Children’s / Teenage general interest: Mysteries and the unexplained
Scholastic Inc. Greywaren The Dreamer Trilogy 3
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£17.99
Scholastic Inc. Ghost Squad
Book SynopsisA New York Times bestseller!Coco meets Stranger Things with a hint of Ghostbusters in this action-packed supernatural fantasy adventure!For Lucely Luna, ghosts are more than just the family business.Shortly before Halloween, Lucely and her best friend, Syd, cast a spell that accidentally awakens malicious spirits, wreaking havoc throughout St. Augustine. Together, they must join forces with Syd's witch grandmother, Babette, and her tubby tabby, Chunk, to fight the haunting head-on and reverse the curse to save the town and Lucely's firefly spirits before it's too late.With the family dynamics of Coco and action-packed adventure of Ghostbusters, Claribel A. Ortega delivers both a thrillingly spooky and delightfully sweet debut novel.
£7.99
Scholastic US Bridge of Souls City of Ghosts 3
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£8.54
Scholastic Inc. Winter Turning A Graphic Novel Wings of Fire
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£21.24
Scholastic Inc. The Spaces in Between Exit 13 Book 2
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£7.99
Scholastic Inc. Scarewaves
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£999.99
Scholastic Inc. UNICORN YETI09 RAZZLE DAZZLE
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£7.84
Scholastic Inc. Rays Big Day A Journey at the Speed of Light
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£14.06
Scholastic Inc. Awake
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£7.99
Disney Publishing Group The Circle of TerRoar
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£6.99
Hyperion Books Spell Bound
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£10.36
MX - APA Publishing Grow Happy
Book Synopsis My name is Kiko. I''m a gradener. I grow happy.Let me show you how. Kiko is a gardener. She takes care of her garden with seeds, soil, water, and sunshine. In Grow Happy, Kiko also demonstrates how she cultivates happiness, just like she does in her garden. Using positive psychology and choice theory, this book shows children that they have the tools to nurture their own happiness and live resiliently. Just as Kiko possesses the resources needed?seeds, soil, water?to build a thriving garden, she also has the tools to nurture her own happiness?including social support, choices, and problem-solving skills. Grounded in principles of positive psychology and choice theory, Grow Happy helps kids understand that they play an important role in cultivating their own happiness using resources at their disposal. Includes a Note to Parents and Caregiverswith information on how our choices and paying attention to our bodies and feelings affects happiness.Trade Review“Creating and caring for a garden serves as an apt metaphor for self-care in this sensitive story from the father-daughter team of Lasser and Foster-Lasser….. Crinkly, textured papers bring pleasing warmth to Lyles’s mixed-media collages, creating an atmosphere of positivity to match the girl’s confident attitude.”—Publishers Weekly “A charming and to-the-point book for addressing mindfulness with young children, perfect for classrooms and libraries.” —School Library Journal “Children are learning very early that the world is a tough place in which to grow up. Giving kids the tools to get it done will be a tremendous boost. And these three books contribute to that effort in a delightful way.” —Children’s Books Heal “Wonderfully entertaining from beginning to end and with an invaluable life affirming message, Grow Happy is unreservedly and enthusiastically recommended for family, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections.”—Midwest Book Review “I love that this book teaches kids that they have the power to make themselves happy.”—Mom’s Radius “This book should lead to many good discussions around well being and each person’s ability to cultivate their own contentment.”—School Library Connection “All readers could learn from Grow Happy, but like gardening it’s much more fun when you read it together.”—Plant Talk
£15.24
Simon Pulse The Chosen 5 05 Night World
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£12.59
Simon Pulse Dark Angel 4 04 Night World
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£12.59
Simon Pulse Black Dawn 8 Night World
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£12.59
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Lockwood Co. The Creeping Shadow
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£9.49
Sourcebooks, Inc The Mystery of Black Hollow Lane
