Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Death and grief
Sourcebooks, Inc The Girl in the Headlines
Book SynopsisThe headlines say she killed her family. The truth? She doesn't remember. Another twisty thriller from the author of Truly, Madly, Deadly that will leave readers breathless.Andrea McNulty goes to sleep on her eighteenth birthday with a near-perfect life: she's a high school field hockey star, a doted-upon big sister, the beloved daughter of two happy parents. But when she wakes up in a motel room the next morning, unable to remember what happened the previous night and covered in blood, Andi is a fugitive.According to the news, Andi's parents were brutally attacked in the middle of the night. Her father is dead, her mother is in a coma, her little brother Josh is missing—and Andi is the prime suspect. Terrified and on the run from the police, Andi teams up with Nate, the sympathetic boy working the motel's front desk, to find the real murderer. But while the police are getting further from the killer, the killer is getting closer to Andi—closer than she could ever have imagined.Pick up The Girl in the Headlines if you're looking for:A psychological, fast-paced thrillerA suspenseful, shocking readFiction examining death and griefA coming of age story with a twistAlso by Hannah Jayne:Truly, Madly, DeadlyTwistedSee Jane RunThe DareThe RevengeThe EscapeCopycatTrade Review"The action starts on the first page as readers are introduced to Andi's plight, and the pace does not let up until the final resolution." - Booklist"[T]his is a propulsive...story rife with true-crime TV tropes and plenty of red herrings." - Kirkus Reviews
£11.52
Andersen Press Ltd Grandad's Camper: A picture book for children
Book SynopsisWaterstones Children's Book Award Winner and British Book Awards Nibbies Children’s Illustrated Book of the Year 2023! Celebrate love in all its forms, as Grandad tells his granddaughter about the adventures he used to have with Gramps. A long time ago, Grandad and Gramps spent many happy days travelling the world together in a camper van. But now Gramps isn't around any more, Grandad doesn't feel much like having adventures. As she listens to his wonderful stories, Grandad’s granddaughter has an idea to cheer him up... A perfect story for Grandad on Father's Day. A School Library Journal Best Book of 2021! 'A colour-flooded riot of memory… a poignant sense of intergenerational love and grief made manageable makes this beautiful debut stand out’ GUARDIAN 'A glowingly colourful journey of remembered joy, managed grief and renewed delight in living' TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENTTrade Review"a colour-flooded riot of memory... a poignant sense of intergenerational love and grief made manageable makes this beautiful debut stand out" * Guardian *"A glowingly colourful journey of remembered joy, managed grief and renewed delight in living... their balance of spacious expanse and intricate detail, are warming as a woodstove, evoking the sense of a whole shared life" * TLS *"This picture book, in which a girl helps her grandfather embrace life again following the death of Gramps, may well aid young readers in understanding others' grief" -- Nell Baram * Shelf Awareness *"This book deserves pride of place on any bookshelf, be it in a library, school, or home... as warm and friendly as a kind grandparent" * Kirkus Reviews *"This poignant tale acknowledges the sadness of losing a loved one, but also celebrates the pleasure of remembering those who have touched our lives. The illustrations are full of warmth, colour and joy, beautifully echoing the excitement of discovery and adventure" * BookTrust *
£7.59
Ruby Tuesday Books Ltd Big Nan's Last Adventure: A book about
Book SynopsisThis is a fun-filled read-together or read-alone book for young children that helps parents, carers and educators initiate honest, realistic conversations about the following topics: breaking down stereotypes that old people are boring and frail by introducing a strong matriarchal female role model who is fun and adventurous; breaking down taboos around death and grief; understanding different views about what happens after death and keeping people ''alive'' by remembering and celebrating their lives.
£12.34
Splendid Publications Limited Yet Here I Am: One Woman's Story of Life After
Book SynopsisDeborah Binner believed the stage was set for a contented midlife after a rocky childhood. A happy marriage, good job, lovely home and three daughters moving relatively peacefully towards adolescence and beyond. What more could she ask for?Then in 2013 her world came crashing down when an 'innocuous' pain in her 15 year-old daughter's leg turned into a cancer diagnosis. And despite an agonising three-year battle with bone cancer, Chloe died aged just 18 and two weeks.Flung into a tsunami of grief, the small family tried to navigate a path to survival. But fate intervened again. Just 18 months after Chloe's death, Deborah's beloved husband Simon was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease. As a man who was adamant that 'the endgame of motor neurone disease is not for me', he ended his life in a Swiss suicide clinic within months of diagnosis. Their family's story was the subject of a BAFTA-nominated BBC documentary, How to Die: Simon's Choice.In Yet Here I Am, Deborah looks back at a life ripped apart by so much loss out of the natural order of things. Brutally frank, searingly honest and heartbreakingly poignant, she charts her remarkable journey from suicidal grief to some kind of survival and eventually, to a new form of happiness. This is a book about the resilience of the human spirit, hope in the face of agonising despair and the power of love.
