Literature & Fiction
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Dormouse Has a Cold: A Lift-the-flap Story (Tales From Acorn Wood, 9)
Lift the flaps and get cosy with Dormouse Has a Cold, a story in the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood preschool series by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.
Dormouse is sniffing and snuffling – being ill is hard! But with some help from Doctor Stoat and a visit from her friends as she snuggles up at home, she soon starts to feel better. What will cheer her up? Lift the flaps to find out, then join Dormouse and her friends for a fun trip to Acorn Fair.
With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, Dormouse Has a Cold joins the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood which have been delighting parents and children for over twenty years.
Enjoy more lift-the-flap adventures from Acorn Wood: Cat’s Cookbook, Squirrel’s Snowman, Badger’s Band and Mole’s Spectacles.
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Squirrel’s Snowman: A Lift-the-flap Story (Tales From Acorn Wood, 6)
Lift the flaps and join in the winter fun with Squirrel’s Snowman, a story in the Tales from Acorn Wood preschool series by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo – perfect for sharing at Christmas!
It’s snowing in Acorn Wood, and Squirrel wants to build a snowman. Will she and her friends find everything they need to build? Lift the flaps to find out in this wonderful wintry tale.
With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, Squirrel’s Snowman joins the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood which have been delighting parents and children for over twenty years.
Enjoy more lift-the-flap adventures from Acorn Wood with Dormouse Has a Cold, Mole’s Spectacles and Badger’s Band.
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On the Farm: A Push, Pull, Slide Book (Campbell Axel Scheffler, 8)
Little ones can join in the fun On the Farm by pulling out the sliders, moving the animals and making all the different noises! Quack along with the ducks, moo with the cows and neigh with the horses.
Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and beautifully illustrated by the award-winning Axel Scheffler. On the Farm has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer’s Good Toy Guide.
Discover more animal books from the illustrator of The Gruffalo with In the Jungle and Lizzy the Lamb.
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The Baddies: the wickedly funny picture book from the creators of Zog and Stick Man, now available in paperback!
“Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are the Lennon and McCartney of children’s publishing” Sunday Times
This fabulous picture book from superstar author and illustrator Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler is a riot of slapstick fun and silliness.
The Baddies are the meanest, nastiest ghost, witch and troll in the land.
They just adore being bad, and fight over who is the worst.
When a little girl moves into a nearby cottage, the Baddies can’t wait to scare her out of her wits.
But the little girl quickly shows them that you don’t have to be big to be brave, and baddies don’t always win.
- A brilliant paperback edition for new and old fans alike
- Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot
- Julia and Axel are the team that have created picture book favourites such as The Gruffalo, Stick Man, Zog and The Smeds and The Smoos – all of which have been made into animated films premiering on BBC1 Christmas Day
More praise for The Baddies:
‘[The Baddies] is every bit as charming and wonderful and funny as you’d imagine’ Nihal Arthanyake, BBC Radio 5 Live
‘A mean ghost, witch and troll try, yet hilariously fail, to frighten a girl in this brilliant new tale from the superstar picture book duo’ The Bookseller
‘Keeps little ones grinning and guffawing from the first colour-soaked page to the last hilarious line of this fresh, funny and exuberant rhyming story … With Donaldson’s heartwarming, inspirational messages about being brave and standing up to bullies, a wise and enchanting story in a rhyme perfectly created for reading aloud, and Scheffler’s stunning and richly detailed illustrations providing lots to spot on every page, this is a creative partnership made in children’s reading heaven!’ Lancashire Evening Post
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The Cat in the Hat (Dr. Seuss)
The one and only Cat in the Hat from the iconic Dr. Seuss gets a brand new look, introducing his roller-coaster ride of mayhem to a new generation of readers.
When Sally and her brother are left alone, they think they’re in for a dull day – until the Cat in the Hat steps in on the mat, bringing with him mayhem and madness! This is the classic book that every child should have the joy of reading.
The perfect book for early readers, the new style brings a worldwide favourite to a whole new generation.
