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It was possibly the kindest, most humane invasion ever. Nobody was killed. nobody was even bruised by it. At least, not at first. Lethbridge-Stewart finds himself having to deal with international politics and inter-galactic agreements, while Anne has to cope with a Russian spy, and a trip to an alien world

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An alien presence has arrived on Earth. Lethbridge-Stewart has been dispatched to determine the nature of the new arrival. Lethbridge-Stewart must call upon the brightest and the best to ensure that Britain is successful in its negotiations, as the alternative is simply too terrifying for him to contemplate an alien menace - allied to the Soviet Union!Failure is not an option. Not at any price

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Follow Sid''s story from tiny seed to tall sunflower! Sid is small and grey, but wants to be tall and bright like the other flowers in the garden. With his friends, Earthworm, Bee, and the other garden animals, this gentle story explains the lifecycle of a sunflower with simple facts, capturing the magic of growing a beautiful sunflower from a tiny seed.

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The Evergreen Forest is full of fascinating stories, especially if you are an Ace Reporter like Bert Raccoon! Bert has been reporting some very strange happenings lately, but no one will believe his stories.

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Lucy Wilson''s adventures in time have taken her to some strange places. Dangerous places, faraway places... But none so strange and alien as where she finds herself now... The 1990s. The Mystery of Lucy Wilson is a part of ''The Lucy Wilson Mysteries'' series, a Lethbridge-Stewart spin-off adventure inspired by characters created for Doctor Who by Mervyn Haisman and Henry Lincoln.

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An unlikely friendship with the most unexpected source - a tiny hamster. In this heart-warming true story, witness how a small pet transforms a family, teaching Lily and her dad invaluable life lessons and capturing people''s hearts worldwide, becoming a viral sensation. A tale of unexpected joy, profound connections, and the power of love, this book will warm your heart.

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Lucy Wilson thought that her run-in with killer spiders was over after her time in Australia! But soon strange happenings on Ogmore-by-Sea beach set her skin crawling once again... Still, whether trapped in a spaceship, abducted by a familiar face, or hunted by space pandas, Lucy''s just glad to have her best friend Hobo back by her side.

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When teenagers Sebastian and Tracy are invited to visit Great Aunt Alice in the Scottish Highlands, they jump at the chance to stay in a real ancient castle. But the painting in Tracy''s bedroom is strange... Can they solve the mystery of the haunted painting? Or will they be stuck in limbo forever? The much awaited sequel to The Haunted Staircase by Devika Rosamund.

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Meet Perky, a little plucky pigeon who loves to sing! She has a big dream of being a rock star but she never gets taken seriously. With the support of her best friend Speckle, she keeps pursuing her dream and one day meets a fellow musician who recognises her talents... A heartwarming story that teaches children about inclusivity, perseverance and teamwork.

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Billy Bandril is the TV sensation sweeping the nation! Fresh from her latest adventure, Lucy Wilson could use some time relaxing in front of the box. But Hobo isn''t too sure... There''s something sinister about Billy and his influence over the viewing public. When Lucy finds herself live on air with Billy, it''s up to Hobo to interrupt the broadcast, before the curtains close... forever.

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In these three linked short adventures, Lucy and Hobo have to face a marauding Quark following old battle instructions. The Lucy Wilson Mysteries is a Lethbridge-Stewart spin-off adventure series inspired by characters created for Doctor Who by Mervyn Haisman and Henry Lincoln.

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North Wales, 1973: Emma and her trumpet-playing brother Edward live with their delightfully eccentric grandparents, Edith and Ernest, in St David''s, while their parents are overseas.

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Melissa Raccoon conquers her fear of flying when she pilots an old helicopter to rescue Bert and Cedric from the perils of the Sneer Mansion''s security system.

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