Children’s / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories
Dalen (Llyfrau) Cyf An Piocardach i Bponc
Book SynopsisProfessor Prionsias Piocardach''s newest device is causing international strife with Tintin and Haileabó coming to the rescue.
£10.63
Dalen (Llyfrau) Cyf Tintin Tír an Òir Dhuibh: 2023
Book SynopsisThe black gold of Khemed''s oilfields has brought this Middle Eastern kingdom not only untold riches, but also violent in-fighting for supremacy which threatens regional peace. As Tintin steps into this dangerous scenario he meets an old foe intent on taking advantage of the situation... with explosive consequences.
£9.80
HarperCollins Publishers Sam Francisco, King of the Disco
Book SynopsisThe beats were loud, the lights were bright. The cats drank milk and danced all night. Superstar DJ Sam Francisco's music is keeping Buzzkill Bill awake. Bill sends dogs, pest control and even the police to shut it down. When he pulls the plug things look bleak, but it’s the people (and cats) who make a party, not the fancy equipment. Superstar DJ Sam Francisco’s party is keeping Buzzkill Bill awake. He sends his dogs to shut it down. Then pest control, the firebrigade and the police! When Bill pulls the plug things look bleak, but luckily it’s the people (and the cats) who make a party, not the fancy equipment.Trade Review"Have you ever wondered why your cats sleep all day? Well in Sam Francisco, King of the Disco we might unlock the secret to why our furry felines are so sleepy!” – Crawley Waterstones "I absolutely loved Sam Francisco, King of the Disco it is so joyous, fun and entertaining that you won’t be able to stop smiling.” – Waterstones Head Office
£11.69
Candy Jar Books Lethbridge-Stewart: New Book
Book SynopsisIt was impossible that the public could ever have missed seeing the giant alien spaceship. But somehow, everyone did. Lethbridge-Stewart faces death by coincidence, as probability gets turned upside-down. And as the attacks get closer and closer to home, so does the political fallout. His career, his dream of uniting the worlds'' nations against alien threats, even his family could pay the price.
£11.45
Library for All Archie The Builder (Tetun edition) - Antonio
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£8.99
Exisle Publishing Game On: Shrinkle
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£9.49
Exisle Publishing Game On: Glitched
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£9.49
Kayppin Media Nobody Likes Mermaids
Book SynopsisA mermaid tale to inspire giggles in mermaid lovers everywhere! When a seahorse tries to convince a group of sea creatures why nobody likes mermaids, will it be the seahorse who learns something in the end? Come along on this imaginative, laugh out loud adventure and learn why nobody likes mermaids (hint: it’s because everybody loves them!). This funny mermaid picture book gently addresses SEL concepts such as jealousy, accepting differences, comparisons, and being comfortable with yourself―in a fun, child-friendly way. A special nonfiction section filled with facts about seahorses is also included at the end of the book! “Mermaids are so overrated. They can’t change colors, their tails blend in with the ocean, and they claim to be magical (but I’ve never seen them do anything!). Plus, they’re really hard to find. Seahorses are known to be great friends…There are so many reasons why nobody likes mermaids. Don’t believe me? Read this book and I’ll prove it to you!” - Seahorse Also in the Nobody Likes series: Nobody Likes Unicorns Nobody Likes the Easter Bunny and more to come! Nobody Likes Mermaids is an instructive and imaginative read-aloud picture book perfect for: Mermaid (and seahorse) fans everywhere! Gifts for kids ages 4-7 Summer reading Parent and educators who want to teach social and emotional learning (SEL), opinions, and nonfiction learning Families, teachers, librarians, and classroom story times for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary students
£10.44
Robert Lister The Adventures of Bobby and Jimmy
Book SynopsisHas anyone ever dared you to eat an ant sandwich? Have you ever built a raft or looked out the window of your treehouse to see for miles? Have you ever seen a snake in the school cafeteria? Remember when time was endless and the days were filled with imagination and outdoor adventures with your friends? Bobby and Jimmy, and their dog Puggy, are all about endless adventure and mischief. We dare you to read all about it! Part Henry Huggins, part Captain Underpants, part Caddie Woodlawn, these are stories of real boys getting into real trouble a.k.a. good clean fun. Perfect for 8 to 10 year olds and a wonderful read aloud that takes adults back to their fun times outside.
