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Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson is the author of some of the world's best-loved children's books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, which together have sold over 27.5 million copies worldwide, and the hugely successful What the Ladybird Heard adventures. Julia also writes fiction, including the Princess Mirror-Belle books illustrated by Lydia Monks, as well as poems, plays and songs and her brilliant live shows are always in demand. She was Children's Laureate 201113 and has been honoured with a CBE for Services to Literature. Julia divides her time between West Sussex and Edinburgh.Lydia Monks is one of the most original and bestselling picture book artists working today. Lydia illustrates several bestselling series including the What the Ladybird Heard adventures and Princess Mirror-Belle, written by Julia Donaldson. Her distinctive use of colour and collage has won her critical acclaim and several awards, including the Royal Mai

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Book SynopsisMeet pop''s newest superstars! This official guide to XOMG Pop has all the stats and facts kids want to know about the musical sensation.Discover the true story behind XOMG Pop -- the rising stars and teen music sensations -- in this full-color photographic memoir!Learn everything there is to know about Brooklynn, Dallas, Tinie T., and Penelope! Find out how these four future superstars decided to follow their singing and dancing dreams. With exclusive content and full-color photos on every page, this biographic scrapbook is a must-have for XOMG Pop fans everywhere!

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Book SynopsisJoin Oliver the lion and Ranger Ally in the African Bush for a heartwarming tale of friendship and acceptance. Discover how being different can be a gift and can make the world a brighter place. A story of courage, kindness, and finding joy in who you are.

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Book SynopsisMummy! shrieked Little Owl. Look! The leaves are all falling!As Little Owl's mummy reassures him that his tree isn''t about to fall down, he learns all about why trees are the perfect homes for animals. Great for fans of Owl Babies, The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark and Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?Debut illustrator Izzy Burton breathes a welcome burst of originality into the picture book market. Toddlers and pre-schoolers will be delighted by her little owls and they'll love Teresa Heapy's reassuring text.

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Book SynopsisPrepare for take-off as Maisy goes on a passenger plane for the very first time!A story of flying for the first time from the multi-award-winning Lucy Cousins. Maisy is off on a journey to see her friend Ella, but Ella lives such a long way away that Maisy must go by plane, and what an exciting trip it is! As she makes her way through security and steps on board, Maisy peeks in at the captain: what a lot of lights and buttons it takes to make a plane go! Maisy soon makes friends with Mr Percy and Betsy; and after drinks, magazines and a tricky toilet stop, the journey is over in no time! The perfect buy before going on holiday, this will prepare little ones who have never flown before. It''s more fun with Maisy! Visit her amazing website www.maisyfun.com for activities, newsletters, games and more.

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Book SynopsisCount along with the Ten Little Superheroes in this action-packed, counting rhyme adventure! In a sturdy board book, perfect for little hands to hold.Ten Little Superheroes are on a mission to save the city ... But do they have the super-powers to defeat evil villain Monstro and his dastardly League of Bad Guys?Part traditional counting rhyme, part fun-filled story, Ten Little Superheroes is perfect for sharing together. Read the bouncy rhyming story.Count from ten to one and back again, as the Little Superheroes disappear then reappear. Spot and count the details on each page. And join in with all the great sound-words!The Ten Little series has sold over a million copies worldwide, and Ten Little Bookworms is a 2019 World Book Day pick.

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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 StompysaurusThe Chattysaurus

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Book SynopsisBest friends Bumble and Snug are Bugbops - little monsters filled with BIG feelings! Join them and a VERY excited unicorn, in this new, full-colour graphic novel, as they go on a thrilling, funny adventure and learn about the world outside and inside.Bumble and Snug are in the magical unicorn forest when they get into a spot of trouble. Luckily, they are rescued by a unicorn and together they have the great idea to become superheroes.Introducing the super buddies! From a runaway ice-cream van to a lost teddy bear, Bumble, Snug and Sparklehoof the unicorn save the day. But not everybody is happy when Sparklehoof gets too excited with his magic.Bumble and Snug have to come up with a super action plan to stop Sparklehoof. And with a giant kitten on the loose and a jelly city, they will have to work FAST!Bumble and Snug and the Excited Unicorn is a story about being too excited and how to listen, friendship and magic, and three new SU

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Book SynopsisTake an incredible trip across space and time to discover just how special YOU are.In this whole wide world of people and animals, and plants and flowers, and oceans and lakes, and so, so many things, there is only one YOU.A heartfelt picture book about celebrating individuality.

