Children’s / Teenage general interest: Music and musicians
HarperCollins Publishers Berts Band
Book SynopsisBert's Band like to play as they march down the street. When they win the cup, they arrive back at their home town at midnight, and very carefully remove their shoes and socks so as not to disturb the townsfolk as they march down the street - playing at full belt! This lively text is ideal to read aloud, with lots of opportunities to join in.
£8.36
HarperCollins Publishers Listen Celebrate
Book SynopsisListen and celebrate introduces a selection of 15 pieces from a range of time periods, countries and styles, celebrating the people who wrote the music and offering an immersive experience through active listening and composing activities.As well as supporting National Curriculum objectives for Key Stages 1 and 2, this book will help bring breadth and depth to children's musical experience and understanding, offering a glimpse of the huge variety of music in the world and featuring composers from a range of backgrounds and experiences.Features: Background information to provide context and inspire Active listening activities for Key Stages 1 and 2 Composing activities for Key Stages 1 and 2 Beautifully illustrated whiteboard displaysPlease note audio is NOT supplied as part of this resource, but guidance is given on how to find recordings online.Trade Review‘If you're looking to decolonise your music room or include a richer musical experience to your learners, Listen & Celebrate is a must-have.’ – Steve Giddings, music teacher, award-winning author and owner of Steve’s Music Room ‘Designed to be inclusive, respectful and celebrate the enormous achievements of individual composers, the contemporary selection of pieces, as well as the relevance of 21st century concerns such as deforestation and refugee crises, will surely inform and inspire children of a primary school age.’ – Julie Digby PhD, music educator, researcher and consultant ‘Brilliant resource… It really should be on every music lead’s bookshelf.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Amazon reviewer ‘There could not have been a more appropriate title for this book. It reminds us of the importance of keeping our eyes and ears open to composers of all backgrounds. In this, we find variety and richness that encourages us to listen further, so that we too can celebrate.’ – Eleanor Rashid for Music Teacher Magazine ‘[Listen & Celebrate] fills a much-needed gap and celebrates wonderful diverse music. The music selection is superb and the additional resources available to use on a white board are going to save a huge amount of time.’ – Karen Marshall, author of the Get! Set Piano Series, Collins Music and Primary School Music Lead ‘This book makes composing accessible even for the most inexperienced educators or the most reluctant learners… Listen & Celebrate should be in steady use by every Primary teacher and their respective teacher trainers.’ – Steve Giddings, Music teacher, award-winning author and owner of Steve’s Music Room ‘Differentiated into KS1 and KS2, incorporating listening, performing and composing activities, as well as suggestions for further listening, assessment and progression, this useful resource is appropriate and accessible for both generalist class teachers and specialist music teachers.’ – Julie Digby PhD, music educator, researcher and consultant
£24.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Musical Marvel
Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.Roll double six or double three, let's learn about your history.Join Aniyah, EJ and Olivia as they play their Ludi board game and are transported to another action-packed adventure back in time, helping real people from history and solving exciting mysteries along the way.Aniyah, EJ and Olivia have gone back in time! It's 1776and the trio are in Paris, France, where they meet a musical maestro in need of help. Joseph Bologne must put on a concert impressive enough to please Queen Marie Antoinette, but musicians have gone missing, and instruments havebeen sabotaged. Can they save the day?This exciting book is one of several action-packed adventur
£10.46
HarperCollins Publishers Dark Unicorn
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.All Blue wants to do is rock and roll, but none of the other unicorns like her music. She''s tired of feeling different and like the odd one out, but in happy land, how will she find a band that feels the same way?
£8.59
HarperCollins Publishers Shake Ding Bang Sound Book
Book SynopsisA fun, interactive sound book for Bing fans!Round the corner, not far away, Bing is making music today!Press the buttons to hear Bing and his friends play the musical instruments. Who will get the xylophone, the tambourine and the drum? And can they all wait their turn?With five different buttons to press, children will love hearing and naming all the different musical instruments and bringing the story to noisy life! And with an on/off switch on the back, parents will love being able to turn off the sound when they need a little peace and quiet.SHAKE DING BANG!
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Amazing Facts King Charles III
Book SynopsisCelebrate the coronation of King Charles III with this fascinating book of facts about Charles, his mother Queen Elizabeth, the Royal Family, his childhood, hobbies, home and his new royal role perfect for 8+ and fully illustrated throughout!Did you know?Charles is passionate about the environment.He was the first royal to go to school.Charles once played the cello on TV.He has a tropical tree frog named after him.Find over 100 extraordinary facts in this fun-packed book, the perfect gift for kids aged 8+.Look out for more Amazing Facts titles:Amazing Facts Every 6 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 7 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 8 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 9 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 10 Year Old Needs to KnowTrade Review“Readers with an appetite for royal trivia should not miss Amazing Facts: King Charles III!” – The Oldie ‘This fascinating book about Charles, his mother Queen Elizabeth, the Royal Family, his childhood, hobbies, home and his new royal role will please any history buff with over 100 extraordinary facts’ – Junior magazine ‘Find over 100 extraordinary facts in this fun-packed book, the perfect gift for kids aged 8+.’ – My Baba
£6.23
HarperCollins Publishers 100 Unofficial Roblox Top 100 Games
Book SynopsisGet ready to discover the amazing world of Roblox!We all know Roblox is full of exciting games and experiences, but do you know where to find your next favourite game? This book will reveal the top 100 Roblox games, so hold on tight and prepare for fun!Whether you?re a role-playing fanatic, obsessed with obbys or a total tycoon, the 100% Unofficial Roblox Top 100 brings you the best games across every genre ? making it the ultimate guide for Roblox fans old and new!Discover all there is to know about the greatest games on the Roblox platform, from frantic first-person shooters, to epic role-playing quests.Learn tips and tricks to impress your friends, discover secrets hidden in your favourite games and unearth awesome new adventures to play together.
