Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Friends and friendships
Award Publications Ltd Goose on the Farm
Book SynopsisGoose and Sophie are on a school trip to the farm where they meet a new friend.An engaging story, with simple text and bright, bold, humorous illustrations to captivate young readers.Another delightful story in the fantastic series of stories about a heart-warming and unusual friendship, from award-winning artist, Laura Wall.
£5.99
Bonnier Books Ltd Giant
Book Synopsis'A book that celebrates friendship and the power of being true to yourself.' Frank Cottrell-BoyceIt's hard to measure up in a family with high expectations. But it's even harder when those people sometimes use you as an arm rest. And call you 'Peanut'.Anzo is 11 years old and very, very short. Mum, Dad and his two uncles are extremely tall but they're also high achievers, obsessed with fulfilling their lifelong ambition of opening a restaurant together. Everyone has a role - but where does Anzo fit in? If only he could grow a few inches in height, then no one would be able to overlook him. Then, overnight, Anzo starts to grow. Is life as a giant going to solve all his problems, or should he stop worrying and learn to just be himself?Trade ReviewTina Fey famously said that trying to be popular at school is like working really hard to be elected Mayor of a town that will be destroyed in four years time. Giant is a fresh and funny meditation on the fickleness of peer pressure, and the pointlessness of trying to conform to its demands. Anzo is the smallest in his class. He's regularly mistaken for a nursery school child and is the automatic butt of endless 'jokes' and nicknames. When the school decides that this year's play will be Snow White, he is cast as ALL SEVEN dwarfs. All that changes when he discovers a self-help book that actually works. It makes him taller. So the teasing should stop. But it doesn't. Now he gets teased for being too tall. If that makes it sound a bit like Big - then that would be no bad thing. But Giant is very much its own book. Anzo's solution lies in his own hands - literally. He's a gifted cartoonist and his drawings are just one of the added attractions that give the book an extra depth. It also has a cast of vivid characters. Anzo's own family is warm and lively but its members are all lost in their own preoccupations - they remind me a little of Helen Cresswell's Bagthorpes. His best friend - Elise - is a sharp courageous counsellor. It's a book that celebrates friendship and the power of being true to yourself. -- Frank Cottrell BoyceI'm always on the look out for great books to share with my boys and Giant is one of my all time favorites too. Kate Scott has got the voice of Anzo spot on and he is a very relatable character - Max certainly identified with him, especially around some of the teasing that Anzo experiences at school and as a Mum I was pleased that the book helped us to talk about topics that are sometimes difficult like feeling like you don't fit in. I also loved Anzo's best friend Elise with her many wise words and post-it notes. It was also lovely to see a well written and developed boy/girl friendship. * One More Page *a funny, heart-warming tale of exasperating families, faithful friends and how an 11-year-old boy overcame his insecurities. * Armadillo Magazine *Giant is one of those books you know you're just going to love - the kind you want to give a squishy hug to. Is one of those books that every kid should read. I thought this book was adorable. I wanted to keep reading about Anzo and his life, because his voice was just so raw and honest and hopeful. * Girl vs Ebooks *a wonderful, warm and funny story about growing up and learning to believe in yourself. * Reading Zone *Giant is one of those nice reads that takes you along on the journey, making you smile at the appropriate moments and when you reach the end you feel good about reading. Anzo's narration is engaging, plus he is a likeable character. Giant is a book about feeling like you don't fit and then finding that you don't have to change to fit. I thought that that message came across well. Giant was quite a quick read but I didn't think the story needed anymore. The comic was a nice touch and I liked the plot. * Luna's Little Library *Anzo is a well-written character - boys will relate well to him, and to the emotions he goes through. There is plenty of humour in the book, plus interesting family dynamics which make for a great heartwarming read. * Parents In Touch *''Giant' is a brilliant book- a real 'feel good' read with a giant heart!' * North Somerset *This is a compassionate story told with the right balance of humour and poignancy and one that is likely to strike a chord with readers who have experienced the tension between fitting in and feeling free to be themselves. * Books for Topics *'A lovely read for top juniors with an endearing hero, Anzo, who has a nice line in humorous