Children’s / Teenage fiction: School stories

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

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

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

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Book SynopsisLiz has always believed she's too black, too poor, too awkward toshine in her small, rich, prom-obsessed midwestern town. She hopesto become a doctor and has a plan that will get her out of Campbell,Indiana, forever. But when the financial aid she was countingon unexpectedly falls through, Liz's plans come crashing down. . .

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Book SynopsisJoin Mira and Dave the unicorn on an awesome outdoor adventure holiday in this brand new book in the bestselling Naughtiest Unicorn series! Perfect for young readers of 7+

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Book Synopsis'A soft, sweet, and incredibly important story about a nonbinary teen finding their voice. This book is going to be so important to so many people.' - Alice Oseman, author of HeartstopperIt's just three words: I am nonbinary. But that's all it takes to change everything.When Ben De Backer comes out as nonbinary, it doesn’t go down as planned: they are thrown out of their house and forced to move in with their estranged older sister.All Ben can do is try to keep a low profile in a new school. But Ben’s attempts to go unnoticed are thwarted when Nathan Allan, a funny and charismatic student, decides to take Ben under his wing.As Ben and Nathan’s friendship grows, their feelings begin to change. And what started as a disastrous turn of events looks like it might just be a chance to start a happier, new life . . .At turns heartbreaking and joyous, I Wish You All the Best by Mason DeaTrade ReviewA soft, sweet, and incredibly important story about a non-binary teen finding their voice. This book is going to be so important to so many people. -- Alice OsemanHeartfelt, romantic, and quietly groundbreaking. This book will save lives. -- Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking robot helps friendship blossom in this poignant and uplifting novella from bestseller Lisa Thompson, inspired by a true story. Anna’s anxious when she’s picked to befriend the new girl in her class. For a start, Ellie is ill and can’t come to school herself. So Anna has to communicate with her through a new kind of robot. But Anna is also worried that her life’s too small and boring to be of interest to her new friend. Compared to the other girls, she doesn’t have anything exciting to talk about and so when Ellie asks her a question, a little white lie pops out. Then another and another. When Ellie finds out the truth, can their friendship survive …? Inspired by a true story, a groundbreaking robot helps friendship blossom in this poignant and uplifting novella from bestseller Lisa Thompson.Trade Review"Rich in empathy" – The Bookseller "Told in a truly original way … Nothing small about it except the page extent" – Phil Earle "A short story this may be but it is overflowing with tender wisdom and kindness. Lisa Thompson has always had a magic touch when it comes to empathy and compassion in her stories. She is gifted with a remarkable insight into children’s feelings as well as the adults who love and care for them" – Mat Tobin "Wonderful and poignant … Written with empathy, sensitivity and compassion" – Emma Suffield "Quiet and gentle as it is, nonetheless this story packs a real punch and is delivered with the warmth, compassion and understanding that mark out Thompson’s writing" – LoveReading4Kids

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Book SynopsisAlan Gibbons returns with an action-packed football story accompanied by fascinating facts and historical detail about famous substitutes. New boy Smithy can’t understand why everyone is so excited about a player on the football team called “Bengo.” He’s been absent for the first few games of the season and starts the next game on the bench, so surely he can’t be that special? But when their coach pulls Smithy off and sends Bengo on in his place, Smithy gets a chance to see him in action. Bengo is easily the best player Smithy’s ever seen, putting in perfect crosses and generally running the opposition ragged. So why is Bengo left on the bench so often, and why does he seem to bottle it when any strong tackles come his way? An engaging football story accompanied by fascinating facts about famous substitutes, from reluctant-reader favourite Alan Gibbons.

