Children’s / Teenage fiction: School stories
Hachette Children's Group The Naughtiest Girl Collection 3
Book SynopsisThe classic boarding-school series from the best-loved author of the Famous Five - loved by readers for more than 70 years.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Charlie and Lola My First Ever and Best Story
Book SynopsisLauren Child is one of today's most talented and innovative children's author/illustrators. Winner of the Nestle Smarties Book Prize and the Kate Greenaway Medal, she is best known for creating the characters Clarice Bean and the BAFTA-award-winning Charlie and Lola. She is also co-creator of The Princess and the Pea and Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Charlie and Lola is now a top-rated BBC children's television show and a huge international hit produced by Tiger Aspect Productions, one of the UK's most successful and prolific independent television producers.
£999.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd Yasmin the Writer
Book SynopsisMs Alex has assigned Yasmin''s class to write about their heroes. Yasmin loves to write but she can''t decide who her hero is. After dismissing lots of ideas, could it be that Yasmin''s hero has been right beside her all along?
£999.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd Aliens Invaded My Talent Show
Book SynopsisEric Doomsday loves doing magic tricks, but they always seem to go a bit wrong. When School Inspectors threaten to close down Eric's school, his headmistress decides to put on a talent show. Thank goodness the Earth isn't being inspected by aliens at the same time! Because magic, aliens and talent shows are sure to be a horrible mix... Aren't they?Trade ReviewA pitch-perfect laugh out loud joy of a read * Piers Torday, author of The Last Wild *A recommendation for fans of funny books - I giggled and guffawed the whole way through. * Books for Topics *An awesome book for fans of awesomeness – Matt Brown is very, very funny * Dermot O'Leary, TV presenter and author of Toto the Ninja Cat *This brilliantly bonkers, irreverent and off-the-wall story is certainly guaranteed to hit all the right comedy buttons. * Lancashire Evening Post *This is a great, fun, funny book * Danny Wallace, comedian and author of Hamish and the Worldstoppers *
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Hachette Children's Group The Naughtiest Girl Naughtiest Girl Is A Monitor
Book SynopsisIn Enid Blyton''s highly popular school series, Elizabeth Allen is at boarding school and makes up her mind to be the naughtiest pupil there''s ever been. In book three, Elizabeth Allen is delighted to be chosen to be a school monitor. But she soon finds out just what a responsible job it is. The harder she tries, the worse she behaves! Will the naughtiest girl in the school EVER learn to be good?Between 1940 and 1952, Enid Blyton wrote four novels about Naughtiest Girl, Elizabeth Allen. Books 5-10 are authorised sequels of the series written by Anne Digby in 1999. Bonus material: A rare, complete serial story about a very special school. An interview with Enid Blyton about her school days. Enid Blyton''s experiences as a teacher. A timeline of the author''s life. Photos from Enid Blyton''s younger days.
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ZunTold Gangster School
Book Synopsis‘I bet no other school gives you the chance to chase super villains through hidden tunnels!’ That’s what Milly Dillane has to say about life at Blaggard’s, A.K.A Gangster School. Milly and her new friend Charlie have just started at Blaggard’s. But what’s it like to be in a school that teaches lying, kidnapping and stealing instead of Maths and English? Their parents and teachers are master criminals and want them to follow in their footsteps … but are Milly and Charlie just too … dependable? In this funny and exciting adventure, smart Milly and super-hacker Charlie face some of the worst villains around, including the cold-hearted Pecunia Badpenny and her sidekick: Wolf the evil electronic dog. Can Milly and Charlie beat Badpenny and her demonic plans? And are they criminal enough to keep their place in a school they’ve come to love? Kate Wiseman’s brilliant Blaggard’s is like Hogwarts for criminal kids!
