Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books
Abrams Ada Twist Scientist The Why Files 2 All About
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£13.23
Abrams The Ultimate Goal Good Sports League 1
Book SynopsisPut on your cleats, grab your jersey, and join the Good Sports League! This funny chapter book series about sports and sportsmanship is from acclaimed author Tommy Greenwald. Ben Cutler loves everything about soccer! He’s got a great team, and they have the best pregame chants and half-time jokes. He and his best friend, Jay-Jay, even invent dances for when they score a goal! And Ben is good at soccer. Like REALLY good. Too good for a casual rec team. Soon he’s recruited for a travel team. His new team plays amazingly well, but they take soccer super seriously. No pregame chants, no juice-box breaks, and the most important rule of all: NO DANCING. Even though his new team is winning all the time, Ben is left to wonder, Is winning all that matters in the end? Comic panels and spot illustrations bring the sports action to life in a format perfect for reluctant readers.Trade ReviewFreddy states the moral up front—sports should be enjoyable—and this fast-paced, heartfelt story bears out the message. Good-hearted sporty fun. * Kirkus *
£6.23
Abrams Rebels Robbers and Radicals
Book SynopsisAn engaging, easy-to-digest look at the Bill of Rights highlighting its history, evolution, and significance for kids todayEver wondered why our laws work the way they do? This engaging and thorough look at the Bill of Rights—the first ten amendments of the U.S. Constitution—is told in simple language that middle-grade kids and adults can understand. The book first tackles the paradox that the Bill of Rights that includes the guarantee that no person can be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law, which was written by men, many of whom were enslavers and denied people their guarantee of life, liberty, and property but who also presented a soaring and far-reaching vision of fundamental human rights. The book then introduces each amendment as a chapter, breaking it down into easily digestible parts, and explains each through real court cases, presenting the stories and struggles of actual people. The story of how the Bi
£12.59
Disney Book Publishing Inc. Lotus and Feather
Book SynopsisA winter illness left Lotus, a little girl, without a voice and without friends. A hunter''s bullet left Feather, a crane, injured and unable to fly. As Lotus nurses Feather back to health, their bond grows. Soon Feather is following Lotus everywhere, even to school! The bird dances to the girl''s reed whistle, much to the delight of the other children. One day, when the village floods, Feather helps raise the alarm as Lotus and her grandfather urge their neighbors to get to high ground. Feather is a true friend to Lotus, but the time comes when Lotus must be a true friend to him--by encouraging him to migrate with the rest of the cranes. The next spring, Feather miraculously returns, and that''s not all . . . he has brought new life to the nearby lake.Inspired by the true story of a crane that rescued a Chinese village, and graced with sensitive watercolor illustrations, this lovely book about respecting nature offers deep emotion and delightful surprises.
£13.49
Little, Brown & Company By The Time You Read This Ill Be Dead
Book SynopsisAfter a lifetime of being bullied, Daelyn is broken beyond repair. She has tried to kill herself before, and is determined to get it right this time. Though her parents think they can protect her, she finds a Web site for completers that seems made just for her. She blogs on its forums, purging her harrowing history. At her private Catholic school, the only person who interacts with her is a boy named Santana. No matter how poorly she treats him, he just won''t leave her alone. And it''s too late for Daelyn to be letting people into her life . . . isn''t it?In this harrowing, compelling novel, Julie Anne Peters shines a light on what might make a teenager want to kill herself, as well as how she might start to bring herself back from the edge. A discussion guide and resource list prepared by bullycide expert C. J. Bott are included in the back matter.
