Children’s / Teenage fiction: School stories

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.Phoebe and Shimmer are having a brilliant time at Unicorn Academy. They're always on the lookout for excitement and adventure! On a school trip to the coast, a freak weather event puts everyone in danger. Shimmer's magic might be able to save them - but they'll have to think fast and be very brave!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.Have you read the other Unicorn Academy stories?Sophia and RainbowScarlett and BlazeAva and StarIsabel and CloudLayla and DancerOlivia and SnowflakeRosa and CrystalAriana and WhisperMatilda and PearlFreya and HoneyViolet and TwinkleIsla and ButtercupLily and Feather

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Book SynopsisHilarious school-based comedy for 7+ with black and white illustrations throughout. A modern day Just William!Lenny Lemmon is looking forward to Olden Days Day at school. It's a chance to break the routine and try school as it was years ago. It explains the blackboard in the corner, his teacher's bad temper and why his friend Sam looks like Oliver Twist.And Lenny's pleased with his own contribution, too. It's in a cardboard box at the back of the class at the moment because it's not yet time to shine. Except it escapes and ends up in the bowl of sick, sorry, gruel, that Amelia Kelly has brought up, sorry, in.Soon there are small, gruelly footprints all over the classroom and also a lot of screaming because the rat that Lenny found by the back of the chip shop is FREE. It takes the arrival of cool new girl, Jessica Conrad, to distract everyone. Jessica has a plan to catch the rat but it'll cost them.Can the three kids round up the rat before more damage is done? Or will they end up in the headmaster's office - again. Maybe, but they're going to need a bigger net...

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Book SynopsisFrom Number One bestselling picture book duo, David Walliams and Tony Ross, comes this ssssspectacularly funny picture book for children of 3 and up.Miranda loves to be different, and on Bring-your-pet-to-school Day she introduces everyone to her very DIFFERENT petPenelope the snake.Miss Bloat the headmistress doesn't think snakes should be allowed in school. But Penelope has other ideasIntroducing a spectacularly slithery new picture book packed with mischief and mayhem from two superstars!Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR WALLIAMS’ PICTURE BOOKS: “Pre-schoolers will roar with laughter” – Daily Express “Part Aesop, part Spike Milligan… this is rollicking stuff” – Big Issue “Funny and with brilliant illustrations… sure to be another bestseller” – The Sun PRAISE FOR WALLIAMS: “I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics.” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole “Dahl finally has a worthy successor” – Telgraph "Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" – The Sun

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Book SynopsisMermazing action-packed underwater adventures for young readers. Beautifully illustrated throughout and with a glittery cover! From the authors and illustrator of the bestselling Unicorn Academy series.Hidden deep beneath the waves is Mermaid Academy, a magical school where mermaids are paired with their very own dolphin and must discover their unique mermaid magic, with plenty of adventure along the way!Maya loves studying at Mermaid Academy. She just wishes her playful dolphin, Rainbow, would take school seriously too. But when they get lost on a school trip and Maya can't magic a Bubble Tunnel home, things get very serious indeed! Can their friends find them before a sea monster does?Mermaid Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure.Look out for more titles! Isla and Bubble, Cora and Sparkle and Amber and Flash.

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Book Synopsis***SHORTLISTED FOR THE CARNEGIE MEDAL 2016*** ***WINNER OF THE INAUGURAL AMNESTY CILIP HONOUR 2016*** Lie #1: I'm not afraid Lie #2: I'm sure I'm doing the right thing Lie #3: I don't care what they think of me It’s 1959. The battle for civil rights is raging. And it’s Sarah’s first day of school as one of the first black students at previously all-white Jefferson High. No one wants Sarah there. Not the Governor. Not the teachers. And certainly not the students – especially Linda, daughter of the town’s most ardent segregationist. Sarah and Linda are supposed to despise each other. But the more time they spend together, the less their differences matter. And both girls start to feel something they’ve never felt before. Something they’re determined to ignore. Because it’s one thing to stand up to an unjust world – but another to be terrified of what’s in your own heart. ‘The main characters are terrific in what is a moving YA novel. And an important one.’ – The Telegraph’ This is so thought-provoking it almost hurts to read it, yet every word is needed, is necessary and consequently this is a novel that lingers long after you've finished it' – Lovereading ‘This is an emotional and compelling read that I did not want to put down. It is […]beautifully written and the tension just simmers on the pages.’ – Bookbabblers ‘This book packs a very powerful punch’ – Historical Novel Society ‘With great characterisation, tough issues covered, and a plot which had me guessing right up until the last pages, this is a must-read. Massively recommended!’ – The Bookbag ‘This exceptional novel of first love and sexual awakenings is set against a backdrop of shocking racism and prejudice. It is incredibly well written as the tense, riveting story seamlessly combines fiction with historical fact.’ – Booktrust *A Goodreads Choice Awards semi-finalist 2014* Trade Review‘The main characters are terrific in what is a moving YA novel. And an important one.’ – The Telegraph’ ‘This is so thought-provoking it almost hurts to read it, yet every word is needed, is necessary and consequently this is a novel that lingers long after you've finished it' – Lovereading ‘This is an emotional and compelling read that I did not want to put down. It is […]beautifully written and the tension just simmers on the pages.’ – Bookbabblers ‘This book packs a very powerful punch’ – Historical Novel Society ‘With great characterisation, tough issues covered, and a plot which had me guessing right up until the last pages, this is a must-read. Massively recommended!’ – The Bookbag ‘This exceptional novel of first love and sexual awakenings is set against a backdrop of shocking racism and prejudice. It is incredibly well written as the tense, riveting story seamlessly combines fiction with historical fact.’ – Booktrust ‘Every now and then a Young Adult book comes along that I want to push into every readers hands both young and old and Lies We Tell Ourselves is that book for 2014’ – Jess Hearts Books ‘Talley has mixed two controversial topics together to create a firecracker of a story’ – Cheryl M-M's Book Blog

