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WALKER BOOKS Two Giants
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Walker Books Ltd Muck and Magic
Book SynopsisA contemporary countryside tale about the power of friendship and creativity, from the nation''s favourite children''s author.A beautiful countryside story for Michael Morpurgo fans, illustrated by Olivia Lomenech Gill (J. K. Rowling''s Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them). Bonny has always wanted to be a top cyclist, maybe even a future Olympic champion. But her world changes after meeting a sculptor named Lizzie, who gives her a job on her farm. Bonny is introduced to a life-sized sculpture of Lizzie''s horse and is allowed to pose as its rider, a completely magical experience. She learns from Lizzie that a true gift is never to be wasted, and that if you breathe the world in deep, you can do anything.
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Walker Books Ltd Ellie and Lumps Very Busy Day
Book SynopsisJoin Ellie and Lump two toddler elephants on their very busy (very noisy) day!In this big-hearted and bouncy read-aloud story about a special day in the life of two adorable elephants, Ellie and Lump are bubbling with energy from the moment they wake up they're just ready to explode! There's a lot to do: boing-boing-bouncing on beds, split-splatting eggs for breakfast, whizz-whooshing around on supermarket trollies and blowing up balloons. They're planning a big birthday surprise but who is it for? Illustrator Becky Palmer captures the joy and excitement of a day out with mum and the thrills of planning a party, while the read-aloud text with wonderfully rhythmical sound effects makes this a fizzy first reading experience perfect for sharing with toddlers.Trade Review“Dorothy Clark’s text takes the form of a running commentary from the young pachyderms as they dash through their day; and is full of delicious noises and action words for young listeners to join in with. They’ll surely love ‘split splatting, ‘dip’, dipping, ‘rustle’ rustling, ‘zzzzip’ zzzipping, popping, crunching, wriggling, stomping, skipping, puffing and such like along with you as you read. All this and more is illustrated in Becky Palmer’s scenes of those frenzied preparations for dad’s surprise party. Every one of them is full of wonderful details that will delight toddlers; and many will cause adults with young children to smile in recognition.” * Red Reading Hub *June 2017 Book of the Month * LoveReading *
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Walker Books Ltd Snow in the Garden A First Book of Christmas
Book SynopsisTrade Review“You can almost smell the seasonal sugar and spice in Snow in the Garden: A First Book of Christmas from Shirley Hughes. Nobody captures the joy of each season, the way the light falls and the world looks at different times of the year, or the tiny details of family life, quite as well as Hughes. This collection of Christmas-themed stories, poems, recipes and craft ideas deserves to become as well-thumbed and covered in crumbs as all of her previous books.” * The Observer *“A glorious, gentle countdown to Christmas.” * The Times, Children’s Book of the Week *“A seasonal collection […] accompanied by beautiful illustrations.” * The Sunday Express *Everyone, no matter whether they are one or 101, should own a copy of this book to capture and then go on recapturing, year after year, the magic of Christmas. * The Good Web Guide *“It sums up Christmas beautifully.” * Picture Books Blogger *
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Walker Books Ltd My Headteacher Is an Evil Genius
Book SynopsisCranks up the fun factor to eleven. Philip ArdaghSo much fun! Katie TsangGood for newly developing readers. Primary TimesLaugh-out-loud school-based antics, illustrations AND evil headteachers make this book perfect for fans of Pamela Butchart and Sam Copeland.Meet Tom Ginger. She's shy! she's retiring! She's our only hope! Not exactly the stuff that heroes are made of or is it? Shy girl Tom Ginger is the world's most unlikeliest hero until she discovers that her new braces have the power to act as radio transmitters, allowing her to tune into the conversations of her new super-evil head teacher. Suddenly it's up to Tom to save the school from Miss Fortune's dastardly plans. Can she do it? Read the book to find out! PRAISE FOR MY HEAD TEACHER IS AN EVIL GENIUSUproariously funny, fiendishly well plotted. Paul CoomeyWickedly funny. Trade ReviewI read My Headteacher is an Evil Genius, and thought it was hilarious and clever and laugh-out-loud funny, with many snort-worthy jokes and delightfully bonkers bits. I loved the drawings, and how the text and images danced around each other, and I didn't mind spilling my drink guffawing explosively at some of the sharp wordplay and silly puns. A delight to read, and definitely one I'll recommend! * Thomas Taylor, author of Malamander *Hilarious! Had me properly laughing * Katie Tsang, author of the Sam Wu Is Not Afraid series *Cranks up the fun factor to eleven! * Philip Ardagh, Roald Dahl Funny Prize winning author *Featured in First News in Jack Noel’s Words For Life Interview. * First News *It is full of humour, cleverly written and a real page turner; I was eager to find out what happens next.I don’t have a single bad thing to say about it and would definitely recommend it to my friends. I think children of any reading age would really enjoy this book. * Kids Review, Books Up North *
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Walker Books Ltd So You Want to Be an Owl
Book SynopsisA funny, fact-filled picture book all about one of the world's most popular animals owls!Let Professor Olaf put you through your paces at Owl School. He'll teach you how to eat, sleep, hoot and even hide like an owl. Have you got what it takes to become a member of Team Owl?
