Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books
Penguin Random House Children's UK There Was a Roman in Your Garden
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£8.54
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Forest
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£17.00
Dorling Kindersley Ltd ESA Blast Off The Big Book of Spacecraft
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£13.49
Penguin Random House Children's UK A Poo on a Pogo Stick
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£7.59
Pearson Education Limited Heinemann Explore Science 2nd International
Book Synopsispart of the Heinemann Explore Science New International Edition - a comprehensive, easy-to-use, six-level science programme, designed specially for teachers and students at International schools studying the Cambridge International Examinations Primary Science Curriculum Framework.
£8.36
Penguin Random House Children's UK Itch
Book Synopsis''A great debut. You''ll be itching to read more.'' Anthony HorowitzMeet Itch - an accidental, accident-prone hero. Science is his weapon. Elements are his gadgets. All-action adventure perfect for fans of Alex Rider and Young Bond.Itchingham Lofte - known as Itch - is fourteen, and loves science, especially chemistry. He''s also an element-hunter: he''s collecting all the elements in the periodic table. Which has some interesting and rather destructive results in his bedroom.Then, Itch makes a discovery. A new element, never seen before. At first no one believes him - but soon someone hears about the strange new rock and wants it for himself. And Itch and his family are catapulted into a breathless adventure with terrifyingly high stakes . . .The debut novel from BBC radio presenter Simon Mayo.Trade ReviewA great debut. You'll be itching to read more -- Anthony HorowitzItchingham, a science-mad boy, is trying to collect examples of all the elements. He gets hold of a peculiar rock from a shadowy contact but some sinister heavies are also keen to get hold of it (and him) and he goes on the run in this gripping read * Financial Times Books of the Year *An exciting and nail-biting thriller * Booktrust *Amid the teenage intrigue and heart-in-mouth escapades there are sequin flashes of real science: reminders that physical chemistry really does make things happen -- Tim Radford * Guardian *A cracking thriller which had me seriously worried our hero might not survive the story . . . A fantastic read for 13- to 16-year-olds, I've also got some staff who would enjoy this for a bit of 'R and R' -- Rachel Ayres Nelson * The School Librarian *
£7.59
Scholastic Glitter Boy
Book SynopsisEleven-year-old James loves dancing, poetry, and Mariah Carey. Buthe's being bullied by a boy at school, and as the secrets buildup, James begins to lose his spark. Can he find the strength tolet the truths out?
£7.59
Schofield & Sims Ltd Peters World Map
Book SynopsisThis accurate, colour-coded map shows all areas according to their actual size, with the North-South lines running vertically and the East-West lines running parallel.
£16.20
Cambridge University Press Cambridge International AS Level English General Paper Coursebook with Digital Access 2 Years
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£40.80
Arcturus Publishing My Kind Book
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£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers If the World Were 100 People
Book SynopsisWINNER of The Royal Society Young People's Book Prize 2022.WINNER of the ALCS Educational Writers' Award 2023.A terrific find for social studies teachers seeking to promote inquiry and active citizenship. Picked by School Library Journal for the Best Nonfiction books of 2021.There are more than 8 billion humans living on Earth, but it''s tricky to picture so many people! So instead, let''s imagine the whole planet is a village where 100 people live each person representing around 80 million people in the real worldSo what does our global village of 100 people look like? Are they all grown-ups? Are there more males or females? How many have black hair or blue eyes? What languages do they speak? Who can read and write? How many have access to the internet or have enough food to eat? Does everyone have access to electricity or clean water?This thought-provoking book answers all of these questions and much, much more! Big ideas are broken into bitesize chunks through clever illustration aTrade Review“This book enlightened me about what is going on in the world today.” – Perth Academy, Scotland “This book highlights issues many people have on the planet and reveals what we have in common.” – Tynecastle High School, Scotland “The power of this book lies in its simple yet relatable numbers and powerful imagery, which conveys how much we all have in common but also how many people still do not have things many of us may take for granted, from clean water to the internet. I hope the data and ideas in this book will help the younger generation think about how we can work together to tackle these issues, and what the world’s ‘global village’ may look like in the future.” – Professor Alan Wilson, Fellow of the Royal Society and Chair panellist “I was blown away by the way the facts were presented. I love the illustrations in this book, and how they bought the story to life. You can see a glimpse into everyone around the world, and how we all come in different shapes, sizes, colours and abilities.” – Nathan Bryon, panellist on the Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize 2022 and award-winning author “This visually engaging nonfiction picture book begins with a simple conceit: “It’s tricky to picture 8,000,000,000 people, so instead, let’s imagine the whole planet is a village where 100 people live.” The upfront prose gently advocates for change where needed: “Every year, about a third of all the food produced in the world goes to waste. That is more than enough to feed the 11 people who are hungry.” Bright, eye-catching art by Cushley features an inclusive cast and additional annotated facts. An informative, appealing primer on societal data.” US Publishers Weekly
