Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Death and grief
SPCK Publishing Beyond the Setting Sun
Book SynopsisA sensitive illustrated story about loss and the processes of grief to support young children
£999.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd Furthermoor
Book SynopsisThe real world is a hostile place for twelve-year-old Bren, his schooldays stalked by vicious bully, Shaun, and his family life fractured at home. Ever since his sister Evie died in an accident, Bren's only safe space is Furthermoor, an imagined world of mechanised trees and clockwork animals, where Evie is still alive. In Furthermoor, no one can hurt Bren...until the mysterious Featherly arrives. Now Bren is forced to confront his deepest fears and decide if his place in the real world is worth fighting for. Enter a world as vast and dark as your imagination, in this unforgettable coming-of-age story about courage, friendship and finding your voice.Trade ReviewSpellbinding * The i *Simpson is a compelling writer, his prose clear and muscular... Children of ten and upwards will find much within this involving work to transport them. * Literary Review *Older readers will enjoy this dark and intriguing tale * The Week Junior *A dark, imaginative and a mesmerising read. * A. M. Howell, author of The Garden of Lost Secrets *Absorbing, tense and poignant * Books for Keeps *
£7.59
Penguin Putnam Inc Sadako
Book SynopsisIn this reinvention of Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes, images by Caldecott medalist Ed Young and new text by Eleanor Coerr come together to inspire children of all ages. In her novel Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes, Eleanor Coerr told the moving story of Sadako and her brave struggle against leukemia, the “atom-bomb disease,” which she developed when she was twelve, just ten years after the bomb was dropped on Hiroshima. The novel became a classic, and when Sadako’s story was to be made into a film, Caldecott medalist Ed Young was asked to do the illustrations. With love and commitment, he created nearly 300 hauntingly beautiful pastels which bring to life the spirit of Sadako, her courage and her strength.A masterful collaboration that will attract many new friends for Sadako.—School Library JournalCoerr's condensed text succeeds in retaining the simple lyricism of the original, allowing the leukemia-stricken Sadako to emerge as a quietly courageous girl.—Publishers Weekly
£9.15
American Psychological Association A Terrible Thing Happened: A Story for Children
Book SynopsisA gently told and tenderly illustrated story for children who have witnessed any kind of violent or traumatic episode, including physical abuse, school or gang violence, accidents, homicide, suicide, and natural disasters such as floods or fire. Sherman Smith saw the most terrible thing happen. At first he tried to forget about it, but soon something inside him started to bother him. He felt nervous for no reason. Sometimes his stomach hurt. He had bad dreams. And he started to feel angry and do mean things, which got him in trouble. Then he met Ms. Maple, who helped him talk about the terrible thing that he had tried to forget. Now Sherman is feeling much better. Children who have witnessed violence or other traumatic incidents are at surprisingly greater risk for committing violence in the future than are children who have actually been involved in such events. The event might be a car accident, domestic or school violence, suicide, or a natural disaster such as a tornado, flood, or fire. Regardless of the type of incident, child witnesses often react by trying to forget or ignore the experience. When their feelings are pushed underground in this manner, these children may begin to feel bad in ways they don’t understand, and become angry as a result of feeling bad. It is this anger that can give way to violence. Caring adults can make all the difference by helping children talk about and understand the experience. An afterword by Sasha J. Mudlaff written for parents and other caregivers offers extensive suggestions for helping traumatized children, including a list of other sources that focus on specific events. Trade ReviewAn unqualified success. These illustrations serve the text extremely well, adding welcome touches of humor to the exposition of this very serious subject. * Booklist *
£12.99
SPCK Publishing Are You Sad Little Bear
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£9.49
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Skinjacker Paperback Trilogy (Boxed Set):
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£31.19
Astra Publishing House Tata Tatita Tata
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£16.14
Feisty Scholar Publications The Burst Balloon: Helping Children Understand Grief and Loss
£13.00
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Snow Fell Three Graves Deep: Voices from the
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£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The First to Die at the End
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£15.99
Little, Brown & Company The Ice House
Book SynopsisWith shades of When You Reach Me, The Thing About Jellyfish, and Bridge to Terabithia, and a big, timely climate hook at its core, here is a heartfelt middle grade debut about the inevitability of change that will resonate profoundly during these extraordinary times.Spring has arrived, and yet an unyielding winter freeze has left Louisa snowed into her apartment building for months with parents coping with extreme stress, a little brother struggling with cabin fever, and—awkwardly—her neighbor and former close friend, Luke. The new realities of this climate disaster have not only affected Louisa's family, but when Luke's dad has an ice-related accident and it's unclear if he'll recover, both families' lives are turned upside down.Desperate to find an escape from the grief plaguing their homes, Louisa and Luke build a massive snow fort in their yard. But their creation opens up an otherworldly window to what could lie ahead, and sets them on a mission: to restore the universe to its rightful order, so the ice will melt and life will return to 'normal'.With a deft combination of heartfelt prose and a touch of magic, Monica Sherwood's affecting debut novel is a relatable story of families grappling with—and emerging from—a different kind of quarantine.