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Book SynopsisHigh up in the branches of the Faraway Tree . . . lives Moonface - hello, Moonface!Moonface is feeling hungry and wants to have a picnic with all of his forest friends! Can you lift the flaps to help him find some tasty treats and pack his basket in time for lunch? A charming lift-the-flap picnic tale inspired by Enid Blyton''s Magic Faraway Tree Tales.More in the series: Goodnight, Fairy

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Book SynopsisAn irresistible series about chosen family, high stakes thievery, and what it really means to do good. Perfect for fans of M.G. Leonard and Anthony Horowitz.

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Book SynopsisKari Lavelle is the author of the hilarious BUTT OR FACE? series, WE MOVE THE WORLD (HarperCollins 2021) and AN ODE TO GRAPEFRUIT, a picture book biography of James Earl Jones (Knopf 2024). She is a member of SCBWI and 12x12 and enjoys taking classes at the Writing Barn. Kari lives in Austin, Texas with her family.

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Book SynopsisMeet Izzy the Inventor in a laugh-out-loud series that brings together science, magic and a very lovable unicorn. Packed full of illustrations and easy-to-read text, this series is perfect for beginner readers and fans of Isadora Moon and The Naughtiest Unicorn. Izzy the Inventor is back in Fairytale Land and this time she must rescue a prince from a wicked fairy's curse. If she fails, he'll vanish! With the help of Henry the unicorn, Izzy needs to work out how to make it snow in summer, create an exploding volcano and a contraption to help Henry fly. But can Izzy's science skills stand up to an enormous dragon?Every book contains ideas for science experiments and a QR code with links for more to try at home. Collect all the books in the series!Izzy the Inventor and the Curse of DoomIzzy the Inventor and the Time Travelling GnomeIzzy the Inventor and the Teeny-Tiny Ogres

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Book SynopsisFilippa Widlund is a Swedish illustrator who has created over 50 picture books for children. She illustrates children's books from her house on a hill overlooking a lake in a small town just outside Stockholm.Tove Jansson (1914 - 2001) was born in Helsinki to artist parents. She was to become a celebrated artist, political cartoonist and author, but she is best known as the creator of the Moomins, one of the most successful and beloved children's book series ever written. Inspired by summers spent on the islands off Finland and Sweden, Tove created the unique world of Moominvalley and all its inhabitants. The Moomins and The Great Flood, her first book to feature the Moomins, published in 1945. Tove went on to publish twelve Moomin books between 1945 and 1977, which have sold in their millions and been translated into over forty languages. In the 1950s the Moomins became a successful cartoon strip, which was to feature in newspapers all over the world. As the Moomins' fame grew, they began to appear in television series, plays, films and a varied merchandise program soon followed. Tove also painted throughout her life and wrote novels and short stories, including the acclaimed Summer Book. But the Moomin world was never far away. As Tove said, "You feel a cold wind on your legs when you step outside Moomin Valley," In 1966, Tove received the Hans Christian Andersen Award for her lasting contribution to children's literature.