£7.59
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC RSPB First Book Of The Seashore
Book SynopsisLearn all about identifying nature at the seaside with this beautifully illustrated spotter''s guide. With 35 seashore creatures and plants to learn about, the RSPB First Book of the Seashore is perfect for budding wildlife explorers and naturalists. Through beautiful full-page illustration accompanied by key information about each creature or plant, this book is designed to encourage young children''s interest in the outside world and the wildlife around them.Includes a spotter''s chart for children to fill in, key facts about each minibeast and accurate illustrations to make spotting nature at the seaside easy.Part of a series of collectible spotter''s guides published in partnership with the RSPB, the largest wildlife conservation charity in Europe.
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group Moles Star
Book SynopsisA magical, star-filled picture book about learning to share the wonders of our world.Every evening, Mole comes out of his burrow to watch the twinkling stars in the sky above. How he wishes he could have them for his very own! Then one night he sees a shooting star, and suddenly his wish comes true. There''s just one problem: now that Mole''s burrow is full of beautiful, shining stars, none of the other animals can enjoy them . . .Written and illustrated by the award-winning Britta Teckentrup, this beautiful picture book will spark conversations about sharing, friendship and using the resources of our world responsibly.Look out for more books from Britta Teckentrup:Little Mouse and the Red Wall The Memory TreeMy Hand in Your HandNever Take a Bear to School
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group The Wobblysaurus
Book SynopsisA funny and reassuring tale about perseverance and resilience, by Rachel Bright and Chris Chatterton, creators of The Worrysaurus.When Wobblysaurus gets her very first bicycle, she can''t wait to go and ride with all her friends. But every time Wobblysaurus sets off her new wheels, she wibbles... wobbles... and falls!This little dinosaur is just about ready to give up, but then a word from a wise Grannysaurus reminds her that when you really want something, it''s always worth trying again.An empowering story with a reassuring reminder that everyone starts off wobbly when trying something new. From the author of the bestselling The Lion Inside.Check out the other books in the DinoFeelings series:The WorrysaurusThe HugasaurusThe Stompysaurus
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group The Magic Pet Shop Starpuff
Book SynopsisPrincess Sara is scared of EVERYTHING: storms, the dark and especially the Twinkleton Dragon. She''s hoping her new pet Starpuff can protect her!But when cuddly, cute Starpuff turns out to be more afraid of everything than Sara is, Sara realises it''s going to take a lot of work to train her to become brave and fearless. But how can Sara show Starpuff what courage looks like when she''s scared of everything too?A magical picture book about overcoming your fears and joining in the fun, filled with friendship and adventure! From the creators of Pugicorn and Kitticorn. *WITH A SPECIAL SPARKLY COVER*Discover other books in the Magic Pet Shop series:PugicornPugicorn and the Christmas WishStarwhalLa-La-LlamaPandarinaKitticorn
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group Crowded Planet
Book SynopsisA powerful look at Earth''s population crisis, written by award-winning children''s author Anna ClaybourneThere are over 8 billion human beings living on Earth. That''s a LOT of people! And the world''s population is still growing, which leads to a big question ... are there too many of us? The human population has been rising since ancient times, but it has zoomed up especially fast over the last 100 years or so. While humans have been on Earth, we''ve made huge changes to the planet. We''ve built cities and roads and taken over wild areas, affecting the other living things we share our world with. We''ve polluted our skies, land and seas and are fast using up Earth''s precious natural resources. How can we lessen our impact on Earth, before it''s too late?ContentsA world full of people/The rise of humans/Population explosion/CASE STUDY: Crowded Tokyo/Taking over the world/Food and water/Population and health/Harming wildlife/CASE STUDY: Palm oil
£9.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd Unicorn Snap
Book SynopsisThere are lots of magical unicorns to match in this entertaining card game for young children. There are 52 snap cards (13 matching sets of 4), with labelled pictures of different unicorns. The game can be played with fewer cards to make it easier for younger players to join in.
