Children’s / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories
Little, Brown & Company The Popper Penguin Rescue
Book SynopsisFrom two-time National Book Award finalist Eliot Schrefer comes an original penguin-tastic adventure inspired by the beloved classic Mr. Popper's Penguins. It's been years and years since the Popper family lived in Stillwater, but the town is still riding high on its former penguin residents. Across the river, in Hillport, residents try to re-create the magic with penguin carnival rides and penguin petting zoos, pretending they're the Popper originals. As the years have gone by, fewer and fewer people have come, and the small attractions shuttered. Nina and Joe Popper have just moved to Hillport with their mother. There's a lot to do: unpacking, scrubbing the floors, investigating the basement—wait, what's this? Two penguin eggs are tucked snugly near the furnace! It's up to Nina and Joe to find their newly hatched penguin chicks a home. Setting off on the adventure of a lifetime, they endure
£8.50
Random House USA Inc Dr. Seuss's Lovey Things
Book SynopsisA board book featuring Thing One and Thing Two--from Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat--that's perfect for Valentine's Day and every day!Written in super-simple rhyme, this sweet, sturdy board book starring Thing One and Thing Two is about the things Things love--among them sharing, caring, smiling, hugging, and blowing kisses! A perfect gift for Valentine's Day, baby showers, or any time of year, this is an ideal way to introduce the very youngest children to the magic of Dr. Seuss!
£8.54
Simon & Schuster Were Going on a Bear Hunt A Celebratory PopUp
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£28.49
Pan Macmillan I Am Bat
Book Synopsis"will give toddlers a happy Halloween" – The Sunday TimesThis eye-poppingly colourful, hilarious book is an instant winner with children and adults alike. Starring an adorably grumpy bat and animal friends, I Am Bat is perfect for fans of Superbat and Oi Frog!Bat's cherries keep going missing. One by one, they are whisked away by mischievous animal tricksters behind Bat's back. Super-talent Morag Hood cleverly draws the reader into this interactive story: as Bat attempts to track down the guilty cherry thief everyone's a suspect – including you!From the illustrator of Sophie Johnson: Unicorn Expert and creator of The Steves, Aalfred and Aalbert and Colin and Lee, Carrot and Pea.Trade ReviewIt will give toddlers a happy Halloween * Sunday Times *Simply and beautifully done, this story made me laugh out loud, and is quite joyous to read * The Bookbag *A simple, charming story * South Wales Evening Post *Definitely a story to cuddle up and share * Parentsintouch *This must be one of the brightest and best picture books of the year * Lovereading4Kids *Quirky, colourful and joyously entertaining * Lancashire Post *Bat is an irresistible character, destined to be loved by all * Booksmonthly.co.uk *This brilliantly funny book captures the fickleness and changing whims of childhood * Booktrust *Children will love this simple story and adults will appreciate Hood's unique illustrative style and wry sense of humour * The School Librarian *
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Adventures in Middle School 2Book Box Set
Book SynopsisTwo full-color illustrated graphic novels—Invisible Emmie and Positively Izzy—from award-winning and bestselling author and cartoonist Terri Libenson!
£19.20
Penguin Books Ltd Matilda
Book SynopsisNow a musical on broadway and streaming on Netflix! Matilda is a sweet, exceptional young girl, but her parents think she's just a nuisance. She expects school to be different but there she has to face Miss Trunchbull, a menacing, kid-hating headmistress. When Matilda is attacked by the Trunchbull she suddenly discovers she has a remarkable power with which to fight back. It'll take a superhuman genius to give Miss Trunchbull what she deserves and Matilda may be just the one to do it! Here is Roald Dahl's original novel of a little girl with extraordinary powers. This much-loved story has recently been made into a wonderful new musical, adapted by Dennis Kelly with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin.
