Children’s / Teenage general interest: Girls and women
Scholastic I Hope This Doesnt Find You
Book SynopsisSadie doesn't have to hold back in her email drafts because nobody will ever read them ... that is, until someone sends them out. Seventeen-year-old Sadie Wen is perfect on paper. It's a reputation she's fought hard to earn and one she's determined to maintain until graduation. But all of that is about to change.
£8.54
Scholastic This Time Its Real
Book SynopsisGet Ready to fall in LOVE in this hilarious rom-com! When 16-year-old Eliza Lin's personal essay about meeting the love of her life goes viral, she gets everything she's ever wanted. The only problem? Eliza made the whole essay up.
£8.54
Scholastic To All The Boys Ive Loved Before Boxset
Book SynopsisLara Jean keeps her love letters in a hatbox her mother gave her. One for every boy she's ever loved. The letters are for her eyesonly. Until the day they are mailed, and suddenly Lara Jean's lovelife goes from imaginary to out of control.
£22.92
St Martin's Press Sadie
Book SynopsisAvailable now: I''M THE GIRL, the new brutally captivating (Publishers Weekly, starred review) queer thriller from Courtney Summers, based loosely on The Epstein case and not for the faint of heart (The New York Times)Sadie: a novel for readers of any age, and a character as indelible as a scar. Flat-out dazzling. A. J. Finn, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Woman in the Window A New York Times bestseller! An Edgar Award Winner! Appearing on over 30 Best Book of 2018 lists including The Boston Globe, Bustle, Buzzfeed, Globe and Mail, Good Morning America, NPR, Publishers Weekly, and more! A YALSA Top 10 Quick Pick4 Starred Reviews from Kirkus, School Library Journal, Booklist, Publishers Weekly! Sadie is an electrifying, high-stakes road trip. Clear your schedule. You''re not going anywhere unt
£10.96
Builderbooks The House That She Built
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£16.16
Pan Macmillan A Dress with Pockets
Book Synopsis"Destined to become a beloved classic" – The IA funny and frock-filled story for modern children who don't just want sequins and sparkles on their dresses, from rising star Lily Murray and Waterstones Prize-winning illustrator, Jenny Lovlie. Lucy and Aunt Augusta are dress shopping. And, at the Fabulous Fashion Store, there are dresses to suit just about everyone. There are fancy dresses, frilly dresses, stripy dresses, silly dresses, sun dresses, fun dresses, blue dresses, green. . . But Lucy doesn't care about frills or lace. She wants a dress WITH POCKETS. And as she wades through the titchy dresses, witchy dresses, very, very itchy dresses, she starts to worry about where she's going to put her leaves, and nettles, and delicate petals, her magical spells and beautiful shells. . . The hunt is on: will Lucy find the dress of her dreams?A lighthearted story with a subtle feminist undertone that celebrates the joy of pockets, and how they can unleash the inquisitive, adventurous spirit of all young children.Trade ReviewSmart, funny and joyful, destined to become a beloved classic -- Marianne Levy * The I *The perfect book for all of my children. It’s colourful, fun and full of possibilities. The illustrations are just gorgeous, so playful and fun with beautiful, captivating colours. For every child who loves to dream big and have fantastic adventures, this is the book for them. * Mini Travellers *Fun, colourful illustrations -- Newbury Weekly NewsPlayful rhyming dialogue and intricate, enticing pictures perfectly convey the need for children’s clothes with inbuilt freedom to explore. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *Our favourite picturebook of the year! A wonderful story about the importance of pockets, and of nurturing the inquisitive and adventurous streak in all children. A charming and important story, beautifully told and illustrated. * Bristol 24/7 *
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Little House Traveler
Book SynopsisOn the Way Home recounts her 1894 move with her daughter, Rose, and her husband, Almanzo, from South Dakota to Mansfield, Missouri, where Laura would live for the rest of her life.Trade Review"All the charm and interest that have made her Little House books all-time best sellers." -- Publishers Weekly
£6.93
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Little House Cookbook
Book SynopsisTrade Review"More than a cookbook, this social history is an extension of the Wilder books done with the same spirit of care and love." -- School Library Journal "A culinary and literary feast." -- The Horn Book
£12.10
Walker Books Ltd Bold and Brave Women from Shakespeare
Book SynopsisDiscover the fascinating stories of the bold and brave women in Shakespeare''s plays.Stories of twelve of Shakespeare''s courageous, strong-willed and determined characters are brought to life with Becca Stadtlander''s rich and evocative illustrations. Celebrate these incredible women with this beautiful gift book, the perfect way to get children fascinated by Shakespeare and inspired by his work.Featuring: Titania, Cleopatra, Rosalind, Margaret of Anjou, Cordelia, Lady Macbeth, Beatrice, Juliet, Portia, Mistress Ford and Mistress Page, Miranda, Viola.
