Children’s / Teenage fiction: School stories

Book SynopsisAn entirely original and much needed authentic perspective from a teenager coming to terms with her disability as she's coming of age.Ven has her future all planned out. Her dance group is going places and so is she . . . Then she collapses. On stage.In hospital, Ven discovers that she has a medical condition one that threatens to ruin everything. No more dancing . . . walking is challenging enough. But she doesn't want your pity. Ven is determined to have a big, exciting life. Sure, her future might be different, but it's not over . . . Because if you can't dance, you can always sing!Refreshing, uplifting and original, Sing if you Can't Dance is the unforgettable story of a teenager living life on her own terms.

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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!Laid-back Amber is having the best time joking around on their school trip to The Shining Sea. Flash, her dolphin, wishes she'd pay more attention! Then the evil Mal Mer show up with a horrible plan. Amber and Flash will have to work together to carry out a daring rescue!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 Maya and Rainbow.

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Book SynopsisA spellbinding supernatural teen drama and sequel to All Our Hidden Gifts.Maeve and her friends have revealed their powers and banded together as a coven: Roe can pick locks, Lily sends sparks flying, Maeve can read minds and Fiona can heal any injury. And even better than their newfound talents? Roe and Maeve are officially an item.But with strange things happening at school, and old enemies appearing in new places, it soon becomes clear their powers are attracting all the wrong attention. It's not long before Maeve's gift start to wane, drained by someone or something that's hiding even from her second sight...The brilliant second installment in the Hidden Gifts series, with further titles to come.Praise for All Our Hidden GiftsSo gripping, so intriguing, so layered All Our Hidden Gifts feels like a book that should have always existed. Kiran Millwood HargraveA seductive and brilTrade ReviewO’Donoghue is wonderfully attuned to the delights and agonies of adolescence. The emotional intelligence of this book, and its grasp of how friendships can be a source of fierce love and tremendous pain at different times, is what stands out here; every detail rings true. This series is Ireland’s answer to Buffy the Vampire Slayer; I adore it. -- Claire Hennessy * The Irish Times *A great blend of witchy drama and nuanced teenage relationships. * The i *The world O’Donoghue has built with its poky but believable small Irish town and distinct magic system is a pleasure to spend time in. Teen readers will love this series – but adults might learn a thing or two as well. * Irish Business Post *a book that bewitches the reader * Armadillo *Handling all the classic teenage themes of isolation, sex, feeling different and even self-sabotage with a wonderfully realistic and down-to-earth approach O’Donoghue refuses to condescend to her audience. It’s with a lightness of hand that she sketches this time of transition and self-identification, capturing the terror of making what we think are life-altering choices at 17.Brave, but incredibly relatable, these teens are written with wit, honesty and great authenticity.With great heart and empathy, O’Donoghue takes the second book in a more mature direction, but the magic of the first (All Our Hidden Gifts) remains with deeper, more intimate explorations of relationships, traumas and how finding yourself can sometimes feel like losing yourself at first…truly spellbinding. * The Irish Independent *

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Book SynopsisMystery-lover Libby is excited but nervous when she's sent to live with her aunt while her mother is working abroad. Aunt Agatha is the headmistress of an extraordinary travelling school that moves from country to country. Libby joins it in Paris, where she is just starting to find her feet when her aunt is arrested, accused of a daring jewel robbery. Can Libby and her new best friend Connie find the real thief and save her aunt? Illustrated by Becka Moor.

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Book Synopsis''I really am quite useless as a wizard.''But Class Three thinks Mr Majeika is an excellent wizard, particularly when his spells go wrong! First Hamish Bigmore ends up on TV, then a real giant appears in the school play. And finally Mr Majeika gets the whole class lost on a magic carpet! There''s always an adventure with Mr Majeika around...Trade ReviewDelightful * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisThe third hilarious accidental diary from Billie Upton Green (don''t call her BUG!)Ideal for fans of Tom Gates, or Pamela Butchart''s books . . . a wonderful new series - The Week JuniorFun, funny, inclusive and warm-hearted, these books are pure, cheery joy - Sophie AndersonThere''s an exciting addition to the Upton Green family (and it''s not whatever Mr Paws has left on the living room carpet...).But getting a new little sister isn''t nearly as straightforward as Billie expects. Why are there so many rules? It''s been weeks and weeks, and she still hasn''t been able to hold the baby up at Show & Tell.Luckily, the school musical is in full swing, giving Billie the perfect distraction. She just needs to watch out for Painy Janey, who has her eyes on the main part and doesn''t care what gets in her way...Trade ReviewThis cheery, highly illustrated diary story, more rooted in contemporary reality than Liz Pichon's Tom Gates books, is the first in a series that's sure to find devoted fans. * The Guardian *A sparky, funny new series perfect for fans of Diary of A Wimpy Kid. * Daily Mail *Ideal for fans of Tom Gates, or Pamela Butchart's books . . . a wonderful new series. * The Week Junior *I really enjoyed reading the adventures of Billie Upton Green (not Bug!!)! Billie is a delightful and relatable character, and her escapades are both funny and heart-warming. I particularly enjoyed the inclusivity in the text, and it's a real joy to see such positive LGBTQ+ representation in children's books. Jen has written a real treat for younger readers, and the artwork is fabulous, too! * L. D. Lapinski, The Strangeworlds Travel Agency *Readers will love Billie's adventures, and her funny, doodle-filled way of sharing them, as much as they love the Dork Diaries or Wimpy Kid stories, and it's great too to see such a warm celebration of diverse family life. * Andrea, LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisWant to know what happened to Elle and Noah straight after the smash-hit Netflix film The Kissing Booth? Elle Evans always spends a perfect summer full of sun, sea and plenty of flirting at Lee and Noah''s beach house. And she can''t wait to hit the beach, even if this year, things are a little different...Elle is now officially dating hotter-than-hot Noah - it''s amazing, and Elle''s never been happier. But Noah''s leaving for Harvard at the end of the summer - and what will happen to them then?Meanwhile Lee''s new girlfriend, Rachel, is joining them for the summer. Elle and Lee have always been BFFs, but can everything stay the same with Rachel on the scene - and with Elle now dating Lee''s big brother?Can Elle have one last perfect summer with her two favourite boys?