£999.99
Dutton Books for Young Readers Penguin Minis The Fault in Our Stars
Book Synopsis“Will slip equally well into a pocket as a Christmas stocking.” – The Wall Street Journal, “What to Give,” holiday gift guide.Introducing Penguin Minis! #1 bestselling author John Green like you''ve never read him before. • Featured in the New York Times, The Washington Post, BBC''s The World, Real Simple, BuzzFeed, Bustle, and more!With millions of copies sold, The Fault in Our Stars is now available as a Penguin Mini edition. Complete and unabridged, the book''s revolutionary landscape design and ultra-thin paper makes it easy to hold in one hand without sacrificing readability. Perfectly-sized to slip into a pocket or bag, Penguin Minis are ideal for reading on the go.About The Fault in Our Stars:The greatest romance story of this decade. —Entertainment WeeklyTIME Magazine’s #1 Fiction Book of the Year#1 New York Times Bestseller #1 Wall Street Journal Bestseller #1 USA Today Bestseller Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel’s story is about to be completely rewritten. Insightful, bold, irreverent, and raw, The Fault in Our Stars brilliantly explores the funny, thrilling, and tragic business of being alive and in love.Trade ReviewAbout Penguin Minis:“The tiny editions are the size of a cellphone and no thicker than your thumb, with paper as thin as onion skin. They can be read with one hand — the text flows horizontally, and you can flip the pages upward, like swiping a smartphone…. It’s a bold experiment that, if successful, could reshape the publishing landscape and perhaps even change the way people read.” – The New York TimesCRITICAL ACCLAIM FOR THE FAULT IN OUR STARS: “Damn near genius . . . The Fault in Our Stars is a love story, one of the most genuine and moving ones in recent American fiction, but it’s also an existential tragedy of tremendous intelligence and courage and sadness.” —Lev Grossman, TIME Magazine “A novel of life and death and the people caught in between, The Fault in Our Stars is John Green at his best. You laugh, you cry, and then you come back for more.”—Markus Zusak, bestselling and Printz Honor–winning author of The Book Thief “This is a book that breaks your heart—not by wearing it down, but by making it bigger until it bursts.” —The Atlantic “A story about two incandescent kids who will live a long time in the minds of the readers who come to know them.” —People “Remarkable . . . A pitch-perfect, elegiac comedy.” —USA Today “A smarter, edgier Love Story for the Net Generation.” —Family Circle “Because we all need to feel first love again. . . . Sixteen-year-old Hazel faces terminal cancer with humor and pluck. But it isn’t until she meets Augustus in a support group that she understands how to love or live fully.” —Oprah.com, a Best Book selection and one of “5 Books Every Woman Needs to Read Before Her Next Birthday” “[Green’s] voice is so compulsively readable that it defies categorization. You will be thankful for the little infinity you spend inside this book.” —NPR.org “Hilarious and heartbreaking . . . reminds you that sometimes when life feels like it’s ending, it’s actually just beginning.” —Parenting magazine “John Green deftly mixes the profound and the quotidian in this tough, touching valentine to the human spirit.” —The Washington Post “[Green] shows us true love—two teenagers helping and accepting each other through the most humiliating physical and emotional ordeals—and it is far more romantic than any sunset on the beach.” —New York Times Book Review “In its every aspect, this novel is a triumph.” —Booklist, starred review “You know, even as you begin the tale of their young romance, that the end will be 100 kinds of awful, not so much a vale as a brutal canyon of tears. . . . Green’s story of lovers who aren’t so much star-crossed as star-cursed leans on literature’s most durable assets: finely wrought language, beautifully drawn characters and a distinctive voice.” —Frank Bruni, The New York Times “The Fault in Our Stars takes a spin on universal themes—Will I be loved? Will I be remembered? Will I leave a mark on this world?—by dramatically raising the stakes for the characters who are asking.” —Jodi Picoult, bestselling author of My Sister’s Keeper and Sing You Home “John Green is one of the best writers alive.” —E. Lockhart, National Book Award Finalist and Printz Honor–winning author of The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks and We Were Liars
£9.50
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.