£9.49
Disney Publishing Worldwide Blizzard
Book SynopsisBased on John Rocco's childhood experience during the Blizzard of 1978, this companion to BLACKOUT is the story of how one intrepid boy embarks on an expedition and becomes the hero of his neighborhood.Blizzard is based on John Rocco's childhood experience during the now infamous Blizzard of 1978, which brought fifty-three inches of snow to his town in Rhode Island. Told with a brief text and dynamic illustrations, the bookopens with a boy’s excitement upon seeing the first snowflake fall outside his classroom window. It ends with the neighborhood’s immense relief upon seeing the first snowplow break through on their street. In between the boy watches his familiar landscape transform into something alien, and readers watch him transform into a hero who puts the needs of others first. John uses an increasing amount of white space in his playful images, which include a gatefold spread of the boy's expedition to the store. Th
£13.49
Gibbs M. Smith Inc Little Naturalists Beatrix Potter Wrote Stories
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£8.54
Gibbs M. Smith Inc Some Cats
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£12.59
Gibbs M. Smith Inc Woo Woo Baby Yoga
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£11.69
Gibbs M. Smith Inc Wild Moon
£14.39
BroadStreet Publishing Best. Dad Jokes. Ever
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£6.78
BroadStreet Publishing Who Do you See When you Look at Me
Book SynopsisWho do you see when you look at me? Most notice my wheelchair, my voice, or my crazy hair. I am me, just me, doing my best to live each day to the fullest I can. There is more to me than you might realise. I have gifts and talents that make me unique. There are also things I do just like you-- things we have in common that you might not even know. When we take the time to learn about each other, something grand happens-- love and understanding. Open your mind, your soul, your heart, and you will see the real me... when you look at me.
£9.49
BroadStreet Publishing The Chosen for Kids Book One
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£14.24
BroadStreet Publishing Jokes for Kids Bundle 1
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£999.99
Teacher Created Materials Failure Disasters In History
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£11.05
National Geographic Kids Everything Predators
Book SynopsisWhat do great white sharks and pygmy hedgehogs have in common? They''re both predators! Big and small, the predators in this book have developed some cool, amazing, and sometimes freaky skills to keep them on top of the food chain. Readers won''t stop until they''ve learned everything there is to know about predators in this bold, bright book, packed with photos, facts, and fun.
£7.59
National Geographic Kids Thats FactTastic
Book SynopsisNational Geographic Kids serves up tons of incredible facts and mind-boggling tidbits to wow your friends and family! Did you know that a giraffe’s eye is as big as a Ping-Pong ball? Or that about 19 million hot dogs are sold at major league baseball games every year? Or that there is only one bone in your body that’s not connected to another one? There''s a lot to know, and National Geographic Kids is here to help. Based on favorites from the National Geographic Kids magazine, this book is chock-full of fascinating facts, silly stats, and catchy little knowledge nuggets in all kinds of awesome categories, from amphibians to black holes to the gold rush. Special features include Extreme Weirdness, Strange Places, What''s the Difference, and more. Bold, colorful photographs in a supersize format and spectacular information create a winning combination for curious kids who can''t wait to learn more about the world.
£15.29
National Geographic Kids Big Book of W.O.W.
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£999.99
National Geographic Kids Ultimate Mammalpedia
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£16.99
National Geographic Kids Weird But True KnowItAll The Middle Ages
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£9.25
National Geographic Kids Cant Get Enough Horse Stuff
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£9.49
National Geographic Kids How to Survive in the Age of Pirates
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£8.54
National Geographic Kids National Geographic Kids 5Minute Shark Stories
Book SynopsisDive into amazing true tales about baby sharks, surprising shark friendships, daring shark rescues, swimming with sharks, and more about these fierce and fascinating fish.These 12 fin-tastic true tales about sharks are all the ideal length to be read aloud in five minutes, making them perfect for bedtime, story time, or any time.Kids come face-to-face with great white sharks, hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, and more as each 5-minute story takes them into the wild world of these incredible creatures. Join National Geographic underwater photographer Brian Skerry as he meets sharks with surprising personalities, and learn all about the king of the sea—the great white shark! Illustrated with colorful photographs of one of the planet’s top predators, these awe-inspiring true stories are perfect for any time you’re ready for a jaw-some reading adventure. Shark-crazy kids and other animal lovers will want to dip into this collection of true sto
£11.69
National Geographic Kids Yes No Maybe So...
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£13.49
National Geographic Kids Cant Get Enough Cat Stuff
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£9.49
Crabtree Publishing Co,US Silly Milly and the Spooky Sleepover
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£6.99
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Rivers
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£11.67
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada The Covid19 Pandemic
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£12.59
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Monster Zoo
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£11.67
Teacher Created Materials, Inc Straight Talk Smoking
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£11.05
Teacher Created Materials, Inc Unforgettable Natural Disasters
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£11.25
Crossway Books The Boy and the Ocean
Book SynopsisBest-selling author Max Lucado helps young children grasp the unending love of God in this beautifully illustrated story of discovery and wonder in exploring the amazing world that God has made.
