Children’s / Teenage fiction: Short stories

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Book SynopsisA bumper collection of five-minute short stories by the world's best-loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up! Whizz through five-minute tales in this brilliant collection by Enid Blyton. From animal and school adventures to outdoor wanders and magical mischief and mayhem, there's a story for everyone! These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to read alone. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom.    Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.    Read all of Enid Blyton's bumper short story collections. New in 2023:  Five-Minute Stories Stories of Tails and Whiskers Spellbinding Stories Cosy Fireside Stories

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Book SynopsisA collection of short stories about some extremely mischievous children from the world's favourite storyteller Enid Blyton. Perfect for children aged 5 and up!

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Book SynopsisJon Scieszka introduces some really stupid off-the-wall fairy tales including: Chicken Licken', The Princess and the Bowling Ball'; The Really Ugly Duckling', and Jack''s Bean Problem'.Chosen by children as the Book of the Year for the Federation of Children's Book Groups, the book was described by She magazine as, The most delightful collection of stories a young cynic could hope to read'.

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Book SynopsisLaugh-out-loud hilarity with two-colour illustrations from the incomparable Pamela Butchart - three stories of mayhem and chaos where pupils' imaginations run riot...Year 2 at Wigglesbottom Primary is never boring. They don't expect to run a race against a chicken at Sports Day, or eat green toxic slime at lunch (it's halloween custard!) or that Anne Marie Moor is an ant queen and one of her subjects is called Lady Gaga. BUT THEY LOVE EVERY MINUTE OF IT! Perfect for newly-independent readers, these are more funny school stories from award-winning Pamela Butchart, brilliantly illustrated by Becka Moor.

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Book SynopsisWith 7 specially written stories based on popular themes for 4-year-olds, plus an eye-catching new look, this treasury is sure to stand out

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Book SynopsisHeralding his outstanding return to young adult fiction, Keith Gray captures the subtle agonies of teen life in this compelling, bittersweet tale of rivalry and friendship. In this compelling story of teenage rivalry and friendship, award-winning author Keith Gray captures the subtle agonies and reality of life growing up in a small town. Sully is the best climber in the village. He can scale the Twisted Sister’s tangled branches and clamber up Double Trunker with ease. But when new kid Nottingham shows up and astonishes everyone with his climbing skills, Sully’s status is under threat and there’s only one way to prove who’s best. Sully and Nottingham must race to climb the last unnamed tree. Whoever makes it to the top will become a legend. But something spiteful and ugly has reared its head in Sully … Is it worth losing everything just to reach the top?Trade Review"Keith Gray is a fine author for young adults, with an understanding of teenagers that rings true. This dyslexia-friendly novella, for any audience, demonstrates that a book that is brief and written in simple language can still be profound … a neatly constructed page-turner" – The Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week "Spare, brief, limpidly clear, this novella from a multi-award-winning author distils the thin-skinned, painful sensitivity of teenage boys, desperate both to stand out and fit in" – Imogen Russell Williams, The Guardian "Keith Gray is the real deal, a writer of intelligence, toughness, and heart. The Climbers is a moving, surprising story of competition, self-awareness, friendship, and the more you look, the deeper the damn thing gets" – Patrick Ness "Gray's writing is taut and unflinching. This is a powerful punch of a book" – Marcus Sedgwick "What a magnificent writer Keith Gray is … Short and direct, yet as complex and intricate as the twisted and treacherous trees his characters ascend" – Anthony McGowan "If [Keith Gray] had been writing when I was a kid, then I would have been a reader … He understands what it means to be a teenager … The Climbers is a gem of a book" – Phil Earle "The Climbers is superb – hard-hitting, unflinching, but touched throughout by warmth and soul. Sully and Nottingham are great characters – achingly real and I was drawn right into their rivalry. Proper British teen drama of the type I adore" – Bali Rai "It's a wonderful piece of writing, in just one hundred pages giving readers extraordinary insight into these two young men and the experiences that have shaped them. Readers will recognise themselves or their classmates in Sully and Nottingham and the story is as natural, tangled and deep rooted as the trees they climb. Superb" – Andrea Reece, LoveReading4Kids