observation.' * School Library Journal *A lovely read for top juniors with an endearing hero, Anzo, who has a nice line in humorous observation. * School Library Journal *I really enjoyed this book. It was a great story while covering topics like being proud of who you are and how everyone is different. It made me feel sad at times when it made me think about how sometimes people at school can be horrible but it was good at reminding me to be kind to other people and that everyone has different strengths * What Luke Did Next *I think that this book teaches a good lesson to younger kids: it is okay to be different and always be yourself. I learnt that even though people make fun of you or laugh at you, don't be discouraged. They are just making fun of you because they are jealous of you. They're also trying to act cool in front of people who think they are amazing. I don't have any criticisms about the book, it's amazing!!!!! -- Cameron, aged 10 * Anorak Magazine *
£7.59
SPCK Publishing Antigone Kingsley: About Last Summer
Book SynopsisCousins by blood - enemies by choice! Living above her parent's theatre has always given Antigone Kingsley (Tig) plenty of practice at being centre stage. But when the theatre faces financial crisis and the stage doors close, it is her alluring cousin Amelie, flown in from Paris, who grabs her family's attention. As Tig grapples with her identity away from the limelight, she watches her cousin steal the affection of her family, friends, school - even her loyal social media following! When tension between the two teenagers grow, Tig finds herself at a crossroad. Will her need to be liked outweigh her raging jealousy towards her cousin? Or will spiralling emotions and burning desires lead to murderous consequences? Antigone Kingsley by author Marina Magdalena, is the first book in this coming-of-age series that makes the perfect companion for tweens and teenage girls going through the highs and lows of growing up. Filled with positive role models, healthy self-exploration, fruitful relationships, vulnerability and good humour, you'll love journeying with Tig as she faces the social pressures, spiralling emotions, burning desires and grand disappointments of teenage life! Tig is your relatable, imperfect, clumsy, hot headed girl next door who learns to embrace who she is, solve problems and bring sparkle to the world. She's your new BFF - meet Antigone 'Tig' Kingsley.Trade Review'Marina Magdalena has crafted an intriguing story that explores the ranging emotions of teen-hood with the pressures teenagers feel in this world. She has a great understanding of the teenage mind and emotions, and expresses them in a heart-wrenching story that is beautifully crafted. About Last Summer is a brilliant book that will open conversations between parents and kids in a wonderfully healing way.' -- Becs Millington, radio presenter at UCB'In her debut novel, Marina Magdalena takes young readers on an exciting, laugh-out-loud journey - with enough dark twists and drama to keep them fully engaged to the very end. About Last Summer introduces us to the inner world of young teen Antigone Kingsley. She is both complex and relatable, and demonstrates many aspects of what it means to be human. It is a heart-warming but hilarious story of redemption, and a lesson in feeling the fear and doing it anyway. With unlikely heroes and gripping cliff-hangers, this book certainly leaves the reader wanting to see what's next for Antigone and her friends.' -- Emma-Jayne Browne, play therapist and psychotherapist'A story skilfully told, written with warmth and heart, Antigone Kingsley: About Last Summer explores the tumultuous world of a teenager struggling to recognise her own self-worth. It's a story of friendship, jealousy, tragedy, forgiveness and redemption, set against the evocative backdrop of a struggling theatre. Marina Magdalena captures the voice of a young teen perfectly, taking us on a roller coaster of emotion. This book is a page-turner that tackles timeless themes with a fresh, contemporary voice. It had me gripped until the last page.' -- Daniel Ingram-Brown, author'About Last Summer encompasses family life, catastrophes and the pain of teenage years through perceptive writing, born from a deep understanding of teen emotions and behaviour. It is insightful and beautifully written by one who truly understands the teenage journey and all the emotions along the way. I was drawn in to Tig's mind and felt her confusion, disappointment and anger . . . and ultimately her decision to take responsibility for her actions. I cared deeply for her, even as she raged against her situation and made mistakes - then I rejoiced as she reflected, understood and matured.This engaging first novel reflects the complications of family life, the shock reactions to sudden change, and the challenges of navigating a confusing and complicated world. It has an underlying wisdom that will resonate with those reading it, whatever their age.' -- Kay Benbow, children's media specialist