£10.76
Astra Publishing House Maya Makes a Mess
Book SynopsisIn the midst of a family dinner with her scolding parents, Maya receives an unexpected invitation to dine with the Queen. Suddenly, her messy manners are put to the ultimate test and she begins to improvise her very own set of rules, with uproarious results. Filled with humor and exquisitely imagined detail, this book by Eisner Award-winner Rutu Modan is bound to turn every child into a voracious reader.Trade ReviewModan’s beautifully expressive clear-line cartoons work well in a story for children, and the story itself has just the right twists for new readers to enjoy and maybe even hazard a chance of predicting...Another winner from TOON.—BooklistThe sparse, effective dialogue works seamlessly with the colorful, detailed pictures to tell this simple but engaging story. Various panel sizes perfectly pace the story’s sequences. Modan, an award-winning illustrator and graphic novelist, skillfully depicts Maya’s sensitivity and spiritedness through keenly drawn facial expressions and body movements...Young readers will devour the visual details and cheer on Maya as she asserts her individuality.—Library Media ConnectionRidiculous and hysterical, perfect for messy eaters and those who are forbidden to have their own fun at the table.—Shelf Awareness ProA fun read with an engaging hero.—Publishers Weekly
£7.59
Cameron & Company Inc Animals in Pants
Book SynopsisAn irreverently illustrated picture book of simple and silly poems featuring all kinds of animals wearing all kinds of pants What? You’ve never seen animals in pants? A dog in yoga pants, a goat in overalls, a yak in slacks? Animals in Pants presents a parade of impeccable poems about animals wearing perfectly pressed pants.Trade Review***STARRED REVIEW*** "Every library shelf should have this poetry book of animals wearing pants, which is a triumph of rhythmic language, vibrant visuals, and hilarious laugh-out-loud illustrations. It’s sure to please any reader." * School Library Journal *“Twenty-three very short and funny poems cover a wide variety of animals and the many types of pants they might wear. Silly and clever.” * The Horn Book Magazine *“With sure command of metrics as well as excellent comic timing, Levinson dishes out pithy observations on animals. A tailor-made parade for younger clotheshorses.” * Kirkus Reviews *
£11.69
Hoopoe Books The Clever Boy and the Terrible, Dangerous Animal
Book Synopsis(Bilingual English-Ukrainian edition) When a boy visits another village, he is amazed to find the people terrified of something that - just because they have not seen it before - they mistake for a terrible, dangerous animal. Using his own knowledge and by demonstration, the boy helps the villagers overcome their fears. This story is part of an oral tradition from the Middle East and Central Asia that is more than a thousand years old. In an entertaining way, it introduces children to an interesting aspect of human behavior and so enables them to recognize it in their daily lives. One of many tales from the body of Sufi literature collected by Idries Shah, this one is presented here as part of his series of books for young readers. This is the series'' second book to be illustrated by Rose Mary Santiago, following the award-winning bestseller The Farmer''s Wife. (???????? ?????-?????????? ???????) ???? ??????? ???????? ??????? ????, ??? ???????, ?? ???? ???????? ???? ????, -?? ???? ?????????? ????? ??????? ?? ???????, ?????????? ???????. ???????? ???????? ? ????????????? ????? ????????? ??????? ??????? ?? ???????? ?????. ?? ??????? ? ???????? ????? ???????? ????????? ??????????? ????, ???? ?????? ?????? ?????. ? ???????????? ?????, ???? ????????? ????? ? ??????? ???????? ???????? ????????? ? ????? ?????, ??? ?? ????? ???????? ? ????????? ???? ? ???? ??????????? ?????. ???? ? ???????? ????? ?????????? ??????????, ???????? ?????????? ??????? ? ????????? ??????? ?????, ???????????? ??? ?? ??????? ?? ????? ???? ???? ??? ???? ???????.
£8.01
Little, Brown & Company Zo Zo Zo Zombie-kun, Vol. 1
Book SynopsisZombie-kun isn't your average kid, and while being a zombie-boy might not at first seem like an ideal lifestyle, you'd be amazed by what this little guy is capable of. A laugh-out-loud comedy sure to have boys and girls alike rocking in their chairs!