£12.34
Walker Books Ltd A Polar Bear in the Snow
Book SynopsisA majestic polar bear heads out on a mysterious walk in a dazzling, playful collaboration from an exciting pair of picture-book creators.Follow a magnificent polar bear through a fantastic world of snow and shockingly blue sea. Over the ice, through the water, past Arctic animals and even a human ... where is he going? What does he want? Acclaimed author Mac Barnett's narration deftly balances suspense and emotion, as well as poignant, subtle themes, compelling us to follow the bear with each page turn. Artist Shawn Harris's striking torn-paper illustrations layer white-on-white hues, with bolts of blue and an interplay of shadow and light, for a bear's-eye view of a stark yet beautiful landscape. Simple and thought-provoking, illuminating and intriguing, this gorgeous story will have readers pondering the answer to its final question long after the polar bear has continued on his way.
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Walker Books Ltd I Am a Bird
Book SynopsisOn her daily bike ride with her dad, a bird-loving little girl passes a woman who frightens her until she discovers what they have in common.I am a bird. Ca-Caw! Ca-Caw!Every day, a little girl rides to school on the back of Daddy's bike. As they twist and turn through the city streets, the little girl spreads her arms like wings and sings her birdsong for all to hear. But when they pass the strange woman in blue who carries a mysterious bag, the girl goes quiet until the woman is out of sight. One day, when they're running late, the little girl discovers what the woman does with her bag each morning a surprise that transforms her wariness into a feeling of kinship to be celebrated. Hope Lim's simple text and Hyewon Yum's delicate, expressive illustrations create a touching story that encourages readers to embrace our similarities rather than our differences.
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Walker Books Ltd The Puppets of Spelhorst
Book SynopsisFrom master storyteller Kate DiCamillo comes an original fairy tale, enchantingly illustrated, in which five puppets confront circumstances beyond their control with patience, cunning and high spirits.Once, there was a king. And a wolf. And a girl with a shepherd’s crook. And a boy with a bow and arrow. And also, there was an owl... They were puppets, and they were waiting for a story to begin.In this new work of short fiction by twice winner of the Newbery Medal Kate DiCamillo, exquisitely illustrated in black and white by Governor General Literary Award Finalist Julie Morstad, five puppets who find themselves together in an abandoned trunk are carried off into the adventure of a lifetime.Trade ReviewAn exquisite little book… With lovely retro images and wisdom about friendship and adventure. * Children’s books of the year, The Sunday Times *This is a polished little gem… Atmospheric black and white drawings add to the short but absorbing drama. -- Sally Morris * Daily Mail *This story is like a perfectly polished pebble. While other writers for children build extravagant worlds and create exhausting quests, Kate DiCamillo has done the opposite with her latest book, The Puppets of Spelhorst, taking all the big themes — love, loss, longing — and distilling them down, down, down to the beautiful, bare bones of a fairytale… It is quite unlike everything else. DiCamillo is a puppetmaster extraordinaire and such an effortless storyteller that you can barely see the strings… A playful, poignant and peculiar story that might just “break your heart and also heal it”. -- Lucy Bannerman * The Times *An exquisite little book about five puppets in which a play they perform overlaps with their experience. With lovely retro images and wisdom about friendship and adventure. * The Sunday Times *Kate DiCamillo is a master storyteller - always weaving her words with a moral intertwined in the tale. […] The book has wonderful, detailed black-and-white illustrations by Julie Morstad which bring the characters to life. The tale is full of hope and love and will be loved by adults and children alike. * NetGalley Reviewer *
£9.50
Walker Books Ltd Were Going on a Bear Hunt Pull Slide and Play
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Walker Books Ltd Skipshock
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Walker Books Ltd Curious George Catches a Train Curious George 1
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Walker Books Ltd Good Luck Anna Hibiscus
Book SynopsisThird in the series of delightful stories about Anna Hibiscus, a little girl who lives in Africa.Trade ReviewPraise for Anna Hibiscus: Delightful and vivid ... captures how it feels to be any little girl anywhere -- Julia Eccleshare The Guardian
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Walker Books Ltd Welcome Home Anna Hibiscus
Book SynopsisAnna Hibiscus lives in Africa. Amazing Africa.Anna Hibiscus is back home after visiting her grandma in Canada. But it seems that so much has changed while she was away! Double and Trouble have learned to run and Grandad seems to have grown older. One of the chickens has laid its eggs and eventually they hatch all except one, which Anna looks after. Finally one morning that egg hatches too and a white ball of fluff appears. Anna names her chick Snow White, and the two are inseparable. But Snow White wreaks havoc wherever she goes, and Anna has a hard time keeping her out of trouble. Anna also has a surprise visitor someone from Canada has come all that way to see her!
£999.99
Walker Books Ltd Go Well Anna Hibiscus
Book SynopsisAnna Hibiscus lives in Africa, amazing Africa. Anna is amazing too!
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Walker Books Ltd City of Bones Movie Tiein The Mortal Instruments
Book SynopsisClary Fray is seeing things: vampires in Brooklyn and werewolves in Manhattan. Irresistibly drawn towards a group of sexy demon hunters, Clary encounters the dark side of New York City - and the dangers of forbidden love.Trade ReviewCassandra Clare’s City of Bones was the first YA book I have read and I instantly got hooked in to the book and, later on, the series! -- Reader Review * The Guardian Online *
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WALKER BOOKS Under the Same Stars
Book SynopsisA young woman must choose between family, tradition and an unexpected love in this gripping novel set in Pakistan.