£8.54
Scribe Publications Anemone is not the Enemy
Book SynopsisA bright tale of self-acceptance, making friends, and waiting until your tide comes in. All Anemone wants is a friend, but friends are hard to make when you accidentally sting everyone who comes near you. Perhaps Clownfish has a solution to the problem ...Trade Review‘This is, at first glance, a very simple, quite quirky and humorous picture book, with minimal text and appealing, colourful, digitally produced illustrations. But it is also a fascinating introduction to life in a rock pool: who lives there, who visits when the tide comes in, who is stung by the anemone and who it can form a symbiotic relationship with.’ -- Margaret Hamilton * Books+Publishing *‘[Anenome is not the Enemy’s] dappled art has an appropriately aquatic feel, with the gentle blue of the tides interrupted by the neon zaps of Anemone's stingers. McGregor visually includes simple marine life facts into the backdrop of Anemone's dilemma and then expands upon them in the ‘Fun Facts’ backmatter, making this a mini-science lesson wrapped in a sweet friendship story.’ * BCCB *‘Terrific neon-hued read-aloud fun.’ -- Sara Keating * The Sunday Business Post *‘This fun and funny picture book tells the story of Anemone who lives in a rock pool and desperately wants a friend … The digitally produced illustrations add so much to this title, from the eye catching neon pink used for the title, endpapers, and titular character to the simple yet sweetly drawn and coloured sea horse, starfish, and sea cucumber … I would highly recommend Anemone is not the Enemy for young readers especially those interested in the natural world.’ -- Anne Varnes * Reading Time *‘Utterly charming, and the dialogue between the creatures makes it a fun read aloud … Simple but oh-so-effective, this is a brilliant book for introducing children to the idea of nature’s partnerships.’ * The Little Literary Society *‘An adorable story about an anemone who is hoping to make friends but always happens to sting everyone.’ * The Literacy Party *‘Sweet and informative … Anna McGregor’s appealing and clearly laid out illustration makes the most of the shocking pink of the anemone to create very pretty spreads.’ * BookTrust *‘Even someone socially awkward can find a friend. A habit of stinging keeps lonely Anemone from making friends, but for a clownfish, Anemone is just the right companion … (The last fact will be familiar to anyone who’s seen Disney’s Finding Nemo.) … Attentive readers will be intrigued.’ * Kirkus Reviews *
£10.79
Cheriton Children's Books How Do I Manage My Social Media?
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£8.99
Leaning Rock Press LLC Logan and the Lost Luggage
Book SynopsisAn Ian Book of the Year award finalist.When his family''s'' luggage goes missing at the airport, Logan a cocker spaniel with the help of other animal friends he meets along the way and his Magic Bone, goes on a quest around the world to find it. This story teaches children about other diverse countries and nationalities who can all work together in unity, harmony and friendship for a common goal.
£12.34
Secret Mountain A Gift for Sophie
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£9.49
mineditionUS Red Apple
Book SynopsisWinner of: 2016 USBBY Outsanding International Books Author-illustrator Feridun Oral's gentle, beautifully illustrated, and timeless tale of cooperation and problem-solving that celebrates the world of animals On a cold winter's day, Rabbit leaves his burrow in search of food, but all he can find is a single red apple hanging far out of reach. Rabbit tries and tries to get his animal friends to help him reach it, but none of them can manage it. When they accidentally wake Bear from her hibernation, they all work together to figure out a way to get what they want.Trade Review"How will hungry Rabbit reach the apple hanging so far out of reach? With help from friends, of course!... A worthy tale." -- Kirkus Reviews"The sight of the animals forming a vertical chai to reach the apple is a great lesson in surmounting individual weaknesses through problem solving and teamwork. Oral's gorgeously details watercolors will make readers want to linger in this cold yet heartening world." -- Connie Fletcher, Booklist"Welcome in winter with this charming tale of friendship and cooperation. Rabbit, mouse, fox, and bear all work together to have one more meal before their long winter's nap. Lovely!" -- Whitney Kazz, Northshire Bookstore, northshire.com
£14.39
Austin Macauley Between the Lines
Book SynopsisLucy can hardly believe the end of middle school has finally arrived. But faced with end of the year deadlines, a crush, and the ultimate manipulator, Lucy learns the hard way that silencing the signals from her body leads to missing the one event she's looking forward to the most. Will Lucy figure things out before she ruins things for everyone?