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Magic Tree House #1-4: Dinosaurs Before Dark / The Knight at Dawn / Mummies in the Morning / Pirates Past Noon (Magic Tree House Collection)
Celebrate back-to-school–no matter what that looks like–with the first four books in the #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time! Every visit to the magic tree house leads to a time-travel adventure!Meet Jack and Annie! Jack and his younger sister, Annie, are just regular kids. But when they discover a tree house in the woods, something magical happens. Jack and Annie are whisked back in time to the Age of Dinosaurs, a medieval castle, ancient pyramids, and treasure-seeking pirates.
Books in this set include: Dinosaurs Before Dark (#1), The Knight at Dawn (#2), Mummies in the Morning (#3), and Pirates Past Noon (#4).
Did you know that the Magic Tree House series has two levels?
MAGIC TREE HOUSE: Perfect for readers 6-9 who are just beginning to read chapter books–includes this boxed set!
MERLIN MISSIONS: More challenging adventures for experienced readers ages 7-10The Magic Tree House series has been a classroom favorite for over 25 years and is sure to inspire a love of reading–and adventure–in every child who joins Jack and Annie!
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These Are the Avengers (World of Reading, Level 1)
The Marvel Heroes of Reading line of early readers is designed to offer reluctant readers, books that they will want to read by featuring characters they love. The series is broken into three levels that invoke the rigorous training courses their favorite Marvel heroes must engage in to perfect their super powers. In reading this series, early readers will prefect their own power to read.
Meet the Mighty Avengers introduces readers ages 4-6 to the world of Marvel’s popular Super HeroTeam that includes Iron Man, Captain America, Thor and the Hulk!Read more
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The Little Green Box of Bright and Early Board Books: Fox in Socks; Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You?; There’s a Wocket in My Pocket!; Dr. Seuss’s ABC
Four of THE most beloved Dr. Seuss Bright and Early Board Books in a sturdy box with a plastic handle!Inside this cheery green box are abridged board book editions of the Dr. Seuss classics Fox in Socks, Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You?, There’s a Wocket in My Pocket!, and Dr. Seuss’s ABC. Secured by a tuck closure and perfect for travel, this cute set makes a literacy-nurturing gift, perfect for babies and toddlers.
And if you are looking to give a really special gift, pair this collection with The Little Blue Box of Bright and Early Board Books by Dr. Seuss!
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Tales of King Arthur (Usborne Library of Fear, Fantasy & Adventure S.)
A tale of the Arthurian legends of sorcery, chivalry, quests and courtly love. This title recounts the original chronicles of the wizard Merlin, the Sword in the Stone, the Knights of the Round Table, Sir Lancelot, Queen Guinevere and the Lady of the Lake.Read more
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My Mouth Is a Volcano
Teaching children how to manage their thoughts and words without interrupting.
Louis always interrupts! All of his thoughts are very important to him, and when he has something to say, his words rumble and grumble in his tummy, they wiggle and jiggle on his tongue and then they push on his teeth, right before he ERUPTS (or interrupts). His mouth is a volcano! But when others begin to interrupt Louis, he learns how to respectfully wait for his turn to talk.
My Mouth Is A Volcano takes an empathetic approach to the habit of interrupting and teaches children a witty technique to help them manage their rambunctious thoughts and words. Told from Louis’ perspective, this story provides parents, teachers, and counselors with an entertaining way to teach children the value of respecting others by listening and waiting for their turn to speak.
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Star Wars Set: Trapped in the Death Star! / Use the Force! / Captured on Cloud City / Rescue from Jabba’s Palace / The Fight in the Forest / Trouble on Tatooine (World of Reading)
Learn to read with the help of Luke, Leia, Rey, Finn and the rest of your favorite Star Wars characters!
Stories Include:- Trapped in the Death Star
- Death Star Battle
- Use the Force!
- Cloud City
- Rescue from Jabba’s Palace
- The Fight in the Forest
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World of Reading Star Wars Boxed Set (World of Reading: Level 1)
Learn to read with the help of Luke, Leia, Rey, Finn and the rest of your favorite Star Wars characters!
These Level 1 readers feature simple, easy to follow text paired with colorful illustrations for beginning readers
Box set features:- Escape from Darth Vader
- AT-AT Attack!
- Ewoks Join the Fight
- Finn & Poe Team Up!