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Book SynopsisA delightfully dreadful collection of the most gruesome grown-ups from the phenomenally bestselling David Walliams and artistic genius Tony RossThink your teachers are bad? Wait until you meet this lot. These ten tales of the world's most splendidly sinister teachers will have you running for the school gates.Dr Dread teaches science and is half man, half monster! And watch out for the always furious Miss Seethe she's on a detention rampage!From number one bestselling author David Walliams come ten delightfully dreadful tales, illustrated throughout by artistic genius Tony Ross.Trade Review Praise for The World’s Worst Children: “This really is Walliams at his most indulgently gross and silly – the perfect combination for thousands of his loyal fans… stunningly illustrated by Ross who captures the energy and chaos of the stories” Daily Mail “Laugh-out-loud funny and…downright disgusting” Daily Express “Walliams is a big author with big ideas and plenty of illustrations, all combining to make for real page-turners, even for kids who would normally look at you as if you’re mad to suggest reading for pleasure” The Independent

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Book SynopsisEnjoy Wales's rich heritage of myth and fairy tales, re-told foryoung readers. From magical Welsh dragons that destroy a castle night after night,to a princess made out of flowers and a fairy changeling bother,this book includes traditional favourites and classic myths andlegends from Welsh folklore.

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Book SynopsisBE WARNED! AWFUL ANIMALS LURK INSIDEMillions of readers have loved The World's Worst Children, The World's Worst Teachers and The World's Worst Parents now they will delight in this ludicrously laugh-out-loud collection of pets, brought to you by the phenomenal Number One bestselling author David Walliams, with every story illustrated in vibrant colour by Adam Stower.These ten tales of the world's craziest creatures will have you shaking with laughter. You'll never look at pets in the same way again!Marvel at Houdini, the magician's rabbit. Take a trip around the world with Zoom, the supersonic tortoise. Gasp at the chaos created by Griselda, a grizzly bear with a big secret. And RUN FOR YOUR LIVES! It's Furp, the monstrous goldfish!Good pets, bad pets, supervillain pets, pets as big as a house and pets that could eat you in one gulp these are the most hilarious and horrendous animals around.David Walliams was most recently Children's #1bestseller for six weeks withGangsta Granny Strikes Again!(TCM chart: from 20 Nov 2021)Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE WORLD’S WORST SERIES: “This really is Walliams at his most indulgently gross and silly – the perfect combination for thousands of his loyal fans” – Daily Mail “Laugh-out-loud funny and…downright disgusting” – Daily Express “Often described as the modern-day Roald Dahl, Walliams is a big author with big ideas and plenty of illustrations, all combining to make for real page-turners, even for kids who would normally look at you as if you’re mad to suggest reading for pleasure” – The Independent

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Book Synopsis Ten cautionary tales and a delightfully dreadful cast of characters from number one bestselling author David Walliams! Trade Review Praise for The World’s Worst Children: "'I loved it because it's so funny I laughed my head off!" Ben, aged 8 "A positively gruesome book" Guardian “This really is Walliams at his most indulgently gross and silly – the perfect combination for thousands of his loyal fans… stunningly illustrated by Ross who captures the energy and chaos of the stories” Daily Mail “Laugh-out-loud funny and…downright disgusting” Daily Express “Often described as the modern-day Roald Dahl, Walliams is a big author with big ideas and plenty of illustrations, all combining to make for real page-turners, even for kids who would normally look at you as if you’re mad to suggest reading for pleasure” Independent Praise for David Walliams’ books: “The new Roald Dahl” Evening Standard "A triumphant mix of wit and warmth" Telegraph “Ridiculously over-the-top and utterly delightful” Spectator "His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" Sun “Delightfully funny” Metro

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Book Synopsis50 classic nature stories from Angela McAllister are brought to life with sumptuous illustrations from Hannah Bess Ross, making this an anthology to treasure for a lifetime and celebrating nature and getting outdoors.Trade Review“Latest in the series of beautifully produced story anthologies from McAllister, this time drawing on nature myths and stories from around the world.” * The Bookseller *