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Walker Books Ltd The Mumsnet Book of Bedtime Stories
Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated treasury of stories to share at bedtime, written by members of Mumsnet and Gransnet and chosen by former Children's Laureate, Michael Rosen.This beautiful gift book showcases the best new writing and illustration for children. It features ten prize-winning stories, each of which is illustrated by an up-and-coming artist. Perfect for reading aloud at bedtime, this is a book to enjoy again and again.Trade ReviewJools Abrams-Humphries a learning assistant at Hatfield Forest, has made her writing debut in The Book of Bedtime Stories. Set in the forest, When Polly Jumped Over the Moon draws inspiration from the red poll cows that graze there, and the importance of following your dreams. -- Dave Cousins * Herefordshire Life *The Book of Bedtime Stories chosen by Michael Rosen. Former Children’s Laureate Michael Rosen’s pick of the best kids’ stories from hundreds of entries from Mumsnet and Gransnet members. * Grazia *A vibrantly illustrated collection. * Family Traveller *
£9.49
Walker Books Ltd Whats Eating You
Book SynopsisExciting new edition of one of the six books in zoologist Nicola Davies'' fascinating Animal Science series the best biology series ever!An exciting new edition of one of the six books in zoologist Nicola Davies'' fascinating Animal Science series the best biology series ever! Every animal has a habitat where it can find food and shelter and have its babies. But there is one group of creatures whose habitats are not forests, seas or deserts. Instead they live on or in the bodies of other animals in skin, hair, fur, feathers, blood, guts, livers, hearts and lungs. They are parasites. Uncover the secrets of their amazing life-cycles and dare yourself not to scratch or groan as you read ... then give in; it''s impossible! Short written sections with creepy-crawly diagrams and comic strips by Neal Layton make this information book engaging and accessible for young minds.
£8.23
Walker Books Ltd Guess How Much I Love You in the Summer
Book SynopsisGuess How Much I Love You has sold over 50 million copies worldwide!The adorable hares from the classic Guess How Much I Love You are back for summer in this gorgeous paperback!From the award-winning creators of Guess How Much I Love You comes this delightful summertime tale about colours now in paperback! Which blue do you like best? asked Little Nutbrown Hare. It''s summer and Little Nutbrown Hare learns about all of the different colours that are around him the red of the berries, the green of the leaves, the blue of the sky Seasonally themed and beautifully illustrated throughout, little ones will also have fun learning about colours while discovering what Big Nutbrown Hare''s favourite one is! This is one of a four-part series featuring the seasons collect them all!
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Walker Books Ltd The Little Adventurers Leafy the Pet Leaf
Book SynopsisIf you''re brave, helpful, honest, good to your planet and kind to animals (even ones that don''t do much ... like boring worms) then you, too, can be a LITTLE ADVENTURER.From the award-winning Philip Ardagh, and rising illustration talent Elissa Elwick, comes a brand-new picture book series! Meet the Little Adventurers Finnegan, Sprat, Floss and Peanut. Each week they meet in their top-secret shed HQ, ready to share their fun with you! This week, Sprat can't seem to find his cat, Shadow, anywhere. And he absolutely has to have a pet it's bring in a pet day! So, instead, he finds a leaf, draws a little face on it and Ta-Da! Sprat has a pet: Leafy! But can you really have a leaf as a pet? With an activity idea and an information page with every story in the series, the Little Adventurers four will encourage hours of immersive play, and will ignite the imagination of curious adventurers everywhere.Trade ReviewThis cheery group of Little Adventurers will charm young readers with the fun they are having with their pets [...] the Little Adventurers four will encourage hours of immersive play, and will ignite the imagination of curious adventurers everywhere. * Julia Eccleshare, LoveReading *With its green message, animal facts and activity ideas for playing outside it will inspire the imagination and creativity. This eclectic mix of characters will have wide appeal and after reading kids can have fun making their own pet leaf. * South Wales Evening Post *“This big, square book is full of life and colour and the story about an unusual ‘pet’ is bound the tap into children’s imaginations. […] The spreads are well designed with print of different sizes, speech bubbles and notices to add interest an all these things give a dynamic feel to the pages.” * The School Librarian *“[…] this vibrant, amusing, quirky picture book will bring delight. Joyful, informative and fresh, this is a book for exploring and much revisiting.” * Carousel *
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Walker Books Ltd Blue Penguin
Book SynopsisA heart-warming fable about a friendship and belonging from the award-winning illustrator Petr Horacek.A heart-warming fable about a friendship and belonging from the award-winning illustrator Petr Horacek. I feel just like a penguin, says Blue Penguin. But you''re not like us, said the other penguins and they left him all alone. Poor Blue Penguin. Will he be able to convince the other penguins he is one of them after all? A moving and beautifully illustrated story from Petr Horacek, an illustrator described by the Washington Post as the thinking tot''s Eric Carle.Trade ReviewHeartwarming tale of friendship, difference, and belonging, with a gorgeous wintry palette. * The Bookseller *Get in the Christmas spirit early with this stunningly illustrated book by award-winning illustrator Petr Horácek. […] A charming and engaging book about friendship, understanding and belonging, this heart-warming story is just the thing to help promote positive behaviour in your young child and send him soundly off to sleep. * Junior *A heart-warming fable about friendship and belonging from the award-winning illustrator Petr Horacek. * Parent Talk *There’s a magical and luminous quality to the icy landscapes dazzlingly rendered by Petr Horácek in this sublime story on the theme of insiders and outsiders * Red Reading Hub *Horacek’s textured, colour-rich artwork creates dramatically beautiful Antarctic scenes while the little penguin is a charmer. * Books for Keeps *A heart-warming story of a little blue penguin who struggles being different from the rest. The story discusses friendship and belonging, with a lovely finale. * Angels & Urchins *Petr Horácek’s