Children & Teen Books
HarperCollins Publishers Tintin and the Picaros
Book SynopsisOne of the most iconic characters in children's literatureHergé's classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most recognisable characters in children's books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.The world's most famous travelling reporter gets caught up in a revolutionary adventure. Bianca Castafiore has been imprisoned by General Tapioca!Also accused of threatening Tapioca's dictatorship, Tintin, Calculus and Haddock jet off to the jungle HQ of the revolutionaries, and hatch a plot surrounding the upcoming carnival and Haddock's sudden and mysterious disgust for whiskey Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling mysteries. Still selling over 100,000 copies every year in the UK and having been adapted for the silver screen by Steven Spielberg andTrade ReviewTintin shows young readers that the world in all its complexity is theirs to bestride. (The Wall Street Journal) I became enthralled with the way Hergé told his stories. Grand, epic, global adventures about a young reporter who goes all around the world looking for stories to tell. (Steven Spielberg, 'The Adventures of Spielberg: An Interview', The New York Times, 2011) Top 100 Children’s Book – Time Out (2022) Terrific world-straddling adventures. (Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Ten Essential Children’s Books, Books for Keeps, 2020) The Red Sea Sharks was named one of Young Bond author Charlie Higson’s favourite books in The Daily Express: “Tintin was a huge inspiration being a young person in an adult world.” (2015) Explorers of the Moon was named one of comedian Milton Jones’ favourite books in The Daily Express (2018) Explorers of the Moon was named one of screenwriter and best-selling crime novelist Peter May’s favourite books in The Daily Express: “A childhood favourite…it encouraged me to create my own cartoon series.” (2016) The Calculus Affair was named one of author and foreign correspondent Christian Jennings’ favourite books in The Week (2017)
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark
Book SynopsisA gorgeously illustrated picture book edition of the beloved classic children''s story about overcoming fears.HRH the Duchess of Cambridge will be reading The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark on CBeebies Bedtime Stories on Sunday 13th February as part of Children's Mental Health Week.Plop, the baby owl, is like every barn owl there ever was, except for one thing he is afraid of the dark . . .The dark is brimming with excitement and magic. As Plop ventures into the night, he meets a boy who shows him fireworks, a black cat who takes him exploring, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, among other surprising discoveries . . .Filled with gentle humour and heart-warming illustrations, this uplifting story about finding the courage to face your fears has been beloved of parents and children for decades and its message of resilience is as timely as ever!An abridged picture book edition.Trade Review“One of our absolute favourites” – Zoe Ball ‘Utterly beguiling’ – Lucy Mangan, Guardian
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Jeff Browns Flat Stanley The Great Egyptian Grave
Book SynopsisJoin everybody's favourite flat boy for another magical adventure It's Jeff Brown's Flat Stanley.The Great Egyptian Grave RobberyFlat Stanley is back! Ever since Stanley was flattened by a bulletin board, there are places he can get to that no one else can. So when Stanley receives a letter from an archaeologist, he travels by airmail to Egypt to help find an ancient treasure deep in the heart of a great pyramid. But what if even the flattest boy on earth can''t wriggle out of this dark tomb and the terrible mess he finds himself in?Jeff Brown's world-famous character Flat Stanley continues to charm half a century after he first found his way into print.
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd The Lion and the Mouse
Book SynopsisA stunning, wordless version of one of Aesop's best-loved fables, from one of America's most acclaimed artists.In this Caldecott Medal-winning, wordless picture book, one of America''s most acclaimed artists retells one of Aesop''s best-loved fables. The fable is a favourite and familiar one: a mouse inadvertently disturbs a lion, who lets the mouse go and is later himself freed by the mouse from a poacher's trap. With art inspired by the Kenyan Serengeti, Jerry Pinkney's jaw-droppingly gorgeous interpretation is irresistible, its wealth of visual detail offering huge scope for the pages to be turned and the story retold over and over again.Trade ReviewThis exquisite book is inspired by Kenya’s Serengeti, and from its end pieces, teeming with animals, to its close-ups of life as seen by mice and insects, it is a golden gift. * The Times *Wordless, but carefully sequenced pictures convey Aesop's fable beautifully . . . Readers will be enchanted by the magnificent golden palette and varying sizes of illustration, experiencing anew the traditional tale. * Carousel *
£8.54
Scholastic Painful Poison
Book SynopsisGet ready for a deadly dose of excitement with Painful Poison. It'sbubbling with killer substances and will have all kinds of evileffects on you. Discover how you can turn your brother into a zombieslave and why you are breathing poison right now!