£9.49
Little, Brown & Company Zo Zo Zo Zombie-kun, Vol. 2
Book Synopsis"Gutsy" adventures never end with our friend Zombie Boy! He's got a heart of gold, a sturdy shoulder to lean on, and knows how to give a helping hand-literally. No day is a boring one when you've got a zombie on the loose!
£9.49
Little, Brown & Company Zo Zo Zo Zombie-kun, Vol. 3
Book SynopsisAwkward and a little too naked at times, Zombie boy's got endless charm and gutsy wit unlike anything you'd expect from a moving corpse! Need a hand? Got it. Nerves of steel? Leave it to him! But hold on tight-adventures are never-ending with this spooky little guy!
£9.49
Little, Brown & Company Zo Zo Zombie, Vol. 5
Book SynopsisZombies are "gravely" misunderstood. Like humans, they're only scary when you provoke them-at least when it comes to Zombie Boy. Sure he's undead, but he's got a bone cracking sense of humor and crazy ideas that only a cute zombie like him can flesh out. Whether you're a zombie fan or not, he's impossible to hate!
£9.49
Little, Brown & Company Zo Zo Zombie, Vol. 7
Book SynopsisImagine being at home...or at school...and running into an undead creature as strange as Zombie Boy! He's super-scary, super-gross, and super-cute!
£9.49
Random House USA Inc Apple Crush: (A Graphic Novel)
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£10.79
Strauss House Productions Jasper: Space Dog
Book SynopsisThe first in a series of hilarious stories about Charlie Tanner and his dog Jasper. In this, the first book and to mark the 50th anniversary of the moon landings, Jasper has ambitions to fly into space and walk on the moon. In preparation, Charlie consults with experts.
£6.99
Strauss House Productions Jasper Viking Dog!
Book SynopsisFollowing on from Jasper Space Dog, Jasper Viking Dog, follows the hilarious intentions of an ambitious young hound and his enthusiastic friend, Charlie Tanner. In the second book in the series, Charlie and Jasper consult Harold the Curator, who runs the local Viking Museum. to find out more about the lives of Viking dogs!
£7.59
Artbooks Monsters go to School: 2022
Book SynopsisAnother laugh-out-loud monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for newly independent readers aged 6+ and fans of Claude and Horrid Henry. Billy's Mini Monsters really want to go to school with him. But Billy really doesn't want them to. He's got enough trouble with the school bully, Basil Brown.
£9.90
Artbooks My Headteacher is a Vampire Rat: 2022
Book SynopsisThe third zippy and zany tale by Pamela Butchart sees Izzy and her friends plunged into more primary-school craziness. This time, they decide that their new head teacher is a vampire rat, based on his being slightly scary, having the blinds drawn in his office during the day and the fact he's banned garlic bread at lunchtimes.
£10.80
HarperCollins India The Amar Chitra Katha Festival Collection Boxset
Book SynopsisThe Amar Chitra Katha Festival Collection brings together five of the most celebrated titles in the Amar Chitra Katha catalogue. This collection includes Funny Folktales, Tales of Wit and Wisdom, Amazing Folktales from South Asia, Jataka Tales and Fabulous Fables from India.