£8.11
Usborne Publishing Ltd Sticker Dolly Dressing Ballerinas
Book SynopsisLeonie Pratt (Author) Non Pratt started her career writing non-fiction activity books at Usborne, before becoming an editor of children's fiction, and a writer of books for teen-minded humans. She encourages you to listen to more pop punk music, please.
£7.59
Workman Publishing Strong Is the New Pretty: A Guided Journal for
Book SynopsisInspired by Kate T. Parker’s internationally bestselling Strong Is the New Pretty, which Drew Barrymore called “the first thing in a while to kind of knock me off my feet,” this guided journal invites girls ages 8 to 12 to discover and celebrate their independent, wild, silly, powerful selves. Illustrated with favorite photographs from the book Strong Is the New Pretty (as well as more than 20 brand-new images), each page features an inspiring, interactive prompt that encourages writing, doodling, and creative self-expression: Draw a picture of yourself as a superhero—what is your superpower? Invent a new language, and write down some translations here. What makes you unique? List three things about you that make you different. As girls make their way through the journal, it becomes a source of motivation to be their most powerful selves. It’s a personal keepsake to revisit again and again.
£9.99
Hachette Children's Group Dangerous Creatures Sharks and Other Sea Creatures
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£12.34
Hachette Children's Group Its Tough to Be A T. Rex and Other Dinosaurs
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£13.29
Hachette Children's Group Every Child A Song
Book SynopsisWhen you were born, a song began...So begins this lyrical and unique non-fiction picture book by award-winning children's author Nicola Davies. With tenderness and a good deal of heart, Nicola introduces young readers to the universal rights that every child is entitled to under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. Using the metaphor of song, the book opens with the arrival of a newborn and its unique 'song', then pans out to explore all the essential things that every song needs to thrive - love, protection, a home, a name, the chance to explore and learn. In the latter half of the book, the issues of child labour, exploitation and war are sensitively introduced to emphasise that we all must play our part in championing children's rights and offering support to those who need it most. With beautiful and deeply moving watercolour illustrations by award-winning artist Marc Martin, this is a book that encourages children, and the adults in their lives, to speak up for young people all around the world, and to treat one another with compassion and kindness.Trade ReviewInternational look at children's rights, exploring global issues faced by children, encouraging compassion and empathy * Pen & Inc *
£7.99
Hachette Children's Group A World For Me and You: Where Everyone is Welcome
Book SynopsisIn this uplifting picture book, you imagine a world where everyone looks identical, where all food tastes the same, where we all speak the same language. A world that is...well, pretty boring. But with an explosion of colour, the pages soon come to life. This joyful picture book encourages children to imagine the world as a vast library, with room on the shelves for everybody's story. It is a celebration of our incredibly diverse world as it really is: home to 195 countries with thousands of different cultures, 10 million colours and 4,300 religions.Written by Uju Asika, author of Bringing up Race, this beautiful picture book celebrates the beauty and joy of living in a wonderfully diverse world.
