Children & Teen Books

Book SynopsisOne of the best-loved adventure stories ever written, Treas ure Island's timeless tale of pirates, lost treasure maps, mutiny and derring-do has appealed to generations of readers ever since Robert Louis Stevenson penned it in 1881 with the claim: If this don't fetch the kids, why, they have gone rotten since my day. But more than just a children's classic, the novel is considered to be one of the greatest feats of storytelling in the English language, with characters such as the unforgettable Long John Silver becoming part of the cultural consciousness. Treasure Island is a coming-of-age story that will captivate both adults and children for as long as stories are told.Trade ReviewThis novel sets the bar for everything a child could want from a pirate story. * Shiny New Books *

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Book SynopsisAlvina has two grannies who she loves with all her heart. Grannie Vero is from the Caribbean island of Trinidad. Grannie Rose is from the north of England. When Alvina's parents go away on holiday, both the grannies move in to Alvina's house to look after her. But the two grannies want to do different things, eat different food, play different games and tell different stories. The grannies get crosser and crosser with each other, but Alvina thinks of a way they can do all the things their own way so the grannies can become the best of friends.Trade Review“This story will resonate with many in this expanding community.” * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisIN AFRICA ONLY THE STRONG SURVIVE. Teenage martial arts expert Connor Reeves is tasked with protecting a foreign ambassador''s family on safari. Considered the perfect assignment, the holiday turns to hell when their convoy is ambushed by gunmen. Fleeing through the bush, Connor and his assigned family become the prey in a shoot-to-kill hunt across the African plains. As they fight for their survival, Connor realizes the gunmen are the least of their problems. For no amount of bodyguard training can prepare him for the wilds of Africa and one prowling hungry leopard...Trade ReviewBone-crunching action adventure * Financial Times *Breathtaking action... as real as it gets * Eoin Colfer *Bradford has combined Jack Bauer, James Bond, and Alex Rider to bring us this action-packed thriller * Goodreads *

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Book SynopsisBeautiful Darkness is the second bewitching instalment in the bestselling love story Beautiful Creatures - a romance that is bound to capture the hearts of Twilight fans everywhere.Some loves are meant to be. Others are cursed . . . One night in the rain, Ethan Wate opened his eyes and fell in love with Lena Duchannes. His life would never be the same.Lena is a Caster and her family is locked in a supernatural civil war: full of darkness and demons. On her sixteenth birthday Lena made a terrifying choice, which now haunts her day and night.And as her seventeenth birthday approaches Lena and Ethan face even greater danger. A Caster and a Mortal can never truly be together. Every kiss is a curse.Ethan''s next heartbeat could be his last.It is their curse now . . .*Don''t miss the Warner Brothers and Alcon Entertainment blockbuster movie of Beautiful Creatures directed by Richard LaGravenese (P.S. I Love You) and featuring an all star cast including Emma Thompson, Jeremy Irons, Viola Davies and hot young Hollywood talent Alice Englert, Alden Ehrenreich and Emmy Rossum. Praise for Beautiful Creatures:''Watch out Twilight and Hunger Games'' - The Guardian''Move over Twilight, there''s a new supernatural saga in town.'' - E!''This novel has been generating Twilight-level buzz.'' - Teen Vogue About the authors:@kamigarcia is a superstitious American southerner who can make biscuits by hand and pies from scratch! She attended George Washington University and is a teacher and reading specialist. She lives in Los Angeles, California with her family.@mstohl has written and designed many successful video games, which is why her two beagles are named Zelda and Kirby. She has degrees from Yale and Stanford Universities in the US and has also studied in the prestigious creative writing department at UEA, Norwich. She lives in Santa Monica, California with her family.www.beautifulcreaturesthebook.comAlso available in the Beautiful Creatures series: Beautiful Creatures, Beautiful Chaos and Beautiful Redemption.*Don''t miss the brand new DANGEROUS CREATURES series, set in the world of Beautiful Creatures*Exclusive ebook novellas also available:Dream DarkDangerous Dream

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Book SynopsisAn electrifying novel from the Carnegie medal-winning Kevin Brooks. Now a Netflix movie starring Maisie Williams (Game of Thrones).Before the attack, sixteen-year-old Tom Harvey was just an ordinary boy.But now fragments of a shattered iPhone are embedded in his brain and it''s having an extraordinary effect...Because now Tom has powers. The ability to know and see more than he could ever imagine. And with incredible power comes knowledge - and a choice. Seek revenge on the violent gangs that rule his estate and assaulted his friend Lucy, or keep quiet?Tom has control when everything else is out of control. But it''s a dangerous price to pay. And the consequences are terrifying. . .''A compulsive, atmospheric mystery'' Sunday Times''A masterly writer, and this book would put many authors of ''grown up'' detective fiction to shame'' Mail on SundayKevin Brooks is the award-winning author of nine grippiTrade Review[Kevin Brooks'] pacey plots, masterly style and philosophical ideas in novels such as Martyn Pig, Killing God and Black Rabbit Summer have made him a cult among teens. This, though, is the big one. Its power as literature draws on a reality that few adult novelists have the stomach to address. It should be read by everyone. -- Amanda Craig * The Times *Children's Book of the Month: Gripping, streetwise and profound. -- Geraldine Brennan * The Observer *iBoy is a hugely readable revenge fantasy....confoundedly gripping. -- Nick Tucker * Independent on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisThe ghostly train goes down the track with a WHOOOOOO!Join The Big Skeleton, The Little Skeleton and The Dog Skeleton for THREE hilarious and action-packed adventures, in this thirty-year anniversary collection. Perfect for bedtime, a Bone Rattling Collection contains three of the most-loved Funnybones stories. Including:Funnybones: The Ghost Train - Hop aboard for a night the Funnybones skeletons will NEVER forgetFunnybones: Bumps in The Night - No matter where they are, the two skeletons keep going bump in the night - clonk!Funnybones: Skeleton Crew - Zzz! The three skeletons enjoy a holiday on their little boat. But what happens when a PIRATE comes aboard?Packed with bright illustrations and easy to read text, this brilliant Bone Rattling Collection has delighted children for generations.Can''t get enough of the Funnybones skeletons? Discover:Funnybones: The Black CatFunnybones: The