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Book SynopsisA Jurassic-themed, rhyming picture book for children starting school! All through the land, little dinos were stirring. They opened their eyes and their brains started whirring. The BIG day is here, they thought from their beds - some leapt with excitement, some trembled with dread . . .Jewel the dinosaur is very nervous about her first day of school. There are so many new dinos to meet, the dining hall is noisy and her new classroom is so big! But as the day goes on, and Jewel settles into her new class and makes new friends, she realises that school isn''t that scary after all.With adorable illustrations by Loretta Schauer and rhyming, reassuring text, this fun starting-school picture book will encourage young readers to explore their own feelings or nerves around this big milestone so they can have a roar-some first day too!

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Book SynopsisThe Worst Witch All At Sea is the fourth hilarious adventure in The Worst Witch series. Mildred Hubble is in deep water on the school trip!Lovable but disaster-prone Mildred Hubble is possibly the worst ever trainee witch to darken the doors of Miss Cackle''s Academy for Witches.When the class goes for a week''s school trip to the seaside, Mildred can''t bear to leave behind her beloved cat, Tabby behind, so she smuggles him along. But keeping Tabby hidden leads Mildred into yet more trouble...''A wonderful zany story'' - Daily TelegraphLook out for more of Mildred''s disastrous adventures: The Worst Witch, The Worst Witch Strikes Again, A Bad Spell for the Worst Witch, The Worst Witch Saves the Day, The Worst Witch to the Rescue, The Worst Witch and the Wishing Star and First Prize for the Worst Witch. 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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Book SynopsisIn the city where Leon lives, superheroes are everywhere. So howdoes an ordinary kid who has no superpowers himself, become the superherohe wants to be? When all his classmates suddenly becomeobsessed with a new phone app that turns them into zombies, Leongets his chance to prove that using his brain and following his heartcan save the day.

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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 Synopsis**** WINNER OF THE BARKER BOOK AWARDS ****A heart-warming animal tale of bravery and friendship between a lost boy, a daring girl and the dog next door - from an author celebrated for her honest, heartfelt and inclusive stories. Perfect for fans of Hannah Gold''s The Last Bear and Carlie Sorosiak''s I, Cosmo.Marcus and Delilah couldn''t be more different.He is as big as she is tiny. As angry and lost as she is tremendous and brave.But they share a dream: to own a dog of their own.So when a mystery pup turns up in the empty house next door, Marcus can''t believe his luck. He visits him every night and names him Moon Dog. But it''s soon clear that Moon Dog is in danger, and when Marcus and Delilah discover a dark secret it will test their bravery and their friendship. Can they work together to save their dream dog?From the much-loved, award-winning auth

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Book SynopsisWinner of the 2020 Manga Taisho Grand Prize! A manga about the struggles and rewards of a life dedicated to art. Popular guy Yatora realizes he's just going through the motions to make other people happy and finds himself in a new passion: painting. But untethering yourself from all your past expectations is dangerous as well as thrilling... Yatora studies hard and gets good grades, and he parties hard, staying out late drinking and watching soccer with his friends. He checks all the boxes he needs to be the perfect high school student. But it all starts to feel empty, and he begins to wonder what part of his life expresses who he is...or even if he has a unique voice at all. Then he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirst-and he's about to learn how savage, unforgiving, and exhilirating creating art can be!

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of The Summer of Broken Rules comes a new coming-of-age romance about senior year, first love, and finding yourself.Lily Hopper has two more weeks until she's officially finished with boarding school. With graduation quickly approaching Lily is worried that she's somehow missed out on the fun of being in high school. So, when she receives a mysterious note inviting her to join the anonymous senior class Jester in executing the end-of-year prank, Lily sees her chance to put her goody-two-shoes reputation behind her.When Lily realizes the Jester is none other than Taggart Swell, her ex- boyfriend, she's already in too deep to back out. Lily might've dumped Tag, but she still has major feelings. Plus, his brilliant plan to steal the school's yearbooks, targets none other than Lilly's prom date: the Senior Class President, Daniel.As the group of pranksters hide cryptic clues across campus for Daniel to find, Lily and Tag find themselves in close quarters. As the exes dodge Campus Safety guards, night owl teachers, a troop of freshmen, and even Daniel himself, new sparks fly. But old hurts and painful secrets refuse to be ignored. And with graduation on the horizon, Lily can only hope that breaking the rules will help mend her heart.