dreamy Blue Penguin [is] a nice enough story, but what really makes this book sing are Horácek’s amazing illustrations, all ice and snow with occasional vivid sightings of an orange-coloured sun. * The Independent on Sunday *The dream-like quality of the illustrations and the evocation of snowy isolation make this a very special book and one to be treasured, as its message of friendship is so beautifully and magically conveyed. A stunning Christmas present * Daily Mail *Horácek’s textured, colour-rich artwork creates dramatically beautiful Antarctic scenes while the little penguin is a charmer. * Books for Keeps *Petr Horácek is a fine storyteller and illustrator, and this is well up to standard. […] This is another delightful book from a multi-talented author. * The School Librarian *“There are some breathtakingly beautiful illustrations in Petr Horacek’s new picture book, and a story to bring a lump to the throat. Blue Penguin does the same things that the other penguins do but, because of his colour, they don’t regard him as a ‘real’ penguin. Excluded and alone on the ice, Blue Penguin dreams of a white whale that will come and rescue him. He sings a song to the whale and another penguin hears it, and becomes his friend. His singing wins over the other penguins too and when the whale does arrive, she finds the little penguin surrounded by friends. It’s a story to warm us all and Petr Horacek’s rich, colour-saturated, textured artwork creates Antarctic landscapes that are simply magnificent.” * Andrea Reece November 2016 Book of the Month, LoveReading *marvellous and atmospheric * The Herald *
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Walker Books Ltd Hug
Book SynopsisA tiny chimp invokes the universal language, uniting his friends in a group hug to end all group hugs. Just try to resist Jez Alborough''s latest charmer!Ever feel like you need a hug? A really big hug from someone who loves you? That''s how Bobo, the little chimp in this book, feels. Walking through the jungle he passes lots of creatures enjoying a cuddle together: elephants, chameleons, lions, giraffes, hippos even the snakes have got someone special to squeeze. But poor Bobo is alone. Will he ever find the hug he needs? Using only the single word hug throughout the book, this simple, endearing story is told through Jez Alborough''s gorgeous, detailed artwork.
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Walker Books Ltd Daedalus and Icarus and Orpheus and Eurydice
Book SynopsisThe ancient Greek myths as you''ve never read them before!The classic stories of Daedalus and Icarus and Orpheus and Eurydice are re-told here in master storyteller, Marcia Williams'' inimitable comic style. These splendid adaptations have easy-to-read, accessible text and brilliantly witty illustrations, making them a perfect introduction to the classic legends of adventure and endeavour! Ideal for newly-confident readers the classics have never looked so good!
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Walker Books Ltd The Twelve Tasks of Heracles and Arion and the
Book SynopsisThe ancient Greek myths as you've never read them before!The classic stories of The Twelve Tasks of Heracles and Arion and the Dolphins are re-told here in master storyteller, Marcia Williams' inimitable comic style. These splendid adaptations have easy-to-read, accessible text and brilliantly witty illustrations, making them a perfect introduction to the classic legends of adventure and endeavour! Ideal for newly-confident readers the classics have never looked so good!
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Walker Books Ltd Horse Boy
Book SynopsisA prehistoric survival adventure about a boy and a horse who rescue one another, from the Carnegie Medal-winning author of Apache and Buffalo Soldier.A boy without a clan was nothing. No one. A boy without a clan was easy prey.Oak, son of the Deer clan chief, hopes that this summer he will finally be allowed to join the hunt and make his father proud of him. But this year is not like other years the rains have failed, his father has fallen out with the Bear chief, and everyone is mistrustful of the new creatures that have been spotted near their encampment: horses. Then Oak becomes separated from his clan with only a young horse for company, and it seems that surely the worst has happened. But perhaps not all animals are prey. Perhaps Horse can be clan too.Trade ReviewThis is an excellent adventure - perfect for lovers of Michelle Paver's Wolf Brother for 8+. Crisp writing, sympathetic characters and great love between hero + horse in Stone Age times. -- Amanda CraigLandman is a natural storyteller, always engrossing, and this tale, which sees boy and beast grow side by side, is a happy addition to the shelf of child-animal friendship stories. * The Times *Landman writes with crisp, vivid prose and a deep sympathy for hero and horse as they battle to return to their tribe together. It contains real wisdom about accepting change, innovation and humility. * New Statesman *I like that the horse is given its own voice. This helps the reader to understand its feelings. I would recommend this book for anyone who loves animals and nature. People who like exciting adventure stories too would also enjoy it as it is a real page-turner. I found myself sinking into it and wanting to read on to find out what happens to Ash and the horse on their journey. * Books Up North *Horse Boy will appeal to all children aged nine and upwards who love a good story, particularly those who love horses and understand the bond which can form between a horse and its rider. The bond between them grows and this enhances the vivid story-telling of a tale which is thrilling, and often very moving. * NewburyToday *
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Walker Books Ltd Snow Leopard Grey Ghost of the Mountain