£9.99
Eschia Books Jaysen's Story
Book SynopsisFourteen-year-old Jaysen Flett-Paul''s true story of how Elders guided him through his first Sundance ceremony to heal the anger and grief stemming from his mother''s violent murder. It sensitively tackles the heart-breaking problem of suicide in Indigenous communities, an issue of great importance to this community and for communities across North America.
£7.99
Little Press Bone Tree: What Lies Beneath May Be More Than
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£15.19
HarperCollins Umbrella Summer
£7.26
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Shape of Thunder
Book SynopsisTrade Review“With taut pacing, nuanced characters, and compassionate depictions of grief and trauma, Warga’s novel is both timely and transcendent; a must-purchase for all collections.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “The story builds steadily toward a moving conclusion; Warga’s lyrical language and credible rendering of both middle school life and of the tensions of two families coping differently with personal devastation make for a perceptive, sensitively told novel about the effects of gun violence.” — Publishers Weekly “[Cora and Quinn] are well developed, and Warga skillfully handles both their delicate, emotional friendship and larger subjects of grief and gun violence. Powerful and emotionally complex.” — Kirkus Reviews “This will spark meaningful discussions.” — ALA Booklist “Warga skillfully develops unique voices for her narrators, and the novel’s alternating-perspective structure works well. Emotions run high throughout the book without dragging down the plot, and the portrayal of middle-school life is utterly authentic.” — Horn Book Magazine “Warga limns a tale that downplays sensationalism while acknowledging the deep fear that many readers may carry regarding school shootings.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “A beautiful story about the love that is possible even when the worst has already happened.” — Rebecca Stead, Newbery Medalist
£9.35
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Glitter Gets Everywhere
Trade Review“Joy, sorrow, humor, hope—this book has it all. I loved every page. Kitty and I would have been great friends.” — Erin Entrada Kelly, author of Newbery Medal winner Hello, Universe and Newbery Honor winner We Dream of Space "Delightful and utterly compelling. Glitter Gets Everywhere sparkles like the gem that it is." — Ann M. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of Rain, Reign “Kitty Wentworth draws readers into her personal journey through grief with surprising honesty and abundant humor. A touching debut that brims with authenticity. Well done!” — Leslie Connor, National Book Award Finalist, and author of A Home for Goddesses and Dogs "A heartfelt novel that is sure to touch readers deeply, Glitter Gets Everywhere offers a gentle exploration of grief, sprinkled with moments of humor worthy of Louise Rennison. Kitty is an immensely loveable character, and middle graders will find her transatlantic adventures relatable, poignant and honest. I loved this book!" — Ali Standish, award-winning author of The Ethan I Was Before "This tender, witty debut made me cry, laugh, and think deeply. Glitter Gets Everywhere sparkles with insights about the beautiful, complicated ways people move forward after a heartbreaking loss. " — Laurie Morrison, Author of Up for Air and Saint Ivy "The well-drawn characters are distinctive individuals who see things from different points of view. The narrative engages readers with its well-paced story and articulate portrayal of emotions. Clark portrays Kitty and her circle of family and friends with perception, wit, and finesse in this absorbing first novel." — Booklist (starred review) "The heart-rending topic; the well-drawn family relationships; and Kitty’s brave, honest, and often funny responses to her tragedy are the soul of this book. Heartfelt and comforting." — Kirkus Reviews "Clark offers a solid depiction of therapy as positive and sometimes necessary. Throughout, Kitty deals with her grief openly and honestly, doing her best to work through it. A touching story of grief and change." — School Library Journal "With a deeply introspective bent that delves into the darkness of grief and the light found on the other side, Clark’s tender debut will strike a chord with readers who have experienced the loss of a loved one." — Publishers Weekly "Kitty is a perceptive narrator, keenly aware of the emotional currents around her. Clark’s characters, both adult and child, are fully realized and slightly eccentric without being caricatures. The book takes a thoughtful approach to grief and recovery, exploring Kitty’s emotional growth in a nondidactic way." — The Horn Book
£9.34
HarperCollins The Grace of Wild Things
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£9.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc All the Dead Lie Down
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£13.78
