Children & Teen Books
Pan Macmillan The Gruffalo PopUp
Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson is the author of some of the world's best-loved children's books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, which together have sold over 18 million copies worldwide, and the hugely successful What the Ladybird Heard adventures. Julia also writes fiction, including the Princess Mirror-Belle books illustrated by Lydia Monks, as well as poems, plays and songs and her brilliant live shows are always in demand. She was Children's Laureate 201113 and has been honoured with a CBE for Services to Literature. Julia divides her time between West Sussex and Edinburgh.Axel Scheffler is a star illustrator whose instantly recognizable, warm and witty illustrations have achieved worldwide acclaim and numerous awards. In addition to his picture books, Axel is the illustrator of wonderful novelty and gift books for Macmillan, such as the bestselling The Bedtime Bear, The Tickle Book and Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes. He also illustrates the popular Pip and Posy series. Born in Hamburg, Axel now lives with his family in London.
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Walker Books Ltd The Power of Five Ravens Gate
Book SynopsisThe first book in the bestselling fantasy series The Power of Five by Anthony Horowitz.The first episode in The Power of Five series by the author of the bestselling Alex Rider series, Anthony Horowitz. Matt has always known he has unusual powers. Raised in foster care, he is sent to Yorkshire on a rehabilitation programme, only to find himself in the midst of sinister goings-on. Matt investigates and uncovers a terrible secret eight guardians are protecting the world from the Old Ones, beings banished long ago by five children. But devil worshippers want to let the Old Ones back in...
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Hachette Children's Group Please Mr Panda
Book SynopsisLearn to say ''Please'' with Mr Panda in this charmingly funny picture book. Mr Panda has a tray of doughnuts. Patiently and politely, Mr Panda asks his friends if they would like one. Each animal says yes, but without the all-important ''please''! Is anyone worthy of Mr Panda''s doughnuts? An ideal book for kids to learn about good manners. The SunSimple yet funny enough for multiple readings. KirkusDoes the job beautifully. The Times (Children''s Book of the Week) Look out for more books starring the grumpy (but loveable!) Mr Panda. Over half a million copies sold to date! Thank You Mr Panda I''ll Wait Mr Panda Goodnight Mr PandaMr Panda''s ColoursMr Panda''s FeelingsTrade ReviewThe Queen's Hat highlighted Antony as a hot new talent, and this, his third book, will win him more fans. A witty look at manners. * Bookseller *Households with toddlers may find a new family catchphrase. Simple yet funny enough for multiple readings. * Kirkus *Smart design decisions by Antony distinguish his visual storytelling. * Publishers Weekly *A simple morality tale... does the job beautifully. * The Times (Children's Book of the Week) *Steve Antony is one to keep an eye on. * picturebooksblogger *Remember to say "please"and "thank you" if you want a sweet treat from this bear! * Buzzfeed *Households with toddlers may find a new family catchphrase...Simple yet funny enough for multiple readings * Kirkus Reviews *Very sophisticated * Montreal Gazette *A simple, funny lesson in manners * Books For Keeps *A beautifully designed and illustrated picture book of unparalleled deliciousness * WRD About Books *A simple, funny lesson in manners...The book has a Jon Klassen appeal to it, with its repeated text, restricted colour palate. minimalist backgrounds and the way that sometimes only tiny changes to the artwork - a raised eyebrow on the whale for instance - are used to convey different emotions * Books For Keeps *uses monochrome to splendid effect, not just for the quite justifiably grumpy Mr Panda, but for all the animals he meets and to whom he offers his delicious, brightly-coloured tray of doughnuts. Each of them is refused and clever young children will soon guess the reason why * The School Librarian *Will spark discussion and deserves multiple readings. I love Mr Panda's expressions and have felt that way myself before when people aren't polite. Your best buy BEFORE Christmas especially for little ones yelling I WANT! * South Wales Evening Post (Swansea) *For the grandchildren Please Mr Panda by Steve Antony has been the number one * Books For Keeps *With bold illustrations and spare prose that keep the mood light and playful, Antony offers a delightful primer on manners your children will ask for again and again * Barnes & Noble *
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Good Bear
