Children’s / Teenage general interest: Fairies, elves, or similar magic-like beings or folk
HarperCollins Publishers Rosa and the Magic Moonstone
Book SynopsisReturn to the magical world of Enchantia in the captivating second series of Magic Ballerina by Darcey Bussell!Everyone in Madame Za-Za's class is taking part in their first ballet exams and Rosa is feeling pretty confident about passing hers. But right in the middle of the exam she is whisked away to Enchantia. The magical moonstone has broken and all of the ballets have become muddled up! Can Rosa put things right?Trade Review“Don’t be surprised if your child asks for a magical pair of red ballet shoes.” Telegraph Magazine “Delightful.” You Magazine (Mail on Sunday) “A delight for any young reader who sees herself as a budding ballerina.” MumKnowsBest.co.uk
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Fairy Bell Sisters Lily and the Fancydress
Book SynopsisDo you believe in fairies? Join Tinker Bell's sisters on a magical adventure.Inspired by Tinker Bell, from the book Peter Pan, by J. M. BarrieBefore Tinker Bell flew to Never Land and met Peter Pan she lived on Sheepskerry Island with her fairy sisters Clara, Lily, Rosie, Silver and Squeak the baby. The young fairies go to fairy school and love tea parties, dressing up and exciting adventures.Lily's dressing-up dreams have come true she's going to Queen Titania''s annual fancy-dress competition. She's always dreamed of meeting the fashionable town fairies on the mainland, and now's her chance!But not everywhere is like Sheepskerry Island, and some fairies are less friendly than others. Without her Fairy Bell sisters to help her, Lily's adventure spells trouble. How can she turn a dressing-up disaster into a prize-winning success?Young readers will love the enchanting stories and beautiful illustrations in this charming new series.
£6.23
HarperCollins Publishers The Lost Shimmer
Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.
£8.59
HarperCollins Publishers Cam and the Sock
Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.Have you ever lost a sock? Maybe a sock fairy took it! Gock has stolen one of Cam''s socks, and she needs to find it. Will she be able to outsmart this mischievous fairy before she gets collected by her mum?
£7.66
Penguin Random House Children's UK Project Fairy
Book SynopsisBrought to you by Puffin.Mab''s mum is obsessed with fairies - she even named Mab after the Fairy Queen! Their flat is full of fairy ornaments, tiny fairy furniture and they''ve even got fairy lights in the toilet. Mab doesn''t quite get it, but she knows that fairies make her mum happy, especially after Dad left.When Mab comes into school with a new fairy dress on her birthday, her teacher gives her a book all about Victorian fairies. She reads it with her mum and her little brother Robin, and she''s surprised to see the drawings inside are nothing like the sweet fairies she imagined.But the biggest surprise of all is a tiny thing that tumbles out of the pages of the book...A magical, captivating story about fairies, families and friendship from the brilliant, award-winning Jacqueline Wilson. Jacqueline Wilson 2022 (P) Penguin Audio 2022
£13.77
Usborne Publishing Ltd Stories of Fairies
Book SynopsisCrystal, Lily and Poppy are three fairies in a flap. With stolen wands, flying lessons and Fairy Balls, there's never a dull moment. Come to Fairyland and join the magical fun. Part of Young Reading Series 1 for readers just starting to read alone.Trade Review"Irresistible for children learning to read" - Child Education Plus; "The Usborne Young Reading Program has a lovely selection of classic tales adapted for younger readers. Graded in seven levels, these have just enough stretch in them and yet are not too overwhelming" - The Irish Sunday Independent; "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme" - Julia Eccleshare
£5.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd Santas Elves Sticker Book
Book SynopsisFiona Watt (Author) Fiona Watt is an Editorial Director and writer at Usborne Publishing. She graduated from Exeter University with a Bachelor of Education in Art and Design. She taught for three years at a primary school in Kent, before spending two years at a British school in The Netherlands. She started working at Usborne in 1989 and has written and edited hundreds of books including baby and novelty, sticker, art and craft, cookery, science and activity books. She has written all the titles in the award-winning THAT'S NOT MY series and many in the highly successful Sticker Dolly Dressing series. She is the sixth biggest-selling UK children's author, with over 10 million of her books sold in the UK since records began.
