Children’s / Teenage fiction: School stories

Book SynopsisWelcome back to Planet Omar! The third book in Zanib Mian''s laugh-out-loud series, with amazing cartoon-style illustrations from Nasaya Mafaridik. Perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid.When Omar and his friends come back after the school holidays, their lovely teacher seems to have been replaced by somebody much more grumpy. Overhearing other teachers talking about her, Omar decides something terrible has happened. Could she possibly have been abducted by ... aliens?!Omar persuades his friends to mount a rescue mission but what they find is very surprising!*Zanib Mian is a World Book Day author for 2021 with her Planet Omar title, Operation Kind.*Have you read the first book in the series, Accidental Trouble Magnet? Love Reading 4 Kids called it ''irresistible reading!''

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Book SynopsisAccidental fires, villainous grown-ups and a mission to rescue a very grumpy goat – don't miss the hilarious second Orphans of St Halibut's adventure from Sophie Wills, illustrated by the million-copy bestselling David Tazzyman. Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl and Lemony Snicket.St Halibut’s has burned to the ground, but there’s no time to mope. With the sinister Ministry of FUN – Forms, Underlining and Notices – on their case, the rag-tag bunch of orphans must make a new home, and protect it from those who want to smash it (and them) to smithereens.But their tight-knit family is unravelling: Tig and Stef can’t see eye to eye, and all Herc can think about is cooking the perfect marshmallows. Worst of all, just when they need her sharp horns and unpredictable temper most, is Pamela giving up the fight? Side-splitting mischief, big trouble and a spectacular cast of quirky characters – dive into the hilarious world of the The Orphans of St Halibut's: Pamela's Revenge.Praise for The Orphans of St Halibut's:'This book reminded me of an old fashioned film caper – a little like St Trinians meets Oliver with a twist of Matilda thrown in' Year 6 Teacher and Parent‘I would recommend this book to people that like spooky, funny and adventurous stories’ Reader, aged 8Trade ReviewThe most effortlessly hilarious book I’ve read in a long time with an unforgettable cast -- Nizrana Farook, author of The Girl Who Stole an Elephant on The Orphans of St Halibut'sA lovely – warm, funny, energetic – read. -- Lucy Mangan on The Orphans of St Halibut'sDeliciously funny, dark, eccentric and clever -- Nicola Penfold, author of Where the World Turns Wild on The Orphans of St Halibut'sA fabulously funny tale of clever orphans, rambling houses, angry goats and grizzly ends . . . made me laugh out loud! -- Kirsty Applebaum, author of The Middler on The Orphans of St Halibut'sWhat a wonderful caper . . . fantastically high-spirited and truly heartwarming story. -- Marina Hyde, Guardian columnist on The Orphans of St Halibut'sFast-paced, witty and clever with wicked twists and turns and a brilliant bunch of characters. David Tazzyman's illustrations are spot on! -- MyBookCorner Blog on The Orphans of St Halibut'sAll round middle grade perfection! -- Marie Basting, author of Princess BMX on The Orphans of St Halibut'sThis book will make you snort, squirm and scream with laughter! -- Dashe Roberts, author of Sticky Pines: The Bigwoof Conspiracy on The Orphans of St Halibut'sDark, funny and very, very clever. With gloriously gothic artwork from David Tazzyman. -- Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of How to be Extraordinary on The Orphans of St Halibut'sDeliciously dark and laugh-out-loud funny, I LOVE The Orphans of St Halibut's -- Julie Pike, author of The Last Spell Breather on The Orphans of St Halibut'sA darkly delightful combination of slapstick humour and sharp satire -- Miss Cleveland, book blogger on The Orphans of St Halibut'sStupendous and hilarious! Hapless heroes, slime ball villains, and a volatile goat. Deliciously disgusting at times, and filled to the brim with Sophie's dark humour. Perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket. -- Hana Tooke, author of The Unadoptables on The Orphans of St Halibut's[A] brilliantly funny tale -- Anna Fargher, author of The Umbrella Mouse on The Orphans of St Halibut's‘There’s nothing I love more than getting stuck into a really good book featuring orphans, workhouses and wicked matrons so I LOVED The Orphans of St Halibut’s! Plus it’s proper laugh-out-loud funny. What a treat’ -- Judith Eagle, author of The Secret Starling on The Orphans of St Halibut'sAn irreverent quirky dark and twisty middle-grade adventure perfect for Halloween -- Zoe James-Williams, drawingonbooks blog on The Orphans of St Halibut's

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Book SynopsisAn irresistible series about chosen family, high stakes thievery, and what it really means to do good. Perfect for fans of M.G. Leonard and Anthony Horowitz.

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Book SynopsisAward-winning master of scary stories Chris Priestley returns with a spine-tingling collection of ghostly tales to chill you to the bone … Award-winning master of scary stories Chris Priestley returns with a spine-tingling collection of ghostly tales to chill you to the bone … When Maya and her classmates are asked to write a creepy story with a winter theme, they come up with some brilliant ideas. Rising floodwaters uncover long-buried bodies and ghostly children take to the ice on a frozen canal. But as each of the stories is read out in class, Maya grows more and more uncomfortable. She features in each of her friends’ creepy tales and they start to feel a little too real. Finally, when a mysterious new girl stands up to read the last story of the day, the light outside dims and it starts to snow. The classroom starts to freeze but everyone is trapped. Can Maya stop the story before the nightmare comes true?Trade Review"A fantastic horror fest for plucky youngsters who love to have their spines well and truly tingled!" – Lancashire Evening Post "Will undoubtedly induce delighted gasps of surprise in readers who relish spine-tingling twists. With his intricate illustrations enhancing the chilling atmosphere, Priestley commands a magician’s prowess to conjure the eerily unexpected .. The set-up of interlinked narratives works a terrifying treat" – LoveReading4Kids, October Books of the Month "Epic horror for kids regardless of reading ability … The blend of supernatural with psychological creepiness is beautiful and chilling … utterly masterful" – Lily and the Fae, blog "[Chris Priestley] knows just how intensively to pitch the tingles and fear for his target readership" – The Letterpress Project