- Chaos at the Castle
- BB-8 Finds a Friend
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My Big Wimmelbook – Diggers at Work!: A Look-And-Find Book (Kids Tell the Story) (My Big Wimmelbooks)
Kids who can’t get enough of construction equipment will love this seek-and-find introduction to literacy, full of busy diggers! The My Big Wimmelbooks series is an effortless introduction to literacy that lets beginning readers ages 2 to 5 be the storyteller―with hours of seek-and-find hands-on learning. Nearly wordless, My Big Wimmelbooks® invite young children to explore vibrant, full-spread illustrations of everyday scenes. Little ones love pointing out what they can find, while older kids can seek out recurring star characters and imagine their unfolding story lines! Diggers at Work! is packed with digging machines of all kinds, alongside a crew of hard workers who are tearing down houses, shoveling dirt, and moving scrap. This is our first wimmelbook to include a spread with illustrated diagrams, helping curious kids point out different parts of diggers, like the bucket, cab, and engine. Promising hours of imaginative fun, wimmelbooks are a blast―and an excellent introduction to reading.Read more
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Feather (The Twitchers)
The Twitchers have one last mystery to solve – and this time it’s a heist! The final unputdownable adventure in the bestselling birdwatching detective series from the internationally acclaimed author of Beetle Boy and Adventures on Trains, wildlife queen M.G. Leonard.
On a school trip to the Royal Swan Natural History Museum, Ava finds herself at the centre of a heist: hundreds of invaluable bird of paradise skins from the Alfred Wallace Collection have been stolen! When she discovers a large jet-black feather, she’s sure it’s a clue, but the police won’t listen to her. Slipping away, she takes the case to the Twitchers in an investigation that leads them to the bizarre and sinister world of fly-fishing, and to a mysterious girl with a pet Raven called Caliban and a dangerous ring of thieves and smugglers…
Feather is an exciting winter mystery adventure about friendship, bravery and protecting nature, perfect for readers 9+ and for fans of Robin Stevens, Lauren St John and Jenny Pearson. It can be enjoyed as a stand-alone adventure or read as part of The Twitchers series.
Praise for The Twitchers:
“Leonard knows her audience and the jeopardy comes in flocks … Find your nest, curl up and enjoy.” The Times, Children’s Book of the Week on Twitch
“A twist-laden, thriller-like tale of a bird-mad boy, some bullies and an escaped convict hiding in the nearby woods.” Observer on Twitch
“A skilfully crafted mystery adventure. A clarion call for environmentalists everywhere.” Rob Biddulph, LoveReading4Kids on Spark
“A twisty crime drama as well as a persuasive story about friendship and nature.” Sunday Times on Twitch
“Simply genius.” BBC Wildlife Magazine on Twitch
“Another pacy wonderful adventure steeped in the magic of nature and friendship.” Jasbinder Bilan on Spark
“Leonard has crafted an intelligent mystery from unlikely material, with bonus bird facts.” Irish Times on Twitch
“A winged masterpiece.” Maz Evans on Twitch
“Enthralling from beginning to end, it really touched my young bird-loving heart! Just wonderful!” Dara McAnulty on Twitch
“Twitch is an absolute triumph. The perfect blend of mystery and adventure, a winning hero with an eye for ornithological facts and a heart as big as the countryside, plus a cracking whipsmart plot, I think this is M. G. Leonard’s best book yet.” Christopher Edge on Twitch
“Cracking characters, beyond pacy plotting and an ending that is almost Bugsy Malone-esque!” Phil Earle on Twitch
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Don’t Tickle the Cow! (Touchy-feely sound books)
You’d better not tickle that cow… because it just might moo if you do! Babies and toddlers won’t be able to resist touching the soft patches in this delightful novelty book to hear the farm animals come to life. As well as the cow, there’s a hen, a pony and a goat to tickle, before all the animals get noisy at the same time in a musical finale that’s guaranteed to get everyone dancing!Read more
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The Pug Who Wanted to be a Christmas Unicorn
The perfect Christmas present! A bumper collection featuring two favourite festive stories about Peggy the pug – THE PUG WHO WANTED TO BE A UNICORN and THE PUG WHO WANTED TO BE A REINDEER!