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Book SynopsisThe fifth book in the hilarious Magnificent Mabel series, highly illustrated throughout and with three short stories - perfect for newly-confident readers.Meet Mabel - she's MAGNIFICENT.Sometimes life isn't fair for Mabel Chase. Like for instance she isn't allowed to go Trick or Treating on HALLOWEEN because she has to visit a relative instead. And even though there's a monster living under her bed, her parents STILL won't let her have a brand-new high-up bunk bed which wouldn't have ANY hiding spots for monsters. And NO-ONE at school believes her when she spots aliens in the playground. But none of that matters in the end ... because Mabel is still MAGNIFICENT.But none of that matters in the end ... because Mabel is still MAGNIFICENT.Look out for:Magnificent Mabel and the Rabbit RiotMagnificent Mabel and the Christmas ElfMagnificent Mabel and the Egg and Spoon RaceMagnificent Mabel and the Magic Caterpillar

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Book SynopsisIt is Charlotte''s first night at boarding school, and as she''s settling down to sleep, she sees the corner of the new building from her window. But when she wakes up, instead of the building there is a huge, dark cedar tree, and the girl in the next bed is not the girl who slept there last night. Somehow, Charlotte has slipped back forty years to 1918 and has swapped places with a girl called Clare. Charlotte and Clare swap places ever night until one day Charlotte becomes trapped in 1918 and must find a way to return to her own time before the end of term.

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Book SynopsisJacqueline Wilson (Author) Jacqueline Wilson wrote her first novel when she was nine years old, and she has been writing ever since. She is now one of Britain's bestselling and most beloved children's authors. She has written over 100 books and is the creator of characters such as Tracy Beaker and Hetty Feather. More than forty million copies of her books have been sold.As well as winning many awards for her books, including the Children's Book of the Year, Jacqueline is a former Children's Laureate, and in 2008 she was appointed a Dame.Jacqueline is also a great reader, and has amassed over 20,000 books, along with her famous collection of silver rings.Find out more about Jacqueline and her books at www.jacquelinewilson.co.ukNick Sharratt (Illustrator) Nick Sharratt has written and illustrated many books for children including Shark in the Park, You Choose and Pants. He has won numerous awardTrade ReviewTold in the zany, entirely convincing voice of Tracy Beaker herself . . . The strains of communal life with other children, rivalries and friendships and jokes, all spring to life, and Tracy's prose is decorated throughout with cheeky line drawings * The Sunday Times *An appealing mix of events and reactions that are both entertaining and moving. A book that lingers in the mind long after it is put down * Guardian *A sensitive and beautifully observed story . . . Our young readers appreciated both the humour and the pathos * Federation of Children's Book Groups, 1991 Pick of the Year *Tracy is lively and spirited, and her narrative funny and moving * The Bookseller *A breath of fresh air. It is entertaining yet tender but by no means sentimental when it confronts the need we all have for commitment in relationships, for trust, for love . . . A real bonus is that the book genuinely celebrates the act of writing - and not by preaching, I promise * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisWhen Clare and her family go on holiday, she is not allowed to take her pet spider Harry with her so when he sneaks away with her Clare is told off. But when her mum's suitcase goes missing, who can save the day?Purple/Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.Text type: A story with a familiar settingPosters on pages 22 and 23 advertise Harry''s services for finding lost items and remind the readers of Harry''s talents.Curriculum links: Citizenship: People who help us; Animals and us.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Book SynopsisNow a major TV series on SKY & NOWTVONLY A TRUE BEST FRIEND CAN PROTECT YOU FROM IMMORTAL ENEMIES . . .Lissa Dragomir is a mortal vampire. She must be protected at all times from the fiercest and most dangerous vampires of all - the ones who will never die.Rose Hathaway is Lissa''s best friend - and her bodyguard.Now, after two years of illicit freedom, they''ve been dragged back inside the iron gates of St. Vladimir''s Academy. The girls must survive a world of forbidden romances, a ruthless social scene and terrifying night-time rituals. But above all, they must never let their guard down, lest the immortal vampires take Lissa - forever . . .''We''re suckers for it!'' - Entertainment Weekly''Humorous, kick-ass, action-packed novel'' - The Guardian Also available in the Vampire Academy series:Vampire Academy (Book 1)Vampire Academy: Frostbite (Book 2)Vampire Academy: Shadow Kiss (