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Nosy Crow Ltd Unicorn Academy: Zara and Moonbeam
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. Zara loves solving mysteries and having adventures with her dreamy unicorn, Moonbeam. She can't wait for Moonbeam to discover her magic power so that they can become the perfect partners! Moonbeam is having strange visions, but Zara is sure they're just daydreams. When Zara's attempt to stop a terrible heatwave leads her into trouble, can Moonbeam discover her magic in time to rescue her?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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HarperCollins Publishers Scram Funny adventure story for kids from the
Book SynopsisThe exceptionordinary, effervescent Clarice Bean is back with her trademark heart and humour in this beautifully illustrated story by former Children's Laureate Lauren Child a delightful summer read for the entire family!Nothing ever happens except for sometimes. And only on rare-ish occasions, which is hardly ever. There are times when even I can't turn the nothing into more than it is. But there was one day in the holidays that began as a nothing day and then everything happened. Absolutely nearly everything.The unforgettable Clarice Bean finds herself escaping the danger of boredom when she meets an actual real-life DOG who will NOT scram!Trade ReviewPraise for SCRAM!: ‘Clarice Bean is one of the most distinctive comic voices of children’s literature . . . The varied, dancing text and Child’s elegant, light-hearted illustrations make every page appealing, and it’s funny. As Clarice Bean would say: “It’s fascinating and also very interesting”’ Sunday Times, Book of the Week, Best Books of the Year ‘A superbly illustrated, slyly funny story of a four-legged family secret for readers of 7+’ Guardian ‘Lauren Child knows what goes through a child's mind, and how to transfer those thoughts to the page . . . See for yourself by reading this entertaining tale’ Herald ‘A new Clarice Bean novel is always an event and Lauren Child’s Clarice Bean: Scram! brings us more of her distinctive voice and elegant quirky illustrations to delight in’ Times, Best Books for Summer Praise for CLARICE BEAN:‘Witty and charming. We can’t get enough Clarice Bean’ Sunday Times ‘Oodles of comic charm’ Evening Standard ‘Funny, contemporary and perceptive’ Mail on Sunday ‘Clarice Bean fans will be delighted by her new adventures’ Guardian ‘A hugely enjoyable and touching read’ Scotsman ‘Utterly fantastic’ Sunday Times
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Chicken House Ltd Jummy at the River School
Book Synopsis A glorious boarding school adventure set in Nigeria - a story of friendship, empathy and fighting for what you believe in. 'What a joyful, vibrant story! A book for the heart' EFUA TRAORE, author of Children of the Quicksands Jummy has won a place at the River School, the finest girls' boarding school in Nigeria. Nothing can dampen her spirits, not even when she learns that her best friend Caro won’t be joining her. By the Shine-Shine River, school is everything Jummy dreamt of, with friendly new girls, midnight feasts and sporting prizes - but when Caro suddenly arrives at the school to work, not to learn, Jummy must bring all her friends together to help. From a fantastic new talent in middle-grade contemporary fiction, Sabine Adeyinka, based on her own experience of attending boarding school in Nigeria A joyful, glorious collision of classic boarding-school story with vibrant 1990s Nigeria Irrepressible Jummy investigates an intriguing mystery as her best friend from home turns up at the school
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Andersen Press Ltd Vampire Peter
Book SynopsisEveryone says Peter is the baddest boy in school. He likes strange food, wears strange clothes and does strange things. In fact, Peter isn’t like anyone the other children have ever met. So when the class gerbil goes missing, Lucy lets Peter take the blame, even though she knows it wasn’t anything to do with him... An insightful story about prejudice, friendship and redemption during one truly unforgettable Halloween.Trade Review"Funny and profound in equal measure, this is a top-class Halloween hoot for children but also a salutary warning against prejudice" * The Echo (Cork) *"Bags of child-appeal. . . a story about differences, expectations and perspectives" * Books for Keeps *"Beautifully told... Original, memorable, and lots of fun" -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *"This book should have a place in every early years' classroom as a way into talking about "difference", the importance of "owning up", not being quick to blame, and how friends are important" -- David Mallett * The School Librarian *"Funny flourishes in both text and art abound" * Publishers Weekly *
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Andersen Press Ltd Cally and Jimmy: Twintastic
Book SynopsisFour stories in one! Cally has a twin brother Jimmy, and he is always getting into some kind of mischief - which usually means double trouble! Thankfully their Greek granny is usually on hand to help - or add to the mayhem! In these four fab stories, the twins make a splash on their beach holiday, run into trouble on sports day, get spooked while trick or treating, and uncover a thief at school. 'Warm-hearted, touching stories, full of fun but with a subtle message' Jacqueline WilsonTrade Review"[A]ccessible, absolutely believable, and readers will feel by the end that they have a new set of friends. Highly recommended." * LoveReading4Kids *
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HarperCollins Publishers Dudes the School is Haunted Book 7 Rotten School
Book SynopsisHilarious series of wacky stories from a US boarding school where naughty pranks and mischief rate much more highly than education. From bestselling US author, R.L. Stine.Welcome to Rotten School, founded 100 years ago by I. B. Rotten as a boarding school where students would grow and succeed intellectually, morally and physically as they prepared for a productive and happy future. However, today our standards are a little less rigorous we are simply happy if the students are still alive at the end of each day!We think rivalry is healthy for our pupils, thus, Rotten School is divided into two warring groups: Bernie Bridges and his friends in Rotten House vs. Sherman Oaks and his friends in Nyce House.Joe Sweety is the worst kind of bully big, mean and always ready to use his fists. Chipmunk is the shiest, clumsiest kid at Rotten School. When Chipmunk is paired with Joe on the class trip, Chipmunk spills his apple juice, barfs and pulls down Joe''s trousers. Joe beats up poor Chipmunk and Bernie decides to haunt Joe to get his own back, with spooky messages on the computer, green protoplasm in his room and a body-wrap in an eerie cocoon. Will Bernie''s payback work? Will it scare Joe into being nice for once?
