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Book SynopsisAn amazingly talented spoken word artist MTVFrom acclaimed performance poet Sophia Thakur comes a powerful first collection of poems exploring issues of identity, difference, faith, relationships, fear, loss and joy. Intricate, evocative and dazzling these are poems that explore the experiences that connect people; they encourage readers to look within and explore the tendencies of the heart.Trade ReviewSophia Thakur is one of the most brilliant and necessary voices from the UK. The power of her words will affect generations. * Angie Thomas *Uplifting, brave and quietly devastating, Sophia Thakur’s new collection of poetry is so resonant – whatever your age, background or experiences – she touches on the universal experiences we all know…Give your heart this book. * Stylist *It’s a real pleasure to find this empathic and empowering contemporary collection by Sophia Thakur. A powerful and relatable read. * Book Trust *Combine the soulful vibe of Jorja Smith and R.h Sin’s ability to mind read and you have Sophia Thakur's intimate and soulful collection. * @frizzythereader *This is performance poet Thakur's first collection of poems, exploring the themes of identity, relationships and loss. Sometimes raw, often tender and always speaking from the heart. -- Marianne Levy * i newspaper *

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Book SynopsisLaugh in surprise when you find out which animals are going to sleep behind the flaps! Can you guess?Who's that snoring by the log? Is it Duck? No! It's Frog! A brilliantly interactive, stylish, young and fun Guess Who board book from beloved storyteller Smriti Halls and with deliciously vibrant artwork from internationally-renowned artist Marta Altés. Together they bring wit and joyful warmth to the bedtime routine. With funny animals cleverly disguised on each spread and a mirror at the end, the littlest of readers will love the surprise each turn of the page holds. This bold and colourful board book is sure to become a fast favourite.

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Book SynopsisTola may be small, but she''s very determined.Three delightful stories about Too Small Tola, a young girl who, though small, is very determined. Tola lives in a flat in Lagos with her sister, Moji, who is very clever; her brother, Dapo, who is very fast; and Grandmummy, who is very bossy. Tola proves to be stronger than she seems when she goes to market with Grandmummy and manages to carry home a basket full of yams and vegetables, chilli peppers and fish. When the taps in the flat don''t work, it''s Tola who brings water from the well, and it''s Tola who saves the day when Mr Abdul, the tailor, needs his goods to be delivered quickly. Too Small Tola is a wonderful new character in the world of children''s books by multi-award-winning children''s writer and storyteller Atinuke.Trade ReviewFor five-plus, from the award-winning Atinuke, comes Too Small Tola (Walker), illustrated with livelycharm by Onyinye Iwu.... witty, engaging stories of a little girl with a big personality. * The Guardian *Too Small Tola is a wonderful new character in the world of children’s books by multi-award-winning children’s writer and storyteller Atinuke. * Wales Art Review *Tola’s determination, compassion and generosity are celebrated in this positive portrayal of a contemporary Nigerian family… Splendid black-and-white drawings feature throughout, bringing the characters and location to life with warmth and humour. * BookTrust *Featured in WRD magazine. * WRD *All three stories are a pleasure to read, but a particular highlight is Easter and Eid, which sees Tola playing an important role in helping the community celebrate when unexpected circumstances occur. -- Emma Dunn & Sarah Mallon * The Scotsman *

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Book SynopsisCan you feel a tremble in the wind? The sun grows pale. The wild things hide. Frindleswylde is coming! When the mysterious boy Frindleswylde enters Cora and Grandma''s house in the woods, he steals the light from their lantern. Without it, Grandma will not be able to return home after work in the dark. Cora is determined to get the lantern back, but first she must follow Frindleswylde down a hole in the pond that leads to his magical frozen kingdom, where he sets her three Impossible Tasks. Reminiscent of The Snow Queen, beautifully written and sumptuously illustrated, Frindleswylde is a classic in the making.Trade ReviewFresh and bright as new fallen snow. * Kiran Millwood Hargrave *Frindleswylde is a frost-laced feast of a fairy tale, with all the ingredients of a classic. Lauren O’Hara’s illustrations are exquisite, and dance alongside her sister’s words. * Sophie Dahl *A book of icy loveliness: full of grace and adventure * Katherine Rundell *A hauntingly lovely snowy fable ... with a heart and soul of its own * Anna James *Frindleswylde will add to the sum of enchantment in this world * Angela Barrett *

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Book SynopsisIt''s hard to be good when your head is practically exploding with schemes! The hilarious Elizabella series is middle-grade at its finest.Elizabella ten and a quarter is a Poet, Fixer of Fairytales and the biggest prankster in the history of Bilby Creek Primary. And when her plans involve making a swimming pool in the playground without consulting a single teacher, the students are behind her every step of the way. But what happens when Minnie, an even bigger prankster, shows up? Can Bilby Creek handle them both? And more importantly, can they handle each other?