£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Listen Celebrate Key Stage 3
Book SynopsisListen and celebrate Key Stage 3 is designed to help teachers enrich and diversify Key Stage 3 music by introducing a selection of 15 pieces from a range of countries and styles, celebrating the people who wrote the music and offering an immersive experience through active listening and composing activities.As well as supporting National Curriculum objectives for Key Stage 3, this book will help bring breadth and depth to students' musical experience and understanding, offering a glimpse of the huge variety of music in the world and featuring composers from a range of backgrounds and experiences.Features: Background information to provide context and inspire Active listening activities Composing activities Guidance on differentiation and assessment Taking it further' ideasOnline resources: Display sheets Information sheets to provide further context Composition planning sheets Supporting visual sheets Links to video clipsPlease note audio is NOT supplied as part of this resource, but gTrade Review‘If you're looking to decolonise your music room or include a richer musical experience to your learners, Listen & Celebrate is a must-have.’ – Steve Giddings, music teacher, award-winning author and owner of Steve’s Music Room ‘Designed to be inclusive, respectful and celebrate the enormous achievements of individual composers, the contemporary selection of pieces, as well as the relevance of 21st century concerns such as deforestation and refugee crises, will surely inform and inspire children of a primary school age.’ – Julie Digby PhD, music educator, researcher and consultant ‘Brilliant resource… It really should be on every music lead’s bookshelf.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Amazon reviewer ‘There could not have been a more appropriate title for this book. It reminds us of the importance of keeping our eyes and ears open to composers of all backgrounds. In this, we find variety and richness that encourages us to listen further, so that we too can celebrate.’ – Eleanor Rashid for Music Teacher Magazine ‘[Listen & Celebrate] fills a much-needed gap and celebrates wonderful diverse music. The music selection is superb and the additional resources available to use on a white board are going to save a huge amount of time.’ – Karen Marshall, author of the Get! Set Piano Series, Collins Music and Primary School Music Lead ‘This book makes composing accessible even for the most inexperienced educators or the most reluctant learners… Listen & Celebrate should be in steady use by every Primary teacher and their respective teacher trainers.’ – Steve Giddings, Music teacher, award-winning author and owner of Steve’s Music Room ‘Differentiated into KS1 and KS2, incorporating listening, performing and composing activities, as well as suggestions for further listening, assessment and progression, this useful resource is appropriate and accessible for both generalist class teachers and specialist music teachers.’ – Julie Digby PhD, music educator, researcher and consultant
£24.99
HarperCollins Publishers Taylor Swift
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£16.52
HarperCollins Publishers Taylor Swift
Book SynopsisThe #1 New York Times BestsellerAs Taylor releases her 11th album, THE TORTURED POET'S DEPARTMENT, catch up on the full story of Taylor Swift's stratospheric rise to fame; all any dedicated Swifty needs to know about the pop superstar who's taking over the worldA small-town girl with incredible talent and the strength and determination to realise her dream Taylor Swift has gone from America's sweetheart to global megastar. But how did she get there? And how has she coped with the realities of fame?Fully updated in fascinating detail, Taylor Swift: The Whole Story explores Taylor's musical evolution and her status as a fearless businesswoman operating on her own terms. From her early beginnings in Pennsylvania to the challenges she faced on the road to success, and from her relationships with Harry Styles, Joe Alwyn and Travis Kelce to her record-breaking Eras tour, this is the unmissable account of Taylor's journey to world domination.
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Reaching for the Moon
Book SynopsisPerfect for the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing in summer 2019! It took years of determination and believing that any goal was possible—from riding a bike alone across the George Washington Bridge at age ten to making a footprint on the moon.Trade Review"Precisely rendered illustrations help this effort really take off ... a brief chronology rounds out this solid title." -- ALA Booklist "Calling all dreamers and wannabe space travellers!" -- Child Magazine "A Buzz-worthy book!" -- Time for Kids "Beautiful and realistic illustrations ... in first-person voice ... a child's-eye view on space exploration." -- Kirkus Reviews "Entertaining and informative. Excellent, realistic paintings." -- School Library Journal (starred review)
£8.90
HarperCollins We All Sing With the Same Voice
Book SynopsisThis joyful Sesame Street song embraces the notion that no matter where children live, what they look like, or what they do, they're all the same where it counts--at heart.Trade Review"There's an infectious cheerfulness that's right on target for a young audience." -- ALA Booklist "A wonderful family book." -- The News Chief "Miller and Greene's idealistic vision of inclusion and acceptance is one that readers can easily embrace." -- Publisher's Weekly
£9.86
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Tito Puente Mambo KingTito Puente Rey del Mambo
Book SynopsisIn this vibrant bilingual picture book biography of musician Tito Puente, readers will dance along to the beat of the mambo king''s life.Tito Puente loved banging pots and pans as a child, but what he really dreamed of was having his own band one day. From Spanish Harlem to the Grammy Awards—and all the beats in between—this is the true life story of a boy whose passion for music turned him into the King of Mambo.Award-winning author-illustrator duo Monica Brown and Rafael López bring the remarkable story of this talented legend to life in this Pura Belpré Honor Book.