£7.99
Quarto Publishing PLC Lizzy and the Cloud
Book SynopsisLizzy and the Cloud is a whimsical and sweet tale of a young girl who cares for her pet cloud as it grows.Trade Review"In this sweet and poignant tale, Lizzie acquires Milo, a pet cloud. But what will she do when Milo gets too big to handle? The Fan Brothers’ It Fell From The Sky, about a group of insects who find a mysterious object, is out in paperback at the same time.” * The Bookseller *"A dreamy narrative [...] complemented by haunting monochrome illustrations with bright splashes of colour". * The Telegraph *A "whimsical and beautiful story". * Armadillo Magazine *"An elegant, surreal and touching picture book for 5+" * The Guardian *“The Fan Brothers’ story is full of heart and all about learning how to let go of the things we love.” * The Scotsman *
£11.69
Octopus Publishing Group Be Cool, Be You: A Child's Guide to Making
Book SynopsisThis activity book is for children aged 7–11 years It’s full of great information, fun activities and top tips to help your child build their confidence and social skills to make lasting friendships Does your child appear unhappy or lonely at school? Perhaps they have a tendency to think negatively and doubt themselves? Do they worry about what other children think about them? These could be signs that your child is struggling to make friends. This practical guide combines proven cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness methods with simple activities to help your child grow their self-confidence. It’s aimed at children aged 7–11 because a lot happens in these years that can impact a child’s emotional well-being, not just now but for years to come. Your child will be guided, with the help of Blip – a friendly and supportive character they can identify with – through fun and engaging activities which are interspersed with useful tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents and carers.
£8.79
Phaidon Press Ltd My Art Book of Friendship
Book SynopsisSelected as one of Oprah’s Favorite Things 2023 As Oprah says on OprahDaily.com – 'Created for kids, these little books pair famous artworks (Gauguin! Kerry James Marshall!) with read-aloud text ("Love is... soft snuggles... and tender nuzzles"). So special – adults will want them, too.' This keepsake children’s book celebrates friendship in a new and accessible way: through art Featuring a bright stylish cover and sturdy colorful pages, My Art Book of Friendship pairs 35 famous artworks with playful read-aloud text to illustrate the joy that friendship can bring. A beautiful gift for babies, toddlers, and young children, as well as new and expecting parents, My Art Book of Friendship includes vibrant paintings, drawings, and sculptures by a diverse array of artists – from Keith Haring and Damien Hirst to KAWS and Takashi Murakami. With its elegant design and heartwarming descriptions, My Art Book of Friendship will be treasured by little ones and grown-ups alike. Part of the beloved My Art Books series of stunning board books, which explore big feelings through famous artworks.Trade Review‘Created for kids, these little books pair famous artworks (Gauguin! Kerry James Marshall!) with read-aloud text ("Love is… soft snuggles… and tender nuzzles"). So special -- adults will want them, too.’ – As Oprah says on OprahDaily.com (Oprah’s Favorite Things 2023)‘Calling all art lovers with children in your lives: These books are for you. The kid-friendly books pair famous works of art with read-aloud text that lets little ones tap into themes of love, adventure and friendship.’ – USA Today on Oprah’s Favorite Things 2023'Perfect for a kid-sized coffee table.' – New York Times‘There’s something for everyone here: Kids will be intrigued by the multicultural depictions of kids and adults in different settings, and adults will appreciate the creative mix of styles … Any teacher or caregiver will find much to explore with a child in this rich, diverse collection.’ – Kirkus Reviews'An excellent way to start conversations with kids about friendships while forming the foundation of a child's art book collection and greater lifelong appreciation of art.' – My Baba
£13.46
HarperCollins Publishers Dancing in my nuddypants
