Children’s / Teenage fiction Modern and contemporary fiction
Boxer Books Limited Jingle! Jingle! I'm a Reindeer!
Book SynopsisA great new addition to a highly successful novelty series—the perfect stocking stuffer. Jo Lodge is a master of highly original, simple yet effective novelty books. Building on the success of Roar! Roar! I’m a Dinosaur!, which launched with a print run of more than 80,000 copies, this Christmas-themed title explores all the magic of Christmas—from reindeer and snowmen to elves and Christmas decorations. Simple pull-tabs and a fun fact on every page.
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Pan Macmillan Midnight on the Celestial
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Nobrow Ltd The Notted Island
Book SynopsisBefore 1861, the world was black and white. As Colour reached the end of his job, world weary he stopped to rest on Last Island: the last uncoloured place. The people of the island are believed to be the reason for this and seek to better themselves, in the hope that Colour will recognise their efforts and bring colour to the island. To make matters worse, the islands Nott - a deity responsible for drawing the curtain of night - begins to make more and more mistakes. As the islanders grow restless, they send a letter threatening Nott. However, when the letter finds itself in the hands of Tisky, a young islander with pockets full of cake, she tasks herself with bringing unity back to Last Island.
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Theres a Boy in the Girls Bathroom
Book SynopsisThe wonderfully funny and richly warm novel by the bestselling, award-winning author of HolesMeet Bradley Chalkers. He''s the oldest child in the class. He tells ENORMOUS lies. He picks fights with girls. The teachers say he has serious behaviour problems''. And no one likes him ... Except Carla, the new school counsellor. She thinks Bradley is kind and generous, and she even enjoys his far-fetched stories. Carla knows that Bradley could change, if only he weren''t afraid to try. Sometimes the hardest thing in the world is believing in yourself. A heartwarming story of bravery and acceptance from Louis Sachar, the bestselling author of Holes and Fuzzy Mud.Trade ReviewOne of the best and toughest books in recent years * Guardian *A humorous and immensely appealing story ... Readers are likely to come away with the sense that they've been rooting for themselves too * Kirkus *The wonderfully funny and richly warm story by bestselling, award-winning author Louis Sachar * Bookseller *
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Scholastic Pumpkin Spice Everything Nice
Book SynopsisLucy Kane finds the uber-popular PSL overrated, which is bad becauseshe works at Cup o' Jo, the local coffee shop her mom owns. JavaJunction, a multinational coffee chain, opens across the streetand Jack Harper, Lucy's secret crush, is the son of the owner. Suddenly, fall doesn't seem like it'll be all it's cracked up tobe.
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Scholastic Tom Gates Five Star Stories PB
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Hodder & Stoughton Daughter of Smoke and Bone: Enter another world
Book SynopsisThe 10th anniversary edition of the first in Laini Taylor's breathtaking fantasy trilogy'Remarkable and beautifully written . . . The opening volume of a truly original trilogy.' GUARDIANErrand requiring immediate attention. Come.The note was on vellum, pierced by the talons of the almost-crow that delivered it. Karou read the message. 'He never says please', she sighed, but she gathered up her things.When Brimstone called, she always came.In general, Karou has managed to keep her two lives in balance. On the one hand, she's a seventeen-year-old art student in Prague; on the other, errand-girl to a monstrous creature who is the closest thing she has to family. Raised half in our world, half in 'Elsewhere', she has never understood Brimstone's dark work - buying teeth from hunters and murderers - nor how she came into his keeping. She is a secret even to herself, plagued by the sensation that she isn't whole.Now the doors to Elsewhere are closing, and Karou must choose between the safety of her human life and the dangers of a war-ravaged world that may hold the answers she has always sought.Trade ReviewWOW. I wish I had written this book. * Patrick Rothfuss *Remarkable and beautifully written . . . The opening volume of a truly original trilogy. * Guardian *The world-building descriptions and language stop your heart and then, like a defibrillator, start it up again. * New York Times *Mesmerising. * Marie Claire *A mesmerising read * Woman & Home *
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David Fickling Books Max and Chaffy: Welcome to Animal Island!