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Book Synopsis''Hilarious and charming'' Dav Pilkey, bestselling author of Dogman and Captain UnderpantsThe perfect first book for young 5 year-old, 6 year-old, 7 year old and 8 year-old readers looking for funny, high interest books that are an accessible read, where they''ll discover the joys of friendship, working together and the power of imagination. Featuring three short stories and a super fun ocean fact page and joke page too!Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do they love waffles, parties and adventures. Join Narwhal and Jelly as they discover the whole wide ocean together.PRAISE FOR Narwhal: Unicorn of the Sea:''Undersea adventures have never been so darn cute . The incessant charm and unabashed joy should make this an easy sell. Swimmingly delightful and a guaranteed smile-maker'' Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews''An utterly enchanting start to a series that's bound to be popular among young readers'' -STrade ReviewHilarious and charming. The most lovable duo.', Dav Pilkey, bestselling author of the DOGMAN series and CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS 'Undersea adventures have never been so darn cute …. The incessant charm and unabashed joy should make this an easy sell. Swimmingly delightful and a guaranteed smile-maker.', Starred review, Kirkus reviews ''An utterly enchanting start to a series that’s bound to be popular among young readers' -', Starred Review, School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisPrincess Minna loves to sort out mix-ups and mishaps in the kingdom! In this full-colour, illustrated chapter book, join her on her hilarious quest to be the best princess OF ALL! Princess Minna lives in Castle Tall-Towers with the King and Queen, Raymond the Wizard and her best dragon friend, Lorenzo. There are often mix-ups and mishaps in the kingdom and Princess Minna loves to sort them out!She can tame unicorns, kiss frogs and fight dragons (apart from Lorenzo) and she is very good at fixing things before it's time for bed.In The Best Princess, Princess Minna's mirror ALWAYS tells her that she's the best princess of all, so she's SHOCKED when one day it says that PRINCESS SKY-BLUE is the best! Princess Minna sets out to put things right again but learns instead that being a BEST FRIEND is far better!Full of colourful illustrations, these short, funny stories are perfect for readers just moving on from picture books and visual readers.

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Book SynopsisThe number one bestselling author of Alex Rider gives horror a whole new look in this mischievous collection of ten twisted tales.This chilling collection of ten nightmarish and fiendishly funny short stories is a perfect read for fearless children. From a train journey straight to hell, out of control robots with a murderous streak and even a television show where death is the penalty these terrifying tales display the dazzling wit and wicked humour of master storyteller Anthony Horowitz, and are guaranteed to make your blood curdle and your spine tingle.Trade Review“This is a tense, twisted, treat for fans of frightsome fiction, with the bite-sized narrative bursts making it ideal for reluctant readers.” * Joanne Owen, LoveReading *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThe Puffin Classics series is a perfect marriage of the old and the new. Enjoy some of the best books from the past and find out why and how they inspired some of the best writers of the present -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book Synopsis''Hilarious and charming.'' Dav Pilkey, bestselling author of Dogman and Captain UnderpantsA wonderfully fun highly illustrated/ early graphic novel series for boys and girls of 5+ featuring three short stories about trying new things, favourite foods and accepting who we are. The perfect first book for young readers, just moving on from picture books, discovering the joys of friendship, working together and the power of imagination.Narwhal and Jelly are back and Narwhal has a new obsession peanut butter! He''s so obsessed he even wants to change his name to that''s right Peanut Butter! Ever-sensible Jelly isn''t so sure that''s the best idea, but is all for Narwhal trying new things (instead of just eating waffles all the time, no matter how delicious waffles are).PRAISE FOR Narwhal: Unicorn of the Sea:''Undersea adventures have never been so darn cute . The incessant charm and unabashed joy should make this an easy sell. Swimmingly delightful and a guaranteed smile-maker'' StarrTrade ReviewUndersea adventures have never been so darn cute …. The incessant charm and unabashed joy should make this an easy sell. Swimmingly delightful and a guaranteed smile-maker.', Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews 'An utterly enchanting start to a series that’s bound to be popular among young readers', Starred Review, School Library Journal 'Geez, Narwhal and Jellyfish are adorable. There’s no other word as appropriate for this duo& readers will likely clamour for the next outing', Starred Review, Bulletin of the Centre for Children's Books