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Book SynopsisA realistic and deeply moving portrayal of a young Latina girl and her close-knit intergenerational family navigating friendship, bullying and illness.Merci Suárez knew that sixth grade would be different, but she had no idea just how different. For starters, as strong and thoughtful as Merci is, she has never been completely like the other kids at her private school in Florida, because she and her older brother, Roli, are scholarship students. They don't have a big house or a fancy boat, and they have to do extra community service to make up for their free tuition. So when bossy Edna Santos sets her sights on the new boy who happens to be Merci's school-assigned Sunshine Buddy, Merci becomes the target of Edna's jealousy.Things aren''t going well at home, either: Merci's grandfather and most trusted ally, Lolo, has been acting strangely lately forgetting important things, falling from his bike, and getting angry over nothing. And Merci is left to her own worr

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Book SynopsisAn original, inventive and heart-warming novel from an exciting debut author about a lonely new girl and an unlikely friendship formed in a school code club that will appeal to fans of Sarah Crossan.When twelve-year-old Emmy's musical family moves to California so her dad can take a job with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, Emmy has never felt more out of tune. But when she ends up in a school computer science club, she finds that she can understand code through a language she is familiar with: music. Slowly, Emmy makes friends with Abigail and the two girls start to discover their voices through the programming language of Java. Extraordinarily crafted, the novel begins to incorporate Java's syntax and concepts as Emmy, and ultimately the reader, learns to think in code. By the end, Emmy doesn''t feel like a wrong note, but like a musician in the world''s most beautiful symphony.Trade ReviewIn the US, more open-ended, hip-hop-inspired “novels” in verse have been in circulation for some time. In the Key of Code (Walker) is a highlight in that relatively recent tradition. Aimee Lucido’s debut is told in the form of poems, liberally littered with computer code and musical terminology.It is a daring exercise in form that carries its story very well. New girl Emmy, 12, is the unmusical child of musicians, and starting school in San Francisco. As she navigates the mean-girl social codes and a tense home life, coding club becomes an unlikely sanctuary. But her new friendship with Abigail is fraught with tension, and their amazing computer science teacher Ms Delaney is more often absent than not.You might not have thought that the words “PUB-lic STAT-ic voidmain string BRACK-et BRACK-et ARGS” could bring a computer layperson to tears, but they did, as this uncommon book reached its crescendo. -- Kitty Empire * the guardian *In the Key of Code is thoroughly original in both concept and execution, and it manages to sneak in an empowering history of women’s involvement in computers too. * Irish Times *An original story about friendship, belonging and being true to yourself. * minitravellers.co.uk *This inspirational story, unusually written in blank verse, flows so well it is hard to put it down and can aid readers who are struggling. * The Week Junior, Christmas Bookstore *The lessons you learn about coding alongside Emmy are interesting and the ending is both touching and hopeful. * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisA bedtime lullaby for the special baby in your life.Baby, sleepy baby, I''ll sing down the stars Till they dance right into your room.A beautiful and lyrical book that celebrates the warmth and tenderness of wrapping baby in night-time''s embrace. Based on a Nigerian lullaby sung to Atinuke by her father, this story delights in the magical moments shared with a whole family and their baby at bedtime.Trade ReviewFeatured in The Bookseller's January 2022 previews. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *A star-sprinkled, poetic lullaby with tender, frothy pictures full of babies, of different races, being cuddled by their mothers and fathers. One to calm tiny children. * The Sunday Times *This dreamy, unrhymed lullaby for the tiniest listeners is based on a song from the author’s own childhood. Illustrated in soft moonlit tones, it’s filled with smiles, stars and a sense of boundless love. * Guardian *It is a beautifully illustrated book with a calming poetic text. A great choice that we’ve been enjoying as part of our night time reading. * Books Up North *A star-sprinkled, poetic lullaby with tender, frothy pictures full of babies, of different races, being cuddled by their mothers and fathers. One to calm tiny children. -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisFaster than a speeding mullet stronger than a bull shark it's Fish Kid!Slugging down slimy sea cucumbers and jellyfish is enough to make anyone ill! But once Bodhi recovers from Emely's revolting prank, he realizes that her disgusting smoothie has given him some amazing new powers It's time for Fish Kid to find a way out of deep, shark-infested waters and meet the world!Readers will want to dive straight into this fun-filled and fishy adventure.Trade ReviewThroughout the book Kylie Howarth has included clever illustrations and fish facts which help create a visual context for the reader. The story is a fast moving and an enjoyable read. * ReadPlus *

