Children & Teen Books

Book SynopsisThe second hilarious adventure in the Worst Witch series.''I wonder,'' said Miss Cackle, ''if there is any hope for you in this Academy, Mildred.''It''s the Summer Term at Miss Cackle''s Academy for Witches and disaster-prone, trainee witch Mildred Hubble is in deep trouble again - all because of the new girl Enid Nightshade, who isn''t nearly as sweet and innocent as she looks...''Millions of young readers have fallen under the spell of Jill Murphy''s Worst Witch'' - Sunday Express There are 8 Worst Witch stories to collect: The Worst WitchThe Worst Witch Strikes AgainA Bad Spell for the Worst WitchThe Worst Witch All at SeaThe Worst Witch Saves the DayThe Worst Witch to the RescueThe Worst Witch and the Wishing StarFirst Prize for the Worst WitchTrade ReviewMillions of young readers have fallen under the spell of Jill Murphy's Worst Witch—Sunday Express

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Book SynopsisThis lovely book has colourful dragons popping out of every page! Open the book and see the magic jump out!Peppa and George are on an adventure to find lots of different dragons and see their magic powers - how many will they find?Keep little hands busy with this brilliant book!Everybody loves Dragons! Also Available:Peppa Pig: Peppa''s Pop-Up UnicornsPeppa Pig: Peppa''s Big Day OutPeppa Pig: Peppa''s Busy Day

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Book SynopsisIs your little one starting school soon? Oh, goody! You''ve come to the right place.Getting your child ready to start school can feel overwhelming, can''t it? It''s a big step for both of you.Bestselling author and social media superstar, Daisy Upton, is here to help, and she has finally written a book for children! Daisy has two children in primary school, and used to be a teaching assistant, so she knows her stuff.Share this gentle, funny guide with your child to support them - and you! - with uniforms, meeting their first teacher, getting to school on the first day, making new friends, finding their way around, having fun at playtime, asking for help, packing their bag, learning about letters and numbers, going to assemblies, getting changed for PE, and much more.And, of course, this book includes lots of five-minute games and activities designed by Daisy to help your child feel confident and excited about taking the big step to big s

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Book SynopsisPacked with striking photography, Eyewitness World War I explores one of the most brutal conflicts of the 20th century.Become an eyewitness to the first conflict fought on a global scale in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of World War One. Made in collaboration with The Imperial War Museum, children will be mesmerised by learning about the world-changing events that led to the start of the conflict.This beautifully illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into life in the muddy trenches and what it was like to be a soldier, along with a broader picture of the events that took place causing the war to start. Using striking full-colour photographs and illustrations of warfare, weaponry, vehicles, maps, and secret documents, this is an eyewitness view of the conflict dubbed the the war to end all wars.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on the First World War, you can expect to find:

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Book SynopsisA board book edition of the Sainsbury''s Children''s Book Awards winner 2020Mabel may be a small fly but she has Big Plans...1. Climb a mountain2. Host a dinner party3. Make friends with a sharkMabel''s friends aren''t being very helpful, but Mabel knows the truth about Big Plans:*Don''t listen to those who say you cannot. Listen to those who say you can!*So, even though a mountain is very, very high and Mabel is very, very small she knows she shouldn''t give up. And even though it might have been easier to fly up a tree, Mabel knows that she needs to keep going and climb!Mabel is the best little fly to show readers big and small that there is nothing more important than the power of confidence, and believing in yourself!Other picture books available from Kim Hillyard:Ned and the Great Garden Hamster Race: a story about kindnessGretel the Wonder Mammoth: a story about overcoming

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Book SynopsisA fun, pocket-sized pop-up book that inspires hands-on learning with the help of a bedtime story! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning.Bold, brightly coloured pictures, lift-the-flap pages and entertaining rhymes, Pocket Pop-Up Peekaboo: Bedtime provides lots of opportunities for parent-and-child interaction and hours of bedtime-themed fun. Go on a journey and find all the hidden bedtime toys!Babies and toddlers will love lifting the big flaps to find five peekaboo surprises pop up from the pages: Fluffy Chick, Cuddly Ted, Miss Elephant, Big Bunny, and Mr Owl! Vocabulary about bedtime toys are carefully woven throughout, making this board book a fun and easy story about finding Big Bunny's friends before going to bed. Inside the pages of this adventure pop-up book, you'll find:- A compact, handy pocket-sized format - ideal for taking on the go.- Hands-on play

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Book SynopsisThe third exciting entry in Rick Riordan''s best-selling Heroes of Olympus series is now a graphic novel!In The Son of Neptune, Percy, Hazel, and Frank met in Camp Jupiter, the Roman equivalent of Camp Half-Blood, and traveled to the land beyond the gods to complete a dangerous quest. The third book in the Heroes of Olympus series will unite them with Jason, Piper, and Leo. But they number only six--who will complete the Prophecy of Seven?With old friends and new friends joining forces, a marvelous ship, fearsome foes, and an exotic setting, The Mark of Athena promises to be another unforgettable adventure by master storyteller Rick Riordan.Rick Riordan''s Percy Jackson and the Olympians will soon be a series on Disney+.

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Book SynopsisHomeward Bound meets Elf in this heartwarming tale for the whole family. Can Chris, Holly, and Ivy help Santa's dog Peppermint Bark jingle all the way home to the North Pole before Christmas Day ends?