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Book SynopsisEnormously popular all over the world, Enid Blyton's school series combines everything that makes school so special - friendships, learning, sports, plays and mischief!

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Book SynopsisSex Education meets A Good Girl's Guide to Murder in this darkly hilarious YA murder mystery by Comedy Women in Print Prize and Carnegie Medal nominated author, Kate Weston.Fiercely funny, feminist and FUN! I bloody loved it' M.A. KUZNIARThere's never a good time to find a dead body. But finding a dead body while you're trying to kiss your crush?Dead awkward.All Kerry wants to do is stay at home with her rom-coms and strict retainer schedule. Instead, her BFF Annie has roped her into going to their first sixth-form party to investigate who's cyberbullying Heather, the most popular girl in school.On the cusp of kissing her dreamy crush, Scott, Kerry discovers the body of Heather''s second in command suffocated with a menstrual cup. Within days, another student turns up dead, this time with a sanitary pad across the eyes. Now Annie and Kerry are officially on the case to stop the menstrual murderer . . . period.Trade Review Praise for MURDER ON A SCHOOL NIGHT “This inclusive feminist tale is thrilling, twisty and hilarious… I’ll never look at menstrual products the same way again!Fiercely funny, feminist and FUN! I bloody loved it” – M.A. KUZNIAR ‘The snappy dialogue shines and the detective duo’s friendship is well observed and rings true’ – Fiona Noble, The Observer ‘Kate Weston’s hilarious YA murder mystery is a must’– Irish Independent “Mean Girls meets Midsomer Murders with a dash of Louise Rennison in this genre-blending story… Hysterically funny dialogue and a lighthearted tone. However, what really elevates the goofy capers and over-the-top scheming is how well Kerry and Annie know both themselves and each other. Secrets add depth and complexity to this insightful parody of teenage life. A nuanced, hilarious page-turning romantic mystery” – Kirkus Reviews "Channeling the 1980s cult classic Heathers right down to the croquet set, Weston flaunts cozy English charm and puerile slapstick comedy in this propulsive mystery . . . The girls’ chemistry as best friends and partners-in-crime-solving is energizing. Refreshing attention to sex positivity and period politics combined with Weston’s timing—both comedic and plot driven—ensure a laugh-out-loud romp" – Publishers Weekly ‘Laugh out loud funny, delightfully gruesome and packed with twists, turns and feminism. I loved every minute of it!’ – Amy McCaw, author of Mina and the Undead Praise for KATE WESTON ‘Echoes of the late great Louise Rennison’― Irish Times If you found the late Louise Rennison's diaries of Georgia Nicholson funny…this book by comedian Kate Weston will make you laugh out loud…and contains wisdom and good advice along with the comedy ― The Sunday Times 'Holly Bourne fans should love this uproarious debut by standup comic Weston' – Guardian 'This book will make you laugh out loud' – Sunday Times Book of the Week

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Book SynopsisCoretta Scott King Honor author Varian Johnson teams up with rising cartoonist Shannon Wright for a delightful middle-grade graphic novel!Maureen and Francine Carter are twins and best friends. They participate in the same clubs, enjoy the same foods, and are partners on all their school projects. But just before the girls start sixth grade, Francine becomes Fran -- a girl who wants to join the chorus, run for class president, and dress in fashionable outfits that set her apart from Maureen. A girl who seems happy to share only two classes with her sister!Maureen and Francine are growing apart and there''s nothing Maureen can do to stop it. Are sisters really forever? Or will middle school change things for good?

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Book SynopsisMr Majeika is the most magical teacher around!As a rule, magic carpets don''t turn up in schools, but this is exactly what happens when Class Three''s new teacher flies in through the classroom window and lands on the floor with a bump. Mr Majeika can behave just like any ordinary teacher if he wants to, but something has to be done about Hamish Bigmore, the class nuisance, and so he uses a little magic to turn him into a frog. And to everyone''s delight it looks as if Hamish will have to remain a frog because Mr Majeika can''t remember the spell to turn him back again! With Mr Majeika in charge, suddenly life at school become much more exciting - there''s even a magic-carpet ride to Buckingham Palace!There are other Mr Majeika stories to collect, includingMr Majeika and the School Book WeekMr Majeika and the School CaretakerMr Majeika and the School InspectorMr Majeika and the School PlayMr Majeika and the School Trip