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HarperCollins Publishers Goodbye to All That
Book SynopsisIt's a young boy's last day at primary school, and he excitedly lists off all the points he won't miss when he goes to Big School. But is there anything he will miss? This thought-provoking story was written by Dave Cousins.Collins Big Cat Progress books are specifically designed for children at Key Stage 2 who have a Key Stage 1 reading level, giving them age-appropriate texts that they can read, building their confidence and fostering positive attitudes towards reading.Text type: A story with a familiar settingCurriculum links: CitizenshipThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£9.05
HarperCollins Publishers Frog and Toad The Surprise Band 05Green Collins
Book SynopsisOnce upon a time there were two good friends, a frog and a toadFrog and Toad both secretly visited each other's houses to clean up the leaves. Were they able to surprise each other?The much-loved Frog and Toad stories were written and illustrated Arnold Lobel and have been loved by generations.Children can recap the two surprises in the diagram on pages 1415, providing lots of speaking and listening opportunities.Green/Band 5 books offer early readers patterned language and varied characters.Ideas for Reading provide practical support and stimulating activities.
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HarperCollins Publishers Message in a Bottle
Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.Every morning on their way to school, Cherry and her mum walk along the beach. It''s Cherry''s favourite place in the whole world. But every day the sea washes in rubbish and makes it messy. So, once a week they set out early to tidy it up. One morning, Cherry finds a tiny bottle as she tidies and is desperate to know what''s inside. But when she manages to open it, she realises that this is not the end, but the beginning of a mystery This intriguing mystery story is written by Nikki Sheehan.White Plus/Band 10+ books provide challenging plots and vocabulary as well as opportunities to practise inference, prediction and reading stamina.Pages 46
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Malarkey
Book SynopsisKeith was born and brought up in Grimsby and knew from an early age that he wanted to be a writer. When he received 0% for his accountancy exams he decided to pursue his dream. Since then, he has gone on to win the Angus Book Award and the silver medal in the Smarties Prize. He has twice been shortlisted for the Guardian Fiction Prize and was shortlisted for the Booktrust Teen Prize and the Scottish Arts Council Book Award. Rave reviews about his writing have appeared in every broadsheet. Keith was a judge for the Blue Peter Book Award, the Guardian Fiction Prize and the Bookstrust Teen Prize and reviews regularly for the Guardian. Keith is now a full-time writer living in Edinburgh.Trade ReviewA tense thriller founded on conveying psychology, Malarkey is a compelling British version of Robert Cormier's US classic, The Chocolate War -- Julia Eccleshare * Guardian *Ingenious and exciting -- Kit Spring * Observer *Clever, cool, suspenseful -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *A gripping and dangerous read that stays in the mind for its chilling reality, the power of the story and the quality of the writing -- Wendy Cooling * The Bookseller *Don't miss this! It's Keith Gray's best novel to date. Opening with a breathless bag chase, it doesn't let up the momentum for a second -- Michael Thorn * Achuka *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Loudmouth Louis
Book SynopsisEveryone knows that Louis is a loudmouth, he never stops talking and drives everyone crazy. No one believes him when he announces that he''s going to do a sponsored silence to raise money for the new school library. But Louis is determined, just for once, to keep his mouth shut. To his surprise he finds that he actually enjoys listening, that lessons are much better when he''s really involved in them - and that it''s very satisfying to raise money for the school.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Dominics Discovery
Book SynopsisDominic''s middle name is trouble, but not because he''s got a troublesome nature, but quite simply because he''s ALWAYS in the wrong place at the wrong time. So it''s not surprising that he''s only allowed on the school trip to Thundercliff Bay - home to pirate legend, chilling ghost stories and lost treasure - by the skin of his teeth. Or that strict Mr Risley-Newsome, who has his beady eye on him, makes him stay at the youth hostel for forgetting his walking boots. What is surprising is that a very special discovery made by Dominic saves the day when the whole class is in serious danger, and proves to everyone that sometimes he can be in the right place at the right time.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Magic Puppy Spellbound at School
Book SynopsisA world of puppy adventure from the author of the Magic Kitten series, which has sold over a million copies!Never in Lola''s wildest dreams had she imagined having a magic puppy for a friend!So when Storm, a fluffy black and white shih-tzu puppy, suddenly appears, Lola''s lonely school days come into a whole magical class of their own!