£27.99
Idea & Design Works Sonic the Hedgehog On The Go Vol. 2
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£11.69
Writerverse Journey Operation Nana: A Plan Full of Love
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£16.14
Pan Macmillan The Guide to the Treehouse Whos Who and Whats
Book SynopsisThere are lots of laughs at every level in The Guide to the Treehouse: Who's Who and What's Where?, a laugh-out-loud, fully illustrated guide giving you the inside scoop into the world of the Treehouse from the creators Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton.An essential guide for any Treehouse fan, this fantastic book welcomes readers old and new into the immersive world of Treehouse. Jam-packed with engrossing details – full of trivia, fun facts, and with never-before-known details, this collection is a guide book like no other, as well as an essential companion to the Treehouse series.Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!'The kind of book I would have loved as a kid' – Tom Fletcher, author of The Christmasaurus, on The 39-Storey TreehouseTrade ReviewThe kind of book I would have loved as a kid. -- Tom Fletcher, on The 39-Storey TreehouseWill appeal to fans of Jeff Kinney and Dav Pilkey. . . . The wonderfully random slapstick humor is tailor-made for reluctant readers. . . . A treat for all. * Booklist on The 13 Storey-Treehouse *
£8.79
Quarto Publishing PLC Croc oClock
Book SynopsisMeet one incredibly hungry crocodile in this delightfully silly reimagining of the Twelve Days of Christmas The world’s largest crocodile likes to eat… but feeding time is getting out of control. As the zoo clock ticks towards midnight, Croc is growing bigger and bigger… 5 DOUGHNUT RINGS…! 4 pumpkin pies 3 french fries 2 pots of tea and a mountain of macaroni. A bright, bold and bonkers reimagining of the familiar festive song, The Twelve Days of Christmas, starring a very hungry crocodile.Trade Review"Author and sometime Arctic explorer Lewis-Jones shows a silly side in penning a perfect parody of the Yuletide favorite focusing on a greedy croc. Sanders’ stylized illustrations of a bright green croc on equally bright backgrounds inhaling yummies served by a multiracial troop of zookeepers and patrons are a deliciously eye-catching match. A cumulative singalong fit for hungry crowds (and crocs)”Kirkus review, 2021'This book’s silliness had our little bookworms in stitches, as it reimagines the famous Twelve Day of Christmas song.' * The Independent *‘A hilarious sing-a-long counting book.’ * SLOAN! Magazine *
£7.99
Papercutz The Smurfs Tales Vol. 6: Smurf and Order and
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£13.49
Little Tiger Press Group Zombie!
Book SynopsisCalling all Dirty Bertie fans! Dirty Bertie – the boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits – is back for another helping of comic chaos! More disgusting than ever, with crazier plans and increasingly madcap schemes, Bertie continues to delight his legions of fans who revel in his revolting ways.Join Bertie in Zombie! his 21st adventure, as he finds himself on the run from a zombified Eugene, discovers a new dance craze, and gets caught up in some monkey business on a trip to the zoo.Dirty Bertie is a hugely popular series created by David Roberts. With each hilarious story approximately thirty pages long and split into chapters, Dirty Bertie is ideal for reluctant boy readers or readers in search of hilarity but with a short attention span.
£5.99
Pan Macmillan Max and the Midknights
Book SynopsisMagic and (mis)adventures abound in Max and the Midknights, a hilarious illustrated novel from the New York Times bestselling creator of the Big Nate series, Lincoln Peirce.'Max is epic fun!' – Jeff Kinney, bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.'Fantastic! I loved it!' – Dav Pilkey, bestselling author of the Dog Man series.Join Max's quest to become a knight in this laugh-out-loud New York Times bestselling adventure!Max wants to be a knight – too bad that dream is about as likely as finding a friendly dragon. But when Max's uncle Budrick is kidnapped by the cruel King Gastley, Max has to act . . . and fast! Joined by a band of brave adventurers – the Midknights – Max sets out on a thrilling quest: to save uncle Budrick and restore the realm of Byjovia to its former glory!With his trademark comic book-style illustrations, Lincoln Peirce brings epic adventure, riotous fun and medieval silliness in the series which continues with Battle of the Bodkins.Trade ReviewMax is epic fun! -- Jeff Kinney, author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.Fantastic! I loved it! -- Dav Pilkey, author of the Dog Man seriesIt is so good. Now my favourite book . . . It was a really cool adventure and it was super exciting. I loved the illustrations. -- Toppsta * Toppsta reviewer, aged 7 *A knight's tale in shining armour. * Kirkus Reviews *Fun, fun and more fun, Max and the Midknights will keep kids reading and chortling until the last page. And then they'll probably start over again. * Shelf Awareness *This hilarious illustrated novel [...] is a story of magic and adventure... Comic panels with Peirce's signature black-and-white art are expertly placed amid small paragraphs of text. Readers will be drawn into this fun setting. * School Library Journal *Peirce delivers a medieval adventure epic. * Booklist *A quick-witted and fast-paced jaunt. * The Bulletin *Here’s hoping there are more entertaining adventures in store for Max and the Midknights. * The Horn Book *Peirce’s pedigree as a cartoonist is indisputable... his new characters are drawn with a flamboyance and confidence that is rare for series openers. Max’s quest gallops along at speed and