£16.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Penny and Her Song
Book SynopsisMeet Penny, the sweet and curious mouse, in Caldecott Medalist and bestselling author Kevin Henkes’s instant classic story for young readers, perfect for fans Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse, Owen, and Chrysanthemum.When Penny comes home from school, she is ready to sing her song. But the babies are sleeping, and Mama and Papa are worried that Penny will wake them up. Oh, but it is a good song, a really wonderful song . . . and Penny wants more than anything to sing it. Will it ever be the right time to sing it? Penny and Her Song is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it''s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Kevin Henkes is a master at creating beautifully illustrated books that resonate with young children. The Penny books are new classics for beginning readers and will appeal to fans of Frog and Toad, Little Bear, and Henry and Mudge.Don''t miss Penny''s n
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Lost and Found Whats that Sound Board Book
Book Synopsis“An excellent choice for any library.” —School Library JournalIt's a busy day at Rabbit's Lost and Found. Poor Squirrel has lost his drum, Elephant has lost her piano, and Bat has lost his entire band!Trade Review“An excellent choice for any library....great for an instrument-themed storytime or a read-aloud in music class.” — School Library Journal
£8.07
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington Plays On
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£6.39
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington Plays On
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£14.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Girls in the Moon
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£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Girls in the Moon
Book SynopsisEveryone in Phoebe Ferris’s life tells a different version of the truth.Her mother, Meg, ex-rock star and professional question evader, shares only the end of the story—the post-fame calm that Phoebe’s always known. Her sister Luna, indie rock darling of Brooklyn, preaches a stormy truth of her own making, selectively ignoring the facts she doesn’t like. And her father, Kieran, the co-founder of Meg’s beloved band, hasn’t said anything at all since he stopped calling three years ago.But Phoebe, a budding poet in search of an identity to call her own, is tired of half-truths and vague explanations. When she visits Luna in New York, she’s determined to find out how she fits in to this family of storytellers, and maybe even to continue her own tale—the one with the musician boy she’s been secretly writing for months.This soul-searching, authentic debut weaves together Phoebe’s story with scenes from the ro
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Love Jacaranda
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£16.14
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Love Jacaranda
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£9.89
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Thousand Sisters The Heroic Airwomen of the
Book SynopsisTrade Review“A masterful writer of fiction turns her powers to nonfiction (that alone is cause for celebration) to tell us an action-packed World War II story, full of thrills and tragedy, over-the-top heroism and tiny details that make her scenes and people come to life.” — Steve Sheinkin, author of Bomb and Undefeated “What a writer! And an historian, too! Told through the superbly researched, powerful and poignant stories of the women involved, Elizabeth Wein gives due to the Soviet Union’s valiant women flyers of World War II.” — Candace Fleming, award-winning author of The Family Romanov “A powerful tale…. This story proves what every child should know: A woman can do anything.” — New York Times Book Review “A richly detailed work of nonfiction.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “[A] complex and inspiring story...This important book soars.” — Kirkus Reviews “Wein relates episodes of daring, heroism, and tragedy that fully match male-centric war stories but also acknowledges that there were gender-related tensions to be overcome regarding competitive flyboys and skeptical commanders.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Exceptionally well researched … [and] packed with lively detail.” — ALA Booklist “[An] affecting introduction to these courageous, determined pilots, mechanics, and navigators.” — Publishers Weekly “An easy, friendly writing style — deceptive, given the acuity of Wein’s perceptions and the extent of the material she manages — invites readers into the company of a formidable sisterhood.” — Horn Book Magazine
£14.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Thousand Sisters
Book SynopsisTrade Review“A masterful writer of fiction turns her powers to nonfiction (that alone is cause for celebration) to tell us an action-packed World War II story, full of thrills and tragedy, over-the-top heroism and tiny details that make her scenes and people come to life.” — Steve Sheinkin, author of Bomb and Undefeated “What a writer! And an historian, too! Told through the superbly researched, powerful and poignant stories of the women involved, Elizabeth Wein gives due to the Soviet Union’s valiant women flyers of World War II.” — Candace Fleming, award-winning author of The Family Romanov “A powerful tale…. This story proves what every child should know: A woman can do anything.” — New York Times Book Review “A richly detailed work of nonfiction.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “[A] complex and inspiring story...This important book soars.” — Kirkus Reviews “Wein relates episodes of daring, heroism, and tragedy that fully match male-centric war stories but also acknowledges that there were gender-related tensions to be overcome regarding competitive flyboys and skeptical commanders.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Exceptionally well researched … [and] packed with lively detail.” — ALA Booklist “[An] affecting introduction to these courageous, determined pilots, mechanics, and navigators.” — Publishers Weekly “An easy, friendly writing style — deceptive, given the acuity of Wein’s perceptions and the extent of the material she manages — invites readers into the company of a formidable sisterhood.” — Horn Book Magazine
£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Oboe Goes Boom Boom Boom
