Children’s / Teenage general interest: Television, video and film

Book SynopsisThe ULTIMATE boredom buster for Star Wars fans!Children of all ages will enjoy engaging with a galaxy full of their favourite Star Wars characters to solve 100 word, logic, number, memory and picture puzzles.Featuring Yoda, Luke Skywalker, Rey, Darth Vader, Grogu, Boba Fett and many more characters, kids everywhere will love exercising their brains in fun and exciting ways. Star Wars Brain Games' compact size makes it an ideal companion for travel and school holidays - it will keep children entertained for hours!Also available:Disney Brain GamesMarvel Brain GamesThe Ultimate Star Wars Quiz Book

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Book SynopsisDid you know that toothed whales, like Bailey from Finding Dory, use echolocation to navigate the oceans? Or that the traditional Chinese clothing worn in Mulan is called hanfu, which translates to 'clothing of the Han people'?Curious minds will love discovering over 1,000 fascinating real-world facts. Learn about the oceans with facts about creatures from Finding Nemo and The Little Mermaid. Explore facts about favourite animal characters such as Simba from The Lion King and Dante from Coco. Discover the history of toys and games with Buzz and Woody from Toy Story and marvel at the science of super heroes with the Incredibles!With over 30 topics across the subjects of Nature, Art, History, Science, Leisure, Geography and more, there's a wealth of information to delight and inform all the family.Featuring artwork of favourite Disney characters, fans of all ages will love this fun trivia book.

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Book SynopsisEmbark on a search-and-find adventure within THE WORLD OF DUNGEONS & DRAGONS!Dive into a dozen intricately illustrated Dungeons & Dragons worlds and realms, including the frozen winds of Icewind Dale, Waterdeep and the City of Splendors, Neverwinter, the Jewel of the North, and the legendary Baldur’s Gate! Will you be able to discover the Dungeon Master as he guides you to the end, or will you remain lost forever within the Forgotten Realms? Join fighters, wizards, knights, and other iconic characters as they journey through the Forgotten Realms in search of the legendary Dungeon Master! Get ready to explore the iconic Dungeons & Dragons franchise like never before with this 48-page search-and-find filled with magically detailed full-color illustrations, guaranteed to give hours of search-and-find fun!

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Book SynopsisCelebrate 60 years of web-slinging with the story of Marvel Comics' most beloved super hero, Spider-Man! Features Foreword by Stephen Wacker, former Senior Editor of Spider-Man.When Stan Lee and Steve Ditko debuted Spider-Man in Amazing Fantasy, would they have ever predicted what would happen next? Spider-Man would go on to become the most popular super hero in history! Discover the origins and inception of New York's favourite web-slinging, crime-fighting, skyscraper-swinging super hero, in this gorgeous coffee table book. Not only will readers experience a real-time exhibition of the life of Spidey, but they will uncover his story, his iterations, the storylines that shook comics-lore and discover the creators who brought the web-head to life! This amazingly curated collection includes rarely seen artwork from the Marvel archives and will chronicle the enormous Spider-Verse and history of the legendary Spider-Man and his most famous foes. Spider-Man Museum is the definitive gift purchase for Spidey lovers everywhere and a must-have addition to the shelf for fans of comics. Celebrate Spidey's 60th anniversary in glorious style.Also available:- Marvel Museum- Marvel Heroes & Villains- Marvel Universe: An Atlas of Marvel- What Would Spider-Man Do?- What Would Hulk Do?- What Would The Mighty Thor Do?© 2022 MARVEL