Book SynopsisBrilliantly funny, Louise Rennison's fabby fourth book on the confessions of crazy but lovable Georgia Nicolson. Now in gorgey new paperback and guaranteed to have the nation laughing their knickers off!Phoned Jas.Jas?Oui.Do you ever get the urge?Pardon?You know, to flow free and wild.She was thinking.Well, sometimes, when Tom and I are alone in the house togetherYesWe flick each other with flannels.Jas, you keep talking on the telephone and I will send out for help.It's good fun what you do isJas, Jas, guess what I am doing now?Are you dancing?Yes, I am, my strange little pal. But what am I dancing in?A bowl?Jas, don't be silly. Concentrate. Try to get the image of me flowing wild and free.Are you dancing in your PE knickers?Non I am DANCING IN MY NUDDY-PANTS!!!And we both laughed like loons on loon tablets.Trade ReviewPraise for Angus, Thongs and Full-frontal Snogging: “Bridget Jones for teenagers – but funnier. Expect Potter-esque queues for the sequel.” The Sunday Telegraph “Don’t miss this gem” The Guardian "One of the funniest books of the year…" Independent on Sunday "I laughed like a drain" John Peel Praise for “…and that’s when it fell off in my hand.”: “Readers will find themselves laughing uncontrollably until their sides hurt, and won’t be able to put the book down.” Sunday Times "Hilarious… [Louise Rennison] is queen of the pink-book pack." The Times
£7.19
Andersen Press Ltd Mr Benn 123456789
Book SynopsisWhen Mr Benn visits the little fancy dress shop, he enters a fantastical world of adventure as if by magic... In this story, Mr Benn tries a black and white stripy outfit for size, only to find himself magically transported into a prison! Collect all four Mr Benn classics in their 50th anniversary paperback editions! Mr Benn Red Knight Mr Benn Big Top Mr Benn Big Game Mr Benn 123456789 Celebrate 50 years of the iconic BBC TV series with the original Mr Benn picture books! Voted 3rd in a BBC poll of 25 to 45 year olds of all-time favourite children's shows Voted 6th in Channel 4's poll of the 100 greatest kid's TV shows Voted 10th most famous time-traveller by THE TIMES '...the very name is enough to induce a warm glow of childish bliss...' TELEGRAPHTrade Review"David McKee’s early work on the power of colour to transform life is perfect for all those who now love Elmer the patchwork elephant" -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading4Kids *
£7.59
Scholastic US Magical Boy Volume 2
Book SynopsisA breathtakingly imaginative fantasy series starring Maxa high schooler chosen to become the next Magical Girl. There''s just one catch . . . he''s a trans boy!Although he was assigned female at birth, Max is your average trans man trying to get through high school as himself. But on top of classes, crushes, and coming out, Max''s life is turned upside down when his mom reveals an eons old family secret: he''s descended from a long line of Magical Girls tasked with defending humanity from a dark, ancient evil!For decades, Devoid and his minions have been sealed away, with each generation''s magical girl protecting the seal and our world. But as the millennia have passed, more and more cracks have appeared in the weakening seal. Now, the seal is open, evil is pouring into our world, and only Max can defeat it.A hilarious and heartfelt riff on the magical girl genre made popular by teen manga series, Magical Boy is a one-of-a-kind fantasy series that
£10.44
Scholastic Frog Meets Dog
Book SynopsisDog wants to play. Can Dog play with Frog, Frog, and Frog? The frogs hop... but Dog just FLOPS. Will the frogs ever play with Dog? Then a hungry bear comes along! Can Dog find a way to help the frogs? A hilarious friendship story, with full-colour artwork and rhyming text. Perfect for new readers!
£999.99
Little, Brown & Company The Indignation of Haruhi Suzumiya (light novel)
Book SynopsisTwo stories continue the adventure in Volume 8 of the Haruhi Suzumiya series. Editor-in-Chief, Straight Ahead! Since the beginning of the year, the SOS Brigade has been masking as the Literature Club to be recognized as an official high school organization. But when the new student council president threatens to disband the group, the members must write a collection of literature. Naturally, Haruhi assume the role of editor-in-chief and leads the team to publication with hilarious results.Wandering Shadow From writers to detectives, the SOS Brigade does it all. When fellow classmate Sanaka comes to the club seeking help, the team (well, Haruhi) is up to the task. A well-trodden popular park path has suddenly begun to terrify the neighborhood dogs, and Haruhi suspects that its being haunted by animal spirits. It looks like the SOS Brigade is about to perform its first first canine exorcism!
£12.34
Scholastic Rapunzella Or Dont Touch My Hair
Book SynopsisA genre-bending YA that weaves together inner-city life and awildly dangerous fairytale universe. Rapunzella is imprisoned in an enchanted forest made of her ownAfro and the might of the evil King Charming seems unstoppable. But is it? Can Rapunzella use her power to change the future?
£8.54
Usborne Publishing Ltd First Questions and Answers Why should I share
Book SynopsisEnter Christine Pym's adorable bug world and discover the importance of taking turns, being fair and sharing our planet with all living things. There's plenty to talk about and be inspired by.