Book SynopsisA new Nature Storybook about one of the most beautiful creatures in the world, with words by BBC Planet Earth director Justin Anderson and pictures by Patrick Benson, the bestselling illustrator of Owl Babies.Something moves in the rocks ahead. My hands start to tremble. My heart is beating fast. There, just a few footsteps away, is a snow leopard Join us on a journey high into the snowy peaks of the Himalaya, and discover the secret world of a rare and utterly majestic creature how it has adapted to the harsh environment it lives in and how it looks after its young. Complete with an index and a conservation note, this is a wonderful addition to the series and the debut of an exciting new voice in non-fiction writing for children.Enchanting Barnes & NobleThe formula for Walker Books'' nature series is a blend of evocative writing, supplementary facts and sumptuous illustrations, and it's a winner. BBC Wildlife MaTrade ReviewPatrick Benson’s illustrations portray the Himalayan mountain communities near where the snow leopard lives, as well as the cat herself, who stalks through the snow on extra-large paws that serve as snowshoes to keep her from sinking. The leopard hunts ibex, raises cubs, and beds down in a cave during a fierce Himalayan storm in this enchanting story. * The B&N Kids Blog *It is a fascinating, adventurous and moving story. Illustrated with the spectacular work of Patrick Benson, this world and seldom seen animal is imprinted in the imagination and heart of all. Eloquently written, there is such beauty related in both the words and pictures that you will be haunted by the extraordinary wonder of the ‘Grey Ghost’. * Mary Esther Judy, Fallen Star Stories *Complete with an index and a conservation note, this is a wonderful addition to the series and the debut of an exciting new voice in non-fiction writing for children. * LoveReading4Schools *The formula for Walker Books' nature series is a blend of evocative writing, supplementary facts and sumptuous illustrations, and it’s a winner. * BBC Wildlife *
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Walker Books Ltd Hello Mr World
Book SynopsisA topical picture book about the effects of climate change, ideal for very young children. In this topical picture book, Michael Foreman twice winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal and described as the greatest illustrator-storyteller of his time by Michael Morpurgo brilliantly shows what climate change is doing to our world and inspires us all to make a difference. Mr World doesn't feel well. He's hot and sweaty and finding it hard to breathe. What will the doctors find when they examine their poor patient?Trade Review“A highly topical book about the impact of climate change, delivered in a very simple way for very young readers.” * The Bookseller *“The message is gently delivered in a way that will make children aware of their responsibility, but also their power to change things. Michael Foreman’s illustrations are eloquent as always, and glow with warmth and colour.” * Andrea Reece, LoveReading *“This book is perfect for environmentally conscious families and would be particularly useful in schools, for younger classes, to introduce the topic of climate change.” * Reading Zone *
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Walker Books Ltd My Big Book of Outdoors
Book SynopsisDiscover the great outdoors with this beautifully illustrated treasury that celebrates the wonder of nature in four glorious seasons.From vibrant springtime flowers to sweet fruits on summer trees, the falling of autumn leaves and snowdrops in winter, this book of four seasons is the perfect introduction to the big outdoors.Discover why birds fly south in winter, find animal footprints in the snow and learn to make the perfect snowflake; grow a sunflower, find a feather and make a daisy chain. Full of activities, poetry and fun facts to explore, this bumper book is jam-packed with amazing things to see and do outdoors the perfect gift for every season.Trade ReviewDon’t leave home without My Big Book of Outdoors by Tim Hopgood, a beautifully illustrated treasury of nature celebrating everything from migrating birds to daisy chains. With a mixture of poetry, facts and things to do, this is the ideal companion for a British summer holiday – wet or dry. * The Daily Telegraph *Tim Hopgood’s My Big Book of Outdoors is a blissful immersion in the natural world, full of poetry, seasonally themed activities and engaging facts, with illustrations saturated in vivid colour. This handsome hardback invites children to plant sunflowers, go pond-dipping, and identify butterflies, birds and plants. * The Guardian *The beautifully illustrated My Big Book of Outdoors by Tim Hopgood takes younger children through the seasons with a series of inventive challenges. Make chocolate nests in spring, identify butterflies in summer, make a leaf mobile in autumn, or collect pine cones in winter. * Daily Express, Scottish Daily Express, Daily Mirror and The Irish Daily Mirror *
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Walker Books Ltd Chaos Walking Book 1 The Knife of Never Letting
Book SynopsisThe multi-award-winning novel by Patrick Ness, the first in a gripping trilogy, is now a major motionpicture starring Tom Holland and Daisy Ridley. Todd Hewitt lives in a town unlike other towns. There are no women, and everyone can hear everyone else's thoughts in an overwhelming, never-ending stream of Noise. But then Todd meets someone who should not exist: a girl. Even in a town where privacy is impossible, there is a secret so terrible, they're going to have to run for their lives. But how do you escape when your pursuers can hear your every thought? Terrifying, exhilarating and heartbreaking. Sunday TelegraphTrade ReviewFeatured in The Bookseller's October Previews. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
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Walker Books Ltd The Toll
Book SynopsisThe explosive conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Arc of a Scythe series.It's been three years since Rowan and Citra disappeared; since Scythe Goddard came into power; since the Thunderhead closed itself off to everyone but Grayson Tolliver.In this pulse-pounding finale to Neal Shusterman''s internationally bestselling trilogy, constitutions are tested and old friends are brought back from the dead.Trade ReviewThe author, Neal Shusterman, is a genius in how he weaves each of the characters, old and new, having their paths cross until they finally intertwine. You almost feel like you're watching a puzzle being completed. So wonderfully done, he truly is a master with his writing. This has been an incredible series, any dystopian fan will enjoy the unique concept of this trilogy. * ReadingZone *
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Walker Books Ltd Prima Donna Pony
Book SynopsisRose has won the pony prize of a lifetime but how will the stables compare to the spotlight for her prima donna pony? A riotous ride from the author of Pony on the Twelfth Floor.Rose loves horses from a distance. She's always found them a bit scary up close. When she wins a pony in a competition, she has to face her fears and learn to ride. But this is no ordinary pony: Maltie Delight is a bona fide superstar, and he knows it. How will this selfie-loving prima donna ever settle for shy Rose as his owner? Can a Wild West riding camp help them learn to live together or will it be a diva disaster? A hilarious illustrated tale of friendship and self-belief, from the author of Pony on the Twelfth Floor.