Book SynopsisA story of friendship to treasure this Christmas . . . From the bestselling author of A DOG CALLED HOMELESS, this is the perfect Christmas gift for fans of Michael Morpurgo, Lauren St John and Sara Pennypacker's PAX. It’s the Christmas holidays and Thea is looking forward to spending them with her father. She can tell him all about her plans to become a writer, and maybe he’ll buy her the typewriter she’s been dreaming of. But when Thea arrives in snowy Norway, everything feels . . . wrong. Her father is as distant as ever and now she has to share him with his new family: his girlfriend Inge and her children. Then Thea makes a surprising discovery. Deep in the snowy woods by the house, is a bear. He’s scared and hungry and he desperately needs Thea’s help. When the town hears abTrade ReviewAuthor Sarah Lean and illustrator Fiona Woodcock build a beautiful, wintery world for this story about family and friendship * The Scotsman *Sarah Lean’s beautifully written story about a lonely girl and a brown bear is a modern fairytale * Booktrust *Beautifully written with lovely illustrations, this heart-warming animal story is a real delight – perfect for cosy winter reading * The Week Junior *Beautiful, wise and tender -- Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark CallerA big, beautiful hug of a book and the perfect winter companion -- Phil Earle, author of When the Sky FallsA heart-warming story -- Abi Elphinstone, author of The Unmapped Chronicles seriesWhen she meets a bear in the woods, it leads to a transformative friendship that will help to mend the family’s divisions * The Telegraph's best new children’s books to buy for Christmas 2021 *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Foxlight
Book Synopsis*** WINNER OF THE 2024 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR CHILDREN'S WRITING ***From the author of October, October, winner of the Yoto Carnegie Medal, comes a heartbreaking and heart-warming story about sisterhood, found family and accepting love in the most unusual and unknown places. Fen and Rey were found curled up small and tight in the fiery fur of the foxes at the very edge of the wildlands. Fen is loud and fierce and free. She feels a connection to foxes and a calling from the wild that she's desperate to return to. Rey is quiet and shy and an expert on nature. She reads about the birds, feeds the lands and nurtures the world around her. They are twin sisters. Different and the same. Separate and connected. They will always have each other, even if they don't have a mother and don't know their beginning. But they do want answers. Answers to who their mother is and where she might be. What their story is and how it began. So when a fox appears late one night at the house, Fen and Rey see
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Squirrel and Duck Invasion of the DoggySnatchers
Book SynopsisHilarious illustrated fiction about unlikely friends Squirrel and Duck. Laugh on every page as they take down a secret alien conspiracy! Perfect for fans of Mr Gum, Dog Man and Grimwood
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Pan Macmillan Bothered by Bugs
Book SynopsisAnother brilliant Pete the Badger story from the inimitable Emily Gravett: plenty of laughs and an important environmental message.
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Pan Macmillan A Tempest of Tea
Book SynopsisAn intoxicating brew of vampires, secrets and romance. A Tempest of Tea by Hafsah Faizal, bestselling author of TikTok sensation We Hunt the Flame, is perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo's Six of Crows.'A riveting page-turner, A Tempest of Tea is brewed to perfection' – Rebecca Ross, author of Divine Rivals'If you like vampires, romance, and kick-ass characters with magic weapons, look no further and you’ll be delighted! - Ali Hazelwood, author of The Love HypothesisOn the streets of White Roaring, Arthie Casimir is a criminal mastermind and collector of secrets. Her prestigious tearoom transforms into an illegal bloodhouse by dark, catering to the vampires feared by society. But when her establishment is threatened, Arthie is forced to strike an unlikely deal with an alluring adversary to save it – and she can't do the job alone.Calling on some of the city'
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Walker Books Ltd A Golden Eid
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HarperCollins Publishers Dyslexia-friendly Classics – Animal Farm:
Book SynopsisOrwell’s powerfully unnerving and enduring allegory of oppression and rebellion, brought to life for a new age of readers in a stunning dyslexia-friendly edition from Barrington Stoke. Orwell’s powerfully unnerving and enduring allegory of oppression and rebellion, brought to life for a new age of readers in a stunning dyslexia-friendly edition. “All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others …” When the lazy and drunken Mr Jones of Manor Farm forgets to feed his livestock the down-trodden and over-worked animals unite to take back their freedom. Led by the pigs Napoleon and Snowball they imagine this rebellion as the start of a life of prosperity and plenty. But as a cunning, brutal, hidden elite begins to take control, something new and unexpected emerges …
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Sweet Cherry Publishing Arabian Nights: The Three Princes and the Magic
Book SynopsisAn adapted, easy-to-read edition of The Three Princes and the Magic Carpet - with engaging illustrations throughout. Brothers Hussain, Ali and Ahmed are very competitive – and they are all in love with Princess Nourinnihar. To win her heart they travel to distant kingdoms, seeking the rarest gifts, from a magic apple to a flying carpet. Until tragedy forces them to work together. In the end, only one prince can marry the princess. Another goes off to see the world and soothe his heartache. The last follows an enchanted arrow to an invisible palace and a beautiful genie … About The Easy Classics Arabian Nights Collection: Do you want stories with genies, a flying carpet and a magic lamp? Your wish is our command! Join Aladdin, Ali Baba, Sinbad and others on their thrilling adventures. The Arabian Nights Children's Collection is perfect for young readers to enjoy for a thousand and one nights and beyond … Suitably adapted and illustrated for younger readers aged 7+.