£7.99
Random House Children's Books Meant to Be
Book SynopsisA girl with it all planned out discovers a romance she never expected in this funny debut about a class trip to London that HelloGiggles.com says you’ll love “if you’re into swoony romances with a little bit of history thrown in.” This spring break, Julia's rules are about to get defenestrated (SAT word: to be thrown from a window) when she's partnered with her personal nemesis, class-clown Jason, on a school trip to London. After one wild party, Julia starts receiving romantic texts . . . from an unknown number! Jason promises to help discover the identity of her mysterious new suitor if she agrees to break a few rules along the way. And thus begins a wild goose chase through London, leading Julia closer and closer to the biggest surprise of all: true love. Because sometimes the things you least expect are the most meant to be.***Readers of Jennifer E. Smith and Stephanie Perkins will revel in this debate about love ruled by the stars or as a matter of the heart. --Shelf Awareness Fun, fresh and irresistibly romantic. STB (SURE to be) loved! --Sarah Mlynowski“Star-crossed characters, hilarious dialogue, and a perfect London setting. I loved Meant to Be!” –Robin Benway, author of Emmy & Oliver
£10.34
Usborne Publishing Ltd The Merciless Ones
Book SynopsisTHE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! The hotly anticipated, gripping sequel to bestselling YA fantasy THE GILDED ONES. Set in an ancient West African-inspired world, this unmissable YA fantasy series is perfect for fans of CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE and BLACK PANTHER. The invention and the tension never flag - an outstanding second book. Ben Aaronovitch, author of Rivers of London seriesIt's been six months since Deka freed the goddesses in the ancient kingdom of Otera, and discovered who she really is... But war is waging across the kingdom, and the real battle has only just begun. For there is a dark force growing in Otera - a merciless power that Deka and her army must stop. Yet hidden secrets threaten to destroy everything Deka has known. And with her own gifts changing, Deka must discover if she holds the key to saving Otera... or if she might be its greatest threat. THE MERCILESS ONES is the second, thrilling instalment of the epic fantasy series in which a young heroine fiTrade ReviewThe invention and the tension never flag - an outstanding second book. * Ben Aaronovitch, author of Rivers of London series *This action-packed sequel is even more thrilling than the first.-Buzzfeed * Buzzfeed *Catch up now before Forna's planned trilogy is turned into the next major movie franchise. * E! Online *This book shimmers like gold. Add it to your library shelves to dazzle voracious readers. * School Library Journal, starred review *
£8.54
Quarto Publishing PLC Queen Elizabeth
Book SynopsisThe Queen follows the story of young Lilibet, who would grow up to become Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom.Trade Review“This lovely book is the perfect way to teach children about the life of Queen Elizabeth II and why she deserves to be celebrated.” * The Mirror *
£8.99
HarperCollins Publishers Girls Who Slay Monsters
Book SynopsisWINNER KPMG Book of the Year Children's Books Ireland AwardsUnsung stories from ancient Irish myths re-imagined for nine to twelve-year oldsThere was a time when tales of Ireland's mythical goddesses their astonishing powers, bravery, and unbreakable bonds with nature were famous, in Ireland and beyond. But over time, these stories were lost, often replaced or rewritten to make room for male warriors and kings.Until Now.Girls Who Slay Monsters brings these heroes of Irish mythology back to vibrant, magical life. From Éire, Ireland's fierce namesake, and Bé Binn, a giant who overcame her bullies, to Badb, a gleefully gruesome death prophet, and Bé Mannair, a gender-fluid spy who challenged an entire army. These are goddesses of many shapes, skin shades and sizes, from every corner of ancient Ireland, whose daring still inspires today.Stand by their sides as they wield magic, fight monsters, and protect the powerless and you might just discover that you, too, are a force of nature.Note From The AuthorWhile many of us grew up learning about Greek and Norse myth, the Irish goddesses were an undiscovered secret. At my convent school, I was taught about two or three magical women from mysterious lands, but they were not described as goddesses, and I had no idea how warped these tales had become.Then years later, I took a trip to Rathcroghan, an Irish archaeological site known as the ancient capital of Connacht, and learned the land there was linked with powerful goddesses.I couldn't understand why I hadn't been taught about these goddesses and felt something had been stolen from me. So, for many years after, I went digging through ancient Celtic texts and discovered a pantheon of exciting goddesses with brilliant abilities. But what I found most remarkable was that these women from thousands of years ago often faced the kind of challenges we experience today. Their stories are relevant and inspiring, yet girls everywhere have been stripped of the Celtic goddesses an important part of our shared female heritage.I am grateful and honoured to retell their stories for you now.Trade Review‘A richly illustrated book detailing the daring tales of Ireland’s forgotten goddesses … sumptuously produced, with bold, super-clear design … The author manages to make divine female characters from Ireland’s past relevant to young women today.’ Manchán Magan ‘Beautifully written but highly accessible and relatable. A classic in the making’ Sarah Webb, Irish Independent ‘A great book.’Eoin Colfer ‘A book that will stand the test of time.’ Marita Conlon McKenna ‘A gorgeous treasure trove.’ Deirdre O’Sullivan
£18.00
Running Press Kids Girls Make Movies
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£16.19
National Geographic Kids Breaking Through How Female Athletes Shattered
Book SynopsisAward-winning author Sue Macy offers a fresh and timely account of women in sports in the 1920s, and how their determination, talent, and defiance in the face of criticism promoted women's rights, redefined femininity, and changed the course of history.Macy offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into the journey of women's rights through the lens of women in sports during the pivotal decade of the 1920s. With elegant prose, poignant wit, and fascinating primary sources, Macy explores the many hurdles presented to female athletes as they stormed the field, stepped up to bat, and won the right to compete in sports. Featuring bold and talented heroines, this book documents how the social issues and morals of the decade--from politics to segregation to the media--helped shape the changing narratives around women and alter the course of history entirely. It is a fascinating window into a rich and seldom explored history, and also a topical reminder of the many discussions sur
