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Heroism or cowardice? A stunning story of the First World War from a master storyteller. ‘Full of warmth as well as grief, conveying vividly how precious it is to be alive’ Sunday Times. As young Thomas Peaceful looks back over his childhood from the battlefields of the First World War, his memories are full of family life deep in the...

Sunny's favourite game is Super Rabbit Boy, where his carrot-loving friend must thwart all the plots the evil King Viking of Boom Boom Mountain comes up with. King Viking is competing in the Super Cup Grand Prix to win the power of super speed. Super Rabbit Boy and his friends, Jody Racer and Nugget, must work together to stop him!...

For kids aged 5 and up who love video games but aren't allowed to play as often as they'd like... Sunny's favourite game is Super Rabbit Boy, where his carrot-loving friend must thwart all the plots the evil King Viking of Boom Boom Mountain comes up with. King Viking is planning to build a Super Robot to destroy EVERYTHING, and...

When Amelia Wishart was rescued from a life of misery by Father Christmas, she imagined life would be magical and fantastic. But it isn't always easy, growing up as a human in Elfhelm. For one thing, elf school can be annoying when you have to sing Christmas songs every day - even in July - and when you fail all...

Meet Coco Chanel, the world-famous fashion designer! Now available as a board book in the Little People, Big Dreams series, this inspiring and informative little biography follows the life of the iconic first lady of fashion. From her early life in an orphanage, where she was a genius with needle and thread, to her time as a cabaret singer, hat...

When a young boy visits a tropical rainforest, he pretends it is a long time ago and that extinct and rare animals live in the forest, and Aboriginal children play there. But how much longer will the rainforest remain, he wonders? Where the Forest Meets the Sea is a captivating exploration of imagination and environmental consciousness, inviting readers to reflect...

A stylish new edition of the acclaimed graphic novel adaptation of Alex Rider's third thrilling mission. The hazy days of Wimbledon are the unlikely first link in a terrifying chain of events. Alex Rider, reluctant teenage spy, is forced into hiding after his reconnaissance mission as a ballboy makes him a target for a murderous Chinese gang. Sent to the...

“This rich volume is a national treasure.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Captivating, informative, and inspiring…Easy to follow and hard to put down.” —School Library Journal (starred review) The inspiring autobiography of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson, who helped launch Apollo 11. As a young girl, Katherine Johnson showed an exceptional aptitude for maths. In school, she quickly skipped ahead several grades...

Margaret and the Moon is a picture book biography of Margaret Hamilton, the first female software engineer, whose code helped launch the Apollo missions! Perfect for STEAM curriculum and readers of all ages. A true story from one of the Women of NASA! Margaret Hamilton loved numbers as a young girl. She knew how many miles it was to the...

A beautiful foiled collector's edition to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Alison Lester's classic and bestselling picture book about a family's road trip around Australia. CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL 2005 PICTURE BOOK OF THE YEAR The year I turned eight, Mum and Dad took us on a trip around Australia. Luke, Billy and I missed school for the whole winter term....

The groundbreaking New York Times bestseller Women in Science by Rachel Ignotofsky comes to the youngest readers in board format! Highlighting notable women's contributions to STEM, this board book edition features simpler text and Rachel Ignotofsky's signature illustrations reimagined for young readers. It introduces the perfect role models to grow up with while inspiring a love of science. The collection...

The second in a spellbinding middle-grade graphic novel series full of mischievous magical hijinks, family secrets, and self-discovery. Could there be even more witches in Brooklyn?! Effie is excited to meet so many witches, but what's going on with her friends? Suddenly Effie isn't the new kid in school anymore, and it seems like her friends are happy to grow...

Too Bright to See is a National Book Award Finalist. "A gentle, glowing wonder, full of love and understanding." - The New York Times Book Review A Newbery Honor Book. Winner of the Stonewall Book Award. A National Book Award Finalist. "A gentle, glowing wonder, full of love and understanding." - The New York Times Book Review It's the summer...