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Book SynopsisWhen your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed! Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Lily is thrilled but a bit nervous to be joining Unicorn Academy. She loves her shy unicorn, Feather, and hopes that together they can become more confident. When dangerous purple tornadoes threaten Unicorn Island, Lily and Feather work together to stop the destruction. But with a tornado heading straight for the school, can they do anything to save it?With a glittery cover and beautifully illustrated throughout by Lucy Truman, Unicorn Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure.Check out the other titles in this series: Sophia and Rainbow, Scarlett and Blaze, Isabel and Cloud and many more!

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Book SynopsisThe strangest things happen at Wigglesbottom Primary! When Year Two is chosen to look after some eggs that are about to hatch, they KNOW somthing is strange about one of them. What if it's not a chick egg, but a DINOSAUR EGG??? Perfect for Easter reading, these are more funny school stories from award-winning Pamela Butchart, brilliantly colour-illustrated by Becka Moor.

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Book SynopsisTWO CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS ADVENTURES NOW IN FULL COLOUR! George and Harold have created the greatest superhero in the history of their school - and now they're about to bring him to life! MEET CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS! HIS TRUE IDENTITY IS SO SECRET, EVEN HE DOESN'T KNOW WHO HE IS! FIGHTING FOR TRUTH, JUSTICE AND ALL THINGS PRE-SHRUNK AND COTTONY!

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Book SynopsisThe BRAND NEW laugh-out-loud Daisy adventure for readers of 6-9, from bestselling author of the Oi Frog series, Kes Gray.Here comes trouble!Daisy is off to actual, actual London for the day!!!Nanny and Grampy are taking her to see the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and lots more.Trouble is, all Daisy really wants to see is Cooey the pigeon . . .

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling fully-illustrated Tom Gates series is back with anew book!This book is VERY important because it contains BISCUITS, BANDS andall my (doodled) plans to make DogZombies the BEST band in theworld.

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Book SynopsisA collection of short stories for budding Detective Society members. Daisy and Hazel invite you to discover their untold stories . . .Daisy Wells and Hazel Wong are famous for the murder cases they have solved - but there are many other mysteries in the pages of Hazel''s casebook. From the macabre Case of the Deepdean Vampire, to the baffling Case of the Blue Violet, and their very first case of all: the Case of Lavinia''s Missing Tie.Just like Daisy and Hazel''s cases, there''s more to this book than meets the eye, including: Brilliant mini-mysteries, including two brand-new and never seen before storiesDaisy and Hazel''s own tips, tricks and factsThis is the perfect book for Agatha Christies In Waiting and fans of the award-winning, bestselling Murder Most Unladylike series.Trade ReviewMarvellously mysterious . . . Perfect for mystery super-fans * The Week Junior *Readers will enjoy learning more about spies, codebreaking, and famous unsolved cases and trying the recipes for food mentioned in earlier books. Altogether, this is jolly good fun. * Kirkus *

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Book Synopsis_______________The first book in a laugh-out-loud funny adventure series for readers aged 8+, from radio stars Greg James and Chris Smith_______________''So funny, it''s almost criminal'' - Independent''Outrageous capers'' - GuardianSHORTLISTED FOR THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN''S BOOK PRIZEA TOM FLETCHER BOOK CLUB PICK _______________Murph Cooper has a problem. His new school is top secret, and super weird. His classmates can all fly or control the weather or conjure tiny horses from thin air. And what''s Murph''s extraordinary skill? Um, oh yeah he hasn''t got one. Just as well there are no revolting supervillains lurking nearby, their minds abuzz with evil plans. There are!? Right. Ok, then... It''s time for Kid Normal to become a hero!Trade ReviewAn extraordinary tale about an ordinary boy in a world of heroes … Kid Normal is a fast-paced, humorous adventure with likeable heroes and a suitably ridiculous, evil villain * Times Educational Supplement *So funny, it's almost criminal ... A fun and fast-paced read * Independent I *Outrageous capers ... Amusingly surreal super-powers and a trust yourself message combine to strong effect with Erica Salcedo’s entertaining, huge-eyed images * Guardian *A superhero story with a twist * National Geographic Kids *Packed with very amusing asides, it’s a fun and fast-paced read that will make James and Smith into children’s heroes * Western Mail *Chock full of slapstick humour, outrageous characters and pop culture references. It mocks school pecking orders and will make all kids who have fallen foul of them feel much better about it. And somehow, it ties all the mania together in a credible and thrilling story * The Bookbag *A superlative adventure story that will resonate with children who like to read whacky, wild things * Books Monthly *This spoof superhero epic certainly delivers: deliciously dastardly villains, capes, tights and mild-mannered heroes. Yet it also explores familiar school anxieties that everyone else is smarter, stronger, better * BookTrust *A very promising start to a laugh-out-loud funny adventure series * Parents in Touch *Incredibly funny, witty and stuffed full of heart * Book Lover Jo *...this phenomenal book is perfect for anyone in doubt or any one who is thirsty for adventure and it's perfect for any age. Just remember, if in doubt, there's always a silver lining to every cloud -- Erica, age 11 * LoveReading4Kids *This book was pretty funny, the main character gets enrolled in superhero school but he has no super powers. I enjoyed the way the book was written it kept me wanting to read more with a bit of mystery and some great humour! -- Caolan, age 9 * Toppsta *I would rate this book a million out of 10, probably the best book I've read this year -- Josh, age 10 * Toppsta *