In THE PUG WHO WANTED TO BE A UNICORN, Peggy the pug is spending Christmas with a foster family. Her new friend Chloe loves unicorns so much that Peggy thinks she needs to become one too, in order to find her forever home.
In THE PUG WHO WANTED TO BE A REINDEER, Peggy’s family have lost their Christmas spirit. Can she help them get it back again by becoming one of Santa’s reindeer?
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Greg the Sausage Roll: Wish You Were Here
Sun’s out, crumbs out – Greg the Sausage Roll is SO EXCITED to be jetting off on his first-ever holiday! He’s ready to hop on a plane to paradise for some FUN IN THE SUN! Karaoke, splashing in the pool, ice cream – Greg’s ready to try it all and have the BEST HOLIDAY EVER!
But will he miss his sausage-roll sweetheart, Gloria, and all his friends back at the bakery?
Developed and written by the social media phenomenon that is LadBaby – the king and queen of sausage rolls – and creators of the hilarious No. 1 bestseller Greg the Sausage Roll: Santa’s Little Helper.
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Izzy the Inventor and the Time Travelling Gnome
Meet Izzy the Inventor in a laugh-out-loud fiction series that brings together science, magic and a very lovable unicorn. Packed full of illustrations and easy-to-read text, this series is perfect for beginner readers and fans of Isadora Moon and the Kitty books.Henry the unicorn is trapped in a tall tower in Fairytale Land and it’s up to Izzy to save him. She’s come with all her latest inventions – water balloons, catapults, musical instruments – but this time, her inventions alone can’t save Henry. She’s going to have to learn how to travel through time with the help of a bad-tempered gnome!
Every book contains ideas for science experiments and a QR code with links for more to try at home.
Other titles in the series:
Izzy the Inventor and the Unexpected Unicorn
Izzy the Inventor and the Curse of DoomRead more
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Sunny Bunnies: My Book of Feelings
Learn about emotions with Sunny Bunnies
Discover all the different moods you can experience with the Sunny Bunnies. Are you feeling happy? Are you feeling sad? Are you scared? Or surprised? Children feel many emotions every day. Naming and identifying them is a way for little ones to start recognizing their feelings.
As they gain self-awareness, children learn to manage their emotions, a critical skill that lays the foundation for emotional intelligence and resilience. The feelings described in this book include joy, surprise, anger, love, fear, sadness, and calm.
About Sunny Bunnies: The Sunny Bunnies are five fluffy and magical creatures who live on the sun. They like to beam down to earth to explore new locations and find fun and mischievous games to play. Sunny Bunnies usually end up in funny situations involving more than a little mayhem, but always find a solution to the most baffling predicament–all thanks to team spirit!
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Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Fairy
Count down to bedtime with your littlest fairy in this new board book edition of Ten Minutes to Bed Little Fairy, part of the no. 1 bestselling Ten Minutes to Bed series.
Poppy the fairy wishes she could fly as high as all of her friends, but there’s just one thing – her wings are very small!
When Poppy spots a lost gnome far from his glade, she is determined to use her wings and get him to safety. But can this little fairy fly to the rescue and still get back home before bedtime?
Weaving a journey from lively beginning to gentle end, this enchanting, heartwarming tale is perfect for little readers everywhere and will help them settle down for bed.
Now available as a gorgeous board book, this sturdy format is perfect for younger fans of the Ten Minutes to Bed series.
This bestselling bedtime series has sold one million copies worldwide! Do you have all the books in the Ten Minutes to Bed series?
Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn (also available as a board book)
Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Mermaid (also available as a board book)
Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Monster (also available as a board book)
Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Dinosaur (also available as a board book)
Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Dragon (also available as a board book)
Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn’s Christmas (also available as a board book)
Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn’s Birthday
Ten Minutes to Bed: Baby Unicorn
Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Dinosaurs Big RaceRead more
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Shadowhall Academy: The Whispering Walls
Welcome to Shadowhall Academy, where spirits haunt the school halls. A brilliantly spooky new series from the author of Aveline Jones.