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group Hope on the Horizon: A children's handbook on
Book SynopsisNo one is too small to make a change.Growing up, there is so much out of our control and to feel frustrated about. But in this inspiring and practical handbook, bestselling children's author and Human Rights campaigner, Onjali Raúf, shares her top ten ways for finding hope, creating change and making a difference. With the help of her favourite fictional characters and some of the most inspiring people she has ever met, Onjali invites readers to dive in and discover everything there is to know about kindness, empathy, friendship and fighting for the things that matter. (Plus, cool stuff like X-ray vision and detecting negative forces. Yes!)Because with a bit of compassion, a big dollop of hope and even the smallest act of kindness, magical things can happen. Hope is on the horizon; here's how children everywhere can find it.Parental guidance recommended: issues related to discrimination, injustice and prejudice are included.Trade ReviewThis inspiring guide to empathy, kindness and creating a better world from the author of The Boy At The Back Of The Class offers advice, food for thought and stories of people who are making a difference, including Greta Thunberg and Malala Yousafzai. -- Charlotte Heathcote * Daily Mirror *
£9.49
Pan Macmillan Black and British: An Illustrated History
Book SynopsisThis beautiful hardback gift book is a stunning visual journey through Black British history for younger readers by award-winning historian and broadcaster David Olusoga and illustrated by Jake Alexander and Melleny Taylor. The essential starting place for anyone who wants to learn about Black British History. David Olusoga’s thought provoking text charts the forgotten histories of Black people in Britain from Roman times right through to the present day.From Roman Africans guarding Hadrian’s Wall, to an African trumpeter in the court of Henry the Eighth, Black Georgians fighting for the abolition of slavery, Black soldiers fighting for Britain in the First World War, Windrush and right up today. These are the stories that brought us all together in this country.When did Africans first come to Britain?Who are the well-dressed black children in Georgian paintings?Why did the American Civil War disrupt the Industrial Revolution?These and many other questions are answered in this essential introduction to 1800 years of the Black British history.This children's edition of the bestseller Black and British: A Forgotten History is beautifully illustrated in full-colour with maps, portrait galleries, timelines, photos and portraits.Trade ReviewOlusoga’s celebrated title is now available in a beautiful and absorbing illustrated format that invites readers from seven and up to pore over its pages. Maps and portrait galleries effortlessly convey how Black and British history have been woven together since the Roman invasion. * The Guardian *it truly sings in picture book form with the history made even more vivid via a trove of old paintings, maps and photographs combined with bold artwork by Melleny Taylor and Jake Alexander. -- Imogen Carter * Observer *
£15.29
Five Mile The Aquarium: a Lift the Fact Book
Book SynopsisCome inside the Aquarium to discover the wonderful exhibits and find the clever stories of visitors and folk who work there too! Explore more than 50 flaps to find out about some of the most spectacular marine creatures and a variety of underwater environments including tropical and cold tanks, sharks and dolphins, the polar world, and sea mammals. The experiences and artwork in this book are inspired by real life exhibits at some of the world's great Aquariums.
£11.21
Second Story Press Vee in Between
Book SynopsisVee?s favorite bedtime story is the night she met her parents. When Vee was nine months old, they flew to China to bring her home. But when she struggles to keep up in Chinese dance class and a woman at the grocery store makes Vee feel like she doesn?t belong, her white parents don?t always understand. Vee wants to embrace every part of herself, but it?s hard when it feels like she has to choose. With help from another adoptee, can Vee find a way to celebrate being in between?