Book SynopsisMax has just moved to Animal Island and it's full of new friends: Orlando, Crumbs, Moose, Pedalo and a very special creature called a CHAFFY . . . Chaffy is lost! So it's down to Max to find where Chaffy belongs . . . and YOU can help! A heart-warming, interactive adventure story, full of friendship and joy, from bestselling author/illustrator Jamie Smart!Trade ReviewThe hugely entertaining and bestselling Smart . . . has here made a graphic novel for children who are just starting to read independently, meaning kids aged 5 and 6 can enjoy his zany wit and charm, too * The Bookseller, One to Watch *Engaging, funny and charming ... a delightful young graphic novel - the first in a series that will no doubt be much loved, as with everything Jamie Smart creates * BookTrust *The illustrations are the epitome of cute ... This is a series which will be absolutely snapped up by parents and teachers everywhere and will most definitely get kids hooked on reading! * LoveReading4Kids Book of the Month *One of the best children's comics of all time * Starburst Magazine, praise for Jamie Smart *The funniest thing around * Comicon, praise for Jamie Smart *Jamie Smart is a comics genius! * Philip Reeve *
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Dork Diaries Birthday Drama
Book SynopsisNikki and her friends Brandon, Chloe, and Zoey are up for another adventure in the thirteenth book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Dork Diaries series.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Stig of the Dump
Book SynopsisDiscover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of Stig of the DumpPuffin Clothbound Classics are stunningly beautiful hardback editions of the most famous stories in the world, now including a beautiful 60th anniversary edition of Stig of the Dump, the poignant, humorous story of an unlikely friendship.''King''s modern classic from 1963 is enduringly loved because it contains so many irresistible ingredients'' - The TimesBarney is a solitary little boy, given to wandering off by himself. One day he is lying on the edge of a disused chalk-pit when it gives way and he lands in a sort of cave. Here he meets a boy wearing a rabbit skin and speaking in grunts. He names him Stig. Nobody believes Barney when he tells his family all about Stig, but they become great friends, learning each others ways and embarking on a series of unforgettable adventures.Collect our Puffin Clothbound Classics: 9780241444313 The Little Princ
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Skandar and the Chaos Trials
Book SynopsisHEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . . Don’t miss the unputdownable new book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, for readers ages 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures.Skandar and the Unicorn Thief was WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 and WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023!Skandar and the Phantom Rider was one of THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023 The Island always wins… Skandar and his sister Kenna are finally both at the Eyrie, but tensions are high. To survive their third year of training, Skandar and his friends must complete a series of terrifying trials across the Island’s elemental zones. Friendships, allegiances and rider-unicorn bonds will be pushed to the limit – only the st
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Goodnight Mister Tom
Book SynopsisPuffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every child. Tom tucked a blanket round him, drew up a chair by the fire and watched Willie fall asleep. The tales he had heard about evacuees didn''t seem to fit Willie. ''Ungrateful'' and ''wild'' were the adjectives he had heard used, or just plain ''homesick''. He was quite unprepared for this timid, sickly little specimen.Britain, 1940. With World War Two raging all around, young children are being sent from their homes in the city to the countryside for safety. When eight-year-old Willie Beech first arrives on Tom Oakley''s doorstep, neither are quite sure what to make of each another. Brought up in terrible poverty, Willie is terribly shy, and totally unprepared for village life - but the gruff-but-gentle ''Mister Tom'' quickly takes him under his wing. Neither he nor Willie could ever have predicted the journey they will go on together - nor the unbreakable bond that will be formed.Winner of the Guardian Children''s Fiction Award, and rightly hailed as a true classic of children''s literature, Goodnight Mister Tom is a beautifully told, deeply moving story about the power of friendship, kindness, hope - and love.''Everyone''s idea of a smash-hit novel: full-blown characters to love and hate, moments of grief and joy, and a marvellous story that knows just how to grab the emotions'' - GuardianTrade ReviewEveryone's idea of a smash-hit first novel: full-blown characters to love and hate, moments of grief and joy, and a marvellous story that knows just how to grab the emotions * Guardian *
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Dork Diaries Holiday Heartbreak
Book SynopsisEnter the adorkable world of Nikki Maxwell as she tells all about her not-so-fabulous life in the international bestselling series Dork Diaries!