£8.23
Walker Books Ltd Uncle Shawn and Bill and the Not One Tiny Bit
Book SynopsisThe third book in a hilarious, heart-warming series for children from Costa Award-winning author A.L. Kennedy, illustrated by celebrated cartoonist Gemma Correll.Uncle Shawn and his best friend Badger Bill are back for another brilliantly bonkers adventure. They''ve seen off the nasty Dr P''Klawz with the help of their trusty llama pals, and now everything on their farm up on the sunny side of Scotland is just about perfect. Apart from the moon needing rescuing and a suspicious lady badger setting her sights on Bill... What could possibly go wrong?Trade Review“From daft made-up words to scenes of surreal silliness straight out of a Terry Gilliam animation, the book has a sense of freewheeling fun here that’s hard to resist.” * Financial Times *“This is exuberant silliness with substance and style, and with boldly drawn comic images by Gemma Correll.” * The Sunday Times *
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Walker Books Ltd My First PopUp Mythological Monsters
Book SynopsisMeet monsters from around the world in this stunning pop-up book. From Owen Davey, the award-winning illustrator of My First Pop-Up Dinosaurs, comes a second striking pop-up treasury. Discover a world of extraordinary beasts, where Cyclops storm in Ancient Greece and the fearsome Ushi-Oni haunts the coast of Japan. Open the pages to unleash 15 incredible pop-up monsters ... if you DARE!
£14.25
Walker Books Ltd Stick and Fetch Off the Leash
Book SynopsisThe third story about detective duo (and best friends!) Sally Stick and her dog Fetch. Together, they''re Stick and Fetch: Detectives. A girl. A dog. A detective agency.Stick and Fetch are on holiday, but even in a rickety old seaside hotel there are plenty of crimes to solve and mysteries to unravel. Such as, who is Major Mayhem? Why is that door frightened? And where could the small-bottle-of-shampoo robbers be hiding? This lovable pair are on the case and undeterred despite plenty of mishaps, misdeeds and misunderstandings along the way. A fun-filled adventure featuring two hapless investigators with a LOT of hair.Trade ReviewAll in all, a fantastic, appealing book for keen mystery solvers, emerging independent readers, big thinkers and those who love a big splash of humour and colour in their lives! * Armadillo *[…] ideal for young readers making the transition from picture books to independent reading. * BookTrust *
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Walker Books Ltd Olga Were Out of Here
Book SynopsisOlga, the animal-loving girl scientist returns in a second laugh-out-loud adventure for fans of Tom Gates, Barry Loser and Timmy Failure.Olga's trip to outer space is postponed when her possibly-alien but definitely-cute pet, Meh, comes down with a case of the Pink-Pox. Meh is acting weird. She won't eat olives. She sleeps for 12 hours at a time. She'd rather pee on the rug than go for a walk in the park. And she smells bad REALLY bad worse than usual! But the vet is a silly human, and Olga does NOT trust humans. Can she solve Meh's mystery illness herself? Girl power, wacky jokes, kooky science facts and an adorable furry pink alien blob resist if you can!Trade ReviewOriginal and hilarious, with outstanding cartoon-style illustrations. Ideal for fans of Dogman and Captain Underpants, or children who need a little more encouragement to read. Long live Olga. -- Independent IE * Independent IE *There are so many appealing things in this book. It has a part-comic book format, very much in the vein of Tom Gates and Diary of a Wimpy Kid. * York Press *
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Walker Books Ltd One World 24 Hours on Planet Earth
Book SynopsisNicola Davies and Jenni Desmond''s first collaboration: a spectacular tour of Planet Earth and a powerful rallying cry.Where on Earth are you, right now? It's late where I am and almost everyone's asleep, but I'm awake, looking out into the night. Wondering As the clock strikes midnight, a little girl and her sister visit animals of every shape and size, all around the world discovering that, in some places, creatures have just started their day, where in others they're already busy hunting for food. Turning the popular concept of time-zones on its head and combining it with a powerful climate message and delightful illustrations, this book is narrative non-fiction at its most spellbinding.Nicola Davies is one of the best children's writers in the business. Huffington PostJenni Desmond knows just how to make children's precious imaginations soar. GuardianTrade Reviewthis narrative non-fiction picture book is a soaring love-letter to our planet, showcasing both its beauty and fragility in a gentle and truthful way * The Bookseller *The subject of the environment continues to dominate children’s publishing, and this uplifting piece of narrative non-fiction brings fresh air to a crowded field. * The Daily Telegraph *This is a fascinating and profound book about climate change for young readers which both celebrates all the wonders of our home planet, and acts as a call to action to help save it. * Booktrust *
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Walker Books Ltd My RSPB Sticker Activity Book Baby Animals
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Walker Books Ltd The Haunted Lake
Book SynopsisA ghostly love story set in a spooky, underwater world from the highly acclaimed author and illustrator P.J. Lynch.Jacob''s father was a farmer, but after their river is dammed and their town is flooded, Jacob takes to fishing the new lake over the town. A village girl falls in love with him, and he with her, but he asks her to wait until she''s sixteen before they marry. A year before they''re to be married, Jacob disappears into the lake, lured underwater by the ghosts who inhabit the sunken village. For fifteen years, his fiancee fishes the lake and searches for her love while Jacob lives, unaging, with the ghosts. It''s only when Lilith, leader of the ghosts, wants to marry Jacob, that he remembers his love for the girl above the lake and can break free to the surface, where his fiancee is able to rescue him and, at last, to marry her love.Trade ReviewStrikingly beautiful illustrations convey love, menace, endurance and tenderness with unmatched skill. * CBI *The underwater illustrations are magnificent. * The Irish Independent *
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Walker Books Ltd Sometimes Cake
Book SynopsisFor anyone who has ever wished for a party every day of the year, this is a story about finding your own reasons to have cake.Christopher Robin had Pooh. Calvin had Hobbes. Audrey has Lion. This is the story of two friends learning the joy of celebrating the every day because sometimes it''s important to enjoy things like Tuesdays, coconuts, orange, purple and lions.
