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A visually stunning, heartfelt, touching and empowering graphic novel, inspired by Linda Sargent's own lived experience.

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An exciting adventure, filled with magic, fun, friendships and weird and wonderful creatures! The story introduces readers to some brain-bendy puzzles and might just convince you that up is down and down is up...

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Engage your employees and improve your business! The six key steps give you all the tools you need to help your employees fully reach their potential and also highlights best and worst practice by focusing on specific companies. Instructive and helpful, learn what works for each individual and put into practice long term measures to benefit your business.

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True life stories of the most amazing people EVER! Meet HARRY HOUDINI, the brilliant escape artist who thrilled the world with his death-defying stunts and awesome showmanship. Find out: - How he was inspired by a man with no head, - Why he kept asking to be put in jail (and how he got out again) - And why he dangled upside down from a crane 120 feet up in the air. Get to know HARRY on First Name terms.

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Another charming, vibrant, super-cute offering in the adored Adventuremice series from dream collaborators Phillip Reeve and Sarah McIntyre

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A hauntingly beautiful story about growing up, exploring the secrets of the past, and facing the darkness within.

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Winner of the 2023 British Book Award for Children's Fiction Book of the Year & The Week Junior's Children's Book of the Year: Older Fiction! Adam has found something incredible in a rubbish dump in London. A mysterious, mythical, magical animal. A TYGER. And the tyger is in danger. Adam and his friend Zadie are determined to help, but it isn't just the tyger's life at stake. Their whole world is on the verge of destruction. Can they learn to use their powers before it's too late?

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An explosive near-future thriller from Fiona Shaw, full of contemporary relevance.

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EMILY LIME is the one and only Librarian Detective! As Assistant Librarian (and a pupil!) at St Rita's School, she's got the sharpest mind going. And she's going to need it! There's been a bank robbery in town, a break-in at the school and a dastardly villain is on the loose. With the help of new girl, Daphne, and George (the only boy), Emily is determined to get to the bottom of things, with surprising and very funny results . . .

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It's the 1920s - cars and aeroplanes are new. Lily Gabriel is scruffy, confident and takes no nonsense from anyone. Antony is rich, spoiled and arrogant and Lily is completely and utterly - no nonsense! - in love with him. So join Lily as she falls . . . Falls in love . . . Falls out of the sky . . . Falls through time . . . And effortlessly, inescapably, falls into her future. Life is never what you expect or what you predict. But if you're lucky, you hold onto exactly what you need - a young and wild heart.

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Jack stands in the dark on the landing of the old house, and looks at his feet. He has been here for minutes, his hand on the door handle, debating whether or not to go in. A high-ceilinged room lit only by candles. Thirteen chairs, one empty. Twelve ghostly storytellers, waiting to begin. Come in! Take your place. We have been expecting you. Do you dare to listen to our stories? Do you dare to tell your own? Jack is a curious boy. Are you curious too?

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WATCH OUT! There's a jam thief about! Have you ever bitten into a jammy doughnut and thought - This needs more jam? Imagine Sam's horror when he discovers that his favourite treat has been SUCKED DRY! Who did it?!

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Alex and Freddy's powers are growing, as is their fame. But with fame comes danger, intrigue and evil robot doppelgangers! Can Alex and Freddy save London - and themselves - from disaster? It'll test their bravery and brotherhood like nothing before . . .

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Max and Chaffy are excited to go to Chief Constable Moose's SURPRISE BIRTHDAY PARTY! But the birthday cake has gone MISSING! Max and Chaffy need to find the clues and solve the mystery so the party can go ahead, and YOU CAN HELP!

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The comics in this book were previously published as Looshkin and Looshkin: The Big Number 2. Looshkin might look like a cute blue cat, but you've never met a cat like Looshkin before. If you look away for just a moment, your house will be full of foamy bubbles, there are pigs on your roof, and a portal to a hell-dimension has opened in your loft. And there are bees, everywhere! Life is never going to be boring while Looshkin is around, but one thing is for sure - it will be very, very funny!