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Book SynopsisThree-year-olds will love this collection of seven brand-new stories, one for every day of the week

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Book SynopsisAnother day. Another mood. Meet Judy Moody at her moodiest-best, in this laugh-a-minute first adventure in the international bestselling series.Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson''s younger fiction and Clarice Bean, this hilarious book is the first installment in the internationally popular and bestselling series by Megan McDonald, illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds.Bad moods, good moods, even back-to-school moods Judy has them all! Meet Judy Moody, her little bother Stink, her best friend Rocky and her pest friend Frank Pearl. Judy has a mood for every occasion, but when a new teacher gives the class a Me collage project, Judy has so much fun that she nearly forgets to be moody at all!

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Book SynopsisR. J. Palacio was born and raised in New York City. She attended the High School of Art and Design and the Parsons School of Design, where she majored in illustration. She was a graphic designer and an art director for many years before writing her critically acclaimed debut novel, Wonder, which has been on the New York Times bestseller list since March 2012, sold over 16 million copies worldwide and been adapted into a movie.In addition to Wonder, R. J. has written Auggie & Me: Three Wonder Stories, 365 Days of Wonder, We're All Wonders and White Bird: A Wonder Story, which is soon to be a major motion picture. She lives in Brooklyn, New York with her husband, two sons and two dogs (Bear and Beau).Follow her on Twitter: @RJPalacio

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Book SynopsisDare you enter the world of MONSTERS?The beloved World's Worst series has captivated millions of readers. You've met the world's worst children, the world's worst parents, the world's worst teachers and the world's worst pets but are you ready for the world's worst monsters?If you don't like ghosts, ogres, zombies, vampires, aliens, werewolves or mummies, DO NOT READ THIS BOOK.Laugh along to these ten terrifying tales of marvellous monsters, brought to you by David Walliams, and illustrated in glorious technicolour by Adam Stower.The World's Worst Pets was the bestselling children's book of 2022 (UK TCM Chart, 27 December 2022). David Walliams was most recently UK Children's number one bestseller with Robodog (UK TCM Chart, 11 April 2023).Trade Review‘The bestselling powerhouse that is David Walliams joins forces once more with talented illustrator Adam Stower for the latest hilarious and horrifying addition to the World's Worst series’ Waterstones, Best Books of the Year PRAISE FOR THE WORLD’S WORST SERIES: “For kids who would normally look at you as if you’re mad to suggest reading for pleasure” Independent “This really is Walliams at his most silly – the perfect combination for thousands of his loyal fans” Daily Mail “Laugh-out-loud funny and…downright disgusting” Daily Express “Walliams is a big author with big ideas and plenty of illustrations, all combining to make for real page-turners, even for kids who would normally look at you as if you’re mad to suggest reading for pleasure” Independent

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

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Book SynopsisPhilip Pullman is one of the most highly acclaimed children's authors of the decade. He has been on the shortlist of just about every major children's book award in the last few years, and has won the Smarties Prize (Gold Award, 9-11 age category) for THE FIREWORK-MAKER'S DAUGHTER and the prestigious Carnegie Medal for NORTHERN LIGHTS. He was the first children's author ever to win the overall Whitbread Prize for THE AMBER SPYGLASS.He lives in Oxford.Trade ReviewExuberant, intelligent fun . . . Once again Pullman has created a work of art that is enchanting for a child but equally appealing to an adult -- Amanda Craig * The Times *Tantalisingly short, irresistibly snappy and full of dangerous derring-do * Independent *This is a real treat, and easily one of the publishing hightlights of the year that will be devoured by fans old and new * The Bookseller *Small and elegant, the book is exquisitely illustrated with woodcuts by John Lawrence and rounded off with bits of memorabilia including a newspaper clipping giving a different spin on events plus a board game. Fast and powerful, this is an exciting read -- Anne Faundez * Carousel *A short, simple, elegant story . . . cloth-bound, with enhancing woodcuts by master-engraver John Lawrence -- Claudia Fitzherbert * Spectator *

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Book SynopsisSeventeen brilliantly chilling tales from the master of storytelling.Welcome to a strange and twisted world where the spooky, the shocking, and the positively petrifying are lurking just out of sight. A bus ride home ... turns into your worst nightmare. A quaint country cottage ... has a grisly secret.A hot bath ... swirls with blood.Horowitz Horror. It''s all around you. Alive. Waiting. Enter if you dare. Horror fans will love these twisted tales from the bestselling author of the Alex Rider books.