Perfect for fans of Wimpy Kid, Tom Gates and Barry Loser, the third book in Stephan Pastis's New York Times bestselling series sees Timmy Failure striving for greatness once more – with unexpected consequences! Timmy's detective agency is on the verge of global domination. Global riches. Global fame. And yet the gods are throwing him curveballs: for starters, he's on...

Every day in Fawn Creek feels exactly the same—until Orchid Mason arrives. There are twelve kids in the seventh grade at the Fawn Creek school. They've been together all their lives. In this tiny manufacturing town where everyone knows everything about everyone, that's not necessarily a great thing. There are twelve kids, but thirteen desks. That's because Renni Dean moved...

Four beloved Ramona books in one fun box! The appeal of Beverly Cleary’s stories about the wonderful, blunderful Ramona Quimby has never faded. Each new generation feels connected to Ramona’s unique way of looking at the world as she tries to adjust to new teachers, feels jealous about Susan's curls, and is secretly pleased by Yard Ape's teasing. The scrapes...

The mouth-watering new book from acclaimed author and illustrator, Oliver Jeffers. Henry loves books… but not like you and I. He loves to eat books! This exciting story follows the trials and tribulations of a boy with a voracious appetite for books. Henry discovers his unusual taste by mistake one day, and is soon swept up in his new-found passion...

Since their takeover of Obernewtyn, the secret community of Misfits has flourished, protected by their remoteness. Led by Elspeth Gordie, whose extraordinary powers set her apart even among her Misfit friends, an expedition sets out to rescue a powerful Misfit in a distant part of the Land. Only she knows the enormity of their task. But for her is yet...

A crafty fox, a butter-wouldn't-melt-in-her-mouth goose, and a band of prophesying little chicks... sounds like all the right ingredients for another hilarious Mo Willems picture book! This is the story of a hungry fox who meets a plump goose and, ooh! What an innocent-looking goose she is. Just look at those big, doe-like eyes – so trusting! The fox can't...

The sky’s no limit as the author-illustrator of The Dot and Ish winds up his Creatrilogy with a whimsical tale about seeing the world a new way. Marisol loves to paint. So when her teacher asks her to help make a mural for the school library, she can’t wait to begin! But how can Marisol make a sky without blue...

A stunning picture book by former US President Barack Obama that's perfect to share and inspire children to achieve their dreams. An inspirational picture book for young readers from former President of the United States, Barack Obama. In this tender, beautiful letter to his daughters, former President Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to the ideals that have shaped...

The Caldecott Medal Winner, Sibert Honor Book, and New York Times bestseller Locomotive is a rich and detailed sensory exploration of America’s early railroads, from the creator of the “stunning” (Booklist) Moonshot. It is the summer of 1869, and trains, crews, and family are travelling together, riding America’s brand-new transcontinental railroad. These pages come alive with the details of the...

Discover the Field Guide that started it all in this lavishly illustrated guide to the world of the #1 New York Times bestselling Spiderwick series—now with refreshed art and updated backmatter! In the #1 New York Times bestselling series, The Spiderwick Chronicles, readers were enthralled by the account of siblings Jared, Simon, and Mallory Grace, as they battled dwarves, goblins,...

NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES Dear Reader, If you have not read anything about the Baudelaire orphans, then before you read even one more sentence, you should know this: Violet, Klaus, and Sunny are kindhearted and quick-witted, but their lives, I am sorry to say, are filled with bad luck and misery. All of the stories about these three children...

The beloved story of The Velveteen Rabbit, the stuffed animal made real by the love of a boy, has captured our imaginations for generations. In this heirloom edition of the children’s classic, featuring audio narration by Jeff Bridges, re-experience the timeless tale of boundless love and the magical transformation it has on our hearts. For nearly a century, this wondrous...

Discover one of the most beloved stories for children about a little girl who discovers a magical secret garden. After her parents' deaths, Mary Lennox is sent from India to her uncle's gloomy manor in Yorkshire. She is spoiled, contrary and terribly lonely. One day she hears about a garden hidden and locked away in the grounds of the manor....

A clever, thrilling YA about two sisters searching for each other and for truth, against a backdrop of environmental disaster. Two sisters. An unputdownable story. Cee woke up on the shores of an abandoned island three years ago with no idea how she got there. Now eighteen, she lives in a shack with an ageing android, and a single memory—she...