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Things We Leave Behind
Book SynopsisHow I Live Now meets Exodus – a startling YA dystopia that imagines London as the epicentre of the refugee crisis, from critically acclaimed author Clare Furniss. Civil unrest in London has reached an all-time high after years of a growing authoritarian regime, and it’s no longer safe for Clem and her half-sister Billie in the city. Clem tells of their treacherous journey to Scotland, by road and then by sea, fleeing with nothing but a notebook filled with stories and memories of home. But is there something Clem's not saying? And how will this journey – and the sisters’ story – end? With the start of a new life? Or a mirror held up to the past?PRAISE FOR THE THINGS WE LEAVE BEHIND: ‘A frighteningly remarkable, relevant and moving novel, told gently and with impeccable style. Clare Furniss is one of the very best writers for young people
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Dork Diaries Puppy Love
Book SynopsisMore diary entries and doodles from Nikki's not-so-fabulous life, in the tenth instalment of the phenomenally successful Dork Diaries series.
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Union Square & Co. Aven Green Music Machine
Book SynopsisAven Green, the remarkable heroine of Dusti Bowling's Life of a Cactus series, marches to her own beat in this hilarious, upbeat, and unforgettable chapter book. Bowling's beloved Life of a Cactus protagonist returns in a new series of chapter books that capture her life as third grader. . . . Young readers will laugh aloud at Aven's funny reactions . . . [and] they will be intrigued by the practical skills she has perfected. . . . This chapter book companion to Bowling's well-loved middle-grade series is a recommended purchase.School Library Journal (Starred review) Third-grader Aven Green is a real professional musician! She just needs to choose what instrument to play. When she decides to try the piano, Aven is disappointed when she can't master Mozart in one whole day. To pick up Aven's beat, her parents take her for a four-hour drive to see someone just like her play the guitar. With new inspiration and a special gift from her great-grandma, Aven is ready to take on the school
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David Fickling Books Odd Girl Out
Book SynopsisHer parents' divorce has Maaryah bidding bye-bye to Dubai and her life of luxury . . . and hello to dreary London, where things get . . . complicated. There are house parties, annoying-yet-hot boys and the isolating reality of being the only hijabi in a massive school. Can Maaryah stay true to herself, even when another bombshell rocks her world . . . ?
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Lerner Publishing Group My Happy Life
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Walker Books Ltd The Midnight Guardians
Book SynopsisDiscover a world of magical storytelling with Ross Montgomery. SHORTLISTED FOR THE COSTA CHILDREN''S BOOK AWARD WATERSTONES CHILDREN''S BOOK OF THE MONTHHIVE CHILDREN''S BOOK OF THE MONTHTOPPSTA CHILDREN''S BOOK OF THE MONTHOne of our finest children's writers. Phil EarleA master storyteller. Aisling FowlerAnother absolute triumph from one of my favourite children's authors. Catherine Doyle Sometimes at the darkest hour, hope shines the brightestWhen Col's childhood imaginary friends come to life, he discovers a world where myths and legends are real. Accompanied by his guardians a six-foot tiger, a badger in a waistcoat and a miniature knight Col must race to Blitz-bombed London to save his sister.But there are darker forces at work, even than the Nazi bombings. Soon Col is pursued by the terrifying Midwinter King, who is determined to bringTrade ReviewBeautiful... A magical, big-hearted adventure full of wit and warmth. One of the best children's books I've read for ages. * Anna James *Spectacular... A story of real and rare power - The Midnight Guardians is one of the best books I've read in years. * Kiran Millwood Hargrave *The Midnight Guardians is timeless story-telling with a magical heart; a tale of enchantment and friendship in the cold of adversity; has all the charm of the The Box of Delights, all the magic and fellowship of The Lord of the Rings, all the warmth of a timeless story, told between friends round a winter fire. It’s also brilliantly inventive — funny where it needs to be, and true in the way all good stories are. * Thomas Taylor *A real triumph of the imagination, bleeding the appeal of a classic adventure with Montgomery’s heart and humour. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *Imagine a delicious milkshake made with the blended ingredients of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Lord of the Rings, Five Children on the Western Front, and a special pinch of additional magic. There you have The Midnight Guardians. Drily humorous at times, utterly terrifying at others, this tale will whisk you away to another time that is both instantly recognisable and completely alien.The Midnight Guardians is a classic in the making, and I loved every second of it. * The School Librarian *
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Scholastic Never Thought Id End Up Here
Book SynopsisLeah Zhang is sent on an intensive two-week travel program acrossChina where she is forced to partner with her former annoying classmate,Cyrus. But the deeper they wander into China, the deeperLeah finds herself falling in love with her home, herself and herpartner.