£5.99
Walker Books Ltd Wheres Wally The Great Picture Hunt
Book SynopsisGet ready for Wally''s bamboozling picture hunt In this classic activity book!Where''s Wally? is a global phenomenon, and this stupendous adventure is nothing short of a masterpiece! Find Wally and his friends in each of the intricately-designed scenes as they go on a real Art Adventure. There are lots of other things to search for too, as well as a host of extra puzzles and activities. The Where''s Wally? series has sold over 75 million books worldwide.Trade ReviewWally’s legion of fans can track him down all over again in this art gallery-themed book, which is great fun as always. Lively colourful illustrations and many devious hiding places are once again the order of the day. * Newmarket Journal *This first new Wally for eight years has been three in the making, and never has there been such an eye-boggling throng of bobble hats and striped jumpers, fans, lookalikes and doppelgangers. * The Bookseller *
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HarperCollins Publishers I am still not a Loser
Book SynopsisThe second book in this madcap must-read series for 6+ boysYou know when someone''s horrible to you in a dream and you wake up really annoyed with them? That's what happened to me with my best friend Bunky.Barry has a new problem: Gordon Smugly who's got the most perfect name for himself ever in the history of having a name, because he looks like a Gordon and is smug and ugly has stolen Barry's best friend.Join Barry as he attempts to get Bunky back, organises a girly-screamvoice test and tries to avoid seeing his teacher kissing his gran.Trade Review`Have you got a boy aged 7+ who is a reluctant reader? Get him a copy of this book and he may just change his mind about reading!’ Parents in Touch ` I laughed so much, I thought I was going to burst’ Finbar, aged 6 `Twice as good as my other favourite book, Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ Ben, aged 7
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd I Will Surprise My Friend
Book SynopsisOne of a series of delightfully humorous award-winning tales for beginner readers from an internationally acclaimed author-illustrator.Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. In I Will Surprise My Friend!, Gerald and Piggie want to play a game and surprise each other, but the best surprise is the one they least expect.Trade Review"* "In the world of children's books, the biggest new talent to emerge thus far in the '00s is the writer-illustrator Mo Willems." (The New York Times Book Review)"
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd The Diamond Brothers in The Falcons Malteser
Book SynopsisA hilarious story about the world''s worst detectives by the bestselling author of the Alex Rider series, Anthony Horowitz.Meet the Diamond Brothers, the world''s most defective detectives, by the author of the number one bestselling Alex Rider series. When a dwarf comes into the office and leaves a package, Tim Diamond, the world''s worst private-detective, is faced with his toughest case yet. The office is ransacked and the package is found to contain simply a box of Maltesers. Who was the dwarf and why was he murdered shortly after his visit?Trade ReviewA good joke works exactly like a magic trick. It gives you what you’re expecting but not in the way you’re expecting it. Horowitz is a magician. -- Frank Cottrell-Boyce * Bookshop.org *
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Walker Books Ltd The Mortal Instruments 6 City of Heavenly Fire
Book SynopsisShadowhunters and demons square off for the sixth and final book in the internationally bestselling Mortal Instruments series from Cassandra Clare.Discover more secrets about the Shadowhunters as they fight to protect the world from demons in the final book in the internationally bestselling series. Darkness has descended on the Shadowhunter world. Clary, Jace, Simon, and their friends band together to fight the greatest evil they have ever faced... This edition contains a map and a new foreword by Cassandra Clare. Read all the sensational books in The Shadowhunter Chronicles: The Mortal Instruments, The Infernal Devices, Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy, The Bane Chronicles, The Dark Artifices, The Last Hours and The Shadowhunter's Codex.Trade ReviewWho will survive in the explosive sixth and final instalment? * Sunday World *
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Hachette Children's Group Simon Sock
Book SynopsisA wonderful new character from the bestselling creators of Barry the Fish with Fingers and the illustrator of Goodnight Digger.Simon is an odd, stripey sock. He lives in the drawers with all the other socks. Every day two socks get picked to go on an adventure. The sparklies go to parties. The woolies go the park. The smarts go to school. Everyone has a pair... except Simon. Will he ever find his perfect match? A hilarious story celebrating friendship and difference from an exciting new picture book partnership.Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet''s hilarious books have sold over 1 million copies!Trade ReviewGrumpy kids should be cheered by Simon Sock. Delightfully daft as their previous books. * The Observer *The message is clear: Love knows no boundaries, and even those who don't appear to match can still turn out a great pair. * Cork Evening Echo *Probably my favourite book this spring. * Angels & Urchins *
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Scholastic Zog
Book SynopsisZog is the keenest dragon in school. He's also the most accident-prone. Luckily, a mysterious little girl always comes by and patchesup his bumps and bruises. But will she be able to help him withhis toughest test: capturing a princess? includes an audio CDcontaining the full story with music, the Zog Listening Game anda brand new song.
