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Best Babysitters Ever (Best Babysitters Ever Ser.)
by Caroline CalaA brilliantly funny series for girls aged 10+ that updates The Babysitters' Club for a modern audience. Malia Twiggs has had a great idea. Well, technically she stole her great idea from Kristy Thomas in The Babysitters Club, but a paycheck is a paycheck, sooooo …
The Best Ever Book of Funny Poems
by Brian MosesThe Best Ever Book of Funny Poems is a brilliantly funny anthology of the most giggle-worthy children's poems from one of the nations most celebrated children's poets, Brian Moses. Perfect for gifting and for reading aloud, you'll be chortling along with Brian as he shows you the funniest poems in the world! Explore chucklesome poems about pets, funny creatures, school, family, fantasy and fairy-tales, dinosaurs and dragons, space, and just plain SILLY poems. With poets such as Brian Bilston, Sue Hardy-Dawson, Pie Corbett and Paul Cookson next to Liz Brownlee, Mike Jubb, James Carter and Rachel Rooney, this is the ultimate hysterical collection of rib-tickling poems guaranteed to make you laugh out loud.
Best Friends
by Jacqueline Wilson Nick SharrattGemma and Alice were born on the same day and have been devoted best friends ever since. Despite Gemma's larger-than-life personality and Alice's quieter, calmer character, the two are inseparable - until Alice has to move house, all the way to Scotland. Gemma is utterly distraught, particularly at the thought that Alice might find a new best friend. Is there anything Gem's brothers, or perhaps her grandad, can do to help?
Best Friends and Drama Queens (Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls #3)
by Meg CabotBest Friends and Drama Queens is the third book in Meg Cabot's hilarious series for younger readers, Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls.Allie Finkle likes to live by her own rules, such as 'Just because something is popular doesn't mean it's good'. But it's hard to stick to the rules when other people won't play fair. Allie is totally excited when a new girl joins her class! But Cheyenne quickly becomes a complete giant pain – she thinks she's sooo mature, wearing high-heeled boots and making everyone play the kissing game (yuck!). But when Allie doesn't want to play, Cheyenne gets mad. Really mad. As Allie and Cheyenne go head-to-head, the rules of friendship are about to be broken . . .
Best Friends Forever: Book 8 (School for Stars #8)
by Kelly Willoughby Holly WilloughbyJoin schoolgirl detectives Molly, Maria, Pippa and Sally for more mystery and glamour in Holly and Kelly Willoughby's final adventure set in a contemporary school for the Performing Arts.Twin sisters Molly and Maria are first class detectives with a flair for uncovering adventure - there's no mystery too big for the Fitzfoster duo. But, alongside their crafty clue-hunting, there's also the small matter of a school camping trip in the big outdoors. The girls are ready to roll up their sleeves but nothing could prepare the friends for what awaits them en France . . . The sparkling finale to the much-loved contemporary detective series for fans of Robin Stevens and Katherine Woodfine.This book is GLEE for 9+ and is perfect for fans of BALLET SHOES and MALLORY TOWERS.
Best Kept Secret (The Clifton Chronicles #3)
by Jeffrey Archer1945. The vote in the House of Lords as to who should inherit the Barrington family fortune has ended in a tie. The Lord Chancellor's deciding vote will cast a long shadow on the lives of Harry Clifton and Giles Barrington. Harry returns to America to promote his latest novel, while his beloved Emma goes in search of the little girl who was found abandoned in her father's office on the night he was killed. When the General Election is called, Giles Barrington has to defend his seat in the House of Commons and is horrified to discover who the Conservatives select to stand against him. But it is Sebastian Clifton, Harry and Emma's son, who ultimately influences his uncle's fate. In 1957, Sebastian wins a scholarship to Cambridge, and a new generation of the Clifton family march onto the page. After Sebastian is expelled from school, he unwittingly becomes caught up in an international art fraud involving a Rodin statue that is worth far more than the sum it raises at auction. Does he become a millionaire? Does he go to Cambridge? Is his life in danger? Best Kept Secret, the third book in Jeffrey Archer's gripping family saga The Clifton Chronicles, will answer all these questions, but once again, pose so many more.