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Quarto Publishing PLC Josephine Baker: Volume 16
Book SynopsisMeet Josephine Baker, the world-famous entertainer, activist and French Resistance agent in this true story of her life! Part of the beloved Little People, BIG DREAMS series, this inspiring and informative little biography follows the incredible life of Josephine Baker, from growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, during segregation to defying expectations and performing on the stage in Paris, where audiences fell in love with her. Josephine Baker was born for the stage. But growing up in segregated St. Louis, she didn't have the same opportunities as white entertainers. So, she moved to Paris where audiences fell in love with her. Josephine worked as a dancer, an actor and even a spy. She then spent the rest of her life spreading the word that people of all colours can live together in harmony. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the entertainer's amazing life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
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Orion Publishing Co Miniature Enchanted Forest
Book SynopsisDiscover a whole new way to colour with this small-scale, pocket-sized edition of Johanna Basford's bestseller Enchanted Forest. Sharpen your pencils for this mini inky adventure created in beautifully detailed, intricate pen-and-ink illustration, all ready for you to bring to life with colour. Printed on ivory paper with lay-flat binding allowing for a smooth and seamless colouring experience. It also features two brand-new illustrations.
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Sweet Cherry Publishing If Youre Happy and You Know It SingAlong Nursery
Book SynopsisIf you're happy and you know it Clap your hands, stamp your feet and shout Hooray!'! Read or sing along with the nursery rhyme and celebrate feeling happy. Packed with cute characters and colourful illustrations that young children will love. With a free sing-along audiobook!
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Sweet Cherry Publishing Football Rising Stars Darwin Nunez
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Hachette Children's Group Mens Football Legends 2026
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Gemini Books Group 501 More Things to Draw
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Gemini Books Group Ltd Search and Find Jungle Animals
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Floris Books Home of the Wild
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Oneworld Publications In Time With You
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Lonely Planet Global Limited Lonely Planet Kids A Kids Guide to New York City
Book SynopsisGet ready for an epic adventure like no other with our awesome series of kid''s travel guides featuring the most amazing cities around the world. New York City, here we come!Did you know that New York City is home to one of the first playgrounds in the United States, or that the highest point in the city is 100 storeys up, or that an alligator was once found in an NYC sewer? Ignite curious minds with this fascinating guidebook for children and unlock the magic of the Big Apple once and for all.Inside A Kid''s Guide to New York City: The perfect introduction to New York City for kids Take with you on your travels or make epic discoveries from the comfort of home Packed with wow-factor facts, ''what''s the difference?'' challenges and vibrant photography Reveals ''Secrets of the City'' and spotlights weird, wacky and lesser-known sights (there''s even a dog museum!) Insider scoop on how to get around using public transport; places to play; epic views; where and what to eat; heading to Broadway; New York City''s kaleidoscope of culture; gardens and outdoor spaces; wildlife in the city; and more Awesome illustrated maps provide kids with an overview of New York City''s top sights and boroughs Written by Alexa Ward, an editor, children''s author, wildlife enthusiast and aspiring ornithologist The ultimate one-stop shop for mini-explorers to learn all about New York City - plus discover more amazing cities in the series including Paris, Rome and London. Let the adventures begin!
