Science Fiction & Fantasy

Autumn Moonbeam loves gymnastics and dance so when Sparkledale Dance Academy have try-outs for their competitive dance team, Black Cats, she thinks it’s the most broom-tastic opportunity ever! Just one problem, Autumn is nervous and worries she won’t make it onto the team. And then she discovers that her nasty neighbour Severina Bloodworth is trying out too. But with her best friend Batty by her side can Autumn overcome her shyness, lack of confidence and magical mishaps to be chosen to join Sparkledale Dance Academy? Enchanting, fun and full of heart, this is a story about growing into yourself, following your dreams and making new friends along the way. With added stunts and magic, of course!

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See the Grishaverse come to life on screen with the Netflix series, Shadow and Bone — Season 2 premiering March 16, 2023! Discover the origin story of the Darkling in this beautifully illustrated, first-ever Grishaverse graphic novel.

Before he led Ravka’s Second Army, before he created the Fold, and long before he became the Darkling, he was just a lonely boy burdened by an extraordinary power. Eryk and his mother, Lena, have spent their lives on the run. But they will never find a safe haven. They are not only Grisha – they are the deadliest and rarest of their kind. Feared by those who wish to destroy them and hunted by those who would exploit their gifts, they must hide their true abilities wherever they go. But sometimes deadly secrets have a way of revealing themselves . . .

Discover the start of a grand and sinister destiny in this must-have graphic novel prequel to the bestselling series and international Netflix sensation Shadow and Bone from spectacular new talent Dani Pendergast and No.1 New York Times bestseller Leigh Bardugo.

Read all the books in the Grishaverse!

The Shadow and Bone Trilogy
Shadow and Bone
Siege and Storm
Ruin and Rising

The Six of Crows Duology
Six of Crows
Crooked Kingdom

The King of Scars Duology
King of Scars
Rule of Wolves

The Anthologies
The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic
The Lives of Saints

Praise for the Grishaverse

“A master of fantasy.” – The Huffington Post
“Utterly, extremely bewitching.” – The Guardian
“The best magic universe since Harry Potter.” – Bustle
“This is what fantasy is for.” – The New York Times Book Review
“[A] world that feels real enough to have its own passport stamp.” – NPR
“The darker it gets for the good guys, the better.” – Entertainment Weekly
“Sultry, sweeping and picturesque. . . Impossible to put down.” – USA Today
“There’s a level of emotional and historical sophistication within Bardugo’s original epic fantasy that sets it apart.” – Vanity Fair
“Unlike anything I’ve ever read.” – Veronica Roth, bestselling author of Divergent
“Bardugo crafts a first-rate adventure, a poignant romance, and an intriguing mystery!” – Rick Riordan, bestselling author of the Percy Jackson series

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A bumper collection of five-minute short stories by the world’s best-loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up!

Whizz through five-minute tales in this brilliant collection by Enid Blyton. From animal and school adventures to outdoor wanders and magical mischief and mayhem, there’s a story for everyone!

These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to read alone. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom.

Enid Blyton remains one of Britain’s favourite children’s authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.

Read all of Enid Blyton’s bumper short story collections. New in 2023:
Five-Minute Stories
Stories of Tails and Whiskers
Spellbinding Stories
Stories for Christmas

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An irresistible new edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone created with ultra-talented designers MinaLima, the design magicians behind the gorgeous visual graphic style of the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films. J.K. Rowling’s complete and unabridged text is accompanied by MinaLima’s handsome colour illustrations on nearly every page, superb design, and eight exclusive interactive paper-engineered elements – including Harry’s Hogwarts letter, the magical entrance to Diagon Alley, a sumptuous feast in the Great Hall of Hogwarts and more.

Designed and illustrated by the iconic house of MinaLima – best known for establishing the graphic design of the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films – this is the perfect gift for Harry Potter fans and a beautiful addition to any collector’s bookshelf, enticing readers of all ages to discover the Harry Potter novels all over again.

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‘One of the greatest literary adventures of modern times’ – Sunday Telegraph

‘Teachers say a chapter can silence the most rowdy of classes’ – Guardian

‘That rare thing, a series of stories adored by parents and children alike’ – Daily Telegraph
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Celebrate 25 years of Harry Potter’s spellbinding adventures with this magical hardback boxed set of J.K. Rowling’s classic series

Escape to Hogwarts with the unmissable series that has sparked a lifelong reading journey for children and families all over the world!