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Book SynopsisA brand new title in the bestselling gorgeously gothic and wickedly funny Amelia Fang series perfect for readers of 7+MEET AMELIA FANGA little vampire with a big heart.Amelia Fang's mum has a baby vampire on the way! But with the Fang household completely focussed on the new arrival, no one is paying Amelia any attention.Until she is asked to look after three very mischievous caticorns who make it their business to get Amelia in a world of trouble.Now EVERYONE is watching. And not in a good way!Sink your fangs into Amelia's other howlingly hilarious adventures:Amelia Fang and the Barbaric BallAmelia Fang and the Unicorn LordsAmelia Fang and the Memory ThiefAmelia Fang and the Half-Moon HolidayAmelia Fang and the Lost Yeti TreasuresAmelia Fang is perfect for readers of 7+ and fans of Witch Wars, The Worst Witch and Isadora MoonWhen she''s not trying to take over the world or fighting sock-stealing monsters, Laura Ellen Anderson is a professional children''s book author & illustrator, wTrade ReviewThe perfect mix of funny, foul and fearful ', Metro 'Brilliantly imagined . . . laugh-out-loud funny', Sunday Express

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Book SynopsisThe brand new must-read middle-grade novel from the author of super-spooky Crater Lake. Perfect for 9+ fans of R.L.Stine's Goosebumps and Stranger Things. It's Colette's birthday and the friends are spending an evening at Neon Perch an epic entertainment spot where they can eat pizza, play mini golf and best of all take part in Project Z an epic new escape room experience. It's going to be the best night ever!Or is it . . . ?Somehow, the escape room somehow seems to know each player's greatest fears. And worst of all, there are creatures locked up with them. Creatures from their darkest nightmares . . . giant, poisonous RATS!Deliciously scary and hilarious comedy-horror, perfectly pitched for eight-plus.The Guardian on Dread WoodTrade Review'Imagine a book that serves up those super-spooky vibes that kids love… horrors galore, a delicious dollop of black comedy and a bunch of spiky classmates with a murky, rat-infested mystery to solve . . . Killick is a slick and sassy storyteller… she knows just how far to take her heart-stopping tales of cool comedy and scary horror as she pumps up the action and lets loose her rich imagination. Just be prepared to read this gorgeous, gigglesome chiller-thriller in one sitting!’ Lancashire Post 'Massive kudos to our horror queen, Jennifer Killick, who once again raises the bar for scares and suspense . . . her storytelling is fast-paced and twisty but she still manages to keep it light and hilarious in those darker moments.' Check ‘Em Out Books review, December 2023 Praise for the Dread Wood series: “Brilliantly creepy fun for young horror fans, with an unexpectedly moving ending.” – iNews “Jennifer Killick’s talent for horror and humour is blended brilliantly here as the spiky dialogue, unstoppable pace and genuinely menacing atmosphere build to a tremendous climax”– Daily Mail “Deliciously scary and hilarious comedy-horror, perfectly pitched for eight-plus.” The Guardian “This is Killick’s best book yet; think ‘The Breakfast Club’ meets ‘Stranger Things’, making great use of her talent for comic dialogue and her astute eye for just the right kind of scary for this age group.” – Editor’s Choice, The Bookseller Jennifer has, yet again, upped the level of stylishly slick, sinister storylines and honed her clever range of shock / comedy techniques – from the laugh-out-loud, nose-snortingly funny moments, to the cheekily edgy asides, to the poignant warm-hearted, gentle, fun scenes she does so well. - ReadingZone (Book of the Day, February 16th 2022)

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Book SynopsisAmal is a 16-year-old Melbourne teen with all the usual obsessionsabout boys, chocolate and Cosmo magazine. She's also a Muslim,struggling to honour the Islamic faith in a society that doesn'tunderstand it. The story of her decision to shawl up and its attendentanxieties (like how much eyeliner to wear) is funny, surprisingand touching.

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Book Synopsis*Squid Game at an American High School - the twisty YA thriller that everyone will be talking about in 2023.*Twelve girls. Three rounds. One ultimate prize . . . for the last one left alive.Edgewater Academy is a school for the very rich and very powerful.Adina Walker is neither of those things. Alone and outcast, when she gets into a fight with a fellow student (and former friend), her scholarship to a top college is revoked, and her world falls apart.Until she''s invited to The Finish.Annual games for the brightest and the best, hosted by power-family The Remingtons, the winning prize for The Finish is everything Adina wants. This is her chance at the life she''s dreamed of.Then the contestants start to die.Love, revenge, pride - all are on the line. This isn''t a game any more . . .Horrific and engrossing in equal measure, THEIR VICIOUS GAMES is also a thoughtful and clever comme

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Book SynopsisBeing BAD has never felt so GOOD! The first in a villainously funny, highly illustrated young middle-grade series from author-illustrator Ryan Hammond. For fans of Amelia Fang, Dog Man and Grimwood. Don't miss the second installment, How to Steal a Dragon, out in October 2023, and the third installment, How to Win the Gruesome Games, out in April 2024! ‘Frightfully fun – Villains Academy had me cackling from the very first page!’ Katie Tsang, co-author of the Dragon Realm series ‘I loved the spookily funny Villains Academy. It's a work of (evil) genius!’ Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of RoarWelcome to Villains Academy – the most prestigious villain school in the ENTIRE land. You will either leave here as a fully-formed villain . . . or in tatters. It'

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Book SynopsisIt's Christmas Eve, and Miss Clavel and her charges are all in bedwith colds. All except Madeline, who answers the door to a rug-seller. But when she discovers that the rug-seller is also a magician,the little girls are whisked away on a magic Christmas carpetride!

