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_______________ THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: OVER 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD! _______________ Can you find all Santa's elves and help the bunnies get through the maze in time to find their presents? Join in the fun with the bunnies as they go on a winter adventure and get ready for Christmas! Based on the bestselling We're Going on an Elf Chase, this super activity book is bursting with colouring, puzzles, games and over 100 lovely stickers. From much-loved illustrator Laura Hughes, creator of We're Going on an Egg Hunt, this treasure trove of festive fun is packed with reindeer, penguins, elves and winter magic. Guaranteed to keep little ones occupied over the holiday season, it makes the perfect Christmas gift! _______________ The Bunny Adventures series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come. _______________

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Amelia’s granny forgets lots of things. Little things, like where she put her glasses, and big things like people and places. But everything anyone has ever forgotten is stored in The Forgettery, and there Amelia and her granny learn the power of making memories. WINNER! English Association English 4-11 Picture Book Awards, Fiction 4-7 Category! Chosen by The Guardian for Book of the Month! Filled with warmth and gentle humour, The Forgettery is a beautifully written, sensitive look at dementia and memory loss. Over 850,000 people live with dementia in the UK, which will soar to 2 million by 2051. Globally, around 50 million people live with dementia, with nearly 10 million new cases each year. Opening up discussions surrounding this challenging topic with little ones has never been more important. Without ever explicitly mentioning dementia, The Forgettery can be enjoyed as an adventure story where children explore a fantastical world where memories can be re-discovered and revisited as well as newly made. Rachel Ip’s tender words capture the wonderful bond between grandmother and granddaughter and Laura Hughes conjures up an exciting, wonderous space where our most precious memories are stored, and the challenge of dementia can be gently explored and understood.

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--------------------- THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES! THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: OVER 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD! --------------------- We’re going on an elf chase. Come and join the fun. Can we catch them all? YES! Run, run, run! Four bunnies set off on a jolly Christmas lift-the-flap adventure to find ten little elves hidden under the flaps. You’ll have to run, run, run if you're going to catch them all! And there are lots of obstacles along the way, from clippy-cloppy reindeer to roaring polar bears and flippy-flappy penguins. Stuffed with festive frolics, this is the perfect Christmas gift. From the bestselling Laura Hughes, illustrator of We’re Going on an Egg Hunt and The Birthday Invitation

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_______________ THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER _______________ THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD! We're going on an egg hunt. We're going to find them all. We're REALLY excited. Hooray for Easter Day! Join the Easter Bunnies as they set off on an exciting lift-the-flap Easter egg hunt. With ten eggs to find and count, it's great fun. But watch out for the obstacles along the way – lambs, chicks, bees and ducks – and there's even a wolfish surprise, so do take care. Based on the traditional 'We're Going on a Lion Hunt' rhyme, the delightful illustrations and read-aloud story will be a huge hit with all fans of the classic We're Going on a Bear Hunt. The Bunny Adventures series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come. _______________ No.3 on the Sunday Times Children's Chart w/e April 2nd 2022.

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Daddy, would you like a sandwich, with all your favourite things...? Join one little girl on her quest to make her father the perfect sandwich, whether he likes it or not... You're in for a wicked surprise!From Squishy McFluff author Pip Jones and bright new talent Laura Hughes, this is a brilliantly funny and charming picture book perfect for ages 3+ and for Fathers' Day gifts.'A delightful treat of a story' Guardian, Best New Children's Books'What small child would not love this amazing picture book to bits!' Books for Keeps

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_______________ THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: OVER 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD! DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES _______________ We’re going on a treasure hunt. Yo! Ho! Ho! Help us find the golden coins ... Arrrrr! Off we go! Yo! Ho! Ho! Join the fun as four bunnies set off on a thrilling pirate adventure to find the hidden treasure chest. With ten gold coins to find hidden under the flaps, it's an action-packed treasure hunt! You'll need to watch out for the obstacles along the way – leaping dolphins, colourful parrots, scary sharks and naughty monkeys – and help the bunnies get home in time for a delicious SURPRISE! Stuffed with piratical fun, this is the perfect gift for everyone who loves adventure. From the bestselling Laura Hughes, illustrator of We're Going on an Egg Hunt and We're Going on an Elf Chase, this gorgeously illustrated lift-the-flap romp is packed full of treasure and tropical creatures – perfect for little pirates everywhere! _______________ The Bunny Adventures series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come. _______________

