Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Death and grief
Hachette Children's Group Dealing With... When People Die
Book SynopsisGuides to helping young children deal with difficult issuesTrade ReviewThe book has engaging illustrations throughout. Sensitively handled. * Parents in Touch *Table of Contents 1: I don’t know what’s happening! 4 1: What is death? 7 1: I don’t want to say goodbye! 8 1: What happens at a funeral? 11 1: I’m angry with my brother for leaving me 12 1: Will I ever stop feeling sad? 15 1: I’m afraid I will die too 18 1: My parents don’t love me any more 21 1: I miss grandad, too 24 1: How can I remember someone special? 27 1: When our friend died: playscript 28 1: Glossary 30 1: Further information 31 1: Notes for parents, carers and teachers 32 1: Index
£10.78
Hachette Children's Group The Kids Guide Dealing with Death
Book SynopsisThis sensitively written guide will help children to understand and come to terms with death and grief, whether they are dealing with the death of a loved one themselves, or whether they want to help a friend who is bereaved.Practical, straightforward advice will help readers through the grieving process, encouraging children to open up and talk about how they feel and showing them steps they can take to help them cope with the situation.Consultants from CHUMs, the Children''s Mental Health and Emotional Well-being service, provides expert advice and information. Other titles in The Kids'' Guide series:Anti-BullyingAnti-RacismDealing with AnxietyDealing with DivorceUnderstanding Autism
£13.29
Hachette Children's Group The Kids Guide Dealing with Death
Book SynopsisThis sensitively written guide will help children to understand and come to terms with death and grief, whether they are dealing with the death of a loved one themselves, or whether they want to help a friend who is bereaved.Practical, straightforward advice will help readers through the grieving process, encouraging children to open up and talk about how they feel and showing them steps they can take to help them cope with the situation.Consultants from CHUMs, the Children''s Mental Health and Emotional Well-being service, provides expert advice and information. Other titles in The Kids'' Guide series:Anti-BullyingAnti-RacismDealing with AnxietyDealing with DivorceUnderstanding Autism
£9.49
Pan Macmillan The Thing about Jellyfish
Book SynopsisIt's peculiar how no-words can be better than words. How silence can say more than noise, or a person's absence can occupy even more space than their presence did. Suzy is twelve when her best friend, Franny, drowns one summer at the beach. It takes two days for the news to reach Suzy, and it's not something that she can accept: Franny has always been a strong swimmer, from the day they met in swim class when they were just five. How can someone all of a sudden, just no longer be there?Suzy realizes that they must have got it wrong: Franny didn't just drown - she was stung by a poisonous jellyfish. This makes a lot more sense to Suzy's logical mind than a random drowning - cause: a jellyfish sting; effect: death. Suzy's journey to acceptance is quiet - she resolves to either say something important, or say nothing at all. But it's also bursting with bittersweet humour, heart-breaking honesty, big ideas and small details. Trade ReviewA painful story smartly told, Benjamin's first solo novel has appeal well beyond a middle-school audience * Kirkus Reviews Starred Review *A moving portrayal of loss and healing * Publishers Weekly Starred Review *Benjamin explores the heartbreaking subject of grief in the young with dreamy, meditative and elegiac prose * The New York Times *This is a heartbreakingly touching debut about friendship, loss, fear and love that is funny, clever and beautifully written * Daily Mail *[an] intense and nuanced tale of friendship, revenge and youthful resourcefulness * Guardian *One of the most beautifully written debuts I've read in a really long time -- Sophie * So Many Books, So Little Time *
£7.99
Orca Book Publishers Sorry For Your Loss
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£17.17
Orca Book Publishers Sitting Shiva
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£18.66
Orca Book Publishers,Canada What Happens When a Loved One Dies
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£19.62
Orca Book Publishers Fluffy and the Stars
£18.66
Brilliance Audio After Eli
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Secret Sunshine Project
Book SynopsisA heart-warming story of kindness, courage and love in all its forms from the award-winning author of Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow. Perfect for 9+ readers and fans of Elle McNicoll, Lisa Thompson and Onjali Rauf. ‘A huge, shining kaleidoscope of joy’– L.D. Lapinski, author of THE STRANGEWORLDS TRAVEL AGENCY Bea’s family are happy. Like, really happy. Like, kind of gross but also cute happy. So when they visit London Pride together and have the ultimate day out, Bea doesn’t think her family could possibly get any happier. But a year later, a grey cloud is following Bea’s family around. Dad has passed away, and without him around they have no choice but to pack their bags and move to the countryside to live with Gran. With Bea’s big sister, Riley, taking the news hard, Bea will do anything to cheer her up. So with the help of new friends, The Secret Sunshine Project is