Harry Potter has never even heard of Hogwarts when letters start dropping on the doormat at number four, Privet Drive. Addressed in green ink on yellowish parchment with a purple seal, they are swiftly confiscated by his grisly aunt and uncle. Then, on Harry’s eleventh birthday, a great beetle-eyed giant of a man called Rubeus Hagrid bursts in with some astonishing news – Harry Potter is a wizard, and he has a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The magic starts here .

These irresistible hardback editions, presented in a gorgeous slipcase featuring Hogwarts, are the essential Harry Potter. A must have for every child at the start of the most magical reading adventure. These books are to be treasured and read time and time again, as readers lose themselves in the greatest children’s story of all time.

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A fantastical reference hardback picture book with the serious message that however scary vegetables may look, they’re in fact fun to grow, harmless to eat and cracking to cook with!

Fiction and real life collide in How To Grow & Eat Monster Vegetables as grandfather James takes his grandchildren and the reader on an exciting journey of discovery through the Monster Vegetable garden.

Designed to encourage children to discover vegetables and packed full of gardening tips, recipes and more, the stunning, detailed ink and watercolour illustrations bring a whole host of Monster Vegetables to life in this brilliantly funny and clever guide.

Grandfather James steers the reader safely through the dangers and delights of Monster Vegetables, sharing:

•How to grow Globe Farty-Chokes, Carnivorous Cabbages, Grumpkins and more

•How to cook scrumptious recipes such as Beat-Em-Up-Root Chocolate Cake

•The best types of poo for growing Monster Vegetables

•How to avoid a nasty nip from a Turn ’N’ Nip and keep all your fingers

•How to deal with a Sluggapotamus and other pesky pests

This is a book that’s sure to go down a storm with children and parents alike.

Guide age range: 6-12 years.

Made with paper & love, from you to me.

Why we love it

We love the story, including the fantastical monster vegetables, and found many of the descriptions very funny. Children seem particularly fond of the Farty-Chokes! The included recipes for children to get them involved in cooking are a great idea, with the beetroot cake being particularly delicious.

•Portrait 29.1 x 23.6cm

•Written and illustrated by M. P. Robertson

•30 pages of 140gsm uncoated, acid-free paper

•Hardback book

•Textured colour cover and colour internal pages

•Ethically produced from sustainably sourced materials

•Designed and published in the UK

•Child Protection Certified

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Mary E. Pearson Collection 2 Books Set (Dance of Thieves, Vow of Thieves):

Dance of Thieves:
When the patriarch of the Ballenger empire dies, his son, Jase, becomes its new leader. Even nearby kingdoms bow to the strength of this outlaw family, who have always governed by their own rules. But a new era looms on the horizon, set in motion by a young queen, which makes her the target of the dynasty’s resentment and anger. At the same time, Kazi, a legendary former street thief, is sent by the queen to investigate transgressions against the new settlements.When Kazi arrives in the forbidding land of the Ballengers, she learns that there is more to Jase than she thought. As unexpected events spiral out of their control, bringing them intimately together, they continue to play a cat and mouse game of false moves and motives in order to fulfil their own secret missions.

Vow of Thieves:
Kazi and Jase have survived, stronger and more in love than ever. Their new life now lies before them – the Ballengers will be outlaws no longer, Tor’s Watch will be a kingdom, and Kazi and Jase will meet all challenges side by side, together at last.But an ominous warning mars their journey back, and they soon find themselves captured in a tangled web of deceit woven by their greatest enemies and unlikeliest allies, a place where betrayals run deeper and more deadly than either had thought possible, and where timeless ambitions threaten to destroy them both.

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The original hero. A brand-new adventure.

Percy Jackson has saved the world multiple times – battling monsters, Titans, even giants – but these days the modern-day son of Poseidon is hoping for a regular final year at school.

Too bad the Greek gods have other plans, and three new quests for Percy to complete.