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Book SynopsisMaya and Rose won't talk to each other.Even though they are sisters.Not since the accident.Maya is running wild, and Rose doesn't know what to do.Now Maya and Rose have to go away together on a week-long school journey. But will the trip - and a life-threatening adventure - fix their relationship... or break it for good?An uplifting story of family, forgiveness, and finding out who you are, from the author of the highly-acclaimed Ella on the Outside.Praise for Ella on the Outside:"A perfectly-pitched, thoughtful story with a big heart." - Katherine Woodfine, author of The Clockwork Sparrow"It's impossible not to root for Ella to be brave and make the right decisions, and the urge to find out whether she will powers this warm, considered and entertaining novel." - BookTrustAlso by Cath Howe:Ella on the OutsideHow to be Me

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Book SynopsisPainting brings joy in a moment of grief in this moving and ultimately uplifting story inspired by the childhood of French portrait artist Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun. Elisabeth loves to paint, just like her papa. She spends hours making her own pictures of everything she sees – and the more colourful, the better! But when she goes away to school, she finds herself in a world of grey: grey buildings, grey uniforms, grey rooms. She misses Papa and all the colours of home. And one winter morning, she gets some terrible news that makes her days darker than ever before. Will Elisabeth be able to find the colour and joy in her life again? A touching tale about friendship, family and finding joy in the darkest of times. Inspired by the childhood of French portrait artist Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun.Trade Review"A small, elegant triumph" – The Times, Children's Book of the Week "Woodfine's beautifully handled tale of finding life and colour amidst the darkest of times is a moving, uplifting read" – Waterstones "An enchanting and engaging treasure of a story" – Historian Next Door "Wonderful on so many levels … The story covers separation and grief in a gentle, sensitive way and would be perfect for anyone wanting or needing books around these issues. As an educationalist I cannot recommend this book highly enough" – NetGalley review

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Book SynopsisThe seventh book in the brilliant Roald Dahl Funny Prize winning BARRY LOSER Loserseries. Perfect forreaders aged 7 years + and fansof Diary of a Wimpy Kid,Tom Gates and Dennis the Menace.It's only a few days into the half-term holidays and Barry''s dad has already had enough of him! He's packing Barry off to Pirate Camp, the same one he used to be sent to every year. Barry's not impressed he's not a baby anymore, so why should he have to go to a camp for kiddywinkles? But horrible things are afoot at Pirate Camp it's been taken over by the villainous Morag, and now its future's in doubt. There's only one thing to do: Barry and his new friends Sally Bottom and Renard Dupont have to uncover the hidden treasure of Mogden Island Don''t miss the other hilarious books by Jim Smith: I am not a Loser, I am still not a Loser, I am so over being a Loser, I am sort of a Loser, Barry Loser and the holiday of doom, Barry Loser and the case of the crumpled carton, Barry Loser''s ultimate book of Trade ReviewThe review of the eight-year-old boy in our house . . . "Can I keep it to give to a friend?' Best recommendation you can get', Observer 'Hugely enjoyable surreal chaos', Guardian 'I laughed so much that I thought I was going to burst!', Finbar, aged 9

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Book SynopsisAn original middle-grade graphic novel from Graphix starring Brooklyn'sSpider-Man, Miles Morales, by bestsellingauthor Justin A. Reynolds and Eisner nominee Pablo Leon!

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Book SynopsisWho is the mysterious bloodstained man who stops their coach? Why is no one around when Lance and the rest of Year Six arrive at the brand new Crater Lake activity centre? But this is just the beginning of the school trip from hell; a fight for survival that sees five pupils band together to save their classmates from an alien fate far worse than death. But whatever happens, they must Never. Ever. Fall asleep!

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Book SynopsisIt was an ordinary morning when the ordinary boy woke up, and it was an ordinary journey to school - but then Mr Gee bounced into the classroom and everything changed. Mr Gee plays rousing music which thunders around the classroom, and asks what it makes them think of. The dull grey world has been transformed into one of colour and excitement. 'Write a story about it!' laughs Mr Gee. And the ordinary boy began to write: the words just tumbled out of him pell-mell. And the places he went to, and the things he saw were extraordinary!Trade Review"Inspiring" * Sunday Times *"A poetic rhapsody on the power of music." * Independent *"Literally too wonderful for words." -- Jane Doonan * T.E.S. *

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Book SynopsisJamie's desperate to become Highwood School's star football player. But after he wrecks his chances at the trials, the pressure'son to prove himself. Dan Freedman is a hot new talent headed straightfor the Premier League!