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Book SynopsisA nine-year-old comic book enthusiast is about to get a mega dose of super-human power in this action-packed adventure.When a dastardly villain's attempt to steal a laser machine goes spectacularly wrong, nine-year-old Zack gets zapped with super powers. This would be awesome, other than Zack is a teeny tiny bit afraid of EVERYTHING! Now, the most undeserving superhero of all time must fashion a costume, save the day and work out how to reverse the laser's effect before he gets stuck with super powers FOR EVER!

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Book SynopsisThe story of the very first Christmas jumper and the multi-coloured sheep that started it all!There are two things you need to know about Hillary the sheep. One: unlike her typical white or brown friends, Hillary's wool is all the colours of the rainbow. Two: she loves Christmas. She loves everything about it, especially Santa. When news gets out that Mr Claus himself is travelling across all of Ireland, looking for the perfect sheep's wool to make a brand-new jumper, Hillary's head begins to spin Could her wool-dest dreams come true?With back-chatting sheep, a jelly baby-obsessed farmer and a choir of Elvish Presley singing elves, this is a truly wild, laugh-out-loud adventure all about the creation of the very FIRST Christmas jumper.Trade Review“[…] a goofy comic history of the first Christmas jumper.” * The Bookseller, Children’s Previews *“A joyous bundle of woolly wonderment.” * The Book Sniffer *“[…] very fun festive filled book indeed!” * Kelly Allen Writer *“Full of puns and jokes and with Judge’s distinctive illustrations, this is a sweet Christmassy stocking filler.” * The Irish Independent *This is a charming story full of puns and laughter with large print and lots of illustrations to help newly developing readers * The Week Junior, Christmas Bookstore *

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Kate Greenaway MedalWinner of the Caldecott MedalA New York Times Bestseller There is character and narrative drive, suspense, menace, morality and a twist The Sunday TimesJon Klassen for the smallest hands! A board book edition of the bestselling, multiple award-winning cautionary tale.A tiny fish proudly wears a blue hat. It fits him perfectly. Problem is, trouble could be following close behind... So it''s a good thing that the enormous fish he took it from won''t wake up. And even if he does, it''s not as though he''ll ever know what happened, right?

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Book SynopsisBuild your own moving race car from household objects in this step-by-step guide based on the science behind Formula One.Take your place at the starting gate and fire up your engine: it's time to build your very own racing car! Join presenter and maker Fran Scott for a crash course in racing engineering, then use your new-found skills to build your own awesome air-powered machine using household objects. From the chassis to the engine, discover the science behind Formula One in this perfect project for budding young engineers. So what are you waiting for? 3, 2, 1 let's race!Trade ReviewWith easy to follow instructions, encouragement and clear, colourful illustrations, young readers should have no problem creating their car, one step at a time. * How it Works *A great STEM book for any budding F1 driver or engineer. * Read for Good *A humorous and brilliant approach to problem solving […] Indeed, the reassuring message peppered among all the fascinating facts and activities is that mistakes are a brilliant opportunity to experience what being an engineer is all about. * Book Corner *The hands-on activities and interactive approach make this an interesting way to learn about a range of STEM areas and to provide a learning experience. […] Cleverly written and beautifully illustrated, this book will provide hours of fun. -- Children's Books Ireland * Reading Matters Guide 2023 *Featured in the Bookseller's children's previews for May 2023 * the Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisFrom the creator of That Fruit is Mine! comes a laugh-out-loud cautionary tale, sure to resonate with all picky eaters and their parents!Little Donkey LOVES eating grass it's just so sweet, and crunchy, and juicy! His pillow is even made from grass so that he can roll over in the morning and eat his own bed. Why don't you try some other food? suggests his desperate mum, putting on a juggling display of colourful fruit as a way to entice her little one to eat something new. But Little Donkey sees no need. Until, that is, he catches a glimpse of his reflectionTrade Review“Simply wonderful!” * Fallen Star Stories *

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Book SynopsisLearn about the kings and queens of England in this fun and informative sticker activity book for young children.From William the Conqueror to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II this fun-filled activity book, with 100 stickers and beautiful illustrations from Jessica Smith, contains picture puzzles, sticker scenes and much, much more. A brilliant book, for 5 to 7-year-olds, the activities and fun facts will get young children interested in kings and queens and inspire them to find out more about the history of the British Isles. There are hours of fun to be had with this interactive activity book!