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Ghost
Book SynopsisWhat calls across the centuries to three girls drawn together to lay to rest an ancient evil in the woods?12ADA blackbird calls a warning. Anna, a slave girl running away from her Roman masters, pauses to listen as she lifts a totemic, druid carving she''s found in the tunnel where she''s hiding. The last thing she sees is a tangle of matted fur, a sheaf of claws, a flash of fangs, as she unleashes a hungry animal presence.1783 ADCenturies later, white witch Sarah Gibson wanders the wood in search of refuge. She''s at ease here with the changing seasons, the plants and animals, until one moonlit night, she senses Anna''s terror. The blackbird calls a warning, but Sarah wants to help Anna''s restless spirit.Present dayMarie is furious when her twin, Billy, secures a place at art school and she doesn''t. She is sent to ''cool off'' at her aunt''s. But the woods nearby are hiding something. Marie can feel it. She hears the local gossip about tragic happenings there. Hopelessly caught by the ghostly voices of the past that echo uneasily in her present, Marie must pit her wits against powerful old magic.
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Little Tiger Press Group Clive Penguin
Book SynopsisWho's ever heard of a penguin that doesn't like the cold? Surrounded by the same old snow day in day out and always bloomin' freezing, Clive Penguin wishes he was somewhere else. SOMEONE else. But, with an epic discovery just around the corner, the solution might be easier than he thinks . . . From real life polar-exploring adventurer Huw Lewis Jones and award-winning illustrator Ben Sanders comes a quirky story about getting what you need, rather than what you want. Readers will hoot with laughter at the hilariously deadpan Clive Penguin - a unique voice that's perfect for fans of Jon Klassen, Oliver Jeffers and Morag Hood. Featuring edgy illustrations complete with neon ink. Oh, and penguins.
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Nosy Crow Ltd Secrets of the Snakestone
Book SynopsisIn this breathtaking adventure, Zélie and Jules face a deadly race to solve a family mystery and a vicious crime that stretches from the jungles of Calcutta to the sewers of Paris. Zélie is often accused of being a witch, but she doesn't believe in magic.
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Tate Publishing A Little Guide to Meditation
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A&U Children's Fox
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Boxer Books Limited Clip-Clop
Book SynopsisCat, Dog, Pig and Duck all want to climb aboard Mr Horse for a ride. But when they get bored with the slow pace, they ask Mr Horse to go faster and faster...But will "faster" lead to disaster? A delightful rhythmical text with adorable illustrations, which will enthral every child.
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Boxer Books Limited Big Book of Animals
Book SynopsisThis HUGE format features 40 pages of Britta Teckentrup’s fun-filled Big Noisy Book of Animals. Bursting with information, humor, and colour, this book helps kids learn about what animals eat, how they move, and what makes an animal an animal!
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Townhouse Publishing Ltd Good Morning Kisses
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Crush Publishing Crab Crush Colouring Book
Book SynopsisThis fun colouring book is designed to continue the educational learning that comes from reading the Crush Series stories. It is excellent for children age 3-7 who can enjoy colouring-in their favourite pictures and characters from the life under the sea in Asia. Children will develop their pencil grip and their colouring skills with 28 pages of simple and more complex illustrations.
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Sassi The Savannah
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Barefoot Books Ltd Barefoot BabyProof Baby Dream
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£5.99
HarperCollins Publishers Shatter Me
Book SynopsisOVER 10 MILLION COPIES SOLD. THE GLOBAL BESTSELLER AND TIKTOK SENSATION!Addictive, intense, and oozing with romance Lauren Kate, FallenDangerous, sexy, romantic and intense! Kami Garcia, Beautiful CreaturesMy favourite series of all time Goodreads reviewPerfection TikTok reviewDiscover the romantic, addictive and thrilling world of Tahereh Mafi's fantasy Shatter Me series. This stunning hardback collector's edition with its exclusive design and gold reading ribbon is the perfect gift for fans and new readers alikePowerless meets A Court of Thorns and Roses in this stunningly romantic dystopian YA fantasy. A fragile young teenage girl is held captive.Locked in a cell by The Reestablishment a harsh dictatorship in charge of a crumbling world. This is no ordinary teenager. Juliette is a threat to The Reestablishment''s power. A touch from her can kill one touch is all it takes.But not only is she a threat, she is potentially the most powerful weapon they could have. Juliette has never fought for herself before but when she's reunited with the one person who ever cared about her, the depth of the emotion and the power within her become explosive Trade Review"Addictive, intense, and oozing with romance. I’m envious. I couldn’t put it down.…', – Lauren Kate, New York Times bestselling author of Fallen Dangerous, sexy, romantic and intense. I dare you to stop reading! – Kami Garcia, author of bestselling Beautiful Creatures series
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Scholastic His Dark Materials Wormell slipcase
Book SynopsisPhilip Pullman's bestselling trilogy in one slipcase. Since the firstvolume was published in 1995, and has now been filmed as THEGOLDEN COMPASS, the trilogy has been acclaimed as a modern masterpiece,and has won the UK's top awards for children's literature.