£8.54
Scholastic Tabby McTat
Book SynopsisTabby McTat was a busker's catWith a miaow that was loud and strong. Fred, the busker, and his cat, Tabby McTat, are purr-fectly happy,singing together all day long. But when Fred gives chase to a thief,the two are separated. Will they ever find each other again?A heart-warming story of friendship, loyalty - and kittens!
£8.54
Scholastic Captain Underpants and the Preposterous Plight of
Book SynopsisCaptain Underpants returns to face his nemesis - the evil CapainBlunderpants - with the help of two new superheroes, Great-GrannyGirdle and Boxer Boy. George and Harold are in BIG trouble thistime!More laffs, evil, horror and high adventure in the name of all thatis pre-shrunk and cottony. Complete with amazing Flip-o-Rama animation!
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Imaginary
Book SynopsisAn extraordinary tale of love, loss, imagination and not really being there, for fans of Roald Dahl and Neil Gaiman. Coming to Netflix as an animated feature film in July 2024.Rudger is Amanda's best friend. He doesn''t exist, but nobody''s perfect. Only Amanda can see her imaginary friend until the sinister Mr Bunting arrives at Amanda''s door. Mr Bunting hunts imaginaries. Rumour says that he eats them. And he''s sniffed out Rudger. Soon Rudger is alone, and running for his imaginary life. But can a boy who isn't there survive without a friend to dream him up?A brilliantly funny, scary and moving read from the unique imagination of A.F. Harrold, this beautiful book is astoundingly illustrated with integrated art and colour spreads by the award-winning Emily Gravett.Trade ReviewA richly visualised story which explores imaginary friends and the very special role they play in children’s lives. Emily Gravett’s illustrations capture the hazy world of the imaginaries brilliantly * Julia Eccleshare *Full of comical characters and disastrous situations, it will keep children entertained from beginning to end. * Booktrust on Fizzlebert Stump *A.F. Harrold writes with a very distinctive, unusual and utterly charming voice in this warm and funny tale ... Fabulous -- Jeremy Strong * The Guardian *By turns scary and funny, touching without being sentimental, and beautifully illustrated by Emily Gravett, The Imaginary is a delight from start to finish. -- James Lovegrove * The Financial Times *
£7.59
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Book SynopsisThe Sunday Times bestselling Illustrated Edition of J.K. Rowling's fifth Harry Potter adventure, brilliantly evoked in full colour by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Jim Kay, and acclaimed guest artist Neil Packer.As the Order of the Phoenix keeps watch over Harry Potter, troubled times have come to Hogwarts in a year filled with secrets, subterfuge and suspicion. The deliciously dark fifth instalment of Jim Kay's inspired reimagining of J.K. Rowling's classic series is an epic artistic achievement, featuring over 160 illustrations in an astonishing range of visual styles.Now an exciting new collaboration brings together two virtuoso artistic talents, as Kate Greenaway Medal winner Jim Kay is joined by acclaimed guest illustrator Neil Packer, winner of the 2021 BolognaRagazzi Award for non-fiction. Prepare to be enchanted once again as Jim Kay depicts J.K. Rowling's wizarding world with the dazzling artistic alchemy fans around the globe have come to know and love, perfectly Trade ReviewSeeing 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 *Kay’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 on HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER’S STONE ILLUSTRATED EDITION *· It is stunning … with full-colour illustrations throughout from Greenaway Medal winner Kay, who 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 on HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER’S STONE ILLUSTRATED EDITION *
£32.00
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Sleeper and the Spindle
Book SynopsisThe bestselling, award-bedecked Neil Gaiman and Chris Riddell are reunited in this irresistible fairytale reboot, with vibrant red ink adding lustre to an amazingly beautiful book.''Suffused with joy and melancholy ... It is absolutely a retelling for our age, but also for ages still to come'' GuardianWeaving together hints of Snow White and Sleeping Beauty with a shimmering thread of dark magic, this twist on classic fairytales will hold readers spellbound from start to finish. On the eve of her wedding, a young queen sets out to rescue a princess from an enchantment. She casts aside her fine wedding clothes, takes her chain mail and her sword and ventures into the tunnels under the mountain towards the sleeping kingdom. This queen will decide her own future and the princess who needs rescuing is not quite what she seems.Twisting together the familiar and the new, this delicious, captivating and darkly funny tale shows its creators at the peak of thTrade ReviewSpellbindingly illustrated -- Gaby Wood * Saturday Telegraph *Suffused with joy and melancholy and underpinned by the knowledge of where it comes from and where it wants to go … It is absolutely a retelling for our age, but also for ages still to come -- Lucy Mangan * Guardian *Magical, sumptuous, transporting * Big Issue *Unforgettable, unpredictable and utterly enchanting for anyone between the ages of seven and seventy -- Amanda Craig * New Statesman *Will hold the reader spellbound from start to finish * Guardian *A richly nuanced tale with a contemporary slant that will fire your imagination – and haunt your dreams * Times Educational Supplement *
