Children’s / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Amelia Bedelia
Book SynopsisTrade Review"The new maid, Amelia Bedelia, was so eager to please that she followed her instructions to the letter with the kind of silly results that will make kindergarten children giggle." -- Publishers Weekly "The younger children for whom this nonsense makes a good read-aloud, and those older who will find it easy to read, will giggle through its series of jokes." -- The Horn Book "Amelia Bedelia, the new maid, slightly suggests the famous Mary Poppins, but she makes her entry discreetly through the doorway, on her two feet, instead of blowing in on the wind. This is purely a 'silly' book, with no lesson to impart, but it will seem hilarious to young children." -- Saturday Review "Right on the button for juvenile humor! This book is for that stage in life when the acme of wit is considered to be a question like this-'How can I sit UP when I'm siting DOWN?' A perfect blend of text and pictures spiced with humor." -- Kirkus Reviews
£14.70
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Napping House Board Book
Book SynopsisIn the napping house is a cozy bed piled high with a snoring granny, a dreaming child, a dozing dog, a snoozing cat, and a slumbering mouse. All is at peace until the appearance of an unexpected visitor, and before you know it no one is sleeping!Trade Review"An appealing, stylish book that is perfect for story hours." — Booklist (starred review)
£6.99
Andrews McMeel Publishing Big Nate: Hug It Out!
Book SynopsisIn this brand-new collection of comics from the New York Times bestselling series Big Nate, everyone's favorite sixth-grade prankster is back for more hilarious misadventures — and even a little romance! In this latest collection of Big Nate comics, sixth-grade prankster Nate Wright seeks heroics on the soccer field, writes for the school newspaper, and gets mixed up in all kinds of mischief with his best friends and classmates. When he finds himself in the singles line for the ferris wheel, an unexpected seatmate just might turn into an intriguing new love interest—that is, if he can find her again. Join Nate and the gang for another good time of hilarious Big Nate adventures!
£11.67
Scholastic Tom Gates 20 Happy to Help eventually
Book SynopsisThe laugh-out-loud, packed-with-pictures Tom Gates bestseller - Tomwants to raise money for an extra special treat, but finds beinghelpful doesn't make everyone happy...
£12.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Gruffalo
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£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Clark the Shark
Book SynopsisClark is a shark with zing, bang, and Boom. Clark zooms into school, crashes through the classroom, and is rowdy at recess. Clark loves life-but when his enthusiasm is too much for his friends, Clark's teacher, Mrs Inkydink, helps him figure out a way to tone it down.Trade Review"Clark loves everything about his life at Theodore Roosterfish Elementary, but his supersize enthusiasm is hard for the other fish to handle... The full-color artwork in a cartoon style is pleasant and fun." -- School Library Journal
£10.44
Random House Children's Books Fox and Crow Are Not Friends Step Into Reading
Book SynopsisFox and Crow can agree on two things: their love of cheese and loathing of each other. These cagey animals will do whatever they can to outwit their sworn enemy and claim sole possession of the prized cheese they keep finding. But they are too caught up in their plotting and planning to realize they've picked the wrong house to steal from—since the mother of the house is one fed up Mama Bear who knows exactly how to contend with freeloaders.