£7.99
Graffeg Limited Goodbye Hobbs
Book SynopsisMerlin won? t go out. Not without his best friend Hobbs. Join Merlin as he goes on an adventure to learn how to say ? Goodbye Hobbs? .A story of what it means to love and lose a friend, and to find reasons to go for a walk again.
£8.65
Penguin Random House Children's UK If I Stay
Book SynopsisNOW A MAJOR FILM STARRING CHLOE GRACE MORETZ'Just listen,' Adam says with a voice that sounds like shrapnel.' I open my eyes wide now. I sit up as much as I can. And I listen.'Stay,' he says.Everybody has to make choices.Some might break you.For seventeen-year-old Mia, surrounded by a wonderful family, friends and a gorgeous boyfriend decisions might seem tough, but they're all about a future full of music and love, a future that's brimming with hope. But life can change in an instant. A cold February morning . . . a snowy road . . . and suddenly all of Mia's choices are gone. Except one. As alone as she'll ever be, Mia must make the most difficult choice of all.Haunting, heartrending and ultimately life-affirming, If I Stay will make you appreciate all that you have, all that you've lost - and all that might be.Includes interviews with the stars of the film, Chloe Moretz and Jamie Blackley.Trade ReviewThis sensitively written story of the power of love and loss presses all the right buttons . . . The intensity of feelings and tragic suddenness with which life changes will strike a chord with teenagers and the young at heart. Read it, as they say, and weep * Daily Mail *This is a wonderful, beautiful book; so gripping, so wise and oh, so heart-breakingly painfulA compulsive readThis is a haunting and heartbreaking novel reminiscent of The Lovely Bones . . . Impossible to put down * Bookseller *For the first few pages, If I Stay comes across like a light hearted story about a teenager, her love life and her kooky family, but from the moment Forman hits you with the devastatingly detached description of the aftermath of the crash, you know you've picked up something special * The Bookbag *
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Glitter Gets Everywhere
Book SynopsisTrade 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
£999.99
Museum of New Mexico Press Life How I Love You Lily Finds Frida in the
Book SynopsisFrida Kahlo -- from inside a museum painting -- inspires twelve-year-old Lily LeRoy to use art to 'memorise' her dying sister and find a life she loves. Learning these lessons while becoming an artist herself, Lily negotiates a path through a terrible, blessed time and still find a life she loves. Ages 9 to 13 years.