£10.44
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Book SynopsisHarry Potter is lucky to reach the age of thirteen, since he has survived the murderous attacks of the feared Dark Lord on more than one occasion. But his hopes for a quiet school term concentrating on Quidditch are dashed when a maniacal mass-murderer escapes from Azkaban, pursued by the soul-sucking Dementors who guard the prison. It''s assumed that Hogwarts is the safest place for Harry to be. But is it a coincidence that he can feel eyes watching him in the dark, and should he be taking Professor Trelawney''s ghoulish predictions seriously?These adult editions with glorious jacket art by Andrew Davidson are now available in hardback for the first time.Trade ReviewAnd you thought wizardry was for children. Harry Potter will make you think again. He casts his spells on grown-ups too * James Naughtie *Funny, imaginative, magical … In the 2020s, thirty-something book-lovers will know each other by smug references to Diagon Alley and Quidditch * The Times *The Harry Potter stories will join that small group of children’s books which are read and reread into adulthood * TLS *One of the greatest literary adventures of modern times * Sunday Telegraph *Spellbinding, enchanting, bewitching stuff * Mirror *
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Hachette Children's Group Clarice Bean Thats Me
Book SynopsisMeet the fabulously feisty Clarice Bean! In this hilarious picture book from Children''s Laureate, Lauren Child.All Clarice Bean wants is a bit of peace and quiet. But that can be hard to find in a house where your little brother is being utterly annoying, your big brother is in the dark tunnel of adolescence and your grandad''s pouring soup on his cornflakes . . .A true picture book classic, this is the book that launched the award-winning, bestselling Clarice Bean series!Packed with quirky details and humour, this is perfect for children who are ready to start making the transition from younger picture books to independent reading.A fresh, playful, wonderfully chaotic look at family life that will make you laugh out loud IndependentWinner of the Smarties Book PrizeTrade ReviewWonderful to read aloud. * Sunday Express (Cressida Cowell) *It'll make you roar with laughter * Sunday Times *Laugh-out-loud funny gloss on family life * The Bookseller *Child's spot-on portrait of family life...has an anthropological quality reminiscent of Posy Simmonds' Weber family...exuberantly inventive * Books for Keeps *For a humorous and refreshingly honest look at family life, you can't get any better than this * The Bookseller *Brilliantly written and drawn by Lauren Child, the cringe-worthy details are a joy * The Guardian *A real treat. This is only Lauren Child's second book for children and I'm totally hooked * The Independent *Text and illustrations are united in giving this wittily ironic, child's-eye view of familiar characters and their foibles * The Guardian *Represents the arrival of a sparkling and irresistable new talent * Literacy and Learning *A modern classic * Sainsburys Magazine *The quirky perspectives show cheerful disregard for convention in this unusual take on family life * The Guardian *A fresh, playful, wonderfully chaotic look at family life that will make you laugh out loud * The Independent *Full of wonderfully dry one-liners * Times Educational Supplement *
£8.65
Pearson Education Limited Bug Club Phonics Phase 3 Unit 10 In the Dark
Book SynopsisWe find out what happens at night, and meet some nocturnal animals prowling for food.
£8.82
Scholastic Zog and the Flying Doctors
Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are at their sparkling best inthis fabulously original sequel to the bestselling ZOG. Meet theFlying Doctors: Princess Pearl, Sir Gadabout and, of course, theirtrusty 'air ambulance', Zog the dragon, as they fly around thecountry, tending to a sunburnt mermaid, a distressed unicorn, andeven a sneezy lion.
£11.69
Scholastic The Highway Rat Early Reader
Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's bestselling picture book, THEHIGHWAY RAT, is now available in an appealing read-alone format. This Early Reader edition contains the complete classic story andpictures, in a pocket-book format, and with an extra-clear fontand layout, to support children who are gaining confidence in reading.