£8.00
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers SPY SCHOOL11 GOES NORTH
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£8.88
Penguin Putnam Inc FudgeaMania
Book SynopsisPart of the classic Fudge series from Judy Blume, bestselling author of Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing!Peter Hatcher can’t catch a break. His little brother, Fudge—the five-year-old human hurricane—has big plans to marry Peter’s sworn enemy, Sheila Tubman. That alone would be enough to ruin Peter’s summer, but now his parents have decided to rent a summer home next door to Sheila the Cootie Queen’s house. Peter will be trapped with Fudge and Sheila for three whole weeks!“As a kid, Judy Blume was my favorite author, and Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing was my favorite book.”—Jeff Kinney, author of the bestselling Wimpy Kid seriesLove Fudge, Peter, and Sheila? Read all the books featuring your favorite characters: Tales of a Fourth Grade NothingOtherwise Known as Sheila the Great SuperfudgeDouble Fudge
£8.54
Penguin Random House Children's UK Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
Book SynopsisCelebrate 45 years of Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing!The #1 New York Times bestselling author''s first book in her classic Fudge series.Two is a crowd when Peter and his little brother, Fudge, are in the same room. Grown-ups think Fudge is absolutely adorable, but Peter and his pet turtle, Dribble, know the truth. From throwing temper tantrums to smearing mashed potatoes on the wall, Fudge causes mischief wherever he goes!“As a kid, Judy Blume was my favorite author, and Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing was my favorite book.”—Jeff Kinney, author of the bestselling Wimpy Kid seriesLove Fudge, Peter, and Sheila? Read all these books featuring your favorite characters:Otherwise Known as Sheila the GreatSuperfudgeFudge-a-ManiaDouble Fudge Trade ReviewPraise for Judy Blume and the Fudge books: “Each [Fudge book] is packed with wacky earthy disasters that are her trademark and that children love to read about . . . Judy Blume has a knack for knowing what children think about and an honest, highly amusing way of writing about it.” —The New York Times “It’s a pleasure to watch a talented author like Judy Blume consistently create books that reflect a remarkable ability for combining humor with perceptive insight into a child’s world.” —Publishers Weekly “Blume has her eye on the fine details of life, whether funny or frustrating.” —Booklist “For anyone who has ever been ‘burdened’ by a pesky younger brother, there’s fast and funny reading in this story.” —Children’s Digest on Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing “As usual, Blume’s humor and pitch-perfect ear for sibling rivalry and family dynamics will have readers giggling with recognition. Newcomers and Fudge fans alike will savor this installment in the well-loved series.” —Booklist on Double Fudge “Fudge-a-Mania infects kids with giggles.” —BookPage on Fudge-a-Mania
£8.54
Scholastic The Highway Rat Gift Edition
Book SynopsisThe bestselling story is now available is now available in a gorgeousgift book format. The Highway Rat rides along the highway stealingall the travellers' food. But a crafty duck and her mysterioussister soon put an end to his crooked ways!
£6.99
Scholastic Queen Victorias Secret Diary
Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling team behind Horrible Histories! It's time todelve into the totally true (sort of) and incredibly intriguingpages of Queen Victoria's Secret Diary. Horrible Histories' SecretDiaries of the most extraordinary (and Horrible) characters ofall time will blow your mind.
£6.99
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Spy School at Sea
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£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Planet Omar Accidental Trouble Magnet
Book SynopsisWelcome, readers, to the imaginative brain of Omar! The combination of Zanib Mian's hilarious text and Nasaya Mafaridik's fantastic cartoon-style illustrations make the PLANET OMAR series absolutely perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid.Trade ReviewZanib Mian is a properly brilliant and funny new voice in children's fiction * Booktrust *Big-hearted, funny and very entertaining * The Bookseller *The real pleasure of this book is Omar - his imagination, the pleasure he finds in ordinary things, his infectious zest for life make this irresistible reading. * Love Reading 4 Kids *A graphic chapter book in the style of the Tom Gates or Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, Planet Omar takes in all sorts of issues, from dealing with school bullies and prejudice, especially against Omar's Muslim family, to forming new friendships and adjusting to change. Humorous, with a light touch. * The Guardian *Recommended by the 'Reading Well for children' programme. This provides quality-assured information, stories and advice to support children's mental health and wellbeing. Books have been chosen and recommended by leading health professionals and co-produced with children and families * The Reading Agency *
£7.59
Penguin Putnam Inc Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great
