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The Girl Who Wasn't There
by Jacqueline Wilson'And we're going to live here, happily ever after, just like a fairy tale.'When Dad tells Luna and her little sister Aurora that they're moving to live in a real tower, it's almost like they've stepped inside a fairytale.But everything is not as magical as it first seems. The tower needs patching up, Dad still doesn't have a job and they're not even allowed in the room up at the very top.When it's time to start at their new school, Luna quickly finds a friend, but six-year-old Aurora absolutely hates the children in her class. She prefers to spend her time with her imaginary friend Tansy. Aurora's make-belief life causes problems for them all - and it seems like Aurora really believes Tansy exists...Is there really a curse on the tower - and will Luna be able to break it?A spine-tingling tale from the bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.
Eragon: Book One (Illustrated Edition)
by Christopher PaoliniReturn to the World of Eragon with master storyteller Christopher Paolini in this stunning illustrated edition packed with full-colour paintings.Celebrate the worldwide fantasy phenomenon Eragon, the first book in the Inheritance Cycle, which has sold more than 40 million copies across the series.Prepare for the flight of a lifetime with Eragon as you've never seen him before in this dazzling oversized edition with brand-new full-colour illustrations throughout. This is the perfect must-have gift for both new and long-time Inheritance fans. Soar high above the ground with Eragon on Saphira's majestic back. Experience narrow escapes from the gruesome Ra'zac. See the wonders of the dwarves' city-mountain, Tronjheim. Rich detail and painterly strokes make each piece by accomplished fantasy artist Sidharth Chaturvedi feel as if it's actually moving. Fifteen-year-old Eragon believes that he is merely a poor farm boy - until his destiny as a Dragon Rider is revealed. Gifted with only an ancient sword, a loyal dragon, and sage advice from an old storyteller, Eragon is soon swept into a dangerous tapestry of magic, glory, and power. Now his choices could save - or destroy - the Empire. In this extraordinary work of art, Paolini's fantasy masterpiece Eragon is brought to life in an entirely new way through Sidharth Chaturvedi's brilliant illustrations that accompany the complete original text. This is the ideal book to return to the World of Eragon - experience the thrill and exhilaration of becoming a Dragon Rider all over again! Published alongside the brand new hardback in the World of Eragon: MURTAGH.
Milo: Milo the Explorer
by MiloMilo, Lofty and Lark are transported to the jungle to become real-life explorers! Follow them past Skull Rock, through the Tunnel of Trees and across the Risky Ravine in search of valuable treasure.What will Milo and friends discover during their adventure?Want more Milo? Try:Milo: Meet Milo!Milo: Where's Milo? A Search-and-Find BookMilo: Milo and Friends Little Library
Nine Girls
by Stacy GreggThey dug a hole right there on our farm on the bank of the Mangawara and they put the box filled with gold inside it and covered it with dirt. And to keep the gold safe until they could return one of them placed a tapu on it. A tapu so that anyone who tried to touch the gold before they could come back for it would die. Titch is determined to find the gold hidden somewhere on her family's farm. It might be tapu but that won't put her off. Her dad has gone bankrupt, and she has had to leave her home in the city and move back with her family to smalltown Ngaruawahia, start a new school and find new friends. Could the hidden gold be the way to fix her family's money problems? Titch, her cousins and new friend Tania set out to find the gold. But an unexpected encounter with a creature from the nearby river sees Titch learn about her own Maori heritage and the dangers of messing with tapu. A fascinating insight into Maori legend and culture, Nine Girls is a page-turning adventure that shows what it's like to feel like an outsider in our own world.
The Mark of Athena: The Graphic Novel (Heroes of Olympus Graphic Novels)
by Rick RiordanThe third exciting entry in Rick Riordan's best-selling Heroes of Olympus series is now a graphic novel!In The Son of Neptune, Percy, Hazel, and Frank met in Camp Jupiter, the Roman equivalent of Camp Half-Blood, and traveled to the land beyond the gods to complete a dangerous quest. The third book in the Heroes of Olympus series will unite them with Jason, Piper, and Leo. But they number only six--who will complete the Prophecy of Seven?With old friends and new friends joining forces, a marvelous ship, fearsome foes, and an exotic setting, The Mark of Athena promises to be another unforgettable adventure by master storyteller Rick Riordan.Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and the Olympians will soon be a series on Disney+.
