Literature & Fiction
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The Sign of Four: GCSE 9-1 set text student edition (Collins Classroom Classics)
Exam board: AQA
Level & Subject: GCSE English Literature
First teaching: September 2015
First examination: June 2017This edition of The Sign of Four is perfect for GCSE-level students: it comes complete with the novel, plus an introduction providing context, and a glossary explaining key terms.
‘Moonlight was streaming into the room, and it was bright with a vague and shifty radiance. Looking straight at me and suspended, as it were, in the air, for all beneath was in shadow, there hung a face…’
A mysterious letter, a missing father, stolen jewels and a man found dead in a locked room. Private detective Sherlock Holmes and his faithful companion Dr Watson have their work cut out in a case which takes them through the suburbs of south London, back in time to the forts and swamps of colonial India, and climaxes in a dramatic chase along the river Thames.
Arthur Conan Doyle’s 1890 novel is the famous detective’s second case.
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Spirit Catcher: Spirit Catcher – Book 1 (A Twisted Lakes Novel)
April’s life is chaotic. Her relationship with her mother is strained, her brother is a pest, and the mean girls of Twisted Lakes High are on a mission to make her miserable. So, she can hardly believe it when her crush, Alex, shows an interest in her.But the arrival of a new girl, and April’s purchase of a pagan spirit catcher from the local antique store, unleashes a chain of events that she could never have anticipated.
Now, grappling with forces beyond her understanding, she is forced to question how far she is willing to go to protect the people she loves, and herself.
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Haakon the Good: A Viking historical fiction adventure (Vikings of Norway)
Haakon, the youngest son of aging Harald Fairhair of Norway, embarks on an extraordinary journey as he’s sent to foster under King Aethelstan in the vibrant Anglo-Saxon court.
In this foreign land, Haakon flourishes, dazzling lords and peers alike with his exceptional skills in statesmanship, military strategy, and politics. But as whispers from Norway reach him, carrying tidings of King Harald Fairhair’s demise, Haakon is faced with a momentous challenge—to return home and challenge his infamous brother, Eirik Bloodaxe, for the Norwegian throne.
This pivotal choice thrusts Haakon into an unyielding Northern climate, far from the comforts of King Aethelstan’s court. Here, he not only battles external adversaries but also grapples with an internal conflict of faith, as his Christian beliefs clash with ancient Norse traditions.
As the first Christian king in a realm of heathen warriors, Haakon’s life becomes a relentless struggle, fraught with conflict and combat.
“Haakon the Good” is the latest installment in the thrilling ‘Vikings of Norway’ series, offering an enthralling blend of fast-paced action, epic battles, and vividly real characters within the brutal Viking world. Join Haakon on his epic odyssey and discover how a diplomatic and affable warrior fares in the savage Viking landscape. Don’t miss out—secure your copy now!
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Nothing More to Tell: The new release from bestselling author Karen McManus
From the internationally bestselling author of Netflix’s hottest new show, One of Us is Lying, comes a new, page-turning thriller . . .
True crime can leave a false trail.
Four years ago, Brynn left Saint Ambrose School following the shocking murder of her favourite teacher. The case was never solved, but she’s sure that the three kids who found Mr. Larkin’s body know more than they’re telling, especially her ex-best friend Tripp Talbot. He’s definitely hiding something.
When Brynn gets an internship working on a popular true-crime show, she decides to investigate what really happened that day in the woods. But the further she dives into the past, the more secrets she finds.
Four years ago someone got away with murder. Now it’s time to uncover the truth . . .
‘Given that her high-school-based murder mysteries read like bingeworthy Netflix dramas, it’s easy to see why queen of teen crime Karen McManus is a bestseller on both sides of the Atlantic’ – Observer
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Good Girl, Bad Blood: TikTok made me buy it! The Sunday Times Bestseller and sequel to A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder: Book 2
The New York Times best-selling, brilliantly crafted crime-thriller sequel to the no.1 debut of 2019, A GOOD GIRL’S GUIDE TO MURDER. .
A GOOD GIRL’S GUIDE TO MURDER ISTHE WINNER OF THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS’ CHILDREN’S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2020 ANDSHORTLISTED FOR THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN’S BOOK PRIZE 2020
“Nail-biting, taut and pacy. Jackson [is] a homegrown thriller writer to watch.… – Guardian
Pip Fitz-Amobi is not a detective anymore.
With the help of Ravi Singh, she released a true-crime podcast about the murder case they solved together last year. The podcast has gone viral, yet Pip insists her investigating days are behind her.
But she will have to break that promise when someone she knows goes missing. Jamie Reynolds has disappeared but the police won’t do anything about it. And if they won’t look for Jamie then Pip will, uncovering more of her town’s dark secrets along the way& and this time EVERYONE is listening.