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Walker Books Ltd Saving the Butterfly A story about refugees
Book SynopsisA poetic, powerful story about a little brother and a big sister finding a new home and new hope after being rescued from a boat lost in the dark sea.A little brother and his big sister try their best to settle in a new home, where they have nothing left from before except each other. The little one makes new friends and quickly learns to laugh again but his sister remains haunted by the shadows of their past and hides away in their broken house. Trying to help his sister, the little one catches a butterfly for her and brings it inside the house. His sister knows that she needs to set the butterfly free ... but that would mean going outside. In taking the first steps to face her fears and save the butterfly, she also begins the process of saving herself.Trade Reviewa triumph of storytelling in words and art. * 'Children's Books About Immigration', The New York Times *Gill Smith’s illustrations for Saving the Butterfly (Walker) by Helen Cooper also lean towards muted grey shades as we see a boy and his older sister, two refugees, rescued from a boat. The boy settles, makes friends, but the girl is haunted by the past and can’t move on until the day her brother brings her a butterfly. As the insect and the girl begin to flourish, the illustrations become as rich and colourful as the butterfly’s wings. A tender tale focusing on the aftermath of conflict, it’s a great companion to Nicola Davies’s The Day War Came (2019). * Observer *with illustrations that find sweetness in sadness, this touching picture book is the resonant story of refugee siblings who have lost everything but each other * The Sunday Times *This is the most beautiful story of loss, fear and hope, tied together with the healing power of nature. * Juno *Featured in ‘Best children’s books of 2022 so far’ -- Nicolette Jones * Sunday Times *
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Walker Books Ltd My First Pop-Up Endangered Animals
Book SynopsisMeet 15 stunning pop-ups of endangered animals from around the world in this timely and stylish gift book.See how fifteen of the most fascinating animals from all over the world are brought to life in incredible pop-ups. Every spread also features a fascinating fact about each of these amazing animals. For example, did you know that no two tigers' stripes are the same? Or that gorillas can communicate by beating their chest? Or that Galápagos penguins mate for life?From the award-winning creator of My First Pop-Up Dinosaurs and My First Pop-Up Mythological Monsters comes a third striking pop-up treasury. With Owen Davey's irresistibly stylish illustrations, this exploration of endangered animals is perfect for those who love all things zoological.
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Walker Books Ltd Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Ruling the World
Book SynopsisLoki's third doodle-packed diary in the number one best-selling series.When Heimdall and Hyrrokkin abandon their "children" to go on holiday, Odin sends Baldur – Thor's half brother and god of making Loki look bad – to babysit.As Baldur and Thor bond, Loki's attempts to prove he's good start getting a bit desperate. After the drama teacher casts him as the villain in the school play, Loki starts to wonder whether there's any point in being good when everyone seems convinced of his villainy.That is until he discovers a rather unusual ring among the costumes and props. A ring that looks suspiciously like the cursed ring of Andvari, one that promises Loki the world if only he gives in to his deepest, darkest desires...Trade ReviewI like the drawings and cartoons on every page and the jokes in every sentence. [...] I’d recommend this book to anyone interested in mythology and give it 8/10! -- Kit, aged 9 * First News *Funny and smart in equal parts, we love Loki! * WRD Magazine *This series is the one that convinced my son that reading could be fun […] These books are my 'go to' for recommendations for friends' children. * NetGalley Reviewer *A book that is guaranteed to make you smile and belly laugh on every page. The humour in this book is sheer brilliance, whether you are 6, 36 or 86! * NetGalley Reviewer *Another hilarious Loki book […] Loved the explanations of mortal things such as zoos, mall etc that made me laugh out loud. Some of the best parts though are the illustrations of Loki...particular favourites are Loki on a slide, Loki as a hamster and Loki as a professional footballer. Brilliant! * NetGalley Reviewer *
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Walker Books Ltd King Lion
Book SynopsisA delightful, funny story about making friends and learning to communicate from award-winning and bestselling author–illustrator, Emma Yarlett.The lion is King and everyone in his kingdom is happy. Everyone, that is, except King Lion himself. The king feels lonely and decides he needs a friend. He tries everything: roaring “hello”, waving his paws, flashing a smile and even cracking a joke. But everyone just runs away. Then, feeling lonelier than ever, the king climbs up the tallest tower in his kingdom and roars and roars and ROARS! Now no one in the kingdom is happy. Until a little girl sees the king and comes up with a very brave plan to help him. A joyful, touching and vibrantly illustrated story.Trade ReviewA beautifully written and illustrated story about finding friendship in unlikely places and giving everyone a chance – despite their sometimes-grumpy exterior demeanor… The hand lettered text is a lovely touch and the colours and illustrations add to the storytelling beautifully. This is sure to be a book that reveals itself a little more each time it’s read. * Children's Book of the Week, PA Media, Syndicated via NewsChain *Loneliness and being misunderstood are common subjects for children’s books… This book takes a clever approach to tackling that emotional anxiety… Yarlett leaves young readers with enlightening ideas about judging strangers and making friends. * The Big Issue *Vibrant illustrations highlight the gap between King Lion’s intentions and how he is perceived, creating a joyous story on the importance of understanding. * Irish Examiner *This warm and colourful book reminds us to reach out to people who might be in need, even if they have frightening voices and fearsome paws. * The Bookseller *Emma Yarlett’s punchy artwork sings with colour, and thoughtful layouts encourage emotional involvement and speedy page turns. Rhythmically balanced and with just enough ‘exciting words’ to stimulate rather than overwhelm young audiences, Emma’s text makes its points economically and effectively, and is a pleasure to read aloud… This heartening and reassuring book fosters a strong sense of wellbeing, and adults looking for ways to promote constructive discussions with young children about loneliness and friendship will be well pleased… King Lion delivers its message at the heart of an involving and well-written story, brought to life with stunning images that ensure that message is felt and remembered, as well as heard. * Books for Keeps *
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Walker Books Ltd Find Out About ... Animal Homes
Book SynopsisA colourful and gentle introduction to the concept of animal babies for young children. Lots of animals have homes, but not all homes are the same! An orangutan builds a new nest every day, a prairie dog lives in its burrow for years - and a reindeer is always on the move! From the award-winning author Martin Jenkins and illustrated by Jane McGuinness, this beautiful picture book is a perfect introduction to different kinds of animal homes.Trade ReviewThe book’s simple text and JaneMcGuinness’ mixed-media illustrations make for an engagingread aloud. -- Mary Jackson * WORLD Magazine *
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Walker Books Ltd The Ghost Locket
Book SynopsisA classic Christmas ghost story set in a haunted historic house - for fans of Emma Carroll and Lucy Strange.It's Christmas, and eleven-year-old Lolli must return to London and break a promise she made to herself — to never again step foot in the Victorian historic house in Spitalfields managed by her family.There, Lolli must face up to what she saw in the house several years ago and make things right for two ghosts - one friendly and one decidedly not - opening her guarded heart to people in both the living and twilight worlds.Trade Review[...]this is a classic Christmas-time ghost story. -- Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller *
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Walker Books Ltd Brown Bears
Book SynopsisFollow a mother bear as she teaches her cubs how to survive in the wilderness in this beautiful and absorbing Nature Storybook.Spring has arrived in Alaska, and a brown bear is waking up. She was alone when she fell asleep at the start of winter; now she is climbing out of her den with two cubs. Follow them as they discover how to survive in the wilderness, from climbing trees to catching salmon, as their mother teaches the cubs how to be bears. From zoologist Dr Nick Crumpton and with stunning art from Colleen Larmour, this is a gentle and fascinating introduction to brown bears.
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Walker Books Ltd Gleanings
Book SynopsisThe New York Times bestselling Arc of a Scythe series continues with thrilling stories that span the timeline. Storylines continue. Origin stories are revealed. And new Scythes emerge...There are still countless tales of the Scythedom to tell. Centuries passed between the Thunderhead cradling humanity and Scythe Goddard trying to turn it upside down. For years humans lived in a world without hunger, disease, or death with Scythes as the living instruments of population control.Neal Shusterman – along with collaborators David Yoon, Jarrod Shusterman, Sofía Lapuente, Michael H. Payne, Michelle Knowlden, and Joelle Shusterman – returns to the world throughout the timeline of the Arc of a Scythe series. Discover secrets and histories of characters you’ve followed for three volumes and meet new heroes, new foes, and some figures in between.Gleanings shows just how expansive, terrifying, and thrilling the world that began with the Printz Honor-winning Scythe truly is.Trade ReviewFans of Neal Schusterman’s Arc of a Scythe trilogy will devour this collection of tales from the world of the series, which offers origin stories for both favourite characters and hated foes, introducing new faces along the way. However, its most surprising efforts come from tales that explore issues of humanity—art, love, creation—in a world without death. * ‘Best New YA Books of November 2022’, Paste Magazine *Wow! This was such an unexpected little treat - and a must read for any fans of the original Arc of a Scythe trilogy. […] I think I'll definitely be revisiting the series at some point, and may well tandem read it alongside some of these short stories to add to the experience. An easy 5 stars! -- Camilla * NetGalley *I enjoyed these stories and it fascinated me to hear more about the world through a bunch of different authors. -- Michaela * NetGalley *I absolutely love this Universe, so a collection of short stories featuring some familiar and some new characters is exactly what I needed. Each one is written with the usual style and flair, and I've been inspired to reread the main series again as a result! -- Liv * NetGalley *[...] a must read for any fans of the original Arc of a Scythe trilogy. -- Camilla * NetGalley *
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