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Hachette Children's Group The Shadow and Bone: Siege and Storm: Book 2
Book SynopsisEnter the Grishaverse with book two of the Shadow and Bone Trilogy by number one New York Times-bestselling author Leigh Bardugo. Perfect for fans of Laini Taylor and Sarah J. Maas. Now with a stunning new cover and exclusive bonus material: Nikolai Lantsov character art and a Q&A with Leigh Bardugo. Soldier. Summoner. Saint. Alina Starkov's power has grown, but not without a price. She is the Sun Summoner - hunted across the True Sea, haunted by the lives she took on the Shadow Fold. But she and Mal can't outrun their enemies for long. The Darkling is more determined than ever to claim Alina's magic and use it to take the Ravkan throne. With nowhere else to turn, Alina enlists the help of an infamous privateer and sets out to lead the Grisha army. But as the truth of Alina's destiny unfolds, she slips deeper into the Darkling's deadly game of forbidden magic, and further away from her humanity. To save her country, Alina will have to choose between her power and the love she thought would always be her shelter. No victory can come without sacrifice - and only she can face the oncoming storm. Read all the books in the Grishaverse! The Shadow and Bone Trilogy (previously published as The Grisha Trilogy) Shadow and Bone Siege and Storm Ruin and Rising The Six of Crows Duology Six of Crows Crooked Kingdom The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous MagicTrade ReviewIn so many series the second book is a huge let-down. Siege and Storm? An exception. It is a squillion times better than Shadow and Bone... I adore the writing - it's so lyrical, so beautiful, yet so modern and witty and funny. I love this blend of classic fairytale and modern day. And it always seems to leave me wanting more! And the plot was amazing too. It was just nonstop action, nonstop thrills, nonstop suspense and nonstop excitement. I gobbled it up, falling harder in love each time. And then having my heart totally broken. Numerous times... I didn't see ninety-nine percent of the twists coming and could have just read this three-hundred-odd-paged-book in one sitting! You know, if I didn't need sleep and food and stuff... -- The Book Addicted Girl * GUARDIAN TEEN BOOKS * Wow, wow, wow - that's all I can say. Siege and Storm only confirms that Leigh Bardugo is a must-read author for all teenage bookworms and fantasy fans! Set in a beautiful and magical fictional land, the novel draws you in with its vivid imagery and unique array of characters... If you haven't entered the world of Grisha yet, then why on earth not?! I mean, you know a novel is superb when words fail you and you just can't coherently speak anymore... right? * FEED ME BOOKS NOW * Leigh Bardugo, you sure know how to involve your readers and make them an emotional wreck. Siege and Storm is an enthralling sequel that seriously ups the game and expectations of the reader. It is written so beautifully that is flows flawlessly while keeping the magic alive in the readers mind. If you want to read a fantasy series that has a truly unique world then read this series. * READ WRITE AND READ SOME MORE * I wrote a piece here gushing about why the Grisha series is so different and so special. There are many small reasons that all come together to create the awesomeness. But there are also many more that I can't even explain. Maybe it is different because it is just magic. It has the most exquisitely constructed world, the best-written characters, the most amazing writing and storyline. And it always always always leaves me desperate for more. It always leaves me aching, foaming at the mouth, for more: right now. And that, perhaps, is why it is so special. It is magic. It is beautiful. It is perfect. Well, except for that cliffhanger. How am I meant to make it a whole year with that hanging over my head?! * THE BOOK ADDICTED GIRL * I was away on the ships and wandering through Ravka with Alina and Mal, I was on the receiving end of his kisses and his annoyances. I felt the sun warm the pages whenever Alina summoned and I felt the fear when The Darkling was around. There is nothing I don't love about the world in which the Grisha trilogy is set and I cannot wait until next year to see how this series is going to conclude. * READARAPTOR * Siege and Storm carries on the fantastic plot which was so intricately carved in book one, and the writing continues to be clever, funny and heartbreaking all at the same time. This book will have you laughing one minute and an emotional wreck the next, as Alina's powers are pushed to the limit and her relationships are tested to breaking point. I for one cannot wait for the third and final book. * BOOK CHICK CITY *
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Walker Books Ltd Monsters of Men
Book SynopsisA special anniversary edition, with a striking new cover design, to celebrate 10 years of the Chaos Walking trilogy.Three armies march on New Prentisstown. The New World is at war. Todd and Viola are caught in the middle, with no chance of escape. How can they hope to stop the fighting? How can there ever be peace when they're so hopelessly outnumbered? And if war makes monsters of men, what terrible choices await?