the jokes, most of which are visual, will keep readers chortling through the pages in anticipation for the next gag. Max and the Midknights is funny, fast and full of mischievous villains and courageous victors. -- Stuart Dyer * Books for Keeps *If you happened to be studying the Middle Ages, this book could be good fun in the classroom as it uses authentic vocabulary such as ostler and troubadour * Books For Topics *This brilliant first book in a new series is perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Captain Underpants and Tom Gates, with an added historical theme. There are comic style illustrations all the way through, making it a super readable story, and a great sense of humour as well as a classic adventure quest. It’s nice too that the story features a girl heroine and a supportive band of friends focused on doing the right thing. -- BookTrust, Anna McKerrow * BookTrust *
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HarperCollins Publishers Dancing in my nuddypants
Book SynopsisBrilliantly funny, Louise Rennison's fabby fourth book on the confessions of crazy but lovable Georgia Nicolson. Now in gorgey new paperback and guaranteed to have the nation laughing their knickers off!Phoned Jas.Jas?Oui.Do you ever get the urge?Pardon?You know, to flow free and wild.She was thinking.Well, sometimes, when Tom and I are alone in the house togetherYesWe flick each other with flannels.Jas, you keep talking on the telephone and I will send out for help.It's good fun what you do isJas, Jas, guess what I am doing now?Are you dancing?Yes, I am, my strange little pal. But what am I dancing in?A bowl?Jas, don't be silly. Concentrate. Try to get the image of me flowing wild and free.Are you dancing in your PE knickers?Non I am DANCING IN MY NUDDY-PANTS!!!And we both laughed like loons on loon tablets.Trade ReviewPraise for Angus, Thongs and Full-frontal Snogging: “Bridget Jones for teenagers – but funnier. Expect Potter-esque queues for the sequel.” The Sunday Telegraph “Don’t miss this gem” The Guardian "One of the funniest books of the year…" Independent on Sunday "I laughed like a drain" John Peel Praise for “…and that’s when it fell off in my hand.”: “Readers will find themselves laughing uncontrollably until their sides hurt, and won’t be able to put the book down.” Sunday Times "Hilarious… [Louise Rennison] is queen of the pink-book pack." The Times
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Artbooks The 52-Storey Treehouse: 2021
Book SynopsisAndy and Terry's incredible, ever-expanding treehouse has thirteen new storeys (it used to be 13, then 26, then 39, but they keep expanding!) including a watermelon-smashing level, a wave machine, a life-size snakes and ladders game (with real ladders and real snakes!), a rocket-powered carrot launcher, a Ninja Snail Training Academy...
£12.75
Scholastic Keep It Together Keiko Carter
Book SynopsisSeventh grade is supposed to be a game changer. And Keiko thinksshe's got it covered, especially with Audrey and Jenna by her sideto shop for a new look, pick out a prime lunch spot, and even hitup that cute new bubble tea place after school. Her trio is readyto tackle life as they always have... together.
£999.99
Pan Macmillan The Secret Mountain
Book SynopsisThe fifth book in the exciting Little Legends series, The Secret Mountain by Tom Percival sees the fairy tale friends on a thrilling adventure to the mysterious mountain home of the trolls.Everyone in Tale Town knows that trolls mean trouble, and the Mayor and his guards have captured a fearsome troll spy. But when Jack, Red and Anansi see the prisoner, they find out the so-called spy is just a lost troll child . . .With the help of all their friends, the Little Legends decide to rescue the young troll and take it back to its secret mountain home. But what they find out when they get to Troll Mountain changes everything they've ever known!Little Legends is a brilliant highly illustrated series featuring all the fairy-tale characters you know and love having brand-new adventures!
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Mr. TopsyTurvy
Book SynopsisThe bestselling children's books series for over 50 years!Mr Topsy-Turvy was a funny sort of fellow. Everything about him was either upside down, or inside out, or back to front topsy-turvy in fact.The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged two up. Have you met them all?Trade Review‘The colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971.' The Independent 'The timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly.' The Telegraph 'The Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf.' The Telegraph Top 100 Children’s Book – Junior Magazine, 2019
£6.23
Hachette Children's Group Whats New Harper Drew Lights Drama Action
Book SynopsisI''M HARPER DREW AND MY LIFE IS COMPLETELY BEYOND NORMAL! Sometimes it''s hard to believe this is a regular week in my household, but I''ll let you be the judge ...There is a nit infestation. My little brother is making them race across the kitchen counter. Gross!My friend Edward just had an important basketball match. Let''s just say it was ELECTRIC (and not in the way you might think)!My grandparents are taking part in a TV house decorating show. My grandpa REALLY likes animal print ...OH... and my big brother has been signed to model for a hair brand. So right this second there''s a camera crew spraying shampoo around my living room. They seem to think he''s some kind of celebrity. What has happened to the world? Join Harper as she works out how to deal with daily CATASTROPHES one journal entry at a time ... A relatable illustrated series, all about embracing your family, and finding unique ways to deal with life''s dramas.