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Book SynopsisThe first book in a thrilling, magical, and action-packed new fantasy series, illustrated throughout and perfect for 7 - 9 year olds!In the land of Draconis, there are no dragons.Once, there were. Once, humans and dragons were friends, and created the great city of Rivven together.But then came the Dragon Storm, and the dragons retreated from the world of humans.To the men and women of Draconis, they became legends and myth.Tomas has always been told that now, dragons are extinct, and so he can't believe it when a mysterious stranger invites him to join a secret society, the Dragonseer Guild - and tells him that not only do dragons still exist, but also that Tomas has a very special power... he can summon his very own dragon!But Tomas faces a difficult choice, and he and his dragon, Ironskin, must learn to trust each other - and together, they have to save their home from a deadly threat.An exciting new fantasy series from the highly acclaimed author of Orion Lost, brilliantly illustrated throughout, and perfect for fans of Beast Quest and How to Train Your Dragon.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"The final, riveting chapter of the Truly Devious murder series. Throughout this intricately woven, fast-paced whodunit, Johnson demonstrates how proximity to wealth and power can mold and bend one's behavior, whether with good or—here largely—devious intent. The brainy secondary characters' quirky talents and interests complement Stevie's sleuthing skills; . . . they include diversity in socioeconomic background, mental health challenges, physical disability, and sexual orientation. A richly satisfying, Poirot-like ending for Johnson's inspired and inspiring teen sleuth." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "In this hotly anticipated trilogy finale, Johnson pulls out all the stops, filling the thrillingly nimble narrative with classic mystery conventions. A striking foray into an examination of what mysteries can ever truly be solved, and a satisfying send-off for a series that will be missed." — Booklist “Maureen Johnson brings her delectable ‘Truly Devious’ murder mystery trilogy to a thrilling conclusion, neatly tying together her dueling narrative threads, one set in 1936 and the other in the present day, with an action-packed finale during a blizzard at Ellingham Academy in the mountains of Vermont.” — Buffalo News "This will be essential reading for the many fans of the first two books. This trilogy ender is fun, satisfying, and a genuine treat for teens and adult mystery fans." — School Library Journal “Readers will be eager to know the novel’s conclusion but will never want the book to end. Replete with intrigue, thoughtfulness, and depth, The Hand on the Wall is a mystery of the moment and for the ages.” — San Francisco Book Review “The perfect mix of intimate character moments, intriguing epiphanies, and dangerous situations make it an overwhelmingly satisfying conclusion.” — Hypable “This was an absolutely perfect finale to an engaging series.” — YA Books Central "This inclusive, inventive, and vastly entertaining series has been a boon to YA literature. As a layered, complex character who solves crime while also battling anxiety, Stevie Bell reads like the redoubtable love child of Jessica Fletcher and Adrian Monk. There will hopefully be more Stevie Bell mysteries to come." — Horn Book Magazine “This hip mystery trilogy finale is an addictive page-turner that piles on the murder plots and intrigue in two time periods. This is the kind of absorbing series that teens and up will be reading and rereading for years to come.” — Common Sense Media “With a cast of unique and lovable characters, The Hand on the Wall is an exciting read. You’ll be wondering the whole time who did it and rooting for Stevie with the case, and maybe a little bit with her love life as well. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a good mystery.” — Suspense Magazine “A gripping page-turner with twists and turns nestled within every book, this intertwining mystery series is written to seamlessly blend into the next…. Sherlock Holmes collides with Nancy Drew in this modern day crime mystery.” — Independent Voice Newspaper Praise for TRULY DEVIOUS “Be still, my Agatha-Christie-loving beating heart.” — Bustle “Jumping between past and present, Johnson’s novel is deliciously atmospheric, with a sprawling cast of complex suspects/potential victims, surprising twists, and a dash of romance. As in her Shades of London books, Johnson remains a master at combining jittery tension with sharp, laugh-out-loud observations.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Remember the first time reading Harry Potter and knowing it was something special? There’s that same sense of magic in the introduction of teen Sherlock-in-training Stevie Bell. Parallel mysteries unfold with cleverly written dialogue, page-turning brilliance and a young sleuth just as captivating as Hercule Poirot.” — USA Today (four stars) “A suspenseful, attention-grabbing mystery with no clear solution. The versatile Johnson is no stranger to suspense, and this twisty thriller will leave plenty of readers anxious for more.” — Booklist “The Agatha Christie-like ecosystem pairs with lacerating contemporary wit, and alternating past and present scenes makes for a multilayered, modern detective story.” — New York Times Book Review Praise for THE VANISHING STAIR “In this second . . . installment, Johnson gives and she takes away: a few major mysteries are satisfying solved, but other long-standing riddles remain tantalizingly indecipherable, and several new ones come into play by the enigmatic end. Readers, hang tight: there’s one more round to come, and if the signs are right, it’ll be to die for.” — Booklist "Ramps up the intrigue. Throughout this volume, Johnson's compelling would-be Sherlock proves to be as bad at personal relationships as she is adept at solving mysteries. Teen angst soars as Johnson delightfully conjures up more nefarious deeds from the mountain mist." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Take it from the world’s most impatient reader: If the Truly Devious series is basically one long mystery book, The Vanishing Stair is a middle part so enjoyable you won’t even want to skip to the end.” — Entertainment Weekly “In this second installment of her marvelous Truly Devious series, Maureen Johnson offers thrilling suspense, sly wit, a memorable cast of characters and more pieces of her deliciously intricate puzzle.” — Buffalo News “Waiting for the next installment of Maureen Johnson’s Agatha Christie-Sherlock Holmes-classic mystery homage series was torture, but The Vanishing Stair is oh so worth it.” — Bustle