The headmaster of Trinity College asks Archie Costello, the leader of the Vigils, a secret society that rules the school, to help with the selling of 20,000 boxes of chocolates in the annual fund-raising effort. Archie sees the chance of adding to his power—he is the Assigner, handing out to the boys tasks to be performed if they are to...

An exquisite picture book based on Robert Frost's poem Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening, illustrated by master artist, P. J. Lynch. The woods are lovely, dark and deep,But I have promises to keep,And miles to go before I sleep,And miles to go before I sleep. Award-winning artist-author P.J. Lynch brings Robert Frost's iconic poem Stopping by Woods on...

The Summer I Turned Pretty meets Today, Tonight, Tomorrow in this romance where two best friends are forced to confront the truths about their friendship, identities, and relationships. If Charlie and Sage are meant to be, why can't Sage stop kissing Charlie's brother? And why can't Charlie stop thinking about kissing the new boy at school? Everyone at the Bexley...

Can you imagine being lost and not finding your way home again? Saroo Brierley became lost on a train in India at the age of five. Not knowing the name of his family or where he was from, he survived for weeks on the streets of Kolkata before being taken into an orphanage and adopted by a family in Australia....

Doctored petrol is blowing up vehicles all around the country. Determined to find the culprits, Tintin heads for the Middle East, but he is in for a nasty shock when he encounters a familiar face in the desert. In Land of Black Gold, the adventure takes a thrilling turn as Tintin navigates the volatile and treacherous landscape.

Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Unicorn Fun Jigsaw Puzzle Book Peppa loves adventures with unicorns! Press out and make FIVE huge jigsaw puzzles to find out where she’ll go! Meet all her amazing unicorn friends at the wildflower meadow, in the enchanted woods, and even at bedtime! Join Peppa in her magical jigsaw adventure! Peppa loves jigsaw puzzle books. EVERYBODY loves jigsaws!...

An exciting new Peppa picture book and the start of a new adventure for Peppa and her family! An exciting new Peppa picture book and the start of a new adventure for Peppa and her family!

The eighth and final novel in the extraordinary Artemis Fowl series, now with a brand-new cover look! Soon to be a major film! Is this the end for Artemis Fowl? Opal Koboi is back, and up to no good. A bit of world-domination here, a little light annihilation there. Some power-crazed pixies never change. But now Opal plans to wake...

Read the sequel to the timeless classic about the beloved Anne Shirley, a red-haired orphan with a fiery spirit, behind the hit Netflix series Anne with an E—now celebrating a hundred years of this children's favourite. At sixteen, Anne is grown up... almost. In the years since she arrived at Green Gables as a freckle-faced orphan, she has earned the...

One of the most iconic characters in children’s literature Hergé’s classic comic book creation, Tintin, is one of the most recognisable characters in children’s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries, and historical adventures. The world’s most famous travelling reporter must call on...

The #1 bestselling Warriors series continues with the thrilling conclusion to the epic Broken Code story arc. The hardcover edition includes a double-sided jacket with a bonus poster! When fear reigns supreme, only hope can save the Clans. The impostor’s reign of terror has brought the Clans to the brink of destruction, and now, every warrior—living and dead—must unite to...

The #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series continues! Discover more epic adventures in the fifth book in the action-packed Broken Code story arc. The time has come to return to the Dark Forest. ThunderClan’s deputy, Squirreflight, has vanished with the cat now known to be an impostor, sowing suspicion and mistrust among the five Clans. The cause of their ancestors’ silence...

The #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series continues! Discover more epic adventures in the third book in the action-packed Broken Code story arc. After losing one of his nine lives, ThunderClan’s leader, Bramblestar, became intent on rooting out and exiling cats he claims are traitors to the warrior code. But some cats know the truth: this isn’t the real Bramblestar, and...

A manga adventure from the world of Erin Hunter’s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series! In the third book of the Ravenpaw’s Path manga arc, find out what happened to Ravenpaw after he left ThunderClan in Warriors #1: Into the Wild. Ravenpaw and Barley helped their friends in ThunderClan defeat the vicious BloodClan cats in Twolegplace. Now they're ready to fight...