£6.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd Monsters at Christmas
Book SynopsisA wonderful, festive, Christmas addition to the laugh-out-loud 'Billy and the Mini Monsters' series. The Mini Monsters cause chaos at Christmas. Now they must work together to make things right again... Another laugh-out-loud monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for newly independent readers aged 6+ and fans of Claude and Horrid Henry.It's nearly Christmas and Billy and Ruby are feeling VERY excited. Billy has asked Santa to bring presents for his Mini Monsters and they're very excited too... until they try to help with the decorating and bring down the ENTIRE Christmas tree. Now the baubles are broken, the fairy is squashed and Billy's mother is feeling sad. Can the Mini Monsters make Christmas right again? And will Santa still come to them?Packed with colour illustrations, comic strips, maps and speech bubbles, with an action-packed plot, to appeal to even the most reluctant reader.Collect all the books in the Billy and the Mini MonsterTrade ReviewThis rib-tickling book had our five-year-old tester in fits of laughter as we read it together. * The Independent *I can't tell you how hard it is to find books that will appeal to a reluctant reader. Thanks to Billy and his Monster pals though, my son is LOVING reading now and his confidence is soaring. Importantly, they are helping to give him the practice he needs to access reading in the future. * Rachel Morrisroe, author of The Drama Llama *
£999.99
Little Tiger Press Group Skeleton Keys: The Night of the Nobody
Book SynopsisThe fourth tall-but-true tale in the darkly comic series SKELETON KEYS from the award-winning duo behind STITCH HEAD. Greetings! My name is Skeleton Keys and these fantabulant fingers of mine can open doors to hidden worlds… Join me for the terrifying tale of the Nobody – a nightmarish unimaginary with a dark mission… On the hunt for an unimaginary, Skeleton Keys meets young Flynn Twist, a boy with a wild imagination who tells of his encounter with a terrifying shadow calling itself the Nobody. Skeleton Keys suspects it could be a shapeless unimaginary searching for a physical form. As night falls the Nobody roams the village of Matching Trousers turning everyone it meets into zombie-like nobodies. No one is safe – not even Skeleton Keys. Soon only Flynn is left. Can he become the brave hero of his imagination and free everybody from the Nobody? Perfect for fans of David Walliams, AMELIA FANG and THE NOTHING TO SEE HERE HOTEL. Praise for SKELETON KEYS: “Guy has mixed cleverly created characters with his trademark humour and wit to give us his best book yet. This is one spooky series I’m going to devour!” – AuthorfyTrade Review“Guy has mixed cleverly-created characters with his trademark humour and wit to give us his best book yet. This is one spooky series I’m going to devour!” -- Authorfy
£6.99
Pan Macmillan The Story Tree
Book SynopsisIt's time to save Tale Town!Tale Town is on lockdown as Mayor Fitch prepares for an attack from the trolls. Desperate to gain the trolls’ magical power, he is encouraging a war and gambling his town’s safety on his quest for magical power.The children of Tale Town learn from their troll-child friend that Hurrilan, the leader of the trolls, is planning an attack. They must move fast to save their troll friend from danger, release Rufaro from Hurrilan’s crystal ball and convince the people of Tale Town of Fitch’s evil plan. All seems lost until a leaf from the story tree changes everything . . .