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Magic Bunny Dancing Days
Book SynopsisThe magic continues in a new series from the author of the bestselling Magic Kitten!Adorable black and white spotted bunny Arrow is the keeper of the magic key that keeps Moonglow Meadow lush and beautiful so that many bunnies can live there happily. But the key is under threat and so Arrow must flee the meadow to keep it safe and hide in our world. Can Arrow find a little girl to look after him and be a special friend?
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Dear Dumb Diary My Pants are Haunted Dear Dumb
Book SynopsisThe (nearly) true confessions of Jamie Kelly.They were just an ordinary soft pair of second-hand jeans until Jamie Kelly tried them on. Then they became tight, smelly & scratchy - with a bit of a haunting problem! Do the pants have the power to soothe a vengeful beagle, vanquish The Prettiest Girl in the World, or make the wearer irresistible to the eighth cutest guy in school? Or are the haunted pants just, well, haunted? Kind of gross when you think about it...
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Worst Witch The Worst Strikes Again A Bad
Book SynopsisPuffin audio presents brand new recordings of the one and only Worst Witch, read by Gemma Arterton.Mildred Hubble is the worst witch at Miss Cackle''s Academy for Witches - she''s always getting her spells wrong. But she manages to get by until she turns Ethel, the teacher''s pet, into her deadly enemy . . This audiobook collection includes:The Worst WitchThe Worst Witch Strikes AgainA Bad Spell for the Worst WitchThe Worst Witch All at Sea
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Magic Kitten Double Trouble
Book SynopsisFlame is heir to the Lion throne but though powerful he is not yet strong enough to stand up to the evil uncle who is trying to claim the throne. Flame must hide in the human world as a kitten but can't stay in any place for too long.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Peas Book of Big Dreams
Book SynopsisSusie Day grew up by the seaside in Penarth, Wales, with a lisp and a really unfortunate choice of first name.Between books, she works as a copywriter in Birmingham, crochets ridiculous jumpers and inhales tea.Susie now lives in Coventry, England with her partner and a black cat named Pantalaimon.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK All These Beautiful Strangers
Book SynopsisBeneath the glittering heights of the rich and powerful, lie secrets that can destroy them all... The perfect summer read, for fans of Cruel Intentions, Gossip Girl and One of Us is Lying. ''It is the perfect book to read at the beach. But be warned: you will get a sunburn, because you won''t want to put it down.'' - Cecily von Ziegesar, author of Gossip Girl---------- Charlie Calloway has a life most people would kill for. With her wealthy family''s pedigree, a loyal set of friends, and a fast-track to whichever college she chooses, she''s all-but untouchable at her exclusive East Coast boarding school. But Charlie isn''t interested in what most people want. She''s a Calloway. She''s been taught to want more.So when she''s invited to join her school''s exclusive secret society- the A''s - her determination to get in is matched only by her convictTrade ReviewJuicy, clever and beguiling. An exceptional debut novel, deftly crafted and written with style. It is the perfect book to read at the beach. But be warned: you will get a sunburn, because you won't want to put it down * Cecily von Ziegesar, author of the Gossip Girl series *A properly beachy thriller . . . Cruel Intentions meets Gossip Girl. We're not surprised film plans are underway by the producers of Wild, Gone Girl and Big Little Lies * Elle Magazine UK *There's real menace in this elegantly written thriller and Klehfoth is one to watch * Daily Mail *This is exactly the sort of beach thriller you've been searching for * Emerald Street *This is a must for anyone who loves a pacy, page-turning thriller * S Magazine (Sunday Express) *An addictive and unpredictable page-turner * Mail on Sunday *Highly addictive and thrillingly unpredictable, this debut could well be another hit * The Bookseller *Has a plot akin to what you would get if you combined The Secret History with Cruel Intentions with Luckiest Girl Alive . . . in other words: this is going to be big * Entertainment Weekly *If we had to take a guess, All These Beautiful Strangers will be the literary thriller of the summer . . . It's the perfect blend of glamour, diabolicalness, and The Secret History * Refinery29.com *[A] highly charged, addictive psychological thriller that combines the dishy gamesmanship of Gossip Girl with the murky atmosphere of The Secret History * BookBub *All These Beautiful Strangers was a wonderful, gripping read - a YA The Secret History that captivated me and at one point made me seriously consider missing my train stop so I could get to the end of a chapter. I will be recommending it to everyone * Emily Barr, author of The One Memory of Flora Banks, shortlisted for the YA Book Prize 2018 *A gripping thriller