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Oxford University Press Isadora Moon Puts on a Show
Book SynopsisIsadora Moon is special because she''s different. Her mum is a fairy and her dad is a vampire and she''s a bit of both. It''s almost time for the vampire ball, and Isadora can''t wait! There''s just one problem: she''s got to compete in a talent show with the other vampire children. Isadora''s talents aren''t very vampire-y, what if the audience laugh at her? The show must go on, but will Isadora be brave enough to perform. . . ? With irresistible pink and black artwork throughout by author/illustrator Harriet Muncaster and a totally unique heroine with an out-of-this-world family, this is a beautiful, charming, and funny series of first chapter books. Perfect for fans of Claude, Dixie O''Day, and Squishy McFluff, Isadora Moon is the ideal choice for readers who want their magic and sparkle with a bit of bite!Trade ReviewBeautifully presented throughout with pink and black illustrations⦠a lovely step up book for newly independent readers.The first-person voice helps the reader to connect with Isadora, who may just be the most lovable vampire ever created.
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Nosy Crow Ltd Ice Dancer
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Five Mile Christmas Magic Colouring Book
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Oxford University Press The Tree Thats Meant To Be
Book SynopsisA gorgeous Christmas picture book that''s destined to become a festive classic. A little fir tree is too small and too imperfect to be chosen at Christmas time. But being left alone in the forest brings more rewards than the tree could ever have hoped for . . . This is a charming and classic-feeling Christmas picture book with a heartfelt message about love and embracing what makes us different. Families will love sharing the story and talking about kindness, generosity, and the true meaning of Christmas. Award-winning author of books such as The Big Book of Bugs and The Big Book of Beasts, Yuval Zommer puts the living world at the heart of his powerful storytelling.Trade Review"Written from the point of view of a wonky Christmas tree, this is a story about growing up and cherishing your uniqueness. Kids will be racing into the garden to find a sapling to hug." * iNews *"This is a hope-filled book with the natural world at its heart, cutting through the commercialism of the festive season to offer a gentle and encouraging message about celebrating difference and finding one's place in the world." * Books for Topics *"This beautiful picture book carries a powerful message of embracing one's uniqueness and resonates with themes of kindness, generosity, and the true essence of Christmas. Yuval Zommer, known for his award-winning informative gift books for children, delivers a touching narrative perfect for families to share during the festive season." * Preneur World *
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Nosy Crow Ltd The Spy Who Loved School Dinners
Book SynopsisIzzy is really pleased to have been put in charge of the new girl at school. Matilde is French, and Izzy and her friends can't wait to show her their den and its moth, and to help her avoid school dinners (also known as poison). But Matilde LOVES school dinners and even has seconds! And that's when they know. Matilde is a SPY!
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Dork Diaries Skating Sensation
Book SynopsisMore diary entries and doodles from Nikki's not-so-fabulous life...
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HarperCollins Publishers Scarlet Saves the Multiverse
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Pan Macmillan The Legend of Viking Thunder
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HarperCollins Publishers Swan Song
Book SynopsisAward-winning author Gill Lewis explores the redemptive power of nature for struggling young people in this touching tale. Excluded from school, Dylan is forced to move to a tiny village in Wales where his grandad lives. With no Xbox or internet, life is looking pretty bleak, but when Grandad takes Dylan out on his boat to see the whooper swans, things begin to change. Out on the water, free from all the pressure he’s been under, Dylan begins to feel like himself again. But when the swans’ habitat is threatened and tragedy strikes at home, can Dylan keep going when it feels like everything is slipping out of control again? A profoundly moving novel on the redemptive, healing power of nature from bestseller Gill Lewis.Trade Review“An outstanding novella exploring the impact of anxiety and depression, and the redemptive power of nature" – The Bookseller "Lewis makes subtle points about the way children are raised and educated in 2021, while avoiding preachiness. This urban duckling becomes something rather beautiful" – The Times Children's Book of the Week "Gill Lewis is contemporary children’s literature’s nature writer par excellence, telling moving stories of human encounters with wild animals that powerfully connect readers with the natural world” – Lovereading4kids “The author’s love of nature shines throughout this book … A moving story of finding hope in the most unlikely of places” – INIS “Gill Lewis writes with a knowing eye about animals and the power of nature to heal … This little book packs a powerful punch” – Clare Morpurgo, School Librarian Journal
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David Fickling Books Flember 3 The Glowing Skull from the millionselling Jamie Smart Illustrator of the Year
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Postman Planet
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Pushkin Children's Books The Twelve
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Dork Diaries Drama Queen
Book SynopsisMore diary entries and doodles from Nikki's not-so-fabulous life, in the ninth instalment of the phenomenally successful Dork Diaries series.