£27.46
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Selection 5Book Box Set
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£44.77
Usborne Publishing Ltd Whats Happening to Me
Book SynopsisAn informative guide to female puberty, this book is useful for both young girls and their parents alike, tackling key subjects from the physical changes that occur at this time to practical matters, such as buying your first bra. It also features colour illustrations and diagrams, which reveal everything young girls need to know.Trade ReviewLook no further: the What’s Happening to Me? Books are nothing short of brilliant. They aim to help children aged nine and above understand bodily changes and they do this extremely well.Susan Meredith answers the questions young girls want to ask but might feel afraid to. It’s all there: getting measured up for a bra, periods, using towels and tampons, feeling, diet, health and hygiene and there is also a section on what happens to boys.The text is informal, chatty, full of useful facts and packed with considerate advice and support. A book like that wouldn’t work as well without graphics and diagrams, and the illustrations are colourful and engaging as well as informative. * Times Educational Supplement *Look no further: the What's Happening to Me? books are nothing short of brilliant. * Times Educational Supplement *
£7.59
Quarto Publishing PLC Michelle Obama
Book SynopsisIn this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Michelle Obama, the iconic first lady, advocate, lawyer and author. Young Michelle grew up on the South Side of Chicago in a close-knit family. She loved school, achieving A’s, and worked hard to blaze trails at the universities of Princeton and Harvard. Then, at the beginning of her legal career, she met Barack Obama. As first lady, she used her platform to advocate for women and girls and continues to inspire many with her powerful voice, and bestselling books. This empowering book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the inspiring woman’s life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the liv
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Fantastically Great Women 100 Postcards
Book Synopsis'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN 'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER 'An absolute must-have for every young person’s bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST These 100 Fantastically Great Women postcards, inspired by Kate Pankhurst's extraordinary picture book series, invite little ones, teens and adults to use their imagination to shape the future! Each postcard celebrates women who have changed the world we live in today and who followed their hearts, talents and dreams. With motivational quotes on each postcard, remind someone you love to ‘never give up’, just like Rosa Parks. Or to ‘tell their own story’, following the wonderful Jane Austen. Or even to ‘follow their own path’ on the example of Sacagawea. You will meet brilliant women from the past, including Amelia Earhart, Emmeline Pankhurst, Valentina Tereshkova, Elizabeth Blackwell and so many more. With these 100 Fantastically Great Women postcards, you can write inspiring messages to the fantastically great people you know, near or far!
£14.91
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Complete Summer I Turned Pretty Trilogy
Book SynopsisNow an Original Series on Prime Video! From New York Times bestselling author Jenny Han comes the complete hardcover collection of The Summer I Turned Pretty series.Belly has always lived for the summertime because it means all her favorite things: swimming, the beach, and the Fischer boys, Conrad and Jeremiah. She has spent every summer with them at Cousins Beach for as long as she can remember. She has always been in love with Conrad and finally, one summer, it seems like he might have feelings for her, too. But it turns out, so does Jeremiah. As the summers go on, Belly has to choose between two brothers who love her as she comes to the realization that she will have to break one of their hearts. This hardcover boxed set includes: The Summer I Turned Pretty It’s Not Summer Without You We’ll Always Have Summer
£44.99
North Star Editions She's Got Game: Women in Soccer
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the development of women’s soccer, as well as the sport’s star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review"Highly recommended for every library." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£9.89
Penguin Putnam Inc Pippi Longstocking
Book SynopsisThe beloved story of a spunky young girl and her hilarious escapades. Tommy and his sister Annika have a new neighbor, and her name is Pippi Longstocking. She has red pigtails, no parents to tell her what to do, a horse that lives on her porch, and a pet monkey named Mr. Nilsson. Whether Pippi's scrubbing her floors, doing arithmetic, or stirring things up at a fancy tea party, her flair for the outrageous always seems to lead to another adventure.A rollicking story. —The Horn Book
£7.12
North Star Editions She's Got Game: Women in Softball
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the development of women’s softball, as well as the sport’s star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review"Highly recommended for every library." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£9.89
Holiday House Inc What Girls Are Made Of
Book SynopsisSixteen-year-old Nina Faye navigates the difficult world of teenage relationships and dysfunctional family dynamics.
£9.49
Quarto Publishing PLC Maria Montessori
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Girls' Potty Time
Potty training has never been so easy, or so much fun, as with this toddler board book for girls. The perfect book to make the toilet training milestone exciting, it features a cool potty-shaped cover and special reward stickers that will make your little one eager to use the potty every single time. The playful rhymes and friendly real-life pictures show your child how to use the potty in clear steps that will aid their understanding and ensure their toilet training journey goes smoothly. Your toddler will transition to knickers in no time: say goodbye to nappies girls - it's potty time!