Book SynopsisFor fans of The Mysterious Benedict Society and The Blackthorn Key series comes an award-winning boarding school mystery about twelve year old Emmy, who''s shipped off to a prestigious British school. But her new home is hiding a secret society and it may be the answer to Emmy''s questions about her missing father.With a dad who disappeared years ago and a mother who''s a bit too busy to parent, Emmy is shipped off to Wellsworth, a prestigious boarding school in England, where she''s sure she won''t fit in.But then she finds a box of mysterious medallions in the attic of her home with a note reading: These belonged to your father.When she arrives at school, she finds the strange symbols from the medallions etched into walls and books, which leads Emmy and her new friends, Jack and Lola, to Wellsworth''s secret society: The Order of Black Hollow Lane.Emmy can''t help but think that the society had something to do with her dad''s disappearance, and that there may be m
£9.56
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform The Phantom Ranger and the Skateboard Gang
£10.20
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Gathering Water Volume 1
£14.27
Open Road Media The Mummy the Will and the Crypt 2 Johnny Dixon 2
£13.25
Open Road Media The Curse of the Blue Figurine
Book Synopsis A boy sneaks into an old church to confront a mad ghost in this adventure by the author of The House with a Clock in Its Walls It’s the 1950s when Johnny Dixon’s mother dies, his father goes to fight in the Korean War, and he goes to live with his grandparents. Although life in a new house is strange, Johnny’s “Grampa” listens to his favorite ballgames, takes him on long walks, and tells him stories of the strange mysteries that lurk in the shadows. Best of all, he’s friends with Professor Childermass, an eccentric academic who’s about to take Johnny on the adventure of a lifetime. When the professor learns Johnny loves ghost stories, he tells the boy the spookiest legend in Duston Heights, Massachusetts—the tale of the haunted church on the edge of town, with demonic carvings on its altar, and the troubled spirit of mad Father Baart, who is said to have killed two people befo
£14.20
Open Road Media The Spell of the Sorcerers Skull 3 Johnny Dixon 3
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPraise for John Bellairs “I have just spent a long rainy weekend buried under a quilt, devouring salty peanuts and a stack of John Bellairs mysteries. It was heaven . . . Much like other mysteries, these short works of the imagination are designed and constructed with the fine storytelling craft of an adult master. . . . Bellairs moves the action at a furious clip. . . . [These] hair-raising adventures also excite readers because they involve believable and likable characters with whom we can empathize in moments of danger . . . An endearing detective team.” —Marilyn Stasio, The New York Times “Is there no end to the suspense John Bellairs can create?” —School Library Journal “There’s suspense and action aplenty. . . Perfect for the pre-Stephen King set.” —Booklist “Sophisticated notions on the nature of good and evil, nuanced storytelling, and expert world-building.” —AV Club
£13.25
£11.52
£9.70
Lerner Publishing Group Monstrous: The Lore, Gore, and Science Behind
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£19.40
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Charity's Light (Charity Series Book 6): Anora's Story
£12.19
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Paranormal Phenomena: Modern Tales of the Unexplained
£11.52
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Entranced
£10.80
Paula Kennedy Happy Tapping with Mia & Charlie Energy EFT For Kids
£13.62
Xist Publishing The Dream Dragon
£18.99
Margaret K. McElderry Books A Cruel and Fated Light
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£19.79
Candlewick Press,U.S. Hattie and Hudson
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£999.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. All Our Hidden Gifts
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£10.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Gifts That Bind Us
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£10.44
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Fraud
£12.39
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Ghosts of Coronado Bay: A Maya Blair Mystery
£11.43
Scholastic Inc. Identikill 2
£8.84
Scholastic Inc. Goosebumps Retro Terror Set Limited Edition Tin
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£999.99
Scholastic Inc. The Last Sleepover Goosebumps House of Shivers 5
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£7.59
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc This Poison Heart