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HarperCollins Publishers WinniethePooh Winter in the Wood
Book SynopsisWrap up warmly and settle down to enjoy these very special Winnie-the-Pooh winter stories.Talented author Jane Riordan has written this wonderful collection of winter stories that are perfect for Pooh fans of all ages to read in the cold winter months.''Winter winter winter is coming. Quickly, quickly, winter is nearly here,'' say whispering voices around the Forest. But who is Winter, Pooh and his friends wonder, and how should they be welcomed?It seems Christopher Robin has a lot to teach his friends about this chillly, magical season, so he sets about giving Pooh the most memorable winter ever; with secret surprises for Christmas and a New Year''s Eve midnight feast.Step into a wintery wonderland with Winnie-the-Pooh and friends in this authorised sequel full of snowflakes, sneezes and secret surprises!Jane has a strong pedigree writing in the style of A.A.Milne, having also created Once There was a Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the King and Tales from the Forest.The stories are bea
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HarperCollins Publishers The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe
Book SynopsisThe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe has enchanted readers for generations and now will delight younger children as a picture book.Brought to life through Christian Birmingham's stunning illustrations, this is a magical winter story for all the family.When Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy are sent to stay with a kind professor who lives in the country, they can hardly imagine the extraordinary adventure that awaits them.It all begins when the children explore the professor's rambling old house. When they come across a room with an old wardrobe in the corner, Lucy opens the door and gets inside. To her amazement, she suddenly finds herself standing in a wood, with snowflakes falling through the air. Lucy has found Narnia, a magical land of fauns and centaurs, nymphs and talking animals and the magnificent lion, Aslan. They are joined by the beautiful but evil White Witch, who has held the country in eternal winter for a hundred years.Christian Birmingham's exquisite illustrations bring the world of Narnia alive and provide the perfect setting for the carefully abridged story. It is a classic in its own right and a magical doorway to all the stories within the Narnia Chronicles.Trade Review“The magic of C. S. Lewis’s parallel universe never fades.” The Times
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Hachette Children's Group Chronicles of Ancient Darkness: Wolf Brother:
Book SynopsisA boy. A wolf. A legend for all time. The first book in the internationally bestselling WOLF BROTHER (Chronicles of Ancient Darkness) series by renowned author Michelle Paver.Thousands of years ago, a powerful and malevolent force conjured a demon: a demon so evil that it could only be contained in the body of a ferocious bear, a demon determined to destroy the world. Only one boy can stop it ... Twelve-year-old Torak sees his father murdered by the bear. With his dying breath, he asks his son to make him a promise. Alone, wounded, terrified and on the run, Torak must now lead the bear to the Mountain of the World Spirit - a mountain that no one has ever found before. But can Torak keep his promise? A terrifying quest commences in a world of wolves, tree spirits and Hidden People, a world in which trusting a friend means risking your life. Audio edition also available, read by Sir Ian McKellen.Latest sequels Oath Taker and Viper's Daughter published in 2020-21.Trade ReviewWolf Brother combines elements of fantasy, prehistoric fiction and facts, to make a brilliant book. This the first in a series of six (and one of the best, too). I would recommend it to any one who likes wolves (essential!), magic and stone age people! * THE GUARDIAN *Wolf Brother combines elements of fantasy, prehistoric fiction and facts, to make a brilliant book. This the first in a series of six (and one of the best, too). I would recommend it to any one who likes wolves (essential!), magic and stone age people! * THE GUARDIAN *The story is a rich tale full strong with the themes of survival, magic and folklore. Michelle Paver manages to install the same dreams in the reader's head that she once had herself - the dream to run with wolves in a prehistoric