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The sparklingly funny debut picture book from Juno Dawson, bestselling writer and activist. Sometimes people say to me: ‘What happened to your brother, Bill?’ That’s when I look them in the eye and say: ‘Hun, you need to chill.’ When Bill can’t be found at school one day, the imaginations of the other children run wild. Is he on holiday? Is he lost in the park? Has he been eaten by a shark?! It’s up to Bill’s sister to explain… ‘A timely, perfectly positive and reassuring read.’ Steven Lenton ‘GLORIOUS and heartwarming with so much love between the two covers. Just beautiful!’ Alex T Smith Juno Dawson’ debut picture book is a witty and fun-filled rhyming story about family, identity and allyship. Bold, joyful and warm-hearted, its message of love and inclusivity shines through on every page. Juno Dawson is the internationally bestselling author of Young Adult novels and non-fiction, including Clean and This Book Is Gay, as well as a novelist, screenwriter, journalist, and a columnist for Attitude magazine. Her work has appeared in Glamour, Dazed, Grazia and the Guardian, and she was chosen by Val McDermid as ‘one of the ten most compelling LGBTQ+ writers working in the UK today’.

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_______________ THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD! DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES _______________ We’re going on an elf chase. Come and join the fun. Can we catch them all? YES! Run, run, run! Four bunnies set off on a jolly Christmas lift-the-flap adventure to find ten little elves hidden under the flaps. You’ll have to run, run, run if you're going to catch them all! And there are lots of obstacles along the way, from clippy-cloppy reindeer to roaring polar bears and flippy-flappy penguins. Stuffed with festive frolics, this is the perfect Christmas gift. From the bestselling Laura Hughes, illustrator of We’re Going on an Egg Hunt and The Birthday Invitation. _______________ The Bunny Adventures series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy board for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come. _______________

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_______________ THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER _______________ THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: OVER 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD! We're going on an egg hunt. We're going to find them all. We're REALLY excited. Hooray for Easter Day! Join the Easter Bunnies as they set off on an exciting lift-the-flap Easter egg hunt. With ten eggs to find and count, it's great fun. But watch out for the obstacles along the way – lambs, chicks, bees and ducks – and there's even a wolfish surprise, so do take care. Based on the traditional 'We're Going on a Lion Hunt' rhyme, the delightful illustrations and read-aloud story will be a huge hit with all fans of the classic We're Going on a Bear Hunt. The Bunny Adventures series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy board for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come. _______________ No.3 on the Sunday Times Children's Chart w/e April 2nd 2022.

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With artwork by Laura Hughes, much-loved illustrator of the bestselling picture book, We're Going on an Egg Hunt Jack has a new book, and he's found the perfect place to read in peace - a big, beautiful tree. So when a tiger, a bear, an alligator and a whole host of unusual animals ask if they can join him, Jack says, 'NO! This tree is just for me!" But you've got to be careful what you wish for. When the animals go away, Jack begins to wonder whether keeping something to yourself is so much fun after all. Sometimes, a tree is EVEN better with friends in it too! This Tree is Just for Me is a charming and uplifting tale of friendship and sharing that will delight children and parents alike.

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Watch out! There's a chocolate monster on the loose! This utterly delightful chocolatey story is the latest picture book sensation from Pip Jones - the funniest voice in young fiction today - and rising star illustrator, Laura Hughes.BREAKING NEWS: a chocolate monster is on the loose! Keep watch, and closeall cupboard doors.No chocolate bar's secure.If left at large, The Chunk will turn up at YOUR house, for sure.And worse still this fiend will make sure you take the blame! Keep your eyes peeled and join in the hunt for The Chunk in this brilliant new picture book charmingly illustrated by rising star Laura Hughes.'A bubbly picture book on a chocolatey theme.' Lovereading4kids'Delectable rhyming treat.' Red Reading Hub