Book SynopsisDarkness blooms in bestselling author Kalynn Bayron’s new contemporary fantasy about a girl with a unique and deadly power. Briseis has a gift: with a single touch she can grow plants from tiny seeds to rich blooms. When Briseis’s aunt dies and wills her a dilapidated estate in rural New York, Bri and her parents hope that surrounded by plants and flowers, she will finally learn to control her gift. But their new home is sinister in ways they never expected—it comes with a mysterious set of instructions, a walled garden filled with the deadliest botanicals in the world, and generations of secrets. There is more to Bri’s sudden inheritance than she could have imagined, and she is determined to uncover it. From the bestselling author of Cinderella Is Dead comes an enchanting story about a young woman with the power to conquer the dark forces descending around her.Trade ReviewKalynn Bayron's writing is alchemy itself, blending contemporary fantasy with a dose of haunting mystery and a dropper of gothic fiction. An intoxicating tale about the power of about Black motherhood and daughterhood, and family bonds that can't be broken. Like the poisonous plants Briseis tends to, This Poison Heart is mesmerizing and beautiful. * Tracy Deonn, New York Times bestselling author of LEGENDBORN *A verdant read as rich as the greenery within it, This Poison Heart will wrap its vines around you and never let go. * Kayla Ancrum, author of THE WICKER KING *Bayron takes an old story, turns it on its head, and makes it her own with a stunning display of pacing, character, and legacy. * #1 New York Times bestselling author E.K. Johnston *Thrilling and magnetic, This Poison Heart pulses with true Black girl magic and endless mystery. * Julian Winters, award-winning author of RUNNING WITH LIONS *Kalynn Bayron does more than re-write a fairy-tale . . . She breaks it apart and rebuilds it into a wholly original and captivating story where girls finally decide for themselves who lives happily ever after. * Brigid Kemmerer, New York Times bestselling author of A CURSE SO DARK AND LONELY, on CINDERELLA IS DEAD *Bayron weaves science and Greek mythology into a captivating lore that lends weight to this fantastical contemporary story. She conjures entertaining and realistic dialogue and attentive characterization, while incisive descriptions and sumptuous prose evoke a wonderfully gothic atmosphere. * Publishers Weekly, starred review *This Poison Heart masterfully weaves a unique story grounded in the depths of Greek mythology and Black girlhood, ideal for lovers of folklore or those who enjoy the thrill of a well-paced and unanticipated adventure. * Booklist, starred review *Bayron strikes just the right balance of mystical and modern, bringing elements of mythology and spirituality to Bri’s family roots while situating her securely in a relatable adolescence. * The Bulletin of the Center of Children's Books *Bayron conjures a world filled with magic and mystery. Brings much-needed inclusivity and contemporary flavor to the teen fantasy genre. * Kirkus Reviews *I’m a big fan of tropes and love seeing how marginalized authors take them in new and interesting directions, something Bayron does very well here, and a big part of that is due to how well-developed her characters are. . . . . It’s a fast-paced mystery with a clever twist on the myth of Medea. The story is full of queer Black girl magic, and I can’t wait to see where Kalynn Bayron takes it. * Locus Magazine *The twists and turns of this fantasy tale will keep readers engaged . . . . Readers will be inspired. * School Library Connection *Flipping the Cinderella tale on its head, Bayron’s take challenges patriarchy with kick-butt heroines and a counter-story that will forever change how readers perceive fairy tales. * Booklist, starred review, on CINDERELLA IS DEAD *Readers looking for dystopia, queer romance, LGBTQ inclusiveness, and women sticking it to the patriarchy will be pleased. * SLJ on CINDERELLA IS DEAD *A queer dystopian fantasy that questions written history and societal expectations. * Shelf Awareness on CINDERELLA IS DEAD *Bayron’s deconstructive reimagining of the classic fairy tale is ambitious, replacing the happily-ever-after with a tragic legacy and a defiant, feminist tone. * Publishers Weekly on CINDERELLA IS DEAD *
£16.14
Bloomsbury YA This Poison Heart
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£11.33
Bloomsbury USA They Bloom at Night
£16.99
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc The Vanquishers
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£8.54
Independently Published The Families of Flowering Plants: Heliconiaceae to Zingiberaceae
£12.39