Book SynopsisCelebrate 45 years of Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great!Part of the classic Fudge series from Judy Blume, bestselling author of Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing.Who is Sheila Tubman? Even Sheila isn’t sure. Sometimesshe feels like confident Sheila the Great, and other timesshe’s secret Sheila, who’s afraid of spiders, swimming,and, most of all, dogs. When her family decides to leavethe city for a summer in the country, Sheila will haveto suffer everything from long-eared dogs to swimminglessons to creepy spiders. That’s enough to drive a city girlnuts! If she survives at all, Sheila may be forced to admitthat she’s no supergirl.“As a kid, Judy Blume was my favorite author, and Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing was my favorite book.”—Jeff Kinney, author of the bestselling Wimpy Kid seriesLove Fudge, Peter, and Sheila? Read all these books featuring your favorite characters:Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing Superfudge Fudge-a-Mania Double Fudge
£8.54
Random House USA Inc Horton Hatches the Egg
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£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Sir Charlie Stinky Socks The Mummys Gold
Book SynopsisJoin our brave young knight Sir Charlie Stinky Socks in his bestselling super duper picture book adventure series - oh my!Sir Charlie Stinky Socks’ latest quest is to return a sack of stolen Egyptian gold back to its right owner, one Elfie Corrie. Sounds simple, but Sir Charlie’s adventures never are . . . Join our hero and his faithful friends as their adventure leads them through the desert to a one-horse town and into a race against a not-too-friendly fellow. Can they find the missing gold of Pharaoh Aboo Rah - lost in the desert for thousands of years?A swashbuckling, funny and charming adventure from best-selling picture book author/illustrator Kristina Stephenson - an ideal read aloud story to share with little adventurers!Fans of Jonny Duddle's Jolley-Rogers series will love Sir Charlie Stinky Socks.Do you own all of Sir Charlie's adventures?Sir Charlie Stinky Socks: The ReaTrade ReviewA jolly adventure * Daily Telegraph *
£7.59
Andrews McMeel Publishing Wallace the Brave
Book Synopsis"Walace the Brave is a little taste of classic comics from the past." —The Huffington PostTrade Review"If you like the humor in Calvin and Hobbes, you must read Wallace the Brave. It’s totally hilarious. You’ll laugh your say through stories of Wallace’s life on the school bus, on the playground, playing with friends, hanging with his fisherman dad, and more. I’m smiling just writing this as I think back on Wallace’s antics and adventures. Very entertaining!" (Imagination Soup)
£11.54
Disney Book Publishing Inc. Star Wars A Jedi You Will Be
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£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Emmie Friends 4Book Box Set
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£999.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Book That No One Wanted to Read
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£16.19
Scholastic Ghosts
Book SynopsisDiscover all the frightful stories behind iconic ghost tales fromaround the world. From the ancient evils of Egypt, cutthroat Celticsacrifices, Anne Boleyn and other restless royals as well asghost busters and spook rumblers, combined with tons of HorribleHalloween facts, it's all in Horrible Histories: Ghosts.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Hurricanes of Weakerville
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£15.29
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Owl and the Pussycat
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£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Howls Moving Castle
Book SynopsisThis entrancing classic fantasy novel is filled with surprises at every turn. An international bestseller, this much-loved book is the source for the Academy Award nominee for Best Animated Feature.Sophie has the great misfortune of being the eldest of three daughters, destined to fail miserably should she ever leave home to seek her fate. But when she unwittingly attracts the ire of the Witch of the Waste, Sophie finds herself under a horrid spell that transforms her into an old lady. Her only chance at breaking it lies in the ever-moving castle in the hills: the Wizard Howl''s castle.To untangle the enchantment, Sophie must handle the heartless Howl, strike a bargain with a fire demon, and meet the Witch of the Waste head-on. Along the way, she discovers that there''s far more to Howl—and herself—than first meets the eye.In this giant jigsaw puzzle of a fantasy, people and things are never quite what they seem. Destinies are i
£10.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington
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£16.19
Penguin Young Readers Group Henrys Map
