Dyslexia-Friendly Books

Pete takes a big risk when he sets out on the ice to rescue a stranded dog… Pete knows that you must not walk on ice. But a dog is stuck out there on the lake! What can he do?Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 6.5.

A boastful teen faces the consequences of showing off in this funny short school story, specially designed for seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers. Troy loves to show off. He loves to boast about his money and his dad’s new car. Will Troy ever learn his lesson?Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 6.

An unlikely connection forms between a watchmaker android and a wealthy student in this wildly imaginative sci-fi mystery from YA star Lauren James. Nominated for the Carnegie Medal and shortlisted for the STEAM Book PrizeAt an elite academy where the wealthiest students from across the galaxy come to be educated, Hugo works as a watchmaker in a dusty attic room....

Grace and Tom are about to face their most challenging mission so far… Bestselling author Vashti Hardy returns with a heartfelt and action-filled third addition to the Griffin Gate series. Grace’s family are wardens of the Griffin map, using its teleport technology to fight crime across Moreland. And now there’s someone new on the team: Tom Eely, who has been...

Award-winning author Vashti Hardy celebrates kindness, found family and brilliantly inventive kids in this mystery-led sequel to The Griffin Gate. Grace’s family are wardens of the incredible Griffin Map, using its teleport technology to fight crime across Moreland. Right now it’s all systems go at Griffin HQ, where Grace, her mum and her brother have their hands full answering a...

A stunning edition of Dowd’s moving story of lives lived on the edge of society and the simple power of kindness, with powerful black and white illustrations from Emma Shoard. Bullying, name-calling, and a new school face Jim when his family halt at Dundray. The town aren't happy that his community are there and it seems such an unfriendly place...

Absolutely delightful Little Gem favourite, now with full-colour illustrations. A perfectly pitched story of moonshine magic for early readers, from a master of the market. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all. When a tiny silver dragon is chased out of Patrick's storybook by an equally tiny knight, all sorts...

Jack and his friends have loads of fun building the greatest, scariest snowman in the whole world. But the last thing that they expect is for it to come alive! Jack wakes up on his birthday to find an extra special present – everything is covered in fluffy, white snow! He and two friends Sam and Ryan decide to build...

A wonderfully warm and touching story of friendship, identity and kindness from top-notch teen author Karen McCombie. Being at home is hard for Hannah. With Mum, Dad and Vix always fighting they've got no time for her or her worries, she might as well be invisible.But when she finds an abandoned diary in the park containing snippets and photographs of...

Will siblings Emma and Symeon be able to stop Viking invaders from destroying their village? A thrilling historical adventure from the bestselling creator of Horrible Histories. 1075. The North of England. Dawn.When Emma sees Viking ships sailing towards her home, she races to sound the alarm. The monks must hide their gold. Run for their lives.But no one will listen....

Hilarity follows disaster in this sharp-witted tale of the trials of pre-teen life, from award-winning and critically acclaimed Crongton author Alex Wheatle. Welton Blake has done it! He’s asked out Carmella McKenzie – the best-looking girl in school – and she’s only gone and said yes!But just as he thinks his luck is starting to change, Welton’s phone breaks, kick-starting...

A heart-warming and thought-provoking story of family, friendship and foodbanks, from an award-winning author well-known for his gritty realism for teens. Cal wants to help new boy Jacob, but Jacob doesn't want anyone's help. Most of all, he doesn't want anyone to know that his whole family needs help – and they're getting it from the local food bank. But...

The discovery of an abandoned gun tears the lives of a group of teens apart in this gritty contemporary drama. When Jonas finds a gun left from a shooting he takes it home. He can't wait to show his mates Kamal and Binny, who reckon they can use the gun to bolster their own street cred. But when Kamal starts...

Ali takes inspiration from his hero Muhammad Ali in this engaging story about standing up to bullies and overcoming the odds, packed with facts about the iconic boxer. Chris has been picking on Ali for ages. Ali knows he needs to stand up for himself. And so he turns to his hero for inspiration … Muhammad Ali – the boxer...