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Book SynopsisMalorie Blackman has written over seventy books for children and young adults, including the Noughts & Crosses series, Thief and a science-fiction thriller, Chasing the Stars. Many of her books have also been adapted for stage and television, including a BAFTA-award-winning BBC production of Pig-Heart Boy and a Pilot Theatre stage adaptation by Sabrina Mahfouz of Noughts & Crosses. There is also a major BBC production of Noughts & Crosses, with Roc Nation (Jay-Z's entertainment company) curating the soundtrack as executive music producer. In 2005 Malorie was honoured with the Eleanor Farjeon Award in recognition of her distinguished contribution to the world of children's books. In 2008 she received an OBE for her services to children's literature, and between 2013 and 2015 she was the Children's Laureate. Most recently Malorie wrote for the Doctor Who series on BBC One, and the fifth novel in her Noughts & Crosses series, Crossfire, was published by Penguin Random House Children's in summer 2019.Trade ReviewA thriller with lots of humour and suspense . . . A very accessible and exciting book for younger readers * Writeaway! *Racy thriller . . . Her characters are credible and the pace is kept up throughout . . . Some exciting twists and turns will keep the reader guessing * Daily Telegraph *An exciting thriller, with code-breaking schoolgirl detectives * Guardian *A sparkling read * Sunday Tribune *Clever and surprising. That's what makes it so brilliant -- Olivia, aged 9 * Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisMichael Morpurgo has created a sweeping and dramatic story in the time of Bonnie Prince Charlie. This spellbinding tale is complemented perfectly by Michael Foreman''s illustrations.Robbie McLeod and a wolf cub, both orphaned, venture far from their birthplace, a land of rebellious fighters and vicious redcoats. There is little constancy in Robbie''s adventurous life, save for the companionship of his wolf. But when at last Robbie finds a place where he can peacefully make his home, he knows in his heart that the wolf must find his own natural home too . . .Trade ReviewMichael Morpurgo has a knack of taking one small fact and weaving around it a vibrant tale that brings a slice of history to life * TES *The deceptively simple narrative style . . . conveys hope and despair, love and hate, and finally peace . . . Satisfying, thoughtful and ultimately heart-warming * Financial Times *This is a beautifully produced book, with a striking peephole cover and pen-and-wash illustrations by Michael Foreman that serve to dramatise the emotional depth of this touching story about friendship in adversity * Glasgow Herald *A stirring tale of loyalty and bravery, superbly illustrated * Shelf Life *

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Book SynopsisThe games Michael is playing have become all too real. Only weeks ago, sinking into the Sleep was fun. The VirtNet combined the most cutting-edge technology and the most sophisticated gaming for a full mind-body experience. And it was Michael's passion. But now every time Michael sinks, he risks his life.The games are over. The VirtNet has become a world of deadly consequences, and Kaine grows stronger by the day. The Mortality Doctrine Kaine's master plan has nearly been realized, and little by little the line separating the virtual from the real is blurring. If Kaine succeeds, it will mean worldwide cyber domination. And it looks like Michael and his friends are the only ones who can put the monster back in the box if Michael can figure out who his friends really are.From the New York Times bestselling author of the Maze Runner series comes The Game of Lives, the thrilling finale to the Mortality Doctrine series. Perfect for fans of DiverTrade ReviewDashner throws everything he has in to this volume, making for a breathless, action-packed read that will have readers on the edges of their seats. A fitting end to an exceptional trilogy. * Kirkus Reviews *Nonstop action . . . Dashner’s vision of the VirtNet universe is world-class world building * Booklist *Lovers of science and science fiction alike will thrive in the virtual reality world within the novel. A brilliant merging of reality and fiction, this work doesn’t stand alone, so only fans of the previous volumes will be able to jump right in. * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisHelp support your child''s number and counting skills with Peppa Pig and friends in this colourful wipe-clean activity book. Children will practise counting from 1-20, use numbers in a sequence, draw in the missing objects on the pages to make the correct number of items and other activities that make learning seem effortless and fun!Ideal for young readers who are starting school and developing their early number skills and pencil control. Children can wipe the page clean and practise again and again. Includes a free pen. The perfect follow-on title from Practise with Peppa: Wipe-Clean First Numbers, which practises first numbers from 1-10. For more confident learners, why not also try Practise with Peppa: Wipe-Clean Telling the Time.

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Book SynopsisCome together as a family this Lent to learn and reflect on 40 Bible stories as you decorate your very own Easter treeTable of ContentsContentsSet-up Instructions . . . . . . 6Day 1 In the wilderness . . . . 8Day 2 A miraculous catch . . . 9Day 3 The wedding . . . . . 10Day 4 Blessings . . . . . . . .11Day 5 Salt and light . . . . . 12Day 6 “Stand up” . . . . . . 13Day 7 Two builders . . . . . . 14Day 8 Seek and find . . . . . 15Day 9 Love . . . . . . . . . . 16Day 10 “Be still” . . . . . . . 17Day 11 Jairus’ daughter . . . 18Day 12 The sower . . . . . . 19Day 13 At the well . . . . . . 20Day 14 Sent out . . . . . . . 21Day 15 Martha and Mary . . . 22Day 16 The Lord’s prayer . . 23Day 17 Do not worry . . . . . 24Day 18 The rich fool . . . . . 25Day 19 The mustard seed . . 26Day 20 Feeding 5,000 . . . . 27Day 21 Walking on water . . . 28Day 22 Dazzling figures . . . 29Day 23 The Good Samaritan . 30Day 24 The banquet . . . . . 31Day 25 The lost sheep . . . . 32Day 26 The lost son . . . . . 33Day 27 Thank you . . . . . . 34Day 28 The children . . . . . 35Day 29 Bartimaeus . . . . . . 36Day 30 Zacchaeus . . . . . . 37Day 31 The talents . . . . . . 38Day 32 Lazarus . . . . . . . . 39Day 33 The true vine . . . . . 40Day 34 Entering Jerusalem . . 41Day 35 Washing feet . . . . . 42Day 36 The last supper . . . . 43Day 37 The garden . . . . . . 44Day 38 Peter’s betrayal . . . . 45Day 39 Crucified . . . . . . . 46Day 40 Raised . . . . . . . . 47

