Children’s / Teenage general interest: Girls and women
Amberjack Publishing Company Spin the Golden Light Bulb
Book SynopsisIt's the year 2071 and eleven year-old Kia Krumpet is determined to build her 67 inventions, but she won't have the opportunity to unless she earns a spot at PIPS, the Piedmont Inventor's Prep School. Kia, who has trouble making friends at school, has dreamed of winning the Piedmont Challenge and attending PIPS ever since she learned that her Grandma Kitty won the very first Piedmont Challenge. After she and four of her classmates are selected to compete for a spot at PIPS, they travel by aero-bus to Camp Piedmont to solve a task against forty-nine other state teams to earn their place at the best inventor's school in the country.
£14.20
Amberjack Publishing Company Lucky You
Book SynopsisThings seem to be looking up for celebrity socialite Gia Winters. She is living in a fabulous penthouse in New York City and getting ready for her first semester at NYU with her hot new beau, officer Milo Fells. As the weeks go by, a mysterious and dangerous drug makes its way around campus, and self-proclaimed Detective Gia is on the case.Between juggling classes and a new relationship and dodging the paparazzi, Gia starts to feel not-so-lucky after all.
£11.35
Boutique of Quality Books Crisanta Knight: To Death & Back
Book SynopsisFollowing the revelation that the antagonists were after the location of all of Book's genies, Crisanta and her friends knew their Wonderland road trip was far from over. With the magic fluctuation event known as the Vicennalia Aurora days away, antagonists and magic hunters hot on their tail, and Crisanta’s treacherous brother Alex competing against her to claim Excalibur, matters were becoming larger-than-life very quickly. Meanwhile, Crisanta’s Pure Magic powers of life were growing incomparably strong, and she was being tempted by the corruption that came with them. But with everything from evil kings to bloodlusting Bluebeards to the Questor Beast, she needed her magic more than ever.
£14.20
Blackstone Publishing Lost
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£18.63
Penguin Putnam Inc Bee Fearless: Dream Like a Kid
Book SynopsisA business memoir from fifteen year-old lemonade entrepreneur and one of TIME Magazine''s Top 30 Most Influential Teens, Mikaila Ulmer, and her advice for life and business.When Mikaila Ulmer was four, she was stung by a bee--twice in one week. She was terrified of going outside, so her parents encouraged her to learn more about bees so she wouldn''t be afraid. It worked. Mikaila didn''t just learn what an important role bees play in our ecosystem, but she also learned bees are endangered, and set out to save them. She started by selling cups of lemonade in front of her house and donating the small proceeds to organizations dedicated to bee conservation. When she realized the more lemonade she sold, the more bees she could help, Me & the Bees Lemonade was born. Now she sells her lemonade across the country. From meetings with Fortune 500 CEOs, to securing a deal on Shark Tank, to even visiting the Obama White House, Mikaila''s lemonade and passion for bee conservation have taken her far.In Bee Fearless, part memoir, part business guide, Mikaila--now fifteen--shares her personal journey and special brand of mindful entrepreneurship and offers helpful tips and guidance for young readers interested in pursuing their own ventures, instilling in them the bee-lief that they can bee fearless and achieve their dreams too.
£15.29
Philomel Books The Truths We Hold: An American Journey (Young
Book SynopsisAdapted for young readers, Vice President Kamala Harris's empowering memoir about the values and inspirations that guided her life.With her Democratic presidential nomination, her election to the vice presidency, her election to the U.S. Senate, and her position as attorney general of California, Kamala Harris has blazed trails throughout her entire political career. But how did she achieve her goals? What values and influences guided and inspired her along the way? In this young readers edition of Kamala Harris’s memoir, we learn about the impact that her family and community had on her life, and see what led her to discover her own sense of self and purpose. The Truths We Hold traces her journey as she explored the values she holds most dear—those of community, equality, and justice. An inspiring and empowering memoir, this book challenges us to become leaders in our own lives and shows us that with determination and perseverance all dreams are possible.
£16.14
Random House USA Inc Rocket Says Look Up!