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Book Synopsis''The cat is supposed to be on the broomstick, Mildred,'' said Miss Hardbroom wearily.The new term spells disaster for Mildred Hubble, trainee witch at Miss Cackle''s Academy for Witches. But she is determined to lose her embarrassing reputation as the worst witch the Academy has ever seen. But however hard she tries, things rapidly get out of hand!''Hurray for Jill Murphy - readers will love the antics of Mildred Hubble and her hopeless tabby cat'' - IndependentThere are 8 hilarious Worst Witch adventures to collect:The Worst WitchThe Worst Witch Strikes AgainA Bad Spell for the Worst WitchThe Worst Witch All at SeaThe Worst Witch Saves the DayThe Worst Witch to the RescueThe Worst Witch and the Wishing StarFirst Prize for the Worst WitchTrade ReviewMillions of young readers have fallen under the spell of Jill Murphy's Worst Witch—Sunday Express

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Book Synopsis*Join Harry Potter on the magical journey of a lifetime in the second book in J.K. Rowling's multi-award-winning series.Harry Potter's summer has included the worst birthday ever, doomy warnings from a house-elf called Dobby and rescue from the Dursleys by his friend Ron Weasley in a magical flying car! Back at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for his second year, Harry hears strange whispers echo through empty corridors and then the attacks start. Students are found as though turned to stone Dobby's sinister predictions seem to be coming true.J.K. Rowling's internationally bestselling Harry Potter books continue to captivate new generations of readers. Harry's second adventure alongside his friends, Ron and Hermione, invites you to explore even more of the wizarding world; from the waving, walloping branches of the Whomping Willow to the thrills of a rain-streaked Quidditch pitch. This gorgeous hardback edition features a spectacular cover by awarTrade ReviewI’ve yet to meet a ten-year-old who hasn’t been entranced by its witty, complex plot and the character of the eponymous Harry * Independent *Spellbinding, enchanting, bewitching stuff * Mirror *Teachers say a chapter can silence the most rowdy of classes * Guardian *One of the greatest literary adventures of modern times * Sunday Telegraph *The Harry Potter stories will join that small group of children’s books which are read and reread into adulthood * TLS *

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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.Aisha and her friendly unicorn, Silver, are having lots of fun at Unicorn Academy, but Aisha keeps getting distracted and Silver just wants to play! Huge hailstorms are putting the school in danger, and it looks like bad magic might be involved. Suddenly Aisha and Silver are in a race against time to stop the storms and save their school from a mysterious villain.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: Lily and Feather, Phoebe and Shimmer, Zara and Moonbeam and many more!

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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!Impulsive Isla isn't afraid of breaking a few rules to win the school treasure hunt and her dolphin, Bubble, is always up for a dare. But the seas surrounding the academy are swirling with magic, and soon Isla and Bubble find themselves in very deep water...Mermaid Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure.Look out for more titles! Cora and Sparkle and Maya and Rainbow

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Book SynopsisThe second in a hilarious school-based comedy series for 7+ with black and white illustrations throughout. A modern day Just William, perfect for fans of Wimpy Kid and Pamela Butchart!When an important visitor turns up at school one day, Lenny and his friends are surprised to find themselves sent to the back field to count the footballs and tidy up the bibs. The school dog, Crumbs, has been sent there too. He's quite a lively dog and prone to over-enthusiasm. Suddenly they realise it's all a ruse to keep them away from the guest! Furious, and not a little hurt, our heroes rush into school, demanding answers and an apology. The subsequent encounter (chase) with the important visitor nearly brings down the school. But, of course, Lenny and friends, with the help of the enthusiastic Crumbs, save the day and show everyone that Fleurwood Academy is the place to be!

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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!With every end comes a new beginning Join your favourite students in the fourth book in this bestselling series.Before they can graduate, the students of the School for Good and Evil must complete their fourth-year Quests for Glory. The stakes are high: success brings eternal adoration, and failure means obscurity forever.For their quests, Agatha and Tedros are trying to return Camelot to its former splendour as queen and king. For her quest, Sophie seeks to mould Evil in her own image as Dean.But they soon grow isolated and alone, and all of the students'' quests seem to plunge into chaos. Amidst obstacles both dangerous and unpredictable, who will rise and lead the charge to save them . . . ?Trade ReviewPraise for THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL: “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 “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 “Twill enchant young girls and boys alike with its twisted take on the classic fairytales.” – The Bookbag “Dark, funny and entertaining” – Teenlibrarian.co.uk