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Freddy's life is . . . mixed. He's a superpowered robot (YAY!) . . . Who also has to go to school (BOO!). But when Freddy and his pals gets involved in the school science fair, his robot abilities mean he's suddenly the centre of attention! Which Freddy 100% loves. Will Freddy let this brush with fame go to his head? Of course he will! But that might not go down so well with his friends . . .

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Previously published as Mega Robo Revenge but now reformatted in a longer, chunkier package with brand new content, Robot Revenge is an unmissable adventure for graphic novel fans. BROTHERS. ROBOTS. SUPERHEROES. The Mega Robo Bros have a new and deadly threat to deal with - a half-destroyed robot called Wolfram, who is out for revenge! He's lured Alex and Freddy into a trap - so he can attack London! Will they be able to escape and save the day? And why is Wolfram so determined to get to their mum?

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From the origins of life to the structure of modern ecosystems, this beautifully illustrated and full-colour book follows the story of life on Earth, stopping along the way to relate how key developments have influenced events in history. It is indispensable both for students of biology and anyone curious about how life works.

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What would you do if your home wasn't safe any more? Bea and her family are trying to live as if everything is normal. She and her sister Hannah look out for one another, at home and in school. But their country is starting to fall apart. A civil war is raging, and it's getting closer. Bea is desperate not to leave home, but how long will it be before they have to run?

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Meet Greta Thunberg, the clever and resourceful climate activist who started a solo school strike, aged just fifteen, and inspired millions of young people to join her. Find out: - How worrying about climate change made Greta ill, but taking action made her feel better - Why a real life prince sailed Greta (and her dad) to America on a solar-powered yacht with no toilet - And why she calls Asperger's syndrome her superpower.

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Mia's two sisters are pretty much perfect, but Mia's life is a series of disasters. Fuelled by alcohol and insecurities, she betrays one of her best friends in the worst way imaginable. But will her little sister going missing finally make her realise making everything All About Mia just isn't going to cut it any more? It's time to grow up and face reality.

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Meet FERDINAND Magellan, the swashbuckling 16th century explorer who masterminded the first ever voyage to sail round the world and 'discovered' many new lands (even though loads of people already lived there!). Find out: - Why he was hated by royals and sailors alike, - Why he made one of his sailors dance with a giant - And how he was saved by a pot of jam! Get to know FERDINAND on First Name terms.

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There are three sides to every story . . . It's GCSE results day. Frankie's best friend, Jojo, is missing. A baby has been stolen. And more than one person has been lying. Frankie's determined to find out the truth and her ex-boyfriend Ram is the only person who can help her. But they're both in for a shock . . . EVERYTHING is about to change.

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Wherever Looshkin goes, chaos follows right behind. Prepare yourself for rocket-powered nuclear burps, firecracker cheese and LARGE PANTS GALORE! Full of quick-fire gags and surreal hilarity, you'll never be able to guess what he'll do next - but it's guaranteed to make you titter!

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Trixie dos Santos is obsessed with trickster gods, so when the world is plunged into darkness, she knows who can bring back the light. Loki, Maui and the Monkey King join her on the hugest adventure, but can Trixie keep these maverick saviours in line? Shining a light on epic myths from cultures across the world, Old Gods New Tricks is at once a heart-racing and fascinating read. Full of heart and humour, it has the potential to spark a lifelong interest in folklore and legends. Thiago's distinctive artwork brings these tricksy gods to life, creating a truly unique and unforgettable package.

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They've survived THE CALL - but now the horrors of the Greylands are coming through into the real world. We are being invaded. Are you ready?