£16.14
Clarion Books Diary of a Wombat
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£8.99
Hyperion Books for Children The Pigeon Loves Things That Go
Book SynopsisMo Willems, #1 New York Times best-selling creator and three-time Caldecott Honoree, presents a Pigeon adventure perfect for the littlest readers. In Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, the pigeon dreamed of driving the titular bus. In this board book, readers will see him deliriously emoting at the thought of driving a plane, a train, a car, and more, all in his uproariously over-the-top style. Say “no!” to all the Pigeon books! Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! Don’t Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late! The Pigeon Wants a Puppy! The Duckling Gets a Cookie!? The Pigeon HAS to Go to School! The Pigeon Will Ride the Rollercoaster! Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh! For Mo’ amazing books, check out these other great series: Knuffle Bunny Elephant & Piggie Unlimited Squirrels
£8.20
Square Fish Do Unto Otters
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£999.99
Scholastic Inc. Bad Guys Movie 2 Joke Book
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£6.99
St Martin's Press Tales of Bunjitsu Bunny
Book SynopsisIntroducing Isabel, aka Bunjitsu Bunny! She is the BEST bunjitsu artist in her school, and she can throw farther, kick higher, and hit harder than anyone else! But she never hurts another creature . . . unless she has to. This series of brief stories about Isabel''s adventures are a beguiling combination of child-friendly scenarios and Eastern wisdom perfect for the youngest readers.Tales of Bunjitsu Bunny, written and illustrated by John Himmelman, is the first in a series of books about a smart young bunny faced with different challenges. The lively story about a kind and wise rabbit, with two-color illustrations, will appeal to young martial arts fans.
£8.47
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Curious George Goes to the Beach
Book SynopsisA storybook that features everyone's favourite curious little monkey who tries lifeguarding (he loves the tall chair and binoculars), feeds some seagulls, helps a friend overcome her fear of swimming, and even makes a daring ocean rescue when the picnic basket gets swept out to sea.
£999.99
Random House Children's Books I Had Trouble in Getting to Solla Sollew
Book SynopsisIn a golden oldie from Dr. Seuss, a young fellow searches for Solla Sollew, a city where they never have troubles! At least, very few. Reissue.
£15.29
Amulet Books Cabin Fever Special Disney Cover Holiday
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£12.57
Scholastic Inc. Cat on the Run in Cucumber Madness Cat on the Run
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£8.68
HarperCollins Lillys Big Day
Book SynopsisThis is the paperback edition of the acclaimed #1 New York Times bestseller by Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes.What is the single most thrilling thing that could happen to Lilly in her whole entire life? Her favorite teacher, Mr. Slinger, is getting married, and Lilly is going to be his flower girl!Trade Review"Lilly is one of the great female characters in literature-like Anna Karenina with whiskers or Scarlett O'Hara with paws." -- USA Today "Caldecott Award winner Kevin Henkes once again demonstrates perfect pitch for the emotional lives of the very young. Lilly, of course, understands the true truth: the flower girl is more important than the bride." -- Chicago Tribune
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Pet for Pete
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£5.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Splat the Cat The Rain Is a Pain
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£6.92
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Splat the Cat and the PumpkinPicking Plan
Book SynopsisLooking for a fun sticker book to go with such favorites as First 100 Stickers: Trucks and Things That Go? It''s Splat the Cat to the rescue! This fun 8x8 storybook includes over 30 fall-themed stickers.Take a trip to the pumpkin patch in this funny Splat the Cat tale by New York Times bestselling author-artist Rob Scotton. This is a festive fall 8x8 storybook complete with more than 30 stickers, just right for Halloween.When Splat goes to the pumpkin patch with Seymour, he’s determined to find the biggest pumpkin ever. But when he finally does, Splat finds out the real challenge isn''t the pumpkin picking—it''s how to get the pumpkin home!Read all about Splat’s funny autumn misadventures in Splat the Cat: Pumpkin-Picking Plan!
£7.43
HarperCollins Amelia Bedelia Chapter Book 11 Amelia Bedelia
Book SynopsisIn the eleventh book in the New York Times-bestselling series, Amelia Bedelia has big plans for her summer, until her mother insists she spend the summer at the same all-girls camp she attended when she was a girl.