£11.69
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd 10-Minute Brain Games for Clever Kids®
Book SynopsisContains 90 brilliant, ten-minute puzzles, to help train your brain. The wide variety of timed puzzles and exercises will keep you guessing and give your brain a real workout. Including memory tests with words; shapes and numbers; simple calculations; word squares and jumbled sentences; verbal-reasoning exercises and Sudoku and Kakuro problems. The puzzles will test language, memory, attention and reasoning. By completing just one puzzle a day you can become a super puzzle master.Created by best-selling puzzle book author Dr Gareth Moore, author of the chart-topping success Brain Games for Clever Kids®.Other books in the series:9781780552491 Brain Games for Clever Kids®9781780553078 Wordsearches for Clever Kids®9781780553146 Quiz Book for Clever Kids® 9781780553085 Crosswords for Clever Kids®9781780554723 Brain Gaming for Clever Kids®9781780555409 Maths Games for Clever Kids®9781780555621 Times Tables Games for Clever Kids®9781780554730 Word Games for Clever Kids®9781780555638 Travel Puzzles for Clever Kids®Clever Kids is a trade mark of Michael O'Mara Books Limited.
£5.99
Priddy Books Night Night Farm
Book SynopsisShaped, die-cut, picture-changing pages add a subtly interactive element to this peaceful, rhyming bedtime book from Priddy Books. Say "Night, night" and turn the page to watch the animals transform from being awake to asleep.It’s nighttime down on the farm. The animals are in the barn and it’s time to say a soft and cosy, "Night, night." Say goodnight to the horse, the dog, and all their farm friends, as you turn the shaped pages and watch as the animals go to sleep, one by one. The gentle rhymes and sleepy tone make Night Night Farm perfect for settling your little one into bed and ending with your own, quiet, "Night, night."With irresistibly sweet illustrations and a magical sky of glow-in-the-dark stars, Night Night Farm is the perfect way to end the day.
£7.59
Miles Kelly Publishing Ltd Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Life Curious Questions &
Book SynopsisDinosaurs & Prehistoric Life (Curious Questions and Answers) is a brilliantly bonkers book that takes a sideways look at all that is wild, wonderful and downright weird about the prehistoric world for kids aged 5+
£15.29
Bonnier Books Ltd Disneyland Parks: Sticker and Activity Book
Book SynopsisGo on a magical adventure through the world's greatest adventure park in this fantastic sticker and activity book
£11.69
Usborne Publishing Thats not my... Zoo
Book SynopsisDiscover the fun of the zoo in this sound-book addition to the bestselling That's not my... series. Turn the pages to explore the zoo and meet a monkey, an elephant, a tiger and a parrot in this larger format touchy-feely book. Press the sound button on the final page to hear all these animals in the noisy zoo!With bright, bold illustrations and soft tactile patches on each page, babies and toddlers love That's not my... books. That's not my... books are designed to be shared, and support sensory and language development. Don't forget to spot the little white mouse on every page!
£11.69
Usborne Publishing Ltd The Myth Monsters
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£6.99
Little Tiger Press Group Our Earth is a Poem
Book SynopsisThis is a book of poetry for everyone. Inside is a treasure trove of writing celebrating the natural world. Read the poems aloud or curl up with them in a quiet corner. Begin your journey into a lifelong love of poetry. This beautifully illustrated collection features powerful poems written by a wide range of contemporary voices. They share their unique perspectives on the topic of nature, from a dreaming forest and bouquets of buried stars to rivers that dance with rocks and the brushed lava fur of the mountain gorilla. Showcasing original poems alongside existing works, this is a book to share and treasure forever. Featuring brilliant poetry by: Margarita Engle Diana Hendry Grace Nichols Robert Macfarlane Ruth Awolola Naomi Shihab Nye Zaro Weil Rachel Plummer Joyce Sidman Carol Ann Duffy Jack Prelutsky Mary Anne Hoberman Nikki Giovanni Jan Dean Rebecca Perry Tom Denbigh And awe-inspiring artwork from: Annalise Barber Mariana Roldan Masha Manapov Nabila Adani Trade ReviewThese twenty terrific poems sing of the natural world with such beauty and poise. Meditative, playful and richly imaginative, this splendid book guides us through forests, across oceans and back in time. Our Earth is a Poem is a gentle summons for each of us to listen anew to what the world around us might have to say. -- Kate Wakeling
£11.69
Little Tiger Press Group My Thoughts and Me
Book SynopsisWe all have difficult thoughts sometimes, but we don't have to believe them. Discover a variety of helpful and age-appropriate strategies for managing troubling thoughts and negative self-talk in this uplifting follow-up to The Best You. A comforting and inclusive exploration of an important issue for young readers.