Book SynopsisThe Oboe Goes Boom Boom Boom celebrates music and will entertain young readers in the home and classroom alike. Each child in the band is inspired by a real-life musician, and biographies are included at the end of the book.Trade Review "Equal parts comical and deeply informative. . . . Venable’s text is interwoven with threads of humor, charm, and creativity. . . . Cho’s bright, eye-popping illustrations create a happy chaos on the page, and one can almost imagine the cacophony of a room full of children practicing their instruments. An altogether delightful introduction to musical instruments." — School Library Journal (starred review) “As a band director instructs the new band members on the different instruments they can play, he must also contend with a very enthusiastic drummer. . . . There is an irrepressible feeling of energy in the illustrations . . . further emphasized by playful and colorful typography. . . . A lively introduction to some musical instruments.” — Kirkus Reviews “Each time jolly-looking band director Mr. V. . . . gives a student the opportunity to play their instrument of choice, he’s interrupted by little Felicity, who has already discovered her love of whaling on an enormous drum. . . . Frisky typography and balloons of musical notation float through the air, and visual nudges and jokes elevate the story . . . The afterword includes short, inclusive bios of diverse real-life classical, rock, and jazz musicians upon whom the book’s characters are based.” — Publishers Weekly “Band director Mr. V introduces a diverse class of students to seven instruments. Mr. V places each in its musical family, sometimes offering a little history, and briefly describes how it works, how to play, and how it sounds. . . . The lighthearted narrative and lively cartoon illustrations balance humor and information nicely. Back matter provides some biographical information about seven professional musicians (who make cameos as the students).” — Horn Book Magazine
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc On the Come Up
Book SynopsisThe YA love letter to hip-hop?streaming on Paramount+ September 23, 2022! Starring Sanaa Lathan (in her directorial debut), Jamila C. Gray, Da?Vine Joy Randolph,Lil Yachty,Method Man,Mike Epps,GaTa(Davionte Ganter),Miles Gutierrez-Riley,Titus Makin Jr., andMichael Anthony Cooper Jr.#1 New York Times bestseller Seven starred reviews Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Honor BookSixteen-year-old Bri wants to be one of the greatest rappers of all time. Or at least win her first battle. As the daughter of an underground hip hop legend who died right before he hit big, Bri?s got massive shoes to fill. But it?s hard to get your come up when you?re labeled a hoodlum at school, and your fridge at home is empty after your mom loses her job. So Bri pours her anger and frustration into her first song, which goes viral . . . for all the wrong reasons.Bri soon finds herself at the center of a controversy, portrayed by the media as more menace than MC. But with an eviction notice staring her family down, Bri doesn?t just want to make it?she has to.Even if it means becoming the very thing the public has made her out to be.Insightful, unflinching, and full of heart, On the Come Upis an ode to hip hop from one of the most influential literary voices of a generation. It is the story of fighting for your dreams, even as the odds are stacked against you; and about how, especially for young black people, freedom of speech isn?t always free.?For all the struggle in this book, Thomas rarely misses a step as a writer. Thomas continues to hold up that mirror with grace and confidence. We are lucky to have her, and lucky to know a girl like Bri.??The New York Times Book ReviewPlus don''t miss Concrete Rose, Angie Thomas''s powerful prequel to her phenomenal bestseller, The Hate U Give!
£11.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Midnights
Book SynopsisThis voice-driven coming-of-age YA novel is perfect for fans of Katie Cotugno and Playlist for the Dead.Susannah Hayes has never been in the spotlight, but she dreams of following her father, a former rock star, onto the stage. As senior year begins, she’s more interested in composing impressive chord patterns than college essays, certain that if she writes the perfect song, her father might finally look up from the past long enough to see her. But when he dies unexpectedly, her dreams—and her reality—shatter.While Susannah struggles with grief, her mother uproots them to a new city. There, Susannah realizes she can reinvent herself however she wants: a confident singer-songwriter, member of a hip band, embraced by an effortlessly cool best friend. But Susannah is not the only one keeping secrets, and soon, harsh revelations threaten to unravel her life once again.Set against the scintillating landscape of Southern Cal
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Joni The Lyrical Life of Joni Mitchell
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Colors burst across each page, with layers of collage-work emphasizing the richness of Mitchell’s influences and imagination…Will speak to readers just starting their own exploration of artistic expression…Young people will be inspired to explore Mitchell’s discography and appreciate the influential singer.” — Booklist (starred review) “An inspired and creative ode to the inimitable Joni Mitchell.” — Kirkus Reviews
£11.69
HarperCollins Pete the Cats World Tour Includes Over 30
Book SynopsisDon't forget your passport...it's Pete the Cat's groovy tour around the world!
£6.57
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Drum Roll Please
Book SynopsisFind the confidence to rock out to your own beat in this big-hearted middle grade novel. One of Time Out''s “LGBTQ+ books for kids to read during Pride Month”, this is perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier''s Drama and Tim Federle''s Better Nate Than Ever!Melly only joined the school band because her best friend, Olivia, begged her to. But to her surprise, quiet Melly loves playing the drums. It’s the only time she doesn’t feel like a mouse. Now she and Olivia are about to spend the next two weeks at Camp Rockaway, jamming under the stars in the Michigan woods. But this summer brings a lot of big changes for Melly: her parents split up, her best friend ditches her, and Melly finds herself unexpectedly falling for another girl at camp. To top it all off, Melly’s not sure she has what i
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Drum Roll Please
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Hazels Theory of Evolution
Book SynopsisWinner of the Lambda Literary Award!The Thing About Jellyfish meets Raymie Nightingale in this tender middle grade novel from Lisa Jenn Bigelow, acclaimed author of Drum Roll, Please.Hazel knows a lot about the world. That’s because when she’s not hanging with her best friend, taking care of her dog, or helping care for the goats on her family''s farm, she loves reading through dusty encyclopedias.But even Hazel doesn’t have answers for the questions awaiting her as she enters eighth grade. What if no one at her new school gets her, and she doesn''t make any friends? What’s going to happen to one of her moms, who’s pregnant again after having two miscarriages? Why does everything have to change when life was already perfectly fine?As Hazel struggles to cope, she’ll come to realize that sometimes you have to look within yourself—instead of the pages
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Hazels Theory of Evolution
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Let Me Hear a Rhyme