American Girl Publishing Inc A Smart Girl's Guide: Worry: How to Feel Less
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£11.69
American Girl Publishing Inc Is This Normal: More Girls' Questions, Answered
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£9.56
Rodale Press Inc. Breathe Like a Bear: 30 Mindful Moments for Kids
Book SynopsisBreathe Like a Bear is a beautifully illustrated collection of movements and breathing exercises designed to teach kids techniques for managing their bodies, breath, and emotions. Best of all, they can be performed anywhere: in the backseat of a car, at home, or even at a child's deskat school. Based on Kira Willey's Parents'Choice GOLD Award-winning CD, Mindful Moments for Kids, this is the first book of its kind and is the perfect tool to help children and parents develop a fun and consistent mindfulness practice.Trade Review“Breathe Like a Bear is a beautiful guide to mindfulness. Parents, teachers, caregivers— and especially kids—will love the different ways to explore mindfulness and breath through animals and story in Breathe Like a Bear. Both lyrical and practical, this much-needed book will help children navigate the world around them!” —Susan Verde, author of I Am Yoga and I Am Peace “I love this book! Breathe Like a Bear is filled with playful and imaginative ideas for helping kids connect to themselves, whether it’s their own strong energy or inner calm. Each moment that Kira has so elegantly sculpted and described conjures up delicious, beautiful, or whimsical, child-friendly scenarios. It’s exactly this fun and accessible style that will make kids want to try every one of these little gems that provides simple tools for big change.” —Laurie Berkner, award-winning and bestselling children’s musical artistAuthor Willey brings years of experience in children's music and movement to her debut.The book is divided into five sections ("Be Calm," "Focus," "Imagine," "Make Some Energy," and "Relax"), which are further sectioned into double-page-spread subtopics. Each spread includes one or two breath-centered exercises to encourage a habit and practice of mindfulness. Most, but not all, include references to wild animals and nature that are sure to appeal to young children. They are encouraged to use their imaginations as launch pads for being present: "Imagine you're a cloud in the sky" and "Imagine you're a sleepy lion, just waking up in the morning" are typical. The exercises are brief and excellent for short attention spans, though some offer opportunities for extension through pacing. The instructional text is simple enough for fluent readers to use in self-guided practice, though each exercise likely works best as a read-aloud. Betts accompanies each exercise with charming illustrations featuring foxes, elephants, fanciful clouds, and, of course, bears. This friendly book is sure to appeal to educators and caregivers looking for an accessible and kid-friendly introduction to mindfulness. A breath of fresh air. - Kirkus Reviews Breathe Like a Bear teaches kids how to flex their mindfulness muscles and be calm, focused, imaginative,energized and relaxed. Kira Willey offers up fun activities that are sure tocaptivate young audiences and start them developing positive energy-producinghabits for their physical and mental well-being. And as Michelle KelseyMitchell points out in the foreword, "Children who practice mindfulnessare better able to self-regulate, have improved social skills... anddemonstrate higher self-esteem." Accentuating the engaging exercises aredelightful illustrations of animals and nature portrayed in strikingly boldcolors. This enjoyable, interactive book is a sneaky way to promote a healthyapproach to life with the small people you value most. –Shelf Awareness
£12.34
Rodale Press Breathe Like a Bear: 30 Mindful Moments for Kids
Book SynopsisGet your kids ready to conquer back to school anxiety with this collection of 30 mindfulness meditations and exercises to help kids feel calm, focused, and energized wherever they are. Breathe Like a Bear is a beautifully illustrated collection of mindfulness exercises designed to teach kids techniques for managing their bodies, breath, and emotions. Best of all, these 30 simple, short breathing practices and movements can be performed anytime, anywhere: in the car to the grocery store, during heavy homework nights at home, or even at a child’s desk at school. Based on Kira Willey’s Parents’ Choice GOLD Award-winning CD, Mindful Moments for Kids, this one-of-a-kind book is sure to help kids find calm, gain focus, and feel energized during the day, and encourage families to establish a fun and consistent mindfulness practice, whether at home or on the go.
£15.19