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Book SynopsisEvery old object can find a new home in this cheerful tale about reusing and recycling, from award-winning author Anne Fine. Mr Frost's classroom is always in a mess, and now his class are on a mission to send all the things they don't need off to a charity shop – including the rubbish bin that falls over at the slightest touch! From books to old toys, they bring in all sorts of items to send away in the bin, but little do they know that what one person doesn't want might be just the thing someone else has been looking for. A fun and quirky tale on the wonders of recycling! Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+

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Book SynopsisTeamwork can help the dream work but what will happen when Scott has to play for the other side … the girls' team! Paul Stewart wraps up the action for the Dale Juniors in the climactic final instalment of the Football Mad series. Dale Juniors are three-time winners of the Langton Town football cup, but they’re about to face a whole new challenge: a charity match against the girls’ team. For Scott, Danny and Jack, the stakes are high. They’ve got to hold on to their reputation as winners or risk becoming the laughing stock of the whole school! But disaster strikes when the big day arrives. The girls are a player short, so Scott is forced to switch sides. He must decide where his loyalties lie – with his friends or with his team? The action continues on and off the pitch in the final instalment of the Football Mad series from bestselling author Paul Stewart.

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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 students at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Ivy loves her adventurous unicorn, Flame. They're having loads of fun exploring Unicorn Academy while they search for a mysterious hidden treasure!Ivy is over the moon when Flame starts to discover his magic, but he's struggling to control it! Can they learn how to use his Flame's magic safely before he breaks something that can't be fixed?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, Ava and Star, Isla and Buttercup, Evie and Sunshine and many more!

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Book SynopsisNoodle causes mayhem as Sports Day arrives at Wigley Primary – and a new friend adds even more mischief in this adorable canine caper from Jonathan Meres. Sports Day has arrived at Wigley Primary and everyone is excited to take part in unusual events like book balancing, frisbee tossing and seeing who can race in the most layers of clothes! Of course Noodle the doodle is desperate to join in all the fun, but when he gets a new partner-in-crime, Daniel the spaniel, are the canine capers going to spiral out of control or can Noodle win the day …?Trade Review"First prize as ever to the ever-imaginative storyteller Meres for this warm, wise and laughter-packed adventure which celebrates friendship, fun and finding your self-confidence." – Lancashire Evening Post "Fast-paced and anarchic… funny and relatable" School Reading List "Another paw-some instalment… Canine antics, plenty of school-based fun and a cracking class of children… It is without a doubt another tail-wagging success" – A Word About Books, blog

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Book SynopsisPrepare for Sports Day carnage as the Montagues and Capulets battle for the House Medal in this laugh-out-loud Shakespeare-inspired drama from Ross Montgomery. Top school athletes Dom and Blake have been best friends for ever – B and D, D-Dog and B-Unit, the Cool Combo … But with Sports Day approaching, their friendship is suddenly under threat. Mr Fortune, their headmaster, has pitted the school houses against each other by naming them after characters from his favourite Shakespearean play, Romeo and Juliet. With Dom in Montague House facing Blake from Capulet House, will B and D end the day as mortal enemies or will brotherly love prevail? Prepare for Sports Day carnage as the Montagues and Capulets battle it out for the House Medal in this laugh-out-loud Shakespeare-inspired drama from Ross Montgomery!Trade Review"Young readers will relate to the experiences in Fortune’s Fools and the engaging writing style and illustrations by Mark Beech ensure this introduction to one of literature’s most well known plays is appealing." – a Library Lady, Blog "Ross Montgomery continues his hilarious plundering of the Shakespeare canon … with plenty of high-octane silliness … As with previous books in the series, we get the bonus of full and part-page illustrations from Mark Beech who uses his cartoon skills to add an extra dose of bedlam to the proceedings." – Letterpress Project

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Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2023 WATERSTONES CHILDRENS BOOK PRIZE. 'FUNNY AND YUCKY..LIKELY TO BE A HIT READ ALOUD' Sunday Times, Book of the Week. Harvey is a small boy in a giant world. On stilts! When Harvey accidentally sets fire to his headteacher's trousers, Mum decides it's time for a BIG change and packs him off to Madame Bogbrush's School for Gifted Giants.But Harvey's not a giant. He's a boy on stilts. And if his classmates find out, they'll stomp him into a sandwich!- 'A GIANT triumph! A. F. STEADMAN, Skandar and the Unicorn Thief -'Vast in humour and heart. A giant of a book' ZILLAH BETHELL, The Shark Caller -'It's funny, it's silly and it's simply delightful. Fun with a giant-sized 'F' RASHMI SIRDESHPANDE, Never Show a T-Rex a Book --Packed with humour and heart' BOOKLOVER JO- 'It's epic. Massive fun, giant amounts of silliness and a huge heart. I loved every page of it.' TOM VAUGHAN, Bin BoyTrade ReviewA Sunday Times best Book of 2022: 'Funny and yucky with characterful caricatures by Rory Walker ... likely to be a hit read aloud. Expect a sequel involving vampires'. 'A funny, heartwarming delightful debut' The Bookseller A GIANT TRIUMPH! -A.F Steadman, Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. 'A totally original tall tale that's spurt-your-tea-out funny.' -Lucy Brandt, Leonora Bolt: Secret inventor