£6.30
Rebel Girls Inc Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls 100 Tales of
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Reading can inspire you to do great things—what a great gift for a preteen! This series features boundary-breaking women and includes stories about some who have moved me the most—like Toni Morrison. They even included me!" - Oprah says on OprahDaily.com"I hope this beautiful book will continue to inspire girls to set high goals for themselves—because you don't need to be an adult to change the world." - Malala Yousafzai "This amazing book shows young girls they can be anything they want." - Melinda Gates "When I want to impart the message to my daughter that she can aspire to anything, be whoever she needs to be, the opinions of others be damned, this book becomes an inspiration." - The Guardian "The anti-princess book teaching girls to rebel." - BBC News "A welcome reminder to girls that nothing stands in their way - except a lack of self-belief. This book started as a crowd-funded project and has become a best-seller which is the best news of the year." - Daily Mail "Elegant, colourful... and captivatingly told... In an ideal world, not only would mothers read this aloud to daughters, but teachers would read it to schoolboys." - Sunday Times "A must-have for the nightstand of every girl or young woman you know." - Forbes "Modern and fundamentally feminist, this riot grrrl reinvention of the fairytale is so inspiring adults are also reading it in droves." - i Newspaper "You have to buy it for the little ones in your lives, but you also need a copy for your grown-up bookshelf... There is serious girl power between the covers of this book." - Bustle
£30.79
Quarto Publishing PLC Jane Austen
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancys 12Book Fantastic Phonics Fun
Book SynopsisThis set of 12 simple and fun Fancy Nancy storybooks is an excellent choice to share at home or in the preschool or kindergarten classroom.
£11.39
HarperCollins Publishers The Selection. by Kiera Cass Tiktok made me buy
Book SynopsisThirty-five beautiful girls. Thirty-five beautiful rivalsIt's the chance of a lifetime and 17-year-old America Singer should feel lucky. She has been chosen for The Selection, a reality TV lottery in which the special few compete for gorgeous Prince Maxon's love.Swept up in a world of elaborate gowns, glittering jewels and decadent feasts, America is living a new and glamorous life. And the prince takes a special interest in her, much to the outrage of the others.Rivalry within The Selection is fierce and not all of the girls are prepared to play by the rules. But what they don't know is that America has a secret one which could throw the whole competition and change her life forever.Trade Review“Reality TV meets dystopian fairy tale in Kiera Cass’s delightful debut. Charming, captivating, and filled with just the right amount of swoon!” Kiersten White, New York Times bestselling author of Paranormalcy
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Dear Girl
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£15.99
Otter-Barry Books Ltd Women Who Led The Way: Great Explorers and
Book SynopsisFrom Aud the Deep-Minded, an early voyager to Iceland, and Sacagawea who guided the Lewis and Clark expedition across the USA, to Mae Jemison, the first black woman in space and Arunima Sinha, the first woman amputee to climb Mount Everest, this book shows the incredible courage, determination and power of women explorers over the last 1200 years. These women have led the way exploring lands, oceans, mountains, skies and space, but have also made pioneering discoveries in the fields of science, nature, archaeology, ecology and more. The lives of these women, told as personal stories, are an inspiration to us all.Trade Review"21 stories of amazing women explorers and adventurers, from Aud the deep-minded, an early voyager to Iceland to Mae Jemison, the first Black woman in space... Heavily illustrated, with graphic novel style fact boxes." * The Bookseller: March Previews *"Mick Manning and Brita Granström's approach to non-fiction for younger children has revolutionised our bookshelves." -- Lindsey Fraser * The Scotsman *"Profiling a diverse group of inspirational women, such as Mae Jamison, Nellie Bly, Amelia Earhart and Harriet Tubman, 'Women Who Led The Way' is an exciting large format hardback with vibrant watercolour illustrations and powerful stories of women who explored new places, make key discoveries and paved the way for many more to follow in their footsteps. Presented as a series of compelling narrative autobiographies, we highly recommend it for KS2 school libraries and classrooms." -- Tom Tolkien * The School Reading List - Recommended Title *"Packed with amazing real-life stories and fascinating facts about trail-blazing women through history, this is a book to truly treasure. Sumptuous artistry, filled with brilliant brushstrokes and colour, depict the fantastic women and their feats who have become such icons to people everywhere... a truly motivational read for all children. This book is a wonderful resource to read from cover to cover or to dip in and out of." * Mini Travellers *"...diverse and inclusive... Mick Manning and Brita Granström are well-known for producing many good quality illustrated books for children. There are now, thankfully, quite a few books celebrating the achievements of women and of people of colour, but this one is definitely recommended." * Books for Keeps (5 star review) *"Library collections and STEM programs would benefit from this book’s age-appropriate blending of biography with diversity, history, geography, and social commentary." * School Library Journal (US) *
£8.99
Zondervan Her Story Her Strength