where secrets of the past and present stir in the shadows. I was drawn in from the start and couldn't wait to discover the truth. A real page-turner! * Kate Ormand, author of The Wanderers *Wealth, power and danger - All These Beautiful Strangers has it all. If you like your books twisty and dangerous, then meet your new obsession * Maggie Harcourt, author of Unconventional *A creepy, atmospheric American murder mystery that made me think of The Secret History - I can't wait for everyone to read it when it comes out * Robin Stevens, award-winning author of Murder Most Unladylike Series *A page-turning debut that will keep readers guessing until the end. Readers of Liane Moriarty and psychological thrillers will not want to put this down * Library Journal *S.T.A.G.S meets The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau Bankes in this high society thriller. Joining a secret society at her upper class boarding school leads Charlie to discover old family secrets that were better left at peace. * Lauren James, author of The Loneliest Girl in the Universe *An emotional and heart racing thriller that I believe will find a huge international audience * Bruna Papandrea, Made up Stories (Producer of Wild, Gone Girl, Big Little Lies) *Finally a book that has had me gripped to keep reading and filled the hole that One Of Us Is Lying left me with! * Waterstones Bromley *You will be thrown into a world of suspense and secrecy that you will not want to leave * The BookBag *Twisty and turny, full of mystery and intrigue and beautiful people doing horrible things, All These Beautiful Strangers was a psychological thriller that I just could not put down! * Book Addicted *Long and twisted so prepare for a binge read * Read by Jess *A real page turner. You will not be able to put down this book that is filled with suspense, drama and so much more! * Words from a Reader *I recommend picking it up if you're a fan of YA mystery/thrillers * This Booky Place *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Callback
Book SynopsisAfter their amazing first competition, 12-year-old Harper is loving life in her new group, the DanceStarz. But now, Harper has landed a part in her school musical - and not everyone is as thrilled about it as she is.The DanceStarz are worried Harper will be distracted so close to their next event. The girls have to win - especially as they''re facing their arch-rivals, the Belles. Can Harper figure out how to find her balance and shine before she loses it all?The Callback, written in collaboration with Jula DeVillers, is the glittering sequel to dancer and international superstar Maddie Ziegler''s debut novel, The Audition.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Million Pieces of Neena Gill
Book Synopsis*Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children''s Book Prize 2020**Shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award 2020**Shortlisted for the Romantic Novelists'' Association Debut Romantic Novel Award 2020* ''Powerful, relatable and uplifting'' - Emily Barr, author of The One Memory of Flora BanksHow can I hold myself together, when everything around me is falling apart?Neena''s always been a good girl - great grades, parent-approved friends and absolutely no boyfriends. But ever since her brother Akash left her, she''s been slowly falling apart - and uncovering a new version of herself who is freer, but altogether more dangerous. As her wild behaviour spirals more and more out of control, Neena''s grip on her sanity begins to weaken too. And when her parents announce not one but two life-changing bombshells, she finally reaches breaking point. But as Neena is about to discover, wheTrade ReviewPowerful, relatable and uplifting * Emily Barr, author of The One Memory of Flora Banks *An honest, thought-provoking story about grief and mental health * The Sun *[P]owerful stuff . . . a refreshing and realistic spin on the average teen romance. * Financial Times *Smith-Barton . . . writes powerfully about mental health, psychosis and growing up between cultures * Bookseller, One to Watch *WOW! The Million Pieces Of Neena Gill is an authentic, compelling & touching portrayal of teenage Neena's journey through the deterioration of her mental health * Abigail Tarttelin, author of Golden Boy and Dead Girls *This novel thoughtfully and sensitively portrays a teenage experience of psychosis, a mental illness rarely written about. A masterful piece of storytelling. * The Scotsman *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Peppa Pig Super Peppa
Book SynopsisAt Peppa''s preschool, Madame Gazelle asks the class to dress up as what they want to be when they''re older. They are all VERY excited! Edmond Elephant wants to be an astronaut AND an anthropologist. Danny Dog wants to be a skateoarder. Rebecca Rabbit wants to be... a carrot. But Peppa has no idea what she wants to be when she grows up. Luckily Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig and the world''s busiest person, Miss Rabbit, let Peppa follow them for a day to give her some ideas!What will Peppa dress up as? Whatever it is she is sure to be SUPER!