But will she find him before it’s too late?Perfect for fans of One of Us Is Lying, Eva Dolan, C L Taylor, We Were Liars and Riverdale
Praise for A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder:
‘A taut, compulsively readable, elegantly plotted thriller’ – Guardian
‘A fiendishly-plotted mystery that kept me guessing until the very end.’ – Laura Purcell, bestselling author of The Silent Companions
‘There is a lot to really enjoy in this story and there is great energy to the writing, as well as some fine characterization’ – Peter James, award-winning and no.1 bestselling crime thriller author of Detective Superintendent Roy Grace series
‘Twisty, compulsive and so, so clever’ – Savannah Brown, author of The Truth About Keeping Secrets
‘That ending! Pure genius’ – Yasmin Rahman, author of All the Things We Never Said
‘This book was a delight from start to finish. I laughed. I cried. And I very much enjoyed attempting to solve the case with Pip (who I now want to be my best friend). I didn’t guess the twist, and I don’t think many people will. Holly Jackson has absolutely killed it with her debut!’ – Aisha Busby, author of A Pocketful of Stars and contributor to the award-winning A Change is Gonna Come
‘Prepare to be murdered by this book. Dark, dangerous and intricately plotted – my heart literally pounded. I haven’t been this addicted to anything since Serial. Holly Jackson is the next big thing, I promise’ – Laura Stevens, author of The Exact Opposite of Okay
‘Twisty and compelling’ – Fiona Noble, Bookseller
Holly Jackson’s book ‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 18-09-2023.
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One Of Us Is Lying: TikTok made me buy it (One Of Us Is Lying, 1)
The international bestselling YA thriller by acclaimed author, Karen M. McManus – NOW A MAJOR NETFLIX SERIES.
Book One of the Bayview Trilogy.
Five students walk into detention. Only four come out alive.
Yale hopeful Bronwyn has never publicly broken a rule.
Sports star Cooper only knows what he’s doing in the baseball diamond.
Bad boy Nate is one misstep away from a life of crime.
Prom queen Addy is holding together the cracks in her perfect life.
And outsider Simon, creator of the notorious gossip app at Bayview High, won’t ever talk about any of them again.
He dies 24 hours before he could post their deepest secrets online. Investigators conclude it’s no accident. All of them are suspects.
Everyone has secrets, right?
What really matters is how far you’ll go to protect them.‘Tightly plotted and brilliantly written, with sharp, believable characters, this whodunit is utterly irresistible’ – HEAT
‘Twisty plotting, breakneck pacing and intriguing characterisation add up to an exciting single-sitting thrillerish treat’ -THE GUARDIAN
‘A fantastic murder mystery, packed with cryptic clues and countless plot twists. I could not put this book down’ – THE SUN
‘Pretty Little Liars meets The Breakfast Club’ – ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY
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Snow Boys
Dean O’Donnell is a wallflower with a secret and a voice that could steal the show. Preferring to blend into the background at his high school, his world tilts on its axis when he is chosen for a major solo in the upcoming Christmas choir performance. His quiet life is further disturbed when he receives a Secret Santa gift, and an unexpected friendship forms.
Ben Hunter is the boy next door, well-liked but lonely. He wrestles with unspoken feelings for Dean and a family crisis that’s tearing him apart. When he takes a job at the local cinema to help his family out of a desperate situation, his academic life begins to crumble under the strain. But that’s the least of his worries.
As the holiday season unfolds, so do their feelings for each other. But with Dean’s anxiety escalating, and Ben’s life turning more chaotic, their differences seem more apparent than ever. Can they navigate their personal challenges and embrace the feelings growing between them? Or will this winter be the season of missed chances and what-ifs?
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The Night We Got Stuck in a Story: From the author of smash-hit The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale
Turn the page . . . share the adventure in the latest top-ten family fairytale from bestselling author, actor and comedian, Ben Miller.
*Discover Once Upon a Legend, the brand new GIANT adventure, out now!*
Lana and Harrison are staying with their grandparents, when they discover their favourite tree to play in is under threat. That night, a magical golden thread leads them up through the hollow of the tree into a storybook land, where wind and rain rage and a fearsome beast terrifies all who live there.
When Harrison is kidnapped by the evil Queen, Lana must do whatever it takes to find him, save the villagers and restore the balance of the storybook world, before the night is out.
A breathtaking journey through magical worlds for all the family, featuring Lana and Harrison, the adventure-loving siblings from the bestselling The Day I Fell into a Fairytale, from master storyteller, Ben Miller.‘Wonderful, funny, magical’ Chris Evans
‘A magical adventure’ Sunday Express
‘Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour . . . irresistible’ Alexander Armstrong
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Sleep Like Death
New York Times bestselling author and TikTok sensation Kalynn Bayron returns to fairytales with a lush, thrilling and original YA Snow White retelling that brings a new and exciting voice to this familiar tale. Perfect for fans of Cinderella Is Dead.Only the truly desperate – and foolish – seek out the Knight, an ancient monster who twists wishes into curses. Eve knows this first-hand: one of her mothers was cursed by the Knight and trapped in the body of a songbird. With the unique abilities to communicate with animals and conjure weapons from nature, Eve has trained all her life to defeat him.
With more and more villagers harmed by the Knight’s corrupt deals, Eve believes she’s finally ready to face him. But when Queen Regina begins acting strangely – talking to seemingly no one, isolating herself, and lashing out at the slightest provocation – Eve must question if her powers are enough to save her family and her kingdom.
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The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: TikTok made me buy it! (the latest blockbuster, bestselling Hunger Games novel): A Hunger Games Novel) (The Hunger Games)
“Everything you would expect from Collins is here: fraught teenage love; plenty of violence… the themes of friendship, betrayal, authority and oppression will please and thrill” The Guardian
“It works beautifully… please don’t make us wait another decade” The Times
Ambition will fuel him.
Competition will drive him.