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Book SynopsisThe Cheerleaders is Kara Thomas' edge-of-your-seat thriller about an eerie sequence of seemingly unrelated events that leaves five cheerleaders dead.'Sharp, brilliantly plotted, and totally engrossing' - Karen McManus, author of One of Us Is LyingThere are no more cheerleaders in the town of Sunnybrook.First there was the car accident – two girls dead after hitting a tree on a rainy night.Then the murders happened – two girls were killed by the man next door. The police shot him, so no one will ever know why he did it.Monica's sister was the last cheerleader to die. After her suicide, Sunnybrook High disbanded the cheer squad. No one wanted to be reminded of the girls they'd lost.That was five years ago. Now the faculty and students at Sunnybrook High want to remember the lost cheerleaders. But for Monica, it's not that easy. After she discovers the letters in her stepdad's desk, unearths an ancient phone, and meets a strange new friend at school, Monica can't just move on.There are no more cheerleaders in Sunnybrook, but that doesn't mean anyone else is safe.Trade ReviewSharp, brilliantly plotted, and totally engrossing -- Karen McManus, New York Times-bestselling author of One of Us is LyingGripping from start to finish . . . with twists that left me shocked -- Victoria Aveyard, New York Times-bestselling author of Red QueenYou'll be up all night tearing through the pages * BUSTLE *This deliciously deceptive thriller . . . is a must-have * SLJ *A dark, twisty thriller tapping into the current trend for cheerleading * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisIzzy LOVES all the stories the Ancient Greeks told! She can't wait to tell her friends about Icarus, who was a TOTAL NUMPTY, and the Trojan Horse, which ended a war and wasn't even REAL! So pull up a plinth and enjoy all the DRAMA of the original Greek myths, as told by Pamela Butchart and Thomas Flintham, in collaboration with the British Museum. Now with even more SANDALS!Laugh-out-loud fun from Blue Peter Award winners Pamela Butchart and Thomas Flintham. Read more of Izzy's adventures! Baby Aliens Got My Teacher The Spy Who Loved School Dinners My Headteacher Is a Vampire Rat The Demon Dinner Ladies There's a Werewolf in my Tent To Wee or Not to Wee The Phantom Lollipop Man There's a Yeti in the Playground

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Book SynopsisFreddy is certainly not a Teddy, but that won''t stop him from being the star of the Teddy Bears'' Picnic in this inspiring story about inclusion, friendship and staying true to yourself.Freddy is Jonah''s favourite stuffed toy, but no one knows quite what Freddy is - a funky duck, a peculiar platypus, a punk rock penguin? When Jonah''s teacher announces that they''re going to have a Teddy Bears'' Picnic, it seems that if Jonah wants to take Freddy, Freddy will have to go in disguise!Jonah and Freddy try all of their best Teddy Bear disguises, but nothing can quite cover up the fact that Freddy is a little different. What should Jonah do? He loves Freddy, but should he still take Freddy to the picnic if he doesn''t look like all the other teddies?Find out what happens when Jonah stands up for himself and for his beloved Freddy in a heart-warming story that will resonate with any child who has ever felt like they''re a little different. A celebration of inclusivity and being kind to others, Freddy the Not-Teddy will inspire young readers to express themselves just as they are!

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Book SynopsisThe BRAND NEW laugh-out-loud new Daisy adventure, from bestselling author of the Oi Frog series, Kes Gray.Here comes trouble! Daisy and her class are so excited when their new school nature garden is unveiled. But the trouble with their nature garden is, there's not very much nature in it. There are NO:BirdsButterfliesGrizzly BearsWolverinesIf there's one thing Daisy HATES it's waiting. Especially waiting for nature to appear. Luckily, she's going camping with Gabby, and will find LOTS of nature to bring back.Only, the trouble with nature is, it's really hard to control...

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Book SynopsisMy name is Harriet Manners, and I will always be a geek.The fifth book in the bestselling, award-winning GEEK GIRL series.Harriet Manners knows almost every fact there is.She knows duck-billed platypuses don't have stomachs.She knows that fourteen squirrels were once detained as spies.She knows that both chess and snakes and ladders were invented in the same country.And for once, Harriet knows exactly how her life should go. She's got it ALL planned out. So her friends seem less than happy, Harriet is determined to Make Things Happen!If only everyone else would stick to the scriptBut is following the rules going to break hearts for GEEK GIRL?Trade Review'Harriet's comical and cringeworthy misadventures in the world of fashion are guaranteed to get you laughing.' The Week Junior ‘Genius.’ MaximumPop! 'You can't fail to like Harriet.' Parents in Touch PRAISE FOR GEEK GIRL: "Loved GEEK GIRL. Wise, funny and true, with a proper nerd heroine you're laughing with as much as at. Almost." James Henry, writer of Smack the Pony and Green Wing "A feel-good satisfying gem that will have teens smiling from cover to cover, and walking a little taller after reading" – Books for Keeps “I would highly recommend Geek Girl to anyone who likes a good laugh and enjoys a one-of-a-kind story.” Mia,Guardian Children’s Books website

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Book SynopsisWhen Otis wakes up after a sleepover at popular kid Rocco Rococo'shouse, it's a scene of total chaos and disaster. Weirdly, no onecan remember what happened the night before, so Rocco and Otisreluctantly team up to retrace their steps in the hopes of workingout happened.