£7.59
Omnibus Press Recorder from the Beginning Bk. 1 Pupils Book
Book SynopsisUpdated editions to the series. They have been completely redesigned in colour.
£8.92
Cheriton Children's Books Having an Alcohol Addiction: Stories from
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£9.89
Priddy Books Dragons
Book SynopsisAn illustrated guide to the history and mythology of dragons from medieval historian Dr Cait Stevenson
£11.69
School of Life Big Ideas from Science
Book SynopsisAn entertaining introduction to the history of science, and the impact scientific discoveries have had on the world today.
£17.00
Five Mile Powerful Princesses
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£16.46
Second Story Press Every Day Is Malala Day
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£10.79
Second Story Press The Way to School
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£10.79
Tuttle Publishing Unbelievably Cute Origami
£14.39
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Box in the Woods
Book SynopsisAfter solving the case of Truly Devious, Stevie Bell investigates her first mystery outside of Ellingham Academy in this spine-chilling and hilarious stand-alone mystery from New York Times bestselling author Maureen Johnson, now available in paperback.Amateur sleuth Stevie Bell needs a good murder.Trade Review"Johnson’s hallmark charming humor and lovable characters provide a robust foundation for another cracking mystery, this time ingeniously working with summer camp and locked room mystery tropes. Stevie’s relationship with her lifelong anxiety is particularly well portrayed. A fantastic stand-alone mystery companion revisits a much-loved sleuth." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "While fans of Johnson's Truly Devious trilogy (and there are many) will undoubtedly be eager for this spinoff, Stevie's summertime exploit both stands alone and adds compelling layers to the established characters—an impressive feat. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: Johnson builds on the success of her NYT-bestselling Truly Devious series with this standalone spinoff that blends mystery and horror conventions in a summer-camp setting—perfectly timed for summertime campfires." — Booklist (starred review) "Johnson gleefully takes a stab at the slasher movie trope by sending her teen detective on a cold case at a summer camp. This satisfying standalone mystery will delight fans of teen horror flicks and true-crime documentaries, as well as those who prefer their mysteries wrapped up after one volume. Here’s hoping this highly entertaining volume isn’t the last we hear from Stevie Bell." — Horn Book Magazine “The Box in the Woods is a gripping and complex mystery bolstered by its commentary on the popular fascination with true crime—and its empathetic reminder to consider the perspectives of those whom such crimes leave behind.” — BookPage "Sardonic sleuth Stevie Bell returns in this engaging stand-alone sleepaway camp thriller, a follow-up to Johnson’s Truly Devious trilogy. Johnson’s kinetic descriptions join towering cliffhangers as chapters switch between 1978 and the present day, and Stevie’s search turns deadly. Johnson includes a winning crew of returning characters . . . the friend group sustains entertaining rapport as Stevie navigates personal and public histories." — Publishers Weekly "It’s always a pleasure to watch smart, resourceful Stevie piece together a puzzle. Mystery fans will relish this standalone novel in the 'Truly Devious' universe." — School Library Journal “The Box in the Woods is an utterly addictive read that adds a wonderful new dimension to the world of Truly Devious and yet another fiendish twist in Stevie’s story." — The Nerd Daily "The Box in the Woods is an excellent, cleverly braided, no punches pulled story leavened with humor. It’s worth reading for the great rapport between the fully-fleshed characters of Stevie, queer black crafts-mad Janelle, and the sardonic uber-nerd Nate alone. A great summer read!” — AuthorLink "If the beginning of the storyline reads like a Scooby Doo script it’s done in honest homage, and is just as much fun, if admittedly darker and more complex than anything Shaggy and team would have tackled. That there’s also a deep emotional current running through the book as Bell’s finely developed sense of empathy for the friends of the dead is revealed sets the story apart. A challenging and satisfying mystery, this is one you’ll be shaking the sand out of come September." — Mountain Times Praise for TRULY DEVIOUS: “Be still, my Agatha-Christie-loving beating heart.” — Bustle “Jumping between past and present, Johnson’s novel is deliciously atmospheric, with a sprawling cast of complex suspects/potential victims, surprising twists, and a dash of romance. As in her Shades of London books, Johnson remains a master at combining jittery tension with sharp, laugh-out-loud observations.