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Hot Key Books The Dog Ray
Book SynopsisA girl, a dog, a boy, a journey'When my death came, it was swift. Daisy may now be inhabiting a dog's body, but inside she is still very much Daisy, and is as bouncy, loyal, positive and energetic as she ever was. Daisy's only thought is to somehow be reunited with her parents, whom she knows will be missing her.Trade ReviewThe Dog, Ray, being a children's book, is very easy to read. The story flows well, and it has a surprisingly fast pace for a children's book. It has enough drama to get your heart racing, but nothing that would greatly distress a young reader. The story is touching, and you'll find yourself rooting for both pip and Daisy to get their happy ending. * Famous in Japan *Winner of The Hull James Reckitt Children's Book Award * Hull Libraries *A haunting and hopeful story * Your Dog magazine *
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Hot Key Books The Yellow Room
Book SynopsisIf you receive a letter telling you your father has died, what do you do? Anna's father left when she was very young and Anna, now 16, is living with her ambitious, unemotional, scientist mother. Then she receives a letter from her father's current girlfriend, Edie, with some shocking news: her father has died.Trade ReviewThis slim volume is packed with deceptive relationships and bad decisions made through fear, and will cast a chill over the sun lounger despite some implausible resolutions -- Geraldine Brennan * Theguardian.com *A compelling story of an unlikely friendship surrounded by secrets and lies, The Yellow Room is a smart and well written novel that is hard put down. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend * The Bookbag *A realistic look at the deteriorating relationship between a mother and daughter. Be careful who you trust with your secrets, because they might just use to bring you down. If you're looking for a super creepy page turning contemporary, then this is the one for you * Serendipity Reviews *The Yellow Room is so engaging. You know something isn't quite right, but you're not quite sure what. You know it'll end badly, but you're not quite sure how it will end * Luna's Little Library *The language and style of The Yellow Room was perfectly suited for the plot (...) I would recommend it for young teens at 13 years old and above, as it is an enjoyable thriller without the gore that comes associated with the adult genre * famousinjapan.co.uk *Not knowing what you're in for makes this book so much more unputdownable (...) The Yellow Room was such a thrilling, captivating novel and I honestly didn't expect to love it as much as I did. The pacing was fantastic, the characters were intriguing and realistic, and there were moments when I wasn't sure who I could trust...a thought-provoking read that gets more intense with the turn of every page (...) If you're a fan of contemporaries with a dark twist, I can't recommend this novel enough' * Written Word Worlds (Australia) *Utterly gripping. A taut contemporary thriller. * The School Librarina *a fantastically creepy to story to watch unwind. * The Pool *
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Hot Key Books Hope is our Only Wing
Book SynopsisA novel set in Zimbabwe about hope - and its power to heal a family, a friendship or even a nation. For fifteen-year-old Shamiso, struggling with grief and bewilderment following her father's death, hope is nothing but a leap into darkness.Trade ReviewA beautiful story of a teenage girl that has to navigate life between Zimbabwe and London. It's set against the political climate of Zimbabwe's transition from Rhodesia, but is ultimately a touching story about friendship and what it means to face your everyday fears. I can't recommend it enough! * The Bookseller *A powerful novel, one which is full of humanity and gentle wisdom - a paean to friendship and the need to retain a sense of hope, even during the darkest experiences of life. It is an impressive debut * Nudge Books *Much to admire * Books for Keeps *The book's themes include grief, loss, cancer, corruption, poverty and political assassinations. But the personal stories of the two main characters are not overshadowed by the political background, and it is the fact that we care about them both that makes this book so readable. A book for thoughtful, older readers. * Reading Zone *Compassionate, gripping and intelligent, and I loved seeing Zimbabwe through Shamiso's eyes - I wish there were more books around like this. The ending made me cry shamelessly in public. I absolutely loved it. * Emily Barr, author of THE ONE MEMORY OF FLORA BANKS *A striking novel that explores the necessity of hope at times when good news is in short supply * Inis Reading Guide *
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Hot Key Books The Colour of Shadows
Book SynopsisA moving portrayal of a teenager coming to terms with a secret about her mother that her father decided to keep from her .