I heard a tapping noise, right by my head. Like there was someone in the wall trying to get my attention…
When Lilian Jones starts at creepy, cold and bewilderingly large Shadowhall Academy, she’s nervous about making friends and finding her way around, but those turn out to be the least of her worries when strange things start happening at school.
Tapping in the walls, unsettling tales of missing students, and rumours that the school is haunted… When mysterious figures start appearing at night, looking exactly like the girls themselves, Lilian suspects there may be more to the bizarre happenings than just stories, and her school is hiding real secrets.
Realising her new friends could be in danger, Lilian sets out to solve the mysteries of Shadowhall Academy once and for all…
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Pugicorn and the Lovebug (The Magic Pet Shop)
Pugicorn, everyone’s favourite magical pet, is back with an adorable new sidekick: the Lovebug!
It’s the season of Leaps and Love Hearts and Princess Ava dreams of going to The Lovebug Ball with her pet, Pugicorn. But the invitations are strictly for unicorns only . . .
Could it be time for new traditions in Twinkleton-Under-Beanstalk?
A sparkling tale of love and friendship, that shows it’s ALWAYS more fun when everyone’s included! The perfect Valentine’s Day gift for loved ones and little ones alike!
Pay another visit to the Magic Pet Shop . . .
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Pugicorn and Hugicorn
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Silverborn: The Mystery of Morrigan Crow Book 4 (Nevermoor)
Enter the fantastically Wundrous world of Nevermoor – perfect for all adventurous young readers. Morrigan Crow has a dangerous choice to make in the fourth of this bestselling, award-winning series …
Praise for Nevermoor: ‘Exciting, mysterious, marvellous and magical … quite simply one of the best children’s books I’ve read in years’ Robin Stevens, author of Murder Most Unladylike.
Morrigan Crow is ready for a new adventure. In Silverborn: The Mystery of Morrigan Crow, we will travel to places in Nevermoor that we’ve never seen, we’ll meet people from Morrigan’s past who will be very important in untangling the mystery of who she is … as she sides with someone very dangerous to learn more of the Wundrous Arts.
Enter a place of hope and imagination in this Wundrous series, winner of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize and with film rights sold to Fox.
Praise for Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow: ‘A full-speed joy of a book; funny, quick-footed, and wildly, magically inventive’ Katherine Rundell, author of Rooftoppers
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Thomas & Friends: Annual 2025: A perfect gift for all train and transport-loving kids with stories, activities and early learning concepts fun!
Toot! Toot! Packed full of fun and games, it’s the Thomas & Friends Annual 2022!
The Thomas & Friends Annual 2022 is full of great stories from the Thomas & Friends TV show along with engine profiles, colouring pages, dot-to-dots, spot the differences, odd ones out, counting activities, mazes, quizzes, posters and more.
Let’s race into action with the Thomas & Friends Annual 2025!
Featuring all your favourite engines including Thomas, Percy, Diesel, Nia, Kana and Bruno, there’s loads of fun content to entertain all Thomas fans including exciting stories, a boardgame, odd ones out, memory games, matching pairs, dot-to-dots, a timed challenge, tracing activities, spot the differences, follow the lines, profiles and lots of colouring, counting and early learning concepts fun.
It includes four great all-action stories:
The Christmas Mountain
Bells are Ringing
The Great Bubbly Build
Ashima’s Amazing ArrivalLook out for other great Thomas & Friends storybooks and board books available in bookshops, supermarkets, toy shops and online now.
Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 75 years. He ranks alongside other beloved characters such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.
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The Secret of the Blood-Red Key (The Stolen Dreams Adventures)
The dazzling follow-up to the phenomenal The Book of Stolen Dreams from master storyteller David Farr, perfect for fans of Katherine Rundell and Philip Pullman.
Step inside the pages of an immortal adventure…
Rachel and Robert have defeated the tyrant Malstain and become the heroes of Krasnia, but all is not how it should be. Robert is swept away with his new friends, leaving Rachel alone to take care of her ailing father, who’s lost without their beloved mother.