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Book Synopsis'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN 'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER 'An absolute must-have for every young person’s bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST Over half of all the visual artists working today are women, but the paintings and sculptures shown in many galleries and museums tell a different story because they're usually the work of men. In this book Kate Pankhurst, descendent of Emmeline Pankhurst, tells the fascinating stories of some of history's most talented female artists. · Express your feelings and find your identity through art with Frida Kahlo · Run away to the circus and paint with Laura Knight · Help bring talented artists into the spotlight with Peggy Guggenheim · Challenge racism and segregation by creating powerful art with Faith Ringgold Including comic strips, family trees, maps and more, Fantastically Great Women Artists and Their Stories is a celebration of just some of the women whose creativity and dreams have made a mark on the world. A fantastic gift for girls and boys alike! List of women featured: Amrita Sher-Gil, Elisabeth Le Brun, Emily Kame Kngwarreye, Faith Ringgold, Frida Kahlo, Kathe Kollwitz, Dame Laura Knight and Peggy Guggenheim.Trade ReviewIt deploys just the right amount of lively, fascinating detail to inform and inspire. * The Guardian on Fantastically Great Women Scientists and Their Stories *Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders is the third in Kate Pankhurst’s colourful picture-book celebrations of notable females; with their playful use of speech bubbles and perspective shifts, they remain significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls. -- Imogen Russell Williams on Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders * The Guardian *It's a tremendously engaging read: smart, informative, inclusive and accessible, with gorgeous, visually creative art. The tone is really joyful and it's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired by these stories. -- Fiona Noble on Fantastically Great Women Who Made History * The Bookseller *So many worthy nonfiction books for this age group have good intentions but fail to step beyond simple preaching with boring line drawings. This one succeeds, thanks to its interesting choice of role models, gorgeous colourful illustrations, a sense of humour and sharp language that informs without patronising * The Times on Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World *This book which is a must have for anybody – girl or boy, man or woman – it’s enlightening for one and all … it’s celebratory; laying out key messages in an attractive and engaging way to inspire a new set of admirers * Books for Keeps on Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World *

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Book SynopsisIt's time to hop into Halloween with the Bunny Adventures. Join the fun as four little bunnies set off on an exciting lift-the-flap spooky adventure!

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Book SynopsisA princess in exile. Six enchanted cranes. An unspeakable curse.A beautiful and immersive YA fantasy retelling of the Grimm brothers' The Six Swans fairytale, set in an East-Asian inspired world, by the author of Spin the Dawn.'A dazzling fairy tale full of breathtaking storytelling' Stephanie Garber, Sunday Times bestselling author of Caraval Shiori'anma, the only princess of Kiata, has a secret. Forbidden magic runs in her veins. And on the morning of her betrothal ceremony, Shiori loses control. At first, her mistake seems like a stroke of luck, forestalling the wedding she never wanted, but it also catches the attention of Raikama, her stepmother. A sorceress in her own right, Raikama banishes the young princess, turning her brothers into cranes, and warning Shiori that she must speak of it to no one: for with every word that escapes her lips, one of her brothers will die. Penniless, voiceless, and alone, Shiori searches for her brothers, and uncovers a dark conspiracy to seize the throne. Only Shiori can set the kingdom to rights, but to do so she must place her trust in a paper bird, a mercurial dragon, and the very boy she fought so hard not to marry. And she must embrace the magic she's been taught all her life to contain - no matter what it costs. Praise for Six Crimson Cranes'An unputdownable, sweeping fairytale that thrills as much as it delights' Kerri Maniscalco, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Kingdom of the Wicked'This book is magic!' Kristin Cashore, New York Times bestselling author of Graceling'A stunning remake of a fairytale' Chloe Gong, New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights'This is a gem for all lovers of whimsical fantasy!' Natasha Ngan, New York Times bestselling author of Girls of Paper and FireTrade Review** PRAISE FOR ELIZABETH LIM **A dazzling fairy tale full of breathtaking storytelling * Stephanie Garber, Sunday Times bestselling author of Caraval *This is a gem for all lovers of whimsical fantasy! * Natasha Ngan, New York Times bestselling author of Girls of Paper and Fire *This book is magic! * Kristin Cashore, New York Times bestselling author of Graceling *A resilient heroine, a cast of imaginative characters, and creative plot turns make this gem of a novel sparkle * Stacey Lee, award-winning author of The Downstairs Girl *A princess with a secret, forbidden magic, betrothals gone awry-Six Crimson Cranes is an unputdownable, sweeping fairytale that thrills as much as it delights. Lim is a master storyteller which is apparent with every magical turn of the page. * Kerri Maniscalco, #1 NYT bestselling author of Kingdom of the Wicked *Six Crimson Cranes is a true fairy tale adventure with a vividly drawn world, a lovable and dynamic heroine, and a complex wicked stepmother. With her skillful combination of folklore and surprising plot twists, Elizabeth Lim takes readers on a captivating and wholly original journey * Melissa Bashardoust, author of Girl, Serpent, Thorn *A stunning remake of a fairytale. Six Crimson Cranes is the perfect blend of whimsy and ferociousness, with twists and turns that will tug at your heartstrings * Chloe Gong, New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights *A must-read for lovers of folkloric fantasy, told with flair and originality. Readers will be captivated by Shiori's journey * Juliet Marillier, award-winning author of Sevenwaters and Wildwood Dancing *Positively enchanting, and absolutely worthy of its hype. I felt like I was pulled into the most beautiful fairytale, and I never wanted to leave * Adalyn Grace, New York Times bestselling author of All the Stars and Teeth *Sure to delight even the most jaded of fantasy readers * NPR *What an amazing creation! Every time I thought I knew where it was going, I was wrong. This is a white-knuckle read! * Tamora Pierce, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Tempests and Slaughter on Spin the Dawn *A nuanced, compelling cast. Seamlessly intertwining western and East Asian folklore, Lim embroiders a richly imagined landscape in this vibrant, fast-paced duology starter * Publishers Weekly, starred review *An addictive magical adventure * School Library Journal *Elizabeth Lim is such an incredible storyteller . . . This amazing story will leave you breathless and aching to keep reading it long after you've finished * The Nerd Daily *Elizabeth Lim weaves a magical tale of a determined young woman who lets nothing stand in her way. I for one cannot wait to read the second . . . It's a definite hit * Manchester Evening News *Enchanting and lyrical, this book offers young adult readers an immersive tale of grit and adventure with a princess who will win their hearts * Armadillo Magazine *Captivating, magical, and immersive... a breath-taking fantasy and one of this year's standout book releases - Voice Magazine review