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Book SynopsisBrilliantly funny new young series about the bravest scaredy-cat in the worldSam Wu is NOT a scaredy-cat (except when he is). And when a shark TOTALLY tries to eat him at the local aquarium, he decides he''s not going to take any more chances. So at his friend''s birthday party at the beach, Sam refuses to dip even a toe in the water. Nothing could go wrong now, could it?A wonderful belly-laugh of a book, perfect for young fans of Tom Gates and Pamela Butchart.Intensely likeable and sharply observed comic capers' GuardianIllustrated 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 BooksellerAlso look out for Sam is NOT Afraid of Ghosts and Sam Wu is NOT Afraid of the Dark!Katie and Kevin Tsang met in in 2008 while studying at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Since then

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Book SynopsisA love story about opening your heart, by Rainbow Rowell, the New York Times bestselling author of Eleanor & Park.Cath and Wren are identical twins, and until recently they did absolutely everything together. Now they're off to university and Wren's decided she doesn't want to be one half of a pair any more – she wants to dance, meet boys, go to parties and let loose. It's not so easy for Cath. She's horribly shy and has always buried herself in the fan fiction she writes, where she always knows exactly what to say and can write a romance far more intense than anything she's experienced in real life.Without Wren, Cath is completely on her own and totally outside her comfort zone. She's got a surly room-mate with a charming, always-around boyfriend, a fiction-writing professor who thinks fan fiction is the end of the civilized world, a handsome classmate who only wants to talk about words . . . And she can't sTrade ReviewAbsolutely captivating * Kirkus Reviews (starred review) *A funny and tender coming-of-age story that's also the story of a writer finding her voice...touching and utterly real. * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *Authentic dialogue, a remarkable empathy with adolescents and an honest portrayal of young, vulnerable love make this a riveting read. * Lancashire Evening Post *This novel is funny, sad, clever and entertaining. * Armadillo Magazine *A treat for teenage girls on the lookout for a novelistic take on first love... clever enough to keep you reading on. * The Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisHowl with laughter and squeal with delight at this monstrously exciting new picture book from number one bestselling author David Walliams, illustrated by the awesome Adam Stower!Howler is a SMALL werewolf with a BIG problem.He is just not SCARY! And that makes him the odd one out at Monster SchoolBut when Howler finds some new friends, he discovers that being the ODD one out might just make him the COOLEST one of allWith giggles on every page, this hilarious new picture book is perfect for ALL little monsters.* Perfect Halloween Picture Book From Sunday Times bestselling author David Walliams* Ideal Halloween Gift and Keepsake Perfect for adding to a Halloween basket!* Parent & Educator Approved Quality The story is aligned with EYFS guidelines to encourage imaginative play and social-emotional learningTrade Review PRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS’ PICTURE BOOKS: “Pre-schoolers will roar with laughter” – Daily Express “Part Aesop, part Spike Milligan… this is rollicking stuff” – Big Issue “Funny and with brilliant illustrations… sure to be another bestseller” – The Sun PRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS: “I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics.” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole “Dahl finally has a worthy successor” – Telegraph "Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" – The Sun

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Book SynopsisCrazy Rich Asians meets Gossip Girl by way of Jenny Han in this knock-out debut about a Korean American teen who is thrust into the competitive, technicolor world of K-pop, from Jessica Jung, K-pop legend and former lead singer of one of the most influential K-pop girl groups of all time, Girls Generation.From internationally renowned K-pop legend Jessica Jung comes a fresh YA novel that peels back the curtain on the intense world of K-pop from the perspective of a Korean American girl, like Jessica, who is scouted off the street and thrust into an unknown world of competition, strict training and wild fame.What would you give for a chance to live your dreams? For eighteen-year-old Korean American Rachel Kim, the answer is almost everything. Six years ago, she was recruited by DB Entertainment one of Seoul's largest K-pop labels, known for churning out some of the world's most popular stars. The rules are simple: Train 24/7. Be perfect. Don't date. Easy right?Not so much. As the dark Trade Review“Shine is a lush, heart-filled story with a core of whip-smart satire. In Rachel, Jung has created a protagonist both sympathetic and believable, a girl dreaming big in a brutal industry. Prepare to laugh, cry, and devour this all in one sitting.” – Marie Lu, New York Times bestselling author of the Warcross Series