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Book SynopsisThere has been a terrible mistake. Instead of having thirty classrooms side by side, Wayside School is thirty storeys high! (The builder said he was sorry.) Perhaps that's why all sorts of strange and unusual things keep happening – especially in Mrs Jewls's classroom on the very top floor. There's the terrifying Mrs Gorf, who gets an unusually fruity comeuppance; Terrible Todd, who always gets sent home early; and Mauricia, who has a strange ice-cream addiction. Meanwhile, John can only read upside down, and Leslie is determined to sell her own toes. From top to bottom, Wayside is packed with quirky and hilarious characters who are all brought to life in this new edition with delightful illustrations by Aleksei Bitskoff throughout. This is an unmissable, irrepressible story of mixed-up mayhem from Louis Sachar, the bestselling author of Holes.Trade ReviewLouis Sachar is one of the few masters of American fiction * Independent on Sunday on Louis Sachar *Thirty clever, fast-moving stories that describe the bizarre events at Wayside School … each story is refreshingly different * Guardian *Magic and hard realism come crashing together. This is an extraordinary and unconventional novel * Observer on HOLES *

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Book SynopsisSPLINTERED BLOODLINES. UNBREAKABLE BARGAINS. A LEGACY OF BETRAYAL. The powerful sequel to the instant New York Times bestselling and award-winning Legendborn that's taking TikTok by storm. Perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare, Leigh Bardugo, Sarah J. Maas and Cinderella is Dead!The shadows have risen, and the line is law.   All Bree wanted was to uncover the truth behind her mother’s death. So she infiltrated the Legendborn Order, a secret society descended from King Arthur’s knights – only to discover her own ancestral power. Now, Bree has become someone new:  A Medium. A Bloodcrafter. A Scion.   But the ancient war between demons and the Order is rising to a deadly peak. And Nick, the Legendborn boy Bree fell in love with, has been kidnapped.   When the Regents reveal they will do whate

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Book Synopsis'In an old house in Paris that was covered in vineslived twelve little girls in two straight lines...'The small but feisty heroine, Madeline, and her charming Parisianworld have been loved by children and adults alike for seventy years.

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Book SynopsisEnid Blyton's classic and much-loved school series - full of adventure, fun and mischief!

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Book SynopsisHilarious, illustrated school-based antics where everything that happens leads to DRAMA and RUNNING AROUND and even some FAINTING!Winner of the Laugh Out Loud Book Awards 2023!Izzy and her friends are on a school trip to a big lake. Gary Petrie is excited because the lodges where they're staying have ROBES AND SLIPPERS! The lake is dark and deep and a bit scary. But it's when they open their packed lunches that they know! There's a MONSTER in the lake and it's coming for their CRISPS!Laugh-out-loud fun from Blue Peter Award winners Pamela Butchart and Thomas Flintham.Read more of Izzy's adventures!Baby Aliens Got My TeacherThe Spy Who Loved School DinnersMy Headteacher Is a Vampire RatAttack of the Demon Dinner LadiesTo Wee Or Not To Wee!There's a Werewolf In My Tent!The Phantom Lollipop Man!There's a Yeti in the Playground!Icarus Was RidiculousThe Broken Leg of Doom

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Book SynopsisWelcome back to Planet Omar! The second book in Zanib Mian''s laugh-out-loud series, with amazing cartoon-style illustrations from Nasaya Mafaridik. Perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid. * Chosen asThe Times Children''s Book of the Week: ''Mian''s gentle mixing of humour and Muslim tradition is fresh and necessary'' *Omar and his friends have been saving up their pocket money for ages so they can have the world''s most epic Nerf Blaster battle. But when Omar discovers that his mosque is in trouble, they decide to donate their pennies to help save it. Then they try to raise some more money by:Doing some chores (boorrring)Selling some home-made cookies (deeelicious)Holding a talent contest (YESSSSSSS)Everything goes PERFECTLY until the money mysteriously goes missing. Can they work out who has taken it in time to stop the mosque closing down? And what exactly is Omar''s Trade ReviewIt has the feel of the Tom Gates and the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books, but here our hero is Omar, a young Muslim boy who lives with his parents, younger brother Esa and elder sister Maryam ... the illustrations are jolly, the writing is light on its feetand Mian's gentle mixing of humour and Muslim tradition is fresh and necessary. * The Times *Planet Omar: Unexpected Super Spy (Hodder) by Zanib Mian, with cheery illustrations by Nasaya Mafaridik, returns to the world of imaginative, impulsive Omar. Wild imaginings, daft jokes and invented swearwords add up to another funny, sweet, inclusive story * The Guardian *