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Book SynopsisShare in fifty years of a really remarkable catMog is everyone's favourite family cat! Join her in this warm-hearted and funny escapade about Mog's sore paw, and her trip to the V. E. T.Celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Mog the Forgetful Cat with special anniversary editions of her much-loved adventures.From the creator of The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog the Forgetful Cat comes a delightful family adventure about a really remarkable cat!Mog is chasing a butterfly one day, when something happens to her paw Ouch!She'll have to go to the vee ee tee, says Mrs Thomas. But before they can make her better, Mog causes a great ruckus at the vet's surgeryMog the Forgetful Cat was first published fifty years ago, and Mog has been delighting children all over the world with her adventures ever since. These books are the perfect gifts for boys, girls and families everywhere!Trade ReviewPraise for Mog:‘Since her debut in 1970, Mog has become… a national hero.’ Junior Magazine ‘A firm favourite on children's bookshelves’ The Telegraph ‘Mog is a star, she really is. I can't recommend her highly enough. Someone should give that cat a medal, or an egg for breakfast.’ The Bookbag ‘Delightful stories about the family cat with attitude.’ The Guardian Praise for Judith Kerr:‘One of the best authors a child of 3+ could encounter.’ The Times “It’s no surprise Judith’s work is still popular. It owes nothing to the vagaries of style or fashion. Her warmth and humanity are timeless.” Michael Foreman

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Book SynopsisPie Corbett writes and edits poetry books for children and resource books for teachers. To date he has published over fifty books and several key schemes. He has run writing workshops, performed poetry and told stories from one end of the country to the other. He has compiled a number of bestselling anthologies, including The Works 2 and The Works 4, and his first solo collection is called Evidence of Dragons.Gaby Morgan is the Editorial Director of the Macmillan Children's Books poetry list. She has compiled a number of bestselling anthologies, including Read Me and Laugh and In My Sky at Twilight.

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Book Synopsis'Disturbingly compelling' - GuardianA blackly comic tale about two children you would never want to meet - from the film director of Saltburn and Promising Young Woman. Set in the Cornish town of Fowey, all is not as idyllic as the beautiful seaside town might seem.Trade ReviewEmerald Fennell combines sharp psychological insight with mordant humour to fashion a dark, contemporary fairy tale. * Daily Mail *...a mash-up of Carrie and Bluebeard with a touch of The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, is smart, modern and fresh. This savagely and ultimately bleak tale is not for the faint of heart. * Financial Times *Monsters by Emerald Fennell is absolutely great. It's about two appalling children, a sinister seaside holiday and a spate of murders. It's gripping and astonishingly, gleefully dark. * The Spectator *Emerald Fennel's MONSTERS is a tremendous, destabilising work of fiction, infusing the mundane with eerie and unsettling darkness. It is written, moreover, in a remarkable tone of voice: Roald Dahl meets Muriel Spark. Astonishing. -- William Boyd * New Statesman *..the two kids embark on a blissful summer of voyeurism, spying, and youthful sleuthing of the most appalling kind. They may not be the Secret Seven, but they are disturbingly compelling. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *Emerald Fennel's MONSTERS will delight 12-plus fans of Edward Gorey, Lemony Snicket and Bret Easton Ellis; it is a hideously funny account by a cynical 13 year old girl of a series of murders in the Cornish town of Fowey. Sophisticated and suspenseful, it has a view of parents that adults would be wise to avoid reading. -- Amanda Craig * New Statesman *It's very difficult not to overuse the word disturbing to describe this book... Monsters is a challenging novel for teens that is a well-balanced combination of shocking, thought-provoking and gruesomely entertaining writing. * We Love This Book *A modern classic... Not for the faint-hearted, but lovers of pitch-black humour, unreliable narrators and unspeakable children will have a ball with Fennell's tale of an idyllic Cornish town, an inconvenient body, and two 12-year-olds unwholesomely obsessed with murder * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisA follow-up to the best-selling The Storm Whale, winner of the 2014 inaugural Oscar's First Book Prize in association with the Evening Standard.   It’s winter time and Noi’s island is covered in a blanket of snow. Even the sea is icing over. Noi is worried about the little whale he saved last summer: Can he survive the harsh conditions? Little does Noi know that it’s the little whale’s turn to save him. A magical and touching story about a lasting friendship. A truly beautiful work packing a real emotional punch.  ‘At the heart of this emotionally charged story is the joy of a lasting friendship, tender and true’ Fiona Noble for The Bookseller, Children’s Book of the Month   Other books from the World of the Storm Whale:  The Storm Whale Grandma Bird *NEW* The Great Storm WhaleAlso by Benji Davies: 

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Book SynopsisOur Revision Workbooks are designed to help students develop vital skills throughout the course and build their confidence in preparation for the exam, with guided questions, unguided questions, practice papers and a full set of answers.