£12.59
Crossway Books Reformation ABCs
Book SynopsisFeaturing easy-to-understand storytelling and whimsical illustrations, this accessible and informative book offers kids a fun way to learn about key events, ideas, and people from the Reformation. Written for kids ages three to six, but engaging enough for the whole family.
£11.69
Crossway Books A Hat for Ivan
Book SynopsisThisabridged version of a classic heartwarming tale captures the truth that God has made everyone for a special purpose. Redesigned with a new cover.
£10.79
Crossway Books The King and the Dragon
Book SynopsisWith a memorable and rhyming style, this short and engaging picture book is ideal for teaching children ages 35 about God's victory over the devil and what it means for them today.
£10.44
American Psychological Association What to Do When Bad Habits Take Hold A Kids
Book SynopsisIn an interactive self-help book, engaging examples, lively illustrations, and step-by-step instructions teach children a set of habit-busting strategies in the form of "keys" to unlock the chains holding their habits in place, empowering children to set themselves free. Original.Trade ReviewHonors NAPPA (National Parenting Publications Awards) Winner iParenting Media Award Winner "It offers a set of keys to children to free themselves from harmful habits and what I especially love about it - is that it can be read aloud to your child and its advice can be followed interactively."—Read Aloud Dad Table of ContentsIntroduction to Parents and Caregivers Chapter One: Getting Started Chapter Two: Locked Up Tight Chapter Three: Key #1: Getting in the Way Chapter Four: Key #2: Busy, Busy Chapter Five: Key #3: Pick, Pull, and Chew Chapter Six: Key #4: Perk! Jazz! Zing! Chapter Seven: Key #5: Draining Tension Chapter Eight: Putting It All Together Chapter Nine: How’s It Going? Chapter Ten: Staying Free
£12.59
American Psychological Association This Day in June
Book Synopsis 'The pride primer.'—The New YorkerAn excellent tool for teaching respect, acceptance, and understanding of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people.This day in June…. Parade starts soon…. Rainbow arches…. Joyful marches! In a wildly whimsical, validating, and exuberant reflection of the LGBTQ+ community, This Day In June welcomes readers to experience a pride celebration and share in a day when we are all united. Also included is a Note to Parents and Other Caregivers with information on how to talk to children about sexual orientation and gender identity in age-appropriate ways as well as a Reading Guide chock-full of facts about LGBTQ+ history and culture. A Top Ten Title,American Library AssociationRainbow List Winner,Notable Books for a Global Society Awards Named one of the most important books of the last decade byThe Advocate''s '40 Under 40' list Top 11 Most Challenged Booksby American Library Association Winner,Stonewall Book Award—Mike Morgan and Larry Romans Children''s & Young Adult Literature Award Trade ReviewNamed one of the most important books of the last decade by The Advocate's "40 Under 40" listNamed one of the Top 11 Most Challenged Books of 2018 and Top 100 Most Banned and Challenged Books of the Past Decade in 2020 by American Library AssociationWinner of the 2015 Stonewall Book Award—Mike Morgan and Larry Romans Children's & Young Adult Literature Award A Top Ten Title, 2015 American Library Association Rainbow List Winner, 2015 Notable Books for a Global Society Awards"The pride primer." —The New Yorker "A beautifully illustrated, and beautifully explained, look at Pride through the eyes of a child. The book ends with the words, “This day in June, we’re all united!” an inspiring message that should be just as uplifting for adults as it is affirming for youth."—Philadelphia Gay News “This Day In June adds a bright spot for diversity on any bookshelf, and will help bring the true colors and beautiful experience of LGBT pride to life for school age children and their families.”—Ellen Kahn, Director of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Family Project. "Pitman, in her first book for children, salutes the LGBT parades that take place across the U.S. in June. Her couplets keep things marching steadily forward, but it’s Litten’s artwork that creates a sense of joyous excitement and showcases the diversity on display."—Publishers Weekly “This Day in June is the pride parade picture book queer parents have been waiting for since, oh, 1970. We’ve needed something that captured the joy and exuberance of the event, and something that helped kids picture the glorious range of gender expression and queer fabulousness that is so righteously on display at Pride (and by contrast so absent in most of our kids’ everyday lives). We’ve wanted a sweet, playful opportunity to talk in advance about what they’ll see, what it’ll be like. We’ve wanted to help them get as excited as we do, in anticipation, and have a way to share it with their friends.”