Book SynopsisA fun-filled introduction to maps through the eyes of an adorable pigHenry is a very particular sort of pig. A place for everything and everything in its place, he always says. But when he looks out his window he is troubled. The farm is a mess! Henry is worried that nobody will be able to find anything in this mess. So he draws a map showing all the animals exactly where they belong. And Henry embarks on a journey through the farm, his friends tagging along as he creates his map: sheep in the woolshed, chickens in the coop, the horse in the stable. After the map is complete, Henry uses it to bring himself back home, where he is relieved to know that he is exactly where he belongs. A place for everything and everything in its place, indeed.For fans of Zen Shorts by Jon J. Muth or of Winnie the Pooh, this sweet romp through the farm is adorably illustrated by David Elliot, who created t
£16.19
Penguin Random House Children's UK Only You Can Save Mankind
Book SynopsisThis is the first book in the Johnny Maxwell trilogy.Johnny Maxwell is just an ordinary boy not smart, popular or rich.But he does love video games.And as his parents argue themselves out of a marriage, Johnny plays at becoming humanity's last hope, shooting invading aliens out of a pixelated sky. Then comes a message from the last remaining alien spaceship: We Wish to Talk.And suddenly Johnny is thrust into the very real world of the video game, and comes face to face with an alien race that needs his help.Only Johnny can save them. And this isn''t a game anymore . . .Trade ReviewAn impressively original book with its thrills and spills, its inventiveness, its wit and continuous readability * Daily Telegraph *A wonderful new Pratchett-style fantasy: funny and thrilling enough for anyone who can read fluently * Daily Mail *Funny and exciting * Spectator *Terry Pratchett's funny, fast-moving story makes provocative reading for all computer game players . . . Makes a serious point out of a ridiculously comic example * Children's Books of the Year *Everyone should read Terry Pratchett. Maybe it should be part of the National Curriculum? * Families *
£7.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Book with No Pictures The
Book SynopsisA #1 New York Times bestseller, this innovative and wildly funny read-aloud by award-winning humorist/actor B.J. Novak will turn any reader into a comedian—a perfect gift for any special occasion! You might think a book with no pictures seems boring and serious. Except . . . here’s how books work. Everything written on the page has to be said by the person reading it aloud. Even if the words say . . . BLORK. Or BLUURF. Even if the words are a preposterous song about eating ants for breakfast, or just a list of astonishingly goofy sounds like BLAGGITY BLAGGITY and GLIBBITY GLOBBITY. Cleverly irreverent and irresistibly silly, The Book with No Pictures is one that kids will beg to hear again and again. (And parents will be happy to oblige.)Trade Review"Conceptually radical . . . making the refreshing and contrarian case that words alone have sensory and imaginative vibrancy to spare."—Mark Levine, The New York Times Book Review* "“This book may not have pictures, but it's sure to inspire lots of conversations—and laughs . . . A riotously fresh take on breaking the fourth wall.”"— Kirkus, starred review"This book is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, and it’s perfect for one-on-one sharing with a parent or caregiver. Expect requests for repeated readings."—School Library Journal"Actor Novak’s expert sense of comic timing is on full display in his first picture book . . . sure to deliver big laughs."— Publishers Weekly"Listeners will be tickled by hearing adults say ridiculous things . . . The comic pacing and foolproof theatrics ensure a wild and silly trip through the pages for everyone."— The Horn Book"This picture book with no pictures knows a thing or two about both books and kid-friendly comedy . . . Once children get the joke, they'll want to play it on as many of their grownups as possible."— The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Unlike any of the children's books you read growing up."— Bustle.com"Will have little ones laughing and finding a new appreciation for words."— Entertainment Weekly"A perfectly-pitched tool for parental humiliation and childish glee."— The Boston Globe
£12.34
Scholastic Inc. No David
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£8.43
Penguin Putnam Inc Pippi Longstocking
Book SynopsisThe beloved story of a spunky young girl and her hilarious escapades. Tommy and his sister Annika have a new neighbor, and her name is Pippi Longstocking. She has red pigtails, no parents to tell her what to do, a horse that lives on her porch, and a pet monkey named Mr. Nilsson. Whether Pippi's scrubbing her floors, doing arithmetic, or stirring things up at a fancy tea party, her flair for the outrageous always seems to lead to another adventure.A rollicking story. —The Horn Book
£9.02
Pan Macmillan Tyrannosaurus Drip 15th Anniversary Edition
Book SynopsisCelebrate fifteen years of embracing differences with this shiny special anniversary edition of Tyrannosaurus Drip featuring brand new bonus material. Everyone knows that tyrannosauruses are supposed to be big and scary, so when a placid duckbill dinosaur's egg ends up in the wrong nest, confusion is sure to ensue! When the baby dinosaur hatches out, he's so out of place that his grisly big sisters call him Tyrannosaurus Drip. Poor little Drip: all he wants is a quiet life munching on water weed . . .From the stellar partnership of Julia Donaldson and David Roberts, this fantastic rhyming adventure story has plenty of humour and is perfect for young dinosaur fans everywhere!