But power has its price.It is the morning of the reaping that will kick off the tenth annual Hunger Games. In the Capitol, eighteen-year-old Coriolanus Snow is preparing for his one shot at glory as a mentor in the Games. The once-mighty house of Snow has fallen on hard times, its fate hanging on the slender chance that Coriolanus will be able to outcharm, outwit, and outmaneuvre his fellow students to mentor the winning tribute.
The odds are against him. He’s been given the humiliating assignment of mentoring the female tribute from District 12, the lowest of the low. Their fates are now completely intertwined – ; every choice Coriolanus makes could lead to favour or failure, triumph or ruin. Inside the arena, it will be a fight to the death. Outside the arena, Coriolanus starts to feel for his doomed tribute… and must weigh his need to follow the rules against his desire to survive no matter what it takes.
- Three books, four films and one worldwide phenomenon, The Hunger Games changed the face of global YA.
- The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes was a global number one hit in hardback.
- Soon to be a major feature film releasing in 2023.
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Disney / Marvel Back to Books: Avengers | Disney | Marvel | Build reading confidence | Develop literacy | National Literacy Framework in Wales | Hardback
With Marvel Avengers superheroes! A story to spark imagination, build reading confidence and develop literacy. One of a series of stories that have been carefully tailored to facilitate children’s reading at home and in the class room, in line with the National Literacy Framework in Wales.Read more
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A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder: TikTok made me buy it! The first book in the bestselling thriller trilogy, soon to be a major TV series starring Emma Myers from Netflix’…
The New York Times No.1 bestselling YA crime thriller that everyone is talking about. Soon to be a major BBC series!
THE WINNER OF THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS’ CHILDREN’S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2020
SHORTLISTED FOR THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN’S BOOK PRIZE 2020
‘A fiendishly-plotted mystery that kept me guessing until the very end.’ – Laura Purcell, bestselling author of The Silent Companions
A debut YA crime thriller as addictive as Serial as compelling as Riverdale and as page-turning as One of Us Is Lying
The case is closed. Five years ago, schoolgirl Andie Bell was murdered by Sal Singh. The police know he did it. Everyone in town knows he did it.
But having grown up in the same small town that was consumed by the crime, Pippa Fitz-Amobi isn’t so sure. When she chooses the case as the topic for her final project, she starts to uncover secrets that someone in town desperately wants to stay hidden. And if the real killer is still out there, how far will they go to keep Pip from the truth … ?
Perfect for fans of One of Us Is Lying, Gone Girl, We Were Liars and Riverdale
Holly Jackson started writing stories from a young age, completing her first (poor) attempt at a novel aged fifteen. She lives in London and aside from reading and writing, she enjoys playing video games and watching true crime documentaries so she can pretend to be a detective. A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is her first novel. You can follow Holly on Twitter and Instagram @HoJay92
Holly Jackson’s book ‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 18-09-2023.
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As Good As Dead: TikTok made me buy it! The brand new and final book in the bestselling YA thriller trilogy: Book 3 (A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder)
THE THIRD AND FINAL THRILLING BOOK IN THE BESTSELLING AND AWARD-WINNING A GOOD GIRL’S GUIDE TO MURDER TRILOGY. Soon to be a major BBC series!
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is The New York Times No.1 bestselling YA crime thriller and WINNER of The British Book Awards’ Children’s Book of the Year 2020 and shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2020
Pip Fitz-Amobi is haunted by the way her last investigation ended. Soon she’ll be leaving for Cambridge University but then another case finds her . . . and this time it’s all about Pip.
Pip is used to online death threats, but there’s one that catches her eye, someone who keeps asking: who will look for you when you’re the one who disappears? And it’s not just online. Pip has a stalker who knows where she lives. The police refuse to act and then Pip finds connections between her stalker and a local serial killer. The killer has been in prison for six years, but Pip suspects that the wrong man is behind bars. As the deadly game plays out, Pip realises that everything in Little Kilton is finally coming full circle. If Pip doesn’t find the answers, this time she will be the one who disappears . . .
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is The New York Times No.1 bestselling YA crime thriller and WINNER of The British Book Awards’ Children’s Book of the Year 2020.
SHORTLISTED FOR THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN’S BOOK PRIZE 2020
Perfect for fans of One of Us Is Lying,Eva Dolan, C L Taylor, We Were Liars and Riverdale
Holly Jackson’s book ‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 18-09-2023.
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One Of Us Is Next: TikTok made me buy it (One Of Us Is Lying, 2)
Book Two of the Bayview Trilogy. The sequel to the international bestseller One of Us is Lying.
Welcome back to Bayview High . . .
It’s been a year since the events of One Of Us Is Lying.
But nothing has settled for the residents of Bayview. Not now someone has started playing a sinister game of Truth or Dare.
Choose truth? You must reveal your darkest secret.
Choose dare? Well, that could be even more dangerous. Even deadly.When the game takes an even darker turn, suddenly no one at Bayview High knows who to trust.
But they need to find out who is behind the game, before it’s too late.
Discover the thrilling end to the One Of Us Lying trilogy with One Of Us Is Back.