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Book Synopsis'Wildly imaginative, brilliantly written and perfectly illustrated. This is a joy to read.' – David Walliams'Another absolute smasher from Rob Biddulph! Gorgeously illustrated and a joyfully escapist adventure.' – Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being GoodSome legends are born, some are drawn . . .Famous works of art are disappearing from all over the world. One moment they are there, the next, they have crumbled to dust. Peanut Jones, artist and adventurer, and her friends suspect it might have something to do with the magical world of Chroma and the wicked Mr White's plot to wipe out colour, art and creativity. It's time to head back to the Illustrated City and help the resistance fight back. . .Superstar, author and illustrator Rob Biddulph dazzles in Peanut Jones and the Twelve Portals. This second title in the hilarious adventure series for boys and girls aged 8 to 12 fizzes with magic, danger, friendship and art. It is fully illustrated throughout by Rob, the creative genius behind #DrawWithRob.*Winner of The Week Junior's Cover of the Year Award*Praise for the first title in the series Peanut Jones and the Illustrated City:'Peanut Jones is AWESOME. I loved this book from start to finish - the story is packed with twists and turns, and Rob’s illustrations are full of wit and warmth . . . I need to know what happens next!' – Nadia Shireen'A wildly imaginative, big-hearted celebration of creativity' – Anna James, author of the Pages & Co series'Look at this utter beauty . . . This book is EPIC' – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of the Amelia Fang seriesTrade ReviewWildly imaginative, brilliantly written and perfectly illustrated. This is a joy to read. -- David WalliamsAnother absolute smasher from Rob Biddulph! Gorgeously illustrated and a joyfully escapist adventure, where art is centre stage! -- Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being GoodRob Biddulph is one of the finest, most innovative creators we have. Inside and out, this is a thing of beauty. -- Phil Earle, award-winning author of When the Sky FallsPeanut Jones is AWESOME. I loved this book from start to finish - the story is packed with twists and turns, and Rob’s illustrations are full of wit and warmth . . . I need to know what happens next! -- Nadia Shireen, author of Grimwood, on Peanut Jones and the Illustrated CityLook at this utter beauty . . . This book is EPIC -- Laura Ellen Anderson, bestselling author of Amelia Fang, on Peanut Jones and the Illustrated CityA wildly imaginative, big-hearted celebration of creativity -- Anna James, bestselling author of the Pages & Co series, on Peanut Jones and the Illustrated City

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Book SynopsisA second mystery for thirteen-year-old Agatha Oddly – a bold, determined heroine, and the star of this stylish new detective series.

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Book SynopsisGeorge and Harold are back in another icky adventure! When classboffin Melvin Sneedly goes too far with his latest amazing invention,the Bionic Booger Boy comes to sticky, snotty, bad-temperedlife...

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Book SynopsisJacqueline Wilson (Author) Jacqueline Wilson wrote her first novel when she was nine years old, and she has been writing ever since. She is now one of Britain's bestselling and most beloved children's authors. She has written over 100 books and is the creator of characters such as Tracy Beaker and Hetty Feather. More than forty million copies of her books have been sold.As well as winning many awards for her books, including the Children's Book of the Year, Jacqueline is a former Children's Laureate, and in 2008 she was appointed a Dame.Jacqueline is also a great reader, and has amassed over 20,000 books, along with her famous collection of silver rings.Find out more about Jacqueline and her books at www.jacquelinewilson.co.ukNick Sharratt (Illustrator) Nick Sharratt has written and illustrated many books for children including Shark in the Park, You Choose and Pants. He has won numerous awards for his picture books, including the Sheffield Children's Book Award and the 2001 Children's Book Award. He has also enjoyed stellar success illustrating Jacqueline Wilson's books. Nick lives in Hove.Trade ReviewIntelligent and insightful look at family life and the unique bond that exists between siblings * The Bookseller *This is another absorbing story that pulls the reader into the life and minds of the characters so you almost feel you are living it with them. A unputdownable read * Primary Times *This is another winning formula from this former children's laureate -- Jayne Howarth * Birmingham Post *A beautifully told and moving story of sisters, friendship and teenage rebellion * Mid Devon Advertiser *

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Book SynopsisA life-affirming story about friendship, adventure and self-belief, from the award-winning author of The Bubble Boy. Perfect for fans of Louis Sachar’s Holes and Elle McNicoll’s A Kind of Spark.   When three eleven-year-old ‘problem children’ are thrown together at summer camp, they’re challenged to build a place to live together for the next week. But after a trip to a disused tin-mine goes awry, Milo and his new friends, Oscar and Effie, soon find themselves split off from the group and trapped underground. Can they work through their individual issues and come together as a team to find their way to freedom?  

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Book SynopsisFour boys grow up together at school, itching to get out of their small town. They play games, scoring points from each other, anything to pass the time until they're free. Matthew slips into his imagination, Luc pushes his body to the limit, and Johnny ... well who knows what Johnny's up to. But when Mark starts running errands for his older brother's mysterious associate, he thinks he's found the best game of all.Trade ReviewBoys will be boys but will strive to become so much more in Luke Palmer's wonderfully astute and truthful story. It's the best book of young male friendship I've read in years. Gut-wrenching and glorious. Keith Gray; Profound, poetic, funny, heartbreaking and above all, real - every line, from the lyrical to the punchy, and every character rings with truth. Luke Palmer is up there with Melvyn Burgess, Patrick Ness and Anthony McGowan at showing us the joys, complications and fears of being a boy. Jo Nadin

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Book SynopsisScarlet and Ivy return to Rookwood School - in their second spine-tingling mystery adventure! Perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE.Trade ReviewPraise for the Scarlet and Ivy series:“I loved this book as it is a true page-turning, nail-biting mystery. The author has very cleverly hidden clues in the story and lets us solve the mystery as well. I read it in less than a day. It is gripping and keeps you begging for more.” Guardian.com, children’s reviews

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Oakleaf Academy, the fairy boarding school at the end of the rainbow, where readers can join friends Poppy, Ivy, Azalea, and Jessamy on their magical misadventures. In A Secret at Fairy School, the talkative sprite Jessamy accidentally brings an adorable mushroom creature into the school. She knows that she''s broken a rule but instead of coming clean she decides to keep it a big secret - even from her friends! But when odd things start happening at the Student Show, she realizes the whole school could be in danger. How can she put things right ... and save the day? Oakleaf Academy is a charmingly illustrated chapter book series, with each story following a different pupil at fairy school. The series blends together the hijinks and misadventures of traditional boarding school stories, the ups and downs of real schoolgirls'' friendships and a generous sprinkling of mystery and adventure - al