A monstrous battle rages in this action-packed mythical adventure from Jonathan Stroud, re-edited and packaged for struggling teen readers. A monstrous battle rages in this action-packed mythical adventure from Jonathan Stroud, re-edited and repackaged for struggling teen readers.In a land of ice and a vale of snow, the safety of a people rests of the shoulders of the warrior Grettir....

A four-legged hero risks it all to make his best friend’s dream come true in this touching adventure of family, football and beating the odds. Pickles the dog and his owner Elsie love football more than anything. And they’ve just heard the most amazing news. The World Cup is coming home to England and Elsie’s team have a chance to...

Lauren James dives into a strange new world with a truly imaginative look at the climate crisis in this breathtaking companion to the Carnegie Medal-nominated The Starlight Watchmaker. When Hugo and Ada travel to their friend Dorian's planet for the holidays, android Hugo is anxious about being accepted by Dorian's powerful family. But when they arrive on Hydrox, there are...

A great countryside tale. Chris, Lisa and Tom love their hide-out – but it has to stay a secret from the farmer who owns the land! From the multi award-winning master storyteller Michael Morpurgo. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all. A great countryside tale. Chris, Lisa and Tom spend...

Mystery forms around a seemingly ordinary meeting in this intriguing story, specially designed to engage seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers. An old man sits on a bench and feeds the birds. A boy makes friends with the old man. But is there something odd about this meeting?Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 6.

A school camping trip takes a turn for the sinister in this page-turning thriller for fans of mysteries and the supernatural. The second story in Dan Smith's gripping Crooked Oak series. What’s hiding in Harwood Forest?When Pete, Nancy and Krish arrive at Heathland Camp for a school trip, they’re in for an adventure – just not the kind they were...

Teamwork can help the dream work, but what will happen when Scott has to play for the other side … the girls' team! Paul Stewart wraps up the action for the Dale Juniors in the climactic final instalment of the Football Mad series. Dale Juniors are three-time winners of the Langton Town football cup, but they’re about to face a...

Quirky tales of derring-do and mystery that both thrill and chill, from a much-loved and multi-award-winning author. The children of Weir(d) Street are lazing about one sunny day when they challenge each other to tell stories of all the odd goings-on in their neighbourhood. A grandfather's guilt at the long-ago death of his twin brother, a young waiter whose rude...

Award-winning author Gill Lewis explores the redemptive power of nature for struggling young people in this profoundly moving tale. Excluded from school, Dylan is forced to move to a tiny village in Wales where his grandad lives.With no Xbox or internet, life is looking pretty bleak, but when Grandad takes Dylan out on his boat to see the whooper swans,...

The Borderlands team face personal hardships as they fight for the European Championship trophy in this second instalment in Tom Palmer's wartime rugby trilogy. The Borderlands boarding school rugby team have made it into the European Rugby Championship Tournament. They're enjoying their time in France, but Rory and the rest of the team can't help thinking about each of their...

An unexpected family secret has hilarious consequences in this action-packed story from Phil Earle and illustrator Steve May — perfect for superhero fans. An unexpected family secret has hilarious consequences in this action-packed story from Phil Earle and illustrator Steve May — perfect for superhero fans.Plane crashes, robberies and fires were not what Stanley was expecting on a day out...

The sighting of a mysterious figure leads to a horrifying revelation for evacuee Rosie in this chilling WWll ghost story. Evacuated from London at the outbreak of war, Rosie is taken in by kind Mrs Taylor and her daughter Mary. But all is not as it seems. Mary resents and bullies Rosie, and Mrs Taylor is hiding a dark secret....

A powerful and immensely moving story of friendship, family and happiness, from an award-winning author well-known for his gritty realism for teens. Aman's dad is gone, leaving her feeling lost and alone. She struggles to talk about it, but it's a fact and he isn't coming back. When a lovely man called Gurnam moves in to her street and saves...