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Book SynopsisRay, one of the heroes in Where The Poppies Now Grow, assumes the role of stretcher bearer and with the help of his trusty friend, mercy dog, Flo who is equipped with her first aid kit, goes in search of the injured. This book depicts key landmarks, towns and villages in the Somme area. Suitable for all ages.

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Book SynopsisOutdoor adventure and makerspace tech combine in this inspiring how-to from the 2020 Guinness World Record holding brothers behind the popular Facebook page The Days Are Just Packed.

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Book SynopsisThis is the story of how we became freaks. It''s how a group of I''s became a we.When Class 10B got their flu shots, they expected some side effects. Maybe a sore arm. Maybe a headache. They definitely didn''t expect to get telepathy. But suddenly they could hear what everyone was thinking. Their friends. Their teachers. Their parents. Now they all know that Tess has a crush on her best friend, Teddy. That Mackenzie cheated on Cooper. That Nurse Carmichael used to be a stripper. Some of them will thrive. Some of them will break. None of them will ever be the same. A smart and funny story about friendship, first love and surviving high school from the bestselling author of Ten Things We Shouldn''t Have Done.Trade ReviewSTARRED REVIEW: With wit, energy, and an uncanny understanding of teenage logic, Mlynowski weighs the pros and cons of independence in this modern cautionary tale. * Publishers Weekly *A fascinating novel... fun, clever. * * * * * Books for Keeps *Quirky... would definitely recommend. * Scottish Daily Record *I liked the idea behind the book and the way it was written in a slightly quirky way * Scottish Daily Record *

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Book SynopsisJoin Katie as she steps into some of the most famous paintings in the world for an exciting art adventure! The stars in Vincent van Gogh''s painting are so beautiful that Katie can''t resist reaching in and taking one. But what will she do when all the other stars come tumbling out of the painting, too? Will Katie be able to catch the stars before the gallery guard notices they''ve floated away? ''A wonderful way to engage children with art. A brilliant combination of education and storytelling'' - Parents in Touch (Katie''s Picture Show)This first introduction to Van Gogh features five of his most brilliant paintings: The Starry Night, Noon, Vincent''s Chair, Fishing Boats on the Beach and The Olive Grove.Classic picture book character, Katie, has been delighting children for over 25 years. Why not collect all 13 titles in the series?Katie''s Picture ShowKatie and the ImpressionistsKatie and the Mona LisaKatie anTrade ReviewA great way to introduce youngsters to Vincent van Gogh's genius * Aldershot News & Mail *Mayhew's illustrations are exquisite whether they are of van Gogh's masterpieces or his own story. A welcome addition to the Katie series, this deserves to be cherished * The Scotsman *A lovely way to discuss art with a child * The Bookbag *A great way to bring art to life for children and to help them understand and appreciate great paintings * Parents In Touch *An exciting way to teach children about art * Baby & Me *Cleverly done and beautifully illustrated * Birmingham Post *

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Book SynopsisDiscover all your favourite vehicles in this busy book of things that go!With fun rhyming text and bright, bold artwork, this bestselling book is jam-packed with diggers, tractors, rubbish trucks, fire engines, cranes and much, much more.This special gift edition features a tactile padded cover and sturdy card pages. The perfect gift for little vehicle fans!Trade Review[Has] everything to gladden the heart of a motor mad child. Great stuff. * The Guardian *All kinds of large and noisy machines feature in this bright book, with a bouncily rhythmic text which young mechanics will love -- and soon learn off by heart! * Scottish Book Trust *There is an enormous amount to look at and discuss * Carousel *This book goes everywhere with us * Angels & Urchins *Vibrant images and equalling rich and evocative onomatopoeic language, delivered in a bouncy rhythm. * Junior *

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Book SynopsisChug, chug big tractor, can we ride with you? It''s a new day on the farm and there are lots of work to do!Your little tractor-lover will love flipping through the pages of this adorable picture book. It even includes exciting farmyard sounds. Your child will learn all about the hard-working tractor and the jobs it does on the farm! This book is packed with lots of lift-the-flap fun and exciting vehicle and animal sounds to be heard! A brilliant storybook for tractor-mad kids. Little hands will not be able to resist lifting the flaps to hear all the farmyard sounds like the revving of a tractor''s engine or the quacking of a duck.Your child will discover exciting inclusions like touch and feel patches, sturdy flaps, and fun pop-outs as they follow Chug, Chug Tractor around the farm. Packed with bold, bright pictures and entertaining rhyming text. This charming pre-school board book offers plenty of opportunities for hands-on interactive learning.

