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When Nina's mother, Miranda, mysteriously disappears, Nina's father goes to look for her, leaving Nina with her two eccentric aunts who run a charity shop in town. Nina soon discovers that working in the shop can be funny, intriguing and rewarding as she takes in weird and wonderful donations, makes new friends and uncovers strange secrets! But Nina is determined to solve the mysteries that have taken over her life - where has her mother gone? Why did she leave so suddenly? And just what is the secret she's been hiding?Award-winning author Linda Newbery grips and entertains readers in her usual mesmerising way with this intriguing new mystery.

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Discover the extraordinary lives of the inspiring girls who have lived throughout history at 6 Chelsea Walk.Andie loves living in Chelsea. Amongst the fashion, music and art galleries along the trendy King's Road, she dreams of becoming an artist. There's even a real artist living in the flat downstairs. Andie's best paintings are inspired by the moon, and she can't wait for the first moon landing. But can Andie find the courage to reach for the stars and show her paintings?An irresistible novel set against the vivid backdrop of the moon landing - one of the most thrilling moments in modern history.

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He's older than anyone can tell. Older than the trees. Older than anybody.For as long as she can remember, Lucy has wanted to catch a glimpse of the mysterious green man who lives in Grandpa Will's garden: Lob.You have to be very special to see him; that's what Grandpa says. Lucy's parents think Lob's just imaginary, but Lucy knows he exists. And she can't believe it when she finally spots Lob in the gooseberry bushes.But Lucy's world is about to be shattered by a terrible event. What will happen to Lob now - and will she ever see him again? Linda Newbery, with the vivid embroidery of Pam Smy's illustrations, has conjured a real green man right out of the woods and stories of legend.

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Make fir cones into little owls and paper plates into animal masks. Turn a cardboard box into a fantastic castle and odd socks into fun puppets. You can even use an old sink to make a wonderful wildlife pond, with water lilies and even frogs. Follow Dragonfly Nursery as they get creative and discover the fun of ‘upcycling’. Simple Make-It instructions are included. Rubbish? Not any more!

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When Tom makes a cat of ice and snow, it comes to life at night: roaming the streets, prowling his dreams. What can it be looking for? Curl up with Cat Tales from award-winning and enchanting storyteller, Linda Newbery.

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An adorable story about the cutest and cheekiest of kittens. Perfect for cat lovers of all ages!She's a whiskers wiper, knitting tangler, cushion clawer, sprawly snorer... Join Posy the kitten as she bounces and pounces through an adventure-filled day. Posy may be one of the cheekiest, most inquisitive kittens around, but that doesn't stop her being one of the most loveable ones too!An irresistible picture book from Costa Children's Book Award Winner, Linda Newbery and Kate Greenaway Medal Winner, Catherine Rayner. Inspired by their own love of cats!

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Tomas wants to be like his father – strong, brave and fearless. Pappi is a mountain guide, often away from home. He has taught Tomas to love the mountains, but also to fear their dangers – the winds and blizzards, the treacherous paths, the giddying slopes. Above all, Tomas fears the Brockenspectre – a huge, shadowy creature that lives alone in the heights, waiting for unwary climbers. Its looming figure haunts his thoughts and his dreams. When Pappi goes out one day and fails to return, Tomas knows it’s up to him to search – up on the high mountain passes, where dangers await. Will Tomas find his father . . . or will the Brockenspectre find him?

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