Book SynopsisGirls are beautifully and wonderfully made in God’s image. This comprehensive collection of stories focused on 50 women of the Bible shows how God worked in their lives and continues to have a plan and a purpose for his beloved daughters today.In a world that too often tells girls that they are not enough, Her Story, Her Strength uses biblical retellings and reflections that include the historical context behind each story to remind young women that they have a God who loves them deeply and empowers them to live and love like he does. For any girl ages 8 and up who is asking questions about her worth, identity, and place in the world and church, this colorful and engaging book provides a positive, loving, and scriptural lens that helps them interpret the messages they receive from their peers, media, and society.Girls who read Her Story, Her Strength will:come to a profound, unshakable understanding of God’s lo
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Little Island Savage Her Reply – KPMG–CBI Book of the Year 2021
Book SynopsisA dark, feminist retelling of The Children of Lir by the author of the multi-award-winning Tangleweed and Brine Included in Kirkus Reviews: Best Young Adult Books of the Year 2023 ‘No-one else writes like Deirdre Sullivan. She is lyrical, poetic and thoroughly intoxicating.’ Juno Dawson, author of Wonderland ‘Unsettling, haunting, and darkly lyrical, Savage Her Reply is a beautiful thing.’ Louise O’Neill, author of After The Silence A retelling of the favourite Irish fairytale The Children of Lir. Aífe marries Lir, a chieftain with four children by his previous wife. Jealous of his affection for his children, the witch Aífe turns them into swans for 900 years. Retold through the voice of Aífe, Savage Her Reply is unsettling and dark, feminist and fierce, yet nuanced in its exploration of the guilt of a complex character. A dark & witchy feminist retelling from the author of Tangleweed and BrineTrade Review'Brutal and magnificent. Deirdre Sullivan retells a well-known myth, where all are remembered by their relationship to Lir, and women reclaim their power and agency in the cracks of the familiar story. Karen Vaughan’s illustrations guide the reader through a menacing rise in tension and the push and pull of people chained together for centuries.' Helen Corcoran‘No-one else writes like Deirdre Sullivan. She is lyrical, poetic and thoroughly intoxicating.’ -- Juno Dawson‘Unsettling, haunting, and darkly lyrical, Savage Her Reply is a beautiful thing.’ -- Louise O’Neill‘A bounteous larder of a book with all the bewitching ingredients needed for a potent magical retelling of a classic fairytale. The result – An evocative, poetic and enigmatic brew that is bold, striking, confident and keeps you hungry for more.’ -- Laura Dockrill‘The writing is so beautiful, sharp as a knife – you're bleeding before you know you've been cut … It's such a fierce, bitter kiss of a book.’ -- Melinda Salisbury'The unique choice of viewpoint breathes new life into the story's bones, making for a truly haunting and compelling tale.' Catherine Doyle‘Stirring and shocking, a feat of absolute poetry.’ -- Sarah Maria Griffin'Astonishingly beautiful and moving. Deirdre Sullivan grows stronger with every book.' Celine Kiernan‘To call this a retelling would not do it justice. Sullivan has expanded and enriched one of our best-known fables until it feels as complex and robust as any blockbuster fantasy epic. This is Irish mythology as it is meant to be read.' Dave Rudden‘Deirdre Sullivan breathes magnificent, fiery life into one of Ireland's oldest stories. Nothing will ever be the same.’ -- Sarah Moore Fitzgerald‘Not a single word is out of place: like a poem, or a spell.’ -- Tara Flynn‘This dark, beautiful retelling of the Irish tale “The Children of Lir”, filled with transformed swans, air demons, betrayal and forgiveness, is saturated with the power of Sullivan’s lyrical prose.’ -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *‘This is a fiercely feminist novel, but it escapes being polemical partly through its lyrical prose and partly through its commitment to empathy and compassion … intellectually pleasing and emotionally devastating.’ -- Claire Hennessy * The Irish Times *'Sullivan’s love for myths and fairy tales is evident throughout. Her tone is assured, and her lyrical prose demands your full attention, laying bare the dark heart of the story.' -- Meadhbh McGrath * Irish Independent *'[Deirdre Sullivan's] writing is extraordinary and the illustrations by Karen Vaughan beautiful. A stunning book.' -- Justine Carbery * Irish Independent *'Deirdre Sullivan’s Savage Her Reply breathes new life into the Irish legend of the Children of Lir.' -- Fiona Noble * The Observer *'Through masterful storytelling and stunning prose, Sullivan turns an ancient legend into something complex, transforming a one-note character into a nuanced narrator who carefully weaves Irish legend with a subtly searing condemnation of patriarchal society.' -- Kirkus starred review'Ferocious and illuminating, this retelling of a classic Irish tale is steeped in folklore and revitalized with feminist nuances. Calligrams that “mimic the characters [of] Ogham” come between its chapters, whispering lessons from Aife’s broken and rebuilt state ... Sister, daughter, wife, villain, savior: a complicated queen takes her legacy back in the stunning novel Savage Her Reply.' * Foreword Reviews *'Haunting, unsettling, exquisitely told, evocative and iconic; no one writes like Deirdre Sullivan. This is spell-working at its’ very finest. Simply extraordinary.' -- Mary Esther Judy * Fallen Star Stories *‘Sullivan’s writing is lyrical and beguiling as always, and her partnership with illustrator and designer Karen Vaughn was a stroke of genius.’ * Laura Eats Books *'Savage Her Reply is a complete work of art. It's gorgeous and it's heart-wrenching, and it's just so perfect. It's painful and it's stunning, and one will stay with me for a very long time. Sullivan is an expert storyteller ... Absolutely cannot recommend Savage Her Reply enough.' * Once Upon a Bookcase *'Savage Her Reply by Deirdre Sullivan is a captivating retelling of the Children of Lir myth. Through its focus on the character of Aoife, rich prose, and thought-provoking themes, it offers a fresh and enchanting perspective on this classic story, making it a must-read for both mythology enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Sullivan's innovative approach breathes new life into the age-old tale, making it a memorable literary experience.' * NetGalley Librarian *'This book was such a refreshing book ... I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for something different and something that is not what you think. The author of this book did a wonderful job in making sure Aife was a complex character and that to me is what brought this book to life.' * NetGalley Reviewer *'I've been waiting for the US release of this book for a while now, and finally being able to read it was like being able to scratch an itch I'd had for too long--as someone unfamiliar with the story of the Children of Lir, the pieces of the original story were very helpful and the calligrams were a unique touch!' * NetGalley Reviewer *'Deirdre Sullivan has a great writing style and it left me wanting to read more from the author.' * NetGalley Reviewer *'A lush, searing, deeply personal story about how the wounds we take on in childhood shape the rest of our lives and those of everyone around us. Heartbreaking, haunting, and unapologetically feminist, this book is an exploration of what if means to be human, so beautifully-written that it ceases to be a retelling and becomes a myth itself.' * NetGalley Reviewer *'Savage Her Reply is gorgeously told. This book feels like a piece of art rather than a novel. I enjoyed the prose style of writing and it was a welcome break from my typical reads. I recommend Savage Her Reply to all readers!' * NetGalley Reviewer *'It is dark and weird and cool.' * NetGalley Reviewer *'This book really just took me for a ride. I loved the build up, the character development, and the writing. I would definitely read more from this author!' * NetGalley Reviewer *
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The Gilded Ones
Book SynopsisThe must-read epic fantasy of 2021, as featured on Cosmo, Buzzfeed, BookRiot and Refinery 29. In this West African-inspired world, girls are outcasts by blood and warriors by choice, perfect for fans of Children of Blood and Bone and Black Panther.Trade ReviewFans of Children of Blood and Bone and Black Panther are going to adore this one. * Buzzfeed *[A] stormingly good debut * The Observer *Utterly transporting and on a massive scale, this is the new series you've been searching for. * Stylist *The first in a fantasy trilogy with battles, betrayals and a search for identity. * S Magazine *Namina Forna could be the Toni Morrison of YA Fantasy. * Refinery 29 *This is an empowering read that you won't want to put down and that will be enjoyed by teenagers and adults alike. * Press Association *This story has real credibility and depth. To be enjoyed by teenagers and adults alike. * Irish Examiner *Namina has been called the Toni Morrison of YA Fantasy so this is worth reading. * The Irish News *
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Pan Macmillan Beautiful Broken Things
Book SynopsisBeautiful Broken Things is a moving story of friendship from debut author Sara Barnard, shortlisted for the YA Book Prize and selected as part of Zoella's Book Club. Now with a bold cover look.I was braveShe was recklessWe were troubleBest friends Caddy and Rosie are inseparable. Their differences have brought them closer, but as she turns sixteen Caddy begins to wish she could be a bit more like Rosie – confident, funny and interesting. Then Suzanne comes into their lives: beautiful, damaged, exciting and mysterious, and things get a whole lot more complicated. As Suzanne's past is revealed and her present begins to unravel, Caddy begins to see how much fun a little trouble can be. But the course of both friendship and recovery is rougher than either girl realizes, and Caddy is about to learn that downward spirals have a momentum of their own.'I felt like I was living this book' - Zoella'This book is exquisite, and exactly what YA needs . . . This author is one to watch!' - Holly Bourne, author of Am I Normal Yet?Trade ReviewI felt like I was living this book. -- ZoellaThis book is exquisite, and exactly what YA needs. I still can't get over how REAL this story was, every single part of it was perfectly realised. It was so sophisticated in how it was written, with beautiful BEAUTIFUL prose . . . I am so excited to see what Sara writes next. This author is one to watch! -- Holly Bourne, author of Am I Normal Yet?If you loved Jennifer Niven's 'All the Bright Places' this is a book you need to get your hands on. . . This is a book where you just love the characters, you ache at the complexities of their feelings, you read with baited breath, just wanting what might be impossible, for everything to be ok. * Maximum Pop *Teenage girls are a mystery - even when you've been one! This tale of three such creatures - Caddy, Rosie and Suzanne - attempts to unravel their secrets and the result is quite something. * Heat Magazine *A moving, exhilarating YA novel about teen friendship... any reader who wants warmth, hilarity, vivid highs, lows and heartbreak should grab this book, which proves that feminist doesn't mean humourless and female-focussed doesn't mean lightweight. * Metro *
£7.59
Arcturus Publishing Ltd Awesome Women Activity Book
Book SynopsisThis wonderful activity book will inspire young readers everywhere! Discover the world''s most extraordinary women through a host of brilliant practical ways, including brain-teasing puzzles, quizzes, spot-the-difference, art projects, and even sign language learning! All these activities are themed around the incredible achievements of women across history, from fields as diverse as science, art, sport and activism. These include: • J.K. Rowling • Venus Williams • Anne Frank • Malala Yousafzai • And more Featuring charming, full-colour illustrations, these amazingly fun activities will not only teach children about inspiring women but also improve their problem-solving skills, general knowledge and artistic ability - starting them off on their journey to becoming great achievers themselves. It''s the perfect title for kids with big dreams, aged 8+.