A project to re-introduce beavers brings a town together against a common threat, in this touching tale from award-winning author Gill Lewis. As Cari and her mum try to rebuild their home and lives after a devastating flood, they hear of a plan to reintroduce beavers into the area. The changes these amazing animals make to waterways could help to...

Zeb is determined to take part in the biggest dog sledding race in the world in this fast-paced drama. An exciting story of courage and friendship. Zeb defies his parents to take part in the biggest dog sledding race in the world.Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 6.5.

A swashbuckling adventure from TV star Tony Robinson. Ben arrives at pirate school ready and raring to go – but instead of lessons in walking the plank and cutlass-swinging, the school teaches business studies. Ben can't have that! An uprising is planned… High quality cream paper and easy to read special font ensure a smooth read for all. A fun,...

A thwarted thespian must use his talents to save his flock from a woolly situation in this hilarious gem from bestselling children’s author Ross Montgomery William the lamb just can’t stand still. His feet are always tapping, ready to dance, and he loves nothing more than bursting into song. But his talents aren’t always appreciated at Sheep School. Cast out...

Two best friends are pushed to breaking point by the reveal of a dark secret in this gripping teen drama from a pitch-perfect voice in UKYA. Jade and Becky have always been best friends; inseparable and often indistinguishable. But when a spiteful comment from an awful ex pushes Jade to the edge, she begins to see that she has always...

Inspired by the life of Rose Bertin, Katherine Woodfine’s stunning Little Gem is written with an evocative sense of period furthered by fresh and beautiful full-colour illustrations by Kate Pankhurst. Young Rose dreams of sewing beautiful dresses for the women of Paris. But when a chance encounter with royalty changes her life, Rose must draw on all her skills to create...

Seth must look death in the face in this thrilling conclusion to the Defenders trilogy, featuring Iron Age drama with a sporty twist. A tense Seth is waiting to hear if his mum's got the 'all-clear'. But instead of relaxing in Cornwall, Seth is haunted by visions. Heads on spikes – bloodied and rotten, eyes pecked out – surrounding an...

Can mother and daughter persist long enough to find a way back to one another? A haunting, powerful drama from Carnegie Medalist Melvin Burgess about a struggle to return to life. A girl in a coma. A desperate mother.Marianne has been absent from her own life for so long that even her mother's unwavering faith is starting to tremble. But...

A sausage dog discovers that, despite being small, she has strengths of her very own in this adorable gem from bestselling author Pip Jones, perfect for dog lovers. A little sausage dog discovers that she has strengths of her very own in this adorable gem from bestselling author Pip Jones, perfect for dog lovers.Peggy the sausage dog feels really sad...

The drama of football and friendship takes to the pitch in this action-packed sporting novel from top-selling author Paul Stewart. The first in a four-part series. 2-1 with minutes to go: Dale Juniors are about to win the schools' cup final – until Scott foots the ball into his own team's goal. But letting down the team is the least...

A funny and thought-provoking Little Gem from national treasure Anne Fine, with sensitive and charming artwork by up-and-coming illustration star Vicki Gausden. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all. Hugo wants a gerbil, but his dad says it's cruel to keep an animal in a cage. Hugo doesn't agree, and...

A powerful and deeply moving coming-of-age drama from Carnegie Medal-winning author Tanya Landman, inspired by the life of infamous sharpshooter Annie Oakley. Winner of the 2019 Scottish Teenage Book Prize.After the death of her beloved father, Maggie and her family are thrown into a life of destitution.With little income and no way to live off their poor land, Maggie tries...

Full of dreams, drama and lots of heart, this fun football tale is a perfect quick fiction fix for sports-mad readers. Luke is desperate to meet his heroes when he discovers that the England football team are secretly training at his local ground! But how is he supposed to do that when he has to go to school all day?...