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of The Date to Save and It''s Not Me, It''s You comes a new novel about what happens when a rumor about a breakup is more interesting than the truth!For fans of Mean Girls and other high school comedies. - Kirkus ReviewsPlenty of hyperbole provides copious amounts of laughter. Give this to readers who crave something light and humorous. - BooklistWhat did you hear?Kimberly Landis-Lilley and Teddy Lin are over. Yes, the Kim and Teddy broke up.At least that''s what Phil Spooner thinks he overheard and then told Jess Howard, Kim''s best friend. Something about Teddy not liking Kim''s Instas? Or was it that Teddy is moving to Italy and didn''t want to do long distance? Or that Kim slid into someone else''s DMs?Jess told her boyfriend, Elvis, that he needs to be on Kim''s side. Especially if he wants to keep her as his girlfriend. But Elvis is also Teddy''s best friend.Now, Kim''s run out of school for the day. Jess is

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Book SynopsisGeorge and Harold, and their doubles, Yesterday George and YesterdayHarold, have a good thing going. Two of them go to school, whilethe other two hide in the tree house playing video games -- thenthey switch! But when gym teacher Mr. Meaner uses mind-controlto create obedient, perfect robot children, the future of humanityis in their hands!

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Book SynopsisThe perfect mix of funny, foul and fearful'' Metro''Brilliantly imagined laugh-out-loud funny'' Sunday ExpressA brand new title in the bestselling gorgeously gothic and wickedly funny Amelia Fang series perfect for readers of 7+MEET AMELIA FANGThe bravest little vampire in the kingdomIt's the half-moon holiday in gloomy Nocturnia which means no school for Amelia and her friends! Instead they are going to spend it with their Rainbow Rangers troop, (led by unicorns Ricky and Graham) earning badges on Sugarplum Island.But whilst exploring, Amelia and the gang stumble upon an ancient curse and are shrunk to the size of bugs! How will they make the bloodcurdlingly BIG journey to break the curse when they are all so very TINY?Sink your fangs into Amelia's other howlingly hilarious adventures:Amelia Fang and the Barbaric BallAmelia Fang and the Unicorn LordsAmelia Fang and the Memory ThiefAmelia Fang is perfect for readers of 7+ and fans of Witch Wars, The Worst Witch and Isadora MoonWheTrade ReviewThe perfect mix of funny, foul and fearful ', Metro 'Brilliantly imagined . . . laugh-out-loud funny', Sunday Express

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Book Synopsis10 year old Archie Crumb is having a tough time. Picked-on at school, picked last for any team, his dad has a new wife and little daughter and not much time for Archie, and his mum is struggling. But things start looking up when Archie comes off his bike, bumps his head, and literally sees stars...

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Book SynopsisRosalind hates her new secondary school. She's the weird girl who doesn't talk. The Mute-ant. And it's easy to pick on someone who can't fight back. So Rosalind starts a blog - Miss Nobody; a place to speak up, a place where she has a voice. But there's a problem... Is Miss Nobody becoming a bully herself?Trade ReviewA wonderful book about finding one's own voice. * Ann M. Martin, author of The Baby-Sitters Club *Will appeal to fans of Jacqueline Wilson and Cathy Cassidy. * Catherine Bruton, author of No Ballet Shoes in Syria *A beautifully crafted and very important novel. * Lucy Strange, author of The Secret of Nightingale Wood *So much heart and warmth, and funny! An absolute joy. * Sara Barnard, author of Beautiful Broken Things *Authentic and sensitive, this novel deals honestly with difficult emotions. * The Metro *

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Book SynopsisJamie Johnson can't believe his luck. He's playing for KingfieldSchool in the Cup Semi-Final and scouts from his favourite club,Hawkstone United, are coming to watch! But Jamie's hopes of a professionalcareer still have a long way to go...