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Book SynopsisTHE FIRST BOOK IN THE HEART-STOPPING WINNER'S TRILOGY: an irresistible story of forbidden romance and class warfareEvery line in The Winner''s Curse is beautifully written. The story is masterfully plotted. The characters'' dilemmas fascinated me and tore at my heart I loved it. I want more.' Kristin Cashore, author of the Graceling Realm booksWinning what you want may cost you everything you love.As a general''s daughter in a vast empire that revels in war and enslaves those it conquers, Kestrel has two choices: she can join the military or get married. Kestrel has other ideas.One day, she is startled to find a kindred spirit in Arin, a young slave up for auction. Following her instinct, Kestrel buys him - and for a sensational price that sets the society gossips talking. It''s not long before she has to hide her growing love for Arin. But he, too, has a secret and Kestrel quickly learns that the price she paid for him is much higher than sheTrade ReviewEvery line in The Winner's Curse is beautifully written. The story is masterfully plotted. The characters' dilemmas fascinated me and tore at my heart. This book gave me a rare and special reading experience: I never knew what was going to happen next. I loved it. I want more. * Kristin Cashore, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of the Graceling Realm books *Like any epic page-turner worth its salt, Rutkoski’s richly imagined world is full of dynamic repartee, gruesome battle scenes, and shifting alliances. A high-stakes cliffhanger will leave readers eagerly awaiting the next book * Publishers Weekly, starred review *Rich characterization, exquisite world building and rock-solid storytelling make this a fantasy of unusual intelligence and depth . . . Breathtaking, tragic and true * Kirkus, starred review *A forbidden romance. The romance is heartstoppingly lovely and admittedly steamy . . . but the raising of stakes and the reluctance of the couple to give up their respective cause, even as they confess their love for each other, lends their relationship a complexity not often seen in the genre . . . A last-minute compromise between the lovers secures a sequel, and fans of Kristin Cashore and Robin Lefevers will be pleased to have a new romance to follow * BCCB, starred review *Faultlessly written, home to a rich cast of mesmerising characters, and possesses just the right amount of intrigue, romance and emotion to make the story one that leaves an impression. My mind is still reeling from those final few pages * Realm of Fiction *Rich with detail, tension, and true feeling — and that goes for both the plot, and the characters. Everything about it is just incredible * There Were Books Involved *Full of high society balls, lies and deceit, stolen moments in secret places, as well as being absolutely beautifully written, The Winner’s Curse is a brilliant first book in a new trilogy that everyone should read! * Swept Away by Books *The hype is right – The Winner's Curse is a beautiful, heartbreaking must-read * Icey Books *

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Book SynopsisAlex Frith (Author) Alex Frith has been writing Usborne books since 2005. His diverse output covers such titles as 'See inside Your Head', 'Stories of Thor' and 'Politics for Beginners'. He has spoken at multiple festivals about his book '100 Things to Know About Space'. Alex can be found in London.Jerome Martin (Author) Jerome Martin has written children's books about science, history, Shakespeare and food. Before joining Usborne in 2014, he spent a decade studying literature at Harvard, Cambridge and the University of Iowa, and several years behaving responsibly in a copywriting office. Now, he spends his working hours researching delightful and amazing facts, his evening hours parenting two children, and the minutes in-between writing poetry.Alice James (Author) Alice James joined Usborne after working in primary schools for a while. She absolutely loves science, and over the years has lived with chimps, spent a month in the rainfoTrade ReviewAny aspiring astronauts could definitely benefit from having this in their collection. * How It Works magazine *Fun, and will no doubt help inquisitive children learn a bit more about the 'world' of space. * BBC Sky at Night magazine *I was surprised to learn so much from this book. What I really like about it is that it’s full of unexpected things, it doesn’t shy away from discussing even some of the big questions that we don’t know the answers to just yet. I love that it talks about how astronomers figure things out. For example, how do we know what the sun is made out of in the inside? – we can’t go there and dig a hole, we have to use all sorts of other clever methods. Science is not just facts, it’s a process, and this book addresses all of that in a very engaging way. * Royal Society Young People's Book Prize judges *Imagine a bunch of adults huddled around a book for children about space, excitedly pointing at graphics, gasping at facts they didn’t know and enthusiastically telling everybody in earshot – well that’s what happened when 100 Things To Know About Space arrived at the Edinburgh International Science Festival office! A book to pick up time and time again, and each time you’ll find out something new. * Edinburgh International Science Festival *This beautifully illustrated book tells you the most strange and interesting facts... loads of things a budding scientist might want to know. * Phoenix magazine *