£7.99
Random House USA Inc Disney Wish Little Golden Book
Book SynopsisThis Little Golden Book is based on Disney Wish—in theaters fall 2023!Walt Disney Animation Studios Wish is set to release Fall 2023, during the Studio’s 100th year. A film that could only come from Disney Animation, the epic animated musical is inspired by the legacy of films from the studio and asks the question: “How did the wishing star, upon which so many characters wished, come to be?” The story, set in Rosas, the kingdom of wishes where wishes can literally come true, follows Asha—an optimist with a sharp wit who cares endlessly about her community. In a moment of desperation, Asha makes an impassioned plea to the stars, which is answered by a cosmic force, a little ball of boundless energy called Star. Together, they face the most formidable of foes to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things can happen. This Little Golden Book retellin
£7.01
HarperCollins Miss Nelson Is Missing
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£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Splat the Cat Back to School Splat
Book SynopsisHit the books with Splat the Cat in this funny back-to-school story! This 8x8 storybook adventure is perfect for the start of the school year.It?s the first day of school, and there?s only time for Splat to share one of his summer adventures with the class. Will it be the time he went searching for pirate treasure? Or the time he went swimming with sharks in the ocean? But before the end of the day, Splat knows exactly what to talk about?and it?s the biggest surprise of all!Read all about Splat?s first day back at school in Splat the Cat: Back to School, Splat!, another sure-to-be-a-classic story byNew York Timesbestselling author-artist Rob Scotton!
£6.99
Penguin Young Readers Group Banned from the Beach Walter the Farting Dog
Book SynopsisMr. and Mrs. Crabbe are enjoying their seaside vacation . . . until a certain dog blows away their umbrella with an enormous fart. Before long, Walter is banned from the beach. While Walter is stuck in the beach house, Betty and Billy hunt for treasure out on a sandbar. As soon as they find a nickel, Mr. and Mrs. Crabbe elbow their way in. Soon all four get marooned during high tide. Will Walter hear their cries for help?
£7.99
HarperCollins Sheep in a Jeep
Book SynopsisSheep in a Jeep is well-loved by the preschool set for its slapstick story of five sheep (in a jeep) and silly sound effects especially when the jeep goes splash and thud in the mud!
£9.91
Penguin Putnam Inc Matilda
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£8.56
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Todhunter Moon Book Two Sandrider
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£8.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Weird School 21Book Box Set
Book SynopsisWith more than 12 million books sold, bestselling author Dan Gutman's My Weird School series really gets kids reading.Ella Mentry School is just plain weird! This box set includes:#1: Miss Daisy Is Crazy!#2: Mr. Klutz Is Nuts!#3: Mrs. Roopy Is Loopy!#4: Ms.