From nowhere, a boy appears knowing the secrets of the hidden blood-red key. For the key is a way into the Hinterland – and Rachel must promise that, as a new key keeper, she will answer when it calls. When a young girl, Elsa Spiegel, is illegally smuggled into the Hinterland, Rachel has no choice but to use her key to save Elsa. But her fate is linked to Krasnia, and Rachel must battle to save her home as she knows it.
Praise for The Book of Stolen Dreams:
“A new and important voice for young people.” Michael Morpurgo“Dazzling! An instant classic. An eye-wateringly funny and jaw-droppingly fantastical adventure, chock-a-block with rare books, airships, and penguin-shaped hats.” Ben Miller
“A wonderful story. Gripping and magical.” Anthony Horowitz
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Zoe’s Rescue Zoo: The Worried Wombat
At Zoe’s Rescue Zoo only the cutest, cuddliest animals need apply!
Zoe loves living at her uncle’s rescue zoo because there’s always something exciting going on. And Zoe also has an amazing secret… She can actually TALK to the animals!
Zoe’s thrilled to welcome a new wombat family to the zoo! But when Winnie is separated from her mum, can Zoe help the little wombat feel safe in her new home?
Another fantastic title in the perfect series for young animal lovers, beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams.
Have you read Zoe’s other adventures?Check out The Rascally Raccoon, The Adventurous Arctic Fox, The Runaway Reindeer, The Talkative Tiger and many more titles!
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In the Shadow of the Wolf Queen: An epic fantasy adventure from an award-winning author (Geomancer)
The start of an epic new fantasy trilogy from bestselling, award-winning author Kiran Millwood Hargrave.
‘Destined to be a classic’ Garth Nix
‘A stunning adventure’ Cressida Cowell
‘Fierce, lyrical … an earth-shattering fantasy’ Piers TordayThe earth is stirring . . .
Ysolda has lived her life in the shadow of the wolf queen’s tyrannical rule but, safe in her forest haven, she has never truly felt its threat.
Until one day when a mysterious earthquake shakes the land and her older sister Hari vanishes in its wake.
Accompanied by her loyal sea hawk, Nara, Ysolda embarks on a desperate rescue mission. But when she is forced to strike a bargain with the wolf queen herself, she soon finds herself embroiled in a quest for a magic more powerful – and more dangerous – than she could ever have imagined …
From the author of The Girl of Ink and Stars, Julia and the Shark and The Mercies, the Geomancer trilogy is a new modern classic for readers young and old.
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The Stompysaurus Board Book (DinoFeelings)
A reassuring tale about coping with overwhelming feelings and frustration, The Stompysaurus is the latest book in the DinoFeelings series by Rachel Bright and Chris Chatterton, creators of The Worrysaurus. Now available in a chunky board book, perfect for little hands.
One morning, Stompysaurus wakes from a happy dream, feeling excited for the new day, until things start to go a bit wrong. His brother’s being a tease, his breakfast isn’t his usual favourite and NOTHING is going right. His STOMPS and ROARS start rising inside him, until they EXPLODE!
But a tricky start doesn’t have to mean a stompy finish. Can Stompysurus find a new way of looking at things and turn his day around?
The perfect story to help children learn to overcome feelings of anger and annoyance when it seems like everything is going wrong. From the author of the bestselling The Lion Inside. A Read for Empathy Collection Choice, chosen by EmpathyLab.
Check out the other books in the DinoFeelings series:
The Worrysaurus
The HugasaurusRead more
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A Christmas Adventure (The Magic Faraway Tree)
Explore the much-loved Magic Faraway Tree at the most special time of the year. This brand-new story by superstar author Jacqueline Wilson is set in the original world created by Enid Blyton.
Milo, Mia and Birdy are excited to return to the cottage beside the Enchanted Wood for Christmas. They can’t wait to visit their magical friends Silky the fairy and Moonface again. Which amazing worlds will arrive at the top of the Faraway Tree at this time of year? The children are hoping for a trip to the Land of Presents or perhaps the Land of Snow. But before they can celebrate, there is a chilling visit to the Land of the Frozen North . . .
The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton was Jacqueline Wilson’s own favourite book as a young child. Now Britain’s favourite contemporary children’s author, creator of Hetty Feather and Tracy Beaker, is revisiting it in her second wonderful book about this magical world.