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Book SynopsisJourney with Wally on this ultimate maze adventure! With eleven extraordinary maze scenes, plus mini-mazes and extra searches to challenge you, too. Wow!Wally invites you to join him on an incredible journey of a lifetime! Every fabulous location he visits is a magnificent mind-boggling maze, with twists and turns in all directions. Trace your fingers along the paths from start to finish and complete the maze challenges and searches along the way. Wander through galleries, blast off from a space centre, pick-and-mix a route through a sweet factory, sneak behind the scenes in Wallywood and boogie the night away at the disco. With even more places to discover and checklists of extra things to look for in every scene, this is a truly a-maze-ing experience!

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of Ultimate Football Heroes comes the first book in the new Johnny Ball series, perfect reading for football-mad kidsJohnny Ball LOVES football. He loves reading about it, talking about it, watching it and he loves playing it too. He's a good player, but not quite good enough to make the Tissbury Primary School team for the super-huge Under-11s County Cup. But never mind, because their clueless coach, Mr Mann, has a special role for Johnny: ASSISTANT MANAGER! With only Grandpa George's old scarf, a pocket' notebook and his brilliant football brain, can Johnny lead the Tissbury Primary team all the way to County Cup glory?Trade ReviewFeatured in The Bookseller June Previews. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *This is the first part of a new series by Matt Oldfield, and is written with great style and humour. The illustrations throughout the book by Tim Wesson complement the story really well. * The School Librarian *Please read some lovely reviews from Toppsta.com below:"It was a fantastic book and it blew my mind. Note from parent: my son absolutely loved this book and didn’t want it to end. Thoroughly enjoyed reading it to him.”"This book is fantastic for key stage 2. My key worker group loved it! They all listened intently as I read it aloud. Johnny Ball is a great character that we could all identify with and the story is really well written with great illustrations and a super storyline. I'm going to read it to my 6 year old now too. I would definitely buy more Johnny Ball books!”"I'm going to dress up like Johnny Ball for World Book Day next year!”"Alexander loves this book, it could have been written about him as his whole world at the moment is Football, just like the main character Johnny Ball. He talks about it non-stop, watches it, reads about it so this book is right up his street, he found it extremely entertaining. A fabulous book. Very good illustrations all in black and white.” * Toppsta.com *This is a delightful story that will be perfect not just for football fans but also for those who want a funny and quirky feel–good read for age 8+. * The English Association *

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Book SynopsisA hilarious modern fairy-tale mash-up set in a world in which witches are real, magic is real and fairy tales are not only real ... but recent history.Once Upon a Modern Time, in the city of Rexopolis, in the Kingdom of Illustria, lived twelve-year-old Roxy Humperdinck, half-sister to Hansel and Gretel (yes, THE Hansel and Gretel, not that she knows it). Enter Cinderella (Call me Jones) Jones, who most definitely does NOT want to marry ghastly Prince Charming and is far too busy hunting for lost relics of the Cursed Kingdom. But now she needs Roxy's help. And Roxy's about to discover the truth about her world and her family: that witches are real, magic is real and fairy tales are not only real ... but recent history.Trade ReviewWith strong themes of friendship, family and magic this exciting, witty adventure thriller will have you hooked from the first page. Characters are larger than life, the plot is original and unpredictable and the writing is very, very funny.This is a great read for anyone who has fond memories of the traditional fairy tales... and would not be surprised to find out that they are all entirely true! * Booktrust *An off-the-wall, wacky modern fairytale, this book is both gripping and hilarious… Crafty, clever and full of spark, Roxy & Jones are a heart-warming, fun-loving duo that find themselves navigating a mystery that can't be beat. Fast-paced, funny and a brilliant adventure...you'll never look at fairytales the same way again. * Fallen Star Stories Blog *

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Book SynopsisWe all have a song! We all have something to say! We all get to shout out for a brand new day!We all have a voice and a song to sing! In this joyful, rhythmical picture book, Mary Murphy brings to life the beauty of the dawn chorus and shows that even the smallest of birds and the littlest of readers have a powerful voice. With stunning graphic artwork set against a rainbow of sky colour, Chirp heralds a new day and new beginnings.Trade Reviewa glorious picture book […] A lyrically written story that is great fun to read aloud, with strong, vibrant, illustrations that make the heart sing. * Irish Independent *A lyrically written story that is great fun to read out loud, with strong, vibrant illustrations. * Irish Independent, 56 cracking reads to keep kids entertained this Christmas *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewDelightful * Newbury Weekly News *