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Book SynopsisFrom the Tyrannosaurus rex to Velociraptors, the Spinosaurus to Triceratops, Dinosaurs is a large board book, with beautiful illustrations by Neiko Ng, jam-packed with dinosaurs!There are seven themed scene: forest, dinnertime, desert, swamp, the coast, volcanic eruption and prehistoric museum - with sturdy tabs for young children to find their favourite pages. Children can then explore the big scenes, find the dinosaurs and read the name labels in the panels. With a baby dinosaur to spot in each scene, there is plenty here for parents and children to talk about and return to again.Also available: Sea Creatures, Wild Animals, Things That Go

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Book SynopsisThe final adventure in the bestselling bookwandering series for readers aged eight to twelveThe Pages and Co. series comes to a thrilling end in this perfect final instalment.When Tilly, Oskar, Milo and Alessia venture into King Arthur's realm in search of the wizard Merlin, they discover that the magic of bookwandering is not at all what they thought.Together, they must journey into myth and legend to bargain with the trickster Loki and unlock their destinies with the help of the Three Fates and find a way to untangle the Alchemist's grip on the world's imagination.To save Pages & Co. and the very foundations of bookwandering, Tilly and her friends will have to learn the true power of imagination in a thrilling final adventure, but an unexpected enemy stands in their way . . .

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Book SynopsisLULU: OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD''Simply told, full of familiar activities with wonderful attention to detail ... Very pretty to look at too'' The Children''s Bookseller on Lulu booksToday Lulu is painting pictures.What colour is Lulu''s paint?Join Lulu as she learns her favourite colours - and has lots of fun along the way! From big, blue elephants to a bright, yellow sun, little ones will love spotting each colour in this brilliantly interactive book.With a flap to lift on every spread, these perfectly-sized board books with rounded corners are just-right for little hands. Collect all four in the Lulu Loves series - including Colours, Noises, Numbers and Shapes.

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Book SynopsisWhen little Penguin finds a lost pinecone in the snow, an unlikely friendship blossoms. But Grandpa reminds Penguin that pinecones don''t belong in the cold - they need to be in the warm forest far away. Although he will miss his friend, Penguin returns Pinecone to his proper home. Penguin dreams of a reunion with his friend and when they do meet again, he''s surprised to find that Pinecone has grown bigger and taller than he ever could have imagined! This story of a friendship that endures and grows over time, despite distance, will ring true for readers of all ages. Illustrator Salina Yoon''s spare text and bright, energetic illustrations bring this wonderful character to life, ensuring that readers will be clamouring for more Penguin stories.

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Book SynopsisThis title includes fifty cards featuring mind-bending illusions, explaining how the illusion works in tricking the eye. This title contains a 'revealer' card, which can be used to measure and check the illustrations to increase understanding of how each illusion works.Trade Review'You can always rely on Usborne to come up with ideas for entertaining children and their packs of Usborne Activity glossy wipe-clean cards...are a brilliant idea' - Newbury Weekly News

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Book SynopsisRosie Dickins (Author) Rosie Dickins grew up in England and Hong Kong. An avid reader, she always loved dreaming up her own stories. After studying literature at Oxford University, art in Paris and plenty of travelling, she settled in London, where she works for Usborne Publishing. She has written over a hundred children's books, from award-winning information books to fiction.Trade ReviewA child-friendly intro to how computers are built, what they do and how they work. * Nursery World *A fun introduction to what can be seen as quite a technical subject. * LoveReading4Kids *A good, useful guide and helpful for young coders. * Evening Standard *A really first-class introduction for a wide age group. * Books for Keeps *Brings a really difficult topic to a level children can master. * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisWith stunning illustrations and over 60 flaps to lift, children can explore plague-ridden London, the British Empire, a Victorian factory and other key events in Britain's incredible history in this lift-the-flap book for older children.Trade ReviewA fun way to be introduced to history. I wish I had this book when I was in primary school! Brilliant. * London Mums Magazine *See Inside the History of Britain is a superb round-up of the history of our fair islands, stretching back as far as early Britain, through troubled medieval times right up to Britain at War. Each double-page spread is filled with flaps and sections to reveal and explore. You can look behind the scenes at a Tudor house, or discover what lurks in a medieval forest or castle. * Read It Daddy *This is a marvellous history book... We highly recommend see inside History of Britain as an exciting addition to any child’s non-fiction book collection. * Adventures in Homeschooling *Table of Contents1 Early Britain2 The Middle Ages3 Tudor times4 Georgian Britain5 Britain beyond Britain6 Victorian power7 Britain at war8 Famous people

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Book SynopsisFeatures photographs that reveal the secrets of the micro world, from algae to atoms, dust to DNA and flies' eyes to flu viruses. This title offers practical information on buying and taking care of microscopes, and over 20 step-by-step projects for use with your own microscope.

