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''I am Emerald . . . Star,'' I announced, giving birth to my new self right that moment.Brave, feisty Hetty Feather is back on another fantastic adventure!Since leaving the Foundling Hospital, Hetty has seen her fair share of drama, excitement, tragedy and loss. After the death of her beloved mama, she sets off to find a real home at last - starting with the search for her father.But Hetty is no longer a simple country girl, and begins to fear she''ll never truly belong anywhere. And even when she is reunited with her beloved childhood sweetheart Jem, Hetty still longs for adventure - especially when an enchanting figure from her past makes an unexpected reappearance. Could a more exciting future lie ahead for Hetty?A brilliant end-of-series novel, the sort with just the right amount of tragedy, love, adventure and excitement. - The GuardianEnter the amazing world of Hetty Feather and follow her adventures throughout the s

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Holly Jackson''s A Good Girl''s Guide to Murder meets Cynthia Murphy''s Win Lose Kill Die in this explosive YA thriller from Danielle Valentine.Most people's births aren't immortalized in a police report.Olivia was born during the infamous Camp Lost Lake murders but, when she begins questioning the events surrounding her birth, she finds there's a lot more to that tragic night.Most people don't spend their childhood on the run.Reagan's mother might be considered guilty of murder, but Reagan knows she's innocent. Tired of running, she returns to Camp to clear her mother's name.Only, someone wants the past to remain buried and will kill again to do so. If they're to stay alive, Olivia and Reagan must work together fast to uncover the truth. . .

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It''s another busy day at Stanley''s bakery! There''s so much to do before Stanley''s customers arrive! He must prove the dough and bake enough treats to make a yummy display. Will he get everything done in time to open the bakery?A wonderful first introduction to baking for little readers.Discover more Stanley books: Stanley''s BoatStanley''s ParkStanley''s GarageStanley the BuilderStanley the FarmerStanley''s CafeStanley''s ShopStanley the PostmanStanley''s SchoolStanley''s TrainStanley''s Fire EngineStanley''s Library

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Barbara is in a very bad mood. She won''t admit it, but she is. She has a problem with a sock, and at lunchtime there''s a strange pea... And even though she''s at the park with her friends, it all just gets a bit much. Suddenly Barbara''s WOBBLER is out of control! But what if Barbara and her Wobbler can work together, so she can be cheerful again?Winner of the UKLA Award and shortlisted for the Oscar''s Book Prize and the FCBG Children''s Book Award, Barbara Throws A Wobbler is a brilliantly funny and sensitive way to understand and deal with tantrums. These are the most brilliant, beautiful and silly picture-books out there at the moment. Little doorways of joy. Caitlin MoranThis book is AMAZING. It will be a modern classic! - Richard Osman

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Welcome to The Playgroup Games!Peppa and her friends are at playgroup playing different sports to try and find their favourite and win a medal for their team. There are lots of sports to take part in! Team Playgroup try basketball, gymnastics, trampolining, skateboarding and so many more. Peppa doesn''t know what her favourite is, so she tries them all!Join Peppa in this exciting picture book to celebrate sport and taking part!Don''t miss these other brilliant Peppa books:Peppa Pig: My Mummy is AmazingPeppa Pig: Peppa''s First Day at School: A Lift-the-Flap Picture BookPeppa Pig: Peppa Visits Santa

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Scrub those ears. Wash your toes. Uh-oh, Niko!You missed your nose. Help little Niko have a bath and get ready for bed in this interactive board book packed with push-and-pull sliders and flaps.Uh-Oh Niko is a little bear who sometimes gets things a little wrong. Whatever happens, he always tries again and learns new skills along the way.This series is the perfect way to help toddlers with their daily routines.Children will love joining in with the fun-filled rhyming text which will inspire imaginative play within the story.Want more fun with Niko? Check out the other books in the series:Uh-Oh, Niko: Bedtime

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Peppa and her friends are singing their favourite nursery rhymes at playgroup.This chunky tabbed board book is the perfect introduction to classic nursery rhymes.Sing along to: Mary had a Little Lamb, Hey Diddle Diddle, Hickory Dickory Dock, Itsy Bitsy Spider, Row Row Row Your Boat, The Wheels on the Bus and Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.Which is your favourite to sing?Don''t miss these other brilliant Peppa books:Peppa Pig: My Mummy is AmazingPeppa Pig: Peppa''s Magical Sticker Dress-Up BookPeppa Pig: Peppa''s Great Dinosaur Hunt: A Lift-The-Flap Book

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I have tried to answer some really big questions.But there are other big questions I need you to help answer.Join Stephen Hawking as he encourages young readers to pose their own theories to some of our universe's biggest questions. Questions like:- How can we take care of each other?- What is in a black hole?- What else is out there in our universe?With gentle prompts to spark conversations with curious minds, You And The Universe challenges young readers to think about the world around them. With answers to each question at the end of the book, this story allows children to pose their own theories about our planet and themselves.Written by Professor Hawking''s daughter, Lucy, and carefully illustrated by Xin Li, You And The Universe is inspired by Professor Hawking''s 2018 Earth Day address. Reminding young scientists everywhere to look up and engage with the world around them.