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Mysteries at Sea: The Royal Jewel Plot
Alice and Sonny investigate a stolen jewel, in this installment of the bestselling Mysteries at Sea series, from award-winning author A.M. Howell.
Alice and Sonny are excited for their summer trip, sailing on the luxurious yacht the Lady Rose. They’re even more excited when they find out the King of England is going to be onboard too!
There’s also a precious jewel on the boat – a rare opal, kept in a tank protected by a poisonous octopus.
Until one morning, Alice discovers that the opal and octopus are both missing. The search is on to retrieve the priceless gem, before the ship reaches its destination, and everyone on board finds themselves in serious trouble.As Alice and Sonny’s investigations take them closer to the truth, they realise that everyone on the Lady Rose seems to have a secret, maybe even the king himself…
Praise for the Mysteries at Sea series:
“An exquisitely plotted nautical adventure, packed with mystery and derring-do.” Judith Eagle, author of The Accidental Stowaway
“A high-octane nautical adventure, brimming over with secrets and sabotage.” Nicola Penfold, author of Where the World Turns Wild
“”Will appeal to fans of the Adventures on Train series.” The Bookseller
“Absolutely unputdownable.” Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller
“Brilliant story which kept me gripped until the very end!” Ewa Jozefkowicz, author of The Dragon in the BookshopRead more
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There’s a Little Chick In Your Book (Who’s in Your Book?)
A brand-new series of novelty board books from bestselling author Tom Fletcher!
CHEEP CHEEP!
Little Chick is looking for her baby brother – can you you help her find him?
Tap, slide, and jiggle the pages to help Little Chick as she searches for her brother amongst all the eggs – and discover some familiar faces from the Who’s In Your Book series along the way!
Toddlers will love this interactive board book, full of fun novelties that encourage curiosity and exploration and a gentle narrative that is perfect to read aloud.
For readers up to five, discover the exciting world of Who’s in Your Book:
There’s a Monster in Your Book
There’s a Dragon in Your Book
There’s an Alien in Your Book
There’s an Elf in Your Book
There’s a Superhero in Your Book
There’s a Witch in Your Book
There’s a Unicorn in Your Book
There’s a Bear in Your BookRead more
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Pretty Please Do Not Open This Book: 9
The ninth book in the Do Not Open This Book series!
Wizz and Nessie have a dance performance to do, only one of them isn’t feeling quite so confident…
Can you help Wizz face his fears? (Just ignore him when he tells you not to turn the page!)
Kids love reading about Wizz’s adventures, the world over!Andy Lee and Heath McKenzie are back with their highly anticipated ninth book, (Pretty Please) Do Not Open this Book. Whether ‘pretty please’ is a polite request or a desperate plea is for you to decide!
This time, Wizz is reunited with his delightful friend Nessie, in some more highly relatable and hilarious situations. Anyone who occasionally (or not so occasionally) is nervous or unsure of themselves will delight in Wizz’s escapades.
Trying new things and letting go of fears about being good enough are important lessons and who could be better to teach a spoonful of confidence than Andy Lee?
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Race to the Rescue (Meet the Maliks – Twin Detectives)
Meet Maysa and Musa Malik. They might be twins but they are total opposites. And together they make an unstoppable team, especially when trying to solve a mystery!
Maysa Malik has got herself into trouble yet again and this time she’s forgotten to post her dad’s passport application before his SUPER IMPORTANT work trip.
Then Imam Abdullah goes missing, and Maysa and her twin brother Musa have a new mystery to solve with the help of their neighbour, Norman, of course. But, as they search for clues around the neighbourhood, Maysa will have to find a way to save her dad’s trip too!
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Do Not Open This Book for Eternity: 8
The eighth title in the Do Not Open This Book series!
Take a hilarious trip through time with a reluctant tour guide – your pal Wizz. He’s back for another adventure, and this time, you’ll never know WHEN he’ll wind up when you turn the page!Wizz is back and travelling in a whole new way! This time there are new periods of history at every turn, as Wizz finds himself in a time-travelling adventure through moments in history.
Another hilarious story that will entertain children and adults alike.
Keep reading through this swash-bucking time travel experience, if you dare!