£6.23
Scholastic The Curse of the Mummys Tomb
Book SynopsisGabe is exploring the tunnels of an ancient Egyptian pyramid. Unfortunately,he's also lost!And Gabe is not alone. Someone else is in the pyramid, too. Someone. Or something. . .
£5.99
Scholastic Titanic
Book SynopsisTITANIC tells the story of a young boy aboard the fateful Titanic. This gripping first-hand account is perfect for children studyingthe Titanic at school. An exciting story - perfect for readersinterested in history.
£6.99
Spark Addition Flash Kids Flash Cards
Book SynopsisSuitable for children aged 5 to 6 years old, this title offers essential practice in key concepts such as multiplication, division, the alphabet, sights words and spelling. It contains 86 cards in each package.
£8.39
Simon & Schuster Ltd NoBot the Robots New Bottom
Book SynopsisLove Supertato? Then meet No-Bot, the robot whose bottom is making funny noises in this hilariously silly new adventure from Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet, creators of the super-bestselling SUPERTATO series! When Bernard's bottom starts to make funny noises, he decides it MUST be broken! So along with his friends, he sets off in search of just the right replacement. Children will love watching No-Bot try on all kinds of strange new bottoms, from a wheel of cheese to a large red sofa! Will Bernard EVER find the perfect bottom? Find out in this laugh-out-loud, fun-filled story from the brilliant brains behind Supertato, Norman the Slug with the Silly Shell, Barry the Fish with Fingers and more! And don’t miss No-Bot’s first funny adventure: No-Bot the Robot with No Bottom! Also by Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet: Supertato Supertato: Veggies Assemb
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Looking after Cats and Kittens
Book SynopsisLots of useful information on how to care for cats and kittens, ideal for cat owners or those dreaming about acquiring a new pet. Includes the basics of cat behaviour including how to spot when a cat is angry, scared or playful, as well as how to keep a pet cat occupied. Thoroughly checked by experts.
£5.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd Dinosaur Who Lost His Roar
Book SynopsisSid the dinosaur likes scaring his friends with his ear-splitting roar. But what would happen if he lost his voice? He's about to find out. This title features bright, animated, contemporary illustrations that bring the story to life.Trade ReviewFor every parent, child and teacher weary of the monotony of the average reading scheme, Usborne’s First Reading series will offer rays of sunlight. The books are carefully levelled and offer a huge variety of accessible and fun, fiction and non-fiction. * Tamara Linke (Proprietor, Tales on Moon Lane Bookshop) *
£5.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK Princess Pollys Potty
Book SynopsisEven princesses use the potty!Princess Polly''s Potty is an entertaining picture book from Ladybird that helps parents struggling with potty training for toddlers aged 18+ months. Easily follow along with the fun pictures, showing little ones that even princesses have anxiety about using the potty. And when your own Princess Polly uses the potty correctly, they can press the ''cheer'' button as a fun, noisy reward! If you need any more tips and tricks for potty training, visit the Ladybird website.
£8.54
Penguin Random House Children's UK Little Red Riding Hood Ladybird Touch and Feel
Book SynopsisThis Ladybird retelling of Little Red Riding Hood is a wonderful introduction to classic fairy tales for toddlers and preschool children. Enjoy reading the simple text together, looking at the bright pictures and feeling the different touch-and-feels on every page.
£7.59
Sweet Cherry Publishing Geronimo Stilton: Paws Off, Cheddarface!
Book SynopsisGeronimo has company, and not in a good way. With a double on the loose in New Mouse City, things quickly get VERY confusing. Geronimo has to find this imposter, and soon! But who is he? And what does he want with The Rodent’s Gazette? Geronimo needs answers before it’s too late! About the Geronimo Stilton series: Geronimo Stilton is a bestselling children’s series with a dedicated international fan base. As seen on Netflix, the series follows the adventures of the Geronimo Stilton the fa-mouse journalist, as he searches for the next hot scoop. With illustrations and fun fonts throughout, Geronimo Stilton is perfect for reluctant readers aged 5+ years.Trade Review“This is a fun-filled, early chapter book with cute new illustrations.” – MD Walker, Netgalley
£6.83
Usborne Publishing Ltd Lifttheflap Questions and Answers about Animals
Book SynopsisKatie has been writing non-fiction children's books for almost half her life and loves questioning the world from a child's point of view. She's developed some of Usborne's bestselling series, including the See Inside books and Lift-the-flap Questions & Answers. When she's not writing, she likes drinking coffee, walking on the moors and playing competitive board games with her children.
£10.44
Usborne Publishing Ltd Thats not my lamb...