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Book SynopsisPlots, spies and inventors abound in an epic adventure set between London and Paris ... Mischief is afoot, and Queen Victoria is not amused. Her stalker must be stopped. Forget the cavalry – this is a job for Her Majesty’s League of Remarkable Young Ladies! The League’s newest recruit is Winifred Weatherby, a feisty girl-genius and gadget-maker. Winnie’s creations are remarkable, but is she clever enough to protect the Queen – and achieve her own dream of winning the top prize in Paris for young inventors . . . ? A debut Victorian romp and the winner of the Times/Chicken House Institution of Engineering and Technology Prize, 2021 A celebration of girls in STEM – and the hurdles they overcome Combines fact and fiction: the novel draws on real-life historical inventions and events Perfect for readers aged 9 and up

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Book SynopsisModern life means modern solutions, even to supernatural problems. So of course the government would have a classification system, special schools, and licenses for people with mysterious powersany manifestation of a miracle is enough to be called a Himiko, but only those with full certification may use the title of god. And high schooler Nagi is in serious need of a god! The death of her grandmother has left her family shrine devoid of the necessary divinity, and her hopelessly shut-in Himiko brother isn't looking promising. But if Nagi isn't careful, her search for a god might end with her finding more than she bargained for

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Book SynopsisA poignant coming-of-age story about a young woman coming into her own as she discovers her identity as aromantic asexual. When it comes to love, high schooler Chika wonders if she might be an alien. She's never fallen for or even had a crush on anyone, and she has no desire for physical intimacy. Her friends tell her that she just "hasn't met the one yet," but Chika has doubts... It's only when Chika enters college and meets peers like herself that she realizes there's a word for what she feels inside-asexual-and she's not the only one. After years of wondering if love was the answer, Chika realizes that the answer she long sought may not exist at allthat that's perfectly normal.

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Book SynopsisThe story of Annie - everyone''s favourite orphan - with an introduction by writer, actor and comedian Miranda Hart.It''s 1933 and for as long as she can remember, 11 year old Annie has believed that her mother and father would come back to her New York City orphanage to get her. But mean Miss Hannigan the headmistress is making Annie''s life a misery. So she runs away to find her parents - and along the way she rescues a friendly dog, meets millionaire Oliver Warbucks, and has a many scary and exciting adventures. Will kind-hearted Annie find a way to escape her hard-knock life?The author THOMAS MEEHAN is the playwright of the original Broadway play and he has expanded the story of the plucky little orphan in this classic American tale.Thomas Meehan was born in New York in 1929. He worked as a journalist for the New Yorker magazine and wrote comedy sketches for the satirical TV show, ''That Was the Week That Was''. He received a Tony Award for Annie in 1977, for The Producers in 2001 and in 2003 for the musical Hairspray. He currently lives in New York city and in Nantucket, Massachusetts.Also available in A Puffin Book: GOODNIGHT MISTER TOM and BACK HOME by Michelle Magorian CHARLOTTE''S WEB, STUART LITTLE and THE TRUMPET OF THE SWAN by E. B. White THE BORROWERS by Mary NortonSTIG OF THE DUMP by Clive KingROLL OF THUNDER, HEAR MY CRY by Mildred D. TaylorA DOG SO SMALL by Philippa PearceGOBBOLINO by Ursula Moray WilliamsMRS FRISBY AND THE RATS OF NIMH by Richard C O''BrienA WRINKLE IN TIME by Madeleine L''EngleTHE CAY by Theodore TaylorTARKA THE OTTER by Henry WilliamsonWATERSHIP DOWN by Richard AdamsSMITH by Leon GarfieldTHE NEVERENDING STORY by Michael EndeTHE FAMILY FROM ONE END STREET by Eve Garnett

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Book SynopsisTHE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVILis now a major motion picture from Netflix, starring Academy Award winner Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh,Cate Blanchett,and many more!A beautiful Collector's Edition of the first in the bestselling School for Good and Evil series perfect for gifting!Best friends Sophie and Agatha have been chosen to be students at the fabled School for Good and Evil, where ordinary boys and girls are trained to become fairy-tale heroes and villains.One will train for Good, taking classes in Princess Etiquette and Animal Communication. One will become Evil's new hope: learning Uglification and Death Curses.Sophie and Agatha think 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.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 SynopsisHitori Bocchi Gotoh may dream of becoming a rock legend, but she and the rest of Kessoku Band have a long way to go before they can pay the bills with their musical skills aloneand graduation is approaching fast. Thoughts of the future can wait, however, as all the employees of Starry are pitching in to throw Seika a birthday concert over the holidays! The girls have played plenty of shows at this point, so surely the added task of planning and organizing the event can't be that hard, right?!