Book SynopsisWith the help of Steph’s younger sister Jasmine, they come up with a plan to promote Steph’s music under a new rap name: the Architect.Trade Review★ “Exceptional storytelling, well-crafted, true-to-life dialogue, and the richly drawn Brooklyn landscape will draw readers into this fast-paced blend of mystery, budding romance, and social commentary...Thoroughly engrossing and as infectious as Steph’s lyrics.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ★ “Jackson repeatedly proves that she is a titan among her peers, and her latest novel is no exception... Jackson weaves the three points of view together seamlessly, creating richly drawn and authentically real teen characters.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) ★ “Deftly chronicles the timely story of bold young talent gone too soon... Jackson scores a bull’s-eye with her passionate homage to black city life in the late ’90s, yet it’s her earnest takes on creativity, love, and loss that are timeless.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) ★ “This YA novel harmonizes music and prose to create a certified literary banger.” — Shelf Awareness (starred review) ★ “Readers will feel connected to these teens’ love of hip-hop, their loyalty to each other and their love for their community... offers moving portraits of young people... an engaging ode to ’90s hip-hop and to love in many forms.” — BookPage (starred review) “With thoughtful attention to detail, Jackson offers a believable cast of Black teens immersed in a particularly rich hip-hop moment. The combination of lyricism and narrative realism is an effective mode of representing a particular sort of adolescence against the backdrops of New York City and rap music.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Jackson presents a fast-moving, heart-pounding homage to nineties hip-hop, Brooklyn, and the power of music, love, and friendship. Readers are transported to a time when DJs and MCs rocked the parties and when word-of-mouth could make you a star.” — The Horn Book ”A thrilling, heart-rending, unforgettable novel.” — Buffalo News PRAISE FOR MONDAY’S NOT COMING: “A mesmerizing, punch-in-the-gut story about the power of friendship and the horrors hiding right in front of us.” — Laurie Halse Anderson, author of Speak and Chains ★ “This thought-provoking thriller examines issues such as abuse, gentrification, and the marginalization of people of color with nuance and sensitivity. The narrative deftly moves back and forth between past and present, building to a devastating conclusion. A spellbinding, profoundly moving choice for YA collections.” — School Library Journal (starred review) ★ “Jackson’s sophomore novel features another ripped-from-the-headlines premise that will keep readers guessing through the final pages. Jackson’s characters and their heart-wrenching story linger long after the final page, urging readers to advocate for those who are disenfranchised and forgotten by society and the system.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) ★ “Jackson effortlessly weaves elements of suspense with issues of race, class, and gender, casting a harsh light on a world that often refuses to notice the disappearances of black and brown girls. The twist at the end is both gaspworthy and heartbreaking.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) “Jackson doesn’t hold anything back when it comes to the pain of abuse and the ramifications of turning a blind eye. It’s a frank, devastating read filled with real and flawed characters, and it’s a story that needs to be read.” — Booklist “The draw of this novel, which was inspired by actual events, lies in its interwoven themes of the effects of gentrification, especially on black residents whose connections, culture, and community become afterthoughts in the face of capitalism. A tragic and heartbreaking tale of love, loss, grief, growth, and perseverance.” — Kirkus Reviews PRAISE FOR ALLEGEDLY: ★ “With remarkable skill, Jackson offers an unflinching portrayal of the raw social outcomes when youth are entrapped in a vicious cycle of nonparenting and are sent spiraling down the prison-for-profit pipeline. Dark, suspenseful.” — School Library Journal (starred review) ★ “Her novel effectively joins Ava DuVernay’s documentary 13th and Michelle Alexander’s The New Jim Crow (2010) to become another indictment of the penal system’s decimating power beyond its bars and, more subtly and refreshingly, a pro-reproductive-justice novel. Searing and true.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ★ “The characters are complex, the situation unsettling, and the line between right and wrong hopelessly blurred. It’s also intensely relevant, addressing race, age, and mental illness within the criminal justice system. Well conceived and executed, this is an absorbing and exceptional first novel.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) ★ “Suspenseful without being emotionally manipulative, compelling without resorting to shock value, this is a tightly spun debut that wrestles with many intense ideas and ends with a knife twist that will send readers racing back to the beginning again.” — Booklist (starred review) “Seen through Jackson’s dark portrait of the legal system and the failures of parents and social workers, Mary’s environments are as grim as the stories that play out in them; readers fascinated by procedural dramas will be thoroughly hooked.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Grown Tiffany D Jackson
Book SynopsisNow he’s dead, the police are at the door, and all signs point to Enchanted.“Never have I read a story that so flawlessly hits the highest high and lowest low notes of Black girlhood in pursuit of the American Dream.” —Nic Stone, New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin and JackpotTrade Review"Tiffany D. Jackson has penned a riveting, powerful love story to Black girlhood and a haunting reminder of the ways in which their innocence is often stolen. Remarkable, suspenseful, and gut-wrenching, Grown is a masterfully told story that stays with you long after you put it down." — Angie Thomas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give and On the Come Up “With a gripping plot and punch-to-the-heart stakes, Tiffany D. Jackson’s Grown exposes the underbelly of a tough conversation—the seductive abuse of older men who prey on teen girls—providing a searing examination of misogynoir, rape culture, and the vulnerability of young black girls. Groundbreaking, heart wrenching, and essential reading for all in the #MeToo era.” — Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles "This is a book that is filled to the brim with shocking twists and turns, but in 'Grown,' Jackson also centers Black girls in conversations about abuse, discussions they are so often erased from." — The New York Times Book Review “Never have I read a story that so flawlessly hits the highest high and lowest low notes of Black girlhood in pursuit of the American Dream. Tiffany D. Jackson has done it again.” — Nic Stone, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin and Jackpot “This heart-pounding, powerful story about a young girl trapped in a predator’s web holds up a devastating mirror to our society’s refusal to care about all victims. A call-out and condemnation of the celebrity-besotted culture that allows evil people to destroy lives.” — Laurie Halse Anderson, New York Times bestselling author of Shout "Gripping in both its content and format... Jackson's writing some of the best thrillers for teens these days." — Booklist (starred review) "Expertly juxtaposing the glamour of Enchanted’s potential fame against the harshness of her private moments with Korey, Jackson builds the story gradually and painfully to an astonishing, chilling climax." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Compelling; Jackson excels in writing books steeped in social commentary." — Kirkus Reviews "In another ripped-from-the-headlines novel, Jackson takes readers through a heart-pounding thriller exploring physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, misogynoir, and rape culture... this novel is sure to initiate important conversations while delivering an engrossing story." — Horn Book Magazine “Grown is equal parts riveting and alarming. It asks hard questions about power, innocence, and who we, as a society, see as worth saving. A captivating and cautionary page-turner." — Ashley Woodfolk, author of When You Were Everything "Jackson draws on the R. Kelly case to effectively depict the tightening noose of an abusive relationship, enhanced here by Korey’s wealth and fame…A grim tale that shows how thin a glossy exterior can be." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books Praise for Let Me Hear a Rhyme: * “Exceptional storytelling, well-crafted, true-to-life dialogue, and the richly drawn Brooklyn landscape will draw readers into this fast-paced blend of mystery, budding romance, and social commentary...Thoroughly engrossing and as infectious as Steph’s lyrics.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) * “Jackson repeatedly proves that she is a titan among her peers, and her latest novel is no exception... Jackson weaves the three points of view together seamlessly, creating richly drawn and authentically real teen characters.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) * “Deftly chronicles the timely story of bold young talent gone too soon... Jackson scores a bull’s-eye with her passionate homage to black city life in the late ’90s, yet it’s her earnest takes on creativity, love, and loss that are timeless.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) * “This YA novel harmonizes music and prose to create a certified literary banger.” — Shelf Awareness (starred review) * “Readers will feel connected to these teens’ love of hip-hop, their loyalty to each other and their love for their community... offers moving portraits of young people... an engaging ode to ’90s hip-hop and to love in many forms.” — BookPage (starred review) “With thoughtful attention to detail, Jackson offers a believable cast of Black teens immersed in a particularly rich hip-hop moment. The combination of lyricism and narrative realism is an effective mode of representing a particular sort of adolescence against the backdrops of New York City and rap music.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Jackson presents a fast-moving, heart-pounding homage to nineties hip-hop, Brooklyn, and the power of music, love, and friendship. Readers are transported to a time when DJs and MCs rocked the parties and when word-of-mouth could make you a star.” — Horn Book ”A thrilling, heart-rending, unforgettable novel.” — Buffalo News PRAISE FOR MONDAY’S NOT COMING: “A mesmerizing, punch-in-the-gut story about the power of friendship and the horrors hiding right in front of us.” — Laurie Halse Anderson, author of Speak and Chains * “This thought-provoking thriller examines issues such as abuse, gentrification, and the marginalization of people of color with nuance and sensitivity. The narrative deftly moves back and forth between past and present, building to a devastating conclusion. A spellbinding, profoundly moving choice for YA collections.” — School Library Journal (starred review) * “Jackson’s sophomore novel features another ripped-from-the-headlines premise that will keep readers guessing through the final pages. Jackson’s characters and their heart-wrenching story linger long after the final page, urging readers to advocate for those who are disenfranchised and forgotten by society and the system.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) * “Jackson effortlessly weaves elements of suspense with issues of race, class, and gender, casting a harsh light on a world that often refuses to notice the disappearances of black and brown girls. The twist at the end is both gaspworthy and heartbreaking.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) “Jackson doesn’t hold anything back when it comes to the pain of abuse and the ramifications of turning a blind eye. It’s a frank, devastating read filled with real and flawed characters, and it’s a story that needs to be read.” — Booklist “The draw of this novel, which was inspired by actual events, lies in its interwoven themes of the effects of gentrification, especially on black residents whose connections, culture, and community become afterthoughts in the face of capitalism. A tragic and heartbreaking tale of love, loss, grief, growth, and perseverance.” — Kirkus Reviews PRAISE FOR ALLEGEDLY: * “With remarkable skill, Jackson offers an unflinching portrayal of the raw social outcomes when youth are entrapped in a vicious cycle of nonparenting and are sent spiraling down the prison-for-profit pipeline. Dark, suspenseful.” — School Library Journal (starred review) * “Her novel effectively joins Ava DuVernay’s documentary 13th and Michelle Alexander’s The New Jim Crow (2010) to become another indictment of the penal system’s decimating power beyond its bars and, more subtly and refreshingly, a pro-reproductive-justice novel. Searing and true.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) * “The characters are complex, the situation unsettling, and the line between right and wrong hopelessly blurred. It’s also intensely relevant, addressing race, age, and mental illness within the criminal justice system. Well conceived and executed, this is an absorbing and exceptional first novel.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) * “Suspenseful without being emotionally manipulative, compelling without resorting to shock value, this is a tightly spun debut that wrestles with many intense ideas and ends with a knife twist that will send readers racing back to the beginning again.” — Booklist (starred review) “Seen through Jackson’s dark portrait of the legal system and the failures of parents and social workers, Mary’s environments are as grim as the stories that play out in them; readers fascinated by procedural dramas will be thoroughly hooked.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
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HarperCollins Pinkalicious and the Pinkettes
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pinkalicious and the Pinkettes
Book Synopsis#1 New York Times bestselling author Victoria Kann brings young readers a Pinkalicious I Can Read adventure that celebrates creativity and resourcefulness! Rock out with Pinkalicious and her friends in this Level One I Can Read. Pinkalicious and her friends want to start a band, but they don’t have any instruments! Pinkalicious will need to find a creative answer. When Pinkalicious realizes there are amazing sounds all around, she figures out what to do. Pinkalicious and the Pinkettes is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Readers can watch Pinkalicious and Peterrific on the funtastic PBS Kids TV series Pinkalicious & Peterrific!