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Hot Key Books Midnights Twins
Book SynopsisAnnwn is the dream mirror of our world, a place where Dreamers walk in their slumber, their dreams playing out all around them. Annwn and its Dreamers are protected by an ancient order known as the Knights - and when Fern's hated twin Ollie is chosen to join their ranks, Fern will have to do whatever she can to prove she is one of them too.Trade ReviewLyrical writing, powerful politics, & epic world-building, Race's Midnight's Twins is a unique and vivid story of hope & belonging, I couldn't put it down -- Michelle KenneyMidnight's Twins had me gripped from the very first line. It's wildly imaginative, and I love that it's focused on the sibling bond (Fern and Ollie completely captured my heart!) and set in an alternative, dreamscaped London. The world building is excellent - the streets and inhabitants of Annwn really came to life in Race's prose. A brilliant combination of urban fantasy and Arthurian legend, Midnight's Twins will appeal to fans of Gaiman's Neverwhere or Schwab's A Darker Shade Of Magic. -- Katherine CorrHolly Race's debut novel is a complex, inventive fantasy adventure that builds suspense and holds our attention...Race is an author to watch * BOOKS FOR KEEPS *A gripping YA fantasy that plunges the reader into a nightmarish mirror world where dreams can literally kill you. I could not put it down. -- Elizabeth CorrA highly imaginative urban fantasy -- Bex Hogan - author of ISLES OF STORM AND SORROWUnique and utterly enthralling, the Midnight's Twins trilogy is a vivid, spellbinding testament to the power our imaginations can wield. -- Kate Dylan, author of Mindwalker
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Capstone Global Library Ltd Coping with Death and Grief
Book SynopsisAre you trying to cope with the death of a family member or friend? Maybe a friend of yours is grieving and sad and you want to help him or her. This useful book gives lots of information about how to cope with death and grief. Characters Ali and Annie will guide you through the issues and give you advice and ''top tips'', while Charlie the dog shows that he understands how you might feel.
£9.74
Capstone Global Library Ltd Coping with Death and Grief
Book SynopsisAre you trying to cope with the death of a family member or friend? Maybe a friend of yours is grieving and sad and you want to help him or her. This useful book gives lots of information about how to cope with death and grief. Characters Ali and Annie will guide you through the issues and give you advice and ''top tips'', while Charlie the dog shows that he understands how you might feel.
£8.54
Usborne Publishing Ltd Awake in the World
Book SynopsisVanessa has been reaching for the stars since she was a child, and is determined to get into her dream Ivy League university. Zach is a talented artist, but he needs to support his family, working on the same oil rig where his dad was killed in an accident. Their future looks poles apart, but then again, opposites attract
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Grandpa Franks Great Big Bucket List
Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling queen of heart and humour, JENNY PEARSON, comes a great big soaring adventure about family and finding happiness. When Frank John Davenport inherits piles of money from a grandma he didn't know he had, things take an unexpected turn... Because the money comes with STRICT instructions...and a NEW grandpa. Frank quickly compiles a list of all the ways he can spend the money and look after his grumpy grandpa. Money may buy hot-air balloon rides, monster-truck lessons and epic parkour experiences, but can Frank discover that happiness is, in fact, priceless?Praise for Jenny Pearson SHORTLISTED FOR THE COSTA BOOK AWARD, WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE, LAUGH OUT LOUD BOOK AWARD and the BRANFORD BOASE AWARDBreaks records for funny and touching storytelling. David BaddielAs funny and tender as it could ever be. Frank Cottrell-BoyceHeart-warming and genuinely funny. The TimesTrade ReviewThis story handles loss and loneliness lightly, believes families should support and forgive each other, and offers lots of cheekiness and giggles. * The Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week *Young Frank discovers that the best things in life are priceless in this family adventure. * Sunday Express *This rollicking adventure is also a tender portrait of dysfunctional families and the importance of connecting through the generations... Wonderfully drawn characters and fizzing, funny energy collide in this joy of a book. * Daily Mail *Pearson deals with tricky subjects with her customary blend of poignancy and humour * The Mail on Sunday *It's heartfelt, hilarious and full of misadventure. I loved it. * Serena Patel, author of Anisha, Accidental Detective *
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The Unexpected Tale of Bastien Bonlivre
Book SynopsisThe open door felt like an invitation, or a trap. Bastien wasn't sure which, but with no other choice, he stepped inside...and hoped he'd make it out again alive. Bastien Bonlivre is a boy with a big imagination, determined to finish the story his parents started, left to him in a red notebook. On the other side of Paris, bestselling author Olivier Odieux is struggling to complete his latest novel. Along with his villainous brothers, he is masterminding his greatest plot yet...one that will spread fear throughout the city and beyond. What connects these two stories is a dangerous secret, a hidden mystery and an unexpected race across Paris for the truth. Can Bastien and his friends Alice, Theo and Sami be brave enough to stop Olivier stealing the ending they deserve?A classic adventure story about friendship, hope, bravery and the power of imagination.Trade ReviewA love letter to all things bookish * The I *A really fun read with plenty of Parisian mystery and shades of Lemony Snicket in its dastardly villainy. * Peter Bunzl, author of Cogheart *A charming and bookish tale of friendship, villainy and the power of stories * Thomas Taylor, author of Malamander *An absolutely delightful French mystery with plenty of tension and suspense alongside wonderful friendships. * L.D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency *A delightful literary mystery with a dastardly villain to boot! Perfect for fans of Peter Bunzl and Katherine Rundell. * Christopher Edge, author of The Many Worlds of Albie Bright *