—VillageQ.com “Intended for children ages four through eight--but absolutely a book every PFLAGer will want on their shelf--the book serves as an excellent tool for teaching respect, understanding, and affirmation of LGBTQ people.”—PFLAG Voice blog “This beautifully illustrated book is a great addition to a school or personal library to add diversity in a responsible manner without contributing to stereotypes about LGBT people.”—School Library Journal "When you reach the last of this book, you will immediately turn to the beginning pages to read it all over again."—Pride Agenda "The bouncy rhymes convey feelings and snapshots of parade scenes rather than a narrative storyline, but that doesn't lessen the book's impact. We're introduced to dykes on bikes, people in leather, drag queens and others of varying gender expressions, politicians, marching bands, and parents with their children. The diverse characters in Kristyna Litten's colorful illustrations jump and dance and swirl."—Bay Windows "The text of Gayle E. Pitman's flows like poetry from page to page and is partnered with the joyous illustrations by Kristyna Litten."—EDGE on the Net "Curious children who are learning about gender, identity, and self-expression will love learning about the diverse and unwavering LGBT community in a colorful book that celebrates pride. Parents who are eager to talk to their kids about the ways in which people are different, or about LGBT Pride month in general will find that This Day In June provides excellent context and serves as a conversation starter."—One Equal World “If you have never been to a pride parade, read this book to see what you are missing.” —No Time for Flash Cards
£11.69
American Psychological Association A Year of Celebraciones
Book SynopsisJoin the celebrations as a class full of kids discovers how cultures around the world observe the new year. From Laos to Mexico, China to Scotland, Iran to Nicaragua, and more,A Year of Celebraciones follows the main character?s continuing cultural education as she learns about how different kids and families she knows celebrate New Year?s. Traditions include decorations, gifts, foods, and gatherings. This exciting tour of the globe will encourage kids to learn about how their own families ring in the end of the year and the beginning of the next, while discovering that there are so many ways to celebrate!
£17.56
MX - APA Publishing Meltdown
Book SynopsisThis humorous picture book uses robots to help kids explore big emotions. Did you know robots never stay up past their bedtime? They power down right at seven o?clock. And when robots are upset, they never hit. They use their programming language: BLEEP BLOOP! But even robots with all the latest updates will occasionally malfunction. Meltdowns happen. And while they are no fun, they don?t last forever. Meltdown! normalizes big emotions and explores some ways to cope with even the biggest mega robot meltdowns. With colorful illustrations full of imaginative details, this pun-tastic picture book is fun to read for robo-kids and grown-up robots alike.
£16.46
David C Cook Publishing Company The Baby Bible Storybook for Girls
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£9.49
Adams Media Corporation The Everything KIDS Human Body Book
Book SynopsisA book about the most interesting thing on earth--you!What happens to food after you eat it? Why is your blood red? How do your bones grow?Your body is an amazing machine. Every second of the day and night--without you even knowing it--your body is busily working to keep you running smoothly. When you think about how complicated the human body is and how little goes wrong, it is really an incredible feat! So how does your body do it all?The Everything Kids'' Human Body Book is the expert answer to all your questions--from the tips of your toes to the top of your head, you will learn the hows and whys of the human body. Author Sheri Amsel takes you on a journey through the body, with information on: The muscles--from your biceps to your heart Your nerves and how they transmit messages How your skin heals itself Bones, joints, and other things you shouldn''t break Blood, guts, and the circul
£6.99
Simon & Schuster Stella by Starlight