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Book SynopsisA tiger left behind. A goddess in need of an ally.Stranded in a time and place he never wished for, Kishan Rajaram struggles to forget the girl he loves and the brother who stole her away as he fulfills his divine role - that of assisting the beautiful yet extremely irritable goddess Durga. When the wily shaman Phet appears and tells Kishan that Kelsey needs him, he jumps at the chance to see her again, but in saving Kelsey, he discovers that the curse he thought was over is only just beginning. With the power of the goddess hanging in the balance, Kishan must sacrifice the unthinkable to fight the dark forces swirling around the woman he''s charged to defend.***************Praise for the Tigers Curse series''A sweet romance and heart-pounding adventure . . . Tiger''s Curse is magical!'' - Becca Fitzpatrick, New York Times best-selling authorTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR COLLEEN HOUCK * - *A sweet romance and heart-pounding adventure . . . Tiger's Curse is magical! * Becca Fitzpatrick, New York Times best-selling author *Epic, grand adventure rolled into a sweeping love story * Sophie Jordan *Part Indiana Jones and part fairy tale * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisPinky Kumar wears the social justice warrior badge with pride. From raccoon hospitals to persecuted rockstars, no cause is too esoteric for her to champion. But a teeny tiny part of her also really enjoys making her conservative, buttoned-up corporate lawyer parents cringe.Samir Jha might have a few . . . quirks remaining from the time he had to take care of his sick mother, like the endless lists he makes in his planner and the way he schedules every minute of every day, but those are good things. They make life predictable and steady.Pinky loves lazy summers at her parents' Cape Cod lake house, but after listening to them harangue her about the poor decisions (aka boyfriends) she's made, she hatches a plan. Get her sorta-friend-sorta-enemy - who is a total Harvard-bound Mama's boy - to pose as her perfect boyfriend for the summer.When Samir's internship falls through, leaving him with an unplanned summer, he gets a text from Pinky asking if he'll be her fake boyfriend in exchange for a new internship. He jumps at the opportunity; Pinky's a freak, but he can survive a summer with her if there's light at the end of the tunnel.As they bicker their way through lighthouses and butterfly habitats, sparks fly, and they both realize this will be a summer they'll never forget.Trade ReviewThere's something irresistible about Sandhya Menon's novels--the romances are sweet and winning, the humor is cheerful and sly, and the families are warm and complicated -- Stephanie PerkinsMenon explores themes of culture and identity with insight and warmth * Kirkus *Sandhya Menon is a welcome and needed voice in YA -- Katherine Webber[A] fun and authentic voice * Buzzfeed *One of YA's fizziest writers . . . Since her 2017 debut When Dimple Met Rishi, Menon has exploded as a major voice on the YA scene . . . witty and original * Entertainment Weekly *

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Book SynopsisA girl who responds to the song that calls to her serves as an example to those who have forgotten how to listen to their lives, how to discern music from noise, how to follow the path of mystery and adventure set before them.

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Book SynopsisA furry, funny and very cute Little Gem that’s full of heart from King of Comedy Jeremy Strong Cats in the bath. Cats in the cupboards. A hundred cats everywhere!Everyone in Jack's class has a pet, but all Jack has is his little brother Freddie. And little brothers don'tmake very good pets. But when Jack meets The Man With The Top Hat and his lovely cat Mrs Wilson,he's about to get the pet he's always wanted – and many, many more … A furry, funny and very cute Little Gem that's full of heart from King of Comedy Jeremy Strong!Trade Review"Will strike a chord with anyone who has ever wished that they could have a pet" – Books for Topics "A furry, funny and very cute Little Gem that's full of heart" – LoveReading4Kids "Strong pens this highly-readable short-chapter book without sacrificing any of his jokes" – Big Issue North "The kind of book that children will remember and want to read over and over again" – Kate Heap, Scope for Imagination "A laughter-filled adventure … Robertson's gallery of bright, colourful and suitably anarchic illustrations are the perfect foil for a story full of mishaps, mayhem and animal magic" – Lancashire Evening Press

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Book SynopsisWorld of Norm author Jonathan Meres returns to Barrington Stoke with a middle-grade canine adventure. Someone new is joining the class at Wigley Primary … He's got four legs, a big bark and shaggy golden curls! Nora, Lou, Marty, Josh and the other children love having Noodle the Doodle at school. He listens when they read him stories, he sings along in music class and he even delivers messages to the other classroom … or at least, he tries to! So when Mr Reed announces that they're taking a school trip to the seaside, they're thrilled that Noodle will be coming too. But the beach is an exciting place for a dog – perhaps too exciting. Will Noodle be on his best behaviour or will the whole trip end in chaos? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+Trade Review"Jonathan Meres clearly understands children as well as he understands dogs … young readers will very much enjoy sharing Noodle's adventures" – LoveReading4Kids "Delightfully funny and with super illustrations, this book will have children giggling away" – My Shelves Are Full, blog "Full of fun, excitement and outright giddiness" – Kate Heap, Scope for Imagination "Short and sweet and filled with humour which left me with a smlle on my face … 5 out of 5 stars" – Worlds Smallest Library, blog

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Book SynopsisJoin your favourite characters, Sooty, Sweep and Soo for lots painting fun in this exciting, but simple to colour activity book perfect for little hands as they master their fine motor skills. Just add water and the magic words, ''izzy, wizzy, let''s get busy!'' to bring the pictures to life!