Book SynopsisA sweet touchy-feely book, just right for sharing with babies and toddlers. The furry textures are a delight to touch, and even very young babies will reach out to touch them.Trade ReviewIf springtime puts you in the mood for some fun on the farm, you will love That’s Not My Lamb. There is a lamb on every page but none of them is quite right (too fluffy, too woolly) until the very last page. * The Sunday Express *Perfect for [Easter]... another cracker for the collection. * The Sun *
£6.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Garden
Book SynopsisCaroline read English at Cambridge University and taught English in Greece and the UK before joining Usborne as a writer and editor. She has written books about a huge variety of subjects, for all ages, and believes it's one of the best jobs in the world. Caroline lives and works on Anglesey in North Wales.Trade ReviewA wonderfully interactive and very educational book from Usborne that will be of great appeal to budding little gardeners. * First4Dads *Culturebaby has also very much enjoyed her First Sticker Book Garden from Usborne... She’s developed quite an impressive gardening vocabulary and this series of activity books is great because she can do much of it herself. * Culture Baby *
£5.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd Roman Soldiers Handbook
Book SynopsisOffers an introduction to Roman history. This survival guide for studious centurions is about how to stay alive in the Roman army. It reveals all the gruesome truths of life in the Roman army including what soldiers ate, wore and how they lived.Trade ReviewA great introduction to the dynamics of the Roman Army. Military manuals are known to have been used by the Roman Army, and this book provides an educational but entertaining way of putting ancient history into modern hands. The tone of the handbook is informal, which is far more appealing to students than a dry textbook. The language used promotes interactivity, and addresses the reader directly. There are also mini quizzes throughout the book. * Heritage Key website *An educational but entertaining way of putting ancient history into modern hands * Heritage Key website *Get your child immersed in Roman history as they read this essential guide for everyone joining the Roman army. The quirky cartoon-style illustrations add a great deal of detail to this fascinating book which is an excellent accompaniment to KS2 history. * parentsintouch.co.uk *It’s good for kids because the diagrams and pictures are cartoony. I’d recommend it to my teacher and kids of 7 and up. I’d give it VIII out of X! * Reader Review, British Museum Remus Magazine *
£6.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd My Very First Space Book
Book SynopsisEmily Bone grew up among the rolling hills of Hampshire, writing stories about the ants and birds in her garden. After studying English at Cambridge, she found her dream job at Usborne in 2007. Since then, she's written about many weird and wonderful creatures, along with books on space, fashion and food.
£9.49
Scholastic Fighting Fantasy The Gates of Death
Book SynopsisPART STORY, PART GAME - PURE ADVENTURE!Bestselling author, and long-time fan of Fighting Fantasy, CharlieHigson brings his own brand of heart-stopping action, terrifyingmonsters and page-turning plotting to Allansia... expect the unexpected!
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Hachette Children's Group Emily Brown and the Thing
Book SynopsisA classic Emily Brown bedtime story about being scared of the dark. From Children''s Laureate, Cressida Cowell.Emily Brown and her rabbit, Stanley, are trying to sleep. But a Splish-Splosh noise is keeping them awake...It''s a Thing! And this Thing just won''t go to sleep. Emily Brown and Rabbit try everything, but nothing works. Just what could be the matter?This warm and witty picture book is perfect for sharing with children who may be afraid of the dark. With a gentle message that things are never quite as scary as they first seem.It''s funny, it''s got twists and turns, and shows us, among other things, that we can spend too much time nurturing our fears rather than trying to conquer them. The GuardianTrade ReviewA fantastic tale. * North West Evening Mail *Imaginative, funky * Daily Mail *Rascally bedtime fare * Booklist Online *The illustrations are often dark and complex but they are entirely appropriate to the story * School Librarian *Cowell's narrative is both deeply rooted in the conventions of folk tale...and yet refreshingly contemporary and colloquial in tone. Such layers of richness are confidently matched by Layton's brilliantly anarchic illustrations...Emily Brown and Stanley are most appealing characters and, like Sendak's Max, more than a match for wild Things * Books for Keeps *A warm-hearted and witty take on the classic theme of being scared of the dark * Family Interest Magazine *A simple story, imaginatively reflected in wildly wonderful artwork, that will delight both old and young readers * Carousel *This is a wonderful story about a small girl dealing with a very high maintenance monster called the Thing. It's funny, it's got twists and turns and shows us, among other things, that we can spend far too much time nurturing our fears rather than trying to conquer them * The Guardian *A warm-hearted and witty take on being scared of the dark * Guernsey Press & Star *