£15.19
Skyhorse Publishing Pandemic
Book SynopsisThe 2015 SCBWI Crystal Kite Winner for the Atlantic region!Even under the most normal circumstances, high school can be a painful and confusing time. Unfortunately, Lilianna’s circumstances are anything but normal. Only a few people know what caused her sudden change from model student to the withdrawn pessimist she has become, but her situation isn’t about to get any better. When people begin coming down with a quick-spreading illness that doctors are unable to treat, Lil’s worst fears are realized. With her parents called away on business before the contagious outbreakher father in Delaware covering the early stages of the disease and her mother in Hong Kong and unable to get a flight back to New JerseyLil’s town is hit by what soon becomes a widespread illness and fatal disaster. Now, she’s more alone than she’s been since the incident” at her school months ago.With friends and neighbors dying all around her, Lil does everything she can just to survive. But as the disease rages on, so does an unexpected tension as Lil is torn between an old ex and a new romantic interest. Just when it all seems too much, the cause of her original trauma shows up at her door. In this thrilling debut from author Yvonne Ventresca, Lil must find a way to survive not only the outbreak and its real-life consequences, but also her own personal demons.The paperback edition will include bonus materials and a sample chapter from Yvonne Ventresca's upcoming YA novel, Black Flowers, White Lies.Sky Pony Press, with our Good Books, Racehorse and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of books for young readerspicture books for small children, chapter books, books for middle grade readers, and novels for young adults. Our list includes bestsellers for children who love to play Minecraft; stories told with LEGO bricks; books that teach lessons about tolerance, patience, and the environment, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.Trade ReviewWinner of the 2015 SCBWI Crystal Kite Award for the Atlantic region Shortlisted for the West Australian Young Readers Book Award “The best novels are multi-layered, presenting the reader with new questions at every turn of the page. Pandemic is truly exceptional in that regard—its teen protagonist, Lily, is stuggling with a dark secret from her past, her first tentative romances, and a horrifying pandemic that throws her town into utter chaos. Ventresca’s debut novel will appeal to those who love realistic coming of age stories, romances, or disaster fiction. Bravo!” —Mike Mullin, award-winning author of the Ashfall trilogy “Yvonne Ventresca’s debut novel hits the ground running and never stops until the last page. This fast paced story about a teen who struggles to regain her sense of safety after an assault will have you reading well into the night. You’ll have to find out how Lil survives . . . alone . . . surrounded by death . . . and fearful her attacker will return at any moment. Pandemic is an exciting new addition to young adult books.” —C. Lee McKenzie, author of Sliding on the Edge and The Princess of Las Pulgas “A suspenseful, authentic, and emotional narrative makes Pandemic a gripping and powerful story. . . . Riveting and terrifyingly real with moments of hope that shine through when you least expect it, Pandemic is one that will stay with you long after you read the last page.” —Amalie Howard, author of the Alpha Goddess and Aquarathi series and the Riven Chronicles “As is to be expected in an apocalyptic novel, there is no shortage of tension or death and a few gruesomely dead bodies, but teen disaster fans will likely appreciate that the high schoolers are portrayed as good, helpful people, but certainly not perfect.” —Booklist “This is an engrossing apocalyptic story, told through Lil’s eyes and newsfeeds as her neighborhood, then the East Coast, and finally the entire U.S. buckles to its knees as the pandemic spreads. . . . Themes of friendship and coming together in a crisis carry the novel.” —School Library Journal “Ventresca just manages to take it to new and interesting places by making her main character one who is forced to deal with the emotional struggles of abuse in the midst of the end of the world.” —School Library Journal/Teen Librarian Toolbox “In her first novel, Ventresca pulls together three unrelated themes to create a medical thriller/romance. . . . This realistic page-turner will keep most readers enthralled.” —Kirkus Reviews “I can honestly say this is one of my favorite reads thus far this year and easily ranks in my top 25 favorite disaster novels. Yeah, it is that good. . . . It is obvious the author has done her homework.” —Survival Weekly “Pandemic is a fast and gripping story. . . . The plot never failed to impress me; there was always a surprise around the corner.” —Teen Ink “I love how the author spins her own unique twist into what might have been yet another deadly-disease-plague-that-kills-everyone story.” —YA Books Central “Pandemic is a win. I never put it down, and never wanted to. It terrified me, excited me, and moved me. It even threw in some swooniness and charm just for giggles.” —The YA Buzz “An intriguing story about emotional trauma, fear, danger, and the will to survive you won’t want to put down.” —KidsBookshelf.com “This book really speaks about the resiliency of the human spirit.” —Shelf Full of Books “The brilliance of this book lies in its simplicity, its crispness, its economy of detail, its characterization, and especially in its mastery of psychological horror.” —Boy Book of the Month Blog
£8.92
North Star Editions Cold Girls
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£14.39
North Star Editions Dealing with Challenges: Grief and Loss
Book SynopsisThis title explains what grief is, the many forms it takes, and ways children can healthfully process and express it. The book includes easy-to-read text and vibrant photos, making it a great choice for beginning readers. It also includes a table of contents, picture glossary, and index. This Little Blue Readers book is at Level 2, aligned to reading levels of grades K-1 and interest levels of grades PreK-2.