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Book SynopsisJoin Alice the Aspiesaurus in this new heart-warming picture book that teaches children the value of friendship and helping others. It gives children a positive role model by showing Alice growing in confidence and facing her fear, while also teaching children that not everyone likes to be teased. Alice the Aspiesaurus thought she was the only dinosaur who found it hard to fit in. But when new dinosaur Caitlin joins her class, Alice discovers that Caitlin is shy, too. What’s more, Caitlin’s birthday is coming up, and the other dinosaurs are teasing her. Unless Alice helps her, Caitlin will have no one to celebrate her birthday with. Now Alice must be brave. With the help of her friends, she arranges a surprise birthday party for Caitlin. And thanks to Alice’s help, Caitlin can befriend her classmates. This fun, easy-to-read story is based on the author’s personal experiences of what it's like to be different. The book’s original, colourful illustrations are based on the latest dinosaur research, and will appeal to any child who loves dinosaurs.

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Book SynopsisDeveloped to support children with their schoolwork, Help with Homework workbooks will help build children’s confidence and reinforce understanding of key skills at key stages.

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Book SynopsisWhen baby puffins - pufflings - start getting lost, Nora and her Puffin try to understand why. After an adventure to Puffin Island, they realise: the moon and stars aren't bright enough to guide the pufflings safely on their way! Can Nora and Puffin make a difference and save these tiny birds? Can they make the night sky shine again?Trade Review[Anna's] thoughtful debut sets out to raise awareness of endangered species . . . a warm-hearted picture book' * Books for Keeps, praise for Anna Terreros-Martin *Captivating . . . perfect for primary classrooms * Just Imagine, praise for Anna Terreros-Martin *

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Book SynopsisKaren McCombie explores identity, friendship and fresh starts in this touching tale perfectly pitched for struggling teen readers. Karen McCombie explores identity, friendship and fresh starts in this touching tale perfectly pitched for struggling teen readers. Ketty doesn’t remember anything about the accident, or much from before. The doctors say her memories will come back, but in the meantime school is a frightening and confusing place. Otis seems to be her only friend – he’s kind and caring, funny too. And he may hold the key to remembering the old Ketty … But will Ketty recognise or even like the girl she used to be?

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Book SynopsisIntroducing the interactive Little World series from Ladybird that makes our big world little.Little World is designed for curious toddlers, allowing them to explore familiar landscapes and faraway places, from cities and jungles to outer space and the ocean depths.The gentle narrative is perfect for reading aloud, guiding children on their adventure as they dive the ocean depths and discover the secrets of the sea. A novelty slide, push or pull on every spread also helps children to engage and explore.Allison Black''s bright artwork and charming characters encourage interaction and play, with lots to spot, see and enjoy on every spread.This series has been created in collaboration with subject experts, to produce an accurate representation of the world around us and provide a perfectly designed Little World.Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+<

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Book SynopsisSix Dinner Sid has been settled at Pythagoras Place for some time - but what happens when all his six owners decide to go on holiday at the same time? How will Sid get his six dinners a day....? This Sid adventure has joined the original story and become a much-loved classic picture book.''The appetite for Sid''s cheeky charisma has never dulled.'' - BooksellerIllustrated in Inga Moore''s classic watercolour style, and told with gentle humour, this book is a must-have companion title to the classic bestseller Six Dinner Sid.Sid''s first adventure, Six Dinner Sid is a Smarties Award winner and is in the Daily Telegraph''s top 50 children''s books of all time.Trade ReviewThe appetite for Sid's cheeky charisma has never dulled * The Children's Bookseller *Funny, endearing story with fabulously detailed pictures * Bournemouth Echo *Sid handles it all with his usual aplomb. Excellent * Carousel *The illustrations are vibrant and funny and this book with its series of layers will delight young readers as well as the many adults whose lives have been touched by their own Six Dinner Sids * School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisIt's wintertime at Greenglass House. The smuggler's inn is always quiet during this season, and twelve-year-old Milo, the innkeepers' adopted son, plans to spend his holidays relaxing. But on the first icy night of vacation, the guest bell rings. Soon Milo's home is bursting with guests, each one bearing a story that is connected to the old house.Trade Review"An enchanting, empowering, and cozy read." — Booklist (starred review) "An abundantly diverting mystery." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "The legends and folktales Milford creates add to Nagspeake's charm and gently prepare the ground for a fantasy twist." — Publishers Weekly "Give this one to fans of Trenton Lee Stewart's The Mysterious Benedict Society." — School Library Journal "The intricately woven connections, large cast of memorable characters, and beautifully detailed writing come together to make this exceptionally engaging story leap off the page." — VOYA "Milford employs a Westing Game level of cunning in setting up clues, revealing their importance, and immediately pivoting to a higher level of mystery, gratifying readers as she pulls them into the story." — Horn Book Magazine

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Book SynopsisWINNER of the Greenhouse Funny Prize; SHORTLISTED for the Sainsbury''s Book Award and numerous regional awards, this hilarious series is adored by its readers!Our favourite pompous pigeon is BACK! And about to trade places with a pigeon prince, descended from Indian royalty.Dave Pigeon and his best friend Skipper are taking in the sights of London. Whilst pecking around the gates of the Royal Palace, looking for high-brow snacks to feast on, they meet Prince Raju Pigeon, one of the Queen's personal birds from the Royal Lofts. Raju is tired of royal life and longs to see life beyond the palace gates. Dave suggests they swap places for a short while! Raju will get to see how normal pigeon lives and Dave will be pampered in the Royal Lofts.Of course, this all goes to Dave's head and as he laps up the royal treatment becoming more unbearable than ever. But life in high society is not all it''s cracked up to be . .