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The original Idol, Grammy Award-winning singing sensation Kelly Clarkson, makes her picture book debut with this enchanting story inspired by her own daughter, River Rose. The book comes complete with a link so you can listen to an original lullaby written and performed by Kelly herself. It's a big day for River Rose she's going to the zoo! But when she's too excited to fall asleep the night before, it takes a magical lullaby from Mom to send River Rose off on a dream adventure! Soon River Rose is hopscotching with the hippos, slip-sliding with the penguins, and dancing with the big brown bears. It's a rollicking, rhyming tale from America's most beloved performer, recording star Kelly Clarkson. Join along on this bedtime journey with an original lullaby that parents and kids are sure to love! River Rose landed down in the center of the zoo. And right around the corner came a bouncy kangaroo. He was just about to ask if there was something he could do, when River Rose jumped up and said, "We've come to play with you!"

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Tim doesn't mean to be terrible, he just likes to draw . . . and roar . . . dash . . . and splash. But at the end of a hectic day, he also loves to cuddle and snuggle!

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_______________ THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: OVER 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD! _______________ DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES! There are lots of sleepy animals to wake up in this bouncy, energetic picture book. Lift the flaps, then hop with the little bunnies, cheep with the chicks, baa with the lambs and mew with the kittens. Interactive, packed with non-stop fun and based on the popular nursery rhyme 'Sleeping Bunnies', this jolly lift-the-flap board book is full of the joys of spring and the perfect gift all year round. From the illustrator of the bestselling We're Going on an Egg Hunt (No.3 on the Sunday Times Children's Chart w/e April 2nd 2022). _______________ The Bunny Adventures series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy board for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come. _______________

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With artwork by Laura Hughes, much-loved illustrator of the bestselling picture book, We're Going on an Egg Hunt Jack has a new book, and he's found the perfect place to read in peace - a big, beautiful tree. So when a tiger, a bear, an alligator and a whole host of unusual animals ask if they can join him, Jack says, 'NO! This tree is just for me!" But you've got to be careful what you wish for. When the animals go away, Jack begins to wonder whether keeping something to yourself is so much fun after all. Sometimes, a tree is EVEN better with friends in it too! This Tree is Just for Me is a charming and uplifting tale of friendship and sharing that will delight children and parents alike.

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Perfect for nervous/excited kids about to go to kindergarten (and their parents!). This engaging adaptation of “The Twelve Days of Christmas” convinces parents and children alike that there is no place cooler than a kindergarten classroom.On the first day of kindergarten, there’s so much to do! From making new friends to jumping rope in gym to riding the bus to school, there are lots of exciting firsts to look forward to.Even though saying good-bye to Mom and Dad is hard, when the school bus pulls up, it’s time to begin kindergarten fun.Share at home along with such books as Clover Kitty Goes to Kittygarten and Kindergarten, Here I Come!Tish Rabe is a seasoned children’s book author with over 160 titles, including ones for Sesame Street and Curious George, under her belt. Like Natasha Wing with The Night Before Christmas, Rabe puts a novel spin on a first-day-of-school classic with On the First Day of Kindergarten.And don't miss the follow-up: On the First Day of First Grade!

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Daddy, would you like a sandwich, with all your favourite things . . . ? Join one little girl on her quest to make her father the perfect sandwich, whether he likes it or not . . . You're in for a wicked surprise!From Squishy McFluff author Pip Jones and bright new talent Laura Hughes, this is a brilliantly funny board book perfect for ages 1+.

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Mummy's going away for three whole days!She's bound to miss home very much, so Ruby Roo decides to pack a suitcase with all the things she knows Mummy loves best.Uh-oh. Mummy's in for a wicked surprise!Join Ruby Roo and Barney Boo in the latest picture book sensation from Pip Jones - the funniest voice in young fiction today - and rising star illustrator, Laura Hughes.