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Book Synopsis''I absolutely love Snow Foal it''s so truthful, tender and touching. A book to read in a day and remember for a lifetime.'' Dame Jacqueline WilsonThe perfect children''s book to curl up with and begin the new year.A beautiful and heart-wrenching middle grade debut for kids aged 9 to 11, full of love, healing, friendship and hope. Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson''s Tracey Beaker, Cathy Cassidy, Pax and Gill Lewis.When eleven-year-old Addie goes to stay with a foster family on a remote Exmoor farm in the midst of a very cold winter, she is full of hurt, anger and a deep mistrust of everyone around her. Until one day, when she rescues a tiny wild foal from the moorland snow and Addie discovers that perhaps she's not so alone after all.And as adventure and unexpected friendship blossom, Addie is determined that both of them will know what is to be home again soon A beautifully written, warm read for anyone looking for a gorgeous family book to read together and to capture the imagTrade ReviewI absolutely love Snow Foal – it's so truthful, tender and touching. A book to read in a day and remember for a lifetime (Dame Jacqueline Wilson, author of Tracy Beaker) A beautiful book with a big heart (Gill Lewis, author of Sky Hawk) How much my daughter and I enjoyed Snow Foal! It's a gripping sensitively written book' (Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar) A mesmerising new voice about a girl that deserves to be heard (Joanna Nadin) One of my most highly-anticipated reads of the year (Hana Tooke, author of The Unadoptables) Snow Foal shines out with compassion and understanding for the children at its heart. Susanna's writing is delicate and beautifully understated (Julia Green) A tender, lyrical tale for a cold winter's night that will lift the spirits and warm the heart (Steve Voake)

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Book SynopsisPrepare to be spellbound by Jim Kay's dazzling full-colour illustrations in this stunning new collector's edition of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. With paint, pencil and pixels, Kay conjures the wizarding world as we have never seen it before. Breathtaking scenes, dark themes and unforgettable characters including Dobby and Gilderoy Lockhart await inside as Harry and his friends, now in their second year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, seek out a legendary chamber and the deadly secret that lies at its heart This beautiful, deluxe edition features an opulent page size and an exclusive pull-out double gatefold; 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 Potter fan, collector or bibliophile.Trade ReviewSeeing 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 *Kay’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 * Praise for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Illustrated Edition, Telegraph *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 * Praise for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Illustrated Edition, Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisTwo very different boys, one new family, a shared struggle and a big secret. Tommy is talented, cool, a young offender, and dyslexic. Ryan is smart, uncool, well-behaved, and dyslexic. The two develop an unlikely friendship. As Ryan helps Tommy to read, a secret is revealed that will change their lives forever. Prize-winning Malcolm Duffy's third novel explores the joys and challenges of dyslexia in a story full of his hallmark heart and humour. For 12+. Reviews for Read Between the Lies: 'A grippingly unfolding domestic drama... The book's two engaging narrators learn and teach the value of empathy with others' Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week 'An honest, open family drama shining a light on dyslexia' Sunday Express 'An engaging book for young readers... with lies, secrets, and dyslexia at the heart of the story'Armadillo MagazineTrade ReviewA grippingly unfolding domestic drama... The book's two engaging narrators learn and teach the value of empathy with others * Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week *An honest, open family drama shining a light on dyslexia * Sunday Express *An engaging book for young readers... with lies, secrets, and dyslexia at the heart of the story * Armadillo Magazine *'A funny, raw and heartfelt teen story that sensitively explores the impact of dyslexia’ -- Chris Soul, reviewer and teacherWell-paced and highly engaging, readers will be surprised by more than one satisfying twist * BookTrust, Book of the Month *This brilliant story about a blended family also explores the joys and challenges of dyslexia * The Week Junior *This book has very real, appealing characters – and lots of extremely funny moments * Scotsman *

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Book SynopsisFrom the winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, the Best Book forYounger Readers - Red House Children's Book Award, the WaterstonesChildren's Book Prize 5 - 12 year-olds and the Blue Peter BestStory Book Award 2013, comes the book that will get kids DOODLINGlike never before!A fantastic companion to the bestselling Tom Gates series.

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Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated, wittily observed picture book about kindness, empathy and friendship from the award-winning Rebecca Cobb. Hello Friend! tells the story of one big-hearted and enthusiastic little girl who is insistent on making friends with a certain little boy. And why wouldn't he want to be friends with her? She's very good at sharing - even if it's a sandwich that he doesn't like. And she's certain that playing outside is their favourite thing to do, even if he is not so sure. But while he doesn't seem keen on many of the things that she loves to do, there is one thing he's very keen on after all . . . being friends.Also available from Rebecca Cobb: Lunchtime, Aunt Amelia and The Something.Trade Review[Rebecca] Cobb's illustrations capture the joy of childhood * Sunday Times *This funny and cheerful picture book tells one story in the text and another in the easy-to-read pictures, as an overenthusiastic little girl is determined to befriend a reluctant boy at playgroup. But a twist shows friendliness is to be recommended. * Sunday Times *There is a lovely warmth saturating Rebecca Cobb’s Hello Friend!, in which a rosy-cheeked protagonist plays zealously with a less enthusiastic pal, building towers, sharing lunch and banging a tambourine. At last, a small farewell smile shows that she has won him over, and the next day he is as excited as she is. A charming look at playground dynamics that effortlessly evokes pre-schooler feelings of being excited and overwhelmed * The Guardian *Friendship and optimism are what Rebecca Cobb’s Hello Friend! (Macmillan, £11.99, 3+) addresses, with typical insight, wit and graphic elegance. A little blonde girl insists on befriending a shy brown-haired boy at nursery, relentlessly offering him things he doesn’t like. She risks rejection – but triumphs. * New Statesman *look amazing for teaching about friendship and empathy to younger readers. Perfect for Nursery, reception and Key Stage 1 classes! * the Reader Teacher *Rebecca Cobb uses minimal text with great clarity and precision in this warm-hearted picture book about making friends. It’s a perfect read for little ones starting school or nursery who might be a bit nervous, reassuring them that there will be lots of other children who want to make friends. Cobb’s hugely expressive coloured pencil and ink illustration has just the right warmth and cuteness while ably showing the anxiety of the shyer child too. This is a subtly emotional picture book, perfect for adults to use to talk about feelings and fears as well as friendships and consent. * BookTrust *Cobb always perfectly captures the joys and uncertainties of childhood with her observant eye and warm heart. [...] Brimming with Cobb’s trademark rich colours, irresistible playfulness and the spirit of adventure that has made her one of the nation’s favourite author/illustrators, this creative, clever and utterly charming picture book is destined to be another family favourite! * Lancashire Evening Post *Let’s just say the ending is heart-warming and this is a delightful tale about first friendships * BookBairn *Which is simply brilliant! A comic tale of a girl who makes a new friend... Even if she is slightly over bearing and dominating! The ending where her friend comes running to greet her and his shy face becomes a smile is amazing! -- Dean BoddingtonThe story is told from the perspective of the little girl and the simple phrases so accurately depict a child’s thought process. The illustrations show the little boy’s perspective and the combination is very powerful indeed. Rebecca has captured the childhood experiences of making friends, feeling shy and insecure, as well as growing in confidence and befriending others. This would be a brilliant book to share with children who are about to start in new schools, nurseries, child-minders and pre-schools -- Picture Book Perfect