Book SynopsisSharon M. Draper presents “storytelling at its finest” (School Library Journal, starred review) in this New York Times bestselling Depression-era novel about a young girl who must learn to be brave in the face of violent prejudice when the Ku Klux Klan reappears in her segregated southern town.Stella lives in the segregated South—in Bumblebee, North Carolina, to be exact about it. Some stores she can go into. Some stores she can’t. Some folks are right pleasant. Others are a lot less so. To Stella, it sort of evens out, and heck, the Klan hasn’t bothered them for years. But one late night, later than she should ever be up, much less wandering around outside, Stella and her little brother see something they’re never supposed to see, something that is the first flicker of change to come, unwelcome change by any stretch of the imagination. As Stella’s community—her world—is upended, she decides to fight fir
£7.99
Hachette Children's Group A Year without Autumn
Book SynopsisIf you could see into the future - would you look?Jenni Green doesn''t have a choice. On her way to visit her best friend, Autumn, Jenni suddenly finds she''s been transported exactly one year forward in time.Now she discovers that in the year that''s gone by, tragedy has struck and her friendship with Autumn will never be the same again. But what caused the tragedy? How did Jenni skip a year? And can she find her way back to the past to try to change what lies ahead?With humour - and her customary light touch - the author of the EMILYWINDSNAP books plays a fascinating game with time, and explores thechanges that take place in friendships and families in the aftermath of adisaster.Trade ReviewA gripping and compelling tale of friendship and adventure ... a life changing read * School Librarian *A brilliant family evocation as well as a thought provoking and intriguing good read * School Librarian Winter 2011 *A gripping and satisfying read * Hack Writers *A thoroughly enjoyable, absorbing story full of twists and turns with some heart stopping moments * Primary Teacher *Absolutely gripping * Good Book Guide *A thoughtful book that tackles big questions * Cornwall Life *This is a fantastic book ... most of all you won't want to stop reading -- Molly, aged 12 * Anorak Magazine *Deftly told and haunting * Jewish Chronicle *A book of heartache and humour ... written with wit and passion * Waterstone's Books Quarterly *This is an amazing book, I really liked it because the characterisation is amazing - you can really imagine what they all look like, you can feel Jenni's fear, her happiness and what it's like to have your world turned upside down. -- Rebecca Renwick, Forrester High * TEEN TITLES *I liked Liz Kessler's pacey compelling style ... and the skilful way in which she places her timeslip device so carefully in moder life that it seems surprisingly plausible * SCHOOL LIBRARIAN *Absolutely gripping! * THE GOOD BOOK GUIDE *It is a brilliant family evocation as well as a thought provoking and intruiging good read * SCHOOL LIBRARIAN *I was so enthralled, it didn't take me very long at all to finish this one ... a simple, quick and enjoyable read. * STEPPING OUT OF THE PAGE *
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group Early Reader Albert and the Garden of Doom
Book SynopsisA brand new red Early Reader about football and friendship from CARNEGIE MEDAL shortlisted author Phil Earle, illustrated by Jamie Littler.Trade ReviewNeatly constructed and perfectly pitched for new readers, this is just right for encouraging young football fans to pick up a story * The Best New Children's Books 2015 *[A] thought-provoking story with some scary moments and many amusing ones. Large print and lots of pictures make this a perfect step from picture books to novels * Primary Times *A brilliant book and we all loved it -- Craig and Amy Douglas, aged 6 and 4 * What's Good to Do *
£8.04
John Murray Press NIV Schools Hardback Bible 20 Copy Pack
Book SynopsisWith over 400 million Bibles in print, the New International Version is the world''s most popular modern English Bible. It is renowned for its combination of reliability and readability. Fully revised and updated for the first time in 25 years, the NIV is ideal for personal reading, public teaching and group study.This Bible also features: clear, readable 9pt texteasy-to-read layout study material relating to today''s issuesshortcuts to key stories, events and people of the Bible reading plan timeline book by book overview quick links to find inspiration and help from the Bible in different life situations.British Text This edition uses British spelling, punctuation and grammar to allow the Bible to be read more naturally.More about the translationThis revised and updated edition of the NIV includes three main types of change, taking into account changes in the way we use language day to day; advances in biblical scholarship and unders
£190.00
Hachette Children's Group So You Think You Know Enid Blytons Famous Five
Book SynopsisA fantastic quiz book for all fans of Enid Blyton and the ever-popular Famous Five.