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Praise for One of Us is Next:
‘Given that her high-school-based murder mysteries read like bingeworthy Netflix dramas, it’s easy to see why queen of teen crime Karen McManus is a bestseller on both sides of the Atlantic.’ – THE OBSERVER‘McManus keeps the juicy subplots ticking over and drip-feeds reveals as clinically as an IV tube.’ – THE GUARDIAN
Praise for One of Us is Lying:
‘Tightly plotted and brilliantly written, with sharp, believable characters, this whodunit is utterly irresistible’ – HEAT‘A fantastic murder mystery, packed with cryptic clues and countless plot twists. I could not put this book down’ – THE SUN
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The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: TikTok made me buy it! (the latest blockbuster, bestselling Hunger Games novel) (The Hunger Games)
NOW A MAJOR FEATURE FILM STARRING TOM BLYTH, RACHEL ZEGLER, VIOLA DAVIS and PETER DINKLAGE. “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is the best Hunger Games movie of them all” USA TODAY
“Everything you would expect from Collins is here: fraught teenage love; plenty of violence… the themes of friendship, betrayal, authority and oppression will please and thrill” The Guardian
“It works beautifully… please don’t make us wait another decade” The Times
Ambition will fuel him.
Competition will drive him.
But power has its price.It is the morning of the reaping that will kick off the tenth annual Hunger Games. In the Capitol, eighteen-year-old Coriolanus Snow is preparing for his one shot at glory as a mentor in the Games. The once-mighty house of Snow has fallen on hard times, its fate hanging on the slender chance that Coriolanus will be able to outcharm, outwit, and outmaneuvre his fellow students to mentor the winning tribute.
The odds are against him. He’s been given the humiliating assignment of mentoring the female tribute from District 12, the lowest of the low. Their fates are now completely intertwined – ; every choice Coriolanus makes could lead to favour or failure, triumph or ruin. Inside the arena, it will be a fight to the death. Outside the arena, Coriolanus starts to feel for his doomed tribute… and must weigh his need to follow the rules against his desire to survive no matter what it takes.
- Three books, four films and one worldwide phenomenon, The Hunger Games changed the face of global YA.
- The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes was a global number one hit in hardback.
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A Heartstopper novella — NICK AND CHARLIE: TikTok made me buy it! The teen bestseller from the YA Prize winning author and creator of Netflix series HEARTSTOPPER
A SUNDAY TIMES TOP 5 CHILDREN’S BESTSELLER
A short novella based on the beloved characters from Alice Oseman’s acclaimed debut novel Solitaire and graphic novel series Heartstopper – now a major Netflix series. From the author of the 2021 YA Book Prize winning Loveless.
Absence makes the heart grow fonder, right?
CHARLIE: “I have been going out with Nick Nelson for two years. He likes rugby, Formula 1, dogs, the Marvel universe, the sound felt-tips make on paper, rain and drawing on shoes. He also likes me.”
NICK: “Things me and Charlie Spring do together include: Watch films. Sit in the same room on different laptops. Text each other from different rooms. Make out. Make food. Make drinks. Get drunk. Talk. Argue. Laugh. Maybe we’re kind of boring. But that’s fine with us.”
Everyone knows that Nick and Charlie are the perfect couple – that they’re inseparable. But now Nick is leaving for university, and Charlie will be left behind at Sixth Form. Everyone’s asking if they’re staying together, which is a stupid question – they’re ‘Nick and Charlie’ for God’s sake!
But as the time to say goodbye gets inevitably closer, both Nick and Charlie question whether their love is strong enough to survive being apart. Or are they delaying the inevitable? Because everyone knows that first loves rarely last forever…
Alice Oseman’s book ‘A Heartstopper novella NICK AND CHARLIE’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 04-07-2022.
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Supercar Colouring Book: Colouring Books for Kids Ages 4-8 Boys
Supercar Coloring BookOur Supercar Colouring Book is filled of fun and awesome cars that will entertain children for hours while they enjoy colouring and bringing them to life!
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More than 25 images
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8.5 x 11”
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Easy to hold for little hands
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Simple images
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Beautiful Cover
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Suitable for children and kids
Thank you for colouring with us ♥
Visit our Author page for more information about our great collection of Colouring Books!
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Liar’s Beach: The unputdownable thriller of the summer (Liar’s Beach, 1)
‘Fast-paced and will have you hooked. You’re in for a killer summer.’ Metro
WE WERE LIARS meets GOSSIP GIRL – this YA thriller with a splash of dark academia is full of secrets, lies, privileged teens and beach parties. The perfect summer read.
A body in the pool. A friend who might be an enemy. A vacation they’ll never forget . . .
Linden has always felt like an outsider and spending the summer at his best friend’s vacation house, surrounded by money and privilege is doing nothing to lessen his imposter syndrome. But he soon has bigger concerns than fitting in – there’s a body in the pool and everyone’s a suspect – including him.
Readers LOVE Liar’s Beach:
An addictive addition to the thriller genreIf you’re looking for a quick, engrossing YA thriller, look no further than Liar’s Beach. Fingers crossed for more!
A wonderful and beautifully written YA book, in the modern One of Us Is Lying vein. I really loved this book
An entertaining read throughout and a fun one to fly through in one sitting
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American Royals
The New York Times Bestseller
‘An addictive Jilly Cooperesque saga’ Guardian
‘A fun, fast-paced read packed with drama, scandal and romance’ The SunCrazy Rich Asians meets The Crown in this completely addictive modern-day royal romance.
The Washingtons have ruled America for almost 250 years.
They’re gorgeous, fiercely famous and the beating heart of the most glorious royal court in the world.
But behind the glittering ballrooms, elegant gowns, and seemingly perfect public personas lie forbidden romances and scandalous secrets. Together four young women will navigate gossip, drama, and the eyes of the world upon them.