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Book SynopsisA short novella based on the beloved characters from Alice Oseman's acclaimed debut novel Solitaire and graphic novel series Heartstopper now a major Netflix series. From the author of the 2021 YA Book Prize winning Loveless.Absence makes the heart grow fonder, right?CHARLIE: I have been going out with Nick Nelson for two years. He likes rugby, Formula 1, dogs, the Marvel universe, the sound felt-tips make on paper, rain and drawing on shoes. He also likes me.NICK: Things me and Charlie Spring do together include: Watch films. Sit in the same room on different laptops. Text each other from different rooms. Make out. Make food. Make drinks. Get drunk. Talk. Argue. Laugh. Maybe we''re kind of boring. But that's fine with us.Everyone knows that Nick and Charlie are the perfect couple that they're inseparable. But now Nick is leaving for university, and Charlie will be left behind at Sixth Form. Everyone's asking if they're staying together, which is a stupid question they're Nick and Charlie' for God's sake!But as the time to say goodbye gets inevitably closer, both Nick and Charlie question whether their love is strong enough to survive being apart. Or are they delaying the inevitable? Because everyone knows that first loves rarely last forever

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Book SynopsisA shy but talented footballer navigates challenging friendships and anxiety at school in this touching tale from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth. A shy but talented footballer navigates challenging friendships and anxiety at school in this touching tale from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth. Lily always feels a little bit left out. Shy and anxious, she finds school really hard, particularly as most of the other girls all seem so confident. Most of the time, Lily wishes that she could just disappear. But during a game of football in PE, Lily’s teacher spots her natural talent and invites Lily to join the local girls’ team, where she starts to make friends with some of the other players. Finally, she thinks she’s found a place where she fits in, but will a vicious argument with one of her teammates put all her progress in jeopardy?Trade Review"This sensitively told story, beautifully illustrated by Luna Valentine, is peppered with fascinating football facts as Lily navigates the challenges of anxiety and friendships. The perfect read for young football fans… and to help build confidence in any shy youngster." – Lancashire Post "This book will resonate with any reader who has found their friendship in crisis, fanned by the flames of social media. This football-themed novella's a winner in the back of the net" – The School Librarian "Brilliantly alternating between Lily's story and the history of the women's game in the UK, this is an absolute belter." – Teacher "This combination of narrative and information text, within a beginner reader is sure to interest those with a passion for football and those without. With the FIFA World Cup due to kick off soon, this is a great book for upper KS2 readers who are beginning to read chapter books with confidence and a great topical addition to the class library shelf." – Just Imagine, blog

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Book SynopsisAward-winning author Eve Ainsworth returns with a stark, honest and deeply moving novella exploring the difficult subject of alcoholism. Violet's mum hasn't been herself for a while. A few too many glasses of wine in the evening. Mornings when she can't get out of bed. Now Violet's the one looking after her little brother and looking out for empty bottles in Mum's bag. But it's just another little blip. Mum will be fine again soon. She has to be … How long do blips last for? Bestselling author Eve Ainsworth tackles the difficult subject of alcohol addiction in this stark, honest and deeply moving novella. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 13+Trade Review"Harrowing and convincing" – Books for Keeps "Packs a powerful punch … this compelling, moving story will engross fans of true-to-life fiction, while casting sensitive light on a tough subject" – LoveReading4Kids "Another affecting novella … This is a story that doesn't pull any punches" – The Letterpress project "Eve Ainsworth has a real skill for weaving a gripping story surrounding hard hitting issues … packs a lot into a few words" – Teen Librarian

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Book SynopsisAn utterly enchanting feast of a book, this stunning collector's edition of the full-colour illustrated Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is a volume to treasure for a lifetime. Brimming with rich detail and humour, Jim Kay's dazzling depiction of the wizarding world and much loved characters will captivate fans and new readers alike. In oil, pastel, pencil, watercolour, pixels and a myriad of other techniques, Jim Kay has created over 115 astonishing illustrations; there really is magic on every page. This beautiful, deluxe edition of J.K. Rowling's timeless classic features an opulent page size and an exclusive pull-out double gatefold of Diagon Alley; intricate foiled line art by Jim Kay on the real cloth cover and slipcase; gilt edges on premium grade paper; head and tail bands and two ribbon markers the ultimate must-have edition for any fan, collector or bibliophile.Trade ReviewKay’s illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is a triumph – a book so alive it seems to jump, explode and slither out of your hands as you read * Telegraph *Seeing Jim Kay’s illustrations moved me profoundly. I love his interpretation of Harry Potter’s world, and I feel honoured and grateful that he has lent his talent to it * J.K. Rowling *Stunning … Greenaway Medal winner Kay breathes incredible life into these much loved characters and locations, staying faithful to Rowling’s vision but revitalising the story for a new generation * Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisRead more of Izzy's adventures! Baby Aliens Got My Teacher The Spy Who Loved School Dinners My Headteacher Is a Vampire Rat Attack of the Demon Dinner Ladies To Wee Or Not To Wee! There's a Yeti in the Playground The Phantom Lollipop Man Icarus Was Ridiculous

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Book SynopsisThe BRAND NEW laugh-out-loud new Daisy adventure, from bestselling author of the Oi Frog series, Kes Gray.Here comes trouble!Daisy and her class have SPACE FEVER after a talk about stars, moons and faraway planets. THEN their teacher announces they''re going to spend a WHOLE WEEK learning all about space. How COSMIC is that?!Trouble is, SPACE FEVER follows Daisy back home too. And turning your bedroom ceiling into the universe isn''t that easy. Even with lots of glow-in-the-dark stars, superglue, and your best friend to help . . .If you love this DAISY adventure, look out for more including DAISY AND THE TROUBLE WITH UNICORNS, DAISY AND THE TROUBLE WITH CHOCOLATE and DAISY AND THE TROUBLE WITH SCHOOL TRIPS!