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Learn how to be happier at work! Read the six steps you need to take to engage your staff. Take a step in the right direction and measure your workplace happiness! See how you can compare to others and how you can improve at www.measuringyourworkplacehappiness.com

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Her Dark Wings is a modern-day take on the Persephone myth, infused with the intense potency of teenage passions. The richness of Greek myth is vividly brought to life by the immediacy and originality of a fiery, contemporary drama. And iconic mythic figures crackle and change as a modern girl fills the Underworld with new life. Exploring the thin line between love and hate, obsession and attraction, friendship and betrayal, this is a breathless and bold story, beautifully told by an exceptional writer. It's about a girl who realises what she wants and, in getting it, brings soul to a stagnant world, and change to an unyielding god. It's about life - and hope - blooming in the unlikeliest of places. It's about being brave enough to release your wings.

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After a murder is committed, Will finds himself in possession of a key that has the potential to unlock the train's hidden treasures. Together with Maren, a gifted escape artist, and Mr Dorian, a circus ringmaster with amazing abilities, Will must save the Boundless before someone else winds up dead. With villains fast on his heels and strange creatures lurking outside the windows, the train hurtles across the country as Will flees for his life. His adventure may have begun without his knowing . . . but how it ends is now entirely up to Will.

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You never know what to expect from Looshkin - except that it will be very, very funny! Follow the continuing adventures of the maddest cat in the world as he defeats vampires with chicken nuggets, accidentally turns into a duck, becomes a high-flying entrepreneur and gets caught in a time warp. Sometimes all at the same time! It's an explosion of pure comic comedy joy!

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Jamie Smart's number one bestselling series continues! Bunny, Monkey and the gang are delivering more bonkers hilarity than ever before in this glorious cornucopia of chuckles.

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An uplifting and empowering book, Girl on the Fly follows a strong young girl as she navigates friendships, family drama, and her own passion for running, and eventually learns to find her own steady inner rhythm as her outer world falls apart.

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Meet best friends Ig Pig and Og Frog. They do everything together. Just the two of them. Until Bog (the Other Frog) comes along. Bog spoils everything and Ig doesn't like Bog . . . things are about to get ANGRY! But what if having two best friends could be even better than having one?

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Clara and Nancy, two sisters working in Holloway Prison in 1913, find themselves face-to-face with imprisoned suffragettes: women fighting for the same freedoms they want for themselves. Soon Nancy is drawn to one inmate in particular - the enigmatic 'Duchess' - and decides to follow her into the fight. But Clara is torn by the very laws her sister has chosen to try to change. She's fallen in love, and yet marriage would mean giving up the job she loves, and losing her independence forever. How can she possibly choose between the two sides of her heart and not lose a part of herself?

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Tamsin Thomas is the Last Pellar, destined to keep humanity safe from magical forces. When Tamsin's class visits a disused old mine, Tamsin soon realises that there are mysterious creatures hiding underground. But something else stirs deep beneath the earth . . . There's a dark, ancient evil down there, one that's been trapped for a very long time. Tamsin will need all her wits about her if she's going to confront it, and keep everyone she cares about safe . . .

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You're called Fidge and you're nearly eleven. You've been hurled into a strange world. You have three companions: two are unbelievably weird and the third is your awful cousin Graham. You have to solve a series of nearly impossible clues. You need to deal with a cruel dictator and three thousand Wimbley Woos (yes, you read that sentence correctly). And the whole situation - the whole, entire thing - is your fault. Wed Wabbit is an adventure story about friendship, danger and the terror of never being able to get back home again. And it's funny. It's seriously funny.

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Warm, entertaining, and above all thought-provoking, Daemon Voices provides a remarkable insight into the mind of one of our greatest writers. He explains which storytellers have meant the most to him, including William Blake and John Milton, why their work has resonated with him, and how it has inspired his own thinking. In over 30 essays, written over 20 years, Philip Pullman reveals the narratives that have shaped his vision, his experience of writing, and the keys to mastering the art of storytelling.