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Book SynopsisLittle Nutbrown Hare soon came to Cloudy Mountain.What a surprise he found there in the heather!A gentle, heart-warming tale from the creators of the beloved storybook classic, Guess How Much I Love You. Now available as a delightful board book!Little Nutbrown Hare has gone exploring on his own. Off he hops along the path until he reaches Cloudy Mountain. What a surprise he finds there in the heather!It's Tipps, a snow hare, and she has a question for him:Will you be my friend?From the iconic author and illustrator duo Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram comes an enchanting tale that celebrates the playful curiosity of little ones and the magic of making new friends.

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Book SynopsisGive hedgehugs and kisses to your little squeakheart with this pun-tastic, funny baby book, the perfect gift for baby showers, new parents, or any occasion!There's no better way to say "I love you" than with a sweet and heartfelt animal pun book! I Love You Like No Otter combines a warm message of love with beautifully illustrated animals families will love to read and share together. From Valentine's Day books for kids to baby shower gifts and bedtime readalouds all year long, this adorable board book is purrfect for anyone you love beary much!The best book gift for: Babies and toddlers ages 0-3. Made just for their little hands! Valentine's Day Baby showers Birthdays Holiday stocking stuffer Easter basket stuffer and more!I love you like no otter, You truly are the best. My special little squeakheart,A step above the rest.

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Book SynopsisMiss Adventursaurus is kind, brave, daring, creative and determined. Unfortunately, she lacks one crucial quality... ability. But despite every adventure ending in disaster, she refuses to give up. Sometimes to succeed, you don't need to be the best, you just need the courage to try.

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Book SynopsisWhen eleven-year-old Cailin's mother takes a contract job on Victoria's eastern coast, Cailin's holiday plans are ruined. Worse, they're staying at her eccentric grandfather's shack at Whitefoam Cove. Cailin barely remembers him, let alone knows him. Grandpa doesn't have Wi-Fi, and his television is older than him. The memories of her father are everywhere and, to make matters worse, she's left her cricket bat at home. How will she make the team now? And how will she keep in touch with her best friend, Josie? It's going to be the worst summer ever.But life with Grandpa proves to be anything but boring. There's treasure to be found at Whitefoam Cove, and Cailin's collection of sea glass is growing rapidly. But just when cricket-mad Cailin and her estranged grandfather finally feel like they're making aconnection, disaster strikesand Cailin knows it's all her fault. Will Grandpa ever forgive her?Sea Glass is a family drama for readers aged 7-12 that explores how, despite difference and disaster, a generational gap is bridged over a shared enthusiasm for sea glass. This contemporary Australian middle grade novel celebrates the importance of family and environment and proves you're never too old to go treasure hunting.