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Book SynopsisBeing BAD has never felt so GOOD! The second book in the villainously funny, highly illustrated young middle-grade series from author-illustrator Ryan Hammond. For fans of Amelia Fang, Dog Man and Grimwood. Don’t miss the third installment, How to Win the Gruesome Games, out in April 2024!   ‘A charmingly villainous adventure about friendship, school and unspeakable evil.’ Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God’s Guide to Being Good ‘Criminally fun!’ Danny Wallace, author of The Day the Screens Went Blank   It’s the start of the winter term and there’s a new teacher in town at Villains Academy – the notorious dragon-rider Felix Frostbite. Class Z are in awe of him and his lessons on venomous beasts and mythical creatures, but werewolf Bram is suspicious. Soon Bram and his friends the Cereal Killers unco

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Book SynopsisBilly Plimpton took to the stage and captivated the crowd at the triumphant ending to THE BOY WHO MADE EVERYONE LAUGH, and in the sequel, he's going to go viral.

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Book SynopsisFrom WEBTOON, the #1 digital comic platform, comes the 3rd book in the unOrdinary series one of the site's biggest and most exciting comics, with an incredible 1.2 BILLION VIEWS and 5.8 MILLION SUBSCRIBERSThe action-packed series from the #1 digital comic platform WEBTOON continues in a whirlwind of drama, conflict and secrecy as a rogue group called Ember wreaks havoc and begins attacking the students of Wellston High!When Seraphina finds herself powerless in a world that prizes powers, she becomes an unexpected target. As Arlo grapples with the task of keeping Seraphina''s predicament a secret, a rogue group called Ember begins attacking students without remorse.Tensions come to a head in this struggle of power dynamics, loss and the weight of secrets in a world where abilities reign supreme.

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Book Synopsis''It isn''t actually a known spell. I sort of made it up myself.''Mildred Hubble has always been the worst witch at Miss Cackle''s Academy, but she just knows this term will be different. She''s done the best holiday project ever and she''s sure that her form teacher, the fearsome Miss Hardbroom, will be impressed. Even her arch-enemy, Ethel Hallow, is being friendly to her! But is it all too good to be true - will disaster strike again for the Worst Witch?Mildred may be the worst witch at the academy but she''s the best friend you could ever have. Millions of readers love her. And so will you . . .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 SynopsisGet ready to journal and learn to tell your own story with Raina Telgemeier, the #1 New York Times bestselling creator of Smile, Sisters, Drama, and Ghosts!Calling all fans of Raina Telgemeier!Have you ever thought about telling your own story, whether it be true or imagined? Are you interested in writing, drawing, or both? If the answers are yes, this fun, colorful, and interactive journal is for you! With guidance from Raina herself, brainstorm ideas, make lists, paste in personal photos, and use your imagination like never before to create your own stories. For additional inspiration, behind-the-scenes info from Raina''s own comics-making adventures is featured inside.BONUS: Raina''s next graphic novel, Guts, will be published on September 17, 2019. A special sneak peek is included in this book!

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Book SynopsisMr Grizley''s class is hosting a fundraiser for the animal shelter. Cecilia is disappointed that she forgot to bring in the food she was going to sell. Can her classmates come to the rescue and help her make a new plan? This early chapter book offers a fun and inviting approach to character education, complete with a special activity reinforcing social emotional learning skills.

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Book SynopsisThe second book in this madcap must-read series for 6+ boysYou know when someone''s horrible to you in a dream and you wake up really annoyed with them? That's what happened to me with my best friend Bunky.Barry has a new problem: Gordon Smugly who's got the most perfect name for himself ever in the history of having a name, because he looks like a Gordon and is smug and ugly has stolen Barry's best friend.Join Barry as he attempts to get Bunky back, organises a girly-screamvoice test and tries to avoid seeing his teacher kissing his gran.Trade Review`Have you got a boy aged 7+ who is a reluctant reader? Get him a copy of this book and he may just change his mind about reading!’ Parents in Touch ` I laughed so much, I thought I was going to burst’ Finbar, aged 6 `Twice as good as my other favourite book, Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ Ben, aged 7

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Book SynopsisThe gang are off on another adventure to find the next missing piece of the Evoker King. What they find is buzzare!Harper and her friends tackle a real-life ecological crisis. The bees around their school and the Stonesword Library are disappearing and a splinter of the Evoker King has taken on the form of a bee colony with a hive mind!Could there be a connection with the rip they''ve seen growing bigger and darker in the Minecraft sky? And will their actions make things better or worse?Find out in the next amazing instalment of the Minecraft Stonesword Chapter Book series.Trade ReviewGreatest Game of the 21st Century – Guardian