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Minecraft Young Readers: Mobs in the Mansion!: An official Minecraft illustrated children’s gaming adventure for young, struggling or reluctant readers and kids who love video…
Emmy and Birch go on an adventure to explore a woodland mansion in this Young Reader book and the only official levelled reader series based on Minecraft, the world’s best-selling video game!
Minecraft is the best-selling video game of all time! And now learning to read has never been more fun for fans ages 4 to 7.
This time Emmy and Birch – and their tame wolf Byte – set out on an epic adventure to explore a dark Minecraft mansion!
Look for these other great Minecraft titles:
• Mobs in the Overworld! (Minecraft) 9780755500444
• Survival Mode! (Minecraft) 9780755500451
• Escape From the Nether (Minecraft) 9780755500468
• The Sky’s the Limit! (Minecraft) 9780008495978Read more
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The Colour Monster: The Feelings Doctor and the Emotions Toolkit
The latest picture book in the bestselling The Colour Monster series, from talented author-illustrator Anna Llenas, that encourages conversations about consent, mental health and wellbeing.One day, Nuna was in situation where she didn’t know how to say no and it left her feeling strange and confused. So she goes to see Colour Monster who is now a doctor and who can help to heal emotions, especially those that are big and difficult to understand.
To begin with, Nuna cannot find the right words. But with the help of Colour Monster and his emotions toolkit, Nuna learns how to use tools and techniques that will make her feel better. Together they try things like deep breathing, arts and crafts, blowing bubbles and dancing until she starts to feel calmer. Now will Nuna be able to talk about what’s bothering her?
This story addresses complex themes around consent, saying no and mental wellbeing in a sensitive, age-appropriate way. Through Anna’s experience as an art therapist, she has interwoven techniques that can make these conversations easier. Including big, fold-out pages, children can look inside the emotions toolkit, making use of the ideas for themselves (with the support of a grown-up when needed). The ideal conversation starter for readers of The Colour Monster, The Colour Monster Goes to School and Don’t Hug Doug.
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The Pandas Who Promised
High on a misty mountainside, red panda cubs Popo and Ketu live happily with their mama. As the sisters grow, they promise Mama that they will always stay close to home. But while cautious Popo is content to spend her days in the family’s cosy treetop nest, bold Ketu dreams of excitement and exploration. So when Ketu creeps off down the mountain in search of adventure, Popo must make a choice: will she keep her promise to Mama, or look after her sister?
An action-packed, heart-warming tale of being true to your word and true to yourself, from the creators of the international bestseller The Lion Inside.
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Merry Christmas, Gabby Cats (DreamWorks Gabby’s Dollhouse)
It’s Cat-O-Ween in the Dollhouse, and Gabby is ready to trick-or-treat with Pandy. What kinds of cat-tastic treats will they collect in the Dollhouse? And will there be a few tricks along the way?Read more
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Is This Love: A Family Story Based on the Song by Bob Marley
Relive the magic of Bob Marley’s most beloved songs in this newest picture book adaptation!
Is this love? Is this love that I’m feeling? Bob Marley’s music has captured the hearts and souls of families around the world. This sweet adaptation of one of his best loved songs is a heartwarming tale of an older child’s love for a younger sibling. From the moment she sees her baby sister, big sister knows just what she’s going to do: love her and treat her right, every day and every night. Playing together, watching over her, standing by her through thick and thin . . . big sister does it all, because yes, this is love that she’s feeling.
Adapted by Cedella Marley, Bob Marley’s eldest child, and exuberantly illustrated by Alea Marley, Is This Love is a joyful ode to the unshakeable love shared by all those who call one another family.
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Mr Men Little Miss: The Super Silly Day: A super funny illustrated children’s book, perfect for lovers of pranks and jokes (Mr. Men and Little Miss Picture Books)
Are you ready for a super silly day of tricks, jokes and pranks?!
Mr Mischief and Little Miss Naughty love playing jokes on everyone. They both think they are the best joker in town, so Little Miss Giggles decides to have an April Fools’ Day Competition to find out who can play the best joke of all. But they’re not the only entrants and soon there are jokes being played all over town!
The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged two up. Have you met them all?
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