£5.99
Hachette Children's Group A Song for Ella Grey
Book SynopsisWinner of the Guardian children''s book prize 2015I''m the one who''s left behind. I''m the one to tell the tale. I knew them both... knew how they lived and how they died. Claire is Ella Grey''s best friend. She''s there when the whirlwind arrives on the scene: catapulted into a North East landscape of gutted shipyards; of high arched bridges and ancient collapsed mines. She witnesses a love so dramatic it is as if her best friend has been captured and taken from her. But the loss of her friend to the arms of Orpheus is nothing compared to the loss she feels when Ella is taken from the world. This is her story - as she bears witness to a love so complete; so sure, that not even death can prove final.Trade ReviewInfused with lyricism and with the fire and oddness of adolescence. Fresh, involving and lucid, it is a song in itself, and teens will find it fills them with poignant longing and joy. * The Daily Telegraph *A desperately romantic and deeply lyrical re-imagining of Orpheus and Eurydice... David Almond at his best. * * * * * * Bookbag *Passages of magic. * Financial Times *Beautifully written... poetic and allusive. * Irish Times *Spell-binding... impossible to resist... breathless, intoxicating prose. [Almond's] books seem to exist in their own otherworldly universe, outside all the trends in modern publishing, yet resolutely of the now. * The Glasgow Herald *Lyrical and dreamlike, this beautifully written story conjures up the insane intensity of first love and the effect it has on those caught up in its slipstream. Authentic teenage characters and attitudes, and Almond's control of emotion is superb. * Daily Mail *Almond's writing is superb. * Irish Daily Mail *A ravishing, ingenious novel told in Almond's own hypnotic northern lilt. * The Scotsman *A retelling of the myth of Orpheus... Almond's version is a revelation: his poetic prose seeps into your blood like word-venom until you can't imagine reading anything else (Children's Book of the Week) * The Times *a strong sense of mystery...lyrical... poetic...moves in a deliberate dreamlike way. A beautiful book that works on several levels A triumph. (Marcus Sedgwick) * The Guardian *A plangent tale of adolescent passion which re-packages the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. Almond injects it with lyrical beauty and life. * Books for Keeps *Intriguing adaptation of the tale of Orpheus, skilfully crafted and blended with modern teen life and a real flavour of Northumberland. Haunting. * Peters eGazette *Almond is an incredibly powerful storyteller. Poetic... dreamlike and lyrical. A devastatingly poignant novel. * Newcastle Chronicle *A desperately romantic and deeply lyrical re-imagining of the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. Full of the hums and thrums of emotions, landscape, music and poetry, it's David Almond at his best. * The Bookbag *Bliddy marvellous, as his Geordie protagonists would say. * The Independent on Sunday *A masterly retelling of the Orpheus myth. Lyrical prose is matched with equally beautiful passages. * Financial Times *Extraordinary. * Metro *Beautiful writing. * The Independent *Almond's lyrical prose fits the story perfectly. * The Mail on Sunday *A revelation. Poetic prose seeps into your blood like word venom until you can't imagine reading anything else. * The Times *Beautiful and bewitching. * Daily Express *The writing is just so magical... A stunning book which I will definitely read again. -- The Best Children's Books of 2014 * The Guardian *David Almond is a dazzling writer...exceptional... a breathtaking novel from a literary master. * Daily Express *A daring reworking of Orpheus amd Eurydice... a sense of transcendence... lush poetic prose. * Sunday Times *Haunting poetic novel. * Irish Times *If somebody asked me to describe A Song for Ella Grey in word, I would have to tell them that I couldn't...it would be impossible to write it off in just a word * The Guardian Online *It's a desperately romantic and deeply lyrical reimagining of the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. Full of the hums and thrums of emotions, landscape, music and poetry, it's David Almond at his best * The Bookbag *A revelation: his poetic prose seeps into your blood like word venom until you can't imagine reading anything else -- Alex O'Connell * The Times *Extraordinary -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Metro *Almond's lyrical prose fits the story perfectly * The Mail on Sunday *Beautiful writing...this is an author always on the side of the young, and as such offers a valuable counterweight to fashionable gloom in other teenage writing -- Nicholas Tucker * The Independent *I thought the author told the story extremely well and I would recommend this book to anyone in their teens. -- Charlie Barraclough (aged 14) * Western Gazette *Skillfully crafted and blended...accessible with engaging main characters and haunting memorable plot. * Peters eGazette *Intensely lyrical and oddly haunting...Almond's prose is a delight, each