Book SynopsisMeet Rocket--a plucky aspiring astronaut intent on getting her community to LOOK UP! from what they're doing and reach for the stars in this auspicious debut picture book. Honored as a Chicago Public Library 2019 Best of the Best Book!A comet will be visible tonight, and Rocket wants everyone to see it with her--even her big brother, Jamal, whose attention is usually trained on his phone or video games. Rocket's enthusiasm brings neighbors and family together to witness a once-in-a-lifetime sighting. Perfect for fans of Ada Twist, Scientist and Cece Loves Science--Rocket Says Look Up! will inspire readers of all ages to dream big as it models Rocket's passion for science and infectious curiosity.Author Nathan Bryon, an actor and screenwriter, and Dapo Adeola, a community-minded freelance illustrator, bring their fresh talents, passion, and enthusiasm to the picture book medium.Trade Review"Outstanding—a breath of fresh air, just like Rocket herself."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review“Ideal for space or science-inclined readers, this book includes brief information about outstanding scientist Jemison and a short list of facts about meteors and comets enclosed in an embrace of family relationships and a child’s joy in the world around her.” —School Library Journal, starred review “The sweet, uncomplicated story for young space lovers is peppered with interesting facts about meteors and Mae Jemison, and has bright, colorful, humorous illustrations that subtly but deliberately represent a vibrant, multiethnic, multicultural neighborhood engaging in a community event.” —Booklist
£16.19
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Todos deberíamos ser feministas / We Should All
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£16.11
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Juana la futbolista: Que nada te detenga / Juana
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£11.66
AdiDev Press Women in Sports
Book Synopsis4 books in slipcase. AdiDev Press brings to you, Women in Sports, an exciting new box set from the value-oriented series, Learning TO BE. This set includes four board books with inspiring, true stories of four incredible South Asian sportswomen. The set includes the following titles: Adaptability with Arunima Sinha (mountaineer), Resilience with Bhakti Sharma (open water swimmer), Transformation with Chandro and Prakashi Tomar (sharpshooters), and Trust with PT Usha (athlete). The stories of these outstanding women are sure to inspire and encourage many young children to live extraordinary lives. Through these stories, children can explore values that helped these women overcome their respective challenges and achieve path-breaking success in their chosen fields. Discover adaptability with Arunima Sinha, a national volleyball player who suffered major injuries and lost one leg in a scuffle with some thieves. She realigned her goals and became the worlds first female amputee to climb the highest peaks; Discover resilience with Bhakti Sharma, an open water swimmer who became the youngest and first Asian to swim in the Antarctic Ocean; Discover transformation with Chandro and Prakashi Tomar, sharpshooting champions from rural India who first fired a pistol in their 60s; Discover trust with PT Usha, a record-breaking athlete who honed her skill by working closely with her coach. These books have been written by award-winning author and poet, Pervin Saket, using simple language and verse. Each book in the set has been illustrated by a different South Asian illustrator, allowing children to explore various visual styles. Each book ends with an inspirational message and has a historical timeline that showcases the journey of the protagonist, making this box set an outstanding addition to your child's library. This set is also an excellent gifting option. This set is simply the perfect way to introduce little readers to BIG VALUES!Trade Review"This is a terrific idea. Telling compelling stories of Indian sporting heroines at an age where they can really make a huge difference in the outlook and attitude of children towards sports." -- Joy Bhattacharya, CEO Pro Volleyball League, Director General FIFS, Former IPL team director"These books look extraordinary. I love the rhymes and drawings." -- Bhakti Sharma, Open water swimmer
£23.74
Nube de Tinta El futuro es femenino: Cuentos para que juntas
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£23.33
Nube de Tinta Los cuentos que nunca nos contaron / The Stories
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£17.86
Nube de Tinta Érase una vez una princesa que se salvó sola / Once Upon a Time There Was a Princess Who Saved Herself
£22.11
Thule Ediciones Yo, Alfonsina
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£23.76
Akiara Books Wangari Maathai: Plantar Árboles, Sembrar Ideas
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£11.50
Montena Las chicas van donde quieren / Girls Can Reach as
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£17.79
£29.35
Editorial Flamboyant Mejores Amigas (Casi Siempre)
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£22.34
Editorial Molino Chica lobo / Into the Wild: Wolf Girl 1
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£15.65
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Las niñas serán lo que quieran ser / Girls Will
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£18.02
Combel Ediciones Editorial Esin, S.A. ¡Ay, Mi Tina!
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£8.46
Editorial Guadal S.A. Aventuras por el mundo para niñas valientes /
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£12.30
Nosy Crow Goddess: 50 Goddesses, Spirits, Saints, and Other
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£24.99
Nosy Crow She'll Be the Sky: Poems by Women and Girls
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£23.74