Kim's attempts at romance go awry in this funny dating story, specially designed for seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers. Kim has a hot date. But then disaster strikes! Is her chance at romance over before it’s even begun?Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 6.

Mishaps and mayhem abound as Noodle joins the new kid in class for the school talent show in this adorable canine comedy. There’s another new arrival at Wigley Primary. At first Samir finds it hard to settle in, but with a bit of help from Noodle the doodle, he starts to feel at home. When the class decide to put...

Cornelia Funke and illustrator Kasia Matyjaszek return with another swashbuckling adventure for little readers, bursting with brilliant characters and lots of girl-power! Thieves, greedy pirates and mischief-makers are no match for Molly Rogers! When Molly and her mother, Barbarous Bertha, discover that Captain Firebeard is destroying Monkey Skull Island in search of buried treasure, they set sail on the Red Swallow...

Award-winning author Tanya Landman brings a fresh perspective to horse-riding stories with the first in a heart-warming new series about friendship and dreaming big. Meg treasures every moment that she gets to spend riding, and she has always longed for a pony of her own.She knows Mum and Dad can’t afford a pony – they can’t even afford her weekly...

A ride in the countryside spirals out of control for Meg and Merlin in this dramatic new addition to Tanya Landman’s lovable horse-riding series. A ride in the countryside spirals out of control for Meg and Merlin in this dramatic new addition to Tanya Landman’s lovable horse-riding series.Meg and her new friend Sam Houseman meet up to take their horses...

McTavish has his eyes on the pies as he and the Peachey family return for a third hilarious middle-grade adventure from the multi-award-winning Meg Rosoff. The Peachey family enjoy fine meals each night now that everyone takes turns cooking. Everyone, that is, except grumbling Pa Peachey – until some unsatisfactory bread pushes him to try baking. Convinced that he has...

Horrid Henry meets Mrs Doyle in this riotous comedy from Irish Laureate Eoin Colfer – now with full colour artwork. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all. Mary loathes her big, curly, bushy hair and so she chops it all off…and she looks fantastic! Well, at least she thinks so....

Friendships and felines make for a magical mix in this adorable adventure from the authors of Guinea Pigs Online and Puppies Online. It's Halloween night and the streets are full of witches, ghouls and tricks – but the biggest surprise of all falls from the sky into Ali's treat bucket. It's a cat … It's Magicat!Knocked off his witch's broom...

Mysterious pawprints cause havoc in this short mystery, specially designed to engage seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers. There are big paw prints in the garden. There are big paw prints in the woods. Is there a lion on the loose?Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 6.

A thoughtful and moving novella of love, loss and learning when to let go, from the YA ‘queen of emotional suspense’ Cat Clarke. When Agnes made a promise to her girlfriend Ellie, she thought they would be together forever. One year later, Agnes is keeping that promise and it's put her in a situation she never could have predicted; climbing...

A teenager’s longing for family and a place to call home is poignantly portrayed in this heartfelt and ultimately uplifting story of life in the foster-care system. Feeling betrayed when her long-term foster placement breaks down, Amy is sent to live with a new family, the Dawsons. Although initially reluctant to trust them, she eventually starts to let down her...

The breathtaking first book in an new trilogy of spine-tingling historical adventures with a football twist. Everyone is freaked out when circles of scorched earth start appearing in Halifax – on the moors, the parks and even the football pitches. Seth is most disturbed of all – he sees the shadows of the past. But when he looks into a...

Charming countryside tale about the bond between children and animals, perfect for younger fans of Michael Morpurgo. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all. When Joe's teacher announces the new class project will be all about their pets, Joe turns glum – there's no animals allowed in his house. So...

There's always a price to pay … Support severely struggling readers with this spooky hi-lo thriller. A ghostly voice promises to help Karam deal with a bully at school. But there is a price to pay in this chilling thriller that's not for the faint-hearted …Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 6.