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Book SynopsisFiona Watt (Author) Fiona Watt is an Editorial Director and writer at Usborne Publishing. She graduated from Exeter University with a Bachelor of Education in Art and Design. She taught for three years at a primary school in Kent, before spending two years at a British school in The Netherlands. She started working at Usborne in 1989 and has written and edited hundreds of books including baby and novelty, sticker, art and craft, cookery, science and activity books. She has written all the titles in the award-winning THAT'S NOT MY series and many in the highly successful Sticker Dolly Dressing series. She is the sixth biggest-selling UK children's author, with over 10 million of her books sold in the UK since records began.

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Book SynopsisTells the story of Jack, who swaps his mother's cow for some 'magic' beans which grow into a huge beanstalk. By climbing this oversized plant, Jack reaches the home of a terrifying giant. Will Jack be able to escape with the giant's gold, or will the giant grind Jack's bones to make his bread?

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Book SynopsisUnfold all the fun of the bear hunt in this delightful pocket-sized pop-up of the award-winning picture book classic.

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Book SynopsisAlex Rider is now an IMDb TV/Amazon Original Series!The deadly fifth mission in the number one bestselling Alex Rider series.In the fifth book in the number one bestselling Alex Rider series by Anthony Horowitz, teenage spy Alex travels to Venice to discover the truth about his past. But the truth lies with a criminal organization known as Scorpia, and Alex must make a choice work for MI6 once more, or betray everything he believes in.

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Book SynopsisThe hilarious second instalment in the Knuffle Bunny trilogy from bestselling, award-winning author Mo Willems.In the hilarious second instalment in the Knuffle Bunny trilogy from bestselling, award-winning author Mo Willems, Trixie can't wait to show off her one-of-a-kind Knuffle Bunny at school. But a dreadful surprise awaits Trixie's bunny is not so one-of-a-kind after all! And matters get worse that night when Trixie realizes that she has brought home the WRONG BUNNY! A phone call later, Dad and Trixie are off on a desperate late-night mission to reclaim the real Knuffle Bunny...

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Book SynopsisThis Bible is written especially with children in mind and translated from Hebrew and Greek manuscripts. This edition is illustrated throughout and other features include a dictionary and colourful maps. It is also available with special St John's Gospel and St Mark's Gospel editions.

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Book Synopsis The first novel in the magical White Fox series - a beautifully illustrated tale of a young fox and a magical moonstone. '[A] delight, full of peril, friendship and mysticism' FINANCIAL TIMES A young white fox called Dilah returns home to find his mother gravely injured. Before she dies, she tells him about a treasure with the power to make animals human. The clues to its location are contained in a moonstone buried beneath their den – but wicked blue foxes seek the treasure too, and Dilah must race to find it first. Along the way, he meets all sorts of other creatures: a friendly seal, an ancient tortoise and a fierce leopard – but can he stay one step ahead? The first book in the White Fox series Themes of conservation, nature, civilisation and what it really means to be human Translated by the award-winning Jennifer Feeley, with gorgeous black-and-white line illustrations by acclaimed Chinese artist Viola Wang Continue the adventure with book 2, White Fox in the Forest

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Book Synopsis A whirlwind romance from the New York Times bestselling authors of Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist, now a Netflix original series! I’ve left some clues for you. If you want them, turn the page. If you don’t, put the book back on the shelf, please. At the urge of her lucky-in-love brother, sixteen-year-old Lily has left a red notebook full of challenges on her favourite bookshop shelf, waiting for just the right guy to come along and accept its dares. Curious, Dash isn’t one to back down from a challenge – and the Book of Dares is the perfect distraction he’s been looking for. As they send each other on a scavenger hunt across Manhattan, a whirlwhind romance ensues on paper. But finding out if they share their on-page chemistry in real life could be their biggest dare yet…. Perfect for fans of Emily in Paris, To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before and The Kissing Booth. 'One of the best books I’ve ever read’ The Guardian on Every Day Readers LOVE Dash & Lily’s Book of Dares! ‘A perfect Christmas read’ ***** ‘I absolutely loved this book. The way that Dash and Lily meet and develop their romance is unique and made for a cute and fun story’ ***** ‘The Christmas love story that everyone wants’ ***** ‘I read this book in less than a day because it just sucked me right in and I found it impossible to put down’ ***** ‘Dash and Lily make me want to leave my own red journal somewhere in New York to create a love story for myself’ ***** ‘Perfect for book lovers, it was a pacey read and I loved every moment of it!’ ***** ‘I fell completely head over heels with Dash and Lily's story’ ***** ‘Oh, how I loved Dash & Lily's Book of Dares! This… has everything I want in a novel and to have Christmas time in New York in the background just made it extra special’ *****