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HarperCollins Publishers Northern Soul
Book Synopsis From award-winning author Phil Earle comes the hilariously agonising account of one teenage boy’s disastrous attempts to win the heart of the cool new girl at school. Marv’s fourteen and his life is simple. There’s football. And his best mate, Jimmy. Perfect. Nothing else matters until a new girl at school called Carly crashes into his life. For Marv, it’s love at first sight, his emotions flipped upside down, as he knows a girl like Carly will never notice him. He needs help – lots of it – but when it miraculously arrives in the shape of a musical idol from the past, the path to Carly’s heart proves anything but easy … First love is unforgettable, and poor Marv is about to learn this the hard way – him, and his northern soul …Trade Review"A sweet and touching tale pitched firmly at boys of an awkward age … crashes and burns in amusing ways that sit somewhere on the teenage cringe scale between Adrian Mole and The Inbetweeners … Redding's appearance gives the story a brilliantly irreverent edge." – The Times "Earle is brilliant at capturing the excruciating realities of a teenage crush" – The Telegraph “Delightfully, toe-curlingly cringe for any teen who’s ever felt useless around their crush. Hilarious and heart-warming” – Holly Bourne “A brilliantly funny and achingly real story that perfectly captures the life of a teenage boy in all of its awkward, cringy glory. I absolutely loved it!” – Simon James Green “Phil Earle’s hilarious first-love story is for everyone who’s ever dared to fall head-over-heels. It’s note-perfect portrayal of discovering romance is guaranteed to make you laugh, cringe and cheer” – Keith Gray “Charmingly awkward, angsty and very funny. Northern Soul will strike a chord with all of us who have embarrassed ourselves for love” – Jenny Pearson “Funny, sharp and full of the hilarious horrors of teenage life. No one can tell a story quite like Phil Earle” – Katya Balen “Awkward, tender and dull of soul. A Spin the Bottle merry-go-round of a story” – Steven Camden “A joyous read!” – Lisa Thompson “A tale of young love, dating disasters, and the ghost of Otis Redding eating kebabs, this was excrutiating and hilarious – and I never want to be a teenager again” – Alastair Chisholm “I absolutely loved it. It’s so sweet, funny, relatable, well paced and original …” – Sarah Crossan “I've read pretty well every word Phil Earle has written, but this might just be my favourite of his books. So funny, so charming, so true. This is what it feels like to be a 14 year old boy in love for the first time.” – Anthony McGowan
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Ember Spark and the Thunder of Dragons
Book SynopsisA magical NEW story filled with adventure, wonder and edge-of-your-seat excitement, set in a world of daring dragons and magical maladies by the best-selling author of Sky Song, Abi Elphinstone . . .‘This new fantasy series for younger readers is bubbling with action and imagination… A joy.’ The Daily Mail'Elphinstone has the confidence to embrace fantasy's most popular tropes - unicorns, dragons, dark-hearted villains - and make them thoroughly her own.' TheTelegraph Rusty Fizzbang, vet to magical beasts, needs an apprentice. Ember Spark, looking for adventure, is his newest recruit - and together with an unlikely friend, Arno, she is sent to help a baby dragon whose parents have gone missing. But keeping magical beasts a secret isn’t an easy task, especially with arch-villain, Jasper Hornswoggle, hot on their heels and keen to derail them… Praise for
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Terrible True Tales Saxons
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Skandar and the Skeleton Curse
Book SynopsisBLOODTHIRSTY UNICORNS. UNLIKELY HEROES. A DEADLY CURSE. The epic adventure continues. Don’t miss the unputdownable new book in number 1 bestselling SKANDAR series, for readers ages 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures. *PRE-ORDER NOW!*Skandar and the Unicorn Thief was WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 and WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023!Skandar and the Phantom Rider was one of THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023. As Skandar and his friends begin their fourth year at the Eyrie, the Island’s unicorns are struck by a terrible curse that threatens to change everything. Between a Commodore determined to eliminate the spirit element for good, and a sister hellbent on revenge, nowhere is safe for Skandar. As more and more unicorns are affected by the curse, the clock is ticking for Ska
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Scholastic Tom Gates Extra Special Treats not
Book SynopsisIt's really cold outside and we're all hoping it's going to snow. Yeah! Derek and I could make a snow Rooster and have a snowballfight (look out, Delia!). Granny Mavis has started to knit me a newwinter jumper, but by the looks of things I'm not sure it's goingto fit. . .