There’s everything to play for – but there can only be one queen.
This is the story of the most famous family in the world.
This is the story of the American royals.
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47 Days: The True Story of Two Teen Boys Defying Hitler’s Reich (Biographical WWII Stories for Teens)
“…intriguing and fascinating young adult adventure…” Readers’ Favorite
’47 DAYS’ is a novelette and an excerpt from the award-winning biographical novel, SURVIVING THE FATHERLAND–A True Coming-of-age Love Story Set in WWII Germany.
In March 1945 Hitler ordered his last propaganda command: send all 15 and 16-year old boys to defend the fatherland. 47 DAYS tells the true story of Günter and Helmut, best friends, who dared to defy and disobey. Without knowing how long the war might continue, they spent 47 harrowing days as fugitives on the run. Being caught meant certain execution.
SURVIVING THE FATHERLAND tells the true and heart-wrenching stories of Lilly and Günter struggling with the terror-filled reality of life in the Third Reich, each embarking on their own dangerous path toward survival, freedom, and ultimately each other. Based on the author’s own family and anchored in historical facts, this story celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the strength of war children.
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Dance On My Grave: Summer of 85
Look out for ‘Summer of 85’, the movie based on Aidan Chambers’s 1982 novel Dance on My Grave by groundbreaking French director Francois Ozon.
‘The film is an opportunity to think about yourself, to think about your life, about your love, about your purpose… But mostly I just want people to enjoy this story as much as I did when I first discovered it.’ Francois Ozon, Director in AnOther.
Deftly captures the giddy thrill of first love but also hints that a gut-wrenching tragedy is coming. The result is an incredibly poignant film exploring how love and loss are often horribly intertwined. NME
A sweet, gay romance that gradually morphs into something more suspenseful and macabre – Daily Telegraph
Summer of ’85 is a very memorable and charming film about young love. It’s a film that will take you back to your first summer love. The Gay UK
Life in his seaside town is uneventful for Hal Robinson, nothing unusual, exciting or odd ever happens to him – until now that is. Until the summer of his 16th birthday when he reaches a crossroads of choices in life. He foolishly takes a friend’s boat for a day’s sailing, gets into difficulty and is rescued by Barry Gorman. Their ensuing relationship results in a tumultuous summer for Hal as he experiences the intense emotions of his first teenage love.
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Cracking Cricket (Stupendous Sports Book #3)
Originally a way for bored shepherds to pass the time, via a first international in New York in 1844, to an estimated 60 million players worldwide today – it’s no surprise that cricket is the second most popular sport in the world. Full of jokes, cartoons, fun facts and spotlights on famous cricketers, perfect for cricket fans and newcomers alike, Cracking Cricket is the third book in the Stupendous Sports series, which aims to do for PE what Horrible Histories did for Year 7 History lessons.
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Rampaging Rugby (Stupendous Sports): 1
‘Informative quirky and fun with great illustrations. I would recommend it to any young person…’ – Max Boyce
‘A book to educate young players but also to entertain.’ – Conrad Smith, double Rugby World Cup winner
The first in a series of chapter books all about sports, with cartoons, player tips, irreverent explanations, fascinating facts, and funny stories! The aim is to teach kids about sports, but with a light touch that highlights the spirit of the game as well as the rules. Launching alongside this title is the Stupendous Sports website (www.stupendoussports.com), which promotes the fun side of sports for kids, with giveaways, special offers, and guest appearances from sporting stars.
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The Summer Switch-Off: The hilarious summer must-read from the author of The Kissing Booth
Luna, Rory and Jodie are supposed to be having the time of their lives. Instead they’re all completely bloody miserable.
Luna thought her first year at uni was perfect – until her relationship broke up, and she realised she’s her old school friends might be ghosting her. She’s never felt so lonely.
Rory’s passion is art (and promoting it on her social media), but she wants to fit in with her sensible family, so she’s signed up to study law. It sounds like the most boring thing on earth.
And as for Jodie – she’s put her all into getting top marks at uni, but she can’t remember the last time she had a night out – or a date. Her life is great on paper, but she’s exhausted. Is this the right path for her after all?
In desperate need of an escape, the girls book themselves on a holiday that’s meant to be perfect for solo travellers. But the idyllic resort of Casa Dorada is actually a digital detox retreat – which means NO PHONES! And that’s not even the biggest disaster waiting for them . . .
Will it be a summer the girls will never forget – or one they’d rather not remember?
A sweet, funny, relatable coming-of-age story from bestselling author Beth Reekles, author of The Kissing Booth – perfect for fans of Beth O’Leary and Emily Henry.
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Sisters of Midnight: An unforgettable teen fantasy adventure of warring witches and forbidden love: Book 3 (Sisters of Shadow)
Lily, Alice, Grace, and Jem are back in the third and final spellbinding instalment in the Sisters of Shadow trilogy by Katherine Livesey!
She couldn’t work out if it was the world that had changed, or herself…
When lightning shatters the darkness into a blazing jigsaw of panic and pain, Lily and her friends realise they’ve been transported through the jaws of the wild storm right to the gates of Midnight Manor, home of High Priestess of the Shadow Sect herself, Hecate Winter.
But as a swarm of figures in hooded golden cloaks surrounds them it soon becomes clear: the real enemy was never hewn from the shadows but hidden in the light.