Newleaf is coming, and Leafstar is proud to see SkyClan thriving under her leadership. The woods are brimming with prey, the warriors den is full, and Leafstar is expecting kits of her own. But a stranger is lurking near SkyClan’s territory, and Leafstar’s newborn kits—and the rest of the young Clan—could be in serious danger. Warriors Manga by Erin Hunter...

Warriors #3 Fire alone can save our Clan. Tensions are still high among the warrior Clans, and Fireheart is determined to find out the truth about the mysterious death of the former ThunderClan deputy Redtail. But as he searches for answers, he uncovers secrets that some believe would be better left hidden...

Eustace found himself standing on the picture frame - in front of him was not glass but real sea. When Lucy, Edmund, and their awful cousin Eustace are suddenly swept into the picture of a sailing ship, they find themselves in the magical kingdom of Narnia, and on a voyage of discovery to the End of the World. This is...

The discovered diary of Yoko, a 13-year-old Japanese girl who lived near Hiroshima during the war. 1945 was a hard time to be a child in Japan. Many had seen their cities destroyed by US bombers. Food, fuel, and materials were in short supply. Yet spirits remained high. In April 1945, Yoko Moriwaki started high school in Hiroshima, excited to...

Ali Cross is the thrilling new novel from globally bestselling author James Patterson, where the son of Alex Cross follows in his father's footsteps. Alex Cross The brilliant DC detective who never gives up on a case. Ali Cross The tenacious kid who's determined to follow in his father's footsteps. The case that finally gives him a chance Ali knows...

A quirky, funny and clever alphabet book with a twist, enhanced by bright and colourful illustrations from the much-loved illustrator Lucinda Gifford. A is for A rabbit. B is for Buy this book! A hilarious alphabet story for anyone who ever wanted a pet and for everyone who loves a wonderful tail, um, tale with a twist!

A laugh-out-loud chameleon word-play explosion - perfect for reading aloud together! The world is home to millions of colourful chameleons. What do you think they get up to when no one is watching? From cheeky flicking-pea-leons to cute-as-cute-can-be-leons and even always-needs-a-wee-leons, there's so much more to these creatures than meets the eye! A zany, rhyming giggle-fest written by bestselling author...

The electrifying sequel to the bestselling, critically acclaimed, page-turning thriller, The Upper World, soon to be a major movie starring Academy Award Winner Daniel Kaluuya. With her mentor, Dr Esso, by her side, Peckham born and bred Rhia is beginning her first week at the University of Oxford. She's determined to have a fresh start and put the Upper World...

Piano Book is an easy-to-play collection of your favourite children's nursery rhymes, featuring such favourites as "The Wheels on the Bus," "Row, Row, Row Your Boat," "If You're Happy and You Know It," and others. To play along on the electronic keyboard, simply push the key that matches the colour and number of the note above each word!

This brilliantly beastly bouncy rhyming romp from Giles Andreae and David Wojtowycz will delight the many fans of this bestselling duo. From slugs and snails to bustling beetles and beautiful butterflies, these rhymes are full of humour and great to read aloud. The bright, distinctive artwork is full of child appeal. Mad About Minibeasts! captures the joy and wonder of...

Have fun with The Gruffalo and friends with this brilliant gift box, packed full of things to read, sing and do - the perfect Christmas gift! Enjoy the classic picture book The Gruffalo's Child Get creative with a fun colouring book Sing along with The Gruffalo and Friends Song Book This great value gift box includes three books, plus a...

Gaul was divided into three parts. No, four parts – for one small village of indomitable Gauls still held out against the Roman invaders. Asterix and The Normans is the ninth book in the series. In this adventure, a group of Vikings comes to Gaul trying to learn what fear is. Their visit coincides with that of a real expert...

Boss of the Underworld is one of the funniest books I've read this year, maybe this lifetime, and I'm not even exaggerating. It's INCREDIBLE. Jamie Smart, creator of Bunny vs Monkey Join Shirley and her giant cockroach friend, George, on a strange adventure through the Underworld. Will they triumph over scary foes, resist eating delicious things in the forest, navigate...