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group The Vampire Diaries Shadow Souls
Book SynopsisDark, gripping and romantic - read the books that inspired the phenomenal Netflix vampire series.Book 6 in the Vampire Diaries series by bestselling author L J Smith.Elena Gilbert is once again at the centre of magic and danger beyond her imagining. And once more, Stefan isn''t there to help! Elena is forced to trust her life to Damon, the handsome but deadly vampire who wants Elena, body and soul. They must journey to the slums of the Dark Dimension, a world where vampires and demons roam free, but humans must live as slaves of their supernatural masters. Damon''s brother, the brooding vampire Stefan whom Elena loves, is imprisoned here, and Elena can only free him by finding the two hidden halves of the key to his cell. Meanwhile, the tension between Elena and Damon mounts until Elena is faced with a terrible decision: which brother does she really want to be with?The drama, danger and star-crossed love that fills each Vampire Diaries book is
£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Jaspers Beanstalk
Book SynopsisFrom the award-winning creators of Percy the Park Keeper and Kipper comes a new edition of a picture book classic - perfect for children finding out about nature and how things grow. Mick Inkpen is the libraries'' ninth most borrowed author.Jasper plants a bean. He waits for it to grow into a beanstalk all week. How long will he have to wait before he can start looking for giants?''The charmingly comical Inkpen, as always, hits the spot.'' The Guardian''Nick Butterworth is one of the best picture book writers alive.'' The IndependentTrade ReviewA charming tale...with a gentle moral of how everything -- including giant beanstalks -- comes to he who waits * Junior *Stunningly simple... this book will encourage first steps in reading alone. * Practical Parenting *A charming tale, with extra-large type, that touches on the topic of the cycles of nature and how things grow, with a gentle moral of how everything - including giant beanstalks - come to he who waits * Junior *On Just Like Jasper: Wondefully simple . . . delightfully drawn. * Mother *One of the most effective plot-lines of the year. * Books for Your Children *Stunningly simple... this book will encourage first steps in reading alone. * Practical Parenting *A charming tale, with extra-large type, that touches on the topic of the cycles of nature and how things grow, with a gentle moral of how everything - including giant beanstalks - come to he who waits * Junior *On Just Like Jasper: Wondefully simple . . . delightfully drawn. * Mother *One of the most effective plot-lines of the year. * Books for Your Children *Stunningly simple... this book will encourage first steps in reading alone. * Practical Parenting *A charming tale, with extra-large type, that touches on the topic of the cycles of nature and how things grow, with a gentle moral of how everything - including giant beanstalks - come to he who waits * Junior *On Just Like Jasper: Wondefully simple . . . delightfully drawn. * Mother *One of the most effective plot-lines of the year. * Books for Your Children *
£7.59
Faber & Faber The Snow Sister
Book SynopsisEver since her sister, Agnes, died, Pearl has a tradition every time it snows. It makes Christmas feel a little less lonely.On Christmas Eve, her father receives a letter about a long-lost relative's will.
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group Horrid Henry Early Reader Horrid Henry and the
Book SynopsisEarly Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey.Horrid Henry is determined to win the class football match and defeat Moody Margaret, by whatever means necessary...
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group Laura Marlin Mysteries Dead Mans Cove
Book SynopsisWinner of the 2011 Blue Peter Book of the Year Award, DEAD MAN''S COVE is the first book in a gripping adventure series about eleven-year-old ace detective, Laura Marlin, from award-winning author Lauren St John.When orphaned Laura Marlin moves from a children''s home to live with her uncle in Cornwall, she longs for a life of excitement just like the characters in her favourite detective novels.A real life adventure is on hand as she is deposited at her uncle''s spooky house . . . Why does her uncle, Calvin Redfern, forbid her to go to Dead Man''s Cove? What''s the truth about Tariq, the silent Indian boy who lives with the flamboyant Mukthars? Who is J? Who has left the message in a bottle for Laura to discover? Mysteries abound and who better to solve them than Laura Marlin, ace detective?Accompanied by her trusty companion, Skye, a three-legged husky, the dog she''s always wanted, Laura''s adventures begin in this first captivating mystery.<Trade ReviewI strongly believe that this is a book everyone will love. It is full of adventure and mystery. It's one of those books that you really don't want to put down and you really have to force yourself to stop reading * THE GUARDIAN ONLINE *The Blue Peter Book of the Year Award-winning book is completely cptivating * The Junior Week *A charming novel * TEENAGE FICTION FOR ALL AGES *