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Book SynopsisNothing is sweeter, as everyone knows, than tiny baby fingers and chubby baby toes!The perfect gift for a new arrival, this is the best-loved baby book from Mex Fox and Helen Oxenbury, illustrator of We''re Going on a Bear Hunt. All over the world, babies are different. Yet in some ways they are very much the same: each one has ten little fingers and ten little toes to play with, to tickle, to wave. And each child is very, very special to its parents With a gently rhyming text and delightfully exuberant illustration, this glorious celebration of babies the world over is a book to treasure. Reverse the book''s jacket to find a gorgeous first nursery poster, too!Trade ReviewDelightfully exuberant and endearingly sentimental, this is a simple, gloriouscelebration of the differences and similarities between babies the world over. * Observer *An instant classic ... there's real magic at work here. * Publisher's Weekly *“It's a true celebration of diversity that will engage parents and children alike.” * Evening Standard *“My daughter who is 3 absolutely loved this book! The illustrations are beautiful and it was a great book for us to discuss how our family and friends may all be different in some ways but the same in others.” * Toppsta *“A brilliant interactive book which makes the babies laugh out loud. Highly recommended.” * Toppsta *“I am not surprised to learn that this book is celebrating it's 10th anniversary as it is a true classic. It has beautiful illustrations and is written really well - simple with a lot of repetition.” * Toppsta *“The winning combination of gentle text and beautiful watercolour illustrations by the critically acclaimed illustrator Helen Oxenbury means that this is a book that will be read over and over again - and loved by children and parents alike.” * Counsel *This is a sweet book all about individuality and love. * Elle *

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Book SynopsisJemima Small just wants to be like other girls. She hates being called Jemima Big, being forced to join the school health group - aka Fat Club - and that she can't apply for her favourite TV show without worrying everyone will laugh. But she also knows that the biggest stars in the universe are the brightest. So maybe it's her time to shine.Trade ReviewTamsin Winter is fast becoming a favourite for younger teenagers [...] an empowering story about body confidence. * The Observer *A total treat to read. Jemima is a hero! * Beth Garrod, author of Super Awkward *An uplifting and heartening read to help inspire body confidence in everyone. * Sunday Express (S Magazine) *A clear-sighted look at censorious attitudes to larger bodies - especially girls' bodies... Drily funny, this touching book gives its readers permission to take up space. * The Guardian *An ode to body positivity based around funny, smart, mischievous 13-year-old Jemima, who has been picked on because of her size since she was seven. * The i *

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Book SynopsisAn utterly enchanting feast of a book, this stunning collector's edition of the full-colour illustrated Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is a volume to treasure for a lifetime. Brimming with rich detail and humour, Jim Kay's dazzling depiction of the wizarding world and much loved characters will captivate fans and new readers alike. In oil, pastel, pencil, watercolour, pixels and a myriad of other techniques, Jim Kay has created over 115 astonishing illustrations; there really is magic on every page. This beautiful, deluxe edition of J.K. Rowling's timeless classic features an opulent page size and an exclusive pull-out double gatefold of Diagon Alley; intricate foiled line art by Jim Kay on the real cloth cover and slipcase; gilt edges on premium grade paper; head and tail bands and two ribbon markers the ultimate must-have edition for any fan, collector or bibliophile.Trade ReviewKay’s illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is a triumph – a book so alive it seems to jump, explode and slither out of your hands as you read * Telegraph *Seeing Jim Kay’s illustrations moved me profoundly. I love his interpretation of Harry Potter’s world, and I feel honoured and grateful that he has lent his talent to it * J.K. Rowling *Stunning … Greenaway Medal winner Kay breathes incredible life into these much loved characters and locations, staying faithful to Rowling’s vision but revitalising the story for a new generation * Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisA war is raging and your help is needed to vanquish the evil trolls. To save the dwarfs, you must find the grand wizard Yaztromo andtrack down the pieces of a legendary war hammer lost in the depthsof Darkwood Forest where gruesome monsters lurk ... Step up,hero, it's time to fight!

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Book SynopsisTo celebrate 110 years since the publication of The Tale of Peter Rabbit, this collection of one hundred postcards features the beautiful and iconic illustrations of Beatrix Potter. From book covers to picture letters and watercolours to sketches - it showcases the best of Beatrix Potter's talent.

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Book SynopsisBoth heart-wrenching and heart-warming, The Animals of Farthing Wood is a classic story of animal adventure and the fight for survival.We must all find a new home. Now before it's too late!'Farthing Wood is being bulldozed, and there's a drought. Fox, Badger, Toad, Tawny Owl, Mole and the other animals must band together and set off to a far-away nature reserve. Their journey is full of adventure and fraught with disasters, and the animals must work together to survive.The Animals of Farthing Wood is one of the most popular animal stories in children's literature and is still in print nearly 40 years after first publication.This edition features cover art by award-winning illustrator, Sam Usher and special bonus contentl including a Q&A with Colin Dann.The Animals of Farthing Wood always made me very happy' Alison Flood, Guardian

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Book SynopsisAn epic road-trip romance from NYT-bestselling author of TikTok sensation The Summer of Broken Rules, inspired by the 80s classic, Ferris Bueller's Day Off.

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Book SynopsisAnother laugh-out-loud monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for newly independent readers aged 6+ and fans of Claude and Horrid Henry. Billy's feeling nervous about the village Easter Hat Parade. The Mini Monsters have made him an ENORMOUS hat and he wants to wear it to make them happy, but he doesn't want everyone looking at him. But then something happens to make Billy realize there are even more important things to think about - a tiny, mysterious creature in Ash's garden. Could it be... AN EASTER MINI MONSTER?