£6.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Boy Who Hatched Monsters
Book SynopsisSam’s life has always been strange. After all, his family have no idea that he’s half monster, half fairy. But now he’s keeping an even bigger secret. He alone has the power to bring monsters to life! (He’s even got a tiny gargoyle hatchling hidden in his sock drawer.) When Queen Maggie finds out, she’s delighted. She wants Sam to create her a whole new legion of vile ogres. When he refuses, she vows that she will destroy everything Sam holds dear. And so the stage is set for a final battle, one that will determine not just Sam’s future, but that of the whole of monsterkind … The conclusion to T.C. Shelley's magical fantasy trilogy is perfect for fans of Jennifer Bell, Sophie Anderson and Neil Gaiman's The Graveyard Book.Trade ReviewShelley is a first-time novelist who writes with the confidence of an old hand. The plot never flags, but characters have time to develop, and even Shelley’s most outlandish creations are rendered believable by her descriptive precision … A treat. * Emily Bearn, Telegraph – Praise for The Monster Who Wasn’t *This story is quite simply beautifully written and will make us all believe in monsters of all shapes and sizes * Angels and Urchins – Praise for The Monster Who Wasn’t *There are plenty of shocks and frightening moments in store in this engrossing story * Primary Times – Praise for The Monster Who Wasn’t *
£7.59
Pan Macmillan Grace and the Christmas Angel
Book SynopsisA reassuring, timeless story, Grace and the Christmas Angel is the first picture book from the beloved author of the Seven Sisters series Lucinda Riley, written with her son Harry Whittaker and illustrated by the award-winning Jane Ray.Because somewhere, an angel is listening . . .It's Christmas Eve. The tree is decorated, the presents are wrapped and it's a big day for Grace. She is singing a song in the nativity show, and her fisherman daddy has promised to be back in time to watch her. But when a storm blows up at sea, Grace walks out on stage to find Daddy is not there. She's very worried. But luckily, Grace has someone watching over her. Will Hope, the Christmas Angel, be able to help Daddy get home safely for Christmas morning?Enjoy more books in the heartwarming Guardian Angels series: Rosie and the Friendship AngelBill and the Dream AngelAlfie and the Angel of Lost ThingsTrade ReviewThe magic of Christmas and the joys of community, friendship and family speak volumes in this warm-hearted tale… perfect for seasonal giving -- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Post *Beautifully illustrated, this first in a new series of children’s books is hopeful, and the perfect Christmas gift in so many ways * Woman & Home *Exquisitely decorative with jewel bright colours and starry highlights -- Sunday Times on Rosie and the Friendship Angel
£8.54
Floris Books An Illustrated Collection of Fairy Tales for
Book SynopsisFrom wicked queens and fearsome beasts to sneaky witches and terrible giants, this stunning collection of darkly magical fairy tales gathers together stories of children who show true courage and face their fears. Rediscover seven classic emboldening tales, Hansel and Gretel, The Selfish Giant, Beauty and the Beast, The Spirit in the Bottle, Vassilissa, The Wild Swans and The Three Golden Hairs from renowned storytellers the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, Oscar Wilde and more.Each story is enriched by atmospheric artwork from award-winning illustrator Scott Plumbe. Perfect for bedtime reading, this collection is an ideal gift for fearless children everywhere.Trade Review'Each tale is beautifully retold using digitally rendered ink and watercolor illustrations over pencil sketches. Stories have an easily discernable moral which centers on the negative of vices such as greed, cruelty, or wickedness. Each fable has elements of the country from which it came, adding a brief look into these lands and peoples. Pictures are an integral part of each story, beautifully drawn, and are essential in creating the mood. The storytelling style is engaging and will have young readers wanting more.'-- Youth Services Book Review, 5 StarsTable of Contents-- The Spirit in the Bottle (Brothers Grimm)-- The Selfish Giant (Oscar Wilde)-- The Three Golden Hairs (Brothers Grimm)-- The Wild Swans (Hans Christian Andersen)-- Beauty and the Beast (Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont)-- Hansel and Gretel (Brothers Grimm)-- Vassilissa (Alexander Nikolayevich Afansayev)
£14.24
Pushkin Children's Books Into the Faerie Hill