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Book Synopsis''The teacher tapped his forehead. At last! the children cried!The answer, Sir''s, in your head...What a perfect place to hide''Jump into Allan Ahlberg''s playful world of poetry, perfect for primary school children.Shed a tear for The Boy Without A Name, discover the secrets to teachers (they NEVER leave the school!?) and try to solve the riddles of The Answer. Packed with rhythmic poetry and playful songs, this timeless collection has delighted children for generations.''Every desk should hide a copy; every staff room own one'' - The ObserverDiscover more school stories from Alan Ahlberg:Starting SchoolPlease Mrs BultlerTrade ReviewEvery desk should hide a copy; every staff room own one * Observer *

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Book SynopsisThere was once a cheeky little rabbit. You might know him already. When his mother told him, "Simon, tomorrow is your first day of school!" he replied,"I'm not going."Trade Review"Will tackle nerves head on as the little rabbit Simon (of bestselling Poo Bum fame) heads off for his first day." -- The Telegraph (UK)"Full of bright illustrations, large text … great for kids who are having a hard time adjusting to the idea of starting pre-school or school." -- CHILD Magazine (AU)"Bright colours and giant text make it a visual treat and Blake’s wobbly drawings could inspire little ones to copy her style … Simon is a brilliant character that deserves to reach a wide audience." -- Booktrust (UK)"Will tackle nerves head on as the little rabbit Simon (of bestselling Poo Bum fame) heads off for his first day." -- The Telegraph (UK)"Full of bright illustrations, large text … great for kids who are having a hard time adjusting to the idea of starting pre-school or school." -- CHILD Magazine (AU)"Bright colours and giant text make it a visual treat and Blake’s wobbly drawings could inspire little ones to copy her style … Simon is a brilliant character that deserves to reach a wide audience." -- Booktrust (UK)

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times best-selling author of Every Day, comes a touching, thoughtful and deeply romantic look at love and discovering your true self.YOU HAVE TO READ THIS' RAINBOW ROWELLThe two boys kissing are Craig and Harry. They're hoping to set the world record for the longest kiss. They''re not a couple, but they used to be.Peter and Neil are a couple. Their kisses are different. Avery and Ryan have only just met and are trying to figure out what happens next. Cooper is alone. He''s not sure how he feels.As the marathon progresses, these boys, their friends and families evaluate the changing nature of feelings, behaviour and this crazy thing called love under the watchful eyes of a Greek chorus of a generation of men lost to AIDS. David Levithan connects recent history with the present moment in a novel that is both a celebration of equality and a memorial to a lost generation.Praise forEvery Day:Every Day is a wonder.' Patrick Ness, author of Chaos Walking trilogy and A MonstTrade Review"You have to read this.” —Rainbow Rowell, bestselling author of Eleanor & Park and Carry On “Remarkable.”- Frank Bruni, The New York Times Entertainment Weekly, August 21, 2013:"Author David Levithan's poignant novel follows the stories of gay teens joined through an unconventional protest. A-" The Washington Post, August 20, 2013:"Over the years, Levithan has consistently explored new creative territory…'Two Boys Kissing' reveals his command of an intriguing, complex narrative with an unusual point of view that is rare (and refreshing) in YA literature." The Los Angeles Times, September 1, 2013:"Open, frank and ultimately optimistic." The Wall Street Journal Speakeasy, October 24, 2013:"'Two Boys Kissing’ couldn’t have arrived at a more timely moment. Levithan seems to intuitively understand this generation—and his new book allows him to bring their particular struggles and joys to life." Starred Review, Publishers Weekly, June 3, 2013:"A landmark achievement from a writer and editor who has helped create, in literature, a haven for queer youth." "No one does heart-pulling emotion like Levithan, and this book, coming a decade after his groundbreaking debut, 'Boy Meets Boy,' has special resonance."- Gayle Forman, author of Just One Day and Just One Year, for Bookish.com "Brilliant, moving, important, and wise."- Jennifer E. Smith, author of This Is What Happy Looks Like and The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight Romantic Times Book Review, September 2013:"Thought provoking, poignant and beautifully written." Kirkus Reviews, July 15, 2013:"The novel has genuine moments of insight and wisdom…Inspiring." Hypable.com, August 23, 2013:"Two Boys Kissing by David Levithan takes the stories of all these boys and spins them into an interconnecting web that will leave you emotionally exhausted and absolutely thrilled to have read something so beautiful and unique…Will educate, entertain and move you."

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Book SynopsisAn inspiring and empowering rhyming story that's a joy to read aloud, all about the power of children to change the world.Sally McBrass is the smallest girl in the youngest class – but Sally knows you don't have to be big to be strong. From kites stuck up trees to howling dogs to stray cats in the car park, little Sally notices things that others don't, and when she sees people being mean at school, she is brave enough to speak up. The Smallest Girl in the Class by Justin Roberts and Christian Robinson is a moving and gorgeously illustrated story about bravery and changing the world for the better. The perfect book to build empathy and start discussions about kindness with young children.