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Book SynopsisGet ready to go back to school by counting the first 12 days of kindergarten with this fun-filled picture book inspired by “The 12 Days of Christmas” — perfect for fans of Natasha Wing’s “The Night Before” series. Includes stickers for a great school-time reward!   On the first day of kindergarten, a new student finds ONE classroom cubby of his very own. On the second day, he sees TWO yummy snacks. The third day? THREE friends! Each of the first 12 fun-filled days of kindergarten are illuminated in this cumulative rhyming storybook based on “The 12 Days of Christmas.”   Kindergartners and their parents and teachers will love spotting all the fun things to find in the classroom. It’s a great way to calm first-day-of-school jitters by talking about what to expect once school is under way. And the book includes stickers—perfect treats for the first 12 days of school.   Also available: The 12 Days of Preschool, The 12 Days of Halloween, and The 12 Days of Valentine''s. Warm and comforting, it shows kids what to expect during their first days at school. —ReadBrightly

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Book SynopsisNow a major Netflix film starring Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh, Sofia Wylie, Sophie Anne Caruso, Jamie Flatters, Earl Cave, Kit Young, and many more!The first in the New York Times bestselling School for Good and Evil series. A dark and enchanting fantasy adventure perfect for those who prefer their fairy tales with a twist.Two best friends have been chosen to be students at the fabled School for Good and Evil, where ordinary boys and girls are trained to be fairy-tale heroes and villains. One will train for Good, one will become Evil's new hope. Each thinks they know where they belong, but when they are swept into the Endless Woods, they're switched into the opposite schools. Together they'll discover who they really are and what they are capable of. . . because the only way out of a fairy tale is to live through it.Features cover artwork from Netflix's The School for Good and Evil film and includes Soman Chainani's exclusive on-set movie diary!Trade Review‘Reimagines the world of fairy tales and will make you question who is good and who is evil. Loved it! Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson series ‘Invention in overdrive . . . The School for Good and Evil is a comedic education by a writer primed to shoot to the head of the class’ Gregory Maguire, author of Wicked ‘Wow. From the very first sentence, you know you’re entering a thrilling world of strange fantasy . . . A wild and dangerous fairy-tale ride. I loved this book’ R. L. Stine, author of the Goosebumps series ‘A fairy tale like no other, complete with romance, magic, humour and a riddle that will keep you turning pages until the end’ Ann M. Martin, author of the Babysitter’s Club series ‘A whip-smart debut . . . If I could bewitch you all to read it, I would. Grade: A’ Entertainment Weekly ‘The School for Good and Evil isn’t just a fantasy series. It’s a low-key empire’ NPR ‘An imaginative way to leave black-and-white thinking behind’ Publishers Weekly ‘A funny frightening and fully satisfying novel that explores the meaning of true love and the vast grey area between good and evil’San Francisco Chronicle

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewSimply spiffing * Daily Mail *Fabulous * The Times *Superb * Telegraph *A superb puzzle . . . Splendidly seasonal * Metro *Nancy Drew meets the Chalet School in this clever crime novel set in the 1930s. Robin Stevens' period detail, strong characters and meticulous plotting come together in a satisfying story * Scotsman *Robin Stevens continues to impress * Booktrust *Festive, fun and full of mystery * Country Life *

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Book SynopsisThe international bestselling YA thriller by acclaimed author, Karen M. McManus - NOW A MAJOR NETFLIX SERIES. Five students go to detention. Only four leave alive. Yale hopeful Bronwyn has never publicly broken a rule. Sports star Cooper only knows what he''s doing in the baseball diamond. Bad boy Nate is one misstep away from a life of crime. Prom queen Addy is holding together the cracks in her perfect life. And outsider Simon, creator of the notorious gossip app at Bayview High, won''t ever talk about any of them again. He dies 24 hours before he could post their deepest secrets online. Investigators conclude it''s no accident. All of them are suspects. Everyone has secrets, right? What really matters is how far you''ll go to protect them. ''Tightly plotted and brilliantly written, with sharp, believable characters, this whodunit is utterly irresistible'' - HEAT ''Twisty plotting, breakneck pacing and intriguing characterisation add up to an exciting single-sitting thrillerish treat'' -THE GUARDIAN ''A fantastic murder mystery, packed with cryptic clues and countless plot twists. I could not put this book down'' - THE SUN ''Pretty Little Liars meets The Breakfast Club'' - ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY

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Book SynopsisThe dramas, the traumas, the rumours - it's time to expose it all... The Perks of Being a Wallflower meets Mean Girls in this scathingly funny and relatable high-school takedown from the queen of UKYA.Trade ReviewAn absorbing novel from the queen of British YA * The Guardian *Searingly honest and laced with humour. * The Observer *Tackling touch subjects with a deceptively light tough, Holly Bourne gets into the heads of teenagers like no one else. * Sunday Express *[A] highly relatable novel * The Irish Times *The brilliant Holly Bourne exposes the dramas, traumas and tyranny of secondary school life in this sharply funny and wholly relatable new novel. * The Bookseller *THE YEARBOOK is fantastic-about finding your voice, falling in love, family, and power of books! A love letter to libraries and bookshops, and the power of feeling seen in a book. * Katherine Webber, author of Only Love Can Break Your Heart *

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Book SynopsisJust when you thought it was safe to flush!When the Incredible Robo-Plunger defeated the evil Turbo Toilet 2000,George and Harold thought their toilet troubles were over. Unfortunately,The Turbo Toilet 2000 is back! The carnivorous commodeknown for devouring everything in its path has built up a realappetite ... for REVENGE!

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