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Book SynopsisThe fifth book in the SUPER (like, actually, with powers and stuff) new series for readers aged 7+ from the amazingly talented illustrator and author Sophy Henn! Brimming with Sophy's hilarious illustrations, this is the perfect read for fans of Dork Diaries, Tom Gates, Amelia Fang, Wimpy Kid and Dog Man.BEING A SUPERHERO IS THE BEST THING EVER, RIGHT? WRONG!Everyone’s favourite 9¾-year-old reluctant superhero is back, and she’s facing her biggest challenge yet . . . EVERYONE (and EVERYTHING)! Will it all prove too much? Will Pizazz manage to keep using her powers for good? Or will this push her over the edge to . . . THE DARK SIDE?Praise for Pizazz:“A SPECTACULAR superhero story that fizzes with fun on every page!” – Liz Pichon, author of the bestselling TOM GATES series.“Blocky comic-style panels, a f

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Book SynopsisA passionate, hilarious and heartfelt YA romcom debut full of juicy secrets and leap-off-the-page chemistry about how we choose to live our lives and what it means to live your truth. For fans of To All the Boys I've Loved Before and The Sun is Also a Star.Trade ReviewNow to the YA section of the list! This book has everything; a messy, lovable and relatable main character who's finding herself, a loyal, powerful, takes-no-shit best friend and a sexy, complicated love interest who puts in the work to be worthy of his crush. It has pace, it has drama, it has meaningful glances between its main characters. . .I could not put it down. -- Bad Form Review * Bad From Review *

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Book SynopsisMax is a mole on a mission. With Helena Hippo and June Bug by his side, Max must stop the Goldfishfinger from stealing the priceless, solid gold fish-finger. This dangerous, top-secret mission will involve explosions, a naked mole rat, and being flushed down a GIANT toilet. Will Max and the team defeat the fiendish fish?

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Book SynopsisThe third unputdownable mystery in the thrilling and bestselling SCARLET AND IVY series, perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE, SINCLAIR'S MYSTERIES and THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL.Is someone out for the ultimate revenge at Rookwood School?With their evil headmaster, Mr Bartholomew, safely out of the picture and kindly Mrs Knight in charge, life at Rookwood is looking up. There''s a ballet recital that Scarlet is desperate to star in, and more clues to uncover about the twins'' mother.But after their beloved ballet teacher Miss Finch suddenly disappears and the mysterious Madame Zelda takes her place, strange things start happening. Poison letters are circulating the school, and ''accidents'' are plaguing the students. It seems that the girls are in danger once moreDiscover the complete SCARLET AND IVY series, with six mesmerising mysteries to dive into.A true page-turning, nail-biting mystery' Guardian Children's Reviews on SCARLET AND IVYTrade 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 SynopsisHilarious observational humour and witty social commentary combine in this debut comedy of an alien reluctantly coming to Earth to "fix" the mess that humans have made of her school project.When alien "Sky" creates planet Earth as part of a school project, she''s delighted by her success. Those dinosaurs roaming about the place are top-mark material! Then humans sweep in and it''s farewell dinosaurs, hello destruction. This disappointing evolutionary twist calls for drastic measures: Sky, the laziest student in class, is going to have make an effort, go down to Earth and fix humanity...

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Book SynopsisIn 2007, Diary of a Wimpy Kid was published, introducing readers to Greg Heffley and his family, his best friend Rowley Jefferson, and the dreaded Cheese Touch.More than 250 million copies later, Diary of a Wimpy Kid has become a beloved book all around the world. and now, for the first time ever, Greg''s diary - um, make that journal - is coming to life in a full-colour, 3D animated Disney+ production.Whether you''re meeting Greg for the first time or you''re a lifelong fan of Jeff Kinney''s hilarious series, you''ll love diving into the Wimpy Kid universe.