forest. * FANTASY BOOK REVIEW *The story is a rich tale full strong with the themes of survival, magic and folklore. Michelle Paver manages to install the same dreams in the reader's head that she once had herself - the dream to run with wolves in a prehistoric forest. * FANTASY BOOK REVIEW *Wolf Brother, the first of six books in Chronicles of Ancient Darkness, is a terrific read, and I was instantly grabbed by the throat and whooshed along by the power of the writing. * HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY *Wolf Brother, the first of six books in Chronicles of Ancient Darkness, is a terrific read, and I was instantly grabbed by the throat and whooshed along by the power of the writing. * HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY *Rich in detail which brings the past to life and makes the forest background vivid to all readers * LOVEREADING4KIDS *Rich in detail which brings the past to life and makes the forest background vivid to all readers * LOVEREADING4KIDS *I liked the book because it is a thrilling, packed with a ton of action, and is an adventure you don't usually find in books. Wolf Brother never lets you stop reading, and it keeps a ton of suspense. * TEEN INK subscriber review *I liked the book because it is a thrilling, packed with a ton of action, and is an adventure you don't usually find in books. Wolf Brother never lets you stop reading, and it keeps a ton of suspense. * TEEN INK subscriber review *Wolf Brother is a book where time passes quickly as the reader is absorbed into a colourful world. And before you know it the book has ended and you find you just have to grab the next book in the series and continue reading. * THE DESK OF KAREN LEE FIELD REVIEW *Wolf Brother is a book where time passes quickly as the reader is absorbed into a colourful world. And before you know it the book has ended and you find you just have to grab the next book in the series and continue reading. * THE DESK OF KAREN LEE FIELD REVIEW *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Cops and Robbers
Book SynopsisThe robbers of London town plan a desperate crime one Christmas Eve - to steal all the toys they can lay their hands on! Fortunately, the robbers meet their match in brave office Pugh who leaps into action and arrests the villains - all except Grandma Swagg who manages to get away.
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Andersen Press Ltd The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend
Book SynopsisOn one very special day an imaginary friend is born on an island far away. Here, he and his other imaginary friends play all day and each night they sit beneath the stars, hoping and waiting for their turn to be picked, to be imagined, by a real child. But this particular imaginary friend waits and waits, and still no child imagines him. So he does the unimaginable – he sets off into the real world. Once there, he searches so long that he is just about to give up, when a shy, bookish girl named Alice meets him. Gradually they discover they are perfect for each other… and Alice has the perfect name for her imaginary friend: Beekle.Trade Review"A sweet, mind-bending gumdrop of a tale" * New York Times *"Bursting at the seams with charm" * Huffington Post *"Charming" * Guardian, The Best New Children's Books *"A feel-good tale about friendship, childhood and finding your place in the world" -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *"A wonderful book about friendship, imagination and courage... This is a book to treasure, and its enduring message about friendship will not date." * Books for Keeps *
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Scholastic US Logan Likes Mary Anne
Book SynopsisAnother Baby-sitters Club graphic novel adapted by New York Times bestselling author Gale Galligan!It''s the first day of a new school year, and while Mary Anne doesn''t know what to expect from the eighth grade, she''s looking forward to getting back into the swing of things. One thing she definitely doesn''t expect is to meet Logan Bruno, who just moved to Stoneybrook!Logan has a dreamy southern accent, he''s awfully cute... and he might be interested in joining the BSC. But the baby-sitters aren''t sure if Logan would make a good club member, so they send him on a job with Mary Anne as a test. Logan and Mary Anne hit it off, but Mary Anne isn''t sure of where their friendship could go. Life in the Baby-sitters Club has never been this complicated -- or this fun!