The Best Worst Thing
by Kathleen LaneFront door locked, kitchen door locked, living room windows closed.Nobody in the closet, nobody under the beds.Still, Maggie is worried. Ever since she started middle school, she sees injustice and danger everywhere--on the news, in her textbooks, in her own neighborhood. Even her best friend seems to be changing. Maggie believes it is up to her, and only her, to make everything all right. Can she come up with a plan to keep everyone safe?The Best Worst Thing is a perceptive novel about learning the limits of what you can control, and the good--sometimes even best--things that can come of finally letting go.
Beta (A\beta Novel Ser.)
by Rachel CohnElysia was born without a soul, her only purpose to serve the wealthy inhabitants of Io, an island paradise. But sensations are clouding her mind...anger...loneliness???love. Before long, Elysia learns that she is a Defect. And If any human on the island discovers the truth, it will cost her her life.
Between U and Me: How to Rock Your Tween Years with Style and Confidence
by ZendayaZendaya, star of the hit Disney Channel series Shake It Up, shares her wit and wisdom on everything from fashion to friendships to following your dreams! This book, inspired by actual questions that Zendaya has received from her over one million Facebook fans AND Twitter followers, will be the perfect way for girls everywhere to get even closer to their social media BFF! Photos of Zendaya's friends and family give her fans an even more personal glimpse into her life.
The BFG: Plays for Children (New Windmills Ser.)
by Roald DahlEverybody loves the BFG. Now children can bring him to life!Children will have a phizzwizardly good time - and their friends won't believe their gogglers!
The BFG (New Windmills Ser.)
by Roald Dahl Quentin BlakeThe much-loved Roald Dahl story now in full colour format.When Sophie is snatched from her bed in the middle of the night by a giant with a stride as long as a tennis court she is sure she's going to be eaten for breakfast. But luckily for Sophie, the BFG is far more jumbly than his disgusting neighbours, whose favourite pastime is guzzling up whoppsy-whiffling human beans. Sophie is determined to stop all this, and so she and the BFG cook up an ingenious plan to rid of the world of the Bloodbottler, the Fleshlumpeater and all their rotsome friends forever.
The BFG: Plays For Children (New Windmills Ser.)
by Roald Dahl Quentin BlakeThere was something coming up the street on the opposite side. It was something black...Something tall and black...Something very tall and very black and very thin. ***********On a dark, silvery moonlit night, Sophie is snatched from her bed by a giant.Luckily, it is the Big Friendly Giant, the BFG, who only eats snozzcumbers and glugs frobscottle. But there are other giants in Giant Country. Fifty foot brutes who gallop far and wide every night to find human beans to eat. Can Sophie and her friend the BFG stop them? Let's hope so - otherwise the next child a gruesome giant guzzles could be YOU.**The BFG is now a major motion picture from director Steven Spielberg, and starring Oscar-winning actor Mark Rylance.*************Now you can listen to THE BFG and other Roald Dahl audiobooks read by some very famous voices, including Kate Winslet, David Walliams and Steven Fry - plus there are added squelchy sound effects from Pinewood Studios!Also look out for new Roald Dahl apps - including the disgusting TWIT OR MISS! and HOUSE OF TWITS inspired by the revolting Twits.