HarperCollins Publishers Inc They Both Die at the End Collectors Edition
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£19.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc They Both Die at the End 2Book Hardcover Box Set
Book SynopsisDiscover They Both Die at the End, the year-long #1 New York Times bestseller,andThe First to Die at the Endfrom critically acclaimed author Adam Silvera in this hardcover box set. Just in time for holiday gifting!They Both Die at the End?Extraordinary and unforgettable.? ?ALA Booklist, starred review?Adam Silvera uses his ample skill to force readers to examine how they live life now and how they want to live it.? ?Teen Vogue?Gorgeous writing and wonderful storytelling will wreck you in the very best possible way.? ?BuzzFeedOn September 5, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: They?re going to die today. Mateo and Rufus are total strangers, but, for different reasons, they?re both looking to make a new friend on their End Day. The good news: There?s an app for that. Through it, Rufus and Mateo are about to meet up for one last great adventure?to live a lifetime in a single day.The First to Die at the EndAdam Silvera revisits the world of Death-Cast 7 years before the events of They Both Die at the End in this story about the lasting impact that people have on each other.It?s the night before Death-Cast goes live, and there?s one question on everyone?s mind: Can Death-Cast actually predict when someone will die, or is it just an elaborate hoax? Orion Pagan has waited years for someone to tell him that he?s going to die, but Valentino Prince only just registered for Death-Cast, prompted in part because his twin sister nearly died.When the first round of End Day calls goes out their lives are forever changed?and, through one unforgettable day together, they learn how life is always worth living to the fullest.
£33.13
Penguin Putnam Inc Mockingbird
Book SynopsisTHE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER and ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT NOVELS OF OUR TIME FOR YOUNG READERSCaitlin has Asperger's. The world according to her is black and white; anything in between is confusing. Before, when things got confusing, Caitlin went to her older brother, Devon, for help. But Devon was killed in a school shooting, and Caitlin's dad is so distraught that he is just not helpful. Caitlin wants everything to go back to the way things were, but she doesn't know how to do that. Then she comes across the word closure--and she realizes this is what she needs. And in her search for it, Caitlin discovers that the world may not be so black and white after all.Powerful.--Publishers WeeklyA strong and complex character study.--The Horn BookAllusions to Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird, the portrayal of a whole community's healing process, and the sharp insights into Caitlyn's behavior enhance this fine addition to the recent
£8.77
Square Fish Keeper of the Night
£19.93
Little, Brown & Company Saying Goodbye to Lulu
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£8.54
HarperCollins Izzy at the End of the World
Book SynopsisThe Last Kids on Earth meets Margaret Peterson Haddix in this middle grade adventure about fourteen-year-old Izzy, an autistic girl surviving the end of the world who must team up with her loveable dog to uncover the hidden truth behind her family and the rest of humanity’s disappearance.Trade Review“Both heartbreaking and hopeful at the same time, this story has grief, love, and acceptance in its center, encased in an alien adventure that us impossible to put down!” — Beth Revis, New York Times bestselling author of Star Wars: Rebel Rising “With rapid fire pacing this powerful book does not shy away from hard topics like grief and anxiety but instead shines a light on them, showing everyone that the key to facing the hardest truths is to do it with love in your heart. K. A. Reynold proves, once again, that if you listen to what the universe is telling you, you can do anything. Even save the world.” — Ally Malinenko, author of This Appearing House “Fierce and tender, funny and tenacious, Izzy at the End of the World is the disabled-kids-save-the-world story of my dreams.” — Cindy Baldwin, author of Where the Watermelons Grow “K.A. Reynolds’s writing grabs you with its magic and holds on tight. You’ll love open-hearted Izzy and her disastrous dog Akka, and you’ll carry their hope and courage with you like an amulet long after you’ve turned the last page.” — Jacqueline West, New York Times bestselling author of The Books of Elsewhere and Long Lost “In Izzy and Raven, K.A. Reynolds has written the heroes we all need right now. Izzy at the End of the World is a fun, fast-paced sci-fi adventure that's filled to the brim with heart and hope.” — Samantha M Clark, author of Arrow and The Boy, The Boat, and the Beast “The ones who love us never really leave us, even at the end of the world; Izzy's adventure is like listening to the one song that keeps you believing on repeat.” — Sarah Cannon, author of Oddity “An action-packed apocalyptic adventure with a beautiful message at its heart, Izzy at the End of the World is both heart-pounding and heart-filling. A book about death that thrums with exuberant life.” — Hayley Chewins, author of The Sisters of Straygarden Place