£14.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Dreaming Out Loud
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£16.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Why Dont We In the Limelight
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Last Things
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Last Things
Book SynopsisEverything I love in a book.—Victoria Schwab, author of #1 New York Times bestseller This Savage Song“The kind of taut, atmospheric thriller that gets your heart racing and sets your imagination on fire. Sensational.”—Claire Legrand, New York Times-bestselling author of FurybornFinalist for the Minnesota Book AwardNew York Times-bestselling author Jacqueline West captivates readers with a dark, hypnotic story about the cost of talent—and the evil that lurks just out of sight. Fans of Holly Black and Victoria Schwab will be mesmerized by this gorgeous, magnetic novel.High school senior Anders Thorson is unusually gifted. His band, Last Things, is legendary in their northern Minnesota hometown. With guitar skills that would amaze even if he weren’t only eighteen, Anders is the focus of head-turning admiration.
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc BTS Rise of Bangtan
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fireworks
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc BLACKPINK Pretty Isnt Everything The Ultimate
Book SynopsisFilled with incredible color photos and fun facts, this unofficial fan guide tells the full story of the global phenomenon Blackpink. The girls of Blackpink are more than just pretty faces. Since they debuted in 2016, the group has broken record after record, played shows across the globe, and built up a dedicated fan army of BLINKS. Now they’re one of the biggest K-pop groups the world has ever seen. And they’re only just getting started.Read the whole story of Blackpink’s rise to fame in this extensively researched unofficial biography. Find out everything you need to know about Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa, and Rosé from their trainee days to their current lives as idols. Full of high-quality photos and fun facts, this unofficial guide is a must-have for all BLINKS and K-pop fans!
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Charming Young Man
Book SynopsisBut despite his being the youngest student ever accepted into the prestigious Paris Conservatory, there’s no way an impoverished musician can make his way in 1890s Paris without an outside patron.Young gossip columnist Marcel Proust takes Léon under his wing, and the boys game their way through an extravagant new world.Trade Review“Charming Young Man is a gorgeous exploration of artistic talent and envy, wealth and power, art and desire wrapped up in a delicious, page-turner of a plot. I absolutely loved it.” — Nina LaCour, author of Michael L. Printz Award–winner We Are Okay “The author creates an intimate, sensitive, gay coming-of-age story. Beautifully realized and a pleasure to read.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Schrefer masterfully portrays Léon’s inner world, full of self-doubt and desperation (alongside dreamy moments at the piano), within a suspenseful story of high personal stakes.” — Booklist (starred review) “Schrefer immerses readers in the beautiful worlds of Belle Epoque Paris and rural France with detail that enhances the narrative. Teens will be seduced and captivated by the depictions of Paris high society, while also connecting with the heart of the plot: Leon finding his place in the world where he feels like an outsider. An enjoyable and easy-to-read coming-of-age story set in the past but relevant to the present.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Schrefer’s Léon Delafosse, who is based on the real French pianist of the same name, is not only likable, but sensitive and resilient, and his perseverance amid dramatic ups and downs on his path toward happiness is engaging.” — Publishers Weekly PRAISE FOR DARKNESS OUTSIDE US: "Schrefer masterfully evokes and maintains suspense that keeps the pages turning briskly while still taking the time to limn the two boys’ touching, moving relationship. If all of this is space opera, readers will want an encore. Bravo." — Booklist (starred review) "3, 2, 1…blastoff for mystery, adventure, and queer intergalactic bodice-ripping." — Kirkus Reviews "[A] sexy space odyssey. Schrefer’s immersive novel combines the build of mysteries and the tension of romance, slowly unfurling an iterative story about love and attraction, destiny, and connection. " — Publishers Weekly "Schrefer does an excellent job of developing and humanizing his characters before throwing them into the swift waters of a sci-fi plot with its truly shocking and satisfying twist. Readers are sure to root for these lovable characters’ survival." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books "This deep-space survival story, with a strong gay romance and notes of horror, will appeal to fans of Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff’s Illuminae." — School Library Journal "Yes, The Darkness Outside Us is utterly inventive and relentlessly page-turning. And yes, Ambrose and Kodiak are seriously the hottest couple in space. But even more, this is an insightful, tender, and profound story, about the weight of history, and the power of transformation and true love." — Deb Caletti, National Book Award finalist and author of A Heart in a Body in the World “Fiercely imaginative and desperately real, The Darkness Outside Us explores the wild expanses of the human heart. This book is a triumph.” — Elana K. Arnold, author of Damsel, a Printz Honor Book "The Darkness Outside Us is equal parts terrifying, tender, and thrilling. I loved every word of this sharp, thoughtful look at the world we live in and the ones beyond." — Brandy Colbert, award-winning author of Little & Lion Absolutely brilliant. The Darkness Outside Us is a pulse-pounding thriller, engrossing science fiction epic, and heartfelt meditation on love all at once.” — Malinda Lo, Author of Ash
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HarperCollins Rock Rosetta Rock Roll Rosetta Roll