Bhangra Babes (Bindi Babes #3)
by Narinder DhamiAmber, Jazz and Geena have finally secured their auntie's engagement to the gorgeous Mr Arora, but now it's time for a little romance of their own. There's a gorgeous new boy at school called Rocky. He looks divine, loves music and is seriously well-off - his parents have built him his own recording studio. But which of the sisters does he like best? As they vie for his attention, the sisters come up with ever more intricate tricks to outdo each other and catch his attention. Amber thinks she's bound to capture his heart when she invites him to DJ and perform at Auntie's wedding. But when the girls are invited round to hear Rocky sing, Amber realises she's made a big mistake. It's going to be a huge headache to sort this one out - but if she doesn't, every guest at the wedding will have a worse one! Even working together, Amber, Jazz and Geena can't work out how to stop it happening, but a great idea comes from an unexpected source and the girls, of course, bounce back again.
The Big Bazoohley (Faber Children's Classics Ser.)
by Peter CareySam Kellow is nine. His father is a compulsive gambler, pursuing the 'big bazoohley' - the jackpot to end all jackpots. But it is Sam who sets out to win it - against all the odds, he enters the Perfecto Kiddo Competition . . .'Carey has written a novel in the mould of Roald Dahl, rich in pathos, humour, wacky plot twists and curious characters . . .' Independent'An absolutely enchanting first children's book.' Good Book Guide
The Big Book of Monsters: The Creepiest Creatures from Classic Literature
by Hal JohnsonLiterature is extra fun when it's spooky! This illustrated compendium of 25 of the spookiest and most nefarious monsters from classic literature—from Dracula to the Jabberwocky—includes a playful retelling of each monster's story accompanied by full-color illustration and sidebars about its literary origins, including authorship and genre. For ages 8-12.
Big Box Little Box
by Caryl HartWith bright, bold illustrations, this stylish picture book stars one cool cat and will have readers laughing with delight.Big box, little box Shoe box, hat box . . .Perfect for a cat box! Join one cool cat and lots of fun boxes in this charming take on curiosity and friendship.
Big Nate Blasts Off (Big Nate #8)
by Lincoln PeirceThe 8th title in the New York Times bestselling Big Nate series! With a new crush, and the annual Mud Bowl coming up, can Nate make a good impression without slipping up?
Big Nate Compilation 1: What Could Possibly Go Wrong? (Big Nate #1)
by Lincoln Peirce**US Edition, Contains US spellings**A super-sized, super-funny compilation of all the most hilarious moments from Big Nate’s long running, much-loved comic strip, originally published in newspapers and on the Web at comics.com. Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’.
Big Nate Compilation 2: Here Goes Nothing (Big Nate #6)
by Lincoln Peirce**US Edition, Contains US spellings**A second super-sized, super-funny compilation of all the most hilarious moments from Big Nate’s long running, much-loved comic strip, originally published in newspapers and on the Web at comics.com. Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’.
Big Nate Compilation 2: Here Goes Nothing (Big Nate #6)
by Lincoln Peirce**US Edition, Contains US spellings**A second super-sized, super-funny compilation of all the most hilarious moments from Big Nate’s long running, much-loved comic strip, originally published in newspapers and on the Web at comics.com. Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’.
Big Nate Compilation 3: Genius Mode (Big Nate)
by Lincoln PeirceA super-sized, super-funny compilation of all the most hilarious moments from Big Nate’s long running, much-loved comic strip, originally published in newspapers and on the Web at comics.com. Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’.
Big Nate Compilation 3: Genius Mode (Big Nate)
by Lincoln PeirceA super-sized, super-funny compilation of all the most hilarious moments from Big Nate’s long running, much-loved comic strip, originally published in newspapers and on the Web at comics.com. Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’.
Big Nate Flips Out (Big Nate #5)
by Lincoln PeirceBig Nate is back the fifth instalment of his own super-funny series. Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’.
Big Nate Goes for Broke: On A Roll And Goes For Broke (Big Nate #4)
by Lincoln Peirce**US Edition, Contains US spellings**Big Nate is back the fourth instalment of his own super-funny series. Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’.
Big Nate in the Zone: In The Zone (Big Nate #6)
by Lincoln PeirceBig Nate is back the sixth instalment of his own super-funny series. Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’.