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Granta Books The Number Devil: A Mathematical Adventure
Book SynopsisAn international bestseller that does for maths what Horrible Histories did to bring humanities to life Twelve-year-old Robert hates maths: his teacher sets his class boring problems and won't let them use their calculators. Then in his dreams Robert meets the Number Devil, who brings the subject magically to life, illustrating with wit and charm a world in which numbers can amaze and fascinate. Suddenly maths is nothing like the dreary, difficult process that so many of us dread, but a world of wonder that all begins to make sense. The Number Devil knows how to make maths devilishly simple. With fun and helpful illustrations by Rotraut Susanne Berner, this is the perfect read for anyone fascinated by maths - or mystified by it. Learn all about: Negative numbers Prime numbers Square roots Triangular numbers Fibonacci numbers Infinite numbers Geometry Mathematical proofs 'This enterprising and imaginative book will play its part in rescuing children froma lifetime phobia of maths' Daily Mail 'Enzensberger has made Pythagoras the new Harry Potter... Explaining mathematical concepts in a clear and highly original way' Sunday Business PostTrade ReviewEnzensberger has made Pythagoras the new Harry Potter ... explaining mathematical concepts in a clear and highly original way * Sunday Business Post *Hopefully, Mr Enzensberger's enterprising and imaginative book will play its part in rescuing some of Britain's children from a lifetime phobia of maths * Daily Mail *Children old enough to have encountered fractions and square roots will be fascinated by this book, as will their parents * Sunday Times *More attractive than a textbook, an adult and child could work through this together * Irish Times *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Wild Journey
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Scholastic Tom Gates Everythings Amazing sort of
Book SynopsisBack to school, but it's not all bad. We're entering Rooster in adog show, the School Disco and my birthday are coming up so thisterm's going to be amazing! Mostly because Delia's not invited toany of these. There's only one small problem with my birthday,Granny Mavis says she's going to cook . . . uh oh!
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Worst Week Ever Sunday
Book SynopsisHave YOU ever had a bad week?Brace yourself for the cataclysmic conclusion to the global hit series.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Percy Jackson and the Last Olympian Book 5
Book SynopsisHalf Boy. Half God. All Hero. Most people get presents on their sixteenth birthday. I get a prophecy that could save or destroy the world. It happens when you're the son of Poseidon, God of the Sea. According to an ancient prophecy, I turn sixteen and the fate of the entire world is on me. But no pressure.
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Scholastic Bridge of Storms
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Forbidden Atlas
Book Synopsis''An ingenious mystery'' - A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, on THE CLOCKWORK CONSPIRACYIsaac and Hattie have been invited to a high-profile event at the French National Archives in Paris to finally celebrate their achievement in saving time. But as Isaac prepares to make his speech, the lights go out and a single shot is fired.The police think it was an assassination attempt on the infamous businessman Balthazar Blaise, but Isaac and Hattie realise that something very different is going on when they discover a boy taking something from the archives before vanishing without a trace.As they investigate, Isaac and Hattie are pulled into an underground world, searching secret and forgotten places for a stolen letter, a missing sister and a map that will unearth a long buried secret ...
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Scholastic Tom Gates Tom GatesYes No. Maybe...
Book SynopsisSometimes making up my mind isn't easy to do. Especially when mygrumpy sister Delia is LOOMING over me. Mum's on a mission to TIDY UP the whole house. She says if I can'tdecide what to get rid of, she'll do it for me. Which would bea DISASTER!Lucky for me, The FOSSILS come to my rescue (more than once!)
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