Bluey: Love from Bluey (Bluey)
by BlueyIt's bedtime for Bluey and Bingo. As Bingo snuggles up with Mum for a story, Dad tries to get Bluey settled and ready for bed. Join them in a story all about love and discover how love can be found in the strangest of places.What other adventures will you go on with Bluey? Also available:Bluey: Bad MoodBluey: PerfectBluey: SleepytimeBluey: I Love my Family
There's a Wolf in Your Book (Who's in Your Book? #28)
by Tom FletcherHelp defeat the Big Bad Wolf in this interactive tale from Tom Fletcher - an extended edition of the bestselling World Book Day story! LOOK! Who's that in your book?It's Monster, Dragon, Alien, and Witch.And... WOW! They have made you a book! A book inside your book! Shall we read it together?Explore this interactive adventure and help the friends as they try and get rid of the BIG BAD WOLF that has taken over their book! This engaging and playful story is a true celebration of reading, performing, and storytelling from bestselling children's author Tom Fletcher.Who's in Your Book?Interactive adventures for big imaginationsAlso in this series:There's a Monster in Your Book: makes reading interactive and funThere's a Dragon in Your Book: explores empathy and responsibilityThere's an Alien in Your Book: explores acceptance and inclusionThere's an Elf in Your Book: explores following instructions and good/bad behaviourThere's a Superhero in Your Book: explores the power of kindnessThere's a Witch in Your Book: makes tidying up funThere's a Unicorn in Your Book: explores soothing your worries through sharing themThere's a Bear in Your Book: makes the bedtime routine funThere's a Dinosaur in Your Book: explores inside and outside voices
Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales: Retold by Naomi Lewis
by Hans Christian AndersenHans Andersen's Fairy Tales is an enchanting collection, retold by writer and critic Naomi Lewis, and contains twelve of Hans Christian Andersen's magnificent stories including Thumbelina, a little girl no more than a thumb-joint high, The Emperor's New Clothes, the tale of a man who cares only for his appearance and The Little Mermaid, who longs to one day marry a human prince.With a wonderful introduction by award-winning picture-book creator Jan Pienkowski.The book includes a behind-the-scenes journey, including an author profile, a guide to who's who, activities and more..The Puffin Classics reissue includes:A Little PrincessAlice's Adventures in WonderlandAlice's Adventures Through the Looking GlassAnne of Green Gables seriesBlack BeautyHans Andersen's Fairy TalesHeidiJourney to the Centre of the EarthLittle Women seriesPeter PanTales of the Greek HeroesThe Adventures of Huckleberry FinnThe Adventures of King ArthurThe Adventures of Tom SawyerThe Call of the WildThe Jungle BookThe OdysseyThe Secret GardenThe Wind in the WillowsThe Wizard of OzTreasure Island
Two Places to Call Home: A picture book about divorce
by Phil EarleFlorrie has two of everything.Two lovely brothers . . .Two smashing parents . . .Two very cuddled pets.But two isn't always a magic number, as Florrie now has to live in TWO different houses:one with her mum . . . and one with her dad.An uplifting picture book that helps young readers discuss their feelings around divorce and embrace change.Praise for Two Places to Call Home:'Phil Earle's reassuring and hopeful picture book suggests imaginative ways to find courage and to tackle a child's anxiety about parents who separate.' Sunday Times'Heartfelt, honest and positive - a much needed, wonderful picture book!' Jim Field'A gentle and beautiful book filled with comfort and imagination.' Katya Balen, Carnegie Medal winner'Warm and wise and sweet.' Ross Montgomery'Perfect example of how picture books can be a powerful tool when helping children to make sense of their lives. Just lovely.' Rob Biddulph'A soothing and positive tale for those feeling split down the middle after a parental breakup.' Benji Davies
Mummy and Me: A tale celebrating the magical bonds within families big and small
by Lydia Bright“It's me and you, our team of two. Look what you and I can do!”Etta and Mummy are a terrific team of two – a small family, perfectly formed.But on one of their ‘Magic Making Days’, Etta meets a big pirate family and starts to wonder what life would be like if it wasn’t just her and Mummy. Can a wild adventure remind her just how special her relationship with Mummy is – and that they are the dream crew of two?Discover this reassuring bedtime story about the magical bond between parents and their little ones in families big or small. A rip-roaring read-aloud adventure, brought to life with beautiful illustrations from Jojo Clinch, this story gently affirms the experiences of the terrific teams of two in solo parent or single parent families.Mummy and Me is the moving debut picture book from much-loved TV personality, influencer and entrepreneur Lydia Bright.