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Friends For Life Melrose and Croc
Book SynopsisMelrose and Croc return in style in this beautiful picture book adventure, all about being the very best of friends. From the creator of the Blue Kangaroo series, these adorable characters will soon be your best friends too!Melrose and Croc are the best of friends. They love all the things about each other that make them who they are.So when Melrose or Croc feels that nothing they do is good enough, they always know how to cheer each other up it's easy: they remind one another of ALL the different things that make them special unique and totally loveable!The universal theme of friendship and understanding is sure to touch every heart, as Melrose and Croc show how to love others and also yourself.Trade ReviewPraise for ‘Melrose and Croc’: 'Full of bright detail, this is a picture book young readers could well dream about as being the next best thing to entering its pages.' The Independent 'Two irresistible new characters from the creator of the popular Blue Kangaroo series.' Winter edition, Primary Times 'A heart-warming tale of how friendships begin… This book is a wonderful tactile experience, from the shimmery glittery cover… to the gentle watercolours inside, which are printed on the creamiest of papers.' The Irish Times 'It delights children but adults will appreciate the period evocation of the festive-season cities and the off-season seaside.' The Sunday Times 'Incredibly touching story.' Primary Times 'Gorgeous Christmassy story about friendship.' Angels and Urchins 'You don't have to get too sentimental to find something special…The light in the illustrations makes this book all the more magical.' Junior 'This author/illustrator goes from strength to strength… Mouth-watering illustrations, ideal text, two mightily engaging characters – altogether the star on top of the tree.' Carousel
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Two and a Half Wishes
Book SynopsisJump into Book 3 of the thrilling new series about fairy-tale heroines, ninja moves and epic adventures, perfect for children aged 5+When fairies start getting trapped and their magic constrained, the ninjas soon realise that a new villain is at work. Can they, with the help of their two and a half wishes, get to the bottom of the problem? Or will they just be a little bit short of that extra sparkle?
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Thousand Questions
Book SynopsisTrade Review“A Thousand Questions is infused with the author's abiding love for Pakistan and the cultural milieu of the country of her birth; the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of Karachi are brought alive with affection, authenticity, and attention to detail. And at the core of this story is an unlikely friendship that crosses boundaries and breaks barriers, the kind of friendship that will lift readers' hearts and leave them smiling.” — Padma Venkatraman, author of The Bridge Home, winner of the Walter Award for Young Readers “With a big heart and a gentle touch, A Thousand Questions shows us how good friends can lend courage to each other, and how the right friendship at the right time can change your life. This is a beautiful book.” — Anne Ursu, author of Breadcrumbs "Atmospheric and tender, this delightful story about the life-changing power of friendship is sure to capture the heart of many readers." — Jasmine Warga, author of Other Words For Home "Faruqi’s descriptions of modern Karachi are rich with sensory detail...A thoughtful portrait of friendship across class lines in modern Pakistan." — Kirkus Reviews "The likeable heroines develop a touching connection that enhances the fast-paced plot and counterpoints tense situations with their families. The novel’s observations about other societal issues—including religion, politics, wealth, and marriage—add thought-provoking touches." — Publishers Weekly "Faruqi writes in first person, with chapters alternating between Mimi’s and Sakina’s points of view, with each revealing misconceptions about the other’s culture. As they learn from their differences and similarities, the narrative is enriched by the dual perspective. The inviting book-jacket image suggests the story’s distinctive setting, the girls’ backgrounds, and their relationship, three fundamental elements of this engaging chapter book." — Booklist "Told through the girls' alternative points of view, the novel examines contemporary urban Pakistan in all its complexity. Faruqi threads issues of privilege, poverty, democracy, and the meaning of family throughout the book." — Horn Book Magazine
£7.59
Tellwell Talent Robot Music A Story for Kids with LiFraumeni
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£14.25
Tellwell Talent Faces places people too
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£15.19
Penguin Random House Children's UK Pretty Rude
Book SynopsisI feel a thought forming in my head like a fart brewing in my stomach. And my thought fart is...I''m gonna start a YouTube channel!We have a plan. Hopefully nothing will randomly decide to mess with that plan like, oh I dunno, MY COMPLETE BUM HOLE OF A DAD COMING BACK AND FILLING OUR LIVES WITH CHAOS.You know Haylah Swinton - she''s big, bold and funnier than a cat in a onesie playing the bagpipes. She''s been busy proving she''s as a kick-butt comedian, she''s got herself a fab boyfriend called Dylan, the best girl crew in the world totally have her back, her little brother isn''t driving her totally nuts, and did she mention she has a boyfriend called Dylan? Yes, THAT Dylan.But this proving-she''s-funny thing is kind of tough sometimes. And come to think of it, Dylan isn''t acting particularly boyfriendly at the moment. Plus her pathetic excuse for a dad has decided to turn up and make everything confusing.As if r
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Kindness Club Rabbit Says Sorry
Book SynopsisElla Law is a prolific children's author who is happiest writing stories for a pre-school audience. She loves creating a world of irresistible characters with opportunities for adventure... just like Rainbow Island. Ella has created award-winning children's animation and brings a visual approach to all her writing.Laura Vitória Jäger is an illustrator from Brazil, with a degree in Visual Arts from the Federal University of Uberlândia (Brazil). She is inspired by the power of a child's imagination and she enjoys creating her colourful artwork with watercolour, coloured pencils, or using digital media.