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HarperCollins Publishers Fear Ground
Book SynopsisThe brand new must-read middle-grade novel from the author of Crater Lake. Perfect for 9+ fans of R.L.Stine's Goosebumps.There's a new craze at Dread Wood High. Flinch is a game of fear. The more you scare your friends, the more points on the app you get. At first it's fun, but soon fun is replaced by fear. And Angelo and his friends notice that everyone is behaving more and more strangely every day almost as if something is taking over their brainsWith the fair arriving in town, adrenaline and excitement levels are high. But who are the people behind the super-creepy clown masks? With fights breaking out and Flinch in full force, it's time for the final showdown at the Fear Ground. Let the REAL games begin!Trade ReviewOn the first Dread Wood book: “Deliciously scary and hilarious comedy-horror, perfectly pitched for eight-plus.” The Guardian “Brilliantly creepy fun for young horror fans, with an unexpectedly moving ending.”The i, 30 of the best children’s books for Easter. “Jennifer Killick’s talent for horror and humour is blended brilliantly here as the spiky dialogue, unstoppable pace and genuinely menacing atmosphere build to a tremendous climax”– Daily Mail “A heart-stopping thrill ride of a book.”M.G. Leonard, author of Adventures on Trains series “Sharp, scary and a whole lot of fun!”Christopher Edge, author of Escape Room “This is BRILLIANT! Creepy, pacy, smart, witty and just pure Jennifer genius.”Vashti Hardy, author of Brightstorm “This is Killick’s best book yet; think ‘The Breakfast Club’ meets ‘Stranger Things’, making great use of her talent for comic dialogue and her astute eye for just the right kind of scary for this age group.”Fiona Noble, Bookseller, Editor’s Choice Dread Wood is the superb, super-scary and super-cool new horror-comedy story from the brilliant Jennifer Killick. After her last two books (the fantastically creepy Crater Lake and Crater Lake: Evolution), Jennifer has, yet again, upped the level of stylishly slick, sinister storylines and honed her clever range of shock / comedy techniques – from the laugh-out-loud, nose-snortingly funny moments, to the cheekily edgy asides, to the poignant warm-hearted, gentle, fun scenes she does so well.- ReadingZone (Book of the Day, February 16th) “Spine-tingling, rib-tickling stuff.” – Chris Callaghan, author of The Great Chocoplot
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Barefoot Books Ltd The Gigantic Turnip
Book Synopsis In this silly retelling of the classic Russian tale, The Gigantic Turnip encourages friendship and working together to achieve success New York Botanical Garden Find out what happens when the old woman, the old man, and all twenty-one animals on the farm try to harvest a rather large root vegetable. This well-loved Russian tale uses humor, counting and repetition to appeal to beginner readers.
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Tales of Beedle the Bard
Book SynopsisA richly magical collection of tales from J. K. Rowling that will satisfy fans and new readers alike GBP1.61 from every sale of Bloomsbury's edition of The Tales of Beedle the Bard will be donated to LumosTrade Review'The stories are simple, original, diverse, witty and wise This is a book for families to share a storytelling treat' Books for KeepsTable of ContentsThe Tale of the Three Brothers; The Fountain of Fair Fortune; The Warlock's Hairy Heart; The Wizard and the Hopping Pot; Babbitty Rabbitty and her Cackling Stump.
£10.44
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Brain Games For Clever Kids®
Book Synopsis'A super book for children to enjoy as they puzzle their way through the challenges, which get harder as they progress through the book' – Parents in Touch___________________Brain Games for Clever Kids® is a fantastic bestselling puzzle book, brimming with memory, word and number workouts for the cleverest of kids!Including battleships and mind-bending spot the differences to Japanese puzzles including hanjie, kakuro, futoshiki, sudoku and lots more. Let the brain games begin!Clever Kids is a trade mark of Michael O'Mara Books Limited.Trade ReviewA super book for children to enjoy as they puzzle their way through the challenges, which get harder as they progress through the book * Parents in Touch *
£5.99
Scholastic Tom Gates 20 Happy to Help eventually PB
Book SynopsisThe 20th laugh-out-loud, packed-with-pictures Tom Gates bestseller,now in paperback - Tom wants to raise money for an extra specialtreat, but finds being helpful doesn't make everyone happy...
£7.59
Andersen Press Ltd The Great Dog Bottom Swap: 10th Anniversary
Book SynopsisThe day has arrived for the Dogs' Summer Ball. It's so high class, that each dog must remove their bottom before they are allowed inside the hall. But in the middle of all the frivolity something unexpected happens and the dogs have to make a hasty exit... with or without the correct bottom! 'Big, clever, funny' SUNDAY TELEGRAPH 'It's maybe my all time favourite kids' book' DAWN O'PORTER 'Unmissable!' BOOKSELLER Celebrating its 10th year in publication, this unmissable and hilarious picture book has been shortlisted for the Sheffield Book Award, the Best Children's Illustrated Book Award and the Roald Dahl Funny Prize.Trade Review"Big, clever, funny." * The Sunday Telegraph *"It's maybe my all time favourite kids' book" * Dawn O'Porter *"Unmissable!" * Bookseller's Choice, The Bookseller *"It's illustrated with beautiful simplicity, written with verve - and is like nothing else you'll read this year." -- Benjamin Secher * The Daily Telegraph *"Clever and inventive... great fun from an author with a superb sense of humour... this is a hilarious picture book for slightly older children and a great book to read aloud." * Northern Ireland Homes & Lifestyle *
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Harlequin (UK) I Am Not Jessica Chen
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Alices Adventures in Wonderland
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