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Book SynopsisSam has been best friends with Cal, Fin and Jay for EVER. They're all about to move up to a new school together - scary but exciting. But then he overhears them saying they're not going to put him on their Friends Lists! So Sam will be stuck in a different tutor group with a lot of kids he doesn't know. Help!How can Sam convince them to change their minds?Can he keep on hiding his new friendship with weird' new boy Zak Monroe?And what will happen when these two sides of Sam's life collide?

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Book SynopsisRidonkulously funny and every kid should get their hooter into this Total Winner of graphic novel' JENNY PEARSON,The Super Miraculous Journey of Freddie YatesHugely enjoyable, surreal chaos' GUARDIAN on Barry Loser''The review of the 8-year-old boy in our house,Can I keep it to give to a friend? Best recommendation you can get' OBSERVERBrand new adventures for Barry Loser in this new series of full colour graphic novels from the author of My Big Fat Smelly Poo Diary perfect for fans of DogMan and Bunny vs MonkeyBarry Loser is back! And his adventures are even dafter than before!Dads turning onto vending machines, grown ups stories that send you to sleep and so much more!3 short brilliantly bit-size full colour graphic novel storiesFull of adventure, silliness, friendship and fun!Bonus how to draw' sections to help you make your own comic books!In the first book, Barry has had enough of being a loser and wants to prove he's a Total Winner, but when his parents ban him from gaming he has to think outside of the box Barry also has a new cat called French Fries the keelest cat ever amen.Have you got all of Jim Smith's amazekeel books?Barry Loser: I am not a loserBarry Loser: I am still not a loserBarry Loser: I am so over being a loserBarry Loser: I am sort of a loserBarry Loser and the holiday of doomBarry Loser and the case of the crumpled cartonBarry Loser hates half termBarry Loser and the birthday billionsBarry Loser: worst school trip ever!Barry Loser is the best at football NOTBarry Loser and the trouble with petsMy dad is a loser free ebookMy mum is a loser free ebookFuture Ratboy and the attack of the killer robot granniesFuture Ratboy and the invasion of the nom-nomsFuture Ratboy and the quest for the missing thingyThe Super Weird MysteriesDanger at Donut DinerAttack of the Haunted LunchboxMy Pencil Case is a Time MachineJim Smith's books have sold 840k copies in the English language, and sold in 17 territories. He won the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, the Scholastic Lollies award, was shortlisted for the Waterstones prize, and had a World Book Day book.Trade Review‘Ridonkulously funny and every kid should get their hooter into this Total Winner of graphic novel’ – Jenny Pearson, bestselling author of The Super Miraculous Journey of Freddie Yates Praise for the Barry Loser series: ‘Hugely enjoyable, surreal chaos’ Guardian ‘What’s not to love?’ Sun ‘Brilliantly illustrated stories brimming with humour, both gross-out and surreal.’ Jo Simmons ‘The review of the 8-year-old boy in our house . . . “Can I keep it to give to a friend?” Best recommendation you can get’ Observer ‘Brilliantly illustrated stories brimming with humour, both gross-out and surreal.’ Jo Simmons ‘Will make you laugh out loud, cringe and snigger at the same time’ LoveReading4Kids ‘If you love Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid, you’ll love these too!’ Sam, aged 10 ‘I laughed so much I thought I was going to burst!’ Finbar, aged 9

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Book SynopsisGorgeously written and oh-so-deeply felt - Nicola Yoon, author of Everything Everything and The Sun is Also a StarFrom the author of the New York Times bestseller All the Bright Places comes a heart-wrenching story about what it means to see (and love) someone for who they truly are. Everyone thinks they know Libby Strout.I know the part I want to play here at MVB High. I want to be the girl who can do anything.Once dubed ''America''s Fattest Teen'', she is only seen for her weight. Not the girl underneath.Since her mum''s death she''s been picking up the pieces in private, alone with her heartbroken father.But now, Libby is ready. She''s ready for high school, for new friends, for love and for every possibility life has to offer.Everyone thinks they know Jack Masselin too.Be charming. Be hilarious. Don''t get too close to anyone.Yes, he''s got swagger, but he''s also mastered the art of fitting in.What no one knows is that Jack has a secret: he can''t recognize faces. Even his own brothers are strangers to him.He''s the guy who can re-engineer and rebuild anything, but he can''t understand what''s going on with the inner workings of his own brain. When Jack and Libby meet, they discover that the more time they spend together, the less alone they feel.Trade ReviewNiven creates two indelible characters and a heart-stopping romance * Publishers Weekly *Gorgeously written and oh-so-deeply felt * Nicola Yoon, author of Everything, Everything *A love story that will give you all the feels * Seventeen Magazine *A remarkable read * Teen Vogue *Niven is adept at creating characters . . . [Libby's] courage and body-positivity make for a joyful reading experience * The New York Times *