£7.59
Little, Brown & Company Keyana Loves Her Friend
Book SynopsisBestselling author Natasha Anastasia Tarpley (I Love My Hair!) returns with this sweet slumber party picture book that explores both the easy and tough parts of friendship.Keyana is hosting her very best friend, Nia, over for a night of games, dancing, and splashing in the pool! But when Keyana and Nia have trouble seeing eye-to-eye, they''ll have to come together to remember just how much they care about each other. With more warm illustrations by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, Natasha Anastasia Tarpley''s Keyana Loves her Friend gives young-readers a fresh new lesson on conflict resolution and the importance of friendship.
£14.24
Little, Brown & Company My Little Thief
Book SynopsisMischief and everyday magic combine in this unforgettable story of friendship between a curious girl with a rich imagination and a winged thief with a very big heart. Chloe loves many things?bugs, the dark, and especially broken or forgotten objects. But she doesn?t seem to care for birds. When a mischievous crow appears in her backyard, Chloe steps out of her comfort zone and offers the curious creature a bite of her lunch. In return, Crow brings Chloe a beautiful button.Inspired by a true account of an unexpected friendship between a young girl and a crow, this thoughtful story explores misunderstandings and the value of everyday treasures.
£14.39
Little, Brown & Company Only She Came Back
Book SynopsisA chilling thriller about an unlikely friendship between a true-crime fan and a former high school classmate suspected of murdering her influencer boyfriend, perfect for fans of Holly Jackson and Courtney Summers. On July 28 at 6:30 p.m., Kiri Dunsmore walks out of the desert wearing her boyfriend?s sweatshirt, covered in his blood. Dazed and on the verge of unconsciousness, she tells a cashier that he?s still out there and most likely dead. The disappearance of Callum Massey, a ?survival guru? with hundreds of thousands of YouTube followers, rocks the nation. And Kiri is a prime suspect. Back in Kiri''s hometown, true-crime fanatic Samis completely hooked on the case?especially now that she recognizes the suspect as shy Katie from high school. Although they didn?t know each other well, that doesn?t stop Sam from reaching out to befriend her old classmate. But when Kiri starts to confide in her, Sam realizes there?s more to the story than she had imagined. Can she keep Kiri?s secrets even though revealing them could put her where she''s always longed to be?at the center of the story?
£13.49
Hachette Children's Group The Fire Eaters
Book SynopsisAnother exceptional novel from David Almond - winner of the Whitbread Award and the Smarties Book Prize.Trade ReviewAn affecting meditation on pain, cruelty, class, belonging and the redeeming power of love. * The Sunday Times *A beautiful and brilliant novel. There really is nobody quite like Almond. * The Times *This is beautifully written and polished to a lapidary gloss. * The Guardian *A wonderful novel. * The Times *An astonishing, beautiful tale. Almond at his best. * The Daily Telegraph *A tale so marvellously told it seems a shame to label it as only for children. * The Daily Telegraph *Stays with you long after the book is closed. * The Guardian *Almond makes familiar issues fresh; his characters are finely drawn and his depiction of place perfectly realised. * The Guardian *Lyrical and atmospheric. * The Bookseller *A near-perfect piece of fiction. * Time Out *Luminous prose...every character is perfectly served by this fearless writer. * The Guardian *Subtle and energetic...a powerful and evocative study of loss. * The Times *[A] strange and haunting story. * The Observer *Once in a while a book comes along that takes over your head and your heart. [This is] such a book. * The Bookseller *Almond's best book yet...masterful in every aspect. * Financial Times *Gripping doesn't do it justice - it sweeps you up and wraps itself around you. * The Sunday Express *An uplifting, beautifully written story. * Independent on Sunday *A beautifully written, warm-hearted book. Almond's poetic, though gritty, prose avoids the pitfalls of sentimentality. * The Observer *Almond's books are always moving, uplifting tributes to the human spirit. * The Scotsman *
£7.99
Wagon Tracks Publishing Spitfire
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£11.13
Independently Published by Joseph Malone Dominic and His Bishop A little boys experience
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£15.19
LIGHTNING SOURCE UK LTD Different Can Be Fun Different Is OK
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£14.24
Sally Fetouh Janas Brightly Coloured Socks
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£16.19
Orange Hat Publishing I Am a Girl of Color
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£18.99
Scholastic Stevenson R Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
Book SynopsisThis annotation edition of Robert Louis Stevenson's account of man'scapacity for evil is as powerful today as it was on first publicationin 1886. Extra wide margins and double spacing leaves lotsof room for notes. Contains top tips on effective annotation anddifferent revision techniques.