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Book SynopsisThe fifth book in the New York Times bestselling series with over ten million copies in print!Terrifyingly fun! Max Brallier's The Last Kids on Earth delivers big thrills and even bigger laughs.' Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy KidNow an award-winning Netflix show!Surviving their first winter after the Monster Apocalypse was no easy feat, yet Jack and his buddies waste no time springing to action against some of the nastiest, most evil monsters around. When Jack discovers his Louisville Slicer has new, otherworldly powers, he''s thrown into epic training to find out what kind of destruction the blade can wield. But between fighting off zombies, fleeing from strange, glowy Vine-Thingies erupting from the ground, and squeezing in a video game session or two, there''s barely time left to figure out what''s wrong with their buddy, Dirk, who''s been acting weird any time he''s around the undead. When an unexpected villain appears, can Jack and his friends save themselves and the reTrade Review'Terrifyingly fun! Max Brallier's The Last Kids on Earth delivers big thrills and even bigger laughs.' Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid 'this is the perfect book for any kid who's ever dreamed of starring in his or her own comic book or video game.', Critic, KIDSREADS.COM 'terrifically funny … Holgate’s b&w cartoons mix splatter-and-slime-heavy action sequences with humorous character profiles (a portrait of a “winged wretch… points out the creature’s “huge, hooked talons like a freaking velociraptor…), all playing into Jack’s gamified take on post-apocalyptic life. Snarky end-of-the-world fun. Ages 8–12.', Reviewer, Publisher's Weekly

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Book SynopsisKate Rolfe is a very talented author/illustrator. She studied Animation at Plymouth College of Art, before doing her degree in Film Production at Northern Film School, following which she worked in theatre, graphic design and marketing. In recent years, she returned to study, graduating with an MA in Children's Book Illustration from Cambridge School of Art in 2022.Aside from writing & illustrating, Kate also works in textile design, teaches and lectures in illustration, and runs regular online drawing and writing workshops. Born in Yorkshire, she now lives in the Suffolk countryside with her wobbly cat, Pip. Kate has already won several awards including New Talent in Children's Publishing at the World Illustration Award and Student Illustrator of the Year at the V&A Illustration awards. Kate was also a runner-up in the Macmillan Prize for Illustration for her debut picture book, Wolf and Bear.

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Book SynopsisMara Rutherford'sThe Poison Seasontook me on journey through a bloodthirsty forest, where two star-crossed lovers discover the true meaning of poison. It brims with evocative storytelling that left me enchanted! Emily J. Taylor,New York Timesbestselling author ofHotel MagnifiqueOutsiders are always given a choice: the Forest or the lake. Either way, they're never heard from again. Leelo has spent her entire life on Endla, coexisting with the bloodthirsty Forest and respecting the poisonouslake that protects her island from outsiders who seek to destroy it. But as much as Leelo cares for her community, she struggles to accept that her younger brotherwill be exiled by his next birthday, unless he gains the magic of enchanted song so vital to Endla. When Leelo sees a young outsider on the verge of drowning in the lake, sheknows exactly what she's supposed to do. But in a moment that will change everything, Leelo betrays her family, her best friend, and Endla by making an unthinkable Trade Review"Mara Rutherford’s The Poison Season took me on journey through a bloodthirsty forest, where two star-crossed lovers discover the true meaning of poison. It brims with evocative storytelling that left me enchanted!" — Emily J. Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of Hotel Magnifique"Whimsical, romantic, and satisfying." —Kirkus Reviews“This darkly magical tale, mixing forbidden romance, family drama, and a suspenseful mystery, is a strong standalone fantasy.” —Booklist "The Poison Season is a haunting and fairytale-esque YA fantasy about fear, love, and community. Recommend for fans of Small Favors, Lakesedge, and The Bone Houses." —YA Books CentralPraise for A Multitude of Dreams:“Rutherford’s talent for creating a story that haunts and unravels you is not unlike Poe in her mastery.” —Buzzfeed“A bloody, fast-paced, and starkly beautiful reimagining of a Gothic classic—with a determined, fierce heroine at its heart. You’ll be lured into the rotten opulence of Eldridge Hall, and you won’t ever want to leave.” —Allison Saft, New York Times bestselling author of A Far Wilder Magic “Mara Rutherford’s gothic fantasy glitters with romance and dangerous secrets, rotting castles and slow-burning suspense. A spellbinding tale woven with horror and hope that will linger with readers long after the final page." —Rebecca Ross, New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals"With its slow-burning romance, masquerading characters, and dangerous castle intrigue, this timely fantasy enthralled me from the first page to last!” —Kathryn Purdie, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Bone Crier’s Moon"A Multitude of Dreams immerses you in lush, grotesque glamor; a world of decaying gothic manors and sinister monsters, where suspenseful horror is threaded with an undercurrent of determination and hope." —Lyndall Clipstone, author of the World at the Lake’s Edge duology and Unholy Terrors"Inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Masque of the Red Death,” this lush, eerie tale balances mystery, horror, and romance...Exquisitely moody and goose bumps-inducing." —Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisAn amazing pop-up book all about your body and how it works, with fun and friendly illustrations, and inventive ways to explain the facts.Take a look at everything to do with your body inside and out! How did you begin? Ever wondered how you breathe, smell or move? Or why you have to eat? And what your insides look like? See how it all works and find out the story of your body, starting right at the very beginning of youTrade ReviewA proper old-fashioned novelty book…tons of appeal. * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisSoon to be a Netflix film starring Stranger Things'' Millie Bobby Brown - this must-read psychological thriller, perfect for fans of One of Us Is Lying, will leave you guessing until the final page. ''Unlike anything I''ve read before... immediate, gripping, incredibly tense, heart-breaking, heart-warming and FUN! '' - Holly Jackson, author of A Good Girl''s Guide to MurderAs an ex con artist, Nora has always got herself out of tricky situations. But the ultimate test lies in wait when she''s taken hostage in a bank heist. And this time, Nora doesn''t have an escape plan ...Meet Nora. Also known as Rebecca, Samantha, Haley, Katie and Ashley - the girls she''s been.Nora didn''t choose a life of deception - she was born into it. As the daughter of a con artist who targeted criminal men, Nora always had to play a part. But when her mother fell for one of the men instead of conning him, Nora pulleTrade ReviewA captivating, explosive, and satisfyingly queer thriller * Kirkus *The Girls I've Been is unlike anything I've read before: immediate, gripping, incredibly tense, heart-breaking, heart-warming and FUN! The hot-red suspense of both Nora's past and the unfolding robbery at the bank had me racing through the chapters to find out what happens. This brilliant, thrilling, twisty book held me hostage until the very last page. * Holly Jackson *Grifters! Secret identities! Death-defying escapes! The Girls I've Been is a powerful gut-punch of a book that will leave you reeling long after its final pages. I couldn't put it down! * Chelsea Pitcher *'Slick, stylish and full of suspense * Sophie McKenzie *Oh my god, I could hardly breathe until I finished. The tension! Absolutely loved it. * Emily Barr *Fiercely captivating and impressively characterized, this tightly plotted thriller is engrossing from start to finish. * Booklist *[A] romance, a tragedy and a story about reclaiming agency and power. It is a triumph. * BookPage *