£25.49
Peachtree Publishers,U.S. The Polar Bear in the Garden
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£14.39
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 Dust to Dust
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Paranormal romance done well." -- Kirkus Praise for Ashes to Ashes: "A beautiful novel about the power of love over life and death." -- Alex Flinn, New York Times bestselling author of Beastly "An appealing and sometimes-poignant blend of savvy adolescents, young romance and paranormal evil suggests there's no escaping teen drama-even in the afterlife." -- Kirkus "Walker infuses standard romance with larger issues of mortality, afterlife, forgiveness, and morality." -- ALA Booklist
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Lies About Truth
Book SynopsisThis story from Courtney Stevens—the gifted author of Faking Normal—about hope and courage and the struggle to overcome the pain of loss will appeal to fans of Jandy Nelson's and Gayle Forman’s emotionally gripping novels.Trade Review"This realistic YA novel explores the weight of the past, the value of the truth, and the meaning and process of forgiveness, which teen readers will identify with. A great addition to any YA collection" -- School Library Journal "No one writes better about resilience and 'channeling your brave' than Stevens does." -- --Cammie McGovern, author of Say What You Will In Courtney Stevens' The Lies About Truth, Courtney writes beautiful and flawed characters that contain raw emotions. The Lies About Truth touched my soul.-- Katie McGarry, bestselling author of Pushing the Limits -- . "This lyrical novel explores loss and survivor's guilt, friendship and trust, and grieving and moving forward through the heart of a young woman who has lost much and yet feels paralyzed to reclaim her life." -- ALA Booklist "Engaging characters and engrossing storytelling." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) PRAISE FOR FAKING NORMAL: "Somewhere between Sarah Dessen and Laurie Halse Anderson lies Stevens's rich debut about two adolescents grappling with extraordinary trauma...the mood is intense and the story moves briskly, complete with an ending so surprising that some readers may flip back to the beginning to start fresh." -- Publishers Weekly PRAISE FOR FAKING NORMAL: "Reminiscent of Melinda in Speak, Alexi tries to find her voice. A story that resonates." -- Kirkus PRAISE FOR FAKING NORMAL: "Debut novelist Stevens has written a powerful and fast-paced first-person story of a young woman who finds an inner strength she never knew she possessed." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)
£11.72
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Last Time We Say Goodbye
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£14.39
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Survival List
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Though the author intricately portrays Sloane’s grief and guilt, her poignant take on the butterfly effect—including thought-provoking references to the Holocaust and its legacy—explores not only suicide and its aftermath, but survivors’ capacity to heal. …This is a sympathetic, thoughtful exploration of depression, suicide, grief, and healing.” — Kirkus Reviews “An equal parts heartbreaking and heartwarming story about family secrets, the legacies of loss, and the ways we put ourselves back together after we’ve been shattered. The Survival List shows us how far we’ll go to understand the people we love, even after they’re gone. I couldn’t put it down.” — Julie Buxbaum, New York Times bestselling author of Tell Me Three Things “Nobody writes about family secrets with the grace, compassion, and intrigue of Courtney Sheinmel. The Survival List is a work of deep empathy, reminding us that we can never fully understand what’s going on in someone else’s life, but that there is enormous value in trying to find out.” — Leila Sales, author of This Song Will Save Your Life “With delicate balance, Sheinmel illuminates the suffering going on behind the scenes in daily lives that can lead to desperate acts and the hollowed-out aftermath of those left behind.” — Booklist "Sheinmel treats the topics of suicide and depression with nuance and compassion, beautifully conveying Sloane’s feelings of guilt for not being able to save Talley while gently, realistically refuting them." — Horn Book Magazine PRAISE FOR COURTNEY SHEINMEL: “With powerful messages of family and self-reliance, Sheinmel’s coming-of-age tale captivates with its masterful storytelling style and intricate detail.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Riveting and heartbreaking.” — Kirkus Reviews “Textured, rich, and evocative.” — Lauren Oliver, New York Times bestselling author of Delirium and Before I Fall “A terrific read - smart, sexy, and shockingly scandalous. Sheinmel is at her absolute best.” — Sarah Mlynowski, author of Ten Things We Did (And Probably Shouldn’t Have) “A deliciously decadent story of glamour, family secrets, and the twisted legacy of a tortured past. In other words, everything I’ve ever wanted, all in one book.” — Robin Wasserman, author of The Waking Dark “…a great read so full of surprises and twists that I kept saying out loud, ‘I didn’t see that coming.’” — Liane Freed, Watchung Booksellers, Montclair, NJ “ A richly told coming of age story of good intentions and family secrets, I read straight through, enjoying every last detail. This surely is a winner.” — Angela Mann, Kepler’s Books, Menlo Park, CA