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Remember the first time reading Harry Potter and knowing it was something special? There’s that same sense of magic in the introduction of teen Sherlock-in-training Stevie Bell. Parallel mysteries unfold with cleverly written dialogue, page-turning brilliance and a young sleuth just as captivating as Hercule Poirot.” — USA Today (four stars) “The Agatha Christie-like ecosystem pairs with lacerating contemporary wit, and alternating past and present scenes makes for a multilayered, modern detective story.” — New York Times Book Review “A suspenseful, attention-grabbing mystery with no clear solution. The versatile Johnson is no stranger to suspense, and this twisty thriller will leave plenty of readers anxious for more.” — Booklist Praise for THE VANISHING STAIR: “In this second . . . installment, Johnson gives and she takes away: a few major mysteries are satisfying solved, but other long-standing riddles remain tantalizingly indecipherable, and several new ones come into play by the enigmatic end. Readers, hang tight: there’s one more round to come, and if the signs are right, it’ll be to die for.” — Booklist "Ramps up the intrigue. Throughout this volume, Johnson's compelling would-be Sherlock proves to be as bad at personal relationships as she is adept at solving mysteries. Teen angst soars as Johnson delightfully conjures up more nefarious deeds from the mountain mist." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Take it from the world’s most impatient reader: If the Truly Devious series is basically one long mystery book, The Vanishing Stair is a middle part so enjoyable you won’t even want to skip to the end.” — Entertainment Weekly “In this second installment of her marvelous Truly Devious series, Maureen Johnson offers thrilling suspense, sly wit, a memorable cast of characters and more pieces of her deliciously intricate puzzle.” — Buffalo News “Waiting for the next installment of Maureen Johnson’s Agatha Christie-Sherlock Holmes-classic mystery homage series was torture, but The Vanishing Stair is oh so worth it.” — Bustle Praise for THE HAND ON THE WALL: "The final, riveting chapter of the Truly Devious murder series. Throughout this intricately woven, fast-paced whodunit, Johnson demonstrates how proximity to wealth and power can mold and bend one's behavior, whether with good or—here largely—devious intent. The brainy secondary characters' quirky talents and interests complement Stevie's sleuthing skills; . . . they include diversity in socioeconomic background, mental health challenges, physical disability, and sexual orientation. A richly satisfying, Poirot-like ending for Johnson's inspired and inspiring teen sleuth." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "In this hotly anticipated trilogy finale, Johnson pulls out all the stops, filling the thrillingly nimble narrative with classic mystery conventions. A striking foray into an examination of what mysteries can ever truly be solved, and a satisfying send-off for a series that will be missed." — Booklist “Maureen Johnson brings her delectable ‘Truly Devious’ murder mystery trilogy to a thrilling conclusion, neatly tying together her dueling narrative threads, one set in 1936 and the other in the present day, with an action-packed finale during a blizzard at Ellingham Academy in the mountains of Vermont.” — Buffalo News "This will be essential reading for the many fans of the first two books. This trilogy ender is fun, satisfying, and a genuine treat for teens and adult mystery fans." — School Library Journal “Readers will be eager to know the novel’s conclusion but will never want the book to end. Replete with intrigue, thoughtfulness, and depth, The Hand on the Wall is a mystery of the moment and for the ages.” — San Francisco Book Review "This inclusive, inventive, and vastly entertaining series has been a boon to YA literature. As a layered, complex character who solves crime while also battling anxiety, Stevie Bell reads like the redoubtable love child of Jessica Fletcher and Adrian Monk. There will hopefully be more Stevie Bell mysteries to come." — Horn Book Magazine