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Book SynopsisThis exciting story brings the tale of the great fire of London to life for young readers. When Will Farriner wakes to the sound of crackling flames and the smell of smoke, he knows something is terribly wrong! As his family escape the flames engulfing their bakery, Will realises he must stop the fire from spreading. But what can be done before all of London goes up in smoke?Full of adventure and danger, this short text is suitable for struggling readers but engaging enough to give confident readers a quick, fun read.Suitable for use in schools as guided reading texts or for reading independently.Trade ReviewThis short but very exciting text s suitable for struggling readers but engaging enough to give confident readers a quick, fun and informative read * Parents In Touch *I liked the book because it was exciting and it made me happy because at the end London was saved ... I loved it. I put it as ten out of ten! -- Ruari, aged 5 * Young Archaeologists' Club *

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Book SynopsisWho are you at 16, if you can't remember anything about your life since you were 12? A brilliant exploration of identity and love for YA readers, by the bestselling author of Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow. After an accident that leaves her with partial amnesia, Naomi tries to piece together the fragments of the last three-and-a-half years of her life. She discovers that she has a tennis-champion boyfriend but can't remember him, is co-editor of the yearbook with a quirky guy who wears a smoking jacket, her parents are divorced, and she apparently hates her mother. She has friends who simply don't seem that attractive any more and, despite having meticulously kept a diary during the now-lost years, she only wrote about what she ate every day in it! But when a girl loses three-and-a-half years, she gets a chance to reinvent herself. After all, who is to say that everything has to stay the same? 'Essentially a love story, it is also an exploration of teenage identity, handled with such a skilful blend of wit, intelligence and tenderness that readers will lose themselves in the story and find themselves in the process.' Daily Telegraph Trade ReviewEssentially a love story, it is also an exploration of teenage identity, handled with such a skilful blend of wit, intelligence and tenderness that readers will lose themselves in the story and find themselves in the process * Daily Telegraph *Zevin is completely convincing on the intensity of early passion and the way it can evaporate in the ray of something new, and she has a light touch with the deceptively shallow anguish of adolescence * New York Times Book Review *A compelling read with intelligent dialogue that’s also touching and funny * School Library Journal *

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Book Synopsis"I was special. I was a hero. I lost the best friend I ever had."Eleven-year-old Maggie lives in Fennis Wick, enclosed and protected from the outside world by a boundary, beyond which the Quiet War rages and the dirty, dangerous wanderers roam. Her brother Jed is an eldest, revered and special. A hero. Her younger brother is Trig - everyone loves Trig. But Maggie's just a middler; invisible and left behind. Then, one hot September day, she meets Una, a hungry wanderer girl in need of help, and everything Maggie has ever known gets turned on its head.Narrated expertly and often hilariously by Maggie, we experience the trials and frustrations of being the forgotten middle child, the child with no voice, even in her own family.This gripping story of forbidden friendship, loyalty and betrayal is perfect for fans of Malorie Blackman, Meg Rosoff, Frances Hardinge and Margaret Atwood."I thought I'd almost reached my fill of dystopian novels, but Kirsty Applebaum has rebooted the genre. The plot pulls you along and I liked Maggie more and more as she grew in courage. There is a touch of Harper Lee's Scout about her." - Alex O'Connell, The Times Also by Kirsty Applebaum: TrooFriend