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Book SynopsisAndrew Beattieis a London-based author, editor and archivist. WhilstThe Secret in the Towermarks his debut as a writer of children's fiction, he has previously written a number of stage plays for children which have been performed by schools and youth theatre groups in England, the United States and Australia. He has also written a number of books on history, travel and the environment.Elena Dall'Aglio works mostly digitally, with a quick sketch and bright colors characterizing her style. She loves illustrating full-page scenes and covers. Elena also loves drawing funny animals in wool sweaters and rain boots. When she is not working, Elena is probably drinking too much tea or walking her dog. She loves taking long walks through nature to clear her thoughts and find new inspiration.

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Book SynopsisA classic French story from Nobel Prize-winner Patrick Modiano and celebrated illustrator Jean-Jacques Sempé. Beautifully illustrated, this is a love letter to Paris, ballet and childhood for fans of The Little Prince, Le Petit Nicholas and Madeline. Catherine lives with her gentle father, Georges Certitude, who runs a shipping business in Paris with a failed poet named Casterade. Father and daughter share the simple pleasures of daily life: sitting in the church square, walking to school, going to her ballet class every Thursday afternoon. But just why did Georges change his name to Certitude? What kind of trouble with the law did Casterade rescue him from? And why did Catherine's ballerina mother leave to return to New York? Translated by William RodarmorTrade Review"Elegant. Apparently simple and transparent nostalgia belies its sophistication of observation. Deftly characterised illustrations." * Books for Keeps *"What particularly engages is the way Modiano captures memories of childhood: fragmented, misunderstood, but glowing in the crucible of recollection" * Booklist *"Really affecting" * Bookbag *"Feather-light illustrations. This lovely book suggests the delicacy and strength of an eggshell." * Publishers Weekly online *"Ravishing artwork. In surrendering our old certitudes, we may win insights that make our lives more fully human and humane in the present." * The Boston Globe *

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Book SynopsisAll young dinosaurs are warned about the scary Gigantosaurus. So Bonehead volunteers to be the dino-kids lookout whenever they go into the jungle to play. Unfortunately, he is the original boy-dinosaur who cried wolf, or in this case, GIGANTOSAURUS! Finally, Bonehead's friends refuse to believe his warnings and the Gigantosaurus really turns up! In a vertical gatefold surprise, it looks like Bonehead has got crunched - but in a hilarious reveal we discover this annoying little dinosaur is safe after all.Trade ReviewAn amusing rhyming story about crying wolf or in this case Gigantosaurus. Brilliantly illustrated, this picture book includes real dinosaurs plus some fun facts at the end of the story to delight every dino-enthusiast. -- Ros Collins * Mail and Surrey Advertiser / Aldershot News *... as good as The Gruffalo but with Dinosaurs. The illustrations are readable, original, and very inviting to a three-year-old's imagination. There's also a clever fold out when the 'Gigantosaurus' finally appears. * Green Door *Duddle's prehistoric take on The Boy Who Cried Wolf is enormous fun. The rhyming story rollicks along and with their filmic quality, the digitally created illustrations seem to leap off the page. There's also a fold out page and, to whet the appetites of knowledge seekers, there are snippets of information about the featured dinosaurs on the two final double spreads. Dinosaur style, Duddle has definitely done himself proud. -- Jill Bennett * Red Reading Room *What a gorgeous gorgeous book...Told in rhyme, this is a great book to share with your dinosaur-loving children. Younger children will enjoy having this read to them, while the language used is more suitable for older children to read alone. The amount of detail in each illustration is fantastic. They are bright, clear and show so much. If you look carefully you can see hints of all sorts of dinosaur formations hiding in the images. And you also get to meet the dinosaurs in the book at the end. There are two pages of dino facts for kids to enjoy.What a great addition to your collection, whether it's because you are a dinosaur fan, you like a good read-aloud, or purely for the amazing illustrations. -- Sandi Faulconbridge * Reflections of a Crazy Library Lady *

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Book Synopsis"The princess will fall into a deep, peaceful sleep for one hundred years."When a maleficent fairy curses Princess Aurora, only the power of a good fairy - and true love - can break the spell.