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Book SynopsisThree festive family favourites exquisitely illustrated in Natee Puttapipat''s intricate silhouette style.Nothing spreads the spirit of the season quite like the three Christmas classics brought together in this stunning gift book. The unforgettable poem The Night Before Christmas, the joyful song Jingle Bells and the beloved ballet story The Nutcracker are presented here for the first time in one lavish book with stunning artwork by Natee Puttapipat. This wonderful seasonal selection is the perfect gift a beautiful book to share at Christmas and treasure for ever.

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Book SynopsisThe new children's book from multi-award-winning author of Hamnet, Maggie O'Farrell, paired once more with Daniela Terrazzini's stunning illustrations.When Jem and his family move to the countryside, he doesn't like his new home one bit. It's an old cottage on the side of a hill, where strange things keep happening: shoes are filled up with conkers, the stairs become tangled in a woollen maze. Jem's sister Verity is certain it is the work of a nouka, an ancient creature from local folklore that lives deep down inside the hill. Jem, however, is adamant that there is no such thing. But this small mythical creature, so attuned to the hearts and minds of others, does exist. And, what's more, it is determined, through mischief and mayhem, to help Jem reignite the spark within himself once more.Trade Review"an autumnal balm for anyone in need of a little magic in their lives." -- Alex O'Connell * children's book of the week, the Times *"Expert storytelling conjures up an unhappy boy whose little sister believes in naughty magical creatures. It suggests that a bit of wild behaviour can be cheering.” * ‘Watch Out For’ for children’s fiction in the Sunday Times *Traditional in its style, this beautiful book will tug at the heart of any reader regardless of age. […] No one would be unhappy after seeing the stunning illustrations that accompany this extraordinary story. * Sunday Times, “The 60 children’s books you should buy this Christmas as chosen by the booksellers of Ireland” *a tender story […] Jaglenka Terrazzini’s illustrations sit at the book’s intersection of mythical intrigue and emotional turmoil. * ‘The next chapter in children’s picture books’, Financial Times *"A gentle, empowering tale with entrancing illustrations.” * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisFrom the creator of Gustavo, the Shy Ghost comes an incredibly stylish series of early-learning board books filled with monsters of all shapes and sizes!Lift the sheets, if you dare.Who will be hiding under there?Will you say eek? Or will you say oooh?Eek-a-peek-a ... peek-a-boo!Hidden beneath seven flaps, seven silly monsters are waiting to be discovered! Arh-wooh! It''s Winston the hairy werewolf. Clackety clack! That must be Mr Bones, the handsome skeleton. Little ones will love making the noises, lifting the flaps, and of course shouting PEEK-A-BOO! in this interactive board book full of surprises.With monstrously bright and bold illustrations, read-aloud sounds, and a sturdy feel, this is the perfect gift for a new arrival, and a stylish addition to a toddler's first library. A first game of peek-a-boo has never been wilder or such fun!

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Book SynopsisFrom the creator of Gustavo, the Shy Ghost comes an incredibly stylish series of early-learning board books filled with monsters of all shapes and sizes!Eat like a monster! Eat like Simone. Simone has ONE TONGUE for licking tasty cones.Count from 1-10 with ten funny and flamboyant monsters! As little ones discover one tongue, two ears and a lively monster with three eyes! they''ll be inspired to shake and move, and learn the names for their different body parts, too.With monstrously bright and bold illustrations, rhyming words, and a sturdy feel, this interactive board book is the perfect gift for a new arrival, and a stylish addition to a toddler's first library. A first counting book has never been wilder or such fun!

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Book SynopsisA chilling take on the opioid epidemic by the New York Times bestselling Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman.Above our world is a toxic wonderland where the party has raged for centuries.Humans know the partygoers simply as narcotics, opioids, drugs. But here they are malevolent gods, toying with the fates of mortals. Roxy and Addison have made a wager to see who can be lethal the quickest. Isaac and Ivy Ramey are their targets. Ivy is understimulated and overmedicated. Isaac is desperate to recover from a sports injury that jeopardizes his chance of a scholarship. This is the start of a race to the bottom that will determine life and death. One Ramey will land on their feet. The other will be lost to the Party.The only question is... Which one?Trade ReviewFeatured in The Bookseller's November previews. * The Bookseller *In my experience, a Shusterman book never disappoints and so it is again with Roxy. Drugs and addiction are the subjects of many young adult novels and this book breathes new life into a much-told story. Books like Roxy address the complacency that “it couldn’t happen to me/my child,” and for that reason alone is worth reading. It offers gentle advice on what to look out for and how to avert disaster and does all of this whilst telling an excellent and compelling story. * GeekDad *