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Book SynopsisNew York Timesbestselling author Axie Oh''sASAPis the much anticipated companion novel to beloved romanceXOXO,following fan favorites Sori, the wealthy daughter of a K-pop company owner, and Nathaniel, her K-pop star ex-boyfriend, in a swoon-worthy second chance love story.Sori has worked her whole life to become a K-pop idol, until she realizes she doesn?t want a life forever in the spotlight. But that?s not actually up to Sori?she?s caught between her exacting mother?s entertainment company and her father?s presidential aspirations. And as the pressure to keep her flawless public image grows, the last person she should be thinking about is her ex-boyfriend.Nathaniel is off limits?she knows this. A member of one of the biggest K-pop bands in the world and forbidden from dating, he isn?t any more of an option now than he was two years ago. Still, she can?t forget that their whirlwind romance was the last time she remembers being really happy. Or that his family welcomed her into their home when she needed it most. . . .So when Nathaniel finds himself rocked by scandal, Sori offers him a hideaway with her. And back in close quarters, it?s hard to deny their old feelings. But when Sori gets an opportunity to break free from her parent?s expectations, she will have to decide: Is her future worth sacrificing for a second chance at love?

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Book SynopsisBly has nothing left to lose in her quest to save her sister in this thrilling sequel to The Revenant Games that’s perfect for fans of All of Us Villains meets Kingdom of the Wicked. Bly won the Revenant Games, but she lost everything else. In her desperation to resurrect her sister, Bly betrayed Kerrigan, the vampire who she’d planned to sacrifice to the witches before she fell in love with him—only to find out that Elise was never dead. With nothing left, Bly will do whatever it takes to locate her sister. Her only lead on Elise lies with Kerrigan’s brother, Donovan, who she turned over to the witches in place of Kerrigan. She spends her nights tracking down witch prisons to rescue him. Meanwhile, Kerrigan is also searching for Donovan, but after Bly’s treachery, he refuses her help. But when the vampire queens accuse the two of them of treason, they&rsqu

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Book Synopsis'Vampires, ancient evil, a centuries-long feud, and forbidden romance? Montoya brings it all, and I am HERE for every second of it!' - Tracy Wolff, author of the CRAVE seriesLOVE IS AT STAKE . . . SO SHARPEN YOUR BLADES! Carolina wants to join her family in hunting the bloodthirsty vampiros that plague her village, and prove she'll be a better slayer than wife, so she vows to take down a monster herself. But then she runs into an irresistible vampiro who challenges everything she ever knew.Lalo was content leading a perfectly dull life until a vampiro turned him. Now forced to flee his city and hungry for revenge, he heads to where he believes the first vampiro was made. Instead of finding salvation, Lalo collides with a beautiful young woman who'd gladly drive a dagger through his heart.Can her fists and his fangs stay focused long enough to triumph over their common enemy, or will their hatred for one another get in the way?'Montoya breathes fresh life into the vampire-and-vampire-hunter trope with a vivid world beautifully woven with Latinx lore and a romance both searing and tender.' - Amélie Wen Zhao, author of THE SONG OF THE LAST KINGDOM'A magnificent take on vampire lore. Angela Montoya takes the classic trope of vampire x vampire hunter and breathes new life into it, in more ways than one.' - Kamilah Cole, author of SO LET THEM BURN'With action that will have you on the edge of your seat and banter that will leave you grinning, A Cruel Thirst has everything you could want in a paranormal romance' - Margie Fuston, author of THE REVENANT GAMES

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Book SynopsisTHE EXTRAORDINARY NEW YA NOVEL FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF IF I STAY, GAYLE FORMAN.'Gayle Forman reigns as the queen of breaking hearts with a touch of magic'- Adam Silvera, author of They Both Die at the EndOne spring afternoon after school, Amber arrives home on her bike. It's just another perfectly normal day. But when Amber's mom sees her, she screams. Because Amber died seven years ago, hit by a car while on the very same bicycle she's inexplicably riding now.This return doesn't only impact Amber. Her sister, Melissa, now seven years older, must be a new kind of sibling to Amber. Amber's estranged parents are battling over her. And the changes ripple farther and farther out: Amber's friends, boyfriend, and even people she met only once have been deeply affected by her life and death. In the midst of everyone's turmoil, Amber is struggling with herself. What kind of person was she? How and why was she given this second chance?This magnificent tour de force by acclaimed author Gayle Forman brilliantly explores the porous veil between life and death, examines the impact that one person can have on the world, and celebrates life in all its beautiful complexity.