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HarperCollins Publishers Year of the Griffin
Book SynopsisA hilarious fantasy sequel to The Dark Lord of Derkholm, set at the Wizard University, and centred around six fantastical students. From the Godmother of Fantasy', Diana Wynne Jones.The Year of the Griffin is the sequel to the Dark Lord of Derkholm, set in the same world several years after the abolition of commercial fantasy world' tourism from our world.Running a University for Wizards was never going to be easy. And with no money, no staff and no idea what he's doing, Wizard Corkoran is struggling. Especially when his students, handpicked from the wealthiest families around, turn out to be rather different than expected.The daughter of the world's Ruling Wizard is an enormous Griffin; King Luther's son is penniless. The emperor's sister is a jinxed exile, and the dwarf is a runaway slave.And that's all before the assassins start arrivingTrade ReviewFor Diana Wynne Jones: “The best writer of magic there is”Neil Gaiman “…Her hallmarks include laugh-aloud humour, plenty of magic and imaginative array of alternate worlds. Yet, at the same time, a great seriousness is present in all of her novels, a sense of urgency that links Jones’s most outrageous plots to her readers’ hopes and fears…”Publishers Weekly “Truly magical – guaranteed to leave you gasping – even hotter than Potter”The Bookseller For The Merlin Conspiracy:“The characterisation is first rate, the ideas are fabulous … This is fantasy at its most inventive – canny, funny and far-reaching.” The Telegraph “A curiosity shop of a book … a pleasure to lose yourself in.” The Sunday Times “The Merlin Conspiracy is Wynne Jones on top form … [her] powerful narrative and her ability to create extraordinary charachers with real emotions make her more than a worthy rival to J K Rowling.” Financial Times “A must for all Wynne Jones fans, past, present and future.” Limited Edition
£999.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC PathFinder
Book SynopsisTod has grown up a PathFinder, one of an ancient seafaring tribe. Her mother, who died when Tod was young, had a very different history. She was from a mysterious magykal desert-dwelling family. When Tod's father disappears she is not only alone, but soon finds herself swept into the path of an evil sorcerer. Now Tod must choose which of her pasts will help her to survive: PathFinder or Magician. Magyk will allow her to fight like with like, but her PathFinder heritage gives Tod something special the edge. Angie Sage's new book combines breathtaking action with fabulous plotting. The characters are instantly engaging, the tension is relentless and Angie's superlative storytelling weaves the threads seamlessly together for an utterly satisfying read.Trade ReviewSage navigates her complex setting with suspenseful and well-structured plotlines . . . These books open an array of dazzling worlds. It’s worth hopping aboard this bus, and I’m eagerly waiting at the next stop * The Times *An immensely powerful and imaginative adventure, full of surprises, with good and bad magic and it moves at a rattling pace . . . You will not want to leave this imaginary world * School Librarian *Wonderfully imaginative . . . Children of all ages will relish this * Waterstones Guide to Kid's Books *
£6.99
Sourcebooks How to Catch the Easter Bunny
Book SynopsisAdam Wallace is a children's writer and cartoonist living in Australia. He is the author of the New York Times bestselling How to Catch series and The Holiday Heroes Save Christmas.Trade Review"How to Catch the Easter Bunny by Adam Wallace brings readers on a rollicking adventure chasing the Easter Bunny as he delivers his eggs...This is a story that will amp up any reader's anticipation to celebrate Easter." - San Francisco Book Review
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Pan Macmillan The Great Troll Rescue
Book SynopsisWhat starts as an adventure ends in disaster when Rapunzel, Anansi and Jack and his talking chicken, Betsy, are captured by a wicked witch and locked up in a tower! It's up to Red (the sustainable woodcutter's daughter) to save the day. With the help of the witch's servant, Ella, and her magical fairy god-brother, can Red save her friends and all the other magical creatures the witch has kidnapped - including a fearsome troll?The Great Troll Rescue is the second book in this brilliant new highly-illustrated series by Tom Percival, featuring all the fairy-tale characters you know and love having brand-new adventures!
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers then he ate my boy entrancers.