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Book Synopsis THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL is now a major motion picture from Netflix – starring Academy Award winner Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh, Sofia Wylie, Sophie Anne Caruso, Jamie Flatters, Earl Cave, Kit Young and more! Trade Review“The seventh chapter of Chainani’s bestselling fantasy series sends readers back to where it all began” Waterstones, Books of the Year 2022 Praise for The School for Good and Evil “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 bestselling Percy Jackson series “A fairy tale like no other, complete with romance, magic, and humour… that will keep you turning pages until the end.” –Newbury Award-winning author Ann M. Martin “T’will enchant young girls and boys alike with its twisted take on the classic fairytales.” –The Bookbag “Dark, funny and entertaining” – Teenlibrarian.co.uk “Amazing!!! Brilliant!!! PERFECTO!!! Mindblowing!!! Love it. Absolutely LOVE it.” – Ava “This book is amazing!! It really kept me up all night and I could not wait to finish it! GO AND READ IT. SERIOUSLY. GO, GO, GO!” – Anna, Goodreads

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Book SynopsisTime for another Little Badman adventure. This time, Humza, Umer and Wendy must face . . . THE UNDEAD.Welcome to Big School. Humza Khan - aka Little Badman, Eggington''s greatest rapper - might have finally met his match.Evil teacher geniuses and giant killer hamsters (see previous Little Badman adventures for details) are nothing compared to starting a new school.He''s already been out rap-battled by the school bully, laughed at by his classmates. Oh, and we haven''t even mentioned the ancient magical orb causing havoc and very possibly leading to world destruction.At least Humza has found someone to help with his homework. It''s just a shame this friend isn''t exactly . . . alive. Praise for Little Badman and the Invasion of the Killer Aunties, one of The Guardian''s 100 best holiday books for 2019''Wildly over the top and satisfying'' The Observer New Review Children''sTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR LITTLE BADMAN:Wildly over the top and satisfying * Observer *A perfect read for Tom Gates fans * Booktrust *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewA new adventure for the fabulous Rockstar Detectives. Mood. Lifted. * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisA stunning and heartbreaking new novel from Jamila Gavin MBE, the bestselling and award-winning author of Coram Boy and The Wheel of Surya.England, 1937.Gwen, Noor, Dodo and Vera are four very different teenage girls, with something in common. Their parents are all abroad, leaving them in their English boarding school, where they soon form an intense friendship. The four friends think that no matter what, they will always have each other. Then the war comes.The girls find themselves flung to different corners of the war, from the flying planes in the Air Transport Auxiliary to going undercover in the French Resistance. Each journey brings danger and uncertainty as each of them wonders if they can make it through and what will be left of the world. But at the same time, this is what shows them who they really are and against this impossible backdrop, they find new connections and the possibility of love.Will the four friends ever see each other again? And when the war is over, who wilTrade Review The Times Children’s Book of the Year 2022 One of the Daily Mail’s best children’s books of 2022 “Jamila Gavin is one of our greatest writers” – S.F. Said “If there are any prizes left for children’s books by the end of the year . . . then this thoughtful, engrossing new novel from Jamila Gavin should clean up . . . Gavin draws her characters with such care and detail that we root with all our might for each one as they use their free will to choose their own futures. Never Forget You is a novel to remember” – The Times “We never lose our sense of engagement with the many characters and events, and quotations add to the rich debate about whether war is justified. An exceptionally well-told and compelling account of friendship, courage and love” – The Sunday Times “Based on the true story of a World War II British agent in France, this thrilling novel follows four very different teenage girls thrown together at boarding school in 1937. As fascism rises in Germany, each girl makes life-changing decisions about her role in the conflict as the romantic dreams and hopes of adolescence are crushed by hatred and violence. Unmissable.” Daily Mail

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"If you’re looking for an introduction to Ramadan for young readers (ages 5 to 8), consider this picture book. On the first year she is able to participate in Ramadan, Lailah finds herself in a new country, far from her native Abu Dhabi. She is excited to fast, but nervous that her classmates will not understand. With the help of a teacher and a librarian, she learns how she can explain Ramadan to her fellow students and make friends who are respectful of her culture." -- Concepción de León - New York Times"A lovely classroom-friendly introduction to the Muslim month of fasting!" -- Ruhksana Khan, award-winning author and storyteller

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Book SynopsisJoin the naughtiest unicorn for magic and mayhem in this hilarious series for 6+ fans of Pamela Butchart, Rabbit and Bear, The Worst Witch and UNICORNS!Everyone at Unicorn School is SUPER excited about the end-of-term school disco the pupils and their unicorns can''t wait to put on their party outfits and hit the dance floor! Bu when Darcy hijacks the quest trying to find a special giant disco ball, it''s up to Mira and Dave to put things right. Will Class Red make it out of the Crystal Maze Mine? And will Mira and Dave get to show everyone their awesome disco moves?!The Naughtiest Unicorn series:The Naughtiest UnicornThe Naughtiest Unicorn at Sports DayThe Naughtiest Unicorn and the School DiscoThe Naughtiest Unicorn at Christmas