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Date Me Bryson Keller
Book Synopsis''One of the most adorable, big-hearted, charming books in existence'' - Becky Albertalli, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs the Homo Sapiens AgendaEveryone at Fairvale Academy knows Bryson Keller, the super-hot soccer captain who doesn''t believe in high-school relationships. They also know about the dare Bryson accepted - each week he has to date the first person who asks him out.A single school week is all anyone gets. There have been no exceptions to this. None.Until me, that is.Because brilliant Bryson Keller forgot one thing. He never said it could only be girls . . .To All The Boys I''ve Loved Before meets Simon vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda in this irresistible LGBTQ+ rom com perfect for fans of Red, White and Royal Blue.''An adorable featherlight romance'' - GuardianTrade Review'An adorable featherlight romance, with weightier moments giving it conviction.' * Guardian *One of the most adorable, big-hearted, charming books in existence. * Becky Albertalli, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda *A sweet romance and exploration of the ways we can accidentally fall in love. Adorable and authentic. * LC Rosen, author of Jack of Hearts (and Other Parts) and Camp *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Im a Gay Wizard
Book SynopsisYou do magic once, and it sticks to you like glitter glue...Gay angsty teen Johnny and his goth best friend, trans girl Alison, spend their summer dabbling in magic.When they use spells to defend themselves from bullies, they suddenly find themselves whisked away to the Marduk Institute, a school for wayward wizards. Johnny and Alison must now adapt to a new world of spells, fraternities, and cute boys like Hunter and Blake...But Marduk isn''t as safe as it seems. Johnny and Alison are pulled into a supernatural fight for their lives and must find the strength to battle the monsters lurking in the shadows of the school - and the demons that only exist inside their head.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Forever Phoenix
Book SynopsisThe brand-new fourth book in the gorgeous Lost and Found series from Cathy Cassidy, bestselling author of The Chocolate Box Girls.Phoenix is a firebrand and a fire starter. After burning down a dormitory at her prestigious boarding school, Phoenix is sent to live with her grandmother, the owner of Greystones mansion. But Phoenix struggles to settle in . . .Will the band accept Phoenix, despite her spiky personality? And can Phoenix finally find true friends in the Lost & Found?
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Kate in Waiting
Book SynopsisFrom bestselling YA rom-com queen Becky Albertalli (author of Love, Simon) comes a new novel about daring to step out of the shadows and into the spotlight in love, life and theatre. [PRINCIPAL CAST LIST] Kate Garfield Anderson WalkerBest friends, and contrary to popular belief, not co-dependent. Examples:Carpooling to and from theatre rehearsals? Environmentally sound and efficient. Consulting each other on every single life decision? Basic good judgment. Pining for the same guys from afar? Shared crushes are more fun anyway. But when Kate and Andy''s latest long-distance crush shows up at their school, everything goes off-script.Enter Stage Left: Matt OlssonHe is talented and sweet, and Kate likes him. She really likes him. The only problem? So does Anderson. Turns out, communal crushes aren''t so fun when real feelings are involved. This one mighTrade ReviewAlbertalli has crafted a rom-com that's not only sharp and funny, but distinguished by its casually diverse LGBTQ cast's awareness that friendship (among friends, to be sure, but also siblings, and gasp, romantic interests) is as important as love * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *Real chemistry between the different love interests in the book, authentic dialogue, supportive friendships, and Albertalli's signature humor make this a must-read. Flips the script on battling over a boy in the best way possible * Kirkus Reviews (starred review) *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Rowley Jeffersons Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Lil Muffin Drops the Mic
Book SynopsisFrom comedy superstar Romesh Ranganathan comes a hilarious and heartfelt tale that proves rap battles and baking muffins really can mix. The perfect story for readers age 8+ and fans of David Baddiel and Adam B Wins the Internet!Ever since his dad left, James can''t seem to stop worrying about everything. His favourite hobby, baking, is a fun (and delicious!) distraction, but no matter how many AMAZING brownies he makes, James still feels like there''s a missing ingredient in his life . . .Until he discovers rapping, and he''s COMPLETELY hooked. It''s not long before James starts writing his own raps about everything - from music and cakes to his giant pet rabbit, Graham!So when he hears that grime artist star Brukka is on the hunt for young talent, James starts to wonder: could this be his chance to share his MUFFINS, his MUSIC, and maybe even his feelings with the whole school? If
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Penguin Random House Children's UK How To Train Your Parents