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Book SynopsisThe second hilarious adventure in the Worst Witch series.''I wonder,'' said Miss Cackle, ''if there is any hope for you in this Academy, Mildred.''It''s the Summer Term at Miss Cackle''s Academy for Witches and disaster-prone, trainee witch Mildred Hubble is in deep trouble again - all because of the new girl Enid Nightshade, who isn''t nearly as sweet and innocent as she looks...''Millions of young readers have fallen under the spell of Jill Murphy''s Worst Witch'' - Sunday Express There are 8 Worst Witch stories to collect: The Worst WitchThe Worst Witch Strikes AgainA Bad Spell for the Worst WitchThe Worst Witch All at SeaThe Worst Witch Saves the DayThe Worst Witch to the RescueThe Worst Witch and the Wishing StarFirst Prize for the Worst WitchTrade ReviewMillions of young readers have fallen under the spell of Jill Murphy's Worst Witch—Sunday Express

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Book SynopsisWorld of Norm author Jonathan Meres returns to Barrington Stoke with a middle-grade canine adventure. Someone new is joining the class at Wigley Primary … He's got four legs, a big bark and shaggy golden curls! Nora, Lou, Marty, Josh and the other children love having Noodle the Doodle at school. He listens when they read him stories, he sings along in music class and he even delivers messages to the other classroom … or at least, he tries to! So when Mr Reed announces that they're taking a school trip to the seaside, they're thrilled that Noodle will be coming too. But the beach is an exciting place for a dog – perhaps too exciting. Will Noodle be on his best behaviour or will the whole trip end in chaos? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+Trade Review"Jonathan Meres clearly understands children as well as he understands dogs … young readers will very much enjoy sharing Noodle's adventures" – LoveReading4Kids "Delightfully funny and with super illustrations, this book will have children giggling away" – My Shelves Are Full, blog "Full of fun, excitement and outright giddiness" – Kate Heap, Scope for Imagination "Short and sweet and filled with humour which left me with a smlle on my face … 5 out of 5 stars" – Worlds Smallest Library, blog

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Book SynopsisBy award-winning Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho, a chunky board book special addition to the Luna Loves... series. Today is all about books, and Luna has the whole day planned... Dress up as her favourite book character: a unicorn! Meet an author and an illustrator. Buy a new book. But - disaster! - Luna the Unicorn's costume has ripped! Can Dad come to the rescue with some special book magic? A special addition to the Luna Loves... series celebrates the magic of books to bring families and friends together - and sometimes save the day! Other books in the Luna Loves... series: Luna Loves Library Day Luna Loves Art Luna Loves DanceTrade Review"Captures children’s magic at entering the world of a story" * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisKakeru’s been in love with his childhood best friend, Yamato, for years. But believingthat the handsome, popular Yamato would never feel the same way, he’s thrown for aloop when Yamato confesses that he would be bothered if Kakeru got a girlfriend. Willthose words be enough to reach Kakeru’s heart...?

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Book SynopsisA white supremacist group and its violent leader targets teenage Josh, who is struggling to cope with his father's recent death at the hands of terrorists. Will he find the strength to resist, or will his unlikely relationship with Dana give them both the escape that they so badly need? An unflinching and muscular exploration of grief, and what we plant in the spaces that loss leaves inside us, Grow is a tense and compelling novel of our current social landscape.

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Book SynopsisFrom the million-copy bestselling author of THE PARENT AGENCY and BIRTHDAY BOY comes a wildly entertaining wish-fulfilment adventure that asks the question: what would happen if the strictest head teacher swapped bodies with the naughtiest kid in school?Strictest head ÷ naughtiest boy = chaos.Bracket Wood is about to be visited by the school inspectors. But there's one big problem: Ryan Ward.The maestro of practical jokes, Ryan has played so many tricks that in the end the Head Teacher just walks out. And then the new Head Teacher, Mr Carter, arrives. A man so strict even the teachers are scared of him. So imagine his surprise and Ryan's when they swap bodies.Now Ryan is Head Teacher and his mortal enemy is one of his pupils. It's every naughty kid's dream!But soon Bracket Wood School is in a total mess and only its worst ever pupil can fix itTrade ReviewReviews for The Person Controller: “A perfect combination of humour, magic and a happy ending.” Charlotte Norman, Waterstones Bookseller “A real page turner… a compelling story with relatable characters and meaningful life lessons." Huffington Post Reviews for The Parent Agency: “Funny, sometimes moving, always engaging” Guardian “I love this book because it really made me laugh! The best book I’ve read since I was born!” Tom, 11, LoveReading4Kids “Exciting and funny – I didn't want to put it down!” Daisy, 10, LoveReading4Kids

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Book SynopsisBlizz wants to build the perfect snowman. But things go wrong when the other Weather Tots try to help. Can they find a way of working together?

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Book SynopsisBe careful what you wish for! Lovable but disaster-prone Mildred Hubble is possibly the worst ever trainee witch to darken the doors of Miss Cackle''s Academy for Witches.Mildred makes a wish on a shooting star and to her great surprise it comes true! Mildred''s wish-come-true is a small dog but how can she keep him a secret from her friends, and especially the formidable Miss Hardbroom? . . .The Worst Witch and The Wishing Star is the seventh adventure in Jill Murphy''s hilarious Worst Witch series full of fun, magic and mayhem.Trade ReviewA wonderful zany story * Daily Telegraph *Jill Murphy is one of the most engaging writers and illustrators for children in the land * Observer *

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