Ben sets out for swimming victory in this sporty tale in this inspiring tale of self-belief, from the award-winning author of Goodnight Mister Tom. Ben knows he's taking on a lot, offering to do the first hundred lengths of the swimathon himself, but he's desperate to impress Jack and Harry. But as he swims – and swims – Jack realises...

A classic Fine tale of bravery and friendship from a bestselling author of great repute. Tom has to pass his exams to join the army – but uniform woes keep getting in the way! Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers of 8+ Tom wants to join the army, but he has to pass his exams first! When he...

Angela has been kidnapped – can her quick wits help her escape before it's too late? A gripping and high-adrenaline drama from award-winning author Malorie Blackman. Snatched off the street, Angela is alone and terrified. She knows she's been kidnapped but will her dad pay the ransom? Or can she be brave enough to escape?Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+...

A timely and thought-provoking football story about prejudice and acceptance, including facts about refugees and the role football can play in welcoming new members of the community. Sam's football team are struggling this season. They keep losing matches and captain Jordan's bad attitude isn't helping anyone.When Sam spots Hasan playing for the refugee team on the next pitch, he can...

Alex and her dad are caught up in an intense hostage situation in this action-packed showdown, edited to a reading age of 6.5. Alex and her dad are working a routine plumbing job in the Town Hall when it is suddenly taken over by terrorists. Their leader Mr Blue demands the release of a high-profile prisoner, or he'll start killing...

A beautiful, heartwarming story set in Africa about a young boy and his yearning for a pet dog. From internationally bestselling author Alexander McCall Smith. High quality cream paper and a special easy-to-read font ensure a smooth read for all. A beautiful, heartwarming story set in Africa about a young boy and his yearning for a pet dog. From internationally...

Without a pair of football boots, how will Chichico’s dreams ever come true? An uplifting sports tale with a big heart from Carnegie Medal-winning author Geraldine McCaughrean. Chichico is thrilled when a talent scout spots him during a kick-about with his friends Davi and Ana, and he is asked to try out for Santos Brazil. But without a pair of...

Josh and Adam begin a haunting game of dares in this spooky short thriller, specially designed to engage seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers. Josh says the house where Mr Jones lived has a ghost. He dares Adam to spend the night there. Adam dares Josh back. Who can stay all night?Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading...

A snap decision and its tragic consequences haunts a teen boy in this taut and gritty thriller from the author of Looking for JJ and Finding Jennifer Jones. They thought the joyride would be a bit of a laugh. They weren't meant to crash. No one was meant to get hurt. But now Mark's caught up in the worst possible...

Baljit is close to achieving his dream of playing for Liverpool FC, but he's forced to balance his football ambitions with some difficult decisions in this uplifting sequel to Dream On. Baljit's days shovelling chips in his dad's chippy are numbered – Liverpool FC want him for their youth squad. It's a dream come true, and till then there's football...

Clare must keep secrets from her own family in order to nurse an injured fox cub back to health in this heartrending story from former Children's Laureate Michael Morpurgo. Clare has lived her whole life on a farm, but she's never seen a fox – until she finds a tiny, injured cub who's lost his mum. Clare cares for him...

A new coach sets the team in a new direction in this fun and light-hearted football story from reluctant-reader favourite Tony Bradman. Danny and his mates Jamil and Lewis are over the moon when football legend Jock Ramsey agrees to coach their team. For the first time ever the Rovers might have a chance of winning something! But Ramsey's a...

From football to flight sequences and real-life drama to fantasy, this action-packed first book in Tom Palmer's Wings series has it all. On and off the pitch, Jastinder always plays it safe. He lines everything up for glory. Then he fluffs it. The summer school is meant to change all that.But next to the school, a long-abandoned airfield hums with...