Book SynopsisA gorgeous book... Full of magic, charm and wonder ? Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear The moment Alfred arrives at his granny's cottage, he feels like he's being watched. The surrounding forests teem with unfamiliar life - even odd little faerie creatures only Alfred can see. It's only when free-spirited Saga bursts into his life that he learns to appreciate the strange beauty around him. But this special world is under threat: Alfred's dad is working on a project to dig a giant motorway tunnel through the landscape. As he joins Saga in the protests against this project, Alfred draws ever closer to the perilous world of the faerie creatures, following a thread that will lead him deep into mysteries from his family's past
£7.99
Andersen Press Ltd The Blackthorn Branch
Book SynopsisLonglisted for the Carnegie Medal for Writing Cassie’s older brother Byron has fallen in with the wrong crowd – it’s soon clear these boys are wild, reckless and not human at all. They are tylwyth teg – Fair Folk, who tempt humans down into the dark places of the world. And Byron is tempted. When he goes missing, Cassie and her cousin, Siân, follow his trail to an old abandoned railway tunnel which goes down and down into Annwn, the underworld. Here they find that the tylwyth teg are restless – and angry. Their leader, Gwenhidw, wants to protect Annwn from the damage humans are doing to the world. Byron is part of her plan. But Cassie won’t let her big brother be part of anyone’s plan. Can she rescue her brother before it is too late?Trade Review"A story of magic, courage, redemption and recovery... a superb fantasy adventure" * LoveReading4Kids *
£7.59
Andersen Press Ltd The Magic of Endings
Book SynopsisJojo Locke's dad disappeared six years ago. And what's stranger still, none of his family can really remember him, there's a hole inside each of them where Dad should be. But then Aunt Pen arrives, a real faerie, with her tricks and wishes. She tests Jojo to see how deep his courage runs and sets him off on a journey to find their memories of Dad, and an adventure far beyond what he could have imagined begins.Trade Review"A resonant fantasy about how we commemorate those we have lost… [an] inventive, well-crafted novel" * The Sunday Times, Book of the Week *"Sparkles with magic" -- Abi Elphinstone"An intriguing mix of magic and adventure" * The Bookseller *"Beautifully brought to life... the adventure is breathtaking" -- The School Librarian"A wonderful mysterious tale, with real touches of both humour and pathos … This fun, fast-paced magical adventure has plenty ‘edge of your seat’ moments to keep the reader enthralled" * Books for Keeps *
£7.59
Floris Books What's Hiding Under There?: A Magical
Book SynopsisWelcome to an enchanting world of elves, fairies and woodland creatures. Lift the flaps to discover what's hiding in the old tree, amongst the berries, in the toadstool, or under the leaves.This is a vibrant board book by bestselling international illustrator Daniela Drescher, creator of In the Land of Fairies and the Little Fairy series. Young readers will love exploring the forest as they lift multiple flaps on each page to reveal snuffling hedgehogs, colourful butterflies and sleepy dormice. Trade Review'An enchanting lift-the-flap book that takes readers on a journey through the magical forest. There is so much to discover on every page. The beautiful watercolour illustrations capture the lively woodland wonderfully, home to busy creatures scuttling between the leaves, brambles and branches.'-- JUNO'Known for her delicate style using soft watercolours and ink, Drescher captures the readers' attention with stunning illustrations. This interactive book encourages young children to develop their observational and fine motor skills as they search for hidden surprises behind the flaps... The perfect Christmas gift for children aged 1 to 4.'-- The Geek Review, 'Ten Kids' Books Perfect for Christmas Gifts in 2023''The interactive element is thoughtfully done: the flaps are not too easy to find, so children can work on both their observational and fine motor skills. Gorgeous.'-- Five Books
£13.49
Gill The Friendship Fairies Go to Sea
Book SynopsisMeet the Friendship Fairies sisters Emme, Holly and Jess.They're just like regular girls, always messing and having fun, but they're also fairies.Their mum works as a spy and she has a new case to crack and this time she's taking the Friendship Fairies along with her, to a little island off Connemara!All the girls know is that they're going out to sea and that they need to take their swimsuits Can Emme, Holly and Jess help their mum solve the mystery?This is the fourth book in the bestselling Friendship Fairies series by much-loved TV presenter Lucy Kennedy magic, friendship and fun for readers aged 6+, with illustrations throughout by Phillip Cullen.A real balm for kids the timeliness and kindness just ooze out of the pages' Ryan TubridyTV presenter Lucy Kennedy brings her trademark sense of fun to her debut children's book' The Irish TimesCharming' The Sunday WorldAdorable' RSVP
£11.69
Pan Macmillan Grace and the Christmas Angel