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Book SynopsisINSPIRED BY THE KISSING BOOTH 3 - NOW A MAJOR NETFLIX FILM!It started with a kiss. It ends with a chance to rewrite the rules.For one last time, join Elle, Noah, Lee and all your favourite Kissing Booth characters for the conclusion to this incredible romantic story!Summer is here, and Elle can''t wait to spend it with her two favourite boys: Noah and Lee! Better yet, they''ll be chilling at the Flynn family beach home, where Elle and Lee discover the Beach Bucket List - their childhood wishlist of crazy things they swore they''d do together before going to college. Elle is determined to make this the best summer ever . . . because she''s facing the hardest decision of her life. Should she move across the country to join Noah at Harvard, or fulfil her lifelong promise to go to college with Lee at Berkeley?Soon, between spending time with Noah, picking a school, and doing the bucket list with Lee, Elle feels like she''s runnin

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Book Synopsis''Ideal for fans of Robin Stevens'' - The Week JuniorTHE DETENTION DETECTIVES ARE BACK! And there''s been another murder...Headstrong LYDIA leads the new case. As a school reporter, she's great at getting the facts. But when someone unexpected arrives at Gran's, it's clear she's missing some cluesSensitive DANIEL is convinced this case is linked to their first. As a young carer he's got a lot on his plate, so he needs the trio to work on this together. He just needs to persuadeNot-so-new-boy JONNO, who's settled in at Hanbridge High. But he's so distracted by his new band maybe solving crimes just isn't cool anymore? Or maybe he's scared of finding out the truthCan you solve the case before THE DETENTION DETECTIVES?Praise for The Detention Detectives series: Top-grade misbehaviour' The Guardian''a fresh new take on the murder mystery genre'' - The School Library Association''Friendship, trust, courage and determination are at the heart of this extremely funny murder-mystery tale'' - BookTrust''Lis Jardine is an exciting new voice...This new school set crime series is well worth investigating'' - LoveReading4KidsTrade ReviewIdeal for fans of Robin Stevens * The Week Junior *

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Book SynopsisFrom awardwinning author Kacen Callender comes a revelatory YA novel about a transgender teen grappling with identity and self-discovery while falling in love for the first time.Felix Love has never been in love and, yes, he's painfully aware of the irony. He desperately wants to know what it's like and why it seems so easy for everyone but him to find someone. What's worse is that, even though he is proud of his identity, Felix also secretly fears that he's one marginalisation too many Black, queer and transgender to ever get his own happily-ever-after.When an anonymous student begins sending him transphobic messages after publicly posting Felix's deadname alongside images of him before he transitioned Felix comes up with a plan for revenge. What he didn't count on: his catfish scenario landing him in a quasilove triangle . . .But as he navigates his complicated feelings, Felix begins a journey of questioning and self-discovery that helps Trade Review'Felix is like the story itself-boldly empathic, hopeful, and full of love. This top-notch depiction of a messy, complicated, romantic young artist navigating the bumpy road to self-love and self-determination sticks its landing at every turn.' - Publishers Weekly (starred review)'From its stunning cover art to the rich, messy, nuanced narrative at its heart, this is an unforgettable story of friendship, heartbreak, forgiveness, and self-discovery, crafted by an author whose obvious respect for teen readers radiates from every page.' - ALA Booklist (starred review)

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Book SynopsisThe brand-new addictive thriller that fans of Karen M. McManus and Holly Jackson will be DYING to read.  The ROCK she fell from . . . The PAPER she clutched . . .The KILLERS she thought were friends . . . When five Dublin teenagers arrive at a rural coastal college to cram for their final exams, their most pressing concern is the prospect of a month with no partying. Little do they know that one of them will never make it back home . . . A page-turning and gripping thriller with a shocking twist, Rock Paper Killers is perfect for fans of Riverdale, One of Us is Lying and We Were Liars.See what readers are saying about Rock Paper Killers:‘I read it all in one sitting because I was so addicted’ – NetGalley – Lily and Lucie, Reviewers‘Can’t wait to see what else this author has to off