A notorious legion of exorcists from beyond their borders, the Brotherhood of Light have been secretly abducting them for generations and indoctrinating them into believing there are good witches and bad witches, all subordinate to the whims of their oppressors.
Now it’s up to them to build a sisterhood strong enough to survive the sunrise.
Readers have been captivated by Sisters of Midnight:
‘Plenty of drama… a heartwarming read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Fantastic… full of found family, friendships, acceptance and hope’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Excellent world building and character development’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A dramatic story of friendship, love and support’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Captivating’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Beautiful’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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PS I Like You
“Readers after an enjoyable beach romance won’t go wrong with this.” Kirkus Reviews
While daydreaming in Chemistry class, Lily scribbles some of her favorite song lyrics onto her desk.
The next day, she finds that someone has continued the lyrics on the desk.
Soon, Lily and her anonymous pen pal are exchanging letters.
As Lily attempts to unravel the mystery, she discovers that she may be falling for her mystery writer…
- Kasie West brings irresistible wit, warmth, and sparkle to this swoon-worthy story of love showing up when you least expect it.
- Ideal for fans of Jenny Han
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Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche (Book 7)
Follow London’s newest detective, Enola Holmes, in her action-packed seventh adventure – from the series that inspired the films, starring Millie Bobby Brown.Read them all before the next film lands!
When Miss Letitia Glover arrives at Sherlock Holmes’s door, desperate to uncover the truth about her twin sister, Flossie, it is Enola who steps up to solve the case.
Letitia is convinced Flossie’s husband is lying about her death. And indeed, Enola discovers that this is not the first time a wife of the Earl has met an untimely end. Could Flossie’s fate be tied to a mysterious black barouche that arrived at the Earl’s home in the dead of night? Enola is determined to unravel the secrets within Dunhench Hall . . .
‘A story of a young girl who is empowered, capable, and smart … the Enola Holmes book series conveys an impactful message to kids and teenagers all over the world that you can do anything if you set your mind to it, and it does so in an exciting and adventurous way.’ – MILLIE BOBBY BROWN
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The Kingdom Over the Sea: The perfect spellbinding fantasy adventure for holiday reading (Volume 1)
‘Enchanting, immersive and beautifully imagined. Once I’d finished, I couldn’t stop dreaming of this magnificent magical world’ A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief‘Spellbinding storytelling – lyrical, heartfelt, and glittering with possibilities’ Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs
‘Intricately-woven and wholly authentic.’ Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of Stars
My own Yara, if you are reading this, then something terrible has happened, and you are on your own. To return to the city of Zehaira, you must read out the words on the back of this letter . . . Good luck, my brave girl.
When Yara’s mother passes away, she leaves behind a letter and a strange set of instructions. Yara must travel from the home she has always known to a place that is not on any map – Zehaira, a world of sorcerers, alchemists and simmering magic. But Zehaira is not the land it used to be. The practice of magic has been outlawed, the Sultan’s alchemists are plotting a sinister scheme – and the answers Yara is searching for seem to be out of reach.
Yara must summon all of her courage to discover the truth about her mother’s past and her own identity . . . and to find her place in this magical new world.A breathtaking adventure for fans of Kiran Millwood Hargrave, Sophie Anderson and Eva Ibbotson – perfect for intrepid young explorers age 9+!
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Tales & Poems Of Edgar Allan Poe: Collection
A Collection of the Master of Macabre : Edgar Allan Poe
Edgar Allan Poe, an American Gothic pioneer, is known for dark tales like “The Fall of the House of Usher” and “The Masque of the Red Death.” His detective story, “The Murders in the Rue Morgue,” introduced C. Auguste Dupin. In “The Tell-Tale Heart,” obsession leads to madness. In poetry, “The Raven” is iconic, while “Alone” delves into isolation. Poe’s works masterfully explore dread, madness, and the human psyche, leaving an indelible mark on literature.
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One Piece: Ace’s Story, Vol. 1: Formation of the Spade Pirates (One Piece Novels)
Adventure on the high seas continue in these stories featuring the characters of One Piece!Get the backstory on Luffy’s brother Ace!This volume contains the origin story of Luffy’s adopted brother Ace, and tales of his thrilling quest for the legendary One Piece treasure.
Washed up on the shores of a deserted island at the edge of the East Blue Sea, two men from different backgrounds unite in their shared thirst for adventure. One of them, Portgaz D. Ace, will follow in his infamous father’s footsteps as the fearless captain of a pirate crew. The other, Masked Deuce, becomes the reluctant first member of Ace’s Spade Pirates. Survival is not enough for these seafaring buccaneers, as together they seek treasure, excitement, and a route to the New World.
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Jujutsu Kaisen: Thorny Road at Dawn (Jujutsu Kaisen Novels)
Resurrect the tense conflict between the Jujutsu Sorcerers and the cursed spirits in this collection of original stories.Sorcery and demon curses abound in this collection of stories spun from the world of Jujutsu Kaisen.
A talent scout who approaches Kugisaki on a street corner turns out to be a Cursed Speech user with an ulterior motive. When Inumaki comes to her rescue, things don’t quite turn out as he planned… Then Mechamaru goes on a solo mission, Gojo and friends take a night off, and more chilling and charming adventures ensue in these five short stories set in the world of Jujutsu Kaisen.