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Book SynopsisDo you dream of walking the red carpet? Are you fascinated by special effects? Do you have a story you're itching to tell the world? This practical guide to all things stage, film and TV is packed with everything you need to know about working in the theatre or film industry. From famous theatres to a timeline of musicals, from fascinating film genres to exotic locations, learn all about the behind-the-scenes magic of stage and screen. Follow our step-by-step guides and in no time you'll be putting on your own production or shooting your own film. Next stop, Hollywood or London's West End! In a modern world where creativity is more important than ever, these aspirational books will encourage and inspire the next generation of creative young minds. From the ancient origins of performance to the emerging digital world fusing art and technology, All The World's A Stage provides an amazing insight into theatre, television and film. This guide showcases the many different roles required to create a blockbuster movie or West End production and then tells you exactly how to do it at home!Trade ReviewJust Imagine - All the World’s a Stage: Noodle Juice publications is a long-awaited, detailed, practical guide to pretty much all the component parts of production and performance in theatre, television and film... A great book to have in a school library for children and teachers to delve into the world of performing arts.; Primary Times - This is an extremely detailed and interesting practical guide to performance for anyone interested in any aspect of theatre, film or television. Firstly it looks at all kinds of live performances and what they involve, ending with a look at some famous theatres. It then moves onto film and TV looking at how it evolved and the different genres. It also shows the different types of associated careers as well as the performers, you might be surprised how many and varied they are, explaining each in detail, all fully illustrated. Finally, if all that makes you want to try it for yourself, there are step-by-step instructions to show how you can put on a play or make a film. Fascinating stuff.; Lancashire Evening Post - This super, illustrated exploration of the exciting world of acting is... the perfect inspiration for the next generation of creative young minds. So if you dream of walking the red carpet, are fascinated with special effects, or have a story that you are itching to tell the world, this practical guide to all things stage, film and TV is packed with everything you need to know about working in the theatre or film industry. From the ancient origins of performance to the emerging digital world fusing art and technology, All The World’s A Stage provides an amazing insight into theatre, television and film. The guide showcases the many different roles required to create a blockbuster movie or West End production and then tells you exactly how to do it at home. Learn about famous theatres and follow a timeline of musicals, explore fascinating film genres and exotic locations, and discover the behind-the-scenes magic of stage and screen. Just follow the step-by-step guides and practical tips and in no time you’ll be putting on your own production or shooting your own film. Next stop, Hollywood or London’s West End! With practical tips on making short films and plays, guides to behind-the-scenes roles in TV and Hollywood, and lavishly illustrated throughout by Hannah Li, an award-winning Chinese illustrator based in Manhattan, this dazzling book is the ideal gift for any child who dreams of a life and career in film or stage, and a must-have for classroom libraries.; School Reading List Book Club - Non fiction book of the month January 2023. This dazzling nonfiction hardback will entrance any child who dreams of a life and career in film or on the stage. Covering practical tips on how to make short films and plays, guides to behind-the-scenes roles in TV and Hollywood, and a history of performance since ancient times, 'All The World's A Stage' will motivate children to get involved in drama, musicals and the screen. It's perfect for KS2 classroom libraries and to inspire extended learning projects.

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Book SynopsisJourney through the jungle and coral reefs, across the African plains and icy poles, and even to the Galápagos Islands, as you discover all there is to know about the world's best-known and best-loved naturalist, Sir David Attenborough, in this beautifully illustrated picture book.From a childhood spent searching for fossils to his awe-inspiring work as a broadcaster and conservationist, learn about Sir David Attenborough's WILD life, as he goes further, higher and deeper than anyone ever before to share our incredible natural world, and embarks on a mission to protect it.A perfect gift for budding naturalists and fans of David's wildlife documentaries.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Star Wars™: The Visual Encyclopedia is a dream come true…and a must-read." — BostonHerald.com"It feels exhaustive and that is a beautiful thing to say as a Star Wars fan." — UnmistakablyStarWars.com"[G]orgeous and super informative." — NerdApproved.com"[T]he holy grail for any fan…" — DorksideoftheForce.com"[It] serves as an optimal resource for fans to turn to for more information." — Cinelinx.com

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Book SynopsisBrie Larson captivated audiences as Marvel’s Captain Marvel. With compelling images, fun facts, and an Inside Hollywood special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of Larson’s life, acting career, and experience playing Captain Marvel.

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Book SynopsisJason Momoa captivated audiences as DC's Aquaman. With compelling images, fun facts, and an Inside Hollywood special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of Momoa’s life, acting career, and experience playing Aquaman.

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Book Synopsisfor an internship, but Jane plans to play as hard as she works, and has enlisted her BFF Scarlett to join in the fun.When Jane and Scarlett are approached by a producer who wants them to be on his new series, a "reality version of Sex and the City," they can hardly believe their luck.

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Book SynopsisSugar and Spice...not everyone''s nice.In the deliciously entertaining conclusion to the L.A. Candy series, New York Times bestselling author and star of the hit TV show The Hills Lauren Conrad pulls back the curtain on young Hollywood and shows that sometimes the real drama is behind the scenes.Fresh from being betrayed by one of her closest friends, new reality-TV celebrity Jane Roberts has learned a few lessons. Most important: know who to trust. And in Hollywood, that list is short.Although the press is intent on creating a tabloid war between her and ex-friend, current-costar Madison Parker, Jane just wants to take control of her life. She’s started by swearing off guys and the drama that comes with them. But when her high school sweetheart Caleb and her unrequited L.A. crush Braden show up, both acting sweeter than ever, Jane has a hard timeremembering her no-boys rule....Her best friend, Scarlett, h