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Book Synopsisbut Greer has her own troubling doubts about Henry's death which make it hard to dismiss Caro completely . . Can Greer, Shafeen and Nel work out what Rollo de Warlencourt is planning for his deadly Boxing Day Hunt at Longcross in time to save Ty - who has now gone silent?Trade ReviewA very readable story in the hands of an experienced writer. Recommended * Thornton Rigg *the book delivered much more than I even anticipated * Book Mad Blog *The pacing and plot development is brilliantly executed and will have you on the edge of your seat, desperate to find out what happens next until the very last page, I couldn't put it down once I'd started. There's a brilliant twist at the end, I won't spoil it but trust me, It's a good one! I can't recommend this book enough, it's definitely in my top ten 2017 reads and I'll definitely be buying a finished copy when it's out. * Fantastic Book Dragon *STAGS is a pacey and well-plotted young adult story that champions outsiders and questions out-dated viewpoints in a constantly evolving world. It makes for an entertaining standalone novel but a sequel wouldn't be unwelcome. * Culture Fly *MA Bennett is brilliant at keeping the reader in suspense. * Book Murmuration *Students will love this as it also has a hint of romance without being intrusive for boy readers. Hailed as the new Hunger Games, it reminded me more of The Chocolate War by Robert Cormier. A good read. * Reading Zone *I read and finished this book in just a day only putting it down for food. It was absolutely gripping and interesting, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this and I didn't want to put it down whatsoever and I wasn't let down by my anticipation for it which was good! * Niffler Reads *Part traditional, part modern, thriller and boarding school drama, with echoes of everything from Agatha Christie to The Hunger Games, this really is a wonderful mosaic of a novel. * Nudge-Book *MA Bennett reinvigorates the boarding-school thriller... This is a darkly compelling examination of the allure of privilege, and the unscrupulous means by which it preserves itself. * The Guardian *S.T.A.G.S is a thrilling and thoroughly enjoyable YA novel with dark undertones. A fun mystery thriller that sheds light on issues surrounding class and society. Highly recommend. * The Book Bag *a gorgeous and compelling romp * Irish Times *Good and twisty and definitely unique... if you're looking for something creepy and autumnal to read, I'd recommend S.T.A.G.S. * The Cosy Reader *

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Book SynopsisWhen a substitute teacher is called to stand in for Mrs Jewls, it can mean only one thing – strange things are going to happen at Wayside School. Miss Mush has prepared a special lunch of baked liver in purple sauce and it is pet day on the thirtieth floor. There are dogs and cats and frogs and skunks and an orange named Fido, causing a terrible commotion. Not to mention the arrival of the POOPS handbook in the playground … Enjoy all the fun in this enormously humorous and quirky introduction to Louis Sachar's famously dry wit. From top to bottom, Wayside is packed with quirky and hilarious characters who are all brought to life in this new edition with delightful illustrations by Aleksei Bitskoff. This is an unmissable, irrepressible story of mixed-up mayhem from Louis Sachar, the bestselling author of Holes.Trade ReviewLouis Sachar is one of the few masters of American fiction * Independent on Sunday on Louis Sachar *Thirty clever, fast-moving stories that describe the bizarre events at Wayside School ... each story is refreshingly different * Guardian on SIDEWAYS STORIES FROM WAYSIDE SCHOOL *Magic and hard realism come crashing together. This is an extraordinary and unconventional novel * Observer on HOLES *

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Book Synopsis''Rico and Nick make a great team!'' Jacqueline Wilson-----An empowering and authentic football story by Junior Premier League footballer Rico Hinson-King, illustrated by the beloved Nick Sharratt about bravery, teamwork and making sure EVERYONE is included.-----Charlie LOVES football. In fact, it is his life. He practises morning, noon and night and all of his dreams come true when he gets a spot on a pro football team.However, at Charlie's school things aren't going so well as one of his friends starts leaving him out during football. Charlie notices that other children are being left out too just because they are different. But Charlie knows that football is for EVERYONE so he starts a team where ALL are welcome, no matter who you are or what you look like.A heart-warming tale about the importance of including everyone.A positive tale of triumph over adversity. We thoroughly recommend it.' Show Racism the Red Card

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