Touch the wand to the pages to hear the magical unicorn sounds in this enchanting book. You get to make the magic happen in this unique sound book. Each time you touch the wand to one of the special dots on the pages, you'll hear the unicorns come to life. With beautiful music and evocative sounds, this is an interactive...

A dramatic and emotional story about one girl’s determination to stand by her beloved animals—and her refusal to give up, even in the face of impossible odds. When a devastating earthquake hits Evie’s hometown of Parnassus on New Zealand’s South Island, she and the rest of the town are forced to evacuate. Evie’s injured mum is one of the first...

A frozen palace and a sparkling secret – an epic Russian adventure awaits! Anna Orlov might be the luckiest girl in the world. She is the daughter of a Russian Count and lives in a beautiful snowbound palace that is home to a menagerie of wonderful animals: tigers, wolfhounds and, of course, horses. She is also the owner of a...

Come along on an adventurous journey with the world's most beloved bunny, Peter Rabbit, in The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit. This beautiful touch and feel, interactive lift-the-flap board book edition features illustrations by award-winning artist, Charles Santore, as well as interactive sensory details. Valuable lessons can be learned from the mischievous and disobedient Peter Rabbit as he ignores his...

Become the ultimate Pokémon trainer with this brain-busting puzzle book! Put your skills to the test with over 70 word, number, and logic puzzles for Pokémon fans. Work your way through the puzzles and become the ultimate brain-buster of them all. Featuring all your favourite Pokémon including Pikachu, Psyduck, Bulbasaur, Togepi, and Squirtle, plus new characters from the Galar region....

The second book in an engaging, dip-in series all about worries, themed by age as worries change as children get older. A reassuring, practical new series to help children build coping skills and resilience. What if someone is bullying me?What if I’m bad at P.E. and sports?What if I keep imagining scary stuff? Packed with helpful tips to help 6-year-olds...

Would you rather have zombies as allies but chickens throw rotten eggs at you OR have pillagers for friends but pigs fart at you? Alex and Steve are out on a Minecraft adventure, full of challenging scenarios and hilarious debates. Can you help them to decide what they should choose? Take part in over 50 mind-boggling would you rather scenarios!...

The second original, touching, twisted, and most of all hilarious novel for children from David Walliams, number one bestseller and fastest growing children’s author in the country – beautifully illustrated by Quentin Blake. Mr Stink stank. He also stunk. And if it was correct English to say he stinked, then he stinked as well... It all starts when Chloe makes...

The jaw-achingly funny children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams – a deliciously daft Tall Story of a child who had everything, but still wanted more. Illustrated by artistic genius, Tony Ross. Meet the Meeks! Myrtle Meek has everything she could possibly want. But everything isn’t enough. She wants more, more, MORE! When Myrtle declares she wants a...

Join Peppa and her friends as they take part in The Playgroup Games! Welcome to The Playgroup Games! Peppa and her friends are at playgroup playing different sports to try and find their favourite and win a medal for their team. There are lots of sports to take part in! Team Playgroup tries basketball, gymnastics, trampolining, skateboarding, and so many...

A brand new edition of the best-selling Doctor Who guide. A new edition of the ultimate and most essential guide to Doctor Who, now updated to include all thirteen incarnations of the Doctor and covering all her newest adventures from Series 11. With fascinating facts from all of space and time, as well as information on the Doctor's helpful companions...

Immerse yourself in some of the best moments from Critical Role's celebrated Vox Machina campaign with a brand new colouring book! Critical Role: Vox Machina Coloring Book features Vex, Vax, Percy, Grog, Scanlan, Pike, and Keyleth, as well as fan-favourite NPCs, in 45 all-new colouring book images. Add your own spin to your favourite adventuring party as you colour these...

Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! ... the ideal series for young readers to hone their skills as they are already familiar with the characters and their relationships ... The Bottom Shelf Join Bluey on an adventure in this fun fiction novel! As the Heelers play a game of Taxi, what could possibly go wrong? Everything! A gorgeous...