£8.54
Templar Publishing Botanicum
Book SynopsisThe 2016 offering from Big Picture Press's Welcome to the Museum series, Botanicum is a stunningly curated guide to plant life. With artwork from Katie Scott of Animalium fame, Botanicum gives readers the experience of a fascinating exhibition from the pages of a beautiful book. From perennials to bulbs to tropical exotica, Botanicum is a wonderful feast of botanical knowledge complete with superb cross sections of how plants work.Trade ReviewThis beautifully illustrated book is a comprehensive, curated guide to plant life... it's a feast of botanical knowledge. * BBC Gardener's World *...Stunningly illustrated guide to plant life. The perfect gift for anyone from three to ninety-three. * Huffington Post *...a big, beautiful artifact. Gloriously hand-illustrated in the manner of classic Victorian natural history, it offers levels of information suitable for intelligent, inquisitive young minds and begs to be pored over endlessly. * Financial Times *A beautiful and tremendously well written guide to plant life, from algae to the Amazon waterlily... This is a volume to treasure. * The English Garden *This is a splendid exploration of the world of plants by Kathy Willis, from the primitive to the prettiest. The botanical pictures by Katie Scott are lovely. * Evening Standard *A feast of botanical drawing and description. * Metro *
£21.25
Simon & Schuster Ltd The Words We Keep
Book SynopsisA beautifully realistic, relatable story about mental health and the healing powers of friendship and art, perfect for fans of Kathleen Glasgow's Girl in Pieces and Jennifer Niven’s All the Bright Places. 'Gorgeous and deeply touching.' – Kathleen Glasgow, New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces and You'd Be Home Now 'Wild, beautiful, and free. The Words We Keep is a poetic page turner. A raw, relatable story of mental illness, romance, and the power of love.' – Jennifer Niven, New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places It’s been two months since the Night on the Bathroom Floor – when Lily found her sister, Alice, hurting herself. Now Alice is coming home after treatment and it’s getting harder for Lily to outrun the compulsive thoughts she's having. Meeting Micah, a guy with a tro
£9.49
Scholastic US Moon Rising Wings of Fire Graphic Novel 6
Book SynopsisThe graphic novel adaptations of the #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series continue to set the world on fire!Peace has come to Pyrrhia... for now.The war between the tribes is finally over, and now the dragonets of the prophecy have a plan for lasting peace: Jade Mountain Academy, a school that will gather dragonets from all the tribes and teach them to live together, perhaps even as friends.Moonwatcher isn''t sure how she feels about school, however. Hidden in the rainforest for most of her life, the young NightWing has an awful secret. She can read minds, and even see the future. Living in a cave with dozens of other dragons is noisy, exhaustingand dangerous.In just a few days, Moon finds herself overwhelmed by her secret powers and bombarded by strange thoughts, including those of a mysterious dragon who might be a terrible enemy. And when someone starts attacking dragons within the academy, Moon has a choice to
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Michael O'Mara Books Ltd LEGO® Star Wars™: Where’s Yoda? A Search and Find
Book SynopsisThe galaxy can be a busy place! So busy, in fact, that sometimes even a powerful Jedi Master like Yoda can be hard to find. Help C-3PO search for Master Yoda and a whole host of other LEGO® Star Wars™ characters in this truly cosmic search-and-find book.Among the packed scenes are podracers on Tatooine, a gripping escape from the Death Star and a snowy battle on the planet of Hoth. Search for Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia, Chewbacca, Finn, Rey and loads of other heroes and villains.When you’ve found everyone, there are even spot-the-difference puzzles to get stuck into!LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2023 The LEGO Group.© & TM Lucasfilm Ltd.
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