellow. Luckily, she has a good idea ...Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.Perfect for 5-6 year olds or those reading book band blue 4.

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Book SynopsisThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)The king wants the perfect crown to wear for his party, but none of them are quite right. The queen might just have a good solution ...Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.Perfect for 5-6 year olds or those reading book band blue 4.

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Book SynopsisEva Ibbotson was born in Vienna, but when the Nazis came to power her family fled to England and she was sent to boarding school. She became a writer while bringing up her four children, and her bestselling novels have been published around the world. Journey to the River Sea won the Nestlé Gold Award and was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal, the Whitbread Children's Book of the Year and the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize. Some of her other young fiction titles include The Secret of Platform 13, Which Witch? and The Great Ghost Rescue. Eva died peacefully in October 2010 at the age of eighty-five.Trade ReviewA clever blend of magic and humour, The Beasts of Clawstone Castle is an enthralling story, elegantly written. * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisMonster Mission by Eva Ibbotson is a fun fantasy adventure full of fantastical creatures and mythical monsters!'We must kidnap some children,' announced Aunt Etta. 'Young, strong ones. It will be dangerous, but it must be done.'Three children are stolen and taken to a bizarre island, which is home to some extraordinary creatures - including mermaids, selkies and the legendary kraken. The island is the base for a very mysterious mission. But the magical adventure is cut short when the island is suddenly under siege. Can the children save themselves and their new friends?'Funny, gripping, charming and completely irresistible' - Amanda CraigTrade ReviewWildly original and wholly satisfying. -- Amanda Craig * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisIn The Fib, The Swap and The Trick, George Layton's collections of short stories evoke a nostalgic, atmospheric view of growing up in the 1950s. Now published together for the first time as a bind-up The coach started to move off. I felt frightened. All these weeks, looking forward to it, and now I didn't want to go. Please, Mum, let me go home. She was running alongside, waving her hanky and crying . . .He'd nagged his mother for weeks to let him go on the school exchange, swapping his home in the backstreets of a northern town for a posh house in London. With a proper family. With a dad. But now it was all going wrong . . .

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Book SynopsisThe Princess Diaries series by Meg Cabot continues to be phenomenally successful many years since its first publication. After topping the US and UK bestseller lists for weeks and winning several awards, Meg was crowned the 'reigning grande dame of teenage chick lit' by The New York Times Book Review. Two films produced by Disney based on the series have been hugely popular throughout the world.Meg Cabot has written many books for children, teenagers and adults, including the bestselling Abandon series, the All-American Girl books, Teen Idol, Avalon High and The Mediator series.Meg Cabot (her last name rhymes with habit, as in 'her books can be habit forming') currently lives in Key West, Florida, with her husband and various cats.

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Book Synopsis‘A wonderful, tender evocation of friendship and how its power can help you overcome your worst fears. A pure splash of joy.’ The Daily MailShortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2022Duck is not like other ducks. Duck doesn’t like water and is perfectly fine alone, thank you very much. But then, one dark and stormy night, an outgoing, water-loving, and very lost Frog turns up at Duck’s door. Can this odd couple find Frog’s home? And will they find friendship along the way?This endearing, gorgeously illustrated tale marks the author-illustrator debut for Steve Small, illustrator of the highly acclaimed, I’m Sticking with You by Smriti Halls (shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2021 and for Children's Illustrated Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2021).‘A beautiful book, with a zen-like balance, and full of light and drama, too.’ Be

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Book SynopsisClimb into the adventure of your dreams in the bestselling adventure from bestselling author, Ben Miller!Lana and Harrison are staying with their grandparents, when they discover their favourite tree to play in is under threat. That night, a magical golden thread leads them up through the hollow of the tree into a storybook land, where wind and rain rage and a mysterious creature lives.   When Harrison is kidnapped by the evil Spider Queen, Lana must do whatever it takes to find him, save the villagers and restore the balance of the storybook world, before the night is out.  A breathtaking journey through magical worlds for all the family, featuring Lana and Harrison, the adventure-loving siblings from the smash-hit The Day I Fell into a Fairytale, from master storyteller, Ben Miller. Praise for Ben Miller:

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Book SynopsisMr Funny''s car is a shoe! It looks very funny when he drives to the zoo. But can he cheer up the animals? Mr Dizzy always gets things confused, until one day he happens upon a wishing well... Mr Bump tries his hand at many jobs, but keeps getting fired! Will he ever bump into one that''s suitable for him? Mr Fussy is a fussy old fusspot who dusts his flowers and irons his shoelaces! So how will he cope with Mr Clumsy? Mr Topsy-Turvy manages to turn a whole town upside down! Mr Small goes job hunting and finds, after all, he''s perfect as he is.1 CD. 44 mins.

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Book SynopsisAfter all, it's hard to explain Digby to a boy like Miles, especially when Zoe isn't sure how she feels about Digby herself - or how he feels about her. Now that Digby's back, get ready for another hilarious whodunit filled with razorsharp dialogue, ridiculously funny action, and the most charismatic, dynamic duo you've ever met.Trade ReviewA great book with the same snark, wit and laugh out loud moments that were present in book one. Now it's just waiting for the finale! * An Awful Lot Of Reading *This is easily one of the best contemporary teen series out there right now, and really should get more recognition for its ace characters, hilarious escapades, and witty dialogue... Bring on the next one! * Page To Stage *If you're a fan of crime / mystery novels and are looking for one with two snippy, amusing protagonists, I highly recommend checking out this series. * Written Word Worlds *This was such a fun book to read. * Debra's Book Cafe *Dark, funny and outrageous this is one book you will want to read. * Escapades of a Bookworm *

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Book SynopsisThe third in Sir Chris Hoy's fantastically fun, magical cycling adventure series. The Hercules' Hopefuls are through to the next round of the cycling tournament, but there's a big problem. Bruce's Biscuits are expanding their factory - and building over the park where the team train!

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