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group The One Dollar Horse Race the Wind
Book SynopsisThe second romantic thriller in the gripping One Dollar Horse series in which Casey and her horse Storm face the challenge of the Kentucky Three Day Event.From the prize-winning author of the BLUE PETER BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD, the second romantic thriller in the gripping One Dollar Horse equestrian series in which Casey and her horse Storm face the challenge of the Kentucky Three Day Event.When Casey Blue''s victory at the Badminton Horse Trials earns her and Storm an invitation to the prestigious Kentucky Three Day Event, it is a dream come true. But that dream is about to turn into a nightmare.After her father is arrested for a crime Casey is convinced he didn''t commit, she finds herself the victim of a vicious blackmailer. To make matters worse, Storm is behaving like the wild horse he once was. Faced with losing everything she loves, she needs the help of her farrier boyfriend, Peter, to win in Kentucky, one of the most challenging riding competitTrade ReviewThe One Dollar Horse is certain to be huge favourite with readers and will bear comparison with classic horse stories by authors such as Patricia Leitch and K M Peyton. * BOOKS FOR KEEPS *There are many twists and turns but the plot is easy to follow and gripping, I would recommend this book for girls aged from twelve through to adult. The author has a flowing style and an art for bringing her characters to life. * NEWBOOKSMAG *Lauren St John's The One Dollar Horse is rare among pony books in setting its dream-come-true story in inner-city London... Writerly, full of equestrian knowledge and rich in character - not least of the horse - this is also a tale of first love, and is a handsome package with deep pink-edged pages. -- Nicolette Jones * THE SUNDAY TIMES *...one of the best characters in this thrilling rags-to-riches tale is Storm Warning. You can't help but identify with this courageous animal and St John makes you feel the thrill of what it must be like to jump over a fence on such a horse with such heart and soul. No nagging doubts, this book's a winner. -- Martin Chilton * TELEGRAPH ONLINE *Certain to be a huge favourite with readers and will bear comparison with classic horse stories by authors such as Patricia Leitch and KM Peyton. * BOOKS FOR KEEPS *
£7.99
Walker Books Ltd Wheres Wally Santa Spectacular Sticker Activity
Book SynopsisA festive sticker activity book with hundreds of stickers and a create-your-own Where's Wally? scene! A perfect search-and-find Christmas present. This sensational Santa-themed Wally activity book is bursting with hundreds of stickers. There are loads of wintry sticker-based activities including spot the differences, games, mazes, searches and much more... including a fold-out back cover that you can use to create you very own Where's Wally? scene. Perfect for Christmas gifting, this book is hours of festive fun!
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd Angry Cookie
Book SynopsisPrepare to fall absolutely in love with this irresistible cookie, crumbly chocolate chips and all.OH NO! Barbra the cactus won't stop playing her recorder, the yummy strawberry toothpaste has run out, and now to top it all off Cookie has to have his hair cut! Which all makes for one VERY ANGRY little cookie... But perhaps you, the reader, can find a way to turn his grumpy frown upside down? This wildly inventive, interactive, laugh-out-loud tale brings Laura Dockrill''s one-of-a-kind voice and Maria Karipidou''s hilarious illustrations to the Walker list.Trade Review“The book superbly evokes the roots of a child’s anger – insecurity, frustration, feeling unheard – and the realisation that the reader will listen, even when the Cookie is “a meanie moody moany mongoose”. * The Guardian *“With playful illustrations by Maria Karipidou, Dockrill’s debut picture book is bright and entertaining and delivers an important message.” * Mail on Sunday *“[…] a perfect book for talking about emotions, and has a lovely message about sticking around for your friends and loved ones, no matter how moody they are.” * BookTrust *“[…] an interactive, laugh-a-minute story and you won’t be able to help but love this angry little biscuit” * PictureBooksBlogger *“I’ve been waiting to get hold of it ever since I saw the initial press release [...] I can’t wait to read this tonight” * Ultimate Girl Gang *
£6.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd Jungle Snap
Book SynopsisThere are lots of jungle creatures and objects to match in this entertaining card game for young children. There are 52 snap cards (13 matching sets of 4), with labelled pictures showing a parrot, jaguar, monkey, sloth, chameleon and lots more. The game can be played with fewer cards to make it easier for younger players to join in.
£8.63
Usborne Publishing Ltd Lifttheflap Questions and Answers about Growing
Book SynopsisKatie has been writing non-fiction children's books for almost half her life and loves questioning the world from a child's point of view. She's developed some of Usborne's bestselling series, including the See Inside books and Lift-the-flap Questions & Answers. When she's not writing, she likes drinking coffee, walking on the moors and playing competitive board games with her children.
£10.44