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Book SynopsisNew threats, new foes . . . and a new partner?! Your favourite feline secret agent is back for a new adventure!Agent 9 is back in action at the Super-Secret Spy Service, and it couldn't come at a better time. The next assignment? Stopping the Wolf, a cunning canine who's been hired by the sinister organisation DiViSiON to hunt down the final pieces of a mind-control device. It's a mission of such paramount importance that Nine must do the unthinkable - work with a partner!S4 teams up Agent 9 with Traps, a mouse who specialises in covert operations (and knitting too). Unfortunately, the partnership gets off to a rocky start. And despite their best efforts, the Wolf always seems to be one step ahead. With time running out and DiViSiON's plans to take over the world nearly complete, can Nine overcome the toughest challenge yet: being part of a team?This hilarious, action-packed spy series is perfect for fans of funny crime-fighting stories like The InvestiGators, The Bad Guys and Dog Man!Trade ReviewA joyfully chaotic action comic. Agent 9's adventures zing along at breakneck speed, peppered with great one-liners and fish-flavoured snacks. * Louie Stowell, author of the bestselling LOKI: A BAD GOD'S GUIDE series *The Agent 9 books are giddy, fun, frantic graphic novels that practically explode off the page! Full of bombastic action and adventure that will make every child laugh out loud, plus a fantastic cast of spies and villains. I cannot recommend these brilliant graphic novels enough! * Mark Bradley, author of BUMBLE & SNUG *Funny, adorable, and action-packed! * Kazu Kibuishi, #1 New York Times bestselling creator of the Amulet series *Every kid will see themselves in this feisty, mischievous cat. Action, adventure, and plenty of laughs in this well-crafted, super fun world. * LeUyen Pham, New York Times bestselling co-creator of the Princess in Black series *A delightful graphic romp. With a blend of thrilling chase scenes and a generous helping of humor, this crowd pleaser should be catnip to fans of series like Aaron Blabey's The Bad Guys. Spy aficionados will find this purr-fect. * Kirkus Reviews, on Agent 9: Flood-a-geddon! *Packed with thrills and adventure on every page, the punchy graphic novel format will appeal to less confident readers aged 7-9 in years 3&4. * The School Reading List *This crime-fighting caper is perfect for readers who like their adventures to be funny as well as exciting. * Week Junior *

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Book SynopsisThe first in a new series of novelty board books from bestselling author Tom Fletcher!CHEEP CHEEP! Little Chick is looking for her baby brother - can you you help her find him?Tap, slide, and jiggle the pages to help Little Chick as she searches for her brother amongst all the eggs - and discover some new friends along the way!A new novelty board-book range from the world of Tom Fletcher's bestselling Who's in Your Book series, which has sold over 2 million copies worldwide. These books bring the interactive magic to a younger audience, helping with early development and encouraging curiosity and a love of reading for little ones.For readers up to five, discover the exciting world of Who''s in Your Book:There''s a Monster in Your BookThere''s a Dragon in Your BookThere''s an Alien in Your BookThere''s an Elf in Your BookThere''s a Superhero in Your BookThere''s a Witch in Your Book

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Book SynopsisJean Claude is a self-taught illustrator from the UK, who studied History of Art at Cambridge. He is currently living and working in Brooklyn, New York, with his partner and child, and their (slightly) overweight cat. When he's not drawing, he loves making ceramics in a local studio, visiting the botanical gardens, and baking bread.

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Book SynopsisHelp defeat the Big Bad Wolf in this interactive tale from Tom Fletcher - an extended edition of the bestselling World Book Day story! LOOK! Who''s that in your book?It''s Monster, Dragon, Alien, and Witch.And... WOW! They have made you a book! A book inside your book! Shall we read it together?Explore this interactive adventure and help the friends as they try and get rid of the BIG BAD WOLF that has taken over their book! This engaging and playful story is a true celebration of reading, performing, and storytelling from bestselling children''s author Tom Fletcher.Who''s in Your Book?Interactive adventures for big imaginationsAlso in this series:There''s a Monster in Your Book: makes reading interactive and funThere''s a Dragon in Your Book: explores empathy and responsibilityThere''s an Alien in Your Book: explores acceptance and inclusionThere''s an Elf in Your Book: explores following instructions and good/bad behaviourThere''s a Superhero in Your Book: explores the power of kindnessThere''s a Witch in Your Book: makes tidying up funThere''s a Unicorn in Your Book: explores soothing your worries through sharing themThere''s a Bear in Your Book: makes the bedtime routine funThere''s a Dinosaur in Your Book: explores inside and outside voices

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Book SynopsisDr Paul D Taylor is a palaeontologist specializing in fossil invertebrates. The author of four books and over 400 scientific papers, he received a PhD from the University of Durham in 1977 and a DSc from the same university in 2024. Between 1979 and 2018, he was employed as a research scientist at the Natural History Museum in London. He has been Editor-in-Chief for the Palaeontological Association since 2022.

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Book SynopsisDeveloped in consultation with Dee Reid, Rapid Plus is an exciting new series of finely levelled books and software for SEN and struggling readers at Key Stage 3.

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