£7.48
HarperCollins Edward the Emu
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£8.54
Penguin Young Readers Group Diary of a Wimpy Kid Mad Libs Second Helping
Book SynopsisMad Libs is the world’s greatest word game and the perfect gift or activity for anyone who likes to laugh! Write in the missing words on each page to create your own hilariously funny stories about Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Rowley said he didn't do any of his summer reading because he was too busy VERB ENDING IN ING! With 21 “fill-in-the-blank” stories about getting stranded in RV Parks, failing to impress your crush, and summer vacations, you'll feel like you're a part of the Wimpy Kid crew! Play alone, in a group or at the school dance! Mad Libs are a fun family activity recommended for ages 8 to NUMBER.Diary of a Wimpy Kid Mad Libs: Second Helping includes:- Silly stories: 21 fill-in-the-blank stories all about your favorite characters from Jeff Kinney's New York Times Bestselling series!- Language arts practice: Mad Libs are a great way to build reading comprehension and grammar skills.- Fun With Friends: each story is a chance for friends to work together to create unique stories!
£5.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Amelia Bedelia Bookworm
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£7.14
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Coyotes All Around
Book SynopsisA pack of coyotes tries to determine how many roadrunners and other creatures are in their vicinity, and while some count different groups and add their totals together, Clever Coyote rounds off and estimates.
£8.76
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Petes a Pizza Board Book
Book SynopsisPete's father starts kneading the dough. Next, some oil is generously applied. (Its really water.) And then some tomatoes. (They're really checkers.) When the dough gets tickled, it laughs like crazy.
£9.45
Penguin Putnam Inc An Abundance of Katherines
Book SynopsisFrom the #1 bestselling author of The Fault in Our Stars Michael L. Printz Honor BookLos Angeles Times Book Prize FinalistKatherine V thought boys were grossKatherine X just wanted to be friendsKatherine XVIII dumped him in an e-mailK-19 broke his heartWhen it comes to relationships, Colin Singleton's type happens to be girls named Katherine. And when it comes to girls named Katherine, Colin is always getting dumped. Nineteen times, to be exact.On a road trip miles from home, this anagram-happy, washed-up child prodigy has ten thousand dollars in his pocket, a bloodthirsty feral hog on his trail, and an overweight, Judge Judy-loving best friend riding shotgun--but no Katherines. Colin is on a mission to prove The Theorem of Underlying Katherine Predictability, which he hopes will predict the future of any relationship, avenge Dumpees everywhere, and finally win him the girl.Love, friendship
£17.99
Little, Brown & Company The Worst Years of My Life
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£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Flat Stanley and the Firehouse
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£6.93
Random House USA Inc Oh the Places Youll Go Deluxe Edition Classic
Book SynopsisA gorgeous deluxe edition of the beloved picture book that has inspired generations of readers. Features a full-color cover insert on the cloth slip-case, a full color-printed book case, a bookplate for personalizing, and a commencement speech from Dr. Seuss himself! From soaring to high heights and seeing great sights to being left in a Lurch on a prickle-ly perch, Dr. Seuss addresses life’s ups and downs with his trademark humorous verse and whimsical illustrations. The inspiring and timeless message encourages readers to find the success that lies within, no matter what challenges they face. A perennial favorite and a perfect gift for anyone starting a new phase in their life! This deluxe edition is perfect for displaying and destined to become a family classic.
£20.79
Random House Graphic Comics Squad Recess
Book SynopsisA bust-your-gut-laughing graphic-novel anthology with original contributions from the most beloved names in the genre! * Jennifer Holm & Matthew Holm * Jarrett J. Krosoczka * Dav Pilkey * Dan Santat * Raina Telgemeier * Dave Roman * Ursula Vernon * Eric Wight * Gene Yang * Wowza! Calling all kidz! Do you like comics? Do you like laughing till milk comes out of your nose?! Look no further—do we have the book for you! All your favorite comic creators are right here in this handy-dandy hilarious book! This all-star tribute to classic Sunday comics includes eight sidesplitting, action-packed stories about every kid’s favorite subject—RECESS! With popular characters from Babymouse and Lunch Lady and brand-new soon-to-be favorite characters from superstars including Dav Pilkey! Raina Telgemeier! Gene Yang! and many more! Comics Squad also features Pizza Monsters! Secret ninja clubs! Aliens! Talking desserts! Dinozilla! Death-defying escapes! Bad guys!