Book SynopsisHilariously funny Louise Rennison's fabby sixth book of the confessions of crazy but lovable teenager Georgia Nicolson. Guaranteed to have the nation laughing their knickers off!Come on, Jas, you do really want to know my plan, especially as it concerns you, my little hairy pally.I'm not hairy.Have it your own way, just don't go near any circuses.Shut up. Go on then, tell me your plan.OK, this is it: when I go to Hamburger-a-gogo land you come with me! Do you see? We will be like Thelma and Louise!We're not called Thelma and Louise.I know that, I'm just saying we will be LIKE THEM!And we're not American. And neither of us can drive.Oh dear God. Jas, your spaceship has arrived. Please get in.Laugh your knickers off at Georgia's tales from her trip to Hamburger-a-gogo land (the US) and her attempts to entice Masimo, the Italian stallion. Can Georgia become the composed sex-kitten she aspires to be?Trade Review'…top teen saga… You'll be falling about laughing at this.' Mizz ‘Fans will be thrilled with this latest instalment of the mad marvy confessions’. TES Praise for “…and that’s when it fell off in my hand.” ‘Readers will find themselves laughing uncontrollably until their sides hurt, and won’t be able to put the book down.’ Sunday Times ‘Hilarious… [Louise Rennison] is queen of the pink-book pack.’ The Times ‘Rennison at her best.’ Waterstone's Quarterly Praise for Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging: ‘Bridget Jones for teenagers – but funnier. Expect Potter-esque queues for the sequel.’ Sunday Telegraph ‘Don’t miss this gem’ Guardian Praise for other Georgia titles: ‘Hilarious. Georgia Nicolson’s laugh-a-minute narration picks up right where Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging left off.’ Publishers Weekly (starred review) ‘As fabbity-fab-fab as its predecessor’ ALA Booklist (starred review) ‘For those who already know and love Georgia, there’s only one word necessary: more.’ Kirkus Reviews
£999.99
Bonnier Books Ltd Martha Mayhem and the Barmy Birthday
Book SynopsisHilarity and magic on Martha's birthday in the third book in this young series by Carnegie and Branford Boase long-listed author Joanne OwenIt's Martha's birthday and the village has planned a surprise party for her - but grumpy witch Griselda Gritch ruins the surprise! Not to worry - Martha's biggest birthday wish comes true when her mum and dad return from their tropical trip especially for her party. Everyone is delighted (apart from grumpy Griselda) and excited to have fun with Martha's present: the Mysterious Mask of Truth, brought back from her parents' far-flung travels. Fun, that is, until the truth starts causing everyone quite a lot of embarrassment . . .
£5.99
Little Tiger Press Group There Was an Old Giant Who Swallowed a Clock
Book SynopsisThere was an old giant who swallowed a clock. He had such a shock when he swallowed that clock! But then he swallows his knitting to muffle the clock, and swallows some moths to munch through his knitting! Will he ever stop? With a riotous rhyming text from Becky Davies (The Three Little Pugs and the Big Bad Cat and Old MacDino had a Farm) this hilarious retelling of the classic nursery rhyme, There was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly, is brought to life with peep-through pages and quirky illustrations from Elina Ellis.Trade Review"This takes the fun one step further and swaps the old biddy for a giant, the insect for a clock and some knitting to stifle the ticking…" -- Families (Hampshire North)
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Mr. Cheerful
Book SynopsisThe bestselling children's books series for over 50 years!Mr Cheerful always woke up in a cheerful mood, with a bright sunny smile on his face. In fact, Mr Cheerful was one of the most cheerful people you are ever likely to meet. He did, however, have one secret that made him sad. But nobody knew about it.The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged two up. Have you met them all?Trade Review‘The colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971.' The Independent 'The timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly.' The Telegraph 'The Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf.' The Telegraph Top 100 Children’s Book – Junior Magazine, 2019
£6.23
Pan Macmillan Cupid's Revenge
Book SynopsisFor the record, it was never my intention to fall in love. But you know Cupid: he'll get you when you least expect it . . .Tilly isn't looking for a girlfriend, but her best friend Teddy is.Enter Katherine Cooper-Bunting: beautiful, charming, and perfect for Teddy. So why does Tilly find herself using any excuse to join the theatre production they're starring in?And why can't she stop thinking about Katherine?Cupid's Revenge by Wibke Brueggemann is a hilariously honest novel full of heart, from the acclaimed author of Love is for Losers.Trade ReviewAuthentic and artful . . . The delightful cast of characters provides pages of witty banter, swoony moments, and poignant scenes . . . Perfect for fans of Alice Oseman. * Kirkus Reviews *Warm and funny. * The Bookseller *This sweet, believable queer romance for 14+ is frank, funny and poignant. * The Guardian *This debut has a terrific voice: very funny and spirited with a sex-positive message * The Bookseller on Love is for Losers *A well-crafted, touching and frequently very funny coming of age tale * Teach Secondary on Love is for Losers *A razor sharp look at the world of a teen girl, with heart, wit and a voice that'll stay with me. * Bethany Rutter on Love is for Losers *
£8.54