£6.93
Random House USA Inc Home Home
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HarperCollins Pretty Little Liars 4Book Paperback Box Set
Book SynopsisThe #1New York Timesbestselling series that inspired the hit ABC Family TV show Pretty Little Liars and the upcoming HBO spin-off series Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin!In ultra-trendy Rosewood, Pennsylvania, four beautiful girls are hiding some very ugly secrets. One person knows them all . . . and is not afraid to spill.This four-book paperback box set contains the first four books in theNew York Timesbestselling Pretty Little Liars series?Pretty Little Liars, Flawless, Perfect,andUnbelievable?all repackaged with stunning covers for an entirely fresh look, perfect for existing fans and new readers alike.
£38.37
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers It's Not Summer Without You
Book SynopsisNow an Original Series on Prime Video! Exclusive QR code with behind-the-scenes material from The Summer I Turned Pretty show! Belly finds out what comes after falling in love in this follow-up to The Summer I Turned Pretty from the New York Times bestselling author of To All the Boys I?ve Loved Before, Jenny Han.It used to be that Belly counted the days until summer, until she was back at Cousins Beach with Conrad and Jeremiah. But not this year. Not after Susannah got sick again and Conrad stopped caring. Everything that was right and good has fallen apart, leaving Belly wishing summer would never come. But when Jeremiah calls saying Conrad has disappeared, Belly knows what she must do to make things right again. And it can only happen back at the beach house, the three of them together, the way things used to be. If this summer really and truly is the last summer, it should end the way it started?at Cousins Beach.
£10.79
Atheneum Books The Woman Who Rides Like a Man
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Eye Books The Girl Who Rowed the Ocean
Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED : ESTWA Children's Travel Book of the Year 'An inspirational ocean adventure'- Bear Grylls; Lucy wants to explore the world, and do something daring and difficult. But people laugh at her when she hatches a plan to row across the Atlantic Ocean. So her family rallies round to help prepare for the journey, loading her boat with supplies for 3,000 miles of rowing. Her school friends follow her from afar, learning about the ocean, its wildlife and pollution. Alone at sea, Lucy faces seasickness, storms and a very sore bottom, not to mention close encounters with ships and a humpback whale. Yet there are also the joys of wandering seabirds, shooting stars and magical sunsets, as she finds she is capable of more than she ever imagined. Step aboard and join Lucy on her life-changing adventure to become the girl who rowed the ocean.Trade ReviewAn inspirational ocean adventure' - Bear Grylls; 'Lucy's epic voyage brought back happy memories of my own ocean crossings. It's a realistic and inspiring tale of adventure at sea' - Sarah Outen; 'The perfect handbook for anyone young or old in search of adventure' - Steve Backshall; 'Rowing the Atlantic and caring for our wild places are very close to my heart. Well done, Lucy!' - Ben Fogle; 'We need more young people like Lucy getting active and having adventures in the freedom of nature' - Helen Glover
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Random House USA Inc Wilder Girls
Book SynopsisAN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!The perfect kind of story for our current era.—HypableFeatured in Vulture’s 11 Books to Read If You Already Miss Yellowjackets!From the author of Burn Our Bodies Down, a feminist Lord of the Flies about three best friends living in quarantine at their island boarding school, and the lengths they go to uncover the truth of their confinement when one disappears. This fresh debut is a mind-bending novel unlike anything you''ve read before.It''s been eighteen months since the Raxter School for Girls was put under quarantine. Since the Tox hit and pulled Hetty''s life out from under her.It started slow. First the teachers died one by one. Then it began to infect the students, turning their bodies strange and foreign. Now, cut off from the rest of the world and left to fend for themselves on their island home, the girls don''t dare wander outside the school''s fence, where the Tox has made the woods wild and dangerous. They wait for the cure they were promised as the Tox seeps into everything.But when Byatt goes missing, Hetty will do anything to find her, even if it means breaking quarantine and braving the horrors that lie beyond the fence. And when she does, Hetty learns that there''s more to their story, to their life at Raxter, than she could have ever thought true.And don''t miss Rory Power''s second novel, Burn Our Bodies Down!Praise for Wilder Girls:4 STARRED REVIEWS!Take Annihilation, add a dash of Contagion, set it at an all-girls'' academy, and you''ll arrive at Rory Power''s occasionally shocking and always gripping Wilder Girls.--Refinery29This thrilling saga...is sure to be one of the season''s most talked-about books, in any genre.--EWFresh and horrible and beautiful....readers will be consumed and altered by Wilder Girls.--NPR
£11.69
St Martin's Press The Grace Year
Book SynopsisThe instant New York Times bestseller, Kim Liggett''s The Grace Year is a speculative YA thriller in the vein of The Hunger Games and The Power, now in trade paperback.No one speaks of the grace year. It's forbidden.In Garner County, girls are banished for their sixteenth year to release their magic into the wild so they can return purified and ready for marriage.But not all of them will make it home alive. Tierney James dreams of a better lifebut as her own grace year draws near, she quickly realizes that there's more to fear about the grace year than the brutal elements and the poachers in the woods. Their greatest threat may very well be each other. With sharp prose and gritty realism, Liggett''s The Grace Year examines the complex and sometimes twisted relationships between girls, the women they eventually become, and the difficult decisions they make in-between.