£7.99
Random House USA Inc Nims Island
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£7.59
Random House Children's Books In a People House
Book SynopsisWhen a spunky mouse invites a passing bird to see what''s inside a People House, chaos ensues while beginning readers learn the names of 65 common household items—and that people are generally not pleased to find mice and birds in their houses! A super simple, delightfully silly introduction to objects around the home—from none other than Dr. Seuss!
£9.49
Random House USA Inc Nate the Great and the Lost List
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£7.52
Penguin Putnam Inc The Night Before the Fourth of July
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£999.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Little Miss Sparkle
Book SynopsisLet Little Miss Sparkle knock your socks off with glimmering, shimmering razzle dazzle! Little Miss Sparkle is the brightest and sparkliest addition to the world of the Little Misses. Her shiny presence is guaranteed to add a little pizzazz to any situation!
£6.33
Random House USA Inc Disney Stitch Story Collection
£9.03
Penguin Putnam Inc Schoolbot 9000 A Graphic Novel
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£17.38
Square Fish The 13Story Treehouse
Book SynopsisAndy and Terry live in a treehouse. But it''s not just any old treehouse, it''s the most amazing treehouse in the world!This treehouse has thirteen stories, a bowling alley, a see-through swimming pool, a secret underground laboratory, and a marshmallow machine that follows you around and automatically shoots marshmallows into your mouth whenever you are hungry. Life would be perfect for Andy and Terry if it wasn''t for the fact that they have to write their next book, which is almost impossible because there are just so many distractions, including thirteen flying cats, giant bananas, mermaids, a sea monsters pretending to be mermaids, enormous gorillas, and dangerous burp gas-bubblegum bubbles!Join the fun with The 13-Story Treehouse by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton. This title has Common Core connections.
£8.54
Simon Spotlight Middle School and Other Disasters Collection 2
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£36.67
St. Martin's Press Happy Birthday Bad Kitty paperback blackandwhite
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£8.29
HarperCollins Publishers Merry Meerkat Madness Awesome Animals
Book SynopsisThe fourth meerkat story in the hilarious Awesome Animals series awesome adventures with the wildest wildlife.Told in Ian Whybrow's unique style this hilarious Christmas adventure is a must-have for little meerkat fans.More hilarious adventures featuring Uncle Fearless, Skeema, Mimi and Little Dream the all-star cast of Meerkat Madness, from the creator of the Little Wolf books. One of the fantastic titles in the Awesome Animals series the funniest fiction, starring the wildest wildlife, from prize-winning authors.It's Christmas in the Kalahari and the Really Mad Mob of meerkats are about to have a very Merry Meerkat Christmas indeed!Trade ReviewPraise for Meerkat Madness:“Charming, funny and exciting.” – Daily Telegraph “A humorous and fast paced animal adventure with black and white illustrations which will make you giggle even more." – Liverpool Echo “This book is for anyone who loves a good tale about action-packed animals." – Aldershot News and Mail
£9.37
Penguin Putnam Inc You Cant Eat Your Chicken Pox Amber Brown
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£7.59
Penguin Young Readers Group Strega Nonas Harvest
Book SynopsisA charming celebration of autumn''s bounty by perennial favorite Tomie dePaola Tomie dePaola''s beloved Strega Nona is back in a colorful picture book, perfect for fall and the changing seasons. With beautiful illustrations reminiscent of the artwork that won Tomie dePaola the Caldecott Honor for the original Strega Nona, this celebration of harvest and gardening will make the perfect addition to any Strega Nona collection.
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc sidewaysstoriesfromwaysideschool
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£9.49
Houghton Mifflin Black and White By Macaulay David October 2005
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£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. Toot
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£8.54
Harry N. Abrams The Story of the Little Mole Who Went in Search
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£11.39
Random House USA Inc Inside Out Little Golden Books
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£7.08