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Book SynopsisA bewitching collection of 30 short stories and tales from the world's favourite storyteller Enid Blyton.

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Book SynopsisSPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS meets BUNNY VERSUS MONKEY in this hilarious,zany and action-packed full-colour graphic novel for readers aged5-8. Join naughty best friends Ollie the vampire squid and Zingthe toxin-squirting sea bunny as they cause chaos in the deep seawith the rest of their undersea crew!

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Book SynopsisThe perfect introduction to Shakespeare for younger readers, Tales From Shakespeare explores twenty of the bard''s greatest plays. Named as one of The Guardian''s best 100 non-fiction books, each play has been carefully adapted for children of all ages.Beautifully illustrated and cloth bound, this edition is the perfect keepsake for the whole family.This classic volume includes: A Midsummer''s Night''s Dream Much Ado About Nothing As you Like It King Lear Macbeth Twelfth Night Romeo and Juliet Hamletand more.Crafted by renowned writers and essayists of the 18th century, siblings Charles and Mary Lamb. Tales From Shakespeare vividly bring to life the power of Shakespeare''s stories with wit and wisdom.''First published in 1807, and never out of print, these stories, adapted from 20 of Shakespeare''s plays, are clever and powerful summaries designed to provide children with enough plot and charactTrade ReviewFirst published in 1807, and never out of print, these stories, adapted from 20 of Shakespeare's plays, are clever and powerful summaries designed to provide children with enough plot and characterisation to allow them to understand the plays themselves when they later see or read the authentic versions. * Independent *

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Book SynopsisAn anthology of dark, powerful and moving short stories from a master storyteller and Hans Christian Andersen Award winning author, inspired by his childhood in the north-east of England.A diverse collection of stories from the author of the internationally award-winning Skellig, deftly interwoven with illuminating autobiographical pieces on the inspirations behind the fiction. David Almond says of this unique volume, Stories on the page are so beautifully neat. All that lovely black print; those lovely straight lines and paragraphs and pages. But stories are living things, creatures that move and grow in the imaginations of writer and reader. They must be solid and touchable, like the land, and must have fluid half-known depths, like the sea. These stories take place in a real world but in fiction, real worlds merge with dreamed worlds. Real people walk with ghosts and figments. Earthly truth goes hand-in-hand with watery lies.Trade ReviewThis coming of age collections of stories inspired by Almond’s childhood in the north east, which of course is so prevalent through his work. * The Bookseller *The work of a writer of great power, and a living insight for teenage readers into the power of imagination and the way that stories grow from seed to fruit * The School Librarian *The autobiographical notes are stories in themselves, encouraging young writers in their reminder that we all have the material for fiction a short memory away. . . As well as the living roots of the stories, the prefaces reveal where, how or why Almond wrote them, and that some have seen many drafts and may never be finished: more encouragement. * Observer *If anything will encourage teenagers to start writing, it is this superb masterclass in how setting, dialogue and character can convey powerful emotions in a few words. * Daily Mail *A powerful collection of stories, interleaved by Almond’s memories of the places he grew up in. It’s a meditation on the power of stories . . . extraordinary dreamy atmosphere and lyrical evocation of life by the sea. * Children’s Books Ireland Recommended Read *An absolute treat . . . he writes sparingly and beautifully. . . fiction to treasure * Books for Keeps *The tale-behind-the-tale preludes are intriguing—perhaps especially to big fans and those interested in the writing process—but the stories themselves shine brightest here. Taylor's illustrations, sometimes cartoonish, sometimes more abstract and moody, cast the Almondine experience in yet another new light. This is powerful, top-notch storytelling from Almond, who seems himself to be the titular "half a creature from the sea," in that he, as ever, fluidly blends past and future, the living and the dead, the ordinary and the transcendent. * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisAn illustrated collection of over twenty stories of magic and humour. It includes classics such as The Little Mermaid, Treasure Island and The Princess and the Pea along with some original tales such as The Bed Monster's Secret and The Pesky Parrot.Trade ReviewIf your New Year’s resolution is to spend more time with your little ones, then this is the book for you. * Newcastle Evening Chronicle *