Frida the Rock-and-Roll Moth: A story about finding your confidence
by Kim HillyardA NEW picture book from the winner of the Best Illustrated Book, Waterstones Children's Prize 2023.Frida is a musical moth who loves to rock out - she puts on her pointy boots and plays her purple guitar really LOUD! But when the Big Bright Light is switched on, more moths appear, ready to rock together, and Frida starts to feel that everyone is much better than her. Perhaps she isn't so rock-and-roll after all . . .With the help of her biggest fan, Auntie Edna, Frida learns to reclaim her style, find her confidence and get up and rock on once more!This positive picture book will inspire readers to find what makes them feel good and let their inner confidence shine.Kim Hillyard creates positive, heart-warming stories that are designed to empower and inspire young readers. Each picture book focuses on a different feeling or belief to help children navigate the world around them.Also available from Kim Hillyard:Mabel and the Mountain: a story about believing in yourselfNed and the Great Garden Hamster Race: a story about kindnessGretel The Wonder Mammoth: a story about overcoming anxietyFlora and Nora Hunt for Treasure: a story about the power of friendship
Where's the Footballer?: A Search-and-Find Book
by Gary PantonThe greatest European football teams are preparing for the continent's biggest tournament! Travel around Europe and search and find the footballers as they sightsee, ski and get lost in the busy crowds. Spot 11 players from each nation as well as extra items in each scene!From the crowded streets of Paris to the opening ceremony in Munich, this search-and-find is perfect to keep football fans entertained.Search, find and let the games begin!
Bluey: A Search-and-Find Book
by BlueyHave you seen Bluey and Bingo?Join Bluey on the beach, in the backyard and at the park in this jam-packed search-and-find activity book. With over 140 items to spot, this book is perfect for keeping the biggest Bluey fans busy.
Peppa Pig: A Search-and-Find Book (Peppa Pig)
by Peppa PigPeppa is going to the zoo! What will she find on her visit?From brilliant bugs to mischievous monkeys, join Peppa in this jam-packed search-and-find adventure.Perfect for keeping the biggest Peppa fans busy.Don't miss these other brilliant Peppa books:Peppa Pig: Fun at the Zoo: Jigsaw Puzzle Book Peppa Pig: What's at the Zoo, Peppa? A Touch-and-Feel PlaybookPeppa Pig: Peppa's Great Dinosaur Hunt: A Lift-the-Flap Book
The Big Book of UK History: An illustrated account of UK history for 7-11 year olds (The\big Book Of The Uk Ser.)
by Lisa WilliamsJourney through time with this illustrated account of UK history for 7-11 year olds.From the Jurassic coastline to the Jacobites and the Stone Age to social reform, to the Romans and the Roaring Twenties, learn all about the UK’s history in this chronological guide. Exploring:Iconic figures and their hidden narrativesIncredible inventions and the stories behind themKey events and buried historyWritten by historian Lisa Williams, who specialises in educating young people about the lesser-known stories of UK history.
The Creakers
by Tom FletcherA magical, mischievous adventure into an incredible new world, from Tom Fletcher, number-one-bestselling author of The Danger Gang and The Christmasaurus.Lucy wakes up one morning to discover something very strange indeed. All the grown-ups in her town have disappeared.All the other kids in Whiffington are so excited! No more grown-ups means no more school! No more bedtime! No more rules!But Lucy wants her mum back - and nothing is going to stop her.So - along with her friends Norman and Ella - Lucy sets off on an unbelievable adventure into a topsy-turvy, back-to-front and inside-out new world . . . The world underneath her bed. The world of . . . The Creakers!The number one bestseller, packed with amazing illustrations by Shane Devries.Praise for The Creakers:'Stonkingly good . . . A compelling adventure and a nuanced celebration of friendship and family love' The Guardian'10 out of 10 bum trumps!' Guff the Creaker
Hilo: Waking the Monsters (Hilo #4)
by Judd WinickALERT! ALERT! ALERT!Mega Robot Monsters are suddenly waking up all over and they're TOO BIG and TOO STRONG for Hilo to fight on his own!Luckily, he doesn't have to! He has GINA and some brand new SUPER POWERS on his side! Being heroes can be super fun-but it can also be SUPER dangerous! The closer Hilo and Gina get to saving their world from the monsters, the closer Hilo gets to the dark secret of his past...