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The Girl of Ink and Stars: winner of the British Book Awards’ Children’s Book of the Year, perfect for Christmas
The magical bestseller: a classic story to read again and again, the perfect Christmas gift for readers of all ages.
- Winner of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2017
- Winner of the British Book Awards Children’s Book of the Year 2017
- Shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award
- Shortlisted for the Jhalak Prize
Beautiful, thrilling and magical, Sunday Times bestselling-author Kiran Millwood Hargrave’s critically-acclaimed first novel is a modern classic.
‘Absolutely loved it from start to finish’ TOM FLETCHER
‘I read it, I loved it’ MALORIE BLACKMAN
‘Kiran Millwood Hargrave creates a spellbinding world of magic, myth and adventure’ EMMA CARROLL
Forbidden to leave her island, Isabella dreams of the faraway lands her cartographer father once mapped.
When her friend disappears, she volunteers to guide the search. The world beyond the walls is a monster-filled wasteland – and beneath the dry rivers and smoking mountains, a fire demon is stirring from its sleep.
Soon, following her map, her heart and an ancient myth, Isabella discovers the true end of her journey: to save the island itself.
- A beautifully written, multi award-winning story of friendship, discovery, myths and magic for any age – perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Frances Hardinge or Katherine Rundell
- From the author of Julia and the Shark and The Mercies, chosen for the Richard & Judy Book Club
- Set in an extensive and stunningly-imagined parallel world imbued with magical realism
- A gorgeous gift with intricate star-chart illustrations throughout – a present for young and old, which will stay with you long after reading
‘One of those timeless stories that feels like a real myth’ SAMANTHA SHANNON
‘FANTASTIC!’ CARRIE HOPE FLETCHER
‘Absolutely stunning’ CATHERINE DOYLE
‘So beautiful and magical’ PIERS TORDAY
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300 Crazy Rugby Facts For Kids: Rugby Fan Book With Facts You Had No Idea About Including World Cups, Six Nations, European Rugby And Much More! (Crazy Fact Books By Utopia Press)
Think you know Rugby facts?This brilliant rugby fact book is packed full of the sports wildest facts from around the world including the the greatest players to grace the game and all the major tournaments throughout the years such as world cups, six nations and much more! This can be the perfect gift for any rugby fan looking to add to their knowledge with some great unusual facts to mention to friends and family!
- Perfectly Sized Paperback Copy 6″ x 9″
- 300 Crazy Rugby Facts
- Great Gift For Rugby Fanatics
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The Rules: A thriller for boys aged 13-15 (Ryan Jacobs)
Somehow, he lost his freedom. Now he belongs to the Academy, and the rules have changed. What started out as a game has become a matter of life and death.When Ryan Jacobs hacks into a top-secret computer system, he has no idea that his life is about to change. He faces his worst fears as a sinister organisation tries to use his skills for its own evil ends.
If he doesn’t think fast, someone will die.
At thirteen you shouldn’t have to face these kinds of issues. But at thirteen, you don’t get to decide THE RULES.
The Rules is the first book in the Ryan Jacobs series: a fast-paced action-packed thriller for a rebellious and digital generation that want to fight the system. If you like teenagers with attitude, you’re going to love Ryan Jacobs!
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Christmas Word Search Large Print: Word Find Puzzles With 1500+ Words For Adults, Seniors, Teens and Kids Covering Christmas, Gift For Birthday Christmas
This word search puzzle book is perfect for adults , Seniors & Teens who like word puzzles.Features of the book:
- 1500+ challenging words to find !
- 80+ themed puzzles on a variety of topics
- High-quality illustrations and paper
- Beautiful soft mate cover, With Big size 8.5×11 inch: Large Print – Anti – Eye strain for Adults, Seniors.
- If you do not know an answer or you may be tired, you have the solutions at the end of the book. It is great for both beginners and advanced Hours of fun!
This is a beautiful & cute gift for anyone at any age who needs to keep their brain active & mind relaxed!
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The 5th Wave: The Infinite Sea (Book 2)
The Infinite Sea is the second book in the phenomenal and bestselling 5th Wave series by award-winning author, Rick Yancey. Perfect for fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent and The Maze Runner*
*The 5th WAVE is now a major film by Sony Pictures, starring Chloe Grace Moretz*
‘Wildly entertaining . . . I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough’ The New York Times
How do you rid the earth of seven billion humans? Rid the humans of their humanity.
Cassie Sullivan and her companions lived through the Others’ four waves of destruction. Now, with the human race nearly exterminated and the 5th Wave rolling across the landscape, they face a choice: brace for winter and hope for Evan Walker’s return, or set out in search of other survivors before the enemy closes in. Because the next attack is more than possible – it’s inevitable.