Book SynopsisMoving to a new area and a new school, Louis is horrified to discover his parents changing into ultra-competitive parents, wanting him and his younger brother to get straight As at school and join all sorts of after-school clubs and activities like the other kids in the area. Suddenly Louis''s life is no longer his own - until he meets Maddy, who claims to have trained her parents to ignore her- But does Louis really want to be ignored? A truly contemporary tale with characters kids will recognize instantly!Trade ReviewThere is a moral here for any parent who frets about a child's progress at school . . . Children who read it won't be turned into hostile monsters; they'll chortle away, feel better about themselves and have a lot of jokes to tell you * The Sunday Times *Johnson's comic romp through a miserable school year in the life of almost 13-year-old Louis touches all the real bases of adolescent boys' lives: girls, parents, TV, comedy * TES *Johnson addresses big issues in a frank manner and with a light touch resulting in a book that both children and parents should read -- Wendy Cooling * Junior Education *Written with humour and plenty of attitude, this witty book firmly puts the power in the hands of the children * Junior *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Starring Tracy Beaker
Book SynopsisJacqueline Wilson (Author) Jacqueline Wilson wrote her first novel when she was nine years old, and she has been writing ever since. She is now one of Britain's bestselling and most beloved children's authors. She has written over 100 books and is the creator of characters such as Tracy Beaker and Hetty Feather. More than forty million copies of her books have been sold.As well as winning many awards for her books, including the Children's Book of the Year, Jacqueline is a former Children's Laureate, and in 2008 she was appointed a Dame.Jacqueline is also a great reader, and has amassed over 20,000 books, along with her famous collection of silver rings.Find out more about Jacqueline and her books at www.jacquelinewilson.co.ukNick Sharratt (Illustrator) Nick Sharratt has written and illustrated many books for children including Shark in the Park, You Choose and Pants. He has won numerous awardTrade ReviewFunny and entertaining . . . I'd definitely recommend this book and give it 5 out of 5 stars * TBK *This hilarious and heartbreaking new story from the bestselling, award-winning Jacqueline Wilson follows her most popular character through ups and downs, laughs and tears. Fifteen years on from her first appearance on the page, Tracy Beaker is as vibrant and entertaining as ever * www.bettybookmark.co.uk *A heartwarming story of one of the UK's most favoured children's characters * Headteacher Update *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Zeus On The Loose
Book SynopsisI am the great and mighty Zeus, mortal- give me one good reason why I shouldn''t smite you here and now!''Alex''s class are learning about the Ancient Greeks. That''s why Alex makes a temple (out of loo rolls and a cornflakes box) for the Greek god Zeus. He doesn''t expect the god himself to turn up, borrow his mum''s nightie and demand a sacrifice at half-past five in the morning. Even worse, Zeus reckons it''s time for another Trojan War - in the school playground! Zeus is on the loose-
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Blue Moon Day
Book SynopsisEveryone thinks they know what it''s like, going to school. But have you ever wondered what life must be like at a boarding school? A school for young offenders? A school for the blind? With her trademark humour, insight, sensitivity and razor-sharp wit, Anne Fine explores these different worlds in a short story collection that will fascinate young readers.Trade ReviewThese ten stories are engaging and funny, written in brisk, uncomplicated prose that will appeal to any reader -- Josh Lacey * Guardian *The writing is elegant and crisp throughout. Heartstrings are pulled with no trace of sentimentality. I think readers of this book, whether they go to boarding school or not, will love it for the light it sheds on an experience which can be painful for many children -- Adele Geras * Awfully Big Reviews *
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Scholastic Rick A Melissa Novel
Book SynopsisProfound, moving, and - as Charlotte would say - radiant, thisbook will stay with anyone lucky enough to find it. -- PublishersWeekly, starred review for MELISSAAs they did in their groundbreaking novel MELISSA, in RICK, award-winningauthor Alex Gino explores what it means to search for yourown place in the world . . .
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Gill The Accidental Adventures of Onion OBrien The
Book SynopsisOnion O'Brien is in trouble, again. This time he and the rest of the Five O's are trying to stop the destruction of the Valley, the local wasteland where they hang out. But Mayor Ronald Bump has other ideas he wants to build new apartments there, so he sets local guards The Ferg and Judge on the children.As if things aren't bad enough, there's a new teacher in their school acting very suspiciously. The Five O's can find out his secret if they manage to win the school talent contest. There's only one problem they are completely talentless.Then there's the discovery of the head of Ned Belly, and the local legend that claims he can reveal where his treasure is hidden Will the Five O's manage to outwit The Ferg and Judge and Ronald Bump and the new teacher and solve the mystery of the head of Ned Belly and save their precious Valley?!
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Topsy and Tim The Big Race Read it yourself with
Book SynopsisIt is Sports Day at school and Topsy and Tim are cross that they are not winning any races. With one race to go, will the twins overcome their differences and work together?