Travel through all the Pokémon regions in this epic search and find adventure! From Alola to Sinnoh, Kanto to Galar, Pokémon Where’s Pikachu? A search & find book takes you on a journey through all the regions of Pokémon. Find Electric-type Pokémon playing in the park, Water-type Pokémon in Johto creek, and many more in this exciting search and find...

This lip-smacking compendium of quirky and tasty snacks from around the world features sweet, crunchy, chewy, and salty treats like you wouldn't believe. Do you dare to dig in? From cheese and onion flavoured chocolate bars in Ireland, to salted egg popcorn in Taiwan, and bacon gumballs in the USA, Snacks Around the World is packed with fun facts, awesome...

Lonely Planet Kids My Holiday Scrapbook invites kids to collect and preserve their amazing adventures. This fun and interactive scrapbook provides a special place for kids to gather and store mementoes from their travels. There’s plenty of space to stick in tickets, photos, and other souvenirs collected from any trip. This scrapbook includes a page of stickers and a pouch...

Lonely Planet Kids First Words - English is a sturdy board book addition to our First Words series, bringing the English, French, and Spanish languages to life for the very youngest learners. Each beautifully illustrated phrasebook contains 12 words to use while travelling, from categories like food and transport to animals and weather. • Gorgeous illustrations and simple pronunciation guides...

Peppa Pig: Fun at the Farm introduces Peppa visiting the farm in a new magic wheel format! It's Peppa's birthday, and as a special treat, she's visiting the farm! She can't wait to learn all about being a farmer. Read the story and turn the magic wheel to reveal a secret picture and join in the farmyard fun! Don't miss...

This small but mighty book is filled with an inspiring loving kindness meditation for adults and children to practise together. Young readers can discover loving kindness meditation and how to bring positivity to their own lives and the lives of those around them. Beautiful original illustrations engage your child's imagination while the simple words of the meditation can be read...

LULU: OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD 'Simply told, full of familiar activities with wonderful attention to detail ... Very pretty to look at too' The Children's Bookseller on Lulu books Today Lulu is painting pictures. What colour is Lulu's paint? Join Lulu as she learns her favourite colours - and has lots of fun along the way! From big, blue...

Help Henry hide horrid things in Peter's room, decorate his house for Christmas, scare Weedy William at Halloween, fill Miss Battle-Axe's classroom with nits – and lots more! A brand new interactive sticker book from Francesca Simon and Tony Ross in their prize-winning, 20-million-copy-selling Horrid Henry Sticker Book series. Contains more than 200 stickers.

A beautiful outdoor activity book including projects, activities, and games for adventurous kids. Get close to nature with this outdoor project book for kids. The Nature Adventure Book is the perfect gift for adventurous children, as they play their way through 40 crafts and games to be done outside. You don't need to live near a forest or have a...

Celebrate Pancake Day with Peppa! It's Pancake Day! Peppa and George are excited to make yummy pancakes with Mummy and Daddy Pig! But when Daddy Pig flips his pancake, it flies really high into the air and gets stuck to the ceiling! How will they get it down again? This picture book is the perfect gift for Pancake Day! Don't...

Are you looking for the perfect book to celebrate your mum? I Love You, Mummy Pig is a heart-warming story, full of love and giggles! Peppa and George want to give Mummy Pig a very special day to show her just how much they love her, but things don't always go entirely to plan! Clever, brave and resourceful Mummy Pig...

Are you lost? Come in! You’re in luck—there’s no one here just now. Shhh… Be as quiet as you can, and very, very careful! In The House of Madame M, we explore a strange house: hallway, living room, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. Each room is full of surprises to make even the bravest shiver. Are we in the house of...

Meet Skulduggery Pleasant: detective, sorcerer, warrior. Oh yes. And dead. Skulduggery Pleasant is gone, sucked into a parallel dimension overrun by the Faceless Ones. If his bones haven’t already been turned to dust, chances are he’s been driven out of his mind by the horror of the ancient gods. There is no official, Sanctuary-approved rescue mission. There is no official...