Book SynopsisA reassuring, timeless story, Grace and the Christmas Angel is the first picture book from the beloved author of the Seven Sisters series Lucinda Riley, written with her son Harry Whittaker and illustrated by the award-winning Jane Ray.This is a beautiful gift-edition hardback, complete with an angel ribbon marker.Because somewhere, an angel is listening . . .It's Christmas Eve. The tree is decorated, the presents are wrapped and it's a big day for Grace. She is singing a song in the nativity show, and her fisherman daddy has promised to be back in time to watch her. But when a storm blows up at sea, Grace walks out on stage to find Daddy is not there. She's very worried. But luckily, Grace has someone watching over her. Will Hope, the Christmas Angel, be able to help Daddy get home safely for Christmas morning?Enjoy more books in the heartwarming Guardian Angels series:Rosie and the Friendship AngelBill and the Dream AngelAlfie and the Angel of Lost ThingsTrade ReviewThe magic of Christmas and the joys of community, friendship and family speak volumes in this warm-hearted tale . . . perfect for seasonal giving -- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Post *Beautifully illustrated, this first in a new series of children’s books is hopeful, and the perfect Christmas gift in so many ways * Woman & Home *Exquisitely decorative with jewel bright colours and starry highlights -- Sunday Times on Rosie and the Friendship Angel
£11.69
Usborne Publishing Ltd Little Sticker Dolly Dressing Summertime Fairies
Book SynopsisThis delightful sticker book is full of magical fairies. Have fun using the stickers to dress the fairies as they fly, flit and skip through flower-filled meadows, play hide-and-seek in shady woodlands and dance on Midsummer's eve. There are over 200 stickers of clothes, as well as lots of animals and flowers to decorate the summery scenes.
£5.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd Little Sticker Dolly Dressing Rainbow Fairy
Book SynopsisFollow Ruby the Rainbow Fairy as she flutters around Fairyland in this enchanting sticker book.There are lots of magical scenes to decorate, from an orange grove and yellow meadow to painting rainbows in the sky. With over 200 stickers of outfits, animals and flowers to dress the dolls and decorate the pages.
£8.54
Usborne Publishing Ltd Sparkly Unicorns Sticker Book
Book SynopsisJoin the unicorns and their fairy friends as they splash through waterfalls, explore crystal caves and play in the enchanted forest. Add sparkly stickers to bring the fantastical scenes to life.
£8.54
Usborne Publishing Ltd Wipe-Clean Fairy Activities
Book SynopsisYoung children will enjoy using the special pen to join the dots, circle differences, solve mazes and trace over the dotted lines. The engaging activities give plenty of practice in pen control - an essential skill children must learn before starting to form letters and numbers. They can then wipe the shiny pages clean and do them again.
£8.54
Usborne Publishing Ltd Sticker Dolly Dressing Fairy Princesses
Book SynopsisJoin the fairies as they tiptoe with unicorns in an enchanted forest, skip barefoot beside a misty lake and explore a secret rose garden in this delightful new addition to the best-selling Sticker Dolly Dressing series.
£9.70
Usborne Publishing Ltd Sticker Dolly Dressing Rainbow Unicorns
Book SynopsisEnter a magical world where unicorns with rainbow manes gallop across the sky, meet a woodland fairy princess, gaze at the Northern lights and rest in a crystal cave. Use the stickers to adorn the unicorns with headdresses and garlands, and choose outfits for the fairy dolls.
£9.49
Usborne Publishing Ltd Sticker Dolly Dressing Dancing Fairies
Book SynopsisDress the sticker dollies as they flutter their way through fairyland in this gorgeous new activity book in the Sticker Dolly Dressing series. There are lots of stickers with which to dress the dolls in gorgeous clothes and accessories, and decorations to complete the magical scenes.
£9.49
Usborne Publishing Ltd Fairies, Pixies and Elves Sticker Book
Book SynopsisAdd the stickers to create a magical world where pixies have picnics, fairies live in a toadstool town, woodland folk play hide-and-seek and live in lantern-lit treehouses.
£9.49
Little, Brown & Company The Impossible Mountain
Book SynopsisYou are never too small for a big adventure. Anna and her little brother Finn have lived their whole lives safe behind the stone wall of their village, never knowing what lay beyond. Until the day they peek over the edge and see the Mountain for the first time. Now, there's no stopping them. Not even the villagers who say it will be impossible.The natural wonders of this epic journey are brought to breath-taking life by New York Times bestselling artist David Soman. Join Anna and Finn on a grand adventure where bravery, ingenuity, and grit will help them blaze a trail up the Impossible Mountain, and beyond their wildest dreams.
£15.19