Blood City Rollers: Discover the brand new graphic novel series for 9-11 year olds (Blood City Rollers)
by V.P. AndersonRoller derby meets the underworld in this fun paranormal graphic novel full of vampires and adventure, perfect for readers of Emma Steinkellner and Victoria Jamieson. Skates on. Fangs out. Let’s roll.Ice-skater Mina is on a one-track path to Olympic gold and glory—well, until she totally wipes out at her biggest competition, and is kinda-sorta-kidnapped by undead kids on roller skates. Sucked into the high stakes world of Paranormal Roller Derby, she finds herself “recruited” by a squad of vampires who need a human player to complete their team—just in time to save the league from losing it all.Between learning to play derby well enough to kick butt on the track, crushing hard on the dreamy team captain, and navigating the spooky rules of the supernatural, how can Mina go from striving to be a ten alone, to becoming one of nine chaotic bodies forming a perfectly-imperfect team?Forget being the best. Will she be enough to help her new friends survive the season?
Peppa Pig: A Search and Find Book
by Peppa PigThere are over 200 things to spot in this search and find book! Peppa is going on a hide-and-seek adventure! Peppa's friends are too busy to stay and play so she takes the game to them!Can you help Peppa look for her friends? Visit the museum, the gym and the supermarket too. This is the perfect Peppa book to keep little ones entertained at home!There are lots more Peppa Pig books from Ladybird for you to enjoy including: The Big Tale of Little Peppa, Peppa's Big Race and many more.
Milo: Where's Milo?: A Search-and-Find Book (Milo)
by MiloJoin Milo and friends in this amazing search-and-find book!Can you spot Milo and friends? Look for them and lots of other hidden surprises throughout Milotown in this jam-packed search-and-find activity book! Join them for a woodland picnic, a tractor ride at the farm, and a fun day at the beach!This search-and-find activity book is perfect for keeping the biggest Milo fans busy!
Revolting Rhymes: A new picture book featuring Roald Dahl’s original rhyme
by Roald DahlI bet you think you know this story . . .Meet Red Riding Hood as you've never seen her before in this hilarious picture book twist on a classic fairy tale.After Wolfie gobbles Grandmamma in one big bite, he turns his attention to Miss Red Riding Hood. But little does he know, this small girl has a dastardly plan of her own.With brand-new and wickedly funny illustrations, this splendiferous rhyming picture book is perfect for chiddlers who like their fairy tales with a splash of daring and danger! The first in a brand-new picture book series adaptation of Roald Dahl's iconic Revolting Rhymes.Look out for these marvellous Roald Dahl books for little readers:Roald Dahl: My Dad is FantasticRoald Dahl: My Mum is MagnificentRoald Dahl: Revolting Things to Touch and FeelRoald Dahl: Disgusterous Noisy Sound BookRoald Dahl: On the First Day of ChristmasRoald Dahl: Easter EGGstravaganzaRoald Dahl: Trick or TreatRoald Dahl: Birthday BonanzaRoald Dahl: Fantastic FeelingsNever Grow Up
96 Facts About Taylor Swift: Quizzes, Quotes, Questions and More!
by Arie KaplanThe ultimate Taylor Swift fact and activity book for children!Discover everything any young Taylor Swift fan needs to know in this jam-packed guide, full of facts, quizzes and questions. Plus there are bonus journal pages to fill in.Did you know . . .?Taylor grew up on a Christmas-tree farmShe can play the piano, banjo and ukulele as well as the guitar!She won a poetry competition when she was 10This bumper illustrated book is perfect for any Swiftie!
The Elephant and the Sea
by Ed VereOne growing elephant. One smallish lifeboat. One BIG dream . . .From the award-winning author-illustrator Ed Vere comes a lyrical tale celebrating bravery and quiet determination.In a village by the sea, carved into the rockiest edge of land, where the waves are wild and tumbling lives an old elephant. Once he was a young elephant – with a dream of joining the lifeboat crew. But elephants don’t fit in lifeboats.Gabriel is determined, and he is ingenious, and he is brave. So much so that one stormy day he might be the only one who can save the day.
Charlotte Sometimes (A\puffin Book Ser.)
by Penelope FarmerIt is Charlotte's first night at boarding school, and as she's settling down to sleep, she sees the corner of the new building from her window. But when she wakes up, instead of the building there is a huge, dark cedar tree, and the girl in the next bed is not the girl who slept there last night. Somehow, Charlotte has slipped back forty years to 1918 and has swapped places with a girl called Clare. Charlotte and Clare swap places ever night until one day Charlotte becomes trapped in 1918 and must find a way to return to her own time before the end of term.
Ghost Detectives: The Lost Bride (Ghost Detectives)
by Emily MasonSome ghosts are haunted by their past. When the local museum needs volunteers to help it reopen, Abi, Hannah, Sarah and Grace sign up. The girls discover that the museum has a link to the spirit world when they find an ancient diary and meet a ghost bride from another century. She can't rest in peace until she finds out why her true love left her at the altar. The Ghost Detectives have a romantic first mystery to solve!