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Book SynopsisJoin Percy Jackson, Annabeth Chase and Carter and Sadie Kane as they do battle with an ancient Egyptian magician determined to become a god. Against impossible odds, the four demigods and magicians team up to prevent the apocalypse.Contains the short stories The Son of Sobek, The Staff of Serapis and The Crown of Ptolemy, together in one volume for the first time.Plus, read an exciting extract from The Sword of Summer, the first book in Rick Riordan''s latest series, Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard.

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Book SynopsisJulian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog find excitement and adventure wherever they go in Enid Blyton''s most popular series. A short story in colour for younger readers. George''s dog Timmy sniffs out an adventure when he spots some suspicious-looking passengers on a train. He is very interested in one of them, but what has he spotted?Can the Famous Five solve this mystery?In addition to the Famous Five novels, Enid Blyton wrote a clutch of short stories based on the characters. These were published in magazines and collected in the Famous Five Short Story Collection (Hodder). For the first time, the complete text of Five and a Half-Term Adventure (1956) appears in an individual volume, illustrated with lively contemporary colour art by Jamie Littler.Trade ReviewThese individual stories have been given a very modern production with creative use of font and layout and zany modern full colour illustrations by Jamie Little. * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisThis collection brings together in a single volume the four books that feature the famous young rabbit with the blue jacket and a penchant for mischief and disobedience: The Tale of Peter Rabbit, The Tale of Benjamin Bunny, The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies and The Tale of Mr Tod. From Peter’s early adventures in the kitchen garden of Mr McGregor to his late exploits in the rescue of his cousin Benjamin’s baby bunnies, these stories show why Beatrix Potter remains one of the most beloved children’s authors this country has ever produced.Trade ReviewCurrey's rabbits are charming – and certainly offer a more 'modern' and 'novelty' look than the originals. * The Beatrix Potter Society *

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Book Synopsis Princess Minna loves to sort out mix-ups and mishaps in the kingdom! In this full-colour, illustrated chapter book, join her on a funny, exciting adventure to wake a sleeping prince and much more - all in time for tea. Princess Minna lives in Castle Tall-Towers with the King and Queen, Raymond the Wizard and her best dragon friend, Lorenzo. There are often mix-ups and mishaps in the kingdom and Princess Minna loves to sort them out! She can tame unicorns, kiss frogs and fight dragons (apart from Lorenzo) and she is very good at fixing things before it's time for bed. In The Enchanted Forest, Princess Minna has to wake a sleeping prince before nightfall. But along the way, she finds a swan, an old lady and a very fluffy sheep - all of them in a fix! Can she help them and still reach the prince before sundown? Full of colourful illustrations, these short, funny stories are perfect for readers just moving on from picture books and visual readers.

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Book SynopsisNumber One for Fiendish Fun! Join Horrid Henry in a bumper book of mayhem with this brilliantly mischievous collection of six of his best food-related stories!Horrid Henry loves food . . . except vegetables! Here are six hilarious stories about food, from the delicious to the disgusting.An irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure, with six stories plus a joke and activity section - the perfect gift for Horrid Henry fans everywhere.

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Book SynopsisA dreamy collection of short stories and tales from the world's favourite storyteller Enid Blyton.

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Book SynopsisJulian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog find excitement and adventure wherever they go in Enid Blyton''s most popular series. After the Five see a boy being kidnapped at the beach, they set out to find him. But where have the kidnappers hidden the boy? Will Timmy lead them to the answer? In addition to the Famous Five novels, Enid Blyton wrote a clutch of short stories based on the characters. These were published in magazines and collected in the Famous Five Short Story Collection (Hodder). For the first time, the complete and original text of Good Old Timmy (1956) appears in an individual volume, illustrated with brand new colour art by Jamie Littler.

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