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Discover Peter Rabbit''s next adventure with his brave cousin, Benjamin Bunny, with a picture book edition of this classic tale. This new large format is perfect to for families to share and read all about Peter Rabbit''s very first adventure!Peter Rabbit has been an icon of children''s literature, starring in everything from books to toys to films! This next tale sees Peter and Benjamin continuing their mischievous adventures as they hop into Mr. McGregor''s garden - and into reader''s hearts.Beatrix Potter''s original text appears here in full, along with her beautifully engaging illustrations in a new format, perfect to introduce children to this famous rabbit.Discover more original Beatrix Potter tales:The Tale of Peter Rabbit Picture BookMy First Peter Rabbit CollectionThe Complete Collection of Original Tales (1-23)Beatrix Potter The Complete Tales

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Join Spot as he bakes a birthday cake for his Dad in this classic lift-the-flap tale - now available as a board book!It''s Dad''s birthday, and Spot and Mum decide to surprise him by baking a cake. They go shopping for tasty ingredients, before cooking together in the kitchen - where things get a little bit messy!With fun flaps to develop fine motor skills and an adventurous story to encourage curiosity and exploration, this classic story is perfect for early learning and play.Eric Hill''s Where''s Spot? was the first ever lift-the-flap book - and his ground-breaking innovation continues to delight and surprise readers with interactive fun. Spot has now been a trusted character in early learning for over 40 years, selling over 65 million books worldwide.Loved this? Try these!Where''s Spot?Spot Goes to the FarmSpot Goes on HolidaySpot Goes to SchoolSpot Goes to the ParkSpot Says GoodnightSpot

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Be swept away by an exquisite and unforgettable adventure from a stunning new talent in children''s storytelling, perfect for fans of Northern Lights and The Unadoptables.Meet Ista Flit. Daughter. Face-changer. Thief . . .Amongst the cobbled streets and misty alleyways of Shelwich, magic rises and falls with the Tide. When the Tide is out, the magic ebbs to a low murmur. When the Tide is in, the magic is high - and Tide-blessings are at their strongest.For most people, the Tide-blessing they are born with is nothing more than a simple party trick: eyes that change colour, or the ability to recite a poem backwards. Some, though, are blessed with more powerful gifts. Telepathy. Flight.Or, in the case of Ista Flit, being able to transform to look like someone else. Anyone else...Ista has come to Shelwich in search of her missing father, and she''ll do anything to find him - even work for Shelwich''s most notorious thie

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Hello friends, come on down to our wonderful town,You'll be welcomed with arms open wide.Because here, every year, our town blossoms with cheer,As tomorrow we'll celebrate . . . Pride!Join a group of friends preparing to celebrate Pride, learning about its positive messages and creating banners and costumes that reflect what they''re passionate about. This is a beautiful, moving story that shows it''s never too early to start celebrating love, acceptance and inclusion.

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Comb through beaches for fossils and dive into rock pools in this fun, informative guide to the beauties found along and around seashores.Ever wondered which fossils you may find in the sand at the beach or why they have flags at the beach?This book takes a closer look at sights you can see along and under the shores such as lighthouses, sandcastles, sea sports and the creatures found in rock pools.Want more? Follow the changing seasons with the other titles in the What to Look For... series:What to Look For in SpringWhat to Look For in SummerWhat to Look For in AutumnWhat to Look For in Winter

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If you could choose your own story, what story would you tell? Join in and read along in this funny picture book where YOU pick the story. With over 60 funny story options to choose what happens next on each page, this interactive book encourages children to join in with the reading experience and practise using storytelling language.With so many different story options to choose each time, these books can be read and enjoyed again and again and again!

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Peppa is back with another fun-filled Official Annual, perfect to keep the little ones entertained during the festivities! Full of activities, puzzle games stories and colouring pages, this Official Annual is a perfect Christmas stocking filler to ensure hours of fun and games for every Peppa fan!Tons of Peppa Xmas Fun! Also Available:Peppa Pig: The Official Annual 2020Peppa Pig: The Official Annual 2021Peppa Pig: The Official Annual 2022Peppa Pig: The Official Annual 2023

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Change can be scary but with their family always by their side, the Hinch brothers can do anything!The Hinch brothers, Ron, Len and Henry, love their home. It''s full of their toys, happy memories and their amazing Wendy house. But, today''s moving day and as boxes pile up, the boys start to feel nervous. And when they get to the new house, things really don''t feel right...Follow the Hinch brothers as they learn to love their new home - with a bit of help from Mum and Dad.With gorgeous illustrations by Hannah George, this picture book is a reassuring story about change, and the excitement and worries that come with it.Sunday Times bestseller, July 2023

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It''s time to CHOOSE.This laugh-out-loud book puts the power in your hands as you build your very own sloth squad. Which sloth would you choose to play hide and seek with?Which sloth would you choose to go camping with?Which sloth would you choose to read you a bedtime story?With five sloths to choose from on each page, each with their own individual style and personality, this is a hilarious, wacky and wonderful opportunity to promote discussion and decision-making skills. Also coming soon: Choose Llamas 9780241392706

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La novela emblemática de Umberto Eco.  Una trama apasionante. Una admirable reconstrucción del conflictivo siglo XIV «Umberto Eco cambió nuestra mirada sobre los libros: imprescindibles,  pequeños, frágiles, a veces criminales, casi siempre salvadores. Un maestro que nos enseñó a entrelazar la sabiduría y el juego con su estilo sagaz y lúdico, con su asombrosa inventiva y certera lucidez.» Irene Vallejo UNO DE LOS 100 TÍTULOS FUNDAMENTALES DEL SIGLO XX SEGÚN LE MONDE  Valiéndose de las características de la novela gótica, la crónica medieval y la novela policíaca, El nombre de la rosa narra las investigaciones detectivescas que realiza el fraile franciscano Guillermo de Baskerville para esclarecer los crímenes cometidos en una abadía benedictina en el año 1327. Le ayudará en

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