No one can anticipate the depths to which the Others will sink – nor the heights to which humanity will rise . . .
www.The5thWaveIsComing.com
www.rickyancey.com‘Remarkable, not-to-be-missed-under-any-circumstances . . . JUST READ IT’ Entertainment Weekly
‘The next HIT’Daily Mail
‘This gut-wrenching sequel to The 5th Wave careens on a violent course of non-stop action.’Publishers Weekly, starred review
‘CHILLING’Sun
‘The pace is RELENTLESS’ Heat
‘A modern sci-fi masterpiece . . . Should do for aliens what Twilight did for vampires.’USA Today
‘ACTION-PACKED’ MTV.com
‘A twisty survival story that borrows elements from romance, horror and dystopian fiction’ Wall Street Journal
‘An epic sci-fi adventure about a terrifying alien invasion. You’ll read it in one sitting’ Bookseller
‘Heartfelt, violent, paranoid epic, filled with big heroics and bigger surprises . . . a sure thing for reviewers and readers alike.’ Booklist (starred review)
‘A gripping SF trilogy about an Earth decimated by an alien invasion… the question of what it means to be human is at the forefront’Publishers Weekly
‘Borrow this one from your teen’s nightstand while they’re at school.’People Magazine
*Winner of the 2014 Red House Children’s Book Award
*2014 Children’s Choice Book Awards Finalist for Teen Book of the Year
*A YALSA 2014 Best Fiction for Young Adults
*A YALSA 2014 Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Readers
*A Booklist 2014 Best Fiction for Young Adults
*A VOYA 2013 Perfect Ten
*An Amazon Best Book of the YearBooks in the series:
The 5th Wave (Book 1)
The Infinite Sea (Book 2)
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I Know You Did It (TikTok made me buy it – the perfect killer thriller!)
‘I Know You Did It is a fantastic, gripping crime thriller from Sue Wallman which never lets up in pace and excitement – young readers will tear through its pages.’ BookTrust
There’s a killer at Ruby’s new school.
It’s Ruby.
On her first day at a new school, Ruby finds a note in her locker saying “I KNOW YOU DID IT”.
She’s terrified that someone has found out she was responsible for the death of a girl called Hannah in a playground when they were both toddlers – a secret that has haunted her for years.
When first one, then two students are found dead, it looks like Ruby is being framed by another killer.
Or, she might be next.
- One of the UK’s top teen thriller writers, Sue Wallman is the award-winning author of Lying About Last Summer and Dead Popular
- Perfect for fans of Karen McManus, Holly Jackson, and We Were Liars
- This novel was voted winner of the Grampion Children’s Book Award 2021
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Girl, Missing: The top-ten bestselling thriller (Volume 1)
What if everything you thought you knew about your life was a lie? Girl, Missing is the blockbuster bestselling title from million-copy selling writer Sophie McKenzie.Lauren is adopted and eager to know more about her mysterious past. But when she discovers she may have been snatched from her family as a baby, her whole life suddenly feels like a sham. Could her adoptive parents really have been responsible for kidnapping her?
Running away from her family to seek out the truth, Lauren’s journey takes her deeper and deeper into danger as she realises that someone wants to stop her uncovering what really happened when she was a baby.
Girl, Missing is the book that launched the queen of teen thrillers, Sophie McKenzie, and is a must-have for readers that are yet to discover this modern classic.
*Boy, Missing, the page-turning World Book Day 2022 book set in the Missing world is out now!*
Other books by Sophie McKenzie:
Sister, Missing
Missing Me
Boy, Missing
Hide and Secrets
Truth or DarePraise for Girl, Missing:
‘Page-turning’ The Independent
‘Will have you gripped for hours’ Sunday Express
‘Please read this book: it is brilliant!’ The Guardian
‘Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name – and that’s Sophie McKenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better’ Phil Earle, award-winning author
‘Sophie’s thrillers are brilliant… you can’t stop reading’ Robert Muchamore, bestselling author
‘Brilliantly described, scary and touching’ The Daily MirrorRead more
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Knock It Off!: The LGBT+ Edition: Volume 3
In society today, bullying has become socially acceptable. It is very evident that bullying happens everyone. Moreso to the individuals who identify as LGBT and everything else in between. The harassment needs to stop. It’s time to Knock It Off!Read more
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Mind the Gap, Dash and Lily: The final book in the unmissable and feel-good romantic trilogy of 2020! Dash & Lily’s Book of Dares now an original Netflix series!
‘After reading this I wanted to read it all over again’ – Zoe Sugg (aka Zoella) on The Twelve Days of Dash and Lily.
A glorious new collaboration from Rachel Cohn and David Levithan, the New York Times bestselling authors of Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist.Timed to coincide with the new DASH AND LILY series on Netflix comes a new helping of love – with best-selling authors Rachel Cohn and David Levithan bringing Dash and Lily to England!
Dash and Lily are feeling closer than ever … so it’s too bad that they’re also an ocean apart. After Dash gets accepted to Oxford University and Lily stays in New York, the couple are struggling to make a long distance relationship work. And when Dash breaks the news that he won’t be coming home to New York for Christmas, Lily makes a decision: if Dash can’t come to New York, she’ll go to London. But will Lily pull off the ultimate surprise …?
A heart-warming wintry read that is guaranteed to be a favourite Christmas book for years to come.
Look out for David and Rachel’s other young adult novels: Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist and Naomi and Ely’s No Kiss List.
Also by David Levithan, Every Day, Another Day, Marly’s Ghost, Two Boys Kissing, How They Met and Other Stories.
David is the New York Times best-selling author of Boy Meets Boy and Marly’s Ghost. While among his many collaborations are Will Grayson, Will Grayson with Fault in Our Stars author John Green, and Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist with Rachel Cohn, which became a major film. David is also a highly respected children’s book editor, whose list includes many luminaries of children’s literature, including Garth Nix, Libba Bray and Suzanne Collins. He lives and works in New York.
Rachel Cohn was born in Maryland, but later moved to New York. Rachel’s other books include the Gingerbread series, the Beta series, and My Almost Flawless Tokyo Dream Life.
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