Book SynopsisA profile as bold and vivacious as the singer herself. —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Terrific for all collections that want to inspire the musically inclined and highlight innovative pioneers. —ALA Booklist (starred review)Bolden uses alliteration, assonance, repetition, and rhythm to create an irresistibly musical text that effectively communicates the feel of Tharpe''s music. Christie''s lively illustrations. . . capture the physicality of Tharpe''s performance style and the intensity of her sound. —Publishers Weekly (starred review)Impressive offering about an often-overlooked figure in American music. —The Horn Book (starred review)“The marriage of Bolden’s words and Christie’s pictures is almost as satisfying as Tharpe’s songs.” —New York Times Book ReviewPerfect for fans of Trombone Shorty and Ada’s Violin!Award-winning author Tonya Bolden and acclaimed illustrator R. Gregory Christie deliver an inspiring true story about the life, career, and impact of twentieth-century blues and gospel singer Sister Rosetta Tharpe, who was a trailblazer for rock-and-roll. Includes a timeline of Sister Rosetta Tharpe’s life, an author’s note, and a list of sources.Before there was Elvis, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, and Johnny Cash, there was Sister Rosetta Tharpe.The godmother of rock-and-roll started as a little girl from Arkansas with music in her air, in her hair, in her bones, wiggling her toes. With a big guitar in hand and a big voice in her soul, she grew into a rock-and-roll trailblazer in a time when women were rarely seen rocking out. Her guitar picking was like nobody else’s!Boogie along with this rockin’ tribute to the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sister Rosetta Tharpe by Coretta Scott King Honor-winning author Tonya Bolden and Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator R. Gregory Christie.A CCBC 2024 Choices for the Arts selection!Trade Review“A profile as bold and vivacious as the singer herself.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "Terrific for all collections that want to inspire the musically inclined and highlight innovative pioneers. " — Booklist (starred review) "Bolden uses alliteration, assonance, repetition, and rhythm to create an irresistibly musical text that effectively communicates the feel of Tharpe's music. Christie's lively illustrations. . . capture the physicality of Tharpe's performance style and the intensity of her sound." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “The marriage of Bolden’s words and Christie’s pictures is almost as satisfying as Tharpe’s songs. . .” — New York Times Book Review "Impressive offering about an often-overlooked figure in American music." — Horn Book (starred review)
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Playing at the Border
Book SynopsisTrade Review“By examining the life of Ma, whose story resonates with courage, persistence, and unity, Ho inspires readers to break barriers of their own.” — Horn Book (starred review) “A beautiful tribute to an award-winning musician with a heart much larger than the number of albums he has created and accolades he has garnered.” — New York Journal of Books “Everyone can benefit from Ho’s message of music bringing calm and peace to the world.” — Booklist “Hopeful and lovely.” — Kirkus Reviews “An ambitious portrait of a storied humanitarian with a clear message of advocacy.” — Publishers Weekly
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc On the Come Up Collectors Edition
Book SynopsisThis collector?s edition of the acclaimed, bestselling novel contains a letter from the author, deleted scenes, a picture of the author as a teen rapper, an annotated playlist, Angie?s top 5 MCs, an annotated rap, illustrated quotes from the book, and an excerpt from Angie?s next novel.#1New York Timesbestseller Seven starred reviews Boston Globe-Horn BookAward Honor Book?For all the struggle in this book, Thomas rarely misses a step as a writer. Thomas continues to hold up that mirror with grace and confidence. We are lucky to have her, and lucky to know a girl like Bri.??The New York Times Book ReviewSixteen-year-old Bri wants to be one of the greatest rappers of all time. Or at least win her first battle. As the daughter of an underground hip hop legend who died right before he hit big, Bri?s got massive shoes to fill.But it?s hard to get your come up when you?re labeled a hoodlum at school, and your fridge at home is empty after your mom loses her job. So Bri pours her anger and frustration into her first song, which goes viral . . . for all the wrong reasons.Bri soon finds herself at the center of a controversy, portrayed by the media as more menace than MC. But with an eviction notice staring her family down, Bri doesn?t just want to make it?shehasto.Even if it means becoming the very thing the public has made her out to be.Insightful, unflinching, and full of heart,On the Come Upis an ode to hip hop from one of the most influential literary voices of a generation. It is the story of fighting for your dreams, even as the odds are stacked against you; and about how, especially for young black people, freedom of speech isn?t always free.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Greatest Song of All
Book SynopsisFrom the acclaimed author of Bartali’s Bicycle comes the inspiring story of violin virtuoso Isaac Stern and his mission to save the beloved Carnegie Hall from demolition.When Carnegie Hall first opened its doors in 1891, no one could have predicted its incredible success.Trade Review“A precious glimpse into an important moment in history. It is a true love letter to Carnegie Hall, and should have a place on all shelves.” — School Library Journal (starred review) "The book documents this history while at the same time acknowledging the importance of musical education and Carnegie Hall’s modern role in that pursuit. The digital illustrations enhance the text perfectly, capturing the grandeur of performances and the diversity of New York and its citizens. You'll be shouting 'Bravo!'" — Kirkus Reviews "Hoyt pays tribute not just to the renowned violinist but to a unique cultural institution that has hosted many luminaries. Young readers will doubtless be left duly appreciative of both. Compelling." — Booklist "In clear, engaging text, Hickey’s finely detailed digital cartoons place Stern in the spotlight, capturing his ceaseless energy and stalwart efforts. His message—'When you believe in something, you can move mountains!'—is a good one for children to hear, and this story is a great way to introduce the famous fiddler and his favorite performance venue to the next generation of music lovers." — Horn Book Magazine
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