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Hachette Book Group Ketchup Clouds
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Simon Pulse The Five Stages of Andrew Brawley
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£16.99
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Five Stages of Andrew Brawley
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£12.59
Simon & Schuster Sublime
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Atheneum Books for Young Readers Tiger Eyes
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£11.70
Atheneum Books for Young Readers Tiger Eyes
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£15.99
Simon Pulse Suicide Notes from Beautiful Girls
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Simon Pulse The Brilliant Light of Amber Sunrise
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Simon Pulse The Brilliant Light of Amber Sunrise
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Thanks for the Trouble
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Thanks for the Trouble
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Simon & Schuster The Telling
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Simon & Schuster The Telling
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£11.69
Atheneum Books for Young Readers The Winter Place
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£15.29
Margaret K. McElderry Books The Year of the Rat
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Afterworlds
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£11.69
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books Things Too Huge to Fix by Saying Sorry
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£14.44
Atheneum Books for Young Readers Search and Destroy
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£10.79
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Last Leaves Falling
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£9.89
Simon Pulse Ascending the Boneyard
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Simon Pulse The Absoluteness of Nothing
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers For This Life Only
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Simon & Schuster For This Life Only
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Simon & Schuster The Comeback Season
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Simon & Schuster Wrecked
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Simon & Schuster Lucky Few
Book SynopsisSynopsis coming soon.......Trade Review"LUCKY FEW swings between a wholly immersive search for a hand to hold in the midst of fear and loss, and navigating the vulnerable joy of true friendship and first love – a totally unique, beautifully crafted story at once hilarious and heartbreaking, exhilarating as the waters of Barton Springs. This book absolutely sings, without forsaking the honesty of loneliness and self-doubt – and the bravery it takes to become who we truly are." -- Jennifer Longo, author of Six Feet Over It and Up to this Pointe“Stevie Hart puts the cool in homeschool. Whip-smart dialogue, top-notch writing, and truly unique characters make for the perfect reading combination: quick pacing and heartaching. This book is alive in so many ways.” -- David Arnold, bestselling author of Mosquitoland“A beautifully written story of loss and acceptance, of humor and tragedy, of finding yourself by losing yourself.” -- Marci Lyn Curtis, author of The One Thing*"Ormsbee writes with an occasionally tongue-in-cheek tone that manages to be authentically emotional while delivering a realistic picture of a population that rarely gets much scrutiny in fiction for young adults: home-schoolers. The smart, efficient language features dialogue that pops. A sweet story told with intelligence, humor, and just the right amount of kissing." * Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW **"Winsome characters, crackling dialogue, and an effortlessly enjoyable writing style help this one stand out in the crowded contemporary YA marketplace." * Booklist, STARRED REVIEW *“This second novel from Ormsbee shines in its offbeat humor.” * Publishers Weekly *"This quirky novel brings humor, relatable characters, and an inside look into the world of homeschoolers. . . . A fun, character-driven novel likely to find readers among fans of realistic fiction." * School Library Journal *
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Slow Burn
Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of We All Looked Up comes the second novel in the Anchor & Sophia trilogy, where the rules of humanity are called into question by two warring cities. After their devastating journey from the Anchor to Sophia, Clive and Clover Hamill, Gemma Poplin, and Paz Dedios have all been separated—not only in space, but in their convictions. In the Anchor, Clive would like nothing better than to never speak with Paz again, but when he is tapped to help with her interrogation, the two of them begin to reconcile their differences, which don’t run nearly as deep as they expected. In Sophia, as Clover learns more and more about the city and its enigmatic director, Zeno, his faith in his mission begins to waver. And Gemma embarks on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual expansion that will open her eyes…if it doesn''t kill her first. In Slow Burn, the second book in th
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Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books Reaper
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