A touching tale of friendship, understanding and finding the confidence to be yourself, from one of the UK’s most beloved authors. It's Ella's first day at her new school and that can only mean one thing: making new friends. But the challenge is even tougher than Ella thought, as the girls in her class just don't seem interested in her....

Two brothers take off in a stolen car with a mysterious girl in this tense road-movie story, shot through with playful hopefulness and all the hallmarks of a classic Kevin Brooks. For brothers Cole and Ruben it's another rainy morning in the badlands of East London, selling dodgy paperwork for even dodgier motors. But arriving in a grimy pub on...

The villains are the stars of the show in these four hilarious fractured fairy tales from queen of funny, Kaye Umansky. A curse involving a spindle goes terribly wrong for poor old Grimbleshanks. The Queen decides it's time for silly, soppy Snow White to go. Lardine and Angula aren't at all happy about having Ella for a stepsister. Old Maggit...

A hilarious comedy from award-winning Waterstones Children's Laureate, Frank Cottrell Boyce. When George gets an out-of-date aftershave for his birthday, he isn't particularly impressed. But the aftershave seems to have developed some extra properties…and George is now irresistible to every girl around! George is so unpopular that even his own grandad won't come to his birthday party. Instead, his grandad...

The Borderlands team has made it to the World Championships in New Zealand, but with divisions within the squad can the boys pull it together in time? The finale of a thrilling rugby trilogy. The Borderlands team has made it to the World Championships in New Zealand, but the strain of divisions within the squad and worry for their Forces...

The action-packed second story in Tom Palmer's trio of spine-tingling spooky adventures with a sporty twist. It's meant to be a stress-free holiday in London, but suddenly Seth and Nadiya will need all their skills asDefenders. Ghostly activity is threatening a Premier League club as they build a new stadium on Roman ruins.One worker has already met a grisly death...

Cal and Jenna risk everything by breaking strict Non-Contact rules in this exciting futuristic drama about acceptance, trust and teamwork from award-winning author Malorie Blackman. In a post-apocalyptic world where everyone wears Non-Contact suits to survive and where you can never touch another person directly, Cal and Jenna have formed a football team. Not virtual – real football, with real...

Superstar illustrator Nick Sharratt takes inspiration from a celebration of the winter solstice in this charming and colourful Little Gem. Superstar illustrator Nick Sharratt takes inspiration from a celebration of the winter solstice in this charming and colourful Little Gem.On a dark winter’s evening at the end of December, something strange is happening in the school playground. Lessons finished long...

Rob must use all his bomb-defusing skills when he comes up against an explosive in a school in this tense and action-packed thriller, edited to a reading age of 6.5. Rob is the army's youngest bomb disposal officer. And he's also the best. But when he's called in to school to defuse a bomb planted by terrorists he must recall...

A spell-binding tale of magic and mysticism for young readers that explores the wonder of nature, from award-winning Berlie Doherty. The Queen of Darkness lives deep underground beneath a mountain with her child, Blue John, a boy she made from the blue of the glacier and the hot yellow light of the sun. Blue John is forbidden to leave his mother's...

A moving tale of friendship and foxes from award-winning author Berlie Doherty, perfect for budding countryside explorers. Bella has a secret – one that she is very good at keeping. That secret is a den hidden on a little muddy hill, wild amid the trees and nestled beside some foxes with a den of their own. But soon the secret...

Jack must find the courage to stand up for his friend in this poignant story about intolerance and bullying. The Blokes rule Jack's school. They're bullies, racists and meaner than anyone around. And they've targeted Jack's new friend Hassan as their latest victim. Hassan has escaped war in his homeland only to be faced with the wrath of the Blokes....

Non-stop action meets breathtaking revelations in the stunning final instalment of Chris Bradford's Ninja trilogy. Taka, Cho and Renzo are on a mission of vengeance. Lord Oda's attack on the ninja clan's hide-out has caused a huge blow to the trio and they set out for Black Eagle Castle and revenge. The Grandmaster says that it will not heal the...