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Book SynopsisThe unputdownable, unforgettable thriller from New York Times bestselling author Julie Soto, perfect for fans of A GOOD GIRL'S GUIDE TO MURDER and THIRTEEN REASONS WHY.Jodi never asked to be a Thrasher a member of the high school elite. But Jodi has been best friends with Zack Thrasher her whole life, and like it or not, that means she's branded a Thrasher by the rest of the school. And different as she feels to the other four Thrashers all talented, privileged and beautiful she can't help appreciating her social status, especially compared to her violent home life.But being a Thrasher isn't worth dying for except, apparently, it was to Emily Mills. Sweet but intense Emily, whose fixation on Zack brought her close to the in-crowd, but never close enough. Emily, who took her own life on prom night.When a detective finds a copy of Emily's diary, there are whispers that she was Thrashed' bullied to death by Zack and his gang. They are arrested, charged, and ostracised, their once bri

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Book SynopsisIn a hilarious interactive picture book, the Geisel Awardwinning creators of See the Cat challenge kids to answer every question with NO even when their brain keeps insisting YES.Can you beat Mr Fox at his Game of No? The rules are simple: every time he asks a question, you must respond with NO. If you accidentally say YES, then it's back to the beginning of the book for you, where you must start all over again. Are you ready? (Oops!) Do you live on planet Earth? Are you stronger than a baby? What does Y-E-S spell? (Argh!) Kids will giggle uncontrollably as they gamely aim to avoid Mr Fox's clever traps but just ask them if they'd like to read this book again, and they won't be able to resist: YES!

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Book SynopsisAn inspiring guide to manifesting for kids from the Sunday Times bestselling author of MANIFEST and MANIFEST: Dive Deeper. ''Now I've read the book, I feel much better. I used to worry at bedtime when I was thinking too much, and I've learnt how to stop the worry.'' Rae, aged 8 Manifesting is a way of using your own mind to become your BEST and HAPPIEST self. In MANIFEST for Kids, bestselling author, self-development coach, and manifesting expert Roxie Nafousi lays out four simple and easy-to-implement steps to help children: Understand their feelings Grow their confidence Appreciate everything they have Set and reach their goals With activities to do alone and with friends and family, plus an 8-week daily journal, this incredible book will give kids the tools needed to manifest their best and most brilliant lives! *What parents and kids are saying about MANIFEST For Kids!* Manifesting has really helped me to understand my emotions, especially the chapter on conquering my fears. I felt calm after I read the book and now I like to use my toolbox, like the tip of taking a breath when I feel angry.' Ethan, age 8 The daily journal helped me look at my day and think about all of the positive things that I have done and also the things that I am looking forward to. This made me feel happy and excited.' Selena, age 9 I have both of Roxie's adult books and now I love having some tools to help my children too! My son (age 8) vocalised his fears to me after identifying them in the book and chatted about his toolbox and all of the things that can help him when he is feeling fearful.' Parent reviewer This book was an amazing opportunity for my daughter (age 9) and I to connect with one another and talk about our feelings.' Parent reviewer The breathing tools have been incredible, and my daughter (age 9) has started using them as a technique to help her. After reading the book, she has said how when she is finding something hard at school, she tells herself she can do it and not to panic.' Parent reviewer

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Book SynopsisPrima Ballerina Darcey Bussell takes you on a captivating journey to a faraway land of ballet and magic, the wonderful world of Enchantia! The first of a sparkly new series for all young girls who dream of being a ballerina, or simply love to danceDelphie's greatest dream is to become a ballerina, and she can''t quite believe it when she is invited to join the new ballet school. But there''s more to Madame Zarakova''s than it at first seems and with the help of some very special ballet shoes, Delphie finds herself spinning into a whole new worldTrade Review“Don’t be surprised if your child asks for a magical pair of red ballet shoes.” Telegraph Magazine “Delightful.” You Magazine (Mail on Sunday) “A delight for any young reader who sees herself as a budding ballerina.” MumKnowsBest.co.uk

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Book SynopsisThe thrilling fourth companion novel to THE GIVER which inspired the dystopian genre and is soon to be a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges, Katie Holmes and Taylor Swift.They called her Water Claire.When she washed up on their shore, no one knew that she came from a society where emotions don't exist. That she had become a Vessel. That she had carried a Product. That it had been stolen from her body.Claire's son is out there, a young boy now. She was supposed to forget him, but that was impossible. Now Claire will stop at nothing to find her child, even if it means making an unimaginable sacrifice.The startling and long-awaited conclusion to Lois Lowry's award-winning epic series THE GIVER QUARTET culminates in a final clash between good and evil.Trade ReviewPraise for THE GIVER:"The Giver, a powerful and provocative novel, is sure to keep older children reading and thinking." New York Times “Lowry is once again in top form – raising many questions while answering few, and unwinding a tale fit for the most adventurous readers." Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisKiera Cass''s Number 1 New York Times bestselling Selection series has enchanted readers from the very first page. In this fourth romantic novel, follow Illéa''s royal family into a whole new Selection - and find out what happens after happily ever after.Kiera Cass's #1 New York Times bestselling Selection series has enchanted readers from the very first page. In this fourth romantic novel, follow Illéa's royal family into a whole new Selectionand find out what happens after happily ever after.Eighteen years ago, America Singer entered the Selection and won Prince Maxon's heart. Now the time has come for Princess Eadlyn to hold a Selection of her own. Eadlyn doesn't expect her Selection to be anything like her parents' fairy-tale love storybut as the competition begins, she may discover that finding her own happily ever after isn't as impossible as she's always thought.A new generation of swoonworthy characters and captivating romance awaits in the fourth book of the Selection series!Trade ReviewPraise for The Selection:“Reality TV meets dystopian fairy tale in Kiera Cass’s delightful debut. Charming, captivating, and filled with just the right amount of swoon!” Kiersten White, New York Times bestselling author of Paranormalcy

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