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Winner of the Oscar's Book Prize 2018 What if a PIG got stuck up your NOSE? How ever would you get it out? When Natalie has to go to school with a pig stuck up her nose, her whole class gets together to find a way to get the pig out. But how will they do it? The zany humour of Sue Hendra (of Supertato and Barry the Fish with Fingers fame) meets Babe the Pig in this funny picture book. This delightfully silly tale, brought to life by warm, comical artwork from rising star Laura Hughes, will have children giggling and oinking out loud to try to work out how to get a farmyard animal out of someone's nose. The perfect picture book for boys and girls aged 3 years and up – or for anyone who has ever got something stuck up their nose! "This very funny, sweet story won the hearts of the judging panel. Oink!" @oscarsbookprize "The surprise comes right at the start, and what a wonderfully dotty premise to begin a story with, about problem solving in the classroom. Brilliantly structured too" – Julia Eccleshare "Everything about There's a Pig Up My Nose! is entrancing, from the title onwards; it also features the best PE excuse note ever" – The Guardian “…we really want to understand and pick out the books that kids want, as opposed to the books that adults think they should want. The winner that epitomises that more than any other is John Dougherty and Laura Hughes’ There’s A Pig Up My Nose from 2018, which is just glorious.” – James Ashton, co-founder of Oscar's Book Prize (The Bookseller) John Dougherty was born in Larne, Northern Ireland and worked as a children's primary school teacher for several years before leaving to concentrate on his writing. He has published several books for children and has been shortlisted for a number of prestigious awards. His book, Zeus Sorts It Out, was one of The Times children's books of the year 2011. Laura Hughes studied illustration at Kingston University and is the illustrator and artist behind Daddy’s Sandwich, nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2016. She has worked with several publishers including Bloomsbury, Harper Collins US and Faber & Faber. She lives in east London with her cat. Disclaimer: neither of them have ever had a pig stuck up their nose …

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Amelia’s granny forgets lots of things. Little things, like where she put her glasses, and big things like people and places. But everything anyone has ever forgotten is stored in The Forgettery, and there Amelia and her granny learn the power of making memories. Chosen by The Guardian for Book of the Month! Filled with warmth and gentle humour, The Forgettery is a beautifully written, sensitive look at dementia and memory loss. Over 850,000 people live with dementia in the UK, which will soar to 2 million by 2051. Globally, around 50 million people live with dementia, with nearly 10 million new cases each year. Opening up discussions surrounding this challenging topic with little ones has never been more important. Without ever explicitly mentioning dementia, The Forgettery can be enjoyed as an adventure story where children explore a fantastical world where memories can be re-discovered and revisited as well as newly made. Rachel Ip’s tender words capture the wonderful bond between grandmother and granddaughter and Laura Hughes conjures up an exciting, wonderous space where our most precious memories are stored, and the challenge of dementia can be gently explored and understood.

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_______________ THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: OVER 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD! _______________ DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES! There are lots of sleepy animals to wake up in this bouncy, energetic picture book. Lift the flaps, then hop with the little bunnies, cheep with the chicks, baa with the lambs and mew with the kittens. Interactive, packed with non-stop fun and based on the popular nursery rhyme 'Sleeping Bunnies', this jolly lift-the-flap adventure is full of the joys of spring and the perfect gift all year round. From the illustrator of the bestselling We're Going on an Egg Hunt (No.3 on the Sunday Times Children's Chart w/e April 2nd 2022). _______________ The Bunny Adventures series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come. _______________

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It's raining, it's pouring.And Daddy is snoring.Mummy is working.Oh, EVERYTHING'S BORING.What can Ruby Roo do on a rainy day? Use her imagination! This jaunty, thrilling rhyming text sees these two intrepid explorers jet off to the jungle in their cardboard seaplane, and swing through the exotic pot plant canopy . . . encountering some strangely familiar characters on their way!Packed with humour, colour and adventure - and with tons of 'clues' for children to spot - this is the latest picture book sensation from Pip Jones and superstar illustrator, Laura Hughes.

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Rabbit on the Run is based on Aesop's fable The Tortoise and the Hare, about the rabbit whose complacency leads him to underestimate the tortoise, who shows that slow and steady can win the race ... This popular story written by Alex Lane and beautifully illustrated by Laura Hughes will capture your child's imagination! It has been sensitively rewritten based on phonics to enable your child to read it with confidence whilst capturing the magic of the original tale. There are useful tips for parents and an engaging story map inside the book to help you and your child retell the story together. The Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales series includes 40 of the best known stories from all over the world, which have been passed down for generations. They are a perfect introduction to different cultures, traditions and morals. All the stories are carefully levelled to Oxford Reading Tree levels and matched to the phonic progression in Letters and Sounds enabling your children to read the stories independently. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with childrens reading development is also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.

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