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In over 30 essays, written over 20 years, one of the world's great story-tellers meditates on story-telling. Warm, funny, generous, entertaining and, above all, deeply considered, they offer thoughts on a wide variety of topics, including the origin and composition of Philip's own stories, the craft of writing and the story-tellers who have meant the most to Philip. The art of story-telling is everywhere present in the essays themselves, in the instantly engaging tone, the vivid imagery and striking phrases, the resonant anecdotes, the humour and learnedness. Together, they are greater than the sum of their parts: a single, sustained engagement with story and story-telling.

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Evil Emperor Penguin's plans to take over planet Earth are in place, and nothing can stop him . . . wait, is that his arch-nemesis, Evil Cat?! Surely the world is too small for TWO evil geniuses! Who will become the cutest evil genius in the world? Giggles are guaranteed in this delightfully silly comic, with extra how-to-draw content so young readers can become creators, too!

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Max and Chaffy can't wait to search for more CHAFFIES. And today is a very SPECIAL day - a snow day! So, a SURPRISE visitor has arrived to look for one of the rarest chaffies of all, and YOU CAN HELP!

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Alex and Freddy are just like any other brothers. They squabble and drive their parents mad. BUT . . . they're also the most powerful robots on earth! The Mega Robo bros face their most dangerous threat yet: the evil robot Wolfram is trying to bring about the end of the world by melting all the ice in the Arctic. Only Alex and Freddy can stop him! Alex Rider meets Ready Player One in these high-octane adventures with heart and humour. These comics were previously published in Mega Robo Revenge but now contain new content! A sensational new addition to the adored Mega Robo Bros series.

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The Frost Fair is coming! But when a surprise snowfall puts the mice's plans at risk, it's up to Pedro and the team to save the Fair and bring joy to the town! Guaranteed to warm hearts everywhere.

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Meet Pedro. He's tiny, but while looking for a BIG adventure he is rescued by the ADVENTUREMICE - a brave, determined team who keep all the Mouse Islands safe from harm. Pedro's dream is to show he's heroic enough to join their ranks. And he soon gets the chance to prove himself, when a big scary otter starts causing trouble in the waters nearby . . .

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It was always at sundown they were seen. In that twilight hour, when the walls between the worlds grew thin, strange things might slip through the cracks. Sometimes then, so the stories went, enchanted islands would appear in the empty ocean to the west of Wildsea. When Utterly Dark was a baby, she was washed up on the shores of the Autumn Isles and taken in by the Watcher of Wildsea. But everything changes when her guardian suddenly drowns. Now who will keep the Watch, and make sure Wildsea stays safe from the strange forces teeming in the deep ocean around them? A magical new story from the bestselling and prize-winning author of Mortal Engines.

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Felix is no ordinary boy. With the help of his friends, he's started his own business, and he already has thousands of pounds stashed under his bed. But it's not all smooth sailing . . . especially because he hasn't told his parents yet! Friendship troubles, family drama and fast cars - it's a lot for one boy to cope with. But this is Felix - and he's not going to let anything hold him back.

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Life is all around us, abundant and diverse, it is extraordinary. But what does it actually mean to be alive? Nobel prize-winner Paul Nurse has spent his career revealing how living cells work. In this book, he takes up the challenge of defining life in a way that every reader can understand. It is a shared journey of discovery; step by step he illuminates five great ideas that underpin biology. He traces the roots of his own curiosity and knowledge to reveal how science works, both now and in the past. Using his personal experiences, in and out of the lab, he shares with us the challenges, the lucky breaks, and the thrilling eureka moments of discovery. To survive the challenges that face the human race today - from climate change, to pandemics, loss of biodiversity and food security - it is vital that we all understand what life is.

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When Mum gives her the notebook, Scarlet should be happy. It's beautiful, with its shiny scarlet cover and its blank pages full of promise. But Scarlet is absolutely NOT in the mood for a peace offering. Does Mum really think she can tear their family apart and expect Scarlet to be happy about it? Scarlet decides there's only one thing she can write in the notebook. The truth, about everything . . .

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