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Book SynopsisThe brilliantly funny fifth book in the SAM WU series, starring the bravest scaredy-cat in the world! Perfect for reluctant readers and fans of Tom Fletcher, Pamela Butchart andHumza Arshad''s Badman.There''s hardly anything that Sam Wu is afraid of. Unless you count ghosts, sharks, the dark and maybe even spiders. But definitely NOT zombies. Except for actual real ones maybe.So when Sam''s arch nemesis, Ralph Zinkerman the Third announces that he has zombie werewolves living in his basement, for the first time ever, Sam really isn''t sure if he wants to be the one to save the day. Ralph has always been pretty mean to him and, well, just one little nibble from the zombie werewolves wouldn''t hurt that much, would it?Common childhood fears dealt with in a hilarious, sensitive and accessible way.Also by Katie and Kevin Tsang:Sam Wu is NOT Afraid of Ghosts9781405287517Sam Wu is NOT Afraid of Sharks9781405287524Sam Wu is NOT Afraid of the Dark9781405287531Sam W is NOT Afraid of Spiders 978Trade ReviewIllustrated fiction is still having something of a boom, but if you're looking for a non-white protagonist it's slim pickings indeed. Happily Sam Wu is about to change all that. A hero of Asian heritage with a diverse set of friends . . . it's enormous fun, madcap and relatable.', Bookseller

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Book SynopsisA spellbinding and poignant new adventure from Susanna Bailey, the critically acclaimed author of Snow Foal.Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson and Hannah GoldHaunting and lovely' Anthony McGowanA truly inspirational story about finding the courage to face your fears Mel DarbonJonah is Rio's big brother. It's his job. It always has been. Especially when Mam does one of her disappearing acts, like now. Her name's Marina, which means from the sea'. And just like the sea: she changes with the wind. She comes, she goes.The sea was there the last time Jonah and Rio saw her. The Whitby Sea. And it wasn't in a good mood. No-one has seen Mam since that day and the social workers say . . . she's not coming back this time.Trade Review‘I raced through this story… Susannah writes with compassion and sensitivity, helping young readers to understand and empathise with her characters as they navigate challenging situations and emotions. Jonah's love for his little brother Rio shines through the story. I loved the young fox character, too!’ – Julia Green “A truly inspirational story about finding the courage to face your fears. Bailey’s beautiful, lyrical prose takes you deep into the minds of her characters, pulling at your heartstrings, but ultimately filling you with hope.” – Mel Darbon “Haunting and lovely” – Anthony McGowan REVIEWS FOR SNOW FOAL ‘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 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) REVIEWS FOR OTTERS’ MOON ‘A beautiful story, immersed in the wild and restorative power of nature. I loved it’ (Gill Lewis, author of Sky Hawk) ‘An excellent book – haunting and lovely. A delightful work of art’ (Anthony McGowan) ‘Sue writes with sensitivity and understanding about two children struggling to navigate complex emotions and situations’ (Julia Green)

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Book Synopsis‘Deliciously silly, with hilarious catchphrases… a great cheer-up book’ The Guardian ‘HILARIOUS! Proper laughs!’ Pamela Butchart ______________________________ A laugh-out-loud young fiction series from bestselling author Joanna Nadin, perfect for fans of Horrid Henry. According to head teacher Mrs Bottomley-Blunt, 4B is the WORST CLASS IN THE WORLD. She says school is not about footling or fiddle-faddling or FUN. It is about LEARNING and it is high time 4B tried harder to EXCEL at it. But Stanley and Manjit didn’t LITERALLY mean to flood the toilets when they should have been monitoring the playground. And they definitely didn’t LITERALLY mean to bring a penguin home from the zoo on their school trip. These things just happened even though they had a FOOLPROOF plan to get away with them.Trade ReviewDeliciously silly, with hilarious catchphrases, Joanna Nadin’s The Worst Class in the World, illustrated with grubby glee by Rikin Parekh, is a great cheer-up book. According to headteacher Mrs Bottomley-Blunt, 4B are the rottenest of eggs – when will they win a prize like 4A? But somehow the shambolic crew always muddle through, even though Mr Nidgett keeps threatening to leave teaching and become a lion-tamer. * Guardian Book of the Month *‘HILARIOUS! Proper laughs!’ * Pamela Butchart *

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Book SynopsisYatora studies hard and gets good grades, and he parties hard, staying out late drinking and watching soccer with his friends. He checks all the boxes he needs to be the perfect high school student. But it all starts to feel empty, and he begins to wonder what part of his life expresses who he is... or even if he has a unique voice at all. Then he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew.

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Book SynopsisYuki is a typical college student--it's just that she can't hear. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush...but will he give her a chance? A sweet and relatable manga romance from the creator of Shortcake Cake! Yuki, who’s always been deaf, is used to communicating with sign language and her phone. But she’s not used to English, so when a tourist from overseas asks for directions, she nearly panics…until a handsome stranger steps in to help. His name is Itsuomi, and it turns out he’s a friend of a friend. A charismatic globetrotter, Itsuomi speaks three languages, but he’s never had a deaf friend. The two feel drawn to each other and plan a date on a romantic winter’s night, but Yuki’s friend is afraid that she might be setting herself up to get hurt. Could this be something real? Or will these feelings melt away with the snow?