£7.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Wood Could
Book SynopsisThe hilarious team behind Knot Cannot is back, this time with the story of curmudgeonly Wood and a girl determined to be his friend.An imaginative girl in the forest knows that the piece of wood she finds could be a unicorn or a ship or a ladder. But Wood would rather be sleeping like a log. Despite all the girl's attempts to get him to play with her and her beloved stuffed bunny, Prince Fluffybutt, Wood refuses to branch out. But when the girl really gets in trouble, Wood has to look deep within himself to see if it's possible to turn over a new leaf.Trade Review★ "As cheerful and dynamic as a comic book . . . Funny details fill the page, but at its heart, the story takes on selfishness and finds a way to make everyone happy. A richly executed comedic piece, this hides tenderness in rough bark but is a real softie when it comes to charm. With funny wordplay and pacing to delight with every turn of the page, this one’s a must." —SLJ, starred review"This story seems all fun and games, from Stone’s could-would refrain and long string of wood-related wordplay to Lowery’s clear-lined panels, which move between the girl’s fantasies and Wood’s grumpy reality. But ultimately, the payoff is anything but trivial, as the wooden protagonist finds a warm feeling in helping another." —Publishers Weekly"Stone and Lowery team up for some serious wordplay and comic book–like styling, and while this leans more into punny humor than technical literacy skills, the inclusion of figurative language brings kids into the conceptual world of words as opposed to the mechanical." —BCCB
£999.99
William B Eerdmans Publishing Co A Head Full of Birds
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£11.67
Albert Whitman & Company Bat and Sloth Solve a Mystery Bat and Sloth
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£6.50
David C Cook Publishing Company Jack Staples and the City of Shadows
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£11.69
MindStir Media Honeypetal the Sheep
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£12.89
Third Man Books The Magic of We
Book SynopsisA heartfelt tale describing the beauty of friendship and love, and the true story of musician Ikey Owens.
£999.99
Kenneth P Silcott The Adventures of Jojo The Dungeon
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£11.79
Rebecca Jimenez First Win
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St Martin's Press Shortest Distance Between Love Hate The
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Palgrave USA Girls on the Verge
Book SynopsisAbsolutely essential, as is the underlying message that girls take care of each other when no one else will. Booklist, Starred Review [C]ompelling... This title offers realistic viewpoints on teenage pregnancy, along with what it is like to have the right to choose, wanting that right, and living knowing that you will be judged for having exercised it. School Library Journal, Starred Review Girls on the Verge is an incredibly timely novel about a woman's right to choose. Sharon Biggs Waller brings to life a narrative that has to continue to fight for its right to be told, and honored.Best Books of 2019 Cosmopolitan Camille couldn''t be having a better summershe kills it as Ophelia in her community theater''s production of Hamlet, catches the eye of the cutest boy in the play, and nabs a spot in a prestigious theater program. But on the very night she learns she got into the program, she also fin
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Hermans Holiday
Book SynopsisFrom author and illustrator Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series: Herman and Henry are back and they are going on holiday in this fabulously funny follow-up to Herman''s Letter. With lift-the-flap postcards!Herman and Henry are having a great time camping in the great outdoors. Well, Herman is. Henry seems a little distracted. He must be having fun, though everyone loves camping, don''t they?Join Herman and Henry, best friends forever, on a camping adventure that neither of them will forget for very different reasons!A fabulously funny story by the creator of Herman''s Letter, with lift-the-flap postcards inside.
£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Best Friends Bakery Sugar and Spice
Book SynopsisEleven-year-old Hannah Hallett''s life has changed. Her mum has recently remarried, and Hannah''s got a new dad and twin sisters! The whole family have moved from the city to a small town so that Hannah''s mum can fulfil her life-long dream of opening a bakery. But things don''t start well for the new bakery, and soon Mum''s too busy to spend time with Hannah the way she used to. Hannah knows she can turn the Sugar and Spice Bakery''s fortunes around - all she needs to do is convince Mum she can be useful. Can Hannah use her baking talent to save the bakery, learn to live with her big new family and - most importantly - make some friends before school starts?Friendship, fun and baking - this is CHOCOLAT for 8+.
£5.99