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc All the Things We Do in the Dark
Book SynopsisTrade Review“The combination of a murder mystery and the breathless onset of a new romance forces Ava to confront the trauma of her own violation, while offering readers both narrative suspense and deeper than usual insight into the day-to-day struggles of survivors... offers hope and strength straight from Ava’s arc as she becomes more than the thing that happened to her.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) “Compelling and thought-provoking, this book is SADIE meets THE LOVELY BONES. Would recommend for people looking for a deep, psychological, and challenging but ultimately pensive and raw read.” — YA Books Central "Like the worms in the soil of Ava’s visions, All the Things We Do in the Dark will crawl into readers’ viscera and stay under their skin." — BookPage Praise for DEFY THE DARK: “Sixteen darkly alluring stories relate horrid and extraordinary events that can occur only in the absence of light. Each uniquely eerie, goose bump-raising tale confidently journeys into the unknown, and almost every one has a thread of teen romance.” — Kirkus Reviews Praise for ALL OUT: “Sumptuous language, plentiful historical detail, and satisfying endings....Readers searching for positive, nuanced, and authentic queer representation—or just a darn good selection of stories—need look no further than this superb collection.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “This anthology of distinct stories and experiences is exceptional in scope and quality, and gives voice to the experiences that have long existed but often go unrepresented.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “LGBTQIA story collections are scarce, but even if they weren’t, this one would be essential.” — Booklist
£8.99
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
£999.99
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 Publishers Inc A Comb of Wishes
Book SynopsisSet against the backdrop of Caribbean folklore, Lisa Stringfellow’s spellbinding middle grade debut tells of a grieving girl and a vengeful mermaid and will enchant readers who loved Kacen Callender’s Hurricane Child or Christian McKay Heidicker’s Scary Stories for Young Foxes.Trade Review“Imbued with a magic that felt as real as the concrete and beloved world in which it is set, this story moves with a plot that is both surefooted and wild, both inexorable and surprising, both cerebral and emotional. I loved it so much.” — Kelly Barnhill, author of the Newbery-winning novel The Girl Who Drank the Moon “Captivating and creative, magical and moving, this enchanting tale about grief and abiding love will hold you spellbound. What a joy and honor to welcome this brilliant new voice, as beautiful as the ocean and as bright as a mermaid’s tears.” — Padma Venkatraman, Walter Award winning author of The Bridge Home "Stringfellow weaves an enchanting tale of loss, longing, and discovery infused with Caribbean folklore. Readers will be captivated by Kela’s story and become invested in her journey as she tries to deal with the grief of losing her mother as well as regret for her past actions." — Kirkus Reviews "Kela’s primary narration allows for a harmonious blend of contemporary island life and Afro-Caribbean lore, while chapters focusing on Ophidia draw on elements of Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid.” The third-person narration of the interspersed sections echoes a rhythmic traditional call-and-response that links the teller and the listener." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books "Stringfellow’s middle-grade debut is a wondrous and original story that incorporates Caribbean culture and folklore. Told in alternating points of views between Kela and Ophidia, the novel leads us through a story about family that spans hundreds of years and will captivate readers until the end." — Booklist "A unique blend of Caribbean folklore and realistic grief with a vindictive mermaid twist. Hand to fans of mermaid tales, general fantasy lovers, and readers seeking a rare gem in the genre." — School Library Journal "The story is imbued with magic, but Stringfellow’s powerful writing makes the fantastical feel like reality. Through narrative perspectives centering both Kela and Ophidia, the author recalls the call-and-response structure prevalent in Black storytelling traditions. Fans of Baptiste’s The Jumbies and Rhodes’s Bayou Magic will enjoy spending time with Kela as she navigates a journey filled with grief, love, loss, and discovery." — Horn Book Magazine "Stringfellow brings a fantastical approach to one character’s processing of grief as, with the support of secondary characters, Kela begins to truly navigate her pain while unearthing the stories and lore that are her heritage." — Publishers Weekly
£8.27
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
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Shooter
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£11.39
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
Tellwell Talent Liz
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£23.04
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
Wildling Books The Glow
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