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Book SynopsisAn irresistible festive follow-up from award-winning author-illustrator Emma Yarlett, with hilarious letters and parcels to open.Santa receives post from children all over the world. But when Amy sends him a letter, he just can''t work out what she wants as her gift. Will Santa manage to find Amy the right present in time for Christmas Eve?This joyous story sparkles with Emma Yarlett's vibrant illustrations and quirky humour.A joyful festive novelty picture book, crammed with real letters to open and explore. The BooksellerTrade ReviewA joyful festive novelty picture book, crammed with real letters to open and explore. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *The stunning illustrations and humorous text makes this a fantastic book for reading aloud. Children will love the interactive nature of the letters and presents which give this book a novelty touch. This is sure to be a favourite this festive season. * Early Years Educator *Little letters to open and read throughout the box, perfect for keeping little hands busy and interested. My daughter loves to open them up. Ultimately this is a story of gratitude and appreciating the simple things in life. A wonderful lesson at this time of the year. Emma Yarlett writing and illustrations are just brilliant. Definitely recommend this book. -- Parent * Toppsta *We teamed with children’s review site, Toppsta, to run a giveaway on their social media to encourage early reviews and received some wonderful responses:There is a great deal of humour in the book, and the illustrations are fab. My son particularly liked the way each letter opened up differently. I loved the elves humour! Definitely for boys and girls Christmas stockings - would also be good for letter writing if your teach primary school children! – ParentA lovely book - beautifully illustrated with quirky letters to read. We loved it. – TeacherIt's lots of fun and beautifully illustrated. Sure to brighten up any Christmas shelf. – ParentThis story is engaging and the envelopes and letters fold out making this book hugely appealing to children (and adult sized children). The quality of the paper is wonderful and I wasn’t worried about the envelopes or paper getting torn or crumpled. The illustrations are lovely with lots of expression and details that you can discuss to add further layers to the story. A lovely book for young children. - ParentThis is a fabulous story for little ones and families to enjoy together in the run up to Christmas. My children loved hearing this story, and I quite enjoyed reading it to them too! - ParentLovely book with lots of flaps and the such to open and read the letters. We love Emma Yarlett and this is a brilliant festive addition to the book pile – ParentUltimately this is a story of gratitude and appreciating the simple things in life. A wonderful lesson at this time of the year. Emma Yarlett writing and illustrations are just brilliant. Definitely recommend this book. - Parent * Toppsta *My daughters loved lifting the flaps of all the letters and parcels. Emma’s illustrations are so detailed and the letters are filled with humour. We absolutely loved the ending! * PictureBookPerfect *

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Book SynopsisThe second book in the quirky and hilarious Chick and Brain series, from the Newbery Honor winning author-illustrator Cece Bell.An comic storybook for beginner readers that will have little ones in fits of giggles. Meet Chick and Brain. Chick likes to follow the rules. Brain might not be as smart as he looks. In Egg or Eyeball?, Chick and Brain have found a mysterious object. Chick says it''s an EGG. But Brain is sure it''s an EYEBALL! A graphic novel for very young children that is loaded with verbal and visual humour. Perfect for fans of Mo Willems' Elephant and Piggie series.

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Book SynopsisIf you think monsters don''t exist, just ask Theodora Hendrix. The second in a brilliantly funny new series, perfect for fans of Amelia Fang.After facing down an evil hag, a thieving skele-crow and an army of the undead, ten-year-old Theodora Hendrix is certain she can handle anything that is, until she meets the unpleasant Inspector Shelley and her even more unpleasant pet rat. Shelley and Ratsputin have come to spy on the MLM, and are determined to make trouble at every turn. Then Theodora makes a discovery of her own: a cursed beetle. She needs to destroy it without attracting the attention of the inspector and fast. The stakes couldn't be higher: if Theodora fails, her beloved monster family will rot in the dankest, darkest prisons of TransylvaniaTrade ReviewThis is a really fun adventure mystery book with fantastic supernatural characters. I happily read it aloud and I think it would suit anyone from around 8, or younger if they are being read to. I cannot wait for more adventures with Theodora. * Reviewer (age 10) Books Up North *

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