First up: the cupbearer of the gods, Ganymede, is missing his golden chalice. Not only is this embarrassing (why do the gods keep losing their magical items?), it’s also potentially disastrous. One sip from the cup will turn any mortal into a powerful god. And the old gods do not take kindly to newbies.

Can Percy and his friends Annabeth and Grover find the chalice before it falls into the wrong hands? And even if they do, will they be able to resist its awesome power. . .?

Readers new to the Percy Jackson universe and long-time fans will love this epic adventure – full of legendary heroes, mythical creatures, ancient Greek gods and enduring friendship – from the global bestseller Rick Riordan.

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Enter the fantasy world of Narnia with this glorious 7 book collection that is loved by generations! A fantastic gift for those who enjoy the incredible Narnia films. This collection features the 7 novels that together make up the Chronicles so that the adventures of Aslan and his friends can be read over and over again. An exceptional box set full of classic fantasy stories! C.S. Lewis tells his remarkable tales of the magical land of Narnia and its immortal inhabitants including Aslan the lion, Mr Tumnus the Faun and the evil White Witch. Titles in this collection:• The Magician’s Nephew• The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe• The Horse and His Boy• Prince Caspian• The Voyage of The Dawn Treader• The Silver Chair• The Last Battle Product Information:• ISBN: 9780007811281• Author: C.S. Lewis• Publisher: Harper Collins• Format: Book Collection• Dimensions: 11 x 8 x 18 cm

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The Mortal Instruments 6 Books Collection Set By Cassandra Clare(City of Bones, City of Ashes, City of Glass, City of Lost Soul, City of Fallen Angels & City of Heavenly Fire):

City of Bones:
Love. Blood. Betrayal. Demons. City of Bones is also a major movie and Shadowhunters, the TV series based on the book, is currently airing on Netflix. Irresistibly drawn towards a group of demon hunters, Clary encounters the dark side of New York City and the dangers of forbidden love.

City of Ashes:
Love and power are the deadliest temptations… Haunted by her past, Clary is dragged deeper into New York City’s terrifying underworld of demons and Shadowhunters – but can she control her feelings for a boy who can never be hers?

City of Glass:
Amid the chaos of war, the Shadowhunters must decide to fight with the vampires, werewolves and other Downworlders – or against them. Meanwhile, Jace and Clary have their own decision to make: should they pursue the love they know is a mortal sin?

City of Fallen Angels:
The Mortal War is over, and Clary Fray is home in New York, excited about all the possibilities before her. She’s training to become a Shadowhunter and – most importantly of all – she can finally call Jace her boyfriend.

City of Lost Souls:
What price is too high to pay, even for love? Clary is willing to do anything for Jace, but can she still trust him? Or is he truly lost?

City of Heavenly Fire:
Darkness has descended on the Shadowhunter world. Clary, Jace, Simon, and their friends band together to fight the greatest evil they have ever faced…

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“They say you don’t find witchcraft, it finds you . . .”

An illustrated and practical guide to being a witch in Discworld, covering everything you’ve ever wanted to know from telling the bees to magical cheese, from working with other witches to dealing with elves, from tending flocks to fending off forces from other worlds. This beautiful and practical guide has been compiled by Tiffany Aching herself, including snippets of remembered wisdom from Granny Aching alongside notes from Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg, Miss Tick, and Rob Anybody who offer their own unique perspectives on all things witchcraft. Whether you’re a herbologist or a headologist, this book will inspire and empower new witches and seasoned practitioners alike.

With colourful illustrations from Paul Kidby throughout, this brilliant in-world guide is the perfect addition to any Discworld collection.

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“They say you don’t find witchcraft, it finds you . . .”

An illustrated and practical guide to being a witch in Discworld, covering everything you’ve ever wanted to know from telling the bees to magical cheese, from working with other witches to dealing with elves, from tending flocks to fending off forces from other worlds. This beautiful and practical guide has been compiled by Tiffany Aching herself, including snippets of remembered wisdom from Granny Aching alongside notes from Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg, Miss Tick, and Rob Anybody who offer their own unique perspectives on all things witchcraft. Whether you’re a herbologist or a headologist, this book will inspire and empower new witches and seasoned practitioners alike.

With colourful illustrations from Paul Kidby throughout, this brilliant in-world guide is the perfect addition to any Discworld collection.

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