£15.57
Farrar, Straus and Giroux (Byr) Tuck Everlasting 50th Anniversary Edition
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£19.88
Houghton Mifflin Looking Back A Book of Memories
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£10.64
Clarion Books Flying Solo
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£7.99
Souls Take Flight Listen Mama
£9.50
Penguin Young Readers Group Postscript
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£16.66
Random House USA Inc Kathleen Glasgow ThreeBook Boxed Set
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£29.72
iUniverse Summer Song
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£12.63
iUniverse The Fortuneteller in 5B
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£13.62
iUniverse Double or Nothing
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£12.63
iUniverse Teenagers Face to Face with Bereavement
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£13.12
Karen Brough I Cant Believe Theyre Gone
£16.71
Karen Brough I Cant Believe Theyre Gone
£20.89
Laura Feldman I have an Angel
£15.99
Laura Feldman I have Angels
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£15.99
Simon & Schuster Goodbye Mousie
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPublishers Weekly, starred review Immensely reassuring.Kirkus Reviews Not since The Truth About Barney has there been such an affecting and satisfying story about the death of a pet.New York Times Book Review Harris writes clearly and matter-of-factly about death.School Library Journal An excellent choice to help young readers deal with loss.
£10.79
Tundra Books A Garden of Creatures
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£16.14
Limitless Press LLC Someone I Love Died by Suicide A Story for Child Survivors and Those Who Care for Them
£19.51
Pascha Press Activity Workbook for When My Baba My Yiayia Died
£11.64
Pascha Press When My Baba Died
£21.53
Legare Street Press The The Story of a Short Life
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£22.75
Creative Media Partners, LLC Charlie Newcomer
£13.22
Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp Riding the Waves
£15.92
Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp Little Bear Little Bear I Love You
£14.25
Honey Gold Records / Heavy Hands Press Our Extended Universe
£12.34
Maura Thomas The Grandma That Ive Never Met
£23.47
Feiwel & Friends Goodbye and Everything After
£19.89
Feiwel & Friends Where Sleeping Girls Lie
Book SynopsisIn Where Sleeping Girls Lie a YA contemporary mystery by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, the New York Times-bestselling author of Ace of Spades a girl new to boarding school discovers dark secrets and coverups after her roommate disappears.An Instant New York Times and Indie Bestseller!A Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2024 (So Far) A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK by Cosmopolitan, Entertainment Weekly, Goodreads, The Nerds Daily, She Reads, and so much more! It's like I keep stumbling into a dark room, searching for the switch to make things bright again...Sade Hussein is starting her third year of high school, this time at the prestigious Alfred Nobel Academy boarding school, after being home-schooled. Misfortune has been a constant companion throughout her life, but even Sade doesn't expect her new roommate, Elizabeth, to disappear after Sade's first night. Or for
£16.99
Roaring Brook Press Cape
Book SynopsisA young child learns that even superheroes hurt too in this heartrending story about loss and love, written by debut author Kevin Johnson and illustrated by #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Kitt Thomas.When a child loses the person in his life that he loves more than anything, he uses his cape as protection from his grief. On the day of the funeral, he uses it to block out the pictures and stories people share, refusing to acknowledge the memories that keep bubbling up. He won''t think about them. He doesn''t want to. He avoids the memories, until he no longer can. He remembers then. Their laugh, their smile, the moment they gave him the cape. The cape transforms, becoming a source of comfort and strength as the child navigates the sadness and joy that these memories bring up. In Cape, Kevin Johnson has crafted an achingly beautiful and honest story about processing and redefining grief after the loss of a loved one. With evocat
£15.19
Lulu.com What Happens to Grandmas Stuff
£20.90
Inkyard Press The Scarlet Alchemist
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£16.99
Scholastic Inc. Mixed Up
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