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Book SynopsisA grim discovery brings disturbing revelations in this chilling ghost story from the late Marcus Sedgwick. A grim discovery brings disturbing revelations in this chilling ghost story from the late Marcus Sedgwick. While mucking about in the ruins of an old farm while on holiday in Yorkshire, James hears strange laughter echoing around the walls. The ghost of a young girl appears to him and urges James to follow her but at first he’s too afraid. When she appears again, this time James follows. But will he be able to face the terrible truth she reveals …?Trade Review"A ghost story guaranteed to reel you in from the first page and then give you the shivers" – The Times Children's Book of the Week "A melancholic yet spine-tingling ghost story written with grace and poignancy. The message of togetherness within landscapes and throughout history is the most perfect one Marcus could have left for his readers." – Keith Gray "Every now and again a book comes along that knocks me sideways. This is one of those books" – Kate Poels, author "Complex and atmospheric … Like all the best ghost stories, Ravencave is inextricably linked to place and people, with a raw emotional heart." – CLPE "The landscape is gorgeously rendered and the prose as eerie, luminous and clear as ever. Here teenagers will find hope, warmth and reconciliation." – Literary Review

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Book SynopsisGo on a colouring adventure with the Disney Princesses in this fantastic pad bound format that comes with 4 colouring pencils

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Book SynopsisA stand-out series of beautifully soft, black-and-white cloth books - with a crinkly page, buggy handle, felt flaps and a mirror!Cuddle up with baby's first cloth book featuring high-contrast images to help develop a newborn's eyesight.

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Book SynopsisTake your creativity to a new level with this fantastic sticker mosaic book, featuring lions pirates, dinosaurs, and more! Featuring hundreds of stickers, including special shiny ones, plus activities to complete and scenes to colour, you will soon be creating amazing pieces of art!

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Book SynopsisHelp your little one count and feel the way through their first numbers in this adorable interactive book! With lots of engaging fun, this is the perfect early learning experience.Also available:My First AnimalsMy First ColoursMy First Words

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Book SynopsisMrs Owl agrees to do a favour for proud Mr Peacock, taking his child's lunch to school. But how will she recognise his child? 'Just look for the most beautiful child there,' replies Mr Peacock. But Mrs Owl can't deliver his child's lunch - because she can't find a child at school more beautiful than her own! This timeless fable in dazzling colours has a wit and wisdom that reader and read-to will both relish!Trade Review‘This book is worth getting hold of for the striking illustrations alone. The artwork is in the vibrant style of the seventies with bold prints and bright colours making this a true visual treat. The exotic birds lend themselves beautifully to the vibrant watercolours. It's so funny and wise and the illustrations are stunning. Originally published in the 1970s,The Most Beautiful Child is still relevant today and proves that simple stories with lasting lessons never go out of fashion.’The Most Beautiful Child by William Papas was first published in 1973 and this welcome re-issue in paperback will bring it to a new audience. This story has a charm and a subtle humour to it that is extremely appealing as is its thoughtful and kindly message about the dangers of vanity and pride. Mr Peacock asks Mrs Owl to take his child’s lunch to school and kind Mrs Owl agrees. How will she recognise his child she asks? Just look for the most beautiful child there replies Mr Peacock. There follows a lesson in the power of a parent’s love as Mrs Owl can find no child more beautiful than her own! The glorious illustrations of all the birds in the school are lovely and provide a way into bird identification and naming too. A cheerful and thoughtful tale’

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Book Synopsis"Shhh - listen! Can you hear something? Could it be . . .?" "Just what is going on?" "It's the world-famous forest orchestra!" Explore the magic of the classical orchestra with this beautiful picture book, complete with 20 marvellous musical sounds. A wise hare and a curious little rabbit are bounding through the forest when they happen upon an orchestra, its players an array of magnificent woodland creatures. The musicians are warming up for a very special performance . . . and it's going to be a night to remember. This interactive first introduction to the orchestra, beautifully illustrated by the talented Ella Hobbis, encourages both interactive learning and musical development. Perfect for little musicians and woodland animal lovers!

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Book SynopsisThe next title in the Pip and Posy felt flap series for babies and toddlers.

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Book SynopsisWhen Masen, Connor and Joss wake up on Christmas morning, all iscalm and oddly bright. Outside it's snowing, and their presents arewaiting . . . but where are their parents? They set out into thevillage to find everyone. But with people acting strangely, whocan they trust? And what exactly are those weird mushroomy Christmastrees . . . ?

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