£71.34
Random House USA Inc Duck Goose Find a Pumpkin
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£8.76
Random House USA Inc Ten Apples Up on Top Bright Early Board Books
Book SynopsisCount your way through this silly stacking adventure with Dr. Seuss–now in a board book format perfect for the littlest of readers! Don't let the apples drop! Three animal friends practice balancing apples on their heads in this hilarious introduction to counting. This hardcover picture book teaches all about numbers, with a dose of signature Seuss charm. Kids will learn to count to ten--and want to start all over again!Bright and Early Board Books are super sturdy, simplified board book editions of classic Beginner Books. First launched in 1996, they have introduced millions of toddlers to beloved books from Dr. Seuss, P. D. Eastman, and other author-illustrators, in a format just right for young readers! “Pretty much all the stuff you need to know is in Dr. Seuss.” –President Barack Obama
£999.99
Penguin Young Readers Group The Wolfs Chicken Stew
Book SynopsisThe wolf loves to eat more than anything in the world and one day he has a terrible craving for chicken stew. He spots a chicken who seems just right, but then he thinks how much more stew there will be if he fattens her up before dining himself. So he goes home and begins to cook all kinds of scrumptious food for the chicken to eat. A big surprise is in store for the wolf when he finally visits Mrs. Chicken to collect his meal.
£7.99
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Creepy Carrots
Book SynopsisIn this Caldecott Honor-winning picture book, The Twilight Zone comes to the carrot patch as a rabbit fears his favorite treats are out to get him.Jasper Rabbit loves carrots—especially Crackenhopper Field carrots. He eats them on the way to school.He eats them going to Little League.He eats them walking home.Until the day the carrots start following him...or are they? Celebrated artist Peter Brown’s stylish illustrations pair perfectly with Aaron Reynold’s text in this hilarious picture book that shows it’s all fun and games…until you get too greedy.Trade Review"Brown’s panels–bordered in black, drawn in pencil, and digitally composed and colored–cleverly combine the mood of film noir with the low-tech look of early children’s television staging for an aesthetic that is atmospheric, but not overwhelming.... Panels in varying sizes and multiple perspectives keep pace with Reynolds’s tongue-in-cheek narrative.... This age-appropriate horror story takes children’s fears seriously and then offers them an escape through genuine comic relief."--School Library Journal* "Serve this superbly designed title to all who relish slightly scary stories."--Kirkus Reviews in a STARRED review* "A spot-on parody of a paranoid thriller...."--Publishers Weekly in a starred reviewA New York Times bestseller * The New York Times *A New York Times bestseller * The New York Times *
£17.09
Kids Can Press A Squiggly Story
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£18.04
HarperCollins Publishers Are these my basoomas I see before me
Book SynopsisOhmygiddygodspyjamas! The tenth marvy book in the Confessions of Georgia Nicolson is here! Get ready to laugh like a loon on loon tablets.It's the FINAL instalment of Georgia''s fab and hilarious diary!Does Georgia escape the cakeshop of luuurve?Can there be more heartbreaknosity in store?Will the Sex God pop up again unexpectedly (oo-er)!And what about the supreme accidental snogmaster Dave the Laugh?Will she FINALLY choose her only one and only?So many boys, so little timeTrade Review“Either these books make you chortle like a loon in loon pants or you live on another planet” Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times “Raucously fun” Amanda Craig, The Times Praise for ‘…startled by his furry shorts!’ ‘It’s an excellent book and I’m dying to know what happens next.’ Sugar Praise for ‘…then he ate my boy entrancers.’: '’You'll be falling about laughing at this.' Mizz ‘The only snag about taking this on holiday is that it won’t last long: it will be consumed without a break except for the snorting noises. But it can always be passed on to parents by any youngster who can stand the sound of Vati’s and Mutti’s snorts, or dipped into repeatedly because every line is vair vair funny.’ Sunday TimesPraise for ‘…startled by his furry shorts.’: ‘It’s an excellent book and I’m dying to know what happens next.’ Sugar 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 Praise for ‘Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging’: ‘Bridget Jones for teenagers – but funnier. Expect Potter-esque queues for the sequel.’ Sunday Telegraph
£999.99
Penguin Putnam Inc The Crayons Book of Numbers
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£8.54
Penguin Putnam Inc Little Miss Fabulous Mr Men and Little Miss
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£6.33