£11.70
Pan Macmillan Reaching the Stars: Poems about Extraordinary
Book SynopsisThis feisty collection of poems is a celebration of the achievements of women and girls throughout history. Reaching the Stars is complied by national Poetry ADay Ambassadors and includes poems about Malala Yousafzai, Rosa Parks, Margaret Hamilton, Ada Lovelace, Helen Keller, Mary Shelley, Edith Cavell and many more.Packed with wonderfully diverse poems, this is the perfect gift for young history or poetry fans.Trade ReviewInspiring, motivational, informative…this book of poems is certainly something special. * What's On *
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Andersen Press Ltd Lightning Mary
Book SynopsisWinner of the middle grade STEAM Book Prize Ordinary is what most people are and I am not. I am not ordinary at all. I am a scientist. One stormy night, a group of villagers are struck by lightning. The only survivor is a baby - Mary Anning. From that moment on, a spark is lit within her. Growing up poor but proud on the windswept Dorset coast, Mary follows after her father, hunting for fossils uncovered by waves and landslips: ancient creatures, turned to stone. Ignoring other people's taunts, Mary faces danger to bring back valuable treasures to help feed her family. But tragedy and despair is never far away. Mary must depend upon her unique courage and knowledge to fulfil her dream of becoming a scientist in a time when girls have no opportunities for such ambitions. What will happen when she makes her greatest discovery of all...? With a factual section about Mary Anning, her life, and the discoveries she made.Trade Review"Anthea Simmons tells Mary’s story as an exciting adventure and also as a rousing story of what an intelligent and brave woman can do." * LoveReading4Kids, Julia Eccleshare *"Anning’s strong, idiosyncratic personality bursts forth from the opening pages of this bold first-person narrative" * Kirkus *"An intriguing insight into a fascinating figure from history: Mary is a bold, brilliant and truly inspiring heroine.""Lightning Mary is a rewarding novelization of how Mary Anning became one of the first people to discover dinosaurs. Full, imaginative writing opens up Mary’s world" * Foreword Reviews *"Mary is a fascinating character and in Simmons’ hands, she rips up the page with her determination and strength" * Irish Independent *"A brilliant read." * BookTrust *"Riveting and evocative. Inspirational for budding scientists" * Stemettes *"An inspirational fictional account of a bold heroine, this also includes a factual section to inspire budding scientists" * Bookseller *
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Thames & Hudson Ltd We are Artists
Book SynopsisWe Are Artists celebrates the life and work of 15 female artists from around the globe and the distinctive mark they made on the art world and beyond. Presented as a collection of engaging biographical narratives, We Are Artists reveals how each artist's unique approach and perspective provided the art world and society at large with a new way of seeing things. It places the spotlight on women painters, sculptors, printmakers, illustrators, designers and craftswomen, who all too often are left out of history and art history books for children. Through their personal stories, readers will come to know the circles and art movements each artist worked in, and the influence they exerted on both the art world and society as a whole. Following in the wake of the Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls phenomenon, We Are Artists is aimed at inspiring young readers and aspiring artists, no matter what their gender, to find their own unique way of making a contribution to the world.Trade Review'Gorgeously illustrated' - Culture Whisper'Fascinating' - Books for Topics'An incredible piece of non-fiction about wonderful women who have made a stamp in art history' - A Little But a Lot'Inspiring, smartly illustrated … introduces creative role models to give children the confidence to be different' - Country Life Books of the Year'Full of information and helps to even the balance between male and female artists ... wonderfully written and illustrated, it's a great one for older children and adults alike' - @mssburns
£13.49
Pan Macmillan Womens Football Superstars Recordbreaking players
Book SynopsisFrom the incredible England women's national football team to individual superstars such as Lucy Bronze, Beth Mead, Alex Morgan and Sam Kerr, this all-action book is an essential purchase for every young fan of women’s football.Women's Football Superstars is packed with photos of the game’s most popular teams and players, plus hundreds of quickfire facts and incredible records: goal-scoring feats in leagues around the world, record winning streaks, record-breaking matches, and much more.Discover which teams have come out on top at the FIFA Women's World Cup, the Olympics, and the UEFA Women's EUROs. Get all the info you need about the NWSL, the FA Women's Super League, and other top leagues such as the Frauen-Bundesliga.At the end of the book, take the quiz to test your women's football know-how, and pick the best women's football team of all time!
£9.49