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Book SynopsisAs a little girl growing up in Nazi-occupied Europe, she learned early on that true kindness is the greatest measure of a person—and it was a lesson she embodied as she became one of the first actresses to use her celebrity to shine a light on the impoverished children of the world through her work with UNICEF.Trade Review"Denos' soft pastel illustrations cut just the right Audrey outline (complete with flapping neck scarf), and fans will especially enjoy picking out the movie roles depicted in a two-page spread of costumes." -- Booklist "Audrey Hepburn proves as irresistible a character in the pages of a children's book as she is in those soigne roles of the silver screen." -- Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"A Disaster in Three Acts is every bit as charming as its title. With a great cast of characters, Kelsey Rodkey has crafted a story that is heartfelt, fun, and dizzyingly romantic, perfectly blending moments that will bring you to tears and double over with laughter." — Rachael Lippincott, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Five Feet Apart "It's rare that a YA novel so effortlessly transports me back to high school, and A Disaster in Three Acts did it instantly. A perfect balance of humor and heartbreak, filled with crackling romantic tension, vividly drawn characters, and a tender emotional core. This is a book bursting with love." — Rachel Lynn Solomon, New York Times bestselling author of See You Yesterday "Rodkey explores the messiness of feelings—including growing pains and miscommunication—through flawed characters who don’t always take the easy road... A rom-com that deftly hits many emotional beats." — Kirkus Reviews "Emotional and mental health and therapy are all addressed in a positive way, and each character feels well-developed. Even the side story lines are well-rounded. A fun rom-com with an emotional punch." — Booklist “Full of addictive banter, achingly real characters fumbling and faking their way towards self-acceptance, and a thoroughly satisfying slow burn romance that delivers all the feels. An absolute delight that will linger long after the last page.” — Monica Gomez-Hira, author of Once Upon a Quinceañera “Kelsey Rodkey’s signature wit shines in this hilarious and heartfelt YA romcom. Readers will fall in love with Saine as she navigates her growing feelings for her ex-friend turned friend’s ex, and the often complicated ways we figure ourselves out by letting others in.” — Sonia Hartl, author of Have a Little Faith in Me and The Lost Girls Praise for Last Chance Books: "Packed with smart humor and sparkling prose, Last Chance Books strikes both the funny bone and the heartstrings. You’ll root for Madeline as old and new relationships thwart her fight to save her family’s bookstore. A delightful read." — Laura Taylor Namey, New York Times bestselling author of A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow “A charming, hilarious debut that pays tribute to You’ve Got Mail while feeling uniquely modern. Kelsey Rodkey’s banter is what romcom dreams are made of, and Madeline and Jasper are so perfectly matched that I nearly perished while waiting for them to kiss. (And oh, they do.) An instant favorite.” — Rachel Lynn Solomon, New York Times bestselling author of See You Yesterday "Madeline is quick-witted, bright, and passionate... a lighthearted page-turner." — School Library Journal "This enemies-to-lovers romance includes a business rivalry, a deadbeat mom, and a last-gasp attempt to save a family store... A solid rom-com." — Kirkus Reviews "The You've Got Mail-style romance is well-executed in this debut." — Publishers Weekly "Rooted as much in family as it is in cute banter, book nerdery, and sexual tension... You’ve Got Mail for teens." — Booklist

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This queer coming-of-age story offers a high-appeal, fandom-inspired romantic subplot with a prickly, enemies-to-lovers dynamic involving an asexual love interest. The central conflict diverges from the path of a straightforward savior narrative, focusing instead on confronting privilege, setting healthy boundaries, and unlearning gendered expectations." — Kirkus Reviews "Ellor adeptly centers [fictional sci-fi show] Galaxy Spark’s script and crew to address themes of homophobia, misogyny, and white privilege. An inviting tale of self-expression and discovery." — Publishers Weekly "Ellor's novel will resonate with anyone who has explored who they are and who they want to be." — Booklist "Acting the Part takes the fun of fake dating and fandom to tell a thoughtful, nuanced story about stories. Ellor asks—and answers—charged questions about who holds the power when writing queer characters and what it takes to flip the script." — Jasper Sanchez, author of The (Un)popular Vote Praise for May the Best Man Win: "Ellor delivers an intense story about self-discovery, pain, and forgiveness. [A] nuanced conversation about the challenges that coming out as trans brings for the transgender person and the relationships they must navigate. Fans of Leah Johnson’s You Should See Me in a Crown (2020) won’t want to miss this thoughtful lovers-to-enemies-to-lovers high-school dramedy with a romantic core." — Booklist (starred review) "Roaring, raging, and riotous, May the Best Man Win is a queer lovers-to-exes-to-enemies-to-lovers romance that will have you rooting for both Jeremy and Lucas to win homecoming king―and each other’s hearts." — The Nerd Daily “Earnest, charming, and completely unafraid to dive headfirst into the beautifully messy complexity of grief, gender, and growth. May the Best Man Win won my heart completely.” — Becky Albertalli, New York Times–bestselling author of Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda “…an utterly fresh romance with messy queer teens falling in and out of love, finding their community, and fighting to be seen. ZR Ellor’s debut puts him on the map as a new, exciting voice.” — Molly Knox Ostertag, author of The Witch Boy "With effervescent writing and bold, stereotype-defying characters, ZR Ellor crafts a much-needed, nuanced depiction of both gender identity and neurodiversity. May the Best Man Win taught me a little about myself, and had me feeling the school spirit more than I ever did for my own high school!" — Jackson Bird, YouTuber and author of Sorted: Growing Up, Coming Out, and Finding My Place

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