word so carefully chosen and melded to make a myth of contemporary adolescence * School Librarian *Capturing the intensity of first love and its power to overcome even death, Almond's prose is a delight, each word so carefully chosen and melded to make a myth of comtemporary adolescence...will surprise and enthrall teenage readers in equal measure * Scool Librarian *David Almond is a powerful storyteller and I was completely swept away by his latest poetic prose * Carousel *A challenging but riveting read -- Sophie Innes, Trinity Academy * Teen Titles *It is a challenging but riveting read * Teen Titles *Almond's poetic prose is especially apt for this tale -- one that moves in a deliberate, dreamlike way -- Marcus Sedgewick * The Guardian *This is the most beautifully written, haunting book for young adults that I have ever read * Bristol Magazine *This year I loved A Song for Ella Grey by David Almond ... a powerful, lyrical book that's absorbing and moving and haunting * The guardian.com *[David Almond] is becoming the Gabriel Garcia Marquez of Children's Fiction. -- Janni Howker * TES *This is absolutely beautiful and quite possibly my favourite Almond novel to date. The story of Orpheus and Eurydice is retold against a wild Northumbrian landscape: life, death, love and myths. Just wonderful. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *Almond is an incredibly powerful storyteller; his poetic prose perfectly suits this type of tale, being dream-like and lyrical...a devastatingly poignant novel. -- Jayne Howarth * Manchester Evening News *
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Hachette Children's Group The Queens Handbag
Book SynopsisA hilarious picture book story, featuring the royal family, plus favourite British landmarks.What does the Queen do when a sneaky swan snatches her handbag? Gives chase, of course. By car, motorbike, plane and more! Hold on to your hats (and handbags) for a whirlwind trip around the British Isles.Featuring favourite British landmarks, including Windsor Castle, the Angel of the North and the Giant''s Causeway.This is a book brimming with Britishness and it puts on a jolly good show. The BookbagIf this book doesn''t make you smile and adore the Queen even more, nothing else will. London Mums MagazineSteve Antony is a Waterstones Prize shortlisted author, a Kate Greenaway Medal nominee and the creator of the much-loved Mr Panda books.Collect all four books in The Queen Collection series: (each with a shiny foil cover!)The Queen''s Hat - Winner of the Evening Standard Oscar''s Book PrizeThe Queen''s HTrade ReviewSuperbly illustrated, with a muted palette that suits the story perfectly...Even the endpapers are full of humour' * Parents In Touch *A certain future classic, and without a doubt my absolute new favourite picture book. * LiteraryLoves *Not to be missed! * Storytime Magazine *The joy of this books is in the detail... each stylish spread contains lots to look and laugh at. Beautifully depicts our traditions and our relationship with the Royal Family... brilliant. * Rhino Reads *I loved the first book, and this follow up is just as good...One for the permanent collection, this is a book brimming with Britishness and it puts on a jolly good show. * The Bookbag *I absolutely adored this book... perfectly executed with style and grace... captures London perfectly. This is a story for all generations and a brilliant, British book to boot. It's almost beyond words... every British household needs a copy, whether or not you're George's, William's or Charles's generation. * * * * * * Bookbag *Funny tale, which takes you all around the UK on a wild swan chase after the Queen's handbag. Why has there not been a picture book about the Queen's handbag before? * Angels & Urchins *An awesome adventure. A wonderful romp of a read that's a great introduction to London, royalty and all that makes Britain great. * The Sun *Needless to say that the illustrations are beautiful and clearly effective ... if this book doesn't make you smile and adore the Queen even more, nothing else will. * London Mums Magazine *Hilarious... chuckles aplenty with every turn of the page... wonderful illustrations... if this debut is anything to go by, Steve Antony's creative talent is one to follow with interest. * * * * * Books for Keeps *A majestic read * Evening Echo (Cork) *A sneaky swan has stolen the Queen's handbag? Follow her on an hilarious journey in various modes of transport around the UK ... A great conversation starter! * South Wales Evening Post *Steve Antony's evocative illustrations are full of humour... This is a confident and accomplished follow-up to The Queen's Hat * The Scotsman *Celebrating her Majesty's 90th birthday, Steve Antony's playful story follows the drama that unfolds when a swan pinches the royal bag * Smallish Magazine *Humorous sequel * Surrey Advertiser *The real delight lies in spotting the jokes hidden in the scenes of ever-increasing pandemonium * Evening Standard *Wonderfully busy and humorous * School Librarian *
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