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HarperCollins Publishers The Christmas Competition
Book SynopsisA Christmas book about kindness and cheer to make even Scrooge's heart melt' Dame Jacqueline Wilson on The Christmas CarrollsFunny festive middle grade about the world''s most Christmassy family from the founder of Authorfy, perfect for 8+ fans of Matt Haig, Ben Miller, Sibeal Pounder's Tinsel, and the Nativity! filmsThe Christmas-crazy Carrolls are back and this time, they have an ice-skating baby penguin!There's a new family in town determined to steal the Carrolls' tinselly crown. Can Holly and her family win the Christmas Chronicle's competition for the Most Festive Family? Or will they discover that there is more to life than perfect Christmas decorations, a personal toboggan run, and more pressies than you can shake a candy cane at?Trade ReviewA Christmas book about kindness and cheer to make even Scrooge’s heart melt’ Dame Jacqueline Wilson "As warm and cosy as drinking hot chocolate in your favourite Christmas jumper. A festive feast of fun." Maz Evans, bestselling author of Who Let the Gods Out ‘Funny and loveable story’– Woman & Home ‘This will put a smile on your face and a lump in your throat’ – Daily Mail ‘Saturated with festive fun’– Irish Times ‘Hilariously silly, this super-seasonal debut will have readers chuckling’ – Metro "As warm and cosy as drinking hot chocolate in your favourite Christmas jumper. A festive feast of fun." Maz Evans, bestselling author of Who Let the Gods Out 'Fizzing with energy and festive cheer, The Christmas Carrolls is a heart-warming must-read for the Christmas period. Mel’s writing sparkles like the star on top of a Christmas Tree.' Jennifer Bell, author of The Uncommoners trilogy “The Christmas Carrolls is just fabulous! I laughed solidly throughout the whole thing. It’s gloriously festive, brilliantly funny and utterly endearing, too. Holly’s inventions made me chuckle, as did Mr Bleurgh, while Holly and Archie’s friendship was a joy to read. Also, Mel wrote one of the most beautiful descriptions of Christmas Eve I’ve ever read. The story is warm and wonderful and I loved it.” Abi Elphinstone, author of The Unmapped Chronicles series “Well known in the children’s book world as the creator of Authorfy, Taylor-Bessent makes her debut with the story of the world’s most Christmassy family. Full of festive giggles and a message about what really matters.” – Fiona Noble, The Bookseller ‘It’s a very impressive debut effort from Taylor-Bessent’ – Financial Times
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Albert Whitman & Company SPACE RACE
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Pan Macmillan My Mechanical Romance
Book SynopsisAlexene Farol Follmuth is a first-generation American, a romance enthusiast, and a lover and writer of stories. Alexene has penned a number of adult SFF projects under the name Olivie Blake, including the webtoon Clara and the Devil and the BookTok-viral The Atlas Six. My Mechanical Romance is her YA debut. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, baby, and rescue pit bull.Trade ReviewThe message is clear: Women deserve to take up space in the STEM world too. A delightful teen romance about building robots – and new futures. * Kirkus Reviews *My Mechanical Romance shines a light on the struggles bright young girls face in STEM fields, and combines it with an adorable romance that will leave you warm and smiling long after the last page. It’s romcom perfection. -- Adiba Jaigirdar, author of The Henna Wars
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Pan Macmillan Begin Again
Book SynopsisEmma Lord is a digital media editor and writer living in New York City, where she spends whatever time she isn't writing either running or belting show tunes in community theater. She graduated from the University of Virginia with a major in psychology and a minor in how to tilt your computer screen so nobody will notice you updating your fan fiction from the back row. She was raised on glitter, a whole lot of love, and copious amounts of grilled cheese. Emma Lord is the author of Tweet Cute, You Have a Match, When You Get the Chance and Begin Again.Trade ReviewThis grumpy-sunshine rom-com features a grouch with a secret heart of gold, an eternal optimist with plenty of depth beneath the surface, a healthy dose of banter, and a generous helping of Lord’s laugh-out-loud wit. * School Library Journal *
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Palgrave USA The Tarnished Garden
Book SynopsisIn this enchanting follow-up to The Gilded Girl, Maeve and Izzy O''Donnell must adjust to a new life together at the Manhattan School for Magicbut when Maeve''s magic goes rogue and their school is in danger, they''ll need to lean on one another to make things right.The Manhattan School for Magic is the newest kindling school in New York, but Maeve O'Donnell knows she doesn''t deserve her place there. Though her sister, Izzy, is one of the school''s founders and a hero to those who can now kindle, Maeve can''t control her magic and she lives in fear of anyoneespecially Izzyfinding out.When Maeve's worst fears come true and her magic goes rogue, it damages not only the new school but Izzy's reputation as well. While trying to repair what she's broken, Maeve discovers a mysterious garden in the tenement neighborhood of the Tarnish, a hidden place where her magic actually works. As her magic and confidence grow, she befriends the others for whom the garden
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Feiwel & Friends Lovely Dark and Deep
Book SynopsisFrom author Elisa A. Bonnin comes Lovely Dark and Deep, a YA dark academia novel exploring magic, loneliness, and the power of found family.
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Scholastic US Bad Food Live and Let Fry
Book SynopsisAll of your favorite characters from Belching Walrus Elementary return in the fourth Bad Food book by the Doodle Boy Joe Whale and bestselling author Eric Luper!Slice, Totz and Scoop are back in a brand-new adventure! After saving Belching Walrus Elementary yet again, our favorite cafeteria food are ready to finally lay back and relax... not! When a family of donuts show up at the school to tackle an unexpected foe, it''s up to our favorite foods to confront the threat and save Belching Walrus once and for all! Are they up to the task? Read and find out!
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