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Book SynopsisThe competition and the tension heightens as Paul Stewart continues the action in the second of this four-part football series. Can Dale Juniors win the local football cup for a second time? Scott, Danny and Jack think they can! But when Jack is booted off the team to make room for new boy Lee Parker, everything changes. Lee’s a good player. But something’s wrong. He isn’t playing to win – and when he gets a red card for a dirty foul, it looks as though it’s all over. Can Jack save the day? The competition and the tension heighten as Paul Stewart continues the action in the second of this four-part football series. Catch up on the story so far with Own Goal (Football Mad #1).Trade Review"Football action mixes creatively with stories of friendship, betrayal and a good dollop of social realism to help create a page-turner that will have the reader hooked"– The Letterpress Project "Any football fan would love this book" – Kids' Review, Books Up North

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Book SynopsisThe Greatest Showman meets Nevermoor, The Spectaculars is the enchanting new adventure series that combines magic, theatre and danger with a large pinch of starstuff...Beyond the gateway, in the Hidden Peaks, live the Spectaculars - magical performers, with special powers gifted from the stars. They can levitate you out of your seat with a song, make a costume that will turn you invisible and create a snowstorm with a dance.When Harper joins The Spectaculars at their travelling boarding school, she can't wait to learn all kinds of magic. But when the song of the Four Curses comes to life, and a terrifying creature threatens everything, she must use her new powers to save her school...While dreams come true at the Wondria, nightmares might just be lurking in the wings."A story of magic, friendship and theatre that shines star-bright" Maria Kuzniar, author of The Ship of Shadows"Beautifully written, imaginative and witty, The Spectaculars immerses you in a thrilling magical world with characters you fall in love with right from the start" Hannah Durkan, author of Zeina Starborn and the Sky Whale

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Book SynopsisAnthony McGowan is the Carnegie Medal 2020 winning author of Lark.He is coming to kill me.Now would be a good time to run.I cannot run. I am too afraid to run.Paul Varderman could be at any normal school - bullies, girls and annoying teachers are just a part of life. Unfortunately 'normal' doesn't apply when it comes to the school's most evil bully, Roth, a twisted and threatening thug with an agenda quite unlike anyone else. When Paul ends up delivering a message from Roth to the leader of a gang at a nearby school, it fuels a rivalry with immediate consequences. Paul attempts to distance himself from the feud, but when Roth hands him a knife it both empowers him and scares him at the same time . . . This thought-provoking and original novel highlights the terrible consequences of peer pressure and violence, and casts a spotlight on the worrying rise in knife crime among teenagers. Trade ReviewEvery writer hates to hear the words "stunning new talent" applied to someone else, but in the case of Anthony McGowan nothing else will do -- Meg RosoffCombining brief flashes of ironic humour with the unstoppable momentum of unfolding tragedy, this sadly timely book offers a cogent reminder of the far-reaching consequences of knife violence -- Kate Agnew * Guardian *This fast-paced topical novel stands out . . . McGowan does not let us down lightly and ends the book with a twist that will leave even teenage boys gasping * Daily Telegraph *What makes you sit up is that its author, Anthony McGowan is one of the most talented new writers around * The Times *The narrative skilfully captures the casual violence and shifting loyalties of teen life, while constantly throwing off your expectations about what happens next. Anthony McGowan is a major talent -- Robert Muchamore

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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.Ava and Star love their beautiful garden at Unicorn Academy. It's where they grow their very own magical plants! When the sky berries that the unicorns need to survive disappear, Ava and Star will need all their skills and courage to help their friends. Can they find more of the special berries before every unicorn's magic starts to fade?!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 SynopsisFrom million-copy bestselling author David Baddiel comes a laugh-out-loud story for readers of 8 and up that takes you on a roller-coaster ride of fame and friendshipNothing extraordinary has ever happened to Billy Smith. In fact, every single thing about him is ordinary, including his name. But when a documentary crew turns up at Billy's school to film the new TV series School Daze, everything changes.Billy shouldn't stand out: all the other kids are much more interesting than him. But when remixes of his boring class presentation go viral, Billy finds himself accidentally an overnight star. With his friends Bo and Rinor by his side, his life turns into a whirlwind of red carpets, TV shows, albums and even the possibility of meeting Sunshine De Marto the coolest girl on the planet. But as everyone knows, fame comes with a priceThe Boy Who Got Accidentally Famous is an epically entertaining tale, brought to life with illustrations by the brilliant Steven Lenton, which asks the question what if everyone suddenly knew your name?

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Book SynopsisYoi Takiguchi's long legs, deep voice, and handsome face are the perfect recipe for an attractive guy-until people realize she is, in fact, a girl. Dubbed a "prince" by her peers since childhood, Yoi has all but given up on being seen as anything else. That is, until she bumps into Ichimura-sempai, the school's other prince (who's a he) and gets a taste of what it feels like to be seen for her true self. The story of the two high school princes starts here!

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Book SynopsisThe eighth book in the brilliant Roald Dahl Funny Prize winning BARRY LOSER series. Perfect for readers aged 7-10 years old and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Tom Gates, Dennis the Menace and Pamela Butchart''s Wigglesbottom Primary series.It's Barry's birthday and his mum and dad have bought him the amazekeel new gaming helmet he wanted The Shnozinator 9000! It's the best birthday present ever until his baby brother breaks it and ruins everything.But Barry has a plan: he'll just have to become a billionaire inventor and make enough money to buy another one, before his life is comperleeterly over Join everyone's favourite Loser on his eighth hilarious adventure!Don''t miss the other funny 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 hates half term